Six Paths Demonic Void Kuro vs. Eight-Gates Madara!

The Land of Rice Border: The Final Battlefield

The blue Susanoo markings flowed continuously across the pale body of the Six Paths Mode figure.

He looked down at the Susanoo patterns covering his entire body, feeling the changes occurring within him, and slowly breathed a sigh of relief.

"The plan... was a success."

Even before I fully analyzed [The Eternal World], this conjecture had already surfaced in my mind:

Using the power of the Mangekyo Dōjutsu [Eternal World], he merged the complete Susanoo and its accompanying divine artifact, [Futsu Sky Wheel], into himself.

However, before entering the Six Paths, he had never had the ability to put this idea into practice.

At that time, his body Susanoo withstand the power of the complete Susanoo, let alone fuse it with his own flesh and blood.

But now...

Kouch felt his physique was even stronger than before, and a confident smile appeared on his lips.

In this state, not only was his physical strength greatly enhanced, but he also possessed the characteristics of a divine artifact.

Adaptation, and growth.

Even if hit by Madara's attack, as long as there is any remains, the body will quickly recover and grow stronger.

Although it's impossible to grow to the point of being completely immune to Madara's attacks in one go, with a few more attempts, my physical strength will be sufficient to completely withstand Madara's onslaught!

When it comes to waging a protracted war, there is no more perfect "solution" than this.

"Well, it was definitely quite painful during that process..."

He thought to himself with lingering fear, but on the surface, he still maintained that calm and composed demeanor of a master.

"Ready, old man?"

He stretched out his hand, pointing to the solemn-looking Ban in front of him:

"Prepare for your final... defeat!!"

The moment he finished speaking, a stream of blue light surged from his shoulder and traveled down his arm.

A long, cyan sword materialized in his palm!

The sword is long and slender, its entire body gleaming with a bluish light, and its surface has a faint ancient wood texture, as if it contains boundless life force.

Amazing tool -- [Great Ori Cutter]!

At the same time, the Truth-Seeking Orb in his other hand also changed instantly.

The staff was sharpened, transforming into a jet-black longsword, within which flowed the Power of All Creation.

Flames and lightning imbued with the Six Paths Power encircled the twin swords!

One is green, one is black, one is fire and one is thunder.

The four kinds of light shone brightly, enveloping Kou in a dazzling halo.

In the distance, Ban felt the oppressive aura emanating from Kou, and his hand gripping the halberd trembled slightly.

"This is--"

He looked down at his hands, a flicker of surprise in his eyes:

"I'm actually feeling fear?"

"No..."

He felt the intense pounding deep in his chest, shook his head, and a smug smile crept across his lips:

Am I... excited?

"After all, if this final battle on the road to our dreams goes too smoothly, it would be rather boring."

Ban stared intently at Kou ahead, his smile growing wider, carrying the most genuine joy of meeting a worthy opponent.

"Come on, knock!!"

He gripped the halberd handle tightly with both hands, and crimson steam surged from his body once more!

"Let me see just how much you've grown from that once frail and weak person!!"

Ban shouted loudly, his footsteps leaving deep, cracked pits in the ground.

At breakneck speed, he seemed to transform into a crimson meteor, hurtling straight towards the white-robed figure ahead...

Kou stared intently at the approaching Ban, and deep within his pupils, several familiar faces overlapped with that crimson figure.

Those faces were superimposed one by one, eventually merging into the crimson figure before them.

Kou slowly closed his eyes.

"As you wish, Teacher."

He muttered to himself, and when he opened his eyes again, all that remained in those Six-Tomoe Rinnegan was resolute determination!

He gripped two swords and charged straight towards Ban.

The Long Halberd and the twin swords clashed, and the heavens and earth changed instantly!

Crimson steam and bluish-black light exploded at the point of impact, followed by a tremendous roar. The aftershocks spread from the point of impact, cracking the ground and Space Collapse wherever they passed!

The entire continent swayed slightly in the sound waves.

The roar shook the entire battlefield, and even the entire Ninja World...

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Meanwhile, Inari City

The Inari City was not as bustling as usual at this moment; there were few pedestrians on the streets, and most of the shops were closed.

There were several times more ninjas patrolling the city walls than usual, and each of them wore a solemn expression.

On the distant horizon, the sky, bathed in alternating crimson and bluish-black light, instilled an instinctive unease in everyone.

At this moment, Suigetsu was leading a patrol team, walking briskly along the city wall.

Seemingly sensing the tremor beneath his feet, he involuntarily looked towards the battlefield, a deep worry rising in his eyes:

"Are things really alright with Kimimaro?"

"If... if Lord Kong and the others lose..."

"Idiot!"

"Bang!!"

Before he could finish speaking, he received a sharp rap on the head.

Ouch!

Suigetsu winced in pain, clutching her head. She turned to Zabuza beside her, her face full of grievance as she complained:

"What are you doing?! Zabuza- Teacher!"

Zabuza coldly, hoisting the Kubikiribōchō onto his shoulder; the blade gleamed with a chilling light.

"You have the nerve to ask me what I'm doing? With the enemy at our doorstep, instead of focusing on our mission, you're here trying to demoralize the troops?"

If it were back then, I would have killed you long ago!

"I was just worried about Lord Kong and the others..."

Suigetsu shrank her neck, her voice growing softer and softer:

"It's not just me; everyone must be worried about what's going on with Master Kong and the others."

Hearing Suigetsu's complaints, Zabuza frowned.

He was about to say a few more words of reprimand when he couldn't help but glance at Bai beside him out of the corner of his eye.

At this moment, Bai was standing by the crenellations of the city wall, his small face slightly tilted towards the battlefield, his lips pursed, clearly very uneasy.

Zabuza sighed inwardly, swallowing back the reprimand that was on the tip of his tongue. Earth Flow to Haku's side and placed his hand on his shoulder.

Feeling the familiar weight on his shoulder, the worry in Byakugan lessened somewhat.

He didn't turn around, but leaned slightly in that direction and whispered:

"Thank you, Lord Zabuza."

Their shoulders touched, and a warm atmosphere slowly spread between them, easing the oppressive feeling in the surroundings.

"Tsk, biased."

Suigetsu, acting as a third wheel, stood behind the two, watching the heartwarming scene, and muttered softly.

He pursed his lips, shifted his gaze from the two of them, and couldn't help but drift towards the direction of the High Heaven Palace.

The towering palace was now gleaming golden in the sunlight.

His mind involuntarily conjured up that beautiful face:

"Mei Terumi is probably worried about the safety of Lady Sora and the others right now..."

"Suigetsu, what are you babbling about? Come here right now!"

"Most of the ninjas of the Land of Rice are stationed throughout the country to ensure the safety of its citizens. Lord Sora has entrusted this place to us, and we cannot let him down!"

"Tsk, I know!!"

Suigetsu shouted forward, taking one last look in the direction of the battlefield.

Crimson and blue light intertwined in the sky, and the rumbling sound could still be faintly heard.

He took a deep breath, calmed himself down, then turned around and jogged to Zabuza up with Zabuza and his companion who had walked away...