[A/N: Apologies for my long absence and unresponsiveness here. Got hit by one of the worst instances of writer's block so far 😓 Been glued to my laptop for the past 5 days and kept away from all distractions to focus just on the story. Only managed to get into flow today. I hope I can keep going 😫
Another note. I know the recent pace may seem slow (which kinda is amplified by how slowly I'm writing). It's just the build up is kinda necessary for what I have planned ahead. Things ...
2025-08-27 19:27:59 +0000 UTC
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The change in Fujin's alertness went unnoticed by the villagers. As they stepped into the small village, they immediately attracted everyone's attention. It was the first time in over 3 decades since they reached this island that a new face had appeared.
In no time, a dozen villagers gathered, their eyes set on Fujin. The older generation tensed, alarm visible on their faces. On the contrary, the younger generation was filled with curiosity. Murmurs rose, voices overlapping wondering ...
2025-08-22 01:12:26 +0000 UTC
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Fujin smiled, his smile making everyone believe he was reminiscencing of the time he spent in his village before tragedy struck. They weren't exactly wrong. Fujin was reminiscencing, though it was the few months he spent in the Land of Wind. Takuma may have seen more of the world than the teenagers, but he could never imagine what the boy, who looked harmless and weak, had done.
Fujin answered, “Further than the horizon, if you’re unlucky. The sand gets in everything — clothes, ...
2025-08-21 00:46:36 +0000 UTC
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“I'm Naoki…”
Everyone immediately registered his name. Sayuri muttered, “Naoki… I'm Sayuri. Why were you sailing all alone? And why were you coming here?”
Sayuri was a bit suspicious. She hadn't seen any ship or boat sailing towards their small island. In fact, none of the villagers had any such memories. So she, along with the rest, were slightly on guard. It was only the boy's sorry state that lowered their guard considerably.
Wincing from the headache, Na...
2025-08-18 01:00:44 +0000 UTC
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[A/N: Fell asleep last night 😵💫 Luckily was almost done.]
Fujin extended his hand towards the unconscious old man once again, this time pulling out his soul. He quickly read his memories directly from his soul before pushing the soul back into his body.
He thought, ‘His soul has the same memories as his brain. Looks like his memories weren't manipulated with a Genjutsu or other means. Unless of course memories from both were modified somehow. The cult has shown evide...
2025-08-15 09:32:48 +0000 UTC
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Fujin's gaze focused on one spot. In Ketsueki’s memories, the cave where the Pontiff performed his duties should have had an entrance there. Fujin wondered, ‘Will this have any secrets? Or are the traces here wiped out too?’
Fujin's eyes glowed as he concentrated chakra in them. As he expected, he failed to see anything unusual. He couldn't even sense any seals behind the mountain walls. It looked normal and completely natural. Despite not feeling any danger, Fujin had no intent...
2025-08-13 01:27:10 +0000 UTC
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‘Weird… I only sense 36 disturbances…’ Fujin's brows furrowed. From Ketsueki’s memories, the population of the cult had never dropped this low, even when their attempts to expand into the ninja world failed. Considering they hadn't made any such attempts in recent times, their population should have been over 300 at the very least.
Fujin wondered, ‘Did they transfer most of their forces away to avoid the upcoming battle, leaving only the elites or cannon fodder behind? Or ...
2025-08-09 14:06:21 +0000 UTC
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Due to all these limitations, Fujin was severely restricted in the battle. When the two fought above the ocean, Fujin dodged every attack the crab threw at him, be it physical or by manipulating water, while continuously bombarding the crab with his Vacuum jutsus.
Within a few minutes, the entire crab was covered with scars far scarier than what it already had. However, it failed to slow it even a bit. On the contrary, its ferocity only increased!
Left with little choice, Fuji...
2025-08-07 02:16:53 +0000 UTC
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Fujin observed Zankoku's soul carefully once again, but it wasn't any different from any other reanimated soul. In the end, he could only dispel the two reanimations.
At the next moment, a hundred Shadow Clones appeared in the hideout. Without the need of any commands, all segregated into smaller groups and divided the new seals among themselves to research.
Since Fujin had read Ketsueki’s memories, he already had a decent base in regards to the new seals practiced in the Ja...
2025-08-07 02:12:27 +0000 UTC
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Fujin thought, ‘Even if I assume Jashin is unable to interact with the world beyond the formation of his seeds and occasionally speaking, considering the cult's failure to expand for over 650 years, I still can't act rashly. Despite spending over 2 decades as a Bishop in the cult, this useless fellow only saw the abilities of 4 important cultists.
Elder Shimeiryuu, who already was over 200 years back then, excels in Fuinjutsu and can use it effectively during the battlefield. Lady S...
2025-08-04 00:59:41 +0000 UTC
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As a ninja who operated in the shadows for years and still frequently schemed in the dark, Fujin could easily see how impactful this effect of the Seed of Jashin was. It would not only resolve any hidden resentment the individuals could have towards the cult, but also make them even more fanatical towards Jashin.
In addition to ensuring loyalty, it was also very impactful in intel aspects. Fujin couldn't see what training Ketsueki underwent to become a Bishop and how the Seed of Jashi...
2025-08-02 01:25:25 +0000 UTC
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“I… failed?”
Unable to digest his failure, Ketsueki remained rooted to the same spot, frozen like a statue, while the events of the ritual kept replaying in his mind. Despite recalling every minute detail hundreds of times, he couldn't understand where he went wrong. It was only three days later that Ketsueki finally moved—not because he had accepted the situation, but because his legs could no longer hold his weight.
Collapsed and devoid of energy, Ketsueki finally co...
2025-07-30 01:08:51 +0000 UTC
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The group of Jashin fanatics continued moving from one village to another without much luck. By the time they reached the seventh village, dawn was just beginning to lighten the horizon. It was another small settlement with just around fifty villagers, mostly elderly and children. Most of the adults had already left to attend to their respective work.
Sunae crouched outside one of the homes, her hand pressed to the damp earth. Her senses spread outward, subtle and practiced. She opene...
2025-07-29 00:43:43 +0000 UTC
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Ketsueki clenched his fists, “Then… how can we succeed now?”
Having learnt of the constant failures spanning over centuries, all hope was drained from Ketsueki’s face. Spreading Jashin's name beyond their small village now seemed an exercise in futility. How could he succeed when all his predecessors had failed? Even the breakthroughs they had were squashed quite easily.
The Pontiff looked down at him with eyes that carried the weight of centuries and answered, “Beca...
2025-07-28 00:45:23 +0000 UTC
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[A/N: A note once again. This arc will by far contain the most original content by any of the previous arcs. Pretty much none of the events & characters here are canon. In addition, there will also be plenty of stuff that'll seem very controversial (kinda like during the Konoha Crush arc), but will seem more logical by the time the arc ends (though how the arc ends might be controversial on its own. I can't defend that 😅 Can only promise the story will be more interesting going forward...
2025-07-25 19:31:53 +0000 UTC
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Hey guys 👋
The next arc is probably one of the most complicated arcs in the story (and also the one with most original content). I do have it mapped in my mind, but there are a lot of tiny details I have to pay attention to, which makes writing difficult. I'm thinking about taking today and tomorrow off to sort out all the details and ensure a proper structure before I head into it.
Sorry for the inconvenience 🙏
2025-07-22 15:30:12 +0000 UTC
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For the first time in their wretched lives, the pirates of the Black Gale knew true horror. Not fear from the threat of death, nor panic in the face of battle, but something deeper. Something primal. Every inch of their bodies screamed to run, while their minds refused to believe what their eyes had just witnessed. No one dared to utter a single word.
Eita tilted his head slightly, gaze calm and inviting. “Captain,” he said, breaking the silence like a blade through ice, “Would ...
2025-07-21 01:18:52 +0000 UTC
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The sun dipped low over the eastern sea, casting orange streaks across the rolling waves. A battered ship with black sails and a jagged skull insignia drifted lazily through the water. Laughter and crude singing spilled from its deck — the unmistakable sound of men who lived without laws. The Iron Fang pirates were celebrating.
Masugi, the ship’s self-proclaimed captain, leaned against the splintered railing, a toothy grin cutting through his bearded, scar-slashed face. He laughed,...
2025-07-20 01:46:43 +0000 UTC
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[A/N: Fell asleep 😬 Today's chapter will be as per usual time (around 12-14 hours from now)]
Fujin's words caught the entire room off guard. Danzo had died less than a day ago. His dead body hadn't even been buried yet. His killer was still at large. His death was shrouded in mystery. Konoha had to be on guard against their remaining rank S ninjas being targeted in a similar manner. Yet, Fujin announced, without bothering to ask for permission, returning to his adventure outside th...
2025-07-18 10:30:36 +0000 UTC
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Unable to figure out the mystery, Hiruzen's clone could only let out a long, tired sigh. He muttered, “It's impossible to get to the bottom of this. There's too much that we do not know. Scour the battlefield once again to see if we missed something. Fujin, get rid of the seals left behind by the Root.”
Everyone immediately followed his orders, while Hiruzen's clone continued standing at the same spot and observing the deep. empty hole.
A few minutes later, the other clone...
2025-07-17 01:01:21 +0000 UTC
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There were many objectives behind Hiruzen’s decision to march an army to the battlefield where Akuro and Danzo had clashed. Yet nearly all of them were built on uncertainty. Whether it was confronting Akuro directly, recovering Danzo’s body, dismantling potential traps, or seizing intelligence, none rested firmly within Konoha’s grasp. They depended solely on the unknown designs of their enemies.
The single certainty Hiruzen had counted on was Konoha taking control of the Lightni...
2025-07-15 00:46:54 +0000 UTC
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“So what’s this mission really about, Fujin? Which S-rank maniac dared to openly cross our borders?” Hoka asked Fujin softly, who led the vanguard to hunt himself…
Since Hiruzen decided to bury the news of Danzo's death, the official orders relayed to the army were vague. The army were merely informed that a rank S threat had appeared near the border, requiring immediate and overwhelming force to confront.
His decision was unopposed by the Council. Despite Danzo having ...
2025-07-14 01:55:42 +0000 UTC
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Fujin recalled the day after the Uchiha Massacre, ‘When Mieko died, Hoka desired revenge on Itachi more than anyone else. As time passed and his horizons have broadened, his desire has lessened, though it still lingers. Unfortunately, he still hasn't encountered Itachi or become strong enough to take revenge…’
Unlike his teammate, Fujin had no plans to go after Itachi. His life was plenty miserable as it was. More importantly, killing Itachi was an important step in Sasuke's gro...
2025-07-13 01:08:23 +0000 UTC
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[A/N: Sorry for my absence, everyone. Was very sick in the past 3 days and I couldn't write 😓 Feeling considerably better now. I'll try to catch up with the missed chapters today and tomorrow. Once again, apologies 🙏]
Danzo immediately expressed doubts over Fujin's intel, “The Fourth Mizukage was a perfect Jinchuriki. It's impossible to place a perfect Jinchuriki under a Genjutsu.”
Fujin replied calmly, unaffected by Danzo's skepticism, “It's even more bizarre. The ...
2025-07-12 13:49:44 +0000 UTC
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Fujin had reasons to be concerned about the future. If even a fraction of Konoha's plans bore fruits, Konoha's strength would go through the roof, completely shattering the current equation of the ninja world.
It was also important to remember that Hiruzen and the remaining leaders in Konoha weren't aware of the true potential of Naruto and Sasuke. They were also in the dark about Fujin's mastery of the Flying Thunder God jutsu along with the miraculous abilities of his Myriad Tetragr...
2025-07-08 01:20:51 +0000 UTC
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The hood fell back, revealing Danzo’s familiar, time‑worn face. Yet his eyes, once always half‑hidden behind shadows and bandages, now stared openly back at them, dull and lifeless as only the Edo Tensei could bring.
For a moment, the room was utterly silent. Fujin’s face stiffened, his brows drew together, and a rare flash of raw surprise cut through the calm mask he so often wore. Even Jiraiya, normally quick to cover his emotions with humor or bluster, couldn’t hide the d...
2025-07-07 01:50:50 +0000 UTC
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Hiruzen wasn't surprised by Shikaku suddenly taking initiative, completely opposite of his usual lazy attitude. Irrespective of whether Akuro was an ancient expert or a con man related to Akatsuki, a deadly war was coming. As the lead strategist of Konoha, Shikaku couldn't afford to be passive. Otherwise, his workload would increase multifold!
“I'll also come. If he's still there, I'd like my bugs to get a feel of him.” Shibi decided to join the army as well. Immediately after him...
2025-07-05 01:18:35 +0000 UTC
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Naruto raised his arms to shield his face from the blast of wind and shards of earth thrown up by the explosion. Through the gap between his fingers, he watched the swirling dust and smoke with a tight frown. Tch… His cool move, one he’d been so excited to pull off, had been brushed aside like it was nothing! A mix of irritation and helplessness welled up in his chest, but he clenched his fists, refusing to let it sink him completely.
Before he could vent his frustrations, he heard...
2025-07-03 03:35:07 +0000 UTC
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“I want to see what an ancient expert looks like.”
Hiruzen's statement caught everyone, including Danzo, off guard. It went against everything they had discussed so far!
Danzo frowned, “That's too risky. You may be walking into a trap, a trap far more dangerous than the one I stepped into! If Akuro is involved with Akatsuki, the entire rogue organization might be awaiting you.”
Hiruzen chuckled, “Akatsuki… They undoubtedly possess some formidable figures. H...
2025-07-02 00:52:18 +0000 UTC
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Danzo's confidence raised Tsunade's curiosity. Kakashi and Shizune were keen to hear his tactics too.
Danzo said, “The first step forward is to help ninjas that are on the edge of becoming rank S to take the step forward. You should focus on our Elite Jounins. The biggest limitation most ninjas face is their chakra reserves. You can aid them in this aspect by increasing their cellular activity, which in turn will become a forbidden technique in their arsenal.”
“Increasin...
2025-06-30 22:47:13 +0000 UTC
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