And just as the reanimated bodies appeared-
Countless figures suddenly surged out from every direction across the waters surrounding Ascension Island!
They wore all manner of disguises: wandering ninja, merchants, fishermen, and even seemingly ordinary travelers.
But now, they tore off their disguises, revealing Kumogakure's standard-issue flak jackets or combat uniforms beneath, their eyes sharp and chakra surging.
There were at least two thousand of them!
A small portion had infiltrated the waters of the Land of Whirlpools days or even weeks earlier under various identities, while the vast majority had been transported there by Obito using the Kamui Dimension!
They had gathered in secret, waiting only for this moment's command.
A cold gleam flashed in Obito's eyes. Without further hesitation, he waved his hand and ordered:
"All-out attack! Break through the barrier and push into the center of the island!"
"The target-the Two-Tails' jinchūriki!"
"Kill!!!"
Boom!!!
Over two thousand Kumogakure ninja unleashed their chakra at once, charging toward Ascension Island from every direction!
Under Obito's control, the twelve reanimated powerhouses also turned into twelve streaks of light, leading the assault on the island!
Meanwhile, inside Ascension Island.
In the Underground Laboratory.
Tagitsuhime abruptly opened her eyes, a cold gleam flashing through her serpentine pupils.
"They're here!"
She sprang up instantly and rushed out of the laboratory in a purple blur.
Almost simultaneously.
In the neighboring room, Uchiha Itachi also sensed the chakra fluctuations outside. His Mangekyō Sharingan activated instantly, and he followed close behind Tagitsuhime.
Mountain Lord, who lay in a corner of the laboratory like a small white hill, let out a low growl and rose, ferocity blazing in those amber tiger eyes.
Beside Mountain Lord, the lean, muscular Qingtian rose from a cross-legged position as well, baring sharp fangs in a grin, muscles bulging.
They had been