Land of Iron, headquarters of the Shinobi Allied Forces.
Night fell, and heavy snow drifted through the air.
Xingye stood at the very front of the camp, his Byakugan scanning everything in a 360-degree radius.
The Shinobi Allied Forces had finished assembling, with 5,000 elite ninja spread across the Land of Iron to form a tight defensive net.
"Black Zetsu," Xingye muttered to himself, "you must have already sensed our movements."
"The existence of the Shinobi Allied Forces is your greatest threat."
"Therefore, you will choose to launch your attack early."
Just then, the system's notification chime rang out.
[System Prompt: Large-scale chakra fluctuations detected]
[Target: White Zetsu army]
[Quantity: Approximately 10,000]
[Distance: Five kilometers ahead]
A cold glint flashed in Xingye's eyes.
"They're here."
Xingye turned and walked toward the rear of the camp, finding the various Kage who were resting.
"Everyone," Xingye said, "the White Zetsu army is here."
The Raikage stood up abruptly: "What? The White Zetsu army?"
Xingye nodded: "According to the system prompt, about 10,000 White Zetsu are approaching us."
"They are only five kilometers away and will arrive very soon."
Onoki frowned: "10,000 White Zetsu? Black Zetsu is intending to start an all-out war."
Xingye said: "That's right. Black Zetsu has realized the threat posed by the Shinobi Allied Forces and has decided to launch the attack early."
"Everyone, get ready. The battle begins now."
The Third Hokage stood up: "I will notify all allied forces immediately to enter combat status."
The Kazekage also stood up: "Ninjas of Sunagakure, heed my command."
The Mizukage and Tsuchikage rose one after another, each preparing for battle.
Xingye walked to the front of the camp, staring into the darkness in the distance.
With his Byakugan scanning 360 degrees, he could already see the outlines of the White Zetsu army.
10,000 White Zetsu surged forward like a tidal wave, their dark figures standing out starkly against the snow.
"Everyone," Xingye shouted, "the White Zetsu army is here!"
"Today, we are not just protecting the five great ninja villages, but the entire shinobi world!"
"All forces, prepare for battle!"
The morale of the allied forces soared, and everyone responded with a roar.
"Protect the shinobi world! Protect the shinobi world! Protect the shinobi world!"
The battle erupted.
The White Zetsu army launched the first attack, with thousands of White Zetsu charging toward the camp.
"Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!"
The Fire Release ninjas of the allied forces attacked simultaneously, and hundreds of great fireballs streaked toward the White Zetsu army.
BOOM!
The White Zetsu army was struck by the fireballs, and hundreds of White Zetsu were reduced to ash.
However, the number of White Zetsu was simply too great.
The destroyed White Zetsu were immediately replaced by new ones from the rear, charging toward the camp in endless waves.
"Water Style: Water Formation Wall!"
The Water Release ninjas activated the Water Formation Wall to block the charge of the White Zetsu army.
The White Zetsu slammed into the Water Formation Wall, creating a series of thudding sounds.
However, the pressure on the Water Formation Wall grew, and it was struggling to hold.
"Earth Release: Earth-Style Wall!"
The Earth Release ninjas activated the Earth-Style Wall to reinforce the defense.
The White Zetsu army was blocked by the Earth-Style Wall, unable to break through for the moment.
But the White Zetsu began to climb the Earth-Style Wall, attempting to scale the defense.
"Wind Release: Wind Blade!"
Wind Release ninjas unleashed blades of wind, slicing down all the White Zetsu that were climbing up.
The White Zetsu plummeted one after another, letting out shrill screams.
However, new waves of White Zetsu surged from the rear, wave after wave, never ceasing.
Raikage watched the scene before him, his expression heavy.
"Xingye, the number of White Zetsu is too high."
"We simply cannot wipe them all out."
Xingye said indifferently, "White Zetsu are indeed monsters that reproduce infinitely."
"However, as long as we eliminate the core that controls them, the White Zetsu army will collapse."
Onoki: "The core? Do you know where the core is?"
Xingye nodded: "Black Zetsu is right behind the White Zetsu army."
"He controls all the White Zetsu; as long as we defeat Black Zetsu, the White Zetsu will lose control."
Mizukage: "Then why are we wasting time here? Shouldn't we just attack Black Zetsu directly?"
Xingye said: "No, we cannot attack Black Zetsu directly."
"Black Zetsu's strength far exceeds our imagination; attacking rashly will only put us on the defensive."
"We need to eliminate the majority of the White Zetsu first to weaken Black Zetsu's power, and then attack Black Zetsu himself."
Raikage: "Easier said than done."
"With 10,000 White Zetsu, how long will it take us to wipe them out?"
Xingye said: "Leave it to me."
Xingye stepped forward, his Rinnegan slowly activating.
"Everyone, watch how I eliminate the White Zetsu army."
The Rinnegan unleashes its power.
Xingye formed hand seals, unleashing a powerful ninjutsu.
"Shinra Tensei!"
A massive repulsive force radiated outward from Xingye as the center.
White Zetsu within a radius of several hundred meters were all sent flying by the repulsive force, crashing into the White Zetsu behind them and causing a chain reaction.
BOOM!
Hundreds of White Zetsu were reduced to ash under the impact of the repulsive force.
"What?" Raikage was shocked, "Is this the power of the Rinnegan?"
Xingye ignored Raikage and continued his assault.
"Chibaku Tensei!"
Xingye pressed his palms together, and the gravity in the sky distorted.
A massive rock descended from the sky, charging straight toward the White Zetsu army.
BOOM!
The rock slammed into the center of the White Zetsu army, crushing thousands of White Zetsu beneath it as they let out screams.
The White Zetsu army suffered heavy losses, and their offensive rhythm was disrupted.
However, Black Zetsu did not give up.
The White Zetsu army reorganized and continued to charge toward the camp.
"Damn it," Raikage cursed, "These White Zetsu are truly endless."
Xingye said: "Don't be impatient, I have one more move."
Xingye took a deep breath, Six Paths Sage Technique covering his entire body as a golden chakra cloak emerged.
"Everyone, fall back."
"The range of this move is too large; it might cause collateral damage."
The Hokage immediately retreated, moving far away from Xingye.
Xingye pressed his palms together, unleashing his ultimate ninjutsu.
"Tengai Shinsei!"
Three massive meteorites descended from the sky, charging straight toward the White Zetsu army.
BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!
The three meteorites slammed into the White Zetsu army, instantly wiping out thousands of White Zetsu.
The morale of the White Zetsu army was shattered, and their offensive rhythm was completely disrupted.
Black Zetsu could finally no longer sit still.
"Xingye," Black Zetsu's voice drifted from behind the White Zetsu army, "to think you are capable of using the ultimate technique of the Rinnegan."
"It seems you are indeed stronger than I imagined."
Xingye looked toward Black Zetsu and said indifferently, "Black Zetsu, half of your White Zetsu army has already been wiped out."
"If this continues, you will lose everything."
Black Zetsu sneered, "Lose everything? Impossible."
"You cannot comprehend the power of the White Zetsu."
"Even if you destroy 10,000 of them, I have plenty more."
Xingye replied, "Is that so? Then let's put that to the test."
Xingye activated Shinra Tensei once more, a massive repulsive force sweeping across the White Zetsu army.
Hundreds more White Zetsu were obliterated.
However, Black Zetsu was prepared this time.
The White Zetsu army scattered, evading the attack of the Shinra Tensei.
Simultaneously, the White Zetsu began to surround the Allied Forces from all directions, forming a perimeter.
"Xingye," Black Zetsu sneered, "though your Rinnegan is powerful, the number of my White Zetsu far exceeds your imagination."
"Today, you will all die here."
Xingye said calmly, "Is that so? Then let's put that to the test."
Xingye placed his hand on the ground and activated his Perception ninjutsu.
"Black Zetsu, you are behind the White Zetsu army, aren't you?"
"Let me find your exact position."
The Byakugan scanned 360 degrees, locking onto Black Zetsu's chakra.
Black Zetsu's position was approximately two kilometers behind the White Zetsu army.
"Found you." A cold glint flashed in Xingye's eyes.
Xingye turned to Raikage and said, "Raikage, continue to defend and hold off the White Zetsu army."
"I am going to deal with Black Zetsu."
Raikage nodded, "Understood, leave it to me."
"However, be careful; Black Zetsu's strength is formidable."
Xingye replied, "Rest assured, I know my limits."
Xingye's figure vanished from the spot, teleporting toward Black Zetsu's direction.
Xingye vs Black Zetsu
Xingye appeared before Black Zetsu, his Rinnegan slowly activating.
"Black Zetsu," Xingye said, "your end has arrived."
Black Zetsu sneered, "Xingye, do you truly believe you can defeat me?"
"I am the will of Kaguya Otsutsuki, possessing all of Kaguya's power."
Xingye replied, "Kaguya's power is indeed formidable, but you are not Kaguya."
"You are merely Kaguya's will, and your power is far inferior to the true Kaguya."
Black Zetsu flew into a rage, "Silence!"
"I will prove that my power is second to none!"
Black Zetsu's figure suddenly vanished, reappearing behind Xingye.
Black Zetsu's palm condensed black chakra, thrusting directly at Xingye's back.
Xingye turned, activating the Rinnegan.
"Shinra Tensei!"
A massive repulsive force deflected Black Zetsu's attack.
Black Zetsu retreated a few steps, a flicker of surprise in his eyes.
"Xingye, your reaction speed is quite fast."
Xingye said, "Black Zetsu, your strength is indeed impressive."
"However, you have a fatal weakness."
Black Zetsu frowned, "A weakness? What weakness could you possibly claim I have?"
Xingye replied, "Your body is composed of the will of Kaguya Otsutsuki."
"Although you possess Kaguya's power, your body is not a physical entity."
"Light Style and Sealing Technique are the best means to restrain you."
Black Zetsu's expression shifted.
Xingye continued, "Furthermore, I have already mastered the chakra of Light Style."
"Black Zetsu, today, I will use Light Style to annihilate you."
Black Zetsu sneered, "Light Style? Do you think Light Style can destroy me?"
"My body is composed of the will of Kaguya; ordinary Light Style cannot destroy me at all."
Xingye said indifferently, "Ordinary Light Style indeed cannot."
"However, I am using an evolved version of Light Style."
Xingye formed hand seals, activating the ultimate technique of Light Style.
"Light Style: Brilliance Annihilation!"
A dazzling radiance erupted from Xingye, surging straight toward Black Zetsu.
Black Zetsu's pupils constricted, "This... what is this?"
The light enveloped Black Zetsu, and his body began to tremble.
"Ah--!" Black Zetsu let out a painful scream.
The power of Light Style began to erode Black Zetsu's body, and his black will gradually dissipated.
"Damn it... Xingye... you..." Black Zetsu gritted his teeth.
Xingye looked at Black Zetsu and said calmly, "Black Zetsu, your plan has failed."
"The Infinite Tsukuyomi will not be activated, and Kaguya will not be resurrected."
"Your end has arrived."
Black Zetsu sneered, "Xingye, do you think you can destroy me just like this?"
"Don't forget, I still have a backup plan."
Xingye frowned, "A backup plan? What other backup plan could you have?"
Black Zetsu suddenly burst into laughter.
"Xingye, did you think my White Zetsu army was only meant to attack you?"
"No, my true purpose was to divert your attention."
"Now, my real plan is about to begin."
Xingye's expression changed, "A real plan? What plan?"
Black Zetsu sneered, "Ten-Tails, resurrect."
Just then, the entire world began to shake.
The earth cracked, and the sky darkened.
A terrifying surge of chakra erupted from deep underground, shooting straight into the sky.
It was a massive monster, possessing ten tails, with a crimson body.
The Ten-Tails had been resurrected.
Xingye's expression changed drastically, "The Ten-Tails?!"
Black Zetsu laughed wildly, "Xingye, the Ten-Tails has been resurrected."
"With the power of the Ten-Tails, I will be able to resurrect Mother and activate the Infinite Tsukuyomi."
"The shinobi world will ultimately fall into my hands."
Xingye gritted his teeth, "Black Zetsu, you..."
Black Zetsu sneered, "Xingye, although your Rinnegan is powerful, the power of the Ten-Tails far exceeds your imagination."
"Now that the Ten-Tails has been resurrected, do you still have any chance of winning?"
Xingye took a deep breath, forcing himself to calm down.
"Black Zetsu, the Ten-Tails is indeed powerful."
"However, I have the strength of the entire Shinobi Allied Forces."
"Today, I will have the Ten-Tails sealed once again."
Black Zetsu sneered, "Then let's see you try."
"Xingye, I will make you understand that the power of the Otsutsuki is not something you can contend with."
The Ten-Tails let out a roar, and its terrifying chakra spread in all directions.
The front lines of the Shinobi Allied Forces were struck, and hundreds of ninjas were sent flying.
"Not good!" Raikage shouted, "The Ten-Tails' attack is too strong!"
Xingye turned toward the Shinobi Allied Forces and shouted, "Everyone, the Ten-Tails has been resurrected."
"This is the greatest threat to the shinobi world."
"However, as long as we stand united, we will certainly be able to seal the Ten-Tails!"
The morale of the Allied Forces had been severely crippled, but upon hearing the words of Xingye, they rallied once more.
"Seal the Ten-Tails! Seal the Ten-Tails! Seal the Ten-Tails!"
Xingye watched the high-spirited Allied Forces, a glimmer of gratification flashing in his eyes.
"Black Zetsu," Xingye said, "Though the Ten-Tails is powerful, you have an army of tens of thousands."
"Today, I will have the Ten-Tails sealed once again and make you pay the price."
Black Zetsu sneered: "Then let's see you try."
"Xingye, the power of the Ten-Tails far exceeds your imagination."
Xingye did not speak further, turning instead toward the Ten-Tails.
The Rinnegan slowly opened, and the Six Paths Sage Technique enveloped his entire body.
"Ten-Tails," Xingye said, "today, I shall seal you once again."
The battle continued.
The Ten-Tails launched an attack, a Tailed Beast Bomb hurtling straight toward the Allied Forces.
"Tengai Shinsei!" Xingye activated Tengai Shinsei, and a meteorite descended from the heavens.
BOOM!
The Tailed Beast Bomb collided with the meteorite, triggering a violent explosion.
The Allied Forces were hit by the shockwave, and hundreds of ninja were sent flying.
"Damn it," Raikage cursed, "the Ten-Tails' attack is too strong."
Xingye said: "Don't panic, I will keep the Ten-Tails occupied."
"Everyone, take this opportunity to attack the Ten-Tails' weak point."
The Allied Forces nodded and began their assault.
Various ninjutsu surged toward the Ten-Tails, but its body was simply too resilient, and the effects of the attacks were limited.
Xingye took a deep breath and activated the ultimate technique of the Rinnegan.
"Chibaku Tensei!"
Massive rocks descended from the sky, pressing down upon the Ten-Tails.
The Ten-Tails countered with a Tailed Beast Bomb, shattering the rocks.
However, more rocks descended from the sky, forming a blockade.
The Ten-Tails was trapped within the rocks, unable to move for the moment.
"Everyone," Xingye shouted, "now is the time!"
"Attack the Ten-Tails with everything you've got!"
The Allied Forces seized the opportunity to launch their attacks, various ninjutsu raining down upon the Ten-Tails.
This time, the effectiveness of the attacks was clearly improved.
The Ten-Tails let out a roar of agony as its body began to sustain damage.
"Damn it," Black Zetsu cursed, "Xingye, you are actually capable of suppressing the Ten-Tails."
Xingye said indifferently: "Black Zetsu, although the Ten-Tails is powerful, it is not invincible."
"As long as one finds its weak point, sealing it is not difficult."
Black Zetsu sneered: "Weak point? What weak point could the Ten-Tails possibly have?"
Xingye said: "The weak point of the Ten-Tails is the Tailed Beasts."
"As long as the Tailed Beasts are separated from the Ten-Tails, it will lose its power."
Black Zetsu's expression shifted: "Xingye, you... you know about the Tailed Beasts?"
Xingye nodded: "Of course."
"The Tailed Beasts were once part of the Ten-Tails, later separated by the Sage of Six Paths."
"If the Tailed Beasts are reunited, the Ten-Tails will lose its power."
Black Zetsu sneered: "And so what?"
"The Tailed Beasts are all in the Five Great Shinobi Nations; you cannot possibly collect them all."
Xingye said indifferently: "Is that so? Then let's see."
Xingye activated the Summoning Technique, and all nine Tailed Beasts were summoned simultaneously.
One-Tail Shukaku, Two-Tails Matatabi, Three-Tails Isobu, Four-Tails Son Goku, Five-Tails Kokuo, Six-Tails Saiken, Seven-Tails Chomei, Eight-Tails Gyuki, and Nine-Tails Kurama—all nine Tailed Beasts appeared at once.
Black Zetsu's pupils constricted: "What? You are actually able to summon all nine Tailed Beasts at the same time?"
Xingye said: "I have subdued the nine Tailed Beasts, and they now all obey my command."
"Black Zetsu, the power of the Ten-Tails originates from the Tailed Beasts."
"Now, the Tailed Beasts have arrived, and the power of the Ten-Tails is on the verge of collapse."
The nine Tailed Beasts launched their attacks simultaneously, charging straight toward the Ten-Tails.
Tailed Beast Bomb, Tailed Beast Bomb, Tailed Beast Bomb...
Hundreds of Tailed Beast Bombs slammed into the Ten-Tails. BOOM!
The Ten-Tails suffered heavy damage, its body beginning to disintegrate.
"No—!" Black Zetsu let out a painful shriek.
"My Ten-Tails... my plan..."
Xingye watched the collapsing Ten-Tails and said indifferently, "Black Zetsu, your plan has failed."
"The Ten-Tails is about to collapse, and Kaguya Otsutsuki cannot be resurrected."
"Your end has arrived."
Just then, the system's notification sound rang out.
[System Notification: Successfully defeated the Ten-Tails] [Obtained Traits: Ten-Tails Chakra (Red), Tailed Beast Affinity (Red), Sealing Technique (Red)] [Unlocked Hidden Quest: Seal Kaguya Otsutsuki]
Xingye was overjoyed; Ten-Tails Chakra was a red-tier trait, worth a fortune.
"With Ten-Tails Chakra," Xingye muttered to himself, "my strength will reach the Six Paths level."
"Black Zetsu, you cannot escape."
The Ten-Tails collapsed completely, dissolving into the chakra of the nine Tailed Beasts and vanishing into the air.
Black Zetsu looked at the crumbling Ten-Tails, his eyes filled with despair.
"No... my plan... my mother..."
Xingye walked up to Black Zetsu and said coldly, "Black Zetsu, your Eye of the Moon Plan has failed completely."
"Kaguya Otsutsuki cannot be resurrected, and the Infinite Tsukuyomi cannot be activated."
"Today, your end has arrived."
Black Zetsu sneered, "Xingye, do you think you can destroy me just like this?"
"Don't forget, I still have a final trump card."
Xingye frowned, "A final trump card? What else could you possibly have?"
Black Zetsu suddenly burst into laughter.
"Xingye, did you think my only plan was the Eye of the Moon Plan?"
"No, I have another plan."
"If the Eye of the Moon Plan fails, I will resurrect Mother directly."
"Now, the time has come."
Black Zetsu's body began to glow, his black will gradually condensing.
"Mother," Black Zetsu said, "it is time to wake up."
At that moment, the entire world began to shake violently.
A terrifying surge of chakra erupted from Black Zetsu, shooting straight into the sky.
A massive vortex appeared in the heavens, and from within it came the voice of a woman.
"Black Zetsu... is that you?"
Xingye's expression changed drastically, "Kaguya Otsutsuki?"
Kaguya Otsutsuki had been resurrected.
[System Notification: Ultimate Boss has descended] [Target: Kaguya Otsutsuki] [Threat Level: Mythical]
Xingye's heart sank; Kaguya Otsutsuki was a mythical-level powerhouse, her strength far exceeding that of the Ten-Tails.
"Kaguya Otsutsuki," Xingye muttered to himself, "this is the true challenge."