After the competition ended, Naruto and the others resumed their training.
Neji hand, continued to learn the Inch Power Eight Gates with Hinata.
After all, Hinata among everyone who understands the flow of meridians most clearly.
"Teacher, I'd like to ask about the development direction of Chidori."
Sasuke then walked over and asked Hagoromo for guidance.
His sudden inspiration for the Chidori Stream played a significant role in his victory over Naruto.
However, in terms of power, it has lost most of the original destructive power of Chidori, and has only increased the range of Chidori.
"Actually, the development of Chidori mainly focuses on Chakra control and Shape Transformation."
Hagoromo nodded.
"The Chidori Stream you just used actually demonstrates that your Shape Transformation is quite good."
"One more thing is that, as I mentioned last time, Ninjutsu Chidori Ninjutsu is an incomplete version."
As Hagoromo spoke, he raised his hand and cast a spell, and Chidori appeared directly on his right hand.
"Chidori's attack method actually relies on the damage caused by its Chakra nature."
Sasuke nodded, after all, he knew this situation as someone who used Chidori.
"However, the person who developed this technique has already clearly defined its evolutionary direction."
Hagoromo spoke, the slightly white current on her right hand turned blue, and the splashing arcs also subsided.
Sasuke stared in shock at the technique in Hagoromo's hand, a technique completely different from Chidori.
"This is the evolved form of Chidori, Lightning Blade!"
Hagoromo spoke, she walked towards the boulder to the side, her right hand sweeping across it decisively.
Bang--
The boulder was easily sliced apart by the Lightning Blade in Hagoromo's hand.
"What did you see?"
Hagoromo turned to Sasuke and asked, since Ninjutsu mainly depends on individual understanding.
"The Lightning Blade has greater piercing and cutting power."
Sasuke thought for a moment before speaking.
After all, Chidori's attack method is a long-range thrust that deals powerful physical damage to the opponent.
However, if Chidori is used only at short distances, the damage inflicted on the opponent is only from Lightning Release Chakra, not physical damage.
After all, regardless of distance, Chidori's attack method mainly revolves around one key point: thrusting!
"That's right, the full power of the Lightning Blade can cut off a lightning strike, which is where the name of this spell comes from."
Hagoromo nodded.
Cut off the thunder?!
Sasuke was also a little taken aback upon hearing this. This kind of struggle against nature was something that no human could possibly conceive of.
No, I should say, why did the person who derived this technique use it to cut off lightning?
Snap--
Hagoromo Teuchi Sasuke's reverie. Had he been with Naruto for so long that even Sasuke was acting this way?
"The main purpose of the Lightning Blade is like a handy and sharp knife; once you see the light it emits, the enemy will most likely be cleaved in two the next moment."
"Although Lightning Blade no longer needs to rely on thrusting; he can generate terrifying piercing and cutting power simply by using it, he is still more demanding than Chidori in terms of speed and reaction time."
This is also why Hagoromo didn't want to teach Sasuke Lightning Blade.
After all, this is Kakashi's unique fighting style. Kakashi was previously in the Anbu and was required to carry out assassination missions.
Speed and ruthlessness are what Kakashi strives for.
Based on Sasuke's current speed and reaction time, to put it bluntly...
Kakashi may have already slashed Sasuke's neck and sheathed his sword, while Sasuke is still wondering what happened.
Sasuke suddenly realized why Hagoromo- sensei had kept emphasizing that the further development of Chidori could only be done by himself.
Logically speaking, the Lightning Blade is much more powerful, so there's no reason for Hagoromo to go to such lengths and let Sasuke develop it himself.
It's entirely because Lightning Blade is a product of his personal fighting style.
Even Chidori only managed to master Sasuke with great difficulty, let alone the Chidori Lightning Blade, which requires an even higher burst of speed.
Sasuke has absolutely no need to learn it; after all, it would be a losing proposition.
It would be better to develop something that suits our own combat style and needs.
"I understand, Ms. Hagoromo!"
Sasuke nodded.
"Hmm, your Chidori Stream is actually quite good."
"Although it has lost its power, it has achieved a perfect balance of offense and defense, and if your control over Chakra becomes even more refined in the future..."
"In terms of both the scope of attack and the range of attacks, this is definitely a promising direction for development."
Hagoromo didn't completely reject Sasuke's development, after all, this was indeed the path Sasuke would take in the future.
"Integrated offense and defense, attack range..."
Sasuke, however, remained focused on the words Hagoromo had mentioned, his face growing increasingly excited with each thought.
He had a direction now, and said to Hagoromo, "Thank you, teacher, I think I have a better idea now!"
Hagoromo chuckled and Sasuke to go about his business; this was the advantage of having a disciple who didn't require much attention.
I only need to give him some pointers, and he will be able to improve in that direction.
After finishing his training, Naruto followed Hagoromo home looking dejected.
Naruto, despite his cunning, admitted defeat when Sasuke confronted him head-on.
Yet, I still feel a sense of urgency, because I feel like I'm standing still, while my friends are all undergoing transformations.
"What's wrong, Naruto?" Hagoromo asked deliberately, even though she already knew.
"Teacher, do you think I'm stupid?" Naruto asked, looking very frustrated.
"Idiot? Naruto, that's not something a Ninja Academy student who's mastered the Rasengan at such a young age and whose Chakra control and Taijutsu are almost as strong as his own should say."
Hagoromo patted Naruto's head and said, "To say Naruto is stupid?"
Those are things that many people would definitely use to criticize him, based on what he just said.
Who could do that? Even some Jonin couldn't do it.
"Hehe, although it's a compliment, I won't get arrogant."
Naruto said with a embarrassed look on his face.
Hagoromo shook her head with amusement; the little fox's tail was practically wagging.
"Actually, Naruto, your direction isn't specifically about breaking through the existing system."
"After all, your strengths lie in straightforward, powerful Taijutsu or Ninjutsu."
"Ninjutsu like Sasuke's, which requires precise calculations, is not the direction you should be developing."
Hagoromo then spoke to Naruto, since Sasuke's style was simply not suitable for Naruto.
Naruto is better suited to develop the core abilities he already possesses.
For example, Rasengan, Shadow Clone, Nine-Tails, Senjutsu, and even his own unique life force as a member of the Uzumaki Clan.
This is the direction Naruto should be heading.