Naruto: The Age of Ninja Swords Begins in Kumogakure

Chapter 268 Limited Tsukuyomi

Early the next morning, after returning home, Tamura Hiro bid farewell to Karura and his brother-in-law Yashamaru, and then went to the Raikage Building to use the altar there to perform the Heavenly Delivery Technique to directly descend upon Kikyoyama Castle.

"You're finally back."

When Ye Yue Ai saw her junior brother arrive, she couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

This period has been anything but easy.

"Didn't you give yourself away?"

Tamura Hiroshi opened the pot of braised beef that Karura had prepared and asked about Thor's clone.

Previously, when he returned to the Spirit Realm to cultivate in seclusion, he entrusted the Raijin clone to Raikage and a few others to control and act out a play. This was fine normally, but it would definitely be difficult to explain during a war.

"We need to leave someone here in the mountain city to keep watch, right? Besides, the previous attacks were just probing attacks, not the final battle."

After grabbing a large piece of braised beef from the bowl and taking a bite, Fauci said, "As long as it's not a major battle, everything is easy to arrange."

Moreover, their Hidden Cloud Village had invested heavily in the Four Villages Alliance, making them the strongest in terms of combat power, and the other three parties couldn't really say anything about it.

"You got promoted again, kid?"

At this moment, two burly figures walked in. They were the Third Raikage and the Raijin clone he controlled. The Third Raikage looked at his disciple and could clearly sense the changes in him.

Significant changes, clearly a major improvement.

"The improvement is significant; he has cultivated the body of an immortal."

Tamura Hiroshi did not hide anything and revealed that he had cultivated the body of an immortal.

"Like those beasts?"

All three became interested. They had studied the so-called immortal cells of the three holy lands and understood that they were the final form of the immortal mode.

Or rather, Sage Mode is just a temporary form of Sage, with many limitations, far inferior to a true Sage form.

"Almost, but it's the immortal body that belongs to us humans, which is different from those of beasts and is more perfect."

After a brief explanation, Tamura Hao took the Thor clone into the Origin Sphere space and allowed Black Zetsu to guide the power of the Ten-Tails for a deeper transformation.

As for the cultivation of the immortal body, it is very different from that of the three great toad immortals. The immortal bodies of the three are not perfect because they are not human. Even though the snake immortals of Dragon Cave can transform into human bodies, their essence cannot be changed.

Ultimately, the power of immortal arts originated from the lineage of human monks, and is a cultivation system based on the human body and ideology.

Although those alien beings can also absorb natural energy to cultivate and become stronger, their potential is not as good as that of a true immortal body, and they cannot build perfect immortal runes within their bodies.

Just like the Sage of Six Paths brothers back then, their strength exploded after obtaining the power of immortal techniques, far surpassing the cultivation of the three holy lands.

Because none of the three immortal bodies were perfect, Tamura Hiroshi had not tried to imitate them before. It was only after obtaining Minato Namikaze's eyes and glimpsing the secrets of the true immortal body that he began to cultivate and modify it.

Is it difficult?

The Third Raikage inquired, expressing a strong desire to train.

He will not hesitate in the slightest when it comes to pursuing strength. Although he has become very strong, it is no exaggeration to say that he is the number one ninja in the world today.

Even if Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha were to be resurrected, he was confident he could still put up a fight against them.

But after learning some of the secrets of the ninja world and understanding that there are always mountains beyond mountains and people beyond people, he needed to become stronger.

"It was extremely difficult. Even though it took me half a year to form, you can complete the initial modification by transplanting my body cells. It can be considered a semi-finished product."

Tamura Hao didn't mention the training method, as the requirements were too high. Even he found it very difficult to train, and he also relied on the power of the Ten-Tails to assist in his training, let alone the Raikage and others.

"Can't I do it either?"

Uchiha Hikaru walked in, followed by Uzumaki Kushina and Uzumaki Vanilla.

Whirlpool Vanilla immediately rushed into her owner's arms, nuzzling her cheek affectionately against his chest.

Kushina Uzumaki rushed towards the large bowl of braised beef. Although the food here wasn't bad, it was still inferior to Karura's.

Uchiha Hikari was more focused on the Sage Body she had just heard about. She knew that it was the ultimate form of Sage Mode training, and that once mastered, her strength would definitely increase even further.

"We're still far from it. The most crucial point is to cultivate the Yang attribute's nature transformation to its limit in order to use the Akimichi clan's multiplication technique to amplify the body's cells to the maximum extent. Only in this way can we construct immortal runes within the body."

There are many requirements for cultivation, one of which is Yang Escape. One must use the ultimate Yang Escape to perform the Akimichi clan's Multiplication Technique in order to construct immortal runes inside the cells.

Otherwise, given the original cell size, it would be impossible to construct it inside, or the requirements would be even higher.

In addition to these requirements, there are many other conditions. Moreover, Tamura Hao's Sage Body is based on chakra and is a chakra version of the Sage Body. It is different from the pure Sage Body, and even differs from the Sage Body modified by Namikaze Minato using the Sage Talisman. It is a kind of improved version.

"Huh, you've also cultivated purple lightning?"

Suddenly sensing something was wrong, Tamura Hao approached the girl to examine her closely and discovered three faint lightning bolt marks on her face.

One purple, one black, and one gold—these were precisely the Three Thunder Immortal Technique seals he had envisioned.

The Sage Art Seal is shaped like three tomoe, while the Three Thunder Sage Art Seal is three lightning bolt marks. This is a perfect Thunder Sage Mode that can fuse the powers of three different lightning techniques.

Unexpectedly, this girl not only mastered Purple Lightning, but also took this idea to the next level. She truly deserves to be a genius trained by the Uchiha clan as their ultimate weapon during the Warring States period.

"I'm just as good!"

Uchiha Hikari proudly raised her delicate chin. She hadn't relaxed her training during this time, and having fought Hatake Sakumo many times on the battlefield, she had gained a deep understanding of that purple lightning release, and then she transformed into it.

Of course, there was an element of luck involved in succeeding, and she wasn't confident she could succeed again.

"Guang's talent is second only to yours in the village."

The Third Raikage highly recognized Uchiha Hikaru's talent. In addition to his Uchiha bloodline, his comprehension was also top-notch, and he learned everything quickly.

Of course, there is still a big gap compared to his own monstrous disciple, who has reached an inhuman level.

"This is a serum injection made from my cells. It can modify your bodies to some extent. Remember to use it in conjunction with your magical powers for better results."

Tamura Hao took out a sealed scroll and unwrapped it, revealing an insulated box. Inside was the Sage's Serpent Serum that Tsunade had researched using her own flesh and blood. It would have a better fusion effect and further reduce its corrosiveness.

Without a second thought, Uchiha picked up a syringe, injected it into his arm, and let the serum inside flow through his veins throughout his body.

The erosion began quickly, and although the pain was much slower than the erosion of the original flesh and blood, it was still very uncomfortable.

Fortunately, Uchiha Hikaru had undergone the transformation of the evil god's ritual, so this pain was nothing to him, and his expression didn't even change much.

The second one, Vanilla Whirlpool, picked up a syringe and pierced her arm, then sat in her master's lap, enduring the pain of the transformation.

Following the Third Raikage, Yotsuki A and Fukai also took turns injecting themselves into their arms with a needle, silently enduring the serum's effects and using Sage Mode chakra to assist.

After finishing the large piece of braised beef, Kushina wiped her greasy hands on someone's clothes, which naturally resulted in a slapping motion.

Kushina Uzumaki no longer cared about this and picked up the last vial of serum to inject into her arm.

All three had stored a considerable amount of chakra within the Yin Seal or the Nine Yang Seal. Now, by fusing natural energy to form Sage Chakra to assist in the transformation, the transformation speed was increased several times over.

The transformation was completed after several hours. The group immediately felt the difference; their bodies were autonomously absorbing and nourishing natural energy, and the effect was several times stronger than that of simple magical energy.

Furthermore, the body's compatibility with Sage Chakra has increased significantly, and cell activity has also improved considerably.

"I can't even imagine how much your perfect immortal body could improve."

Sensing the changes within himself, the Third Raikage looked at his disciple with a sigh.

If even a half-finished product can improve so significantly, then the improvement of a perfect immortal body must be even greater.

"It's similar to the state when the dead gate was opened last time."

In the previous battle, Tamura Hao unleashed the Thirty-Six Swords Technique. In terms of sheer power, it was similar to the one he used when besieging the Otsutsuki Relic. However, in terms of energy control, it was far superior to the brutal power of the Death Gate Technique.

Therefore, he not only unleashed the Thirty-Six Blades, but also merged them with the Crescent Moon Sky Strike, transforming it into a ranged attack.

"Has it reached that level already?"

With his eyes wide open, the Third Raikage knew very well how powerful the burst of power this disciple had unleashed when he opened the Gate of Death during the last siege of the Otsutsuki Relic was; even he himself would have found it difficult to withstand.

Has that kind of explosive combat power become the norm now?

Uchiha Hikaru glanced at him sideways, and tightened his grip on the hilt of his sword.

She had also participated in that initial ambush and knew very well how fierce that shameless villain's outburst could be.

"Does the Eight Gates Formation still work for you now?"

Fukai asked curiously, explaining that the seven-day breathing method had stopped improving this student a long time ago. This was mainly because as the body improved, the oxygen content in the blood was constantly being developed, and the cardiopulmonary function was also further enhanced, allowing the student to maintain that level of activity.

It essentially fixes the seven-day breathing method, creating a passive approach.

Now that this student's strength has improved further, it remains to be seen whether the Death Gate of the Eight Gates Formation can bring further enhancement.

"There's still room for improvement, but only a small one."

Tamura Hao felt a little regretful about this, as he had lost another method for extremely high burst damage.

However, there's nothing that can be done about it; there's a limit to how much you can improve the Eight Gates Formation.

He even plans to solidify the Eight Gates Formation within his body after further adjustments and development of the Immortal Body.

This means permanently opening all eight gates of the Eight Gates Formation, similar to Shennong's in the original story, but even more perfect. Once you reach that point, your body's potential will be almost fully developed.

Unless it is a bloodline transformation brought about by bloodline fusion, it will be difficult to improve physical fitness through other means.

Fortunately, his current strength is already quite high, comparable to Naruto and Sasuke in Boruto.

Of course, it's still far inferior to Naruto's Particle Mode.

That's the power unleashed by burning the Nine-Tails as fuel. The Nine-Tails is much stronger than other tailed beasts, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that it's half the Ten-Tails. You can imagine the power it unleashes.

That's incomparable; we still need to play it safe and develop our strength cautiously for a while.

"You're almost beyond human limits!"

The Third Raikage remarked that he was extremely satisfied with this disciple.

"Should I also fuse with a bloodline limit that can enhance my physical combat abilities?"

Yoruzuki Ai suddenly asked a question, clearly envious of special bloodline limits like Swift Release.

The Swift Release bloodline limit itself is not considered powerful; it is only of average quality among many bloodline limits and is not well-known in the ninja world.

However, once combined with a powerful physique, it becomes quite terrifying. The junior brother's combination of Swift Escape with taijutsu and swordsmanship unleashed a power even stronger than his father's bloodline limit.

His own physique is not bad either. If he can obtain a bloodline limit that enhances his body type, his burst of power will definitely be impressive.

"Swiftness suits me well too."

Fukai had been focusing on Swift Release, and since his chakra possessed both wind and lightning properties, he had been constantly training in the corresponding nature transformations.

I've almost mastered Lightning Release, but I'm still a bit lacking in Wind Release, though it's only a matter of time.

It should be about time after this Ninja World War ends. Afterwards, you can go to Turtle Island and use the Real Waterfall to transform your swordsmanship and hone your sword intent.

At that time, their own strength will increase significantly, surpassing the Kage level and reaching the Super Kage level.

"Then we'll give it a try. There are many types of attribute fusion, far more than the current number of bloodline limits in the ninja world. With my fusion eye technique as a foundation, it's enough to create a new bloodline limit."

Tamura Hao supports this view, as ordinary bloodline limits do not provide much improvement for them; only those with enhancements can better bring out the advantages of their physical attributes.

For example, Swift Release and Steel Release, and Boil Release like the Five-Tails Jinchuriki also count.

They continued their conversation until late at night before the Third Raikage and the other two left. After taking a bath, Tamura Hao shared a bed with the three girls.

"Did Master sleep with Mikoto and Yoko last night?"

Sniffing the air, Whirlpool Vanilla suddenly asked a question.

"You must have been born in the Year of the Dog."

Tamura Hao couldn't help but complain, "I clearly took a shower and changed my clothes before going out, so how come I could still smell it?"

"You big bad guy!"

Kushina Uzumaki muttered a dissatisfied remark.

Uchiha Hikari didn't seem to care much about this; all she was thinking about was how to make her eyes evolve again.

Although I have never met Madara Uchiha, I can get a sense of his power from the relevant records. His eyes must be above the Mangekyou Sharingan.

Furthermore, Mikoto Uchiha and Chiri Uchiha have both mentioned that Madara Uchiha's eye pattern changed in the later stages of his life, becoming a fusion of straight and curved patterns, which is definitely not an ordinary Mangekyou Sharingan.

She could already sense the limits of the kaleidoscope, and her pupil power had been honed to its extreme. She could vaguely sense that boundary, but she just couldn't break through it.

Even with the bloodline assistance of Senju and Uzumaki, it's not enough, far from enough.

So how exactly can we break through this barrier?

How can the kaleidoscope achieve further breakthroughs?

After thinking for a long time without finding a clue, Uchiha Hikaru couldn't help but ask.

She knew that this shameless scoundrel was clever, especially when it came to cultivation, and that he also had a deep understanding of the Sharingan.

"How would I know?"

After a moment's hesitation, Tamura Hiroshi decisively said he didn't know.

How could I dare to upgrade your Sharingan if you're a rebellious Uchiha with a wicked mind?

In the next instant, Tamura Hiroshi felt himself being suppressed and pinned down, with a pair of blood-red eyes coming into view.

"You hesitated for a moment just now, you must have known that."

Staring intently into someone's eyes, Uchiha Hikaru was certain that this was a woman's intuition.

This shameless villain must know how to further evolve the Mangekyou Sharingan.

"I have no idea!"

"You know that!"

"I just don't know!"

"You just knew!"

"I definitely don't know!"

"You definitely know!"

"Who knows who's the puppy!"

"You're just a puppy!"

……

After a fierce struggle, Tamura Hao was defeated; in terms of persistence, he was no match for this crazy girl.

Most importantly, this crazy girl somehow learned the Iron Refining Hand technique and used it directly on his vital points. Although his Sea-Stabilizing Needle Iron was powerful, it still contained the word "iron," and was completely countered by the Iron Refining Hand technique.

"That's the Yin Escape Transformation Secret Technique that I painstakingly researched."

Tamura Hiroshi said that it was the result of his painstaking efforts, and how could he give it away so easily?

But no sooner had he finished speaking than he felt something soft land on his lips, leaving him stunned.

Kushina, who was watching the show from the side, was also stunned, and then puffed out her little face.

Hikari-neechan, have you betrayed us too?

"From now on, I am your woman."

After an awkward kiss, Uchiha Hikaru straightened up and announced his new identity.

She knew that this shameless scoundrel valued his family and was very generous to them.

For example, Gallo's progress has been very rapid during this period, which can be seen from the contents of their correspondence.

Although Garula did not participate in the war to hone her skills, her strength improved no less than mine.

I don't have any bargaining chips at this stage, so I can only use myself as an exchange.

Moreover, although this shameless villain is despicable, he is indeed an excellent man, so I won't lose out.

"I knew it, you've always been lusting after my good looks."

Tamura Hao, regaining his senses, looked as if he had known it all along, and then the next moment the blade of the Ame-no-Murakumo sword was pressed against his neck.

"I was wrong. I was the one who was lusting after Miss Hikari's beauty."

Tamura Hao decisively changed his tune, saying that a true man can bend and stretch, and that nothing is unchangeable.

"That secret technique was developed based on the Tsukuyomi illusion. It's somewhat dangerous, and you'll need to rely on your own willpower to get through it."

He explained the general details of that secret technique. Tamura Hao had previously studied Madara Uchiha's eye power and discovered the subtle differences within it. He then developed it based on the Tsukuyomi illusion, which theoretically could enhance eye power.

However, that requires cultivating the Mangekyou Sharingan to its limit, and currently only Uchiha Hikaru has reached that level; even Uchiha Chiri is still a little short.

Let's use Uchiha Hikaru to experiment with it. After all, it's only theoretical and hasn't been actually tested yet, so whether it will succeed is still unknown.

"I can do it!"

Uchiha Hikaru was very determined and confident that he would be able to break through and obtain even stronger eyes.

"Limited to monthly reading!"

Seeing Uchiha Hikaru's determination, Tamura Hao didn't say anything more. He communicated with Kaguya in the Origin Sphere and used the six-tomoe Rinnegan between her eyebrows as the basis to unleash a limited Tsukuyomi.

The Infinite Tsukuyomi requires the Rinnegan with nine tomoe as its foundation. They only have the Rinnegan with six tomoe, so the effect is much weaker, but it is still much stronger than the simple Mangekyou Tsukuyomi and no worse than the Limited Tsukuyomi created by Obito Uchiha.

(End of this chapter)