In the original timeline, the instructors of the Rookie Twelve were the four Jonin: Kakashi, Guy, Asuma, and Kurenai.
But Kakashi was now the acting Hokage handling the village's daily affairs, while Kurenai had been promoted to captain of the Shadow Guard after Hyuga Kagami became the Fifth Hokage.
Having them set aside their respective duties to serve as Jonin instructors for new graduates would undoubtedly be a demotion.
Therefore, Hyuga Kagami could not make an immediate decision on this matter. He needed to speak with Kakashi and Kurenai privately first and confirm their own wishes.
In addition, Shion, Yakumo, Sai, and the others in their class also needed a Jonin instructor.
Considering Yakumo's frail constitution, as well as Shion and Sai's more technical fighting styles, it might be more suitable to select a medical ninja as their Jonin instructor.
As for the candidate, Hyuga Kagami had his eye on Shizune.
Although Shizune was not particularly outstanding in combat strength, having traveled far and wide alongside Tsunade, she was undoubtedly extremely experienced in handling all kinds of situations.
Moreover, Shizune herself was one of the finest medical ninjas in the village apart from Tsunade, so having her guide Shion, Yakumo, and Sai's group was a very safe choice.
As for the other graduating students besides the Rookie Fifteen, Hyuga Kagami did not need to worry too much about them. Following convention, Chunin could be assigned as their instructors.
After all, Chunin serving as instructors was the village's usual practice.
Students like the Rookie Fifteen, who qualified for Jonin instruction immediately upon graduation, were rare exceptions. There were usually only a few in an entire graduating class.
After a burst of commotion, it was soon time to distribute Konoha forehead protectors.
Standing on the stage as Hokage, Hyuga Kagami personally handed