Naruto: Fusion of Multiverse Character Templates

Chapter 77 Sasaki Kojiro Template (First and Second Updates)

The occasion wasn't right, so Xia Mu didn't test the illusion collapse.

He bent down and picked up the Kurosawa, which had broken in two.

Taking advantage of the brief moment, he used projection magic, and chakra surged into Kurosawa's sword.

"The younger generation is truly formidable."

Mifune said slowly, "I want to thank you today for making me realize that my swordsmanship still needs improvement."

He became a general and samurai leader of the Iron Kingdom at a young age, so naturally he was proud and arrogant.

Even though the five great villages are far stronger than the Land of Iron, he still considers himself the best swordsman in the ninja world.

Xia Mu's appearance shattered his understanding.

He was indeed somewhat narrow-minded before.

"My swordsmanship is inferior to yours; I defeated you using ninjutsu."

After Natsuki learned about the material of Kurosawa, he handed it to Mifune.

"A loss is a loss. Swordsmanship and ninjutsu are no different; they both depend on your skill."

Mifune took the document from Kurosawa and spoke quite frankly.

Xia Mu nodded slightly.

No wonder Hanzo spared Mifune in the original work because he appreciated Mifune's spirit of sacrificing himself to protect his comrades.

In a sense, Hanzo in his youth also possessed the demeanor of a strongman.

But it's a different story when you get old.

"Today's battle was truly spectacular."

The daimyo of the Land of Iron stood up, smiled, and said, "You two have worked hard. The exchange meeting is now over. Go and rest."

"Yes, your name."

Mifune bowed slightly and said.

Seeing this, Tsunade felt somewhat relieved.

It seems that the daimyo of the Land of Iron and Mifune are both capable of taking a loss; no wonder it's the Land of Samurai.

The daimyo of the Land of Iron was the first to leave.

Mifune and the other samurai did not linger, but their eyes were all on Natsuki, as if they were reluctant to part with him.

Actually, they hadn't yet recovered from the shock of his defeat of Mifune.

"Natsuki!"

Nawaki exclaimed excitedly, "You've really become famous in the Land of Iron this time!"

"Mifune is the greatest samurai and the greatest swordsman in the Land of Iron."

Tsunade smiled and said, "You defeated him. In less than a day, your name will be known throughout the Land of Iron."

"He lost to me because he didn't understand my ninjutsu."

As Xia Mu spoke, he released the communication spell, allowing Yuan Jing to return to the ape clan's settlement.

"What was that flying ninjutsu you just used?"

Upon hearing this, Nawaki quickly asked, "Is this a ninjutsu you created?"

"Um.

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Xia Mu nodded and said, "It's a ninjutsu I modified based on Water Release: Hidden Mist Technique, called White Jet."

"Unfortunately, I don't have the talent to create my own ninjutsu."

Minato Namikaze said with great envy.

Natsuki had a sudden thought and remembered the Rasengan.

The Rasengan is powerful and doesn't require hand seals; he can use it even if he creates it.

He can give it a try when he has time.

However, creating the Rasengan requires extremely high chakra control.

After all, the Rasengan is known as the ultimate form of chakra transformation.

"What you've done isn't called ninjutsu modification, but rather a complete change of ninjutsu in its essence."

Tsunade said speechlessly, "The white jet doesn't seem to have much in common with Water Release: Hidden Mist Technique anymore; it's more like a bloodline limit."

"A bloodline limit? That's outrageous!"

Rope Tree's eyes widened as he asked.

Minato Namikaze and Nono Yakushi also showed surprised expressions.

Because they all know what a bloodline limit is.

Bloodline limit is not an ordinary ninjutsu; it is a new ninjutsu created by the fusion of two chakra nature transformations.

For example, Wood Release is Earth Release combined with Water Release.

For example, Ice Release is a combination of Wind Release and Water Release.

Of course, there is also a bloodline limit that relies on bloodline inheritance, such as the Sharingan and Byakugan.

Bloodline limits are often more powerful than ninjutsu that only involve chakra nature transformation.

But being powerful means being uncommon.

Among the five great villages, there are not many ninjas who possess bloodline limits.

However, apart from a few individuals with bloodline limits, most bloodline limit ninjas are very strong.

"The Ibri clan, who live in the Land of Fire, possess the ability to turn into smoke, but their ability is very unstable."

Tsunade shook her head and said, "They can't control their smoke transformation freely, and some even die because they can't reverse it."

Xia Mu raised an eyebrow, recalling the story of the Ibri clan.

In summary, it was a complete tragedy.

After Orochimaru defected, he went to the Ibri clan and helped them stabilize their ability to turn into smoke.

The Ibri clan thought they had found a savior, but in reality, they were all Orochimaru's experimental subjects.

Ultimately, they were wiped out by Orochimaru.

It must be said that Orochimaru's pursuit of immortality is truly inhuman.

Fortunately, Orochimaru hasn't turned evil yet.

"That doesn't even sound as good as the ninjutsu that Natsuki created himself."

Rope Tree commented.

"It's definitely not as good as it."

Tsunade paused for a moment, then said, "Their smoke transformation has a fatal weakness: they will die if they are blown by the wind."

"what?"

Rope Tree scratched his head and asked, "So what's the use of this ability to turn into smoke?"

"Because of their great flaws, the Ibri clan did not join Konoha Village, but instead hid in a windless cave to survive."

Tsunade explained.

As a ninja, extensive knowledge can bring a significant advantage.

After all, knowledge is intelligence.

She has now revealed information about the Ibri clan, so if Natsuki and Nawaki ever encounter them in the future, they can easily exploit their weaknesses to win.

"You all did a great job today, winning all three matches."

Tsunade changed the subject, saying, "It's about time, let's go back to our rooms."

Rope Tree and the others nodded and went back to their rooms.

After the door closed, Xia Mu reached out her hand.

Projection magic!

A katana exactly like Kurosawa's slowly appeared in the air.

Xia Mu grasped the replica of Kurosawa's sword and couldn't help but nod.

Because the system recognized Kurosawa as a famous ninja tool.

At this point, he only needs one more famous ninja tool projection to obtain the enhanced projection magic.

Xia Mu touched his chin.

Orochimaru had promised him that he would find him a grass sword.

Should we wait for him, or go find him ourselves?

But when he went to look for one himself, he couldn't think of a suitable target for the time being.

The Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist would be a good fit.

However, they are all in Kirigakure now, and given that Natsuki has a grudge against them, going to find them would be tantamount to walking into a trap.

Xia Mu suddenly thought of the Uchiha clan.

Unfortunately, Madara Uchiha took the Uchiha Fan, also known as the Flame Fan, with him when he left.

Although he knew that Madara Uchiha was not dead, the old Madara Uchiha was still Madara Uchiha.

It's estimated that no one in the entire ninja world, including Mito Uzumaki, could defeat him.

[You have awakened the Sasaki Kojiro template.]

A line of text that suddenly appeared startled Xia Mu from his thoughts.

Sasaki Kojiro—he was no stranger to this name.

In the Pokémon series, he is a member of Team Rocket.

Oops, wrong set.

Sasaki Kojiro was a renowned swordsman in Mikimoto. After studying the Chujo-ryu style of swordsmanship, he traveled to various places and founded the Ganryu school of swordsmanship.

But his most famous feat was his duel with Miyamoto Musashi, in which he was defeated and killed.

Compared to Sasaki Kojiro, Miyamoto Musashi was much more famous.

He created his own Niten Ichi-ryu swordsmanship style, also known as the Two-Sword Style.

Xia Mu seemed to be deep in thought.

His ability to awaken the Sasaki Kojiro template must be related to defeating Mifune.

I just don't know which work Sasaki Kojiro comes from.

After all, there are many works related to him.

As Natsuki pondered this, he looked at the new Sasaki Kojiro template he had obtained.

Name: Sasaki Kojiro.

[Period: Fifth Holy Grail War, Assassin class Servant.]

[World: Fate/stay night. 】

[Rank: A]

[Ability 1: Aura Concealment, unlocked.]

[Effect: Eliminates its presence, allowing it to blend into the environment and become difficult to detect.]

[Ability 2: Still Waters and Clear Mind, not yet unlocked.]

[Effect: Allows one to maintain a clear and tranquil mind at all times.]

[Unlock condition: No emotional fluctuations during six consecutive battles.]

[Ability 3: Zonghe's Insights, not yet unlocked.]

[Effect: Repeating the same sword technique on the target will prevent the attack from being easily anticipated.]

[Unlock condition: Master the six sword techniques of the ninja world.]

[Ability 4: Mind's Eye, not yet unlocked.]

[Effect: A sixth sense used in combat, a precognitive ability based on innate talent.]

[Unlock condition: Defeat a target whose swordsmanship is stronger than yours, excluding Mifune.]

[Ability 5: Swallow Return, not yet unlocked.]

[Effect: A deadly sword strike that simultaneously cleaves through the opposing opponents from three approaching blades, aiming directly for their head.]

[Unlock condition: Engage in a gatekeeper battle against a strong opponent of the same level.]

It turned out to be the gatekeeper.

In the Fifth Holy Grail War of Fate/stay night, he was summoned against the rules, so he could only guard Ryudouji Temple.

Moreover, the catalyst that summoned him was the gate of Ryudoji Temple, and since he couldn't leave the gate, he became the gatekeeper.

But that doesn't mean he's not strong.

Rated as an A-rank, he possesses roughly the strength of a Jonin in Naruto.

If we only consider swordsmanship, Xia Mu thinks he can be rated as S-class.

The template for Sasaki Kojiro is rather unique.

Because four out of his five abilities are essentially passive abilities.

Ability 1: Concealing one's aura.

As an Assassin-class Servant, also known as an assassin, Presence Concealment is an essential skill.

However, his aura concealment level is not high; it's more like a swordsman blending himself into the environment, thus reducing his presence.

However, it is still very useful for Xia Mu.

After all, ninjas often carry out infiltration missions.

Second ability: clear and still water.

When Xia Mu saw this ability, he was reminded of Ainz Ooal Gown's forced calmness.

In terms of effect, they are indeed very similar.

How so?

While it cannot directly enhance strength, it can help users better utilize their abilities.

In competition or combat, mindset has a significant impact.

If you can remain calm even when you're in dire straits, it's easier to turn the tide and win.

The conditions for unlocking it are not difficult.

Natsuki doesn't usually experience significant emotional fluctuations during battles.

The third ability, Zonghe's insights.

To be honest, this ability is a bit abnormal; it's like a conceptual ability.

There's a saying that goes, "The same move can't be used on a Saint twice."

The first time you see it, it's unknown, but the second time, it becomes known.

If we switch to the ninja world, the same principle applies: ninja warfare is essentially intelligence warfare.

Zonghe's insights are designed to allow users to repeatedly use the same swordsmanship without being easily detected.

Of course, to achieve this, the user must be thoroughly familiar with a wide range of sword techniques.

Therefore, its unlock condition is mastering the six sword techniques of the ninja world.

Natsuki currently only masters the Konoha-ryu swordsmanship, Uchiha-ryu swordsmanship, and Orochimaru-ryu swordsmanship.

The fourth ability is shrewdness.

Similar to Ability 3, it leans more towards conceptual abilities.

But the effect is equally powerful, like an enhanced version of intuition.

Ninjas, or rather humans, sometimes have inexplicable feelings; this is intuition, or the sixth sense.

With this newfound cunning, Xia Mu became much less likely to get injured in battle.

However, it has high requirements for unlocking; you must defeat a target whose swordsmanship is stronger than yours.

For the time being, Natsuki could only think of Sakumo Hatake, the White Fang of Konoha.

He probably can't beat him.

However, as he unlocks more and more abilities from his character template, he will eventually defeat Sakumo Hatake.

Mifune also counts.

However, he has already triggered the Sasaki Kojiro character template, so he can no longer help unlock abilities.

Ability 5: Swallow Return.

The Swallow Return was the signature move that made Sasaki Kojiro famous.

Its unlocking conditions were somewhat puzzling to Xia Mu.

What does "goalkeeper battle" mean?

Does he need to find a place like Ryudouji Temple to guard the gate, like Sasaki Kojiro did?

Xia Mu fell into deep thought.

The system's text is always WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get).

It seems there's no need to guard a gate like the one at Ryudong Temple.

Theoretically speaking, they could guard the gates of Konoha Village, or even extend the battle to the area in front of the gates.

Xia Mu yawned and stopped studying.

Since the character template has already been awakened, unlocking all abilities is only a matter of time, so there's no need to rush.

The following morning, Tsunade, representing Konoha Village, signed an alliance with the Daimyo of the Land of Iron, thus completing Natsuki and the others' mission.

The group did not linger any longer and returned to Konoha Village after signing the agreement.

"We won't be practicing today. You all go home and rest. I'm going to see the teacher."

After Tsunade finished speaking, she walked towards the Hokage Building.

"Do you want to rest?"

Nawaki revealed his plans, "I'm going to train with Grandma Mito."

"I'll go too."

Minato Namikaze said without hesitation.

His current strength is not comparable to that of Rope Tree and Natsuki, so he naturally dares not slack off.

Because if you slack off, the gap will widen even further.

For example, Natsuki's battle with Mifune made him realize this.

Xia Mu quietly developed a ninjutsu that allowed him to fly.

Theoretically speaking, if you can fly, maintaining a sufficient distance is enough to ensure you are invincible.

Because Minato Namikaze had no ninjutsu that could counter him.

Yakushi Nonou didn't speak, but just looked at Natsuki.

"You guys go first, we'll be there in a bit."

Xia Mu thought for a moment and then said.

If he doesn't go after returning to the village, Kushina Uzumaki will probably be unhappy because she won't see him.

"Alright then."

Rope Tree nodded and said, "You should come as soon as possible."

See you later.

Minato Namikaze didn't say anything more, and he and Nawaki turned and left.

"Let's go to the training ground."

Natsuki glanced at Yakushi Nonou and said.

He actually just wanted to test out the ability he had just acquired, and his fantasy collapsed.

"Um."

Although Yakushi Nonou didn't know what he was going to do, she still agreed.