The Iwagakure Ninja could already see the Konoha Ninja directly, but all that filled their view were the rock walls constantly being raised, the flashes of exploding Explosive Tags, and vast showers of earth and stone. Only by using reconnaissance Ninjutsu through other mediums could they see the Konoha Ninja steadily advancing their positions.
"God, when is this ever going to stop?" One of the Iwagakure Ninja had never heard explosions continue for so long. His ears were ringing, and he felt as though he was about to go deaf.
"Enough. You'd be better off resting than talking," the Iwagakure Ninja beside him said wearily.
So far, the Iwagakure Ninja had done little besides use Earth Release to build defensive barriers. They could not organize any counterattack at all. The moment they stepped outside the protection of the rock walls, they faced a relentless bombardment. Forget fighting back—simply surviving would be a blessing.
Some young Iwagakure Ninja, unaware of their own limits, believed they could solve the problem through their own abilities and left the defensive perimeter against orders. They were clever enough not to charge straight out, instead using Earth Release to travel underground. To be fair, their courage was commendable. Had they succeeded, they might have received commendations upon returning to the village, and their standing could have risen considerably. Unfortunately, the Hyuga Clan of Konoha Ninja Village could see those unusual traces of chakra straight through the ground.
Once those young lives had served as a warning to every Iwagakure Ninja, no one suggested going out again. Sneaking underground was indeed a clever approach, but unfortunately, the enemy could see their positions directly. Sending out a small force was suicide, while a large force would become a target. Even if sheer numbers could stop those special ninja