Ambush, surprise attack!

On the battlefield in the Wind Country, fierce winds howled like enraged beasts. Sand and dust blotted out the sun, as though the god of war were sounding a grim, thunderous prelude to the brutal conflict ahead.

As the Second Ninja World War erupted, nations were drawn into its maelstrom like sharks scenting blood.

The fragile peace shattered like glass. Dark clouds of war swiftly engulfed the entire Ninja World, their oppressive weight almost suffocating.

"Orochimaru, watch our surroundings." Kagami Uchiha's expression was grave, his gaze sharp enough to pierce the swirling sand. He kept his voice low, but every word carried a warning.

"Yes, Teacher." Orochimaru nodded. Despite his young face, he had a composure beyond his years. "Where should we set up camp with the main force?"

Kagami Uchiha narrowed his eyes and looked past the deciduous forest trembling in the gale, toward the battlefield hidden beyond the sand. "The border between the Wind Country and the Land of Fire lies at the far edge of that forest. We'll camp nearby. The terrain gives us a good vantage point to watch the enemy and cover our next move." He pointed toward the trees, barely visible through the dust.

"Keep up! Move faster, and don't fall behind!" Orochimaru called while keeping a wary eye on their rear. His voice carried through the howling wind, jolting the team into motion.

At his call, the team quickened their pace. Tension and resolve burned in their eyes as they hurried through the sandstorm. Dust rose beneath their feet, only to be swept away by the wind.

A strange rumble suddenly sounded behind them, as though some great beast were stirring beneath the sand. Orochimaru frowned and signaled the team to stop. "Prepare to fight. Something's coming!" he ordered in a low voice.