In the forest, Kakuzu was in the middle of speaking.
Beside him, the Lightning-nature Earth Grudge Fear mask suddenly opened its mouth.
Lightning Release: False Darkness!
A white bolt of lightning flashed out at incredible speed.
But Kabuto had anticipated it and leapt aside.
Kakuzu snorted coldly. The Wind-nature mask had already unleashed a ninjutsu along Kabuto's path of retreat!
Wind Release: Pressure Damage!
The power of the gale surged forth, and a massive blast of wind swept trees and sand alike toward Kabuto.
Kabuto crossed his hands before himself and landed in a somewhat bedraggled tumble.
Kakuzu did not move in for close combat. Seeing Yakushi Kabuto defend without attacking, an uneasy feeling suddenly rose in his heart.
Water Release: Water Cannon!
The Water-nature Earth Grudge Fear opened its mouth.
Boom! A massive stream of water condensed into the shape of a cannonball and blasted straight ahead.
He had clearly decided not to fight at close range.
A faint smile appeared at Yakushi Kabuto's lips. Heavy eyeshadow and markings instantly appeared on his face, while his eyes turned into vertical pupils.
A glow lit up in his hand.
In an instant, he slashed at the water cannon.
The water cannon was cut apart in one stroke, exploding into a spray of water.
Yakushi Kabuto stomped heavily on the ground!
An astonishing aura soared into the sky.
What was this?!
Kakuzu was startled!
Fire Release: Head Moulder!
The Fire-nature mask opened its mouth and instantly spewed out a vast sea of flames.
Yakushi Kabuto's speed surged. Though some flames grazed him, he had already run beyond the technique's range.
The burns on his body were healing at a visible rate.
Kakuzu's pupils contracted. Such powerful recovery!
Yakushi Kabuto rapidly formed hand seals.
Sage Art: Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet Jutsu!