Revitalizing the Uchiha clan starts with becoming a Kage.

Huang Tu and Jiang Si could also see through this point, but Konoha might be able to withstand the heavy casualties of 5,000 people, but Iwa would find it difficult to accept. This is the issue of the two great ninja villages' foundations. Perhaps Iwa could indeed take a gamble, and as they increased their stakes, Konoha would also take the initiative to back down a bit. However, the uncertainty of doing so was too high, and the risks involved were enough to make even a Kage as bold as Onoki hesitate.

Shikaku seized this opportunity.

I'll confront you head-on with absolute force.

Tsukikage Zentsubasa, along with another senior Jonin from the Akimichi clan, were appointed as commanders of the two flanks to lead the battle on both sides.

Shikaku himself accompanied Jiraiya, leading more than three thousand Konoha ninjas in a massive assault on the Wuyuan Mountain stronghold.

It was a rearguard action that both sides were fully aware of.

Unlike half a month ago when the Iwa ninja raided the Wuyuan Mountain stronghold and completely reversed the situation, this time the Konoha side has the advantage.

"Konoha's reaction was really fast!"

Standing on the highest point of the Wuyuan Mountain stronghold, Huang Tu gazed at the massive Konoha ninja army, which stretched out in a long, serpentine formation several miles away, surging like a tidal wave. A look of extreme solemnity appeared on Huang Tu's face.

Then, looking at Han in the seat next to him, he said, "Han-san, I'm counting on you for the first wave!"

"Okay, leave it to me!"

Han nodded heavily and responded in a deep voice.

As the two Jinchūriki of the Tailed Beasts in Iwagakure, Han and Roshi did not reach the same level of perfection as Yugito and Killer Bee in Kumogakure. However, their years of training have enabled them to unleash the power of the Five-Tails and Four-Tails to the fullest extent.

"boom!"

One man can defeat a thousand soldiers!

This is absolutely not a joke, but the true level of power that a Tailed Beast should have. Under Huang Tu's instructions, the moment the Konoha frontline ninja army appeared, an extremely thick, dark red Tailed Beast chakra cloak instantly spread across Han's body, enveloping him.

Five scarlet tails then emerged from behind.

"Snapped!"

The mark that immediately appeared.

"Boiling Escape—Steam Ocean!"

The words sounded like a roar.

"Boom!"

The massive shockwave that instantly evaporated from the ground spread rapidly, creating an intensely hot sensation.

"!?"

"this!?"

A terrifying vortex that had been gathering strength.

At the moment when the Konoha ninja army was advancing, a vortex suddenly appeared, expanding and contracting before bursting forth.

"Boom!"

"Shh!"

At the moment of explosion.

The moment Jiraiya, who was in the center, noticed the terrifying heatwave that suddenly spread out, his brows furrowed sharply.

"spread!"

Those were the words that were immediately shouted out in a loud voice.

But it was still a step behind.

"what!?"

"It's so hot!"

"hateful!"

"what!?"

"Well!?"

The Konoha ninjas at the forefront, especially the Jonin, could at least react quickly enough. They could either dodge or immediately use Earth Release techniques to elevate themselves and avoid the area covered by the technique. However, the Konoha ninjas below the Chunin level, especially those in the central area, were completely unable to make any effective reaction.

Even a Jonin would find it difficult to escape immediately if they were too close to the center of the technique.

The moment you get caught up in the spell.

One by one, their surfaces turned bright red, as if their outer skin had been carefully peeled off. Their fully ripe bodies seemed to have entered raging lava, and one after another, they let out mournful cries.

"hateful!"

"Water Release: Great Waterfall Technique!"

"Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet Technique!"

"Water Release: Water Explosion Technique!"

Some Konoha ninja planned to use Water Release techniques to disperse this 'steam heat wave'!

However, this is clearly the wrong choice.

"Humph!"

In response to the man above, Hannah was already shrouded in a dark red hue, his expression slightly crazed.

"burst!"

The words were spoken in a deep, resonant voice.

"Boom!"

Then came a series of deafening explosions!

"what!?"

"boom!"

"Bang!" Valley

The secondary damage inflicted further crippled the Konoha ninjas at the forefront. In less than a few seconds, this technique had already caused dozens, or even more, casualties.

"superior!"

It was at this opportune moment.

One after another, the figures of Iwa ninjas darted out.

Earth Release: Bursting Technique!

"Earth Release - Earth Collapse Technique!"

"Tudun!"

"Tudun!"

The earth-escape technique released in a concentrated burst in an instant is a powerful offensive technique that attempts to forcibly alter the geographical environment.

In the rear area.

Shikaku remained completely calm; this was an attack that was entirely expected.

"Proceed according to plan, and be sure to intercept and eliminate these Iwa ninja in layers!"

"Yes!"

Orders were issued in an orderly and methodical manner.

The Konoha ninjas on both flanks followed their initial orders, extending their battle lines and charging towards the Iwa ninja army on the opposite side.

"Lord Jiraiya, I'll take some men to hold off that commander from Iwagakure! I'll leave the Five-Tails Jinchuriki to you!"

as far as the eye can see.

You can see Huang Tu and Han immediately joining the battle.

The latter directly presented the complete combat form of the Five-Tails, using the unparalleled impact brought by its massive size to instantly crush the Konoha ninja army on the left!

Shikaku also made a decisive move, immediately following the strategy he had set before the battle, and split up to suppress the enemies in front of him.

"Yes, don't force it. Just delay him. I'll come to your aid as soon as I've dealt with the Five-Tails!"

Jiraiya nodded and said in a very serious tone.

"Yes, and please keep an eye on Uchiha Shoji at all times, as he may suddenly join the battle at any time!"

"Haha, don't worry, Shikaku-kun!"

Jiraiya laughed heartily, then leaped forward at lightning speed towards the location of the rampaging Five-Tails, Kokuou, not far away.

"Spiritual communication!"

On the road where we were speeding along.

Jiraiya also used a summoning technique that involved biting his own finger to release the energy.

"Peng!!"

As the enormous white mist that appeared out of nowhere dissipated...

A giant, purplish-red toad with a U-shaped black tattoo on its face, wielding a pot lid shield and a harpoon covered in thorns, suddenly appeared on the battlefield. Jiraiya stood on top of the toad's head.

"Ken, I'm afraid I'll have to trouble you again this time!"

This is Jiraiya's contracted summoning beast, one of the strongest toads in the Myoboku toad population—Gamaken!

"I'm clumsy, but I'll do my best to help you, Jiraiya!"

"Haha, then I'll leave it to you, Ken!"

Jiraiya laughed heartily, and then Gamaken's figure leaped out.

"boom!"

He charged towards the Five-Tailed King Mu, who was not far away.

The scene was incredibly chaotic, and the battlefield situation suddenly became extremely intense and exciting. Although Konoha had an absolute advantage in numbers, and Jiraiya was able to firmly suppress Han after he had fully transformed into a tailed beast, the presence of Yotsuchi was ultimately Iwagakure's greatest source of confidence. Even though they had great faith in their leader, Gouketsuki, Shikaku still dared not let Jiraiya face Yotsuchi and the Five-Tails Jinchuriki at the same time, and they also had to take into account the special existence of Uchiha Shoji.

Therefore, in the initial plan, Shikaku had considered all possible scenarios and made corresponding arrangements in advance.

What needs to be done now is to slowly squeeze the living space of these Iwa ninjas. Even if this requires paying a very heavy price, if it can severely damage these Iwa ninjas, or even leave behind important combat forces such as Huang Tu and Han, the high-ranking Iwa ninjas, then Shikaku believes that paying these prices is worthwhile!

A merciful general cannot command an army!