The Hidden Mist Blacksmith, forging the glory of the Ninja Sword Style!

Taking advantage of the troubles involving the Kaguya clan and the appearance of the Zanpakuto, Hozuki devised a plan to seize the Seven Ninja Swords.

Suspecting that the Third Mizukage might have known about the Hozuki clan's plans, he had no choice but to act prematurely.

Hozuki Kazuhiko had thought that the plan to seize the Seven Ninja Swords would run into problems.

Unexpectedly, the plan to seize the Seven Ninja Swords went surprisingly smoothly, with the Third Mizukage making no attempt to obstruct it.

However, the Hozuki clan did not develop in the direction they had envisioned after completing their plan to seize the Seven Ninja Swords.

The main reason is time.

The Hozuki clan lacked sufficient time to find suitable ninjas for the Seven Ninja Swords and allow them to demonstrate the power of the Seven Ninja Swords.

Hozuki Kazuhiko set high standards, not wanting the Seven Ninja Swords to be used by unsuitable ninjas.

If the conditions are relaxed, the effect will be even worse than the previous Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, and the Hozuki clan will become a joke.

But the new Zanpakuto appeared too quickly.

And coincidentally, Suigetsu Hozuki became the user of the new Zanpakuto.

This makes the Hozuki clan a laughing stock in another respect.

"What do you think?"

Ghost Light Kazuhiko asked.

The young man and the middle-aged man exchanged a glance.

"Clan Chief, we think we can appropriately lower the selection criteria for ninja sword users that you have set, so that at least one other person besides Mangetsu can control a ninja sword."

"A fully-fledged ninja."

"In that case, this ninja can go to the battlefield, make contributions, and demonstrate the power of the Seven Ninja Swords."

"In that case, there will be far fewer criticisms of our Hozuki clan in the village."

Upon hearing this, Hozuki Kazuhiko's expression softened somewhat.

"Our strategy is actually correct."

Hozuki Kazuhiko said, "By setting high standards and subjecting the clansmen to rigorous training, we can not only select the most suitable users for the ninja sword, but also improve the strength of the clansmen."

"The Seven Hozuki members selected will definitely be stronger than the previous Seven Kirigakure members."

"It will take a little longer, but it will be worth it."

"However, the appearance of the water dragon's possession has indeed had a great impact on our Hozuki clan."

"We still need to keep a long-term perspective."

"However, we also need to consider the short-term impact."

I will seriously consider your suggestion.

Hozuki Kazuhiko did not immediately agree.

A sword is acceptable to Hozuki Kazuhiko.

However, Hozuki Kazuhiko needs to think carefully about that sword.

This would demonstrate the power of the ninja sword without interfering with the Hozuki clan's own plans.

Hozuki Kazuhiko glanced in the distance toward the Forging Island.

"This blacksmith must have done it on purpose."

"It's not just targeting my Hozuki clan."

"Moreover, he also wants his Zanpakuto to surpass the reputation of the Seven Ninja Swords of Hozuki."

"To make my reputation surpass that of the great blacksmith of yesteryear."

"His heart is to be killed!"

"He has no respect for his predecessors whatsoever. Without that great blacksmith from back then, how could the Forging Island have any legacy? In fact, he relied on the techniques left behind by that great blacksmith."

"ungrateful."

"People like that will never have a good ending."

What Hozuki Kazuhiko didn't know was that Uehara Osamu's forging skills had little to do with that great blacksmith; they relied on the blacksmith system and the God's Hand.

And Uehara Osamu's own research.

Chakra Melting Technique, Breathing Forging Technique, and Forging Island are just names that have been passed down.

Uehara Shu developed the Chakra Melting Technique by relying on his mastery of forging techniques and the Fire Release he had learned.

The breathing technique is based on the breathing techniques from Demon Slayer.

The appearance of Uehara Osamu's Zanpakuto was entirely unrelated to the great blacksmith.

"You can discuss which ninja sword you would choose if you had to pick one?"

Upon hearing Hozuki Kazuhiko's words, the crowd immediately began to discuss among themselves.

"Samehada has its own personality, and a suitable person has not yet been found to use it. Forcing it to be used will make it inferior to ordinary ninja swords."

"A dull knife is only tough; it's basically impossible to achieve amazing results with it."

"The long sword is very difficult to use, and no one can use it well at the moment."

"The explosive knife is not that difficult to use, and the effect can be quite good. However, there is a problem with the explosive knife, which is that it is easy for people to think that it is all thanks to the explosive tags."

"The Broken Blade was originally used by Juzo Biwa, but after obtaining the Blue Rose Sword, Juzo Biwa voluntarily gave up the Broken Blade."

"A blood-sucking ability and the ability to self-repair are not particularly noticeable."

"Unless a better way to use it can be developed."

"When the Lightning Blade is used, the scene is very spectacular. If there is enough chakra, it can be used to unleash a lightning release of enormous scale and power. It can also be combined with water release."

At this point, some members of the Hozuki clan had already realized this.

Compared to Zanpakuto, the Seven Ninja Swords do seem to be weaker.

Kiriichimonji can create wounds that cannot be healed.

Make the other person bleed continuously.

The broken knife is only good for picking up the spilled blood.

The Blue Rose Sword granted Juzo Biwa the power of Ice Release.

The Thunder Blade simply grants the user the ability to use lightning.

One is a bloodline limit, and the other is a normal attribute ninjutsu.

Which one is higher and which one is lower can be known at a glance.

The possession of the Water Dragon directly elevated Suigetsu Hozuki's Water Release abilities to a whole new level, surpassing the Water Release ninjas of the Hozuki clan in the eyes of many.

This is something that the Hozuki clan is particularly unhappy about.

Hozuki Kazuhiko summarized it.

"So all things considered, the Explosive Blade and the Thunder Blade are more suitable."

"Comparatively speaking, choosing a less suitable user for the Explosion Blade would have less negative impact on our Hozuki clan than choosing a less suitable user for the Thunder Blade."

"After all, the Thunder Blade has a higher potential than the Explosive Blade."

Just at this time.

A figure rushed in at an extremely fast speed.

"Lord Patriarch."

"What's the matter?"

Hozuki Kazuhiko looked over.

"The ninjas at the front have brought back the tail of Manda that was severed by Suigetsu Fuguki's blood-stained sword. It's in the plaza of the central island, and they plan to make it into a monument."

"Many people are watching."

Immediately, the expressions of the Hozuki clan's high-ranking members, including Hozuki Kazuhiko, turned grim.

"What does Lord Mizukage mean?"

“Place the tails of the ten thousand snakes on the square and make them into a monument.”

"Is this going to fix this matter forever?"

"Then won't our Hozuki clan be mentioned forever?"

"Using this broken tail, are you going to make people keep gossiping about our Hozuki clan?"

Hozuki Kazuhiko remained silent for a while.

"Let's choose a user for the Thunder Blade."

"It seems that the Explosive Blade isn't enough now."

Chapter 116: Suppressing the Sky Full of Enemies (Instance Content)

As Uehara Osamu accepted the mission, a scene unfolded before the four of them.

A mountain.

An ugly creature.

Obese and short.

Bald.

Only three hairs stood upright in the center of the top of its head.

A short braid at the back of her head.

Its mouth is extremely large, and it is both pointed and long.

It has serrated teeth.

In the scene, the monster brutally kills a fox that can walk upright in human form, not only eating its flesh and blood but also skinning it and using its fur as a scarf.