In Konoha: Three choices at the start

His savage fighting spirit surged like a raging tidal wave, spreading wildly toward the chakra deep underground.

In a dark, damp underground cavern, green candle flames flickered.

Madara Uchiha, who had been teaching Obito Yin-Yang Release, sensed the towering fighting spirit descending from above.

His face expressionless, he lifted his head, his eyes as deep as black holes.

"I've been discovered? Is this a challenge?"

"That suits me perfectly. I'll take you back to the Pure Land with me. Then you'll no longer be a wild card in my plans!"

Madara Uchiha murmured to himself. His hunched body gradually straightened until he stood like an unmoving statue.

"Black and White Zetsu! Obito! I've taught you everything I can. The rest of the plan is up to you!"

"Obito! I'll go clear away the last unpredictable element for you!"

With a casual motion, Madara severed the three life-support tubes connecting his back to the Demonic Statue of the Outer Path!

A white glow gradually emerged from his body, illuminating the entire underground cavern.

As the white light flowed over him, Madara Uchiha regained his youthful appearance.

His red armor was riddled with scars, a testament to the era it had come from.

Disdain and aloof pride marked his handsome face!

On his back rested the Uchiha Clan's exclusive divine weapon, the Uchiha Gunbai!

"Nothing beats this young body!"

Feeling the vigorous blood and powerful strength coursing through him, Madara wore an intoxicated expression.

"Lord Madara! You'll die if you do this!" White Zetsu's usual goofy smile was nowhere to be seen.

"Don't forget our plan!" He cast an indifferent glance at the three behind him.

He raised his head, excitement and ferocity creeping across his face.

Hum!

An overwhelming aura of dominance shot skyward, its terrifying pressure almost tangible!

A battle