Naruto: Fusion of Multiverse Character Templates

The Hokage's office.

"Natsuki's progress is really impressive."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded in agreement.

The sparring match between Natsuki and Uchiha Mikoto was a major event at the Ninja Academy, and he naturally watched the entire process with his crystal ball.

To be honest, when he first heard the news, he wasn't optimistic about Xia Mu.

The reason is similar to that of others: Uchiha Mikoto studied for four more years and was a genius of the Uchiha clan.

Even though Natsuki's teacher is Orochimaru, he still doesn't have any advantage.

Mikoto Uchiha also received instruction from Jonin within the Uchiha clan.

"Was that last Yin Release ninjutsu taught by Orochimaru?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi picked up his pipe and took a puff.

He was certain that the Unsystematic Magic: Illusionary Rush was not a known Yin Release ninjutsu.

However, Konoha Village has many similar Yin Release ninjutsu, such as the secret techniques of the Yamanaka clan.

Just then, he raised an eyebrow and turned to look at the window.

Why do you always go through the window?

Hiruzen Sarutobi asked with a hint of helplessness.

"It's faster to go through the window."

Jiraiya walked up to him, took out a scroll, and said, "This is the current situation in the Land of Rain."

Upon hearing this, Hiruzen Sarutobi opened the scroll with a serious expression.

There's a lot of content on the scroll, but it can be summarized into two points.

First, the conflict between Iwagakure and Sunagakure in the Land of Rain is gradually escalating.

Secondly, Amegakure is stirring up trouble, raising war supplies and seemingly preparing to join the war.

"Hanzo is indeed bold."

After reading it, Hiruzen Sarutobi said in a deep voice.

Since the establishment of the system of one village per country, the ninja world has been a competition between the five great countries and the five great villages.

As for the other small countries and villages, their main role is to serve as a buffer and to become the battlefield for the five major countries and five major villages.

There's no way around it; the gap in strength between them and the five major countries and five major villages is simply too great.

"Hanzo is a powerful and ambitious man. Now that he has seen an opportunity, he certainly won't miss it."

Jiraiya said slowly, "Especially his summoning beast, the salamander, is a natural war machine."

The most dangerous thing about the salamander is that it can release a large amount of poisonous mist.

Moreover, its poison remains unsolved to this day.

When it appears in war, it is a death warrant for the vast majority of ninjas.

"At present, this war has not yet affected Konoha."

Hiruzen Sarutobi tapped his pipe and said, "But the Land of Rain and the Land of Fire are adjacent. If it expands, it will be difficult for us to stay out of it."

"good."

Jiraiya agreed, saying, "Konoha must prepare as soon as possible."

"I'll have Xiaochun and the others handle this."

Hiruzen Sarutobi paused for a moment and said, "You've worked so hard for so long, so take a few days to rest."

"Um."

Jiraiya nodded and said.

"Now that you're back, let Minato continue learning from you."

Hiruzen Sarutobi joked, "You'd better work hard, otherwise Natsuki will steal all the limelight."

"What did he do now?"

Jiraiya asked curiously.

"He just defeated Uchiha Mikoto, a sixth-grader."

Hiruzen Sarutobi replied.

Jiraiya was taken aback.

Although he didn't know much about Mikoto Uchiha, he was aware of the strength of the Uchiha clan.

Jiraiya immediately felt a sense of urgency.

From childhood to adulthood, he has been competing with Orochimaru, but he always loses more often than he wins.

Hiruzen Sarutobi once commented on Orochimaru, saying that he was a talented young man, a genius who only appears once every few decades.

Jiraiya even felt jealous because of this, believing that Orochimaru was the only one in Hiruzen Sarutobi's heart.

Of course, I've become much more at ease with age.

However, the rivalry between Minato Namikaze and Natsuki reminded him of his past with Orochimaru.

In short, we can't let this dead snake be so arrogant.

"It's not just about defeating Uchiha Mikoto."

Hiruzen Sarutobi took out a blue healing potion and said, "If we really have to go to war, this might help us gain the upper hand."

"What is this?"

Jiraiya did not understand the question.

"The blue healing potion was invented by Xia Mu."

Hiruzen Sarutobi briefly explained the cause and effect.

"...?"

Jiraiya was stunned.

Is this guy seven years old?

Meanwhile, at Orochimaru's residence.

"Teacher, I defeated Uchiha Mikoto."

Xia Mu got straight to the point.

"Um."

Orochimaru nodded and said, "Your efforts over the past month have not been in vain."

"Teacher, haven't I been studying Yin Release all this time? Today I learned something new and created my own Yin Release ninjutsu."

Xia Mu refers to the non-system magic, Huan Chong.

"You've already created your own shadow magic?"

Orochimaru couldn't help but show a look of surprise.

"It's not a shadow magic technique."

Xia Mu shook his head and said, "I'll demonstrate it for you."

Shadow Space and Shadow Assassin are far superior to the non-system magic Illusionary Rush in both effect and learning difficulty.

His direct demonstration of the Shadow Space and Shadow Assassins would be too monstrous.

Besides, he hadn't unlocked Shadow Assassin.

Unsystematic Magic: Illusionary Rush!

Natsuki raised his hand and aimed it at Orochimaru.

Orochimaru stood there, feeling a sudden dizziness.

But he wasn't Uchiha Mikoto; he simply broke free from the systemless magic, Illusionary Strike, in an instant.

Orochimaru nodded slightly, the surprise on his face disappearing.

Unsystematic Magic: Illusionary Rush is essentially the most basic application of Yin Release ninjutsu, sending out a mental wave to impact the target.

Given Xia Mu's age, it's acceptable for him to create a systemless magic called Illusion Rush.

However, it was enough to make him feel surprised.

Perhaps Natsuki really could become the second Tobirama Senju.

On the other hand, he can also perfectly inherit his mantle.

"From now on, you will be my student."

Orochimaru spoke.

Xia Mu was startled.

Has he finally been promoted to a permanent position?

From today onwards, he can roam freely in Konoha Village.

Rope Tree smiled upon hearing this.

It's now confirmed that Xia Mu is his teammate.

The next afternoon.

Natsuki arrived at the entrance of Konoha Village at the agreed time.

Mikoto Uchiha was already waiting.

Xia Mu narrowed his eyes slightly.

Mikoto Uchiha didn't seem as calm as she did yesterday; she looked rather melancholy.

Could it be that the Uchiha clan was dissatisfied with her losing to him?

This kind of thing can indeed happen.

After all, the entire Uchiha clan is insane.

"Mikoto-senpai."

Xia Mu stepped forward and greeted him.

"Um."

Mikoto Uchiha nodded and said, "I'll take you to the Crow Clan; they live in the Forest of Death."

No wonder he was sent to the village entrance.

The trees surrounding Konoha Village belong to the Forest of Death.

After following her for a few minutes, Xia Mu arrived at the location of the crow clan.

He stopped and looked up, and saw a dense swarm of crows perched on the tree.

The scene looked somewhat eerie.

Uchiha Mikoto stepped forward and explained her purpose.

To Xia Mu's surprise, the crow clan readily agreed.

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained the Raven Feather.]

[When Black Feather Raven is summoned using ten different shadow spells, its flight speed increases by a fixed 30%.]

Xia Mu nodded in satisfaction.

The most important function of crows, these spiritual beasts, is to deliver information.

The increase in flight speed was just right.

Xia Mu did not take Black Feather away, leaving it in the Death Forest.

He can summon it when he needs it.

"Natsuki."

After hesitating for a long time, Uchiha Mikoto finally asked, "When are you free? I'd like to spar with you again."

"Mikoto-senpai, our strengths are evenly matched, and either of us could win or lose. A fight won't reveal anything."

Xia Mu thought for a moment and suggested, "Why don't we play three more matches, plus yesterday's? Maybe we can tie it."

With two wins and two losses for each side, and considering he was Orochimaru's student, the Uchiha clan would likely accept it.

As for him, he didn't care much about winning or losing; what he cared about was his system and character template.

Moreover, Mikoto Uchiha is skilled in both genjutsu and fire release techniques, which would be perfect for helping him unlock the Shippo template.

Mikoto Uchiha subconsciously raised her head.

Shock was evident in her eyes.

Xia Mu's hint was obvious, and she understood it immediately.

Did they not only realize her predicament, but also come up with a solution?

For a moment, her feelings were very complicated.