The Avengers of the Uzumaki Family

Shibuki fully foresaw that once this barrier was successfully set up, the village's cohesion would definitely reach a new level, and as the leader, he would further gain the support and respect of his subordinate ninjas and ordinary people.

A leader who can make the village stronger and safer is a leader worth following.

"Yes, it might take a little longer, since our village doesn't seem to have many professional barrier-type ninjas."

Mianma nodded slightly, and then used rather tactful language to simply point out a key issue.

Unlike ordinary combat-type ninjas.

Ninjas with special skills in medicine, sensory perception, and barriers are considered extremely valuable talents, even in the Five Great Ninja Villages.

It should even be said that apart from Konoha Village, which has a very complete talent pool, the other four major ninja villages, especially Sunagakure Village, which is a poor village, only have the most basic level of talent.

Not to mention Takigakure Village.

Talented individuals specializing in barrier-type abilities?

Sorry, there is currently no one in Takigakure Village.

It would take at least several months to train a group of barrier classes that are at least barely qualified.

Of course, this time the intention is relatively simple, which is purely for the purpose of setting up this specific perception barrier. The time required can be shortened even further, and it is not really to cultivate a ninja who is good at using barrier types.

Furthermore, some assigned tasks can be broken down and assigned to different people.

Even so.

It would take at least two or three months to even get the basics down.

In addition, Menma himself needs more time to figure things out. To put it bluntly, he is only a half-baked expert at the moment.

"That's inevitable!"

Shibuki nodded in understanding.

Shibuki knew better than anyone what kind of situation his own ninja village was in. He knew that setting up a super-large sensory barrier was definitely not something one person could do alone, and his own ninja village didn't have that kind of talent.

Right now, we can only rely on Menma alone.

Shibuki, of course, understood that this was not something that could be accomplished overnight.

"We'll draw personnel from the existing garrison. As for how many we need, Yifang-kun, you can discuss it with Ajun-san. If there are suitable personnel from other departments, we can also transfer them over. As for funding, we'll go directly through the garrison's approval process. As for the purchase of equipment, Yifang-kun, you can just make a list of what's needed, and then the village's purchasing personnel can handle the procurement!"

Sheki continued.

"Well, we don't need too many people. We only need twelve locations, and four people will be in charge of each location in shifts. As for the equipment, you don't need to worry about it, I can get it from other channels, because these instruments are also difficult to obtain from the general market."

Mianma smiled and nodded.

Money and equipment are not problems at all. The wealth he obtained from that fat sheep, Gato, is enough for Menma to squander for a while. Orochimaru can provide Menma with the most precise and advanced equipment. Menma can easily solve these problems. What he wants is a legitimate opportunity to intervene in the internal affairs of Takigakure and to truly gain a group of subordinates.

The more you contribute, the more you can demonstrate your presence!

Shibuki was taken aback at first, and then immediately thought of Orochimaru. Since Menma hadn't hidden his identity from Shibuki, he had told Shibuki all sorts of unimportant things, including his alliance with Orochimaru.

It's still a special alliance with Onoki.

Everyone knows a little bit about Musagi, more or less.

This was also to strengthen Shibuki's confidence in himself.

After all, these are all heavyweight figures.

When Menma said that, Shibuki naturally thought of Orochimaru. As a famous figure in the ninja world, even if Shibuki didn't know much about Orochimaru, he would never doubt Orochimaru's abilities and connections.

Therefore, he slowly nodded and said, "Yes, it is indeed most reasonable for Yifang-san to handle this matter. However, the necessary expenditures should still be handled by the village's finances. This is different from before. It is not for your personal use, Yifang-san, but for the defense of the village. Public and private matters should be kept separate."

Listening to what Shibuki said.

Ah Jun had no doubts whatsoever.

However, unlike Shibuki, who was familiar with some of Menma's background, Jun simply thought that Menma had a background from the Land of Fire, but that was still a possibility.

With the official backing of the Land of Fire, acquiring some high-precision instruments is indeed not a major problem.

However, this also leads to a problem.

That is, A-Jun is very worried that his own ninja village might be getting closer and closer to the Land of Fire's government, which could cause problems in Konoha.

'I still need to find some time to advise Lord Shibuki; Takigakure shouldn't get involved in the conflicts between major powers!'

Ah Jun thought to himself.

However, this soon-to-be high-ranking Jonin of Takigakure was unaware that from the moment Menma joined Takigakure, he was destined to be drawn into the biggest vortex of conflict among several major ninja villages, or even the entire ninja world.

The last surviving son of the Fourth Hokage, the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, and a rogue ninja from Konoha!

This is definitely a case of the world focusing on noodles.

Menma was naturally unaware of what A-Jun was thinking, and even if she did, she wouldn't care. At most, in another year or two, this soon-to-be high-ranking member of Takigakure would also know his identity.

To truly integrate, one must rely on their own true identity!

With the Eight Trigrams Seal broken, Menma only needs to further improve his physical strength, perfectly adapt to the Nine-Tails' chakra, and learn the Flying Thunder God Technique to be able to deal with any enemy in the world!

Even Nagato is not to be feared!

We'll have to go to the Pure Land to find someone who can deal with him!

With such strength, Menma can openly and legitimately carry out his actions!

Strengthen yourself in the shortest time, and strengthen Takigakure Village in the shortest time!

Then go and fight your enemies!

The resolution was reached.

Under Shibuki's orders and in accordance with Menma's requirements, A-Jun transferred a total of eighty Takigakure ninja from the garrison and other departments to serve under Menma. Although these Takigakure ninja were different from one another, including genin and chunin, they all had one thing in common: their chakra control ability was among the best in the village.

This is also the most basic requirement.

Although sealing techniques and barrier techniques do not have the almost abnormal requirements for chakra control as medical ninjutsu, they still require a higher level of chakra control compared to ordinary techniques.

If one's chakra control is so poor that it doesn't even meet the passing grade...

Mastering the art of creating barriers is like trying to see flowers in water or the moon in a mirror.

The reason for drawing so many people out is to facilitate the selection process and to potentially retain some as a reserve force.

It is worth mentioning that.

Among this group, Menma used chakra control and learning ability as excuses to require all of them to be young people around 20 years old. The reason for doing so was simple: Menma wanted to cultivate his own confidants, so he had to start with young people. The old hands would not easily submit to a young person, especially an outsider who had just joined the village.

Of course, this is not to say that young people are really easy to fool.

Instead, they are relatively easier to be influenced and convinced.

Moreover, the younger the person, the more ambitious they are.

Unlike those older folks who are more stubborn about the status quo, or to be more precise, who have lost their former ambition.

If Menma wants to control Takigakure and even lead it to the pinnacle of the ninja world, then this group of young people is the most important foundation!

After the personnel were assembled.

Menma then held the first barrier course directly in his own private open space!

In terms of actual practical skills, Mianma might still be a bit lacking.

But in terms of theoretical knowledge, Menma is now a whiz. The special 'legacy' he inherited from Minato is enough for Menma to easily engage in theoretical discussions!

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 230 Gradual Changes

"Therefore, the most important aspect of the construction and arrangement of the barrier is the stable output of chakra. This is the foundation and the most important thing."

"Therefore, chakra control is of paramount importance. In the initial training that follows, we will try our best to strengthen everyone's chakra control. This is a necessary process, and those who do not meet the requirements will be directly eliminated."

"Next, everyone should familiarize themselves with these contents as soon as possible, and then we will proceed directly to the actual operation."

"And also..."

Menma looked at the dozens of Takigakure ninja gathered in front of him and meticulously taught them the most basic part of the barrier technique. He wanted them to understand the basic meaning of the barrier technique and some basic setup methods. Only after they understood what the barrier itself was could they proceed to the next step.

The same applies to personnel selection.

It doesn't mean that personnel screening should be carried out from the very beginning.

They don't even understand the most basic meaning and methods of creating barriers, so how can they be expected to select the best ones?

The vast majority of the Takigakure ninja who had been transferred over listened very attentively. As mentioned before, these young people still had their own ambitions. Unlike a group of veteran Takigakure ninja who were content with the status quo, the young Takigakure ninja were mostly full of vigor and they hoped to see their village become stronger and stronger.

Not only can they return to their former peak, but ideally they could even catch up with the five great ninja villages.

Five Kage!?

Do not!

In other ninja villages, young people with even a little ambition and aspirations all hope to see their village's leader also be called a Kage!

Of course, this isn't just some self-amusing joke by the guys from Hoshigakure (Hidden Star Village) calling themselves "Hidden Star Shadow." It's a genuine declaration that our village's strength is comparable to the Five Great Nations, making us the sixth greatest ninja village and the sixth Kage, recognized by all nations and villages in the ninja world!

Therefore, any decision or action that can enhance the strength of the ninja village is acceptable.

Most young ninjas would admire it and work hard for it.

Menma's suggestion to set up a large-scale sensory barrier covering the entire area of ​​the ninja village is one of the direct means to enhance the power of the ninja village.

Another point is that this is a new technique and new knowledge that Takigakure has never had before!

Young people with aspirations for the future will certainly be more interested.

Of course, not all of them were willing to learn about barriers. Menma noticed this and understood why. Some young people wanted to learn more and stronger ninjutsu and genjutsu. For them, knowledge about barriers was like a useless thing.

In the subsequent screening, Menma will also prioritize not considering these people unless they are truly talented.

However, there was one exception: Hozuki Suigetsu, who was also added to the group by Menma. He was one of only two 'subordinates' that Menma brought from outside Takigakure. Shibuki had been a little curious as to why there were so many people last time, but only two people were brought this time. Shibuki thought that Menma might be worried about other issues, so he took the initiative to comfort Menma and promised that all treatment would be the same as that of normal Takigakure ninja.

Little did he know that those people were all Orochimaru's subordinates.

Mianma didn't explain anything, just smiled and used other excuses to brush it off.

The reason Suigetsu was chosen by Menma to join this team was because of Suigetsu's status as a "direct descendant". Although it is obvious that this "subordinate" is only outwardly compliant but inwardly resentful towards Menma, he is still more reliable than those Takigakure ninjas he has just met.

With Karin already having other plans.