Chapter Summaries

Nathan Hawke outmaneuvered and overpowered Shennong, forcing him to activate the Zero-Tail Formula and then transform into Void Zero Tail Mode. Kabuto watched from safety as the fight escalated, and the chapter ended with Nathan Hawke preparing to face Shennong’s full power.

• Nathan Hawke analyzed Shennong’s close-combat style and regeneration, then used electricity and psychic power to increase his speed and strength.
• Nathan Hawke overwhelmed Shennong with rapid attacks and slammed him into the ground with psychic power.
• Shennong activated the Zero-Tail Formula, combining dark Chakra with the Eight Inner Gates and trading powerful attacks with Nathan Hawke.
• Shennong transformed into Void Zero Tail Mode, surrounding himself with dark smoke and growing Chakra tentacles as he threatened Nathan Hawke.
• Kabuto watched the battle and wondered whether Nathan Hawke could defeat Shennong’s new form.

Nathan Hawke defeated Shennong after a prolonged battle and forced him to submit. Back at the Sound Ninja Village, Shennong realized that Orochimaru had also submitted to Nathan Hawke.

• Shennong transformed into Void Zero Tail Mode and attacked Nathan Hawke with Zero-Tail Chakra techniques.
• Nathan Hawke countered with electrical energy and telekinesis, then overwhelmed Shennong with a relentless series of blows.
• After Nathan Hawke defeated him, Shennong agreed to obey him rather than face further pain or death.
• Nathan Hawke ordered Kabuto and the Sound Ninja Squad to clean up the aftermath and return to the Sound Ninja Village with Shennong.
• Orochimaru greeted the returning group and discussed continuing his cooperation with Shennong.
• Shennong looked between Orochimaru and Nathan Hawke and realized that Orochimaru had submitted to Nathan Hawke too.

Nathan Hawke established a hidden anchor in the Hidden Sound Village and assigned roles to his allies before revealing to Orochimaru that he could travel between worlds. He brought Orochimaru to the Umbrella Corporation, where advanced technology and the Shumagia Beta left him eager to learn more.

• Kabuto reported that Nathan Hawke had overwhelmed Shennong with close combat, electricity, and telekinesis, and Orochimaru said the strength made Nathan worth taking seriously.
• Nathan Hawke convened a meeting in the Hidden Sound Village and assigned Kabuto to village management and intelligence gathering while the Sound Five were tasked with training the sound ninja.
• Nathan Hawke privately told Orochimaru that he came from another world and could travel between worlds, then offered him a place as a partner.
• Orochimaru asked to see another world himself, and Nathan Hawke, Borsalino, and Doflamingo brought him to the Umbrella Corporation headquarters.
• Beta introduced herself as a Shumagia, and Orochimaru was astonished by the advanced technology of Nathan Hawke's world.

Orochimaru toured Umbrella Corporation’s advanced laboratories and discussed cooperation, while Borsalino delivered intelligence from the Naruto World for strategic planning. Nathan Hawke ordered optimized, virus-enhanced clones for the coming conquest.

• Beta and Alpha showed Orochimaru Umbrella Corporation’s genetics, Iron Armor, Shumagia, and artificial intelligence technology, and Orochimaru expressed interest in cooperation.
• Borsalino delivered his reconnaissance device and four bodies to the Brain, which began analyzing intelligence on the Naruto World for conquest planning.
• Irene and the Brain reported that clones of Fourth Kazekage Rasa and three guards had been produced with their abilities copied, but without their potential.
• Nathan Hawke ordered the clones’ faces copied exactly, their other features randomized, and computing power assigned to clone production.
• Nathan Hawke instructed Irene to implant the ninja-template clones with a noninfectious Biochemical Virus, and Irene and the Brain began carrying out his orders.

Nathan Hawke prepared to travel with Zed to the Naruto World while Hawke Group advanced its cloned ninja and Infinity Stone research. The chapter ended with plans to equip the clone army with energy weapons and continue working with Orochimaru.

• Nathan Hawke reviewed the superheroes’ activities and summoned Zed to accompany him to a world of ninjas, assigning a Shumagia to oversee superhero duties in his absence.
• Irene reported that cloned ninjas had ordinary jonin-level Chakra and strong weapon skills, while their ninjutsu training remained unstable; Biochemical Virus implants could transform them into Tyrant or Licker types but required recovery in nutrient chambers.
• Ryoma Sengoku reported progress controlling the Space Stone and Power Stone, including short-range teleportation and converting Power Stone energy into a power source.
• Ryoma Sengoku proposed energy firearms made from energy emitted by a batch of stones, and Nathan Hawke ordered him to continue developing them for the clone army.
• Ryoma Sengoku described Orochimaru’s interest and insights into Hawke Group’s genetic technology and stone research, and Nathan Hawke told him to keep collaborating with Orochimaru.

Kakuzu and Hidan took a Black Market mission to kill the bandit Jie, but arrived to find opponents waiting: Kakuzu faced the masked Jie while Hidan fought Kimimaro, who had been strengthened by a Gene Solution. The chapter ended with Hidan and Kimimaro locked in a fierce battle, neither yet defeated.

• Kakuzu overheard reports about new technology improving the Land of Wind and chose a mission to kill Jie, an Elite Jonin-level bandit.
• Kakuzu and Hidan reached Jie's hill at midnight, where Kakuzu sensed danger and Hidan charged ahead despite his warnings.
• Kakuzu was ambushed by a masked man he suspected was Jie, while Hidan encountered Kimimaro in the camp.
• Kimimaro recalled how Irene injected him with a Gene Solution in another world, strengthening his body and awakening his potential.
• Hidan and Kimimaro exchanged rapid blows, and Kimimaro cut Hidan's shoulder before Hidan eagerly pressed the attack.

Kimimaro defeated and immobilized Hidan with Dead Bone Pulse: Dance of the Emerging Fern, then silenced him and left him pinned to the ground. Zed overcame Kakuzu by piercing four of his hearts and knocking him unconscious before departing after declaring the mission complete.

• Kimimaro pressured Hidan in close combat and pierced him with a bone spike, while Hidan continued fighting through the pain.
• Kimimaro used Dead Bone Pulse: Dance of the Emerging Fern to impale and pin Hidan, then pierced his vocal cords and left him unable to move or speak.
• Zed and Kakuzu exchanged attacks as Zed used his shadows to evade and strike, while Kakuzu countered with elemental ninjutsu and black threads.
• Zed unleashed Shadow Prison as Kakuzu released his five elemental mask monsters and attacked with Combined Ninjutsu: Flame Wind Wave.
• Zed evaded Kakuzu's flames and pierced four of his hearts with a shadow blade, then struck his neck and knocked him unconscious.
• Zed declared the mission complete and left the battlefield.

As Konoha prepared for the Chunin Exams, Nathan Hawke secured Chiyo’s public support for his plans to modernize and unify the ninja world. Chiyo and Ebizo privately recognized that the Hidden Sand Village was under Nathan’s control, while Gaara recalled his first confrontation with Nathan as the two prepared to fight.

• Hiruzen Sarutobi watched Konoha prepare for the Chunin Exams as Kakashi led Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura through the village and Gaara, Temari, and Kankuro arrived from the Hidden Sand Village.
• Nathan Hawke told Chiyo he planned to unite the ninja world, promised the Land of Wind and the Hidden Sand Village resources and technology, and gained her public support.
• After Nathan Hawke left, Chiyo and Ebizo concluded that the returned Rasa was an impostor and that Gaara knew the truth, then resolved to watch Nathan and protect the village.
• Gaara lay on the roof of the team’s Konoha lodging and recalled challenging Nathan Hawke in the desert, where he summoned a giant Sand Hand before Nathan taunted him.

Nathan Hawke defeated Gaara and offered him relief from his torment in exchange for help, giving him Gene Solution that let him control Shukaku and transform into sand. Meanwhile, the Great Toad Sage warned Jiraiya that a Destroyer of Worlds had appeared, and Jiraiya headed back to Konoha to investigate.

• Nathan Hawke easily evaded Gaara's sand attacks, struck him down, and confirmed that Gaara had a role in his plans for the Land of Wind.
• Nathan Hawke promised Gaara peaceful sleep if he helped, and Gaara agreed.
• Nathan Hawke gave Gaara Gene Solution, which suppressed Shukaku and gave Gaara greater control over the tailed beast and his sand transformation.
• The Great Toad Sage told Jiraiya that a Destroyer of Worlds had appeared and would bring destruction to the ninja world.
• Jiraiya suspected the upcoming Konoha Chunin Exams might hold danger, then left Mount Myōboku to seek answers in Konoha.

Jiraiya returned to Konoha, warned Hiruzen Sarutobi about a prophecy of a world-destroying threat, and offered to protect Naruto and the village during the Chunin Exams. Meanwhile, the Akatsuki investigated the disappearance of Kakuzu and Hidan and linked Jie to sudden changes in the Sand Ninja Village.

• Jiraiya told Hiruzen Sarutobi that the Great Toad Sage had prophesied a Destroyer of Worlds would soon threaten the ninja world, possibly during the Chunin Exams.
• Jiraiya learned that Naruto was struggling with village rejection and promised to guide him in mastering the Nine-Tails' power.
• Pain told the Akatsuki that Kakuzu and Hidan had gone missing after pursuing Jie, who might possess Kage-level strength.
• Black Zetsu informed Uchiha Obito that Jie might be connected to the Sand Ninja Village's improved living conditions and electricity use.
• Uchiha Obito ordered Black Zetsu to monitor the Sand Ninja Village and reaffirmed his determination to create a world with Rin.

Nathan Hawke’s supercomputer gathered intelligence on the Land of Wind daimyo’s guards and planned an ambush against his convoy, while reporting on satellite surveillance, power stations, and schemes to replace the daimyos of the Land of Rice and Land of Waves. Shumagia Charlotte and Camilla began seducing their respective targets, leaving both daimyos falling under their influence.

• The supercomputer identified the Land of Wind daimyo’s Six Guards and reported that his convoy would travel toward Konoha for the Chunin Exams.
• Nathan Hawke ordered Jie and his Clone Troops to ambush the convoy at the border between the Land of Rivers and the Land of Fire and prevent it from reaching Konoha.
• The supercomputer reported that its satellite had entered orbit, power stations were nearing completion, and plans were underway to possess the daimyos of the Land of Rice and Land of Waves.
• Shumagia Charlotte entered the Land of Rice daimyo’s study, seduced him, and left him intoxicated by her advances.
• Shumagia Camilla teased the Land of Waves daimyo in his reception room, and he succumbed to her allure.

Jie’s Clone Troops slaughtered the Land of Wind daimyo and his guards, then copied their identities to place the country under Nathan Hawke’s control. Meanwhile, Tsunade gambled away her money at a casino, while Shizune tried to persuade her to leave with an important letter from Konoha.

• Jie ordered the Clone Troops to ambush the Land of Wind daimyo’s procession, and the Six Guards of the Wind fought back.
• Jie changed tactics and ordered concentrated fire, which killed the Six Guards of the Wind and overwhelmed the daimyo’s guard force.
• Jie’s Clone Troops replaced the dead daimyo, guards, and Six Guards of the Wind, copying their faces to infiltrate the Land of Wind for Nathan Hawke.
• Tsunade continued gambling despite Shizune’s warning that an important letter from Konoha had arrived, and she lost all her chips.
• The casino manager let Tsunade owe her losses, and Tsunade left cheerfully with Shizune while the other gamblers praised them.

Lena lured Tsunade and Shizune into considering a visit to the Land of Rivers by showing Tsunade documents about advanced medical technologies. Tsunade decided to go despite a request from the Third Hokage to return to Konoha, while remaining wary of Lena’s intentions.

• After meeting Tsunade and Shizune outside a casino, Lena invited them to her villa to discuss a business opportunity.
• Lena showed Tsunade documents on medical technologies and proposed investing in Konoha’s medical system if Tsunade visited the Land of Rivers.
• Tsunade agreed to travel to the Land of Rivers the next morning, and Lena arranged for their departure.
• Shizune told Tsunade that the Third Hokage had requested her return to Konoha, but Tsunade refused and asked Shizune to relay her plans.
• At the inn, Tsunade considered Lena’s offer and resolved to visit the Land of Rivers while investigating Lena’s true intentions.

Nathan Hawke reviewed Umbrella Corporation’s preparations to invade the Naruto World and received Orochimaru’s commitment to help overthrow Konoha. On the final day of the Chunin Exams, Orochimaru posed as Rasa beside Hiruzen Sarutobi as their tense exchange hinted at an impending attack.

• The AI reported that Umbrella’s clone troops, power stations, daimyo replacements, and invasion plans were ready, and Nathan Hawke ordered clones to learn Orochimaru’s construction and lifestyle Ninjutsu.
• Orochimaru told Nathan Hawke he had abandoned his attachment to Konoha and intended to personally kill his former teacher, the Third Hokage.
• At the Chunin Exams, Orochimaru disguised himself as Fourth Kazekage Rasa and took his place beside Hiruzen Sarutobi in the stands.
• Rasa and Hiruzen discussed strength, power, and peace, while Hiruzen sensed a concealed conspiracy and hoped the exams would proceed smoothly.

The Sound Village, Umbrella Corporation, and Iron Armor forces launched a coordinated assault on Konoha as Orochimaru confronted Hiruzen Sarutobi. Nathan Hawke pressured Hiashi Hyuga to confine his clan to its grounds, where Hiashi’s order to withdraw sparked accusations of betrayal.

• Sasuke arrived at the Chunin Exams, but Gaara and the others left as the invasion began, leaving Sasuke confused about his planned fight.
• The Sound Village, Umbrella Corporation Clone Troops, and Iron Armor attacked Konoha, and Hiruzen Sarutobi organized a defense.
• Orochimaru revealed himself to Hiruzen Sarutobi, and the former teacher and student prepared to fight over Konoha’s future.
• Nathan Hawke confronted Hiashi Hyuga at the hospital and ordered him to keep the Hyuga Clan within its grounds.
• Hiashi Hyuga carried the unconscious Neji through the embattled village and ordered the Hyuga ninja to retreat into their clan grounds.
• A Hyuga ninja accused Hiashi Hyuga of betraying the village after he ordered the clan to withdraw.

Jie destroyed Root and killed Shimura Danzo after exhausting the Sharingan that fueled his Izanagi, then waited for the Shumagia to secure Root's files. Meanwhile, Might Guy and Kakashi continued fighting invaders in Konoha.

• Jie infiltrated Root's base and fought his way through its defenders toward Shimura Danzo's office.
• Jie repeatedly killed Shimura Danzo, forcing him to use Izanagi until the Sharingan in his arm were exhausted.
• Shimura Danzo tried to flee, but Jie struck him with Shadow Ultimate Technique: Shadow Blade Slash and killed him.
• Jie waited for the Shumagia to arrive and take possession of Root's files.
• Might Guy and Kakashi fought clones and Iron Armors together as the battle in Konoha continued.
• Kakashi spotted a clone attacking Might Guy from behind and pierced it with Lightning Blade.

Kakashi and Might Guy fought through waves of Clones and Iron Armor until Zabuza and Borsalino challenged them. Jiraiya rescued the badly injured Kakashi from Zabuza, and the two retreated while Guy remained behind fighting Borsalino.

• Kakashi and Might Guy fought together against waves of Clones and Iron Armor until the enemies opened a path for Zabuza and Borsalino.
• Borsalino attacked Might Guy with a powerful golden-light kick, while Zabuza engaged Kakashi with his Executioner's Blade.
• Zabuza revealed his greatly increased strength, overwhelmed Kakashi, and wounded him as Kakashi struggled to defend himself.
• Jiraiya trapped Zabuza in a swamp and attacked with a Great Fireball, giving Kakashi a chance to escape.
• Jiraiya pulled Kakashi away from the battlefield, and they retreated as Zabuza vowed to kill them next time.

Might Guy fought Borsalino with the Eight Inner Gates but was eventually knocked unconscious and taken away. Meanwhile, Orochimaru and Hiruzen Sarutobi battled across Konoha with ninjutsu and weapons, and their fight continued with both injured.

• Might Guy opened the Gate of Opening and later the Sixth Gate to attack Borsalino, but Borsalino evaded his assaults and struck him unconscious.
• Borsalino carried the fallen Might Guy away from the battlefield.
• Orochimaru and Hiruzen Sarutobi exchanged elemental ninjutsu and clashed with kunai in Konoha's central battlefield.
• The two continued their fight with combined techniques, leaving Hiruzen injured while Orochimaru's wounds rapidly healed.
• Orochimaru pointed to his restorative ability from Gene Solution as an advantage, and Hiruzen challenged his reliance on it before they resumed fighting.

Hiruzen Sarutobi and Monkey King Enma fought Orochimaru, who combined his cursed seal with the Biochemical Virus to transform into a serpent-like monster. Orochimaru killed Hiruzen and dismissed the Will of Fire as the battlefield fell quiet.

• Hiruzen Sarutobi summoned Monkey King Enma, who transformed into an Adamantine Staff, and they traded attacks with Orochimaru.
• Orochimaru criticized Hiruzen's convictions and released his cursed seal, fusing it with the Biochemical Virus to become a monstrous serpent-like fighter.
• Hiruzen and Enma tried to hold off Orochimaru, but Orochimaru wounded Hiruzen and taunted him as he weakened.
• Orochimaru pierced Hiruzen's chest and tore his body apart, killing him as Enma watched in grief.
• Orochimaru cast Hiruzen's corpse aside and declared the Will of Fire a joke while the battlefield quieted.

As Konoha fought a coordinated invasion, Jiraiya learned that Nathan Hawke had confined the Hyuga Clan to its compound and persuaded Hyuga Hiashi to send reinforcements. Jiraiya then set out to find the enemy command center and kill Nathan Hawke, while Hiashi secretly informed a Shumagia of Jiraiya’s plan.

• Shikaku Nara assigned Inoichi, Choza, Ibiki, and the medical teams roles in defending Konoha’s strongholds.
• Kakashi told Shikaku and Jiraiya that the attacker he had encountered in the Land of Waves had allied with the Sand and Sound villages, leaving Konoha facing a three-sided assault.
• Jiraiya summoned Gamabunta and fought through Clone Troops and Iron Armor to reach the Hyuga compound.
• Jiraiya learned that Nathan Hawke had ordered the Hyuga Clan to stay inside its compound, then urged Hiashi to send the clan to support Konoha’s defenses.
• After Jiraiya left to seek the enemy command center, Hiashi told a Shumagia about Jiraiya’s planned decapitation operation, and the Shumagia relayed the information to the central intelligence system.
• Jiraiya spotted what he believed was the enemy command center and infiltrated toward it to carry out his attack.