Ōnoki: Let's fight Amegakure!
The border of the Land of Earth.
Ōnoki fled back in a panic, looking utterly disheveled.
At that moment, he was covered in cold sweat.
How could the Third Raikage, who had always been an enemy of Kumogakure, not know his own strength?
To put it bluntly...
Even now, Iwagakure is completely helpless against the Third Raikage and would still be at a disadvantage when facing him.
The only way Ōnoki could think of to defeat the Third Raikage was to overwhelm him with sheer numbers.
But.
What about now?
In his mind, the almost invincible Third Raikage was so utterly vulnerable in front of this opponent.
When asked by his subordinates, he was unable to answer for a moment.
Ōnoki had completely given up on competing with Kyohiko, but Iwagakure had no way out at the moment.
They can either move forward and defeat Konoha alongside Madara Uchiha, but then they might face the pressure of Madara Uchiha, a formidable enemy, or other problems.
Or they can simply lie low and wait for the era of Konoha to pass, just like they did decades ago.
In other words, trust in the wisdom of future generations!
Ōnoki glanced at the Kitsuchi and sighed softly.
Children like those in the Kitsuchi...
How can we believe it?
not to mention.
He had already received benefits from Madara Uchiha and even participated in the attack on Jiraiya.
The Kumogakure paid the price of the Third Raikage, but there may be more fortuitous encounters to come.
He remained silent for a long time before finally saying, "Attack! Of course we must attack."
Kitsuchi asked in a low voice, "Then, should we follow suit and attack Konoha?"
"Ah??"
Ōnoki turned his head, looking annoyed and helpless, and said, "Use your brain. When did I say I was going to attack Konoha?"
A moment of silence fell.
Why launch Jiraiya a large-scale attack on Konoha instead of attacking Konoha?
The Kitsuchi fell silent for a moment.
but.
He wasn't stupid, just a bit simple-minded, and quickly realized that he must have encountered some difficulties this time.
even.
It's very likely that Father suffered a great loss in the Land of Grass, which is why he retreated and sought a way to encounter a fortuitous event.
"Then, who should we fight?"
"Strike Amegakure!"
A glint of light flashed in Ōnoki's eyes.
For Iwagakure and the Land of Earth, attacking the Land of Fire and Konoha was an impossible task.
Konoha!
The current Konoha is practically invincible; even Madara Uchiha and Ōnoki would have a tough time.
Madara has now officially entered the fray, using his subordinate White Zetsu to defeat Konoha, and has gathered the Tailed Beast from several villages.
As far as he knew, the Kumogakure had also handed over its Tailed Beast.
In the current Shinobi World, the Tailed Beast are gathered in Madara's hands on one side and in Konoha's hands on the other, representing a battle between two powerful forces.
Faced with such power, what chance do they have?
Let's play it safe and wait for the outcome.
It seems the Third Raikage's escape route was likely the same.
With the death of the Third Raikage, Kumogakure was no longer the focus of attention, giving them a legitimate reason to withdraw.
Thinking this through, Ōnoki said, "Let's not attack Konoha directly. Let's attack Amegakure first. It's a crucial point in the alliance of Konoha, Sunagakure, and Amegakure."
If Konoha wants to become a unified whole, Amegakure is indispensable.
To this end, Konoha seems to have ceded some interests in the northern part of the Land of Rivers, allowing Amegakure to join in.
Furthermore, if Ōnoki is focused on attacking Konoha, Amegakure suddenly intervenes to block their retreat, the consequences could be unimaginable.
They are different from creatures like the spotted ones.
Ninjas still need to eat and replenish their energy; supplies and recovery lines are very important to them.
Attacking Amegakure first was the right thing to do!
Ōnoki said, "That's settled then. Order the army to march!"
"Yes!"
In the Land of Grass, with Ōnoki's retreat and the death of the Third Raikage, only a few remaining enemies remained at the scene.
These enemies, let alone Jiraiya, could be dealt with even by the Kusagakure itself.
so.
Upon learning of the attack on Mount Myoboku, the two hermits immediately returned to the Mount Myoboku.
Then they witnessed the tragic scene at Mount Myoboku.
A complete mess!
Nagato was sealed inside Amber, with only one eye remaining, and the scene was a complete mess.
The chair tipped over, and the Great Toad Sage fell to the ground, looking quite disheveled.
but...
Strangely, it did not awaken.
The Sage Fukasaku was greatly alarmed.
"Kyohiko, why didn't you help the Great Toad Sage up?!"
"I just had some basic treatment. Rather than helping the Great Toad Sage up, I think the other Rinnegan is more important."
Kyohiko's Wood Clone answered.
Sage Shima chimed in, "That's absolutely right, Xiao Jingyan. What's the enemy's situation? Why can they control Nagato?"
"I'm not sure either, they're still investigating."
Ban's Talisman was indeed buried very deep; he examined it for a long time but still couldn't find any clues.
As for Black Zetsu...
He has given up.
That guy is too good at hiding; unless you reach the level of Sage of Six Paths, it's impossible to know where he is.
"That..."
"Found it!"
Suddenly, Kyohiko Awakening, his eyes sparkling with Tomoe.
The Talisman is located very deep inside.
It's hidden deep within the heart, meaning that theoretically there's only one way to destroy this Talisman—
Burst open the heart!
but.
After observing for a while, Kyohiko thought of another possibility.
Let Nagato master Izanagi, and then use Izanagi's power to reverse death at the moment when the heart is shattered but Izanagi person is not completely dead.
This method also applies to Obito.
but.
Obito such a fool, so easily fooled, that in Kyohiko's opinion, he doesn't need to be saved.
even.
That guy might not survive to the end.
Upon thinking of this, Kyohiko frowned slightly and said, "Elders, before we help the Great Toad Sage up, I would like to trouble you two to escort Nagato to Konoha first."
"Okay, then!"
Seeing this, the two Toad Sage understood that there was no better way.
Mount Myoboku is no longer safe.
If Nagato is allowed to linger, he might lose his other eye as well, and Mount Myoboku might face an even more terrible calamity.
Rather than that, let Kyohiko take him away.
Carry it with you; if it can solve the problem, that would be best. If it can't, at least you'll have a way to keep an eye on Nagato.
On the river, Rasa was traveling by boat, heading north along the river to the Land of Rain.
He plans to travel north to assist Konoha in completing their mission.
However.
He had only been in the Land of Rain for a short time when a series of booming sounds forced him to halt his mission.
Rasa followed the trail.
What he found was a chaotic battlefield.
Amegakure and Iwagakure have started fighting!
"Kill!"
"Iwagakure, defeat them!"
"Assist Konan!"
On the battlefield, the sounds of fighting were deafening. Ninjas from both sides clashed, while pieces of paper flew and intertwined in the air.
Each time it takes flight, it reaps the lives of a group of ninjas.
But.
Compared to the countless ninjas on the entire battlefield, she killed far too few people!
Rasa's expression was blank.
Amegakure...
It's been hacked!
He quickly realized what was happening.
If he hadn't known at that time, that would have been one thing, but since he did know, he couldn't just sit idly by.
With the opening of that mountain, a very special bond has been formed between Sunagakure and Amegakure.
A mountain can be dug up, but it can also be rebuilt.
so.
The Sunagakure can no longer afford to sit idly by.
"Go back quickly and notify the border outpost to send ninjas to support Amegakure as soon as possible. Also, have the people at the outpost notify the village..."
"Yes!"
The Anbu Ninja on board answered, then vanished in Body Flicker Technique.
Rasa did not hesitate.
In an instant, a Sand Body Flicker shot out.
Suddenly, patches of golden sand appeared in the rain.
Then.
Boom!
The fortress built by the Iwagakure Ninja collapsed rapidly under the dismemberment of the Gold Dust, turning into ruins.
"That is..."
Konan's figure landed, and then instantly created a Paper Clone to observe.
The next second, she shouted, "The Lord Kazekage of Sunagakure is here to help us! Hang in there, everyone!"
"Yes!"
The Amegakure's spirits lifted.
Reinforcements!
Very good!
Perfect timing!
The battle had only been going on for a few minutes when the Kazekage of Sunagakure arrived at the scene immediately and offered them assistance.
Even their village doesn't have such high efficiency!
Konan landed and quickly ate a Military Ration Pill.
A moment later, Luo Sand Body Flicker to the vicinity of their position.
"I am Rasa, what happened here?"
"Lord Kazekage!"
Konan raised her hand, signaling the others to bring Rasa over.
A moment later, Rasa walked up to Konan.
This young female ninja...
I have a vague recollection of Rasa.
He was previously active in the Land of Birds, but recently returned to Konoha. Like Yahiko, he is now a pillar of Amegakure.
She was also present during the last mountain-opening ceremony.
The two exchanged information.
Rasa then realized that Ōnoki had gone so far as to launch a direct attack on Amegakure.
He frowned and asked, "Did Ōnoki say anything?"
He said that Amegakure's actions jeopardized their country's security.
Konan was furious.
During this period, Amegakure has been busy managing the area north of the Land of Rivers, consolidating its current expanded power and profits.
Where would they find the time to seize the interests of the Land of Earth?
Isn't Iwagakure bullying us?
She knew that war was irrational, but as a member of Amegakure, Konan had no way to retreat at this moment.
Only by holding on and persevering can we succeed!
result.
Unexpectedly, Rasa was the first to arrive, and he was just passing by...
Konan looked north, her brows furrowed.
"Ōnoki's attack was definitely not sudden; something else must have happened to make Ōnoki dare to do this."
"Something happened in Konoha?"
Rasa was stunned.
These days, who dares to mess with Konoha?
Could it be that...
His expression changed drastically.
Madara Uchiha finally going to make his move?
His expression was solemn.
"In that case, I understand Ōnoki's idea."
"He didn't want to offend Konoha, nor did he want to offend Madara, yet he also wanted to gain some benefits from this war..."
"You've got a good plan!"
Rasa sneered.
As the village's kage as well, he has handled many affairs over the years and has come to understand how to view problems from the perspective and level of the Kazekage.
Ōnoki's choice clearly shows that he wanted to offend neither side.
But.
In such a situation, trying not to offend either side means offending both.
Afterwards, no one will treat him well.
certainly--
Rasa thought this way mainly because he didn't know that Ōnoki had already set his sights on Konoha, but had failed and that's why he came here.
He took a deep breath, and his thoughts gradually became clear.
"No matter what, we have to hold on and drive Ōnoki back. You rest first, I'll help out here."
As he spoke, golden sand spread across the battlefield, transforming into a rolling sandstorm that swept towards the opposite side.
The Iwagakure ninja immediately switched to a defensive stance.
"Thank you, Lord Kazekage."
Konan breathed a sigh of relief.
Rasa was overjoyed that she could understand the relationship between the two villages, and she breathed a long sigh of relief.
If Rasa doesn't intervene, she can hold them off for a while, but after some time, she might not be able to maintain her defenses.
"It's nothing, but I can only hold out for now, after all—"
Rasa looked into the distance.
Ōnoki has arrived!
"Now begins the real battle!"
Rasa's expression was solemn.
He glanced at Konan and said, "Your name is..."
"Konan, sir, my Konan."
"Konan, I'm afraid we'll have to fight side by side. I need your cover, or to help me distract Ōnoki."
Over the years, Rasa has been bogged down in the village's situation, and his strength has not improved.
but.
He has made great progress in one area: self-awareness.
Having endured a series of brutal beatings, Rasa knew very well that he was not outstanding among the several Shadows, and could even be said to be at the bottom.
Where is the other party?
The Third Tsuchikage possessed the power of Dust Release, making it extremely difficult for him to block Ōnoki's attacks, even though he knew Magnet Release.
With Konan's help, things might be a little better.
Konan nodded. "No problem."
In Konoha, the massive Susanoo underwent another change.
As Obito's Chakra and ocular power were fully activated, Susanoo entered a new form, with Obito hovering in the air at the head of Susanoo.
He looked down at Konoha.
Tsunade looked up, her eyes filled with disbelief.
This Susanoo...
Even with her current power, she couldn't break through it; Obito Uchiha was a true genius in this regard.
Or rather --
Ban is such a great teacher!
Tsunade, preparing for a desperate fight.
Suddenly, Obito sensed something was wrong from above.
Space is changing!
This is...
Wrong!
Obito's pupils contracted, and he quickly tried to retract his power and return to another dimension.
But.
In that instant, a figure landed beside him.
Minato Namikaze!
At this moment, Minato Namikaze allowed the Nine-Tails clone to enter his body, achieving a special Tailed Beast state.
In his hands, a spiraling Ninjutsu emitted a buzzing sound.
Wind Style: Spiral Blade!
The three rotating Wind Blade, like a cutting machine, unleashed terrifying power in the area touched by Susanoo.
The next moment.
Crack!
The part of Susanoo closest to Obito was directly severed.
Obito, controlling Susanoo, swiftly threw out the Tomoe.
This is the advanced power of Susanoo.
However.
The next second, Minato Namikaze vanished instantly, leaving behind only a peculiar Kunai, followed closely by—
In the distance, a new Minato Namikaze appears.
He held an even larger Wind Style Rasengan in his hand, and his body was covered in unique markings.
Sage Mode!
Sage Art: Rasenshuriken!