Promotion to Sequence 6: Hypnotist

Uchiha Sōgetsu was a [Spectator].

However, this Spectator wasn't the ordinary kind—it was one of the 22 Divine Paths from Lord of the Mysteries.

By consuming the corresponding potions for each pathway, one could complete life-level ascension and eventually become a god.

[Name: Uchiha Sōgetsu]

[Age: 15]

[Occupation: Ninja, Psychologist]

[Pathway: Visionary]

[Sequence: Sequence 7 - Psychologist]

[Extraordinary Items:

Moon Paper Figure: Substitutes for the holder to withstand one fatal injury or attack against the spirit.

Corrupting Words: Causes the opponent to hear terrifying roars and be infected with madness.

Slumber Charm: After a brief incantation, induces a peaceful sleep state in the target.

Hermes' Brass Candlestick: Extracts a spirit body; based on the quality of the spirit body burned, it can weave a near-real dream and pull others within the dream into the same dream.]

"If possible, I wish I could swap for a different cheat ability."

Staring at his own cheat ability, Uchiha Sōgetsu's mouth twitched, and a look of utter despair spread across his face.

Not to mention anything else, in the power system of Lord of the Mysteries, the higher the Sequence level, the greater the risk of losing control. Even gods had to constantly rely on anchors from mortals to prevent themselves from losing their humanity.

Uchiha Sōgetsu was terrified of death, so among the 22 Divine Paths, he ultimately chose the Spectator.

Simply because the Sequences in this pathway excelled at using mental and spiritual power, making it harder to lose control compared to many others.

And the Uchiha Clan's Kekkei Genkai, the Sharingan, happened to align perfectly with the mental power of the Spectator Pathway.

With the two overlapping, his proficiency in illusions, hypnosis, and suggestion had been amplified to an astonishing degree.

To the point where, to some extent, he could briefly simulate an effect similar to Infinite Tsukuyomi.

Namely: the expensive psychological therapy worth fifty thousand ryo per session that Uchiha Fugaku had experienced—Wish Fulfillment!

In Konoha, to be fair, although his psychological therapy was costly, it was still very popular.

After all, in such a cruel world of ninjas, who wouldn't want to embark on a dream-fulfilling journey where wishes come true?

"I've finally gathered the main ingredients to advance to Hypnotist."

Uchiha Sōgetsu lowered his head, gazing at the transparent, pituitary-like object in his hand, and couldn't help but sigh with emotion: "For this thing, I've been acting as a Psychologist for an entire year."

Since the main ingredients were in hand, he didn't intend to delay any longer.

Activating his Sharingan to observe his surroundings, and confirming that no one would disturb him, Uchiha Sōgetsu carefully set up several ninja trap techniques, then tightly closed the door and windows.

The Psychologist potion had already been fully digested half a year ago through the Acting Method.

If not for the lack of main ingredients, he would have advanced to Sequence 6 long ago—why wait until now?

The main ingredients for advancing to Sequence 6 included, besides the Mind Dragon's pituitary gland, one Enchanting Bell Tree Fruit.

Uchiha Sōgetsu carefully retrieved the pre-prepared Enchanting Bell Tree Fruit from the Sealing Scroll, then tossed it together with the young Mind Dragon's pituitary gland into a pitch-black cauldron, adding the other ingredients one by one.

After a moment, the Sequence 6 Hypnotist potion was successfully brewed.

A transparent, colorless viscous liquid reflected everything within its range like a mirror. As it swayed and rippled, tiny whirlpools flowed beneath the surface.

Thump! Thump!

The sound of a heartbeat was clearly audible within the room.

Uchiha Sōgetsu stared at that mass of transparent, viscous liquid. Although he had mentally prepared himself, every time he consumed a potion, it still made him feel a bit nervous.

In his past life, what he hated most was this kind of viscous liquid, ugh!

Thinking about how he couldn't even swallow lotus root paste back then, and now he was forced to drink this stuff—he could only blame it all on Tokiomi's fault.

"Calm!"

Using the Psychologist's skill to soothe his tense mood, Uchiha Sōgetsu hesitated no longer.

He lifted the pitch-black cauldron and downed it in one gulp.

Gulp, gulp

The viscous liquid entered his mouth, bringing a cold sensation as it slid straight down his throat.

The next moment, his consciousness seemed to go berserk, shaking with a violent tremor.

Buzz!

Uchiha Sōgetsu's eyes went vacant, feeling as if his soul had left his body.

Under an endless sensation of weightlessness, he kept rising or falling, being absorbed and assimilated by some kind of mind, like a pure cluster of thoughts drifting through the boundless 'sky.'

No, that wasn't the 'sky'—it was the endless Collective Unconscious Sea, connecting all living beings.

In that deep, dark sea, every drop of liquid was like a beam of light, symbolizing the consciousness of a living being, and the consciousness of countless beings together formed this ocean.

Upon first sensing the Collective Unconscious Sea, Uchiha Sōgetsu felt a desire rising within him to merge into it.

Fortunately, he was already a mature Psychologist and did not panic. He remained calm and clear-headed, severing that thread of thought that yearned to dissolve into the sea.

His endlessly radiating consciousness retracted under his deliberate control.

How long passed, he did not know.

A piercing gleam of light burst from Uchiha Sōgetsu's hollow eyes.

As his consciousness finally returned to his body, he took a deep breath, then exhaled as if relieved: "Success. I've finally become Sequence 6: Hypnotist."

Starting from Sequence 6, one officially steps into the mid-tier sequences. The Spectator Pathway is no longer helpless; it now possesses a certain degree of direct combat capability.

Uchiha Sōgetsu looked down to inspect himself. His skin was covered in dense, sturdy Golden Scales.

If anyone else were present, they would see that within Uchiha Sōgetsu's blood-red pupils, where three tomoe spun, there lay a strange vortex like an abyss. His entire body was sheathed in golden scales, making him resemble a violent beast, exuding an aura of terror.

He slightly clenched his fist and threw a simple straight punch.

Bang!

A loud explosion rang through the air.

His physical abilities had been greatly enhanced by the potion. Both his strength and agility far surpassed those of an ordinary ninja.

Furthermore, the layer of dense Golden Scales provided considerable defense. Even if a kunai were slashed across them with force, it would only produce a shower of sparks and a harsh metallic screech.

In addition, after advancing to Hypnotist, he gained three new abilities.

First, Psychological Suggestion—the ability to modify or influence the subconscious outside of combat. Second, Combat Hypnosis—the ability to forcibly hypnotize an enemy in battle. Third, Psychological Invisibility—the ability to place oneself in a blind spot of perception.

"Although there's no direct attack ability, still..."

A smile curled at the Corner of Uchiha Sōgetsu's Lips as he mused to himself, "If I use the power of the Sharingan, I might be able to forcibly apply Psychological Suggestion even in combat, and even extend the duration and intensity of the hypnosis."

He had to admit, the compatibility between the Spectator Pathway and the Sharingan was simply perfect!

Once his surging emotions gradually settled, Uchiha Sōgetsu checked the system rewards.

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[Main Quest: Advance to Sequence 6: Hypnotist (Completed)]
[Please consume the potion to advance to Sequence 6: Hypnotist]
[Reward: Extraordinary Item - Lie]

A delicate silver mask lay quietly on the tatami mat.

Item: Lie

Extraordinary Ability: Allows the wearer to truly alter their appearance, and grants mastery over three special abilities: Flame Manipulation, Damage Transfer, and Danger Intuition, while improving balance and agility.

Negative Effect: Emotions are amplified while worn.

Uchiha Sōgetsu transformed the 'Lie' mask into a ring and slipped it onto his middle finger, in excellent spirits: "With this, things will be much more convenient when I'm operating in the Anbu."