Three puppets landed beside Muzan. Under Sasori's control, they seemed almost alive.
As their controller, Sasori's control skills had reached an extraordinary level.
The puppets coordinated flawlessly.
"Clack!"
The humanoid puppet before him charged at Muzan. Every part of its body was a weapon, its frame was indestructible, and hidden weapons could emerge at any moment. Muzan had no desire to be poisoned during battle.
"Clang! Clang!"
The blade extended outward, widening into a shape like a forked branch held in one's hand.
The poisoned needles knocked away fell at Muzan's feet, releasing a faint scent as a circle of black, putrid mist formed around them.
Facing a taijutsu expert, Sasori had to be cautious. Of course, three puppets alone could never trap Muzan.
Even the toughest body developed cracks after repeated collisions. The foremost humanoid puppet was split in two by Muzan.
A mass of parts scattered across the ground. Its head shot into the air, and at the moment it was tossed skyward, it flew backward, its severed neck facing Muzan.
Poison needles poured down upon Muzan like a dense rainstorm.
"Earth Release! Earth-Style Wall!"
The earthen wall that rose between them blocked Sasori's attack. In just a few blinks, Muzan was already about to reach Sasori.
"Blood Demon Art! Black Blood Brambles!"
"Hiss, hiss—"
The brambles were like venomous snakes. In an instant, the puppets on both sides were torn to pieces by Muzan's power.
The attack did not slow. The rapidly growing brambles pierced through the puppet fragments and struck directly at Sasori behind them.
Heavenly Descent
"Not bad! But don't forget where we are!"
Sasori took out his proudest creation. A large three was written on the sealing scroll.
Muzan immediately retreated. Amid a burst of white smoke, a puppet appeared between them.
**"This is