It's impossible to say that it's a perfect counter. As Kekkei Genkai formed by the fusion of two Chakra natures, if we're talking about achieving a counter effect at the same level, it would have to be the Lava Release possessed by the Four-Tails Jinchūriki, Roshi. That would be considered a counter.
Fire Style alone cannot completely counter Ice Release, but within a certain range, as long as there is enough Chakra and the power of the technique is great enough, it is not impossible to negate Ice Release, or even suppress it.
As for Water Release?
Isn't there still a Root who's skilled in Earth Release: Earth Release?
It's clear that the Root were fully prepared for this ambush. Who would deal with whom was all pre-arranged. Just from this point of view, their group was already in a precarious situation, not to mention the overwhelming numerical advantage the other side had.
Watching the two figures closing in from both sides once again.
Qi took a deep breath.
"Smack!"
He shifted his body backward.
The mark that was directly formed on one side.
Ice Release: Frost Path Jutsu!
Accompanied by the refined Chakra, his palms slammed together in a sudden strike.
Suddenly, a chilling white mist of frost appeared out of thin air. Under Qi's control, it spread rapidly, adhering to the ground and condensing into a layer of seemingly very thin ice crystals in a very short time.
But it refracts a beautiful halo.
And then there's that incredibly smooth feel.
At the moment it suddenly appeared.
The two Root members who were moving at high speed stumbled and almost fell to the side. They forcibly regained their balance and barely managed to keep their footing.
But it was also because of that momentary stumble.
A glaringly obvious gap.
Even if it was forced, Qi would never miss the chance to unleash the massive ice power. After his previous battle with the Cloud Ninja, Qi had gradually adapted to using this ice power.
This time, we can gather things together more freely!
A sense of grandeur surging forth.
"!?"
" Ice Release: Twin Dragon Blizzard Jutsu!"
The Hand Seals were completed in a very fast manner.
A sudden burst of icy storms from both ends, and a unique frost-covered snow dragon rising high!
A violent wave swept across the land.
"This is!?"
In less than a few seconds, a surrounding formation appeared, encircling the two Root who were enemies of Qi!
One blizzard after another raged on!
As his body began to sway uncontrollably, the air seemed to thin, and he felt a violent sense of suffocation.
The expressions of the two Root, hidden beneath their masks, became slightly stiff and ashen.
" Earth Release: Dome Jutsu!" The Root member, skilled in Earth Release techniques, attempted to use layers of earthen walls to block the blizzard.
But this was merely an Earth Release technique used by Chunin -level ninja.
There was absolutely no way to stop Qi's Ice Release Technique, which was already being used at full power.
The blizzard tornado, pressing down from both sides, easily shattered the earthen wall that was blocking it, and the blizzard surged powerfully toward its target location.
"Ah!?"
The Chunin Root, whose strength was clearly weaker, could no longer hold back and was directly swept into it. Layer upon layer of cold winds invaded and tore the Root Chunin apart, splattering blood everywhere!
At the same time, a shrill scream was heard.
This Root Chunin was also completely lifeless.
On the opposite side, the Root Jonin, with his faster footwork, had already gained a significant lead.
Fire Style: Dragon Flame Jutsu!
Then, risking being harmed by the reverse of the technique, he recklessly unleashed his Chakra, releasing the strongest Fire Style technique.
They forcefully bombarded the weak point of the combined attack from the two blizzard tornadoes that were coming from all around.
"Boom!"
"Bang!"
It barely managed to blast open a small gap, and with a sway of its body, it suddenly darted out!
But the standard attire of the Root was tattered, the mask was half broken, and the exposed skin was half charred black and half covered with white frost!
His breathing had weakened considerably; he looked utterly disheveled.
Fortunately, he managed to escape from the range of that terrifying Ice Release technique. The Root Jonin a sigh of relief, as he had never expected that such a terrifying Ice Release technique could be used so easily by Kei!
This is a complete reversal of the situation.
'Still want to...'
This Root Jonin took a deep breath, intending to readjust his strategy.
But it was in that very instant.
"Whoosh!"
In the right-hand position.
A figure flashed into view.
"Not good!"
A chilling aura wafted straight in.
As Qi's face came into view.
That gleaming Ice Blade!
It aimed straight at the vital spot and slashed down ruthlessly.
The Root Jonin's pupils suddenly contracted.
It was too late to dodge; the Root Jonin could only turn his head to avoid the fatal blow as much as possible.
"Pfft!"
The Ice Blade still pierced sharply into the shoulder blade of the Root Jonin, causing blood to splatter out.
Coupled with the intense pain and biting cold that followed.
"!?"
This Root member bit his lip tightly, trying to suppress a scream, but his expression had become incredibly ferocious and distorted.
"Snort!"
The two locked eyes.
Meeting the seemingly Jonin crimson eyes of the Root, Qi smiled coldly, his arm twisting forcefully.
The cold blade was pulled horizontally.
"Ah!?"
The second severe blow intensified the pain, making it unbearable this time, causing the Jonin Root to let out an extremely violent scream.
The Chakra that had just been refined dissipated before it could even launch a counterattack.
Qi intended to seize this opportunity to kill the Root Jonin, but at that very moment...
" Lightning Release: Lightning Strike Jutsu!"
A deep shout came from a distance.
Above the sky, an incredibly thick bolt of lightning appeared out of nowhere, precisely targeting its target and striking with tremendous force!
If Qi were to attempt to kill this Root Jonin, he would inevitably be struck by this Lightning Release technique.
You won't die, but there's absolutely no need to get hurt over it.
After all, he had already severely injured the Root Jonin the other side.
This is a decision that can be made without any hesitation, not even for a second.
"Burst!"
As Qi released his right hand and stepped back, he also detonated the Ice Blade.