[Ding! Special reward: Body Replacement Technique (Orochimaru-style)!]
What? Orochimaru-style Body Replacement Technique?
Damn, Kazuyama was stunned. He really hadn't been prepared for this at all...
The Orochimaru-style Body Replacement Technique allows the user to shed their outer body like a snake's skin and transfer themselves out through the mouth.
This technique doesn't require hand seals or advance preparation. Even if the user is already under attack, they can still use it to evade damage—Amaterasu included.
But he really didn't want this technique!
It wasn't that the technique was useless; he just couldn't handle it!
Even if he didn't have to physically spit himself out, all that slimy residue was completely against Kazuyama's aesthetic sense!
Most importantly, the technique wasn't perfect. Although it could defend against most types of damage, its major flaw was obvious: anyone besides Orochimaru using it would consume an enormous amount of chakra.
After all, Orochimaru had developed it based on his own body. How could others possibly master it perfectly?
In the original story, even Sasuke used it to counter Amaterasu, but the chakra drain was obvious.
If he had a choice, Kazuyama really wouldn't want to learn this technique...
Looking at the new addition on his panel, Kazuyama felt a little miserable.
He couldn't help but worry: would he end up becoming the second Orochimaru someday?
Name: Kazuyama Gekkō
Identity: Jinchūriki of the Seven-Tails, Konoha Jōnin, Clan Head of the Gekkō Clan.
Kekkei Genkai: Transparent Escape, Crystal Release.
Ninjutsu Proficiency: Fire Release, Water Release, Wind Release, Earth Release, Summoning Technique, Fūinjutsu, Ninja Art (Snake), Taijutsu, Kinjutsu.
Senjutsu: Ryūchi Cave Senjutsu (Unique!)
Tailed Beast: Seven-Tails Chōmei - Affinity 100%, Tailed Beast Transformation Progress: 100%.
Tailed Beast Ball (Mastered, Optimization Progress 50%, Special Skill: Handling Ability, Compressed Bomb).
Tailed Beast Transformation Synchronization (Chakra Consumption Reduced by 10%).
Basic Attributes: Strength 77, Speed 85, Chakra 96, Constitution 92, Taijutsu 74, Genjutsu 84, Fūinjutsu 84.
Resistance: Six Paths Resistance 20%.
Ninjutsu Amplification: 25 (enhancing ninjutsu power and nature transformation).
Kazuyama couldn't help feeling speechless.
Had he been unlocking ninjutsu too often lately?
Telescope Technique...
Searing Migraine...
Orochimaru-style Body Replacement Technique...
At this rate, maybe he'd end up as a "ninjutsu sensei" someday?
Just as he was lost in thought, the system notification popped up again.
[Ding! Host has embarked on the path to becoming a renowned teacher. Please continue working hard to train more outstanding students! The system will issue new rewards based on the level of the students' survival skills!]
Great, now Kazuyama really felt like he was on a path of no return.
Training students to be survival experts?
Come on, who had that much spare time?
He was already exhausted handling four disciples!
...
The battle ended.
Obito reappeared on the arena stage, wearing a smug grin that made Guy itch to kick him.
The final match was about to begin.
The team competition wasn't about ranking but about evaluating team cohesion.
As long as they met the examiners' standards, they could pass.
Of course, the winning side had a higher chance of passing.
Yugito, followed by her two little teammates, stepped onto the stage.
She glanced at Rin and Obito with open provocation in her eyes.
She knew exactly who they were—more of that jerk sensei's disciples.
This battle was practically an internal civil war among Kazuyama's students.
"You two get off the stage. Don't get in my way."
The moment the battle began, Yugito kicked both of her teammates out of bounds.
Her actions left the entire audience stunned.
Only Kazuyama and Konan shook their heads silently.
They understood Yugito's pride well.
She wanted to defeat her opponents through sheer power to prove herself.
After holding back for so long, it was time to unleash her strength.
Rin and Obito exchanged glances, sensing Yugito's determination.
The battle began.
Obito charged toward Yugito at a blistering speed.
Yugito smirked coldly, crossing her arms in front of her chest.
Sharp claws sprang from her hands, and her aura peaked instantly.
Their fierce clash erupted.
Yugito deftly handled Obito's close-range assaults.
Obito, having activated his Sharingan, matched her blow for blow, neither side giving an inch.
As their battle reached a fever pitch...
Several figures suddenly appeared around the arena, heading straight toward Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Seeing them, the Konoha ninja immediately frowned.
Sarutobi's expression shifted from a gentle smile to stern seriousness.
"Minato, Fugaku, Hiashi—you are in charge of the exam here.
Kazuyama Gekkō, Nara Shikaku, come with me."
Great. Trouble's here.
Kazuyama shook his head helplessly, then teleported away with the Flying Thunder God Technique.
He knew very well: the incoming intel had to do with war.
The Hokage's sudden departure made the visiting Jōnin from other villages frown too.
They weren't fools.
At a time like this, there was only one thing serious enough to pull the Hokage away.
War...
...
Hokage Building, Conference Room.
Hiruzen sat at the head of the table, his face grim.
The seats below him were already filled with senior ninja.
"Latest intelligence: Iwagakure has launched another attack on the border."
"The attacking forces are led by Ōnoki's son, Kitsuchi, with both the Four-Tails and Five-Tails Jinchūriki present."
"All of Iwagakure's forces have entered the Land of Grass and are advancing toward our Land of Fire border."
"At the same time, there's also movement from Kirigakure."
The enemy moved fast, choosing the timing of the Chūnin Exams to strike.
"Shikaku, what's your opinion?"
Shikaku glanced around the room and then gave his assessment.
"Iwagakure is going all-in. Facing two Tailed Beasts simultaneously puts immense pressure on us. Without Kumo putting pressure on them, Iwagakure is throwing everything they have at us."
"I recommend we swiftly organize a counterattack and cut off their supply routes..."
Hearing this, Kazuyama's brow twitched.
He had a bad feeling... but hesitated to speak up.
The next words confirmed his suspicion—and his headache.
"Kannabi Bridge is the key supply route for Iwagakure. If we destroy it, it'll be extremely difficult for them to invade our territory."
...
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