The scene returned to the battlefield inside Konoha.
Crack!
Susanoo's greatsword sliced through the air, smashing the giant bird Sai rode into a splatter of ink!
Sai fell from the sky.
Kakashi Hatake swiftly formed hand seals.
-Earth Release: Mud Method!
Gurgle, gurgle... the earth softened into liquid, and Sai landed unharmed!
Kakashi's expression darkened. "That strike was clearly meant to kill Sai. You really aren't holding anything back. Then there's nothing left to say, Sasuke...!"
"You're next, Kakashi!"
Sasuke's expression was icy as another greatsword formed in Susanoo's hand.
Whoosh!
At that moment, dozens of Nara Clan members led by Shikamaru cast their technique together.
-Ninja Art: Naraka Shadow Bind!
Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!
Dozens of shadows shot forward at high speed, joining Susanoo's shadow...!
Snap! Susanoo's sword arm stopped mid-lift!
Sasuke frowned. "A bunch of pathetic clowns!"
Dad and the others aren't here. With our strength, we can't hold that thing for long...
After assessing the situation, Shikamaru said calmly, "Everyone, combine your ranged ninjutsu attacks. Whatever you do, don't get close!"
Boom, boom, boom, boom...!
The ninja skilled in ranged attacks struck together. Earth Release, Water Release, Fire Release, Wind Release, Lightning Release... all intertwined! The thunder of impacts was relentless!
Rumble... as the chaos subsided and earth and rubble fell away, Susanoo remained standing, its armor completely unscathed!
"Our attacks did nothing!?"
"What the hell is that thing...!"
"That defense is terrifying!"
Shikamaru had never seen Susanoo before, and the sight startled him. But he kept his composure and watched closely.
"A solid giant formed from chakra, protecting Sasuke and his accomplices inside. But if you look closely, their feet are all on the ground. Maybe this will work..."
Shikamaru changed his hand seal.
Whoosh!
The shadow behind Susanoo changed shape, quietly slipping inside and stretching toward