I, who just wanted to be lazy, was forced to become the Hokage.

Chapter 209 [Shadow Transformation Technique - Rashomon]! (Third update, please vote!)

【Wind Release: Wind Slicing Technique】!

A storm of sharp wind blades roared out from the [Flame Fan], slashing swiftly and rapidly towards the Third Raikage, who was only a step away. The sharp wind blades rained down on the Third Raikage's body.

The lightning armor formed by the "Lightning Release Chakra Mode" wrapped around the Third Raikage's body was slowly blown away like scorching flames under the bombardment of the incredibly dense wind release chakra.

The violent wind shoved the Third Raikage's body, blowing him far away once again.

The sharp wind blades suppressed the Third Raikage's lightning armor, breaking through his lightning release once again.

chi chi-

With a chilling cutting sound.

The sharp wind blades created by 【Wind Release: Wind Cutting Technique】 began to leave scars on the Third Raikage's body. Crimson blood was carried away from his body by the violent wind blades, leaving glaring blood streaks in mid-air.

Compared to the [Wind Release: Pressure Damage] which focuses on wind pressure, this is different.

The Wind Release: Wind Slice Technique, which focuses more on the cutting nature of wind-style attacks, is significantly more powerful!

Of course, this also relies heavily on the supply of Lightning Release chakra provided by the Third Raikage himself through his "Lightning Release: Black Spot".

Last time, Nara Rinka's tentative [Wind Release: Wind Cutting Technique], even when used as a ranged attack, couldn't break through the Third Raikage's [Lightning Release Chakra Mode].

This time, with the increased supply of Wind Release chakra, the casting range of [Wind Release: Wind Cut Technique] has been drastically shortened.

After a few exchanges, the [Wind Release: Wind Cutting Technique] suddenly unleashed an even more powerful destructive effect!

Since the Warring States period.

Countless ninjas died from the [Uchiha Reflection] technique.

However, compared to his predecessors, the Third Raikage was significantly more resistant to blows.

Under the intense attack of the Wind Release: Wind Cutting Technique, the Third Raikage even began to show a few deep wounds that revealed the bone, with his pale bones exposed between his bright red flesh, a truly horrifying sight.

Even so, the Third Raikage did not utter a single cry of pain, nor did he even flinch.

The Third Raikage did not choose to retreat despite his injuries.

in contrast.

Boom!

Bright lightning once again erupted from the Third Raikage's body, and the "Lightning Release Chakra Mode" once again protected his body, barely alleviating the spread of the cuts on his body.

Instead of retreating, the Third Raikage resolutely raised his right arm, extending only his index finger, like a proud rooster that never gives up, and launched a new attack on Nara Rangsuke with unwavering determination.

"Hellfire Thrust - One-Shot Punch!"

call out--

The strongest spear in the legend of Kumogakure (Hidden Cloud Village) tore through the air with unparalleled ferocity, unleashing an extremely piercing shriek.

The mere movement of the air created a surge of wind in the surrounding area.

Faced with the Third Raikage's resolute and penetrating attack.

Nara Rinkei no longer intended to rely on the [Flame Fan] to withstand the attack. His deep eyes were fixed on the Third Raikage who rushed towards him like lightning, and the [Yin Seal] in the shadows suddenly broke at that moment.

The shadows surged beneath Nara Rinka like waves, and under his control, a shadow shield as tall as a person rose from the ground to protect him.

Compared to the original form of the "Shadow Shield," and the "Shadow Armor Technique" which incorporates the "Mechanical Shield Seal."

The shape of this pitch-black shield is less like a "shield" and more like a sinister and terrifying shadow mask.

[S-Rank Technique: Shadow Transformation Technique - Rashomon]

[Technique Description: A shadowy demon mask resembling a demon! A supreme-level Yin Release defensive ninjutsu created based on [Shadow Shield Technique], [Machine Light Shield Seal], [Ranking Technique], and [Sealing Technique Absorption Seal]]

【Technique Effect: Injects one's own Yin Release chakra into the shadow, shaping it into a hideous and terrifying shadow demon face through shape transformation;

Utilizing the special properties of shadows, a special bionic meridian system for transporting chakra of other properties is arranged inside the Shadow Demon Mask;

By fusing a non-elemental sealing technique into the Shadow Mask, its defensive power is greatly amplified. At the same time, it can also devour and absorb the chakra contained in incoming techniques and transform it into its own power.

[Spell Evaluation: You think you can defeat me with pure brute force?]

Boom!

The Third Raikage's "Hell Thrust: One-Shot Hand" struck directly at the shadow mask formed by the Rashomon.

The collision between the strongest spear and the shadow defense instantly unleashed a deafening roar that pierced through the clouds and shattered rocks.

The incredibly powerful impact compressed the surrounding air to its extreme, causing it to explode into visible white shockwaves that spread in all directions.

Amidst this wave-like white shockwave, the faint white halo that blooms on the surface of [Rashomon] appears utterly inconspicuous.

However, this chakra barrier formed by the pale white halo continuously absorbed and devoured the lightning chakra of the Third Raikage who was rushing forward.

The Third Raikage only felt that his Lightning Release chakra was being consumed at an unusual rate, but he assumed that it was because of his struggle against the strange black shield that his chakra was being consumed too quickly.

What surprised the Third Raikage even more was not the speed at which his chakra was being consumed, but the fact that his prized "Hell Thrust: One-Shot Hand" failed to break through the defense of the shadowy shield in the first instance!

The Third Raikage gritted his teeth, mustered his strength, and tried to pierce through the black shield in one fell swoop.

But just then...

As Nara Rinkazu thought, the form of [Rashomon] immediately changed. It transformed from its original shadow demon mask into a seemingly soft but actually tough shadow barrier, enveloping the approaching Third Raikage.

【Shadow Slap Technique】!

In a very short moment.

The Third Raikage directly entered the formidable defense formed by the Shadow Slap Technique. His arms and legs were firmly bound by the shadow cables created by the Shadow Slap Technique, and he was unable to break free for a time.

"Lightning Release Chakra Mode!"

The lightning on the Third Raikage's body burst forth once more, as he struggled to escape the control of the Shadow Slap Technique.

The Shadow Slap Technique, as taut as a steel cable, teetered on the brink of collapse as the Third Raikage violently struggled to break free.

But how could Nara Rangsei easily let go of such an opponent who had delivered himself to their doorstep?

Nara Rinkazu looked at the Third Raikage. The Rashomon gate that had been blocking their view had disappeared, and there was no longer any obstruction between them.

[Illusion Magic: Dark Eyes]!

Through their eye contact, Nara Rinka's Yin Release chakra directly entered the Third Raikage's visual nervous system and began to interfere with and manipulate his consciousness.

"It was an illusion..."

The Third Raikage was somewhat lost in thought.

"How could I have fallen victim to such a spell..."

There are many ways to break illusions, but most of them are beyond the capabilities of the current Third Raikage.

Under the interference of [Genjutsu: Lacquer Eyes], the Lightning Release chakra wrapped around the Third Raikage's body was constantly dissipating and weakening.

The Third Raikage was planning to forcefully break free from the genjutsu's interference through extreme pain.

At this time.

Nara's long-planned technique for seizing the cassia tree has finally been unleashed.

Shadow Manipulation Technique!

A [Shadow Thread] seamlessly merged into the [Shadow Slap Technique] and connected to the Third Raikage's body.

Without the protection of the Lightning Release Chakra Mode, the Shadow Threads connected to the Third Raikage's nervous system without any hindrance, and directly sealed the Third Raikage's consciousness!

Nara Rinka's consciousness, transmitted through the [Shadow Threads], surged directly into the Third Raikage's brain nerve center and forcibly controlled his body.

A notification pops up on the panel indicating that the task is complete.

[You have defeated the S-rank ninja combat objective!]

You have obtained an S-rank [Ninja Scroll]!

"drink!"

With a roar, the Third Raikage unleashed a burst of light from his lightning chakra, violently breaking free from the binding force of the Shadow Slap Technique, and simultaneously retreating rapidly backward.

With the aid of "Lightning Release Chakra Mode", the Third Raikage quickly approached the AB duo who had not yet left.

"Huff... huff..."

Nara Rinka pretended to be exhausted and let out a series of heavy breaths.

"Kyo-senpai! Please!"

Eye Technique: Yata no Crow!

Uchiha Kagami had been waiting for these words, and he instantly activated his Mangekyou Sharingan. Black wings sprouted from his back, and he flapped them, rapidly approaching the charging Third Raikage.

However, as if he had eyes in the back of his head, the Third Raikage suddenly stopped halfway through his journey, reversed direction, leaped high into the air, and raised his right leg, which was covered with bright lightning chakra.

Konoha Retsu—oh, no.

The Hidden Clouds' Secret Body Technique: Righteous Thunder and Wrathful Thunder Axe!

boom!

Caught off guard, Uchiha Kagami was struck directly by the Third Raikage's powerful kick, falling like a bird with broken wings, crashing heavily to the ground, most of his body destroyed by the downward kick.

Minato Namikaze sighed slightly. He had observed the collapse of the Uchiha Kagami and sensed the intense exhaustion of Nara Rinka.

If he could, Minato Namikaze really wanted to keep the three Cloud Village members on the other side.

pity……

Not to mention that Master Men's own chakra depletion problem has not yet been resolved.

With his own strength, he simply couldn't have saved the Third Raikage and the AB duo.

Minato Namikaze leaped off the back of the shadow creature, and Kagami Uchiha, who was slowly recovering, also retreated.

"Lan Gui, are you alright?"

"I'm sorry, Nara-kun, Namikaze-kun, I've let you down."

"It's alright, taking back the defensive line is a success."

Nara Rankei shook his head, his gaze fixed on the Third Raikage and the AB duo who had successfully reunited in the distance, his eyes filled with profound meaning.

"And this war isn't over yet!"

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Third update.

Later than expected...

Goodnight everybody.

(End of this chapter)