"I haven't lost yet! An attack like this... I can still take it!"
Despite being beaten rather brutally by Jiraiya, Gamabunta remained as stubborn as ever, refusing to admit defeat.
"Thunder-Flame Slash."
Seeing Gamabunta's refusal to yield, Jiraiya didn't hold back. His hands moved swiftly, forming seals, before he leaped into the air, wielding his Lightning Flame Blade. Lightning and fire-infused chakra coursed through the weapon as he swung it down.
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A flash of lightning streaked through the air, tearing apart the water bullets spewed by Gamabunta. The water scattered into countless droplets, splashing across the ground.
However, the water bullets Gamabunta launched now were far from the overwhelming force he once unleashed against Shukaku in the original tale. After all, Gamabunta had yet to reach his peak.
"What powerful Lightning Release…"
Gamabunta's fiery gaze held a hint of seriousness as he looked at Jiraiya. Th...
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No matter how massive Gamabunta's size was, his strength still only matched that of a seasoned jōnin.
Even though his body brimmed with dense senjutsu chakra, making him far stronger than the average jōnin, Jiraiya remained confident he could bring the giant toad down.
"You think you can form a contract with me? Forget it. I have no interest in becoming the summon of a weakling like you," Gamabunta declared arrogantly, his gaze filled with disdain as he looked at Jiraiya.
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The techniques recorded on these scrolls weren't quite at the S-rank level yet, but they far surpassed A-rank in terms of power, teetering on the edge between the two.
Some of these jutsu, when used in tandem with the toads of Mount Myoboku, could even achieve S-rank potency. Among them was a summoning jutsu that called forth a massive toad from Mount Myoboku to flatten the enemy.
The power of this technique depended entirely on the size and durability of the summoned toad. T...
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Watching Jiraiya's retreating figure, Danzō's lone eye glinted with a dangerous light as his expression darkened.
"Danzō-sama, should we teach him a lesson?" asked the monkey-masked shinobi, one of Danzō's most trusted subordinates.
He could sense the anger boiling within Danzō and was eager to take advantage of the moment to prove his loyalty. Having been completely subdued by Danzō's Sharingan, the shinobi had long since lost his sense of self, becoming nothing more than a ...
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"Jiraiya, Lord Danzō requests your presence."
Shortly after leaving the Senju clan compound, Jiraiya was intercepted by a masked ninja. The voice was eerily calm and emotionless.
Jiraiya halted, unsurprised by the encounter. He had shown such remarkable talent that it was only a matter of time before Danzō sought him out. This day had long been anticipated.
"Lead the way," Jiraiya said coolly.
He had no fear of Danzō. On the contrary, he was curious about the reason...
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After Sarutobi Hiruzen and Danzō gained control of Konoha, they demanded the Senju clan hand over all the jutsu created by the Second Hokage under the guise of protecting the village. The Senju clan, with no choice, complied.
No one, not even Jiraiya, could guess how many secret techniques the Senju still held onto. But as long as they passed even one to him, his power would increase substantially.
"Right now, the village leadership doesn't favor the Senju clan," the Second Elder...
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The elders were already astonished that Jiraiya, at such a young age, could master an S-rank Lightning Release jutsu.
But when Jiraiya said he had developed this terrifying technique himself, it left them utterly speechless.
Mastery and creation were two entirely different concepts, separated by a vast chasm. It was one thing to train and master a jutsu that someone else had developed, with enough talent and relentless effort, it was achievable.
However, creating a jutsu fro...
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With a simple wave of his hands, Shamon deftly manipulated his ten fingers, controlling over a hundred puppets. They swarmed toward Kakuzu from every direction, forming a perfect encirclement.
One advantage puppeteers have in battle is that their puppets don't fear death—they don't have lives to lose. Under Shamon's precise control, the puppets launched relentless attacks, sacrificing themselves without hesitation.
Kakuzu found himself facing a 360-degree onslaught with no...
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The Sunagakure shinobi on the battlefield were still held at bay by Sakumo, their movements cautious and restrained. None of them dared to provoke Kakuzu, whose aura radiated a clear warning: stay away or face annihilation.
Kakuzu, dodging the latest barrage of puppets, cast a sidelong glance. Not far from where Shukaku lay defeated, sunlight reflected off a gleaming bald head. Perched atop that head was a dragon tattoo, as bold as it was absurd.
It was a distinct, almost ostentat...
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The hardened defense, capable of withstanding twenty to thirty explosive tags, was finally shattered. Clearly, it was time to develop a stronger defensive jutsu. As blood slowly dripped from his wound, Kakuzu's thoughts snapped back to reality.
The Sand was not only capable of shredding enemies into pieces but also had a passive effect—its grains of sand could infiltrate the enemy's body and restrict their movements. Kakuzu's arms, now pierced through, were temporar...
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After listening to the monk's introduction, Kakuzu quickly pieced together his identity.
"You were cruelly imprisoned in this dark and suffocating room by the people of Sunagakure, treated as nothing more than a weapon of war. And yet, you're still willing to speak on their behalf?"
The monk, Bunpuku, clasped his hands together and recited a prayer.
"Benefactor, if we can truly treat each other with sincerity, then not just between people, but even between humans and animals...
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Nagato's expression remained indifferent as he listened, showing no reaction outwardly. But deep within, a fire of irritation burned.
First, he had been captured by Uchiha Akira and almost killed. Now, an unknown figure from the so-called Ōtsutsuki Clan dared to dismiss him, treating him as just another would-be Sage of Six Paths—a self-proclaimed deity reborn. This blatant disregard stirred his anger.
His Rinnegan glimmered with a faint purple light as he locked eyes on Jigen,...
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Jigen's expression was grim, his icy aura seeping into the air around him. His piercing gaze locked onto Akira.
"Under normal circumstances, you shouldn't know about this. So how do you know?"
"Why don't you take a guess? Or maybe I'm just the only one who knows!" Akira replied with his usual smug grin.
Jigen's heart sank at those words, his mind racing to piece things together.
'The fact that I'm alive... the only one who could possibly know is Kaguya. But even th...
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"Ha? There's no need for that, right?"
Kakashi Hatake wiped a bead of cold sweat from his forehead, clearly flustered by Uchiha Mirai's sudden invitation to spar.
Mirai's smile remained unchanged. "You just mentioned how we used to spar back in the day. I'm itching for a fight. Let's go."
Without waiting for a reply, Mirai turned and headed for the door.
Left with no choice, Kakashi stood and followed him.
Meanwhile, Uchiha Itachi and Uchiha Izumi exchanged glanc...
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"Achoo!"
Mirai rubbed his slightly itchy nose, his brows furrowing involuntarily.
"Strange... Who's talking about me behind my back?"
Muttering to himself, he shrugged it off and walked straight to the Hokage's office.
Inside, Kurenai Yuhi, Rin Nohara, and Yūgao Uzuki were already busy handling documents.
Seeing the scene before him, a satisfied smile appeared on Mirai's face.
Creating the Hokage Secretary Team back then was undoubtedly one of his wisest d...
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"Still, I have to say, you're pretty ruthless, kid. If it weren't for this ninja sword, I wouldn't even have a single strand of hair left," Isamu said, running his hand over what remained of his scorched hair, his voice tinged with regret.
As the leader of the Senju clan, Isamu bore the weighty responsibility of revitalizing his family. To achieve this goal, increasing their numbers was critical—a task Isamu approached with peculiar enthusiasm, often seeking out... unconventional meth...
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Isamu's power was formidable. Ordinary ninjutsu couldn't even scratch him. Using basic techniques would only waste chakra and pose no threat to him whatsoever.
Jiraiya decided to employ the S-rank Lightning Release ninjutsu, Ten Myriad Thunder Prison, which he had obtained earlier today. Since the Senju clan wanted to test his strength, he would show them his full potential. He wanted them to understand that Tsunade had made the right choice in trusting him. He was capable of h...
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The Senju clan had always hoped for a powerful shinobi of civilian origin to help lead them out of their current predicament.
They had no desire to align themselves with the other great clans. Forming alliances with such families would undoubtedly come at a steep cost.
After all, every major clan was like a beast that devoured everything in its path, leaving nothing behind.
The Senju clan's current weakened state meant that forging a political marriage with one of the great ...
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"From now on, don't talk badly about your sister in front of me, or I'll have to knock some sense into you!"
Jiraiya waved a fist with a playful grin, clearly siding with his wife in front of his brother-in-law.
"I'm warning you for your own good! Don't come crying to me when you get beaten up later."
Senju Nawaki huffed, crossing his arms in defiance.
"Nawaki, stop fooling around with our guest."
The stern voice belonged to Isamu, who walked into the training groun...
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Since Isamu didn't believe in his abilities, Jiraiya had no choice but to make him believe.
Though Isamu was a skilled jonin of elite caliber, Jiraiya felt no fear. With his current strength, even if he couldn't defeat Isamu outright, he was certain he wouldn't lose.
Moreover, if he wanted to gain the Senju Clan's approval, he needed to demonstrate his strength. The Senju Clan, once a top family in Konoha, wouldn't agree to Tsunade being with someone without solid credentials—es...
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After parting ways with Sakumo Hatake, Jiraiya headed straight for the Senju Clan's compound.
"Jiraiya-sama, please, come right in!"
The moment Jiraiya stepped through the gates, one of the clan servants greeted him warmly, bowing deeply in respect. Their attitude was far more reverent than before, thanks to Tsunade's instructions the previous day. She had made it clear to the staff that Jiraiya was to be treated with the utmost courtesy.
Jiraiya nodded lightly and entered, ...
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"To directly harness the forces of nature... as expected of a Forbidden Technique."
Jiraiya was deeply satisfied with the reward he had just received.
This particular ninjutsu was immensely powerful.
In the original storyline, Sasuke created the Lightning Release: Kirin, which relied on the Sharingan to accurately predict and manipulate the speed and trajectory of natural lightning—a technique limited by significant constraints. A single misjudgment in the timing or direct...
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"Thank you for your patronage. You're eligible for a 50% discount," said a smiling kunoichi from the Akimichi Clan as she handed the bill to Hatake Sakumo.
Hatake Sakumo, known as the White Fang of Konoha, was a genius ninja. Naturally, the Akimichi Clan sought to maintain good relations with him. Besides, Jiraiya and the others were students of the Third Hokage, so they too benefited from this special discount.
Sakumo glanced at the bill and immediately felt a pang of heartache. ...
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Seeing Hiruzen Sarutobi relent and agree to let him establish an organization, a rare glimmer of satisfaction appeared on Danzo's usually brooding face. The gloom that seemed ever-present around him dissipated momentarily.
Danzo had never truly given up on the dream of becoming Hokage. To achieve this, he needed loyal supporters and a force of his own. Without that, Hiruzen would handpick the next Hokage, leaving Danzo with no chance.
Though he currently held a leadership position...
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"Jiraiya, I've already reviewed the operation summary Shikaku submitted. Your performance was outstanding, truly something that makes me proud as your teacher," Hiruzen Sarutobi began with his usual formalities, a standard opener that seemed well-practiced.
"With a genius like you emerging from Konoha, the village is sure to grow even more prosperous, shining brighter than ever before."
Jiraiya responded with exaggerated humility, "It's all thanks to your guidance, Sensei. Without...
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"From my perspective, those two demands are essentially just one," Jiraiya said with a sly grin, looking at Tsunade.
"What do you mean?" Tsunade asked, confused.
"If I marry you, doesn't that take care of both demands at once?" Jiraiya replied smugly.
"Oho, Tsunade, if Jiraiya actually marries you, it would indeed be a tremendous contribution to the Senju clan," Orochimaru interjected with a chuckle.
"After all, with your temper, it's probably tough for you to find a h...
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"Jiraiya, I have a question for you. You don't have to answer if you don't want to."
"What method or technique did you use to sense the enemy in advance? According to Tsunade, when I asked her to deliver the message, she couldn't sense a single enemy."
Sakumo Hatake asked curiously as he wrote in his notebook.
"It's a family secret technique," Jiraiya replied.
There was no way he could reveal the truth about Sage Mode or the Eye of Insight. If word got out, Danzo would...
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The ninja from these small villages, recruited to raid Konoha's resources, would certainly avoid carrying anything that could expose their identities.
After all, if their identities were discovered, it would bring disaster upon their villages.
"Since we can't uncover anything from them, sever their heads and seal them in a storage scroll. Once we return to the village, we'll hand them over to the Anbu for further investigation," Hatake Sakumo ordered.
"Understood, Captain."<...
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Orochimaru licked the blood off his blade, only to feel his tongue go numb, followed by a fiery, stinging pain.
He realized instantly—he'd been poisoned.
He never expected someone to poison their own blood.
"Hey, Orochimaru, are you repenting to the enemy or something?" Jiraiya quipped, leaping over to him after noticing Orochimaru's strange behavior.
"Do I look like I'm repenting?" Orochimaru snapped, his voice tinged with urgency. "That guy's blood was poisoned. If...
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