Ninja World: I'm really a support-type ninja

"A terrifying foundation, a rich land, the Land of Fire... must be destroyed!"

He slammed his hand on the table. "Send Nohara Rin, who was kidnapped from Konoha, to the battlefield!"

"Didn't Tsunade send someone to find her?"

"Then let her go back!"

"Return her to the center of the Konoha camp!"

Yagura had originally planned to quit while he was ahead, since he had already received the benefits promised by the Land of Wind and Earth, and there was no need for him to fight to the death with the Land of Fire.

But things are different now...

The loss of four and the serious injury of three members of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist from Kirigakure was utterly unacceptable to Yagura Karatachi.

At this moment, Yagura Karatachi was like a gambler who had lost a bet, and he couldn't care less about anything else!

He's going to bet big and win it all back, with interest!

"Yes, Lord Mizukage!" The civilian ninja from Kirigakure accepted the order.

"Remember, wait until Nohara Rin reaches Tsunade's camp before releasing the Three-Tails from its seal!"

"Yes!"

"Go ahead..."

Yagura waved wearily, and only after the Hidden Mist Village ninja left did he close his eyes heavily.

Things had developed in a way that exceeded his expectations, but there was no turning back now...

"Nohara Rin, come with us!"

"Where to?"

The cage holding Nohara Rin was opened, and a group of Kirigakure ninja rushed in, removed the chains binding her, and dragged Nohara Rin out.

"Is there even a need to ask? Of course we'll let you go back!"

"Let me go back?"

Nohara Rin's eyes widened; she couldn't believe such a good thing existed in the world.

"Of course, I'll send you back to Konoha with a big gift!" The leader of the Kirigakure ninja grinned, pointing to Nohara Rin's abdomen, "For example, the Three-Tails inside you!"

"No! You can't do this! Let me go! Let me go!"

Nohara Rin struggled and even contemplated suicide.

"Hmph! This is not up to you!" A Kirigakure ninja grabbed Nohara Rin's chin. "Sealing team, apply the seal to her!"

"I want Rin Nohara to return to the Konoha ninja forces willingly and obediently!"

Chapter 208: Three pieces of equipment given to Minato Namikaze.

Due to the time-sensitive nature of information transmission, Akira Hatake was unaware of everything that happened on the battlefield in the Land of Water.

At this moment, he was leading seven Hyuga clan ninjas back to the place where he and Minato Namikaze had set up a defensive line.

With the help of the Hyuga clan's Byakugan, Akira Hatake and Minato Namikaze would definitely receive the news immediately should the allied ninja forces of Kaze and Tochi invade.

"teacher."

"Ming, thank you for your hard work."

"It's just a round trip, nothing too tiring," Akira Hatake waved his hand. "But you, teacher, aren't you going back to the village?"

"With Lord Sakumo in charge from the rear, I don't need to rush back."

Minato Namikaze was fully aware of the subtext in Akira Hatake's words, but he wasn't in a hurry at all.

The position of Fourth Hokage is already set in stone; although it's not 100% certain that Minato Namikaze will be chosen, it's pretty close.

Instead of rushing back to succeed as Hokage, it would be better to stay here and continue to block the allied ninja forces of Kaze and Tochi.

Minato Namikaze also craved power, but he had not yet reached the level of Danzo Shimura or Hiruzen Sarutobi.

"The most urgent task is to hold off the combined forces of Kaze and Tochigawa, giving Tsunade and Orochimaru's troops time to defeat the ninja forces of the Land of Water."

"Ah."

Akira Hatake nodded, then looked towards the northeastern part of the Land of Fire. "It's been seven days already. Kakashi and the others should have set off to provide support by now."

“Yes, I hope they can achieve great things in one fell swoop…” Minato Namikaze’s eyes were deep, “and I also hope that as many of them as possible can survive this war…”

The northeastern defense forces of the Land of Fire now have fewer than 1000 men remaining.

These people can all be considered Minato Namikaze's former subordinates, and they were his political capital after he succeeded as the Fourth Hokage.

Furthermore, Minato Namikaze's earnest expectations for these Konoha ninjas were not entirely based on self-interest. He still held deep feelings for his comrades who had fought alongside him.

"Don't worry, teacher. With Kakashi around, many things will be easier."

“Yes, Kakashi’s achievements are no less than yours now.” Minato Namikaze nodded, his worries lessening considerably.

However, Minato Namikaze seemed to remember something and asked Akira Hatake with some curiosity.

"By the way, Ming, before we came here to provide support, was it you who gave Kakashi that suit of armor?"

"Well, it's me."

"Does that armor have any special purpose?" Minato Namikaze looked at Akira Hatake seriously. "If not... I'm worried that the bulky armor might cause Kakashi some trouble."

"No, teacher. That armor has a very powerful amplifying effect on Kakashi."

As Akira Hatake answered, a thousand thoughts raced through his mind; he was wondering whether he should reveal a little of his secret.

Soon, Akira Hatake made a decision.

"This armor can increase Kakashi's physical defense and ninjutsu defense by nearly 30%, and increase his maximum life energy by about 20%."

"And I also gave him a pair of short knives and a pair of metal gloves."

"As long as Kakashi carries the short sword, it can increase his three speeds by about 30%, namely, his nerve reaction speed, physical response speed, and attack speed."

"And those gloves can enhance Kakashi's attack power. With the gloves' additional enhancement, the same attack power can be increased by about 15%."

"More importantly, these gloves also have an active skill that, when activated, provides the user with a high level of protective shield. This has unexpected benefits during combat."

A series of exaggerated figures came out of Akira Hatake's mouth, leaving Minato Namikaze, who was listening in, dumbfounded.

The equipment attributes that Akira Hatake just described have exceeded Minato Namikaze's original understanding.

As far as he knew, there were indeed god-level weapons or armor in the ninja world that could amplify the user's strength.

For example, the five divine artifacts left behind by the Sage of Six Paths, or the Uchiha divine artifacts lost by the Uchiha clan, and so on.

While these artifacts possess some unique abilities, they pale in comparison to what Akira Hatake just mentioned!

Strength, defense, speed, and other attributes are increased by percentages – this kind of absurd thing is simply unheard of!

Anyone with a quick mind can understand that a fixed increase in a value is nowhere near as significant as an increase in a percentage value.

"Ming...I don't quite understand..."

Minato Namikaze looked at Akira Hatake very seriously, "You said that you gave Kakashi all the divine weapons he possesses, so what is the origin of these divine weapons...?"

"Well... how should I put it? These artifacts were all born to me, and I don't know their exact origins."

Akira Hatake looked at Minato Namikaze with a sincere gaze and spoke nonsense with a straight face.

"So... do you have many more divine artifacts like Kakashi's?"

Minato Namikaze's gaze was equally serious, which caught Akira Hatake off guard and slightly stunned.

Hey, can't you ask one more question?!

For example, why are they innate?

But Minato didn't ask any of these questions; instead, he immediately believed Akira Hatake's lies...

It seems somewhat illogical, but upon closer examination, it does make sense.

We're all smart people; there's no need to ask so many questions.

Minato Namikaze only needed to know that this matter was beneficial to him and would not cause him any harm.

Rather than pressing for answers, it's better to pretend you don't know.

"many!"

Akira Hatake had expected to have to say more, but to his surprise, Minato Namikaze was so perceptive and immediately gave a firm and decisive answer.

"Then bring it out!" Minato Namikaze said impatiently.

It's not surprising that Minato Namikaze was so impatient; anyone would have reacted the same way in this situation.

To put it bluntly, this is all because the ninja world values ​​strength above all else.

Whether it's Minato Namikaze or anyone else, they always strive for perfection in their pursuit of strength, and it wouldn't be wrong to call them insatiable.

A good horse needs a good saddle. Although a magical artifact that can increase one's strength by a percentage is an external object, it is also a manifestation of one's own strength when fighting enemies.

Even if others wanted it, they might not have it!

"Teacher, please don't worry, let me think..."

Akira Hatake's mind raced, trying to figure out what equipment he should buy from the equipment shop to give to Minato Namikaze.

Before long, Akira Hatake had an idea.

While defensive equipment does help improve Minato Namikaze's current strength, it is far less effective than offensive equipment.

Equipment that simply increases attack power seems somewhat lacking in long-term effectiveness compared to equipment that increases all ninjutsu talents.

A ninja's talent is truly the cornerstone of their strength.

With Minato Namikaze's current talent, if Akira Hatake were to give him a "Scholar's Wrath" item, Minato could very well take off from there.

Of course, a two-pronged approach is also possible, so Akira Hatake quickly drafted a list of equipment.

First, you absolutely need the "Scholar's Wrath" item.

Secondly, the "Shadow Blade" that increases speed must also be given to Minato Namikaze.

Finally, Minato Namikaze should also receive a "Void Staff" specifically designed to break through defenses.