Gathering Clouds, Master Swordsmith
While Konoha was preparing for war, Kumogakure of Land of Lightning, had already launched a war.
The Third Shinobi World War was initiated by the Kumogakure.
In the meeting room of Kumogakure, the burly Third Raikage, upon learning of the Third Kazekage's disappearance and the current state of chaos and leaderlessness in Sunagakure, summoned all the high-ranking officials of Kumogakure.
"Bang."
A large, rough-skinned black hand slammed onto the table, successfully Third Raikage everyone's attention.
"Now that the Third Kazekage of Sunagakure has disappeared, this is the opportunity that Kumogakure has been waiting for. It's time to let people know how powerful Kumogakure is."
It has always been hailed as the number one ninja village in the Shinobi World.
As for who came in second place?
Need I say more?
The Kumogakure was extremely unhappy with its reputation as the "perennial runner-up" and was constantly thinking about how to replace Konoha.
Since the end of the Second Shinobi World War, Kumogakure has been strengthening its military power in order to dethrone Konoha from its position as the number one ninja village.
To achieve this, war would be necessary.
The Shinobi World has been in turmoil in recent years, which is exactly what Kumogakure) wanted to see. However, under the leadership of the Third Raikage, instead of stopping it, they have been secretly fueling the unrest, making the situation even more tense.
Now, the opportunity has arrived.
"Yes, Lord Third."
The group of warmongering Yunren responded in unison with a deafening roar.
This was a day they had been waiting for for so long.
"Then prepare to use Cloud Hands on Sunagakure to completely ignite the Third Shinobi World War."
"We Kumogakure, will fire the first shot."
Under the orders of the Third Raikage, Kumogakure is making tense preparations for a surprise attack on Sunagakure.
The Iwagakure of the Land of Earth and the Kirigakure of the Land of Water, both two of the Five Great Shinobi Villages, held a meeting within their respective villages regarding this matter.
Ultimately Iwagakure decided to reinforce its borders and wait for the right opportunity, while Kirigakure, located far overseas, sent its elite ninjas inland to gather intelligence and prepare for war.
The situation in the entire Shinobi World is changing with the decisions made by the Five Great Shinobi Villages.
The turmoil has resurfaced and intensified.
The impending war seemed to hang like a dark cloud over everyone's heads.
In the past few days, Miya, who has been staying in the Takumigakure, has also found a sword-making master he thinks is suitable, the former Craftsman Ninja Watarito.
Born during the Warring States period, Watarito was only a dimwit in terms of ninja skills, and after wasting half his life, he only managed to become a Chunin.
However, because of his exceptional skill in sword forging, before his retirement, Takumigakure) bestowed upon him the title of Special Jōnin.
After retiring, Watarito opened a sword-making shop in Takumigakure. After more than ten years of dedicated research in sword-making, Watarito, who was over 60 years old, was hailed as Master Watarito by the younger generation of ninjas in Takumigakure as a sign of respect.
After walking along the street and asking around, Miya finally found the ninja tool shop run by Watarito.
"The Gyohei Ninja Tool Shop, this is the place."
Standing outside the door, watching people constantly coming and going from the ninja tool shop, Miya's face revealed a wicked smile.
Stepping into the store, Miya glanced around at the other customers.
Upon seeing Gozu wearing Konoha Ninja Forehead Protector and standing there with a beaming smile, an employee immediately approached him and politely inquired:
"Sir, what do you need?"
Miya glanced at him and asked:
Is your supervisor here?