Chapter 87: Displaying Unique Skills (Part 2)
"Boom!"
Single-handed seal!
As "Fierce" cast the Earth Release jutsu, Koshino was astounded to discover that "Fierce" was performing the technique with the extraordinary skill of single-handed seals!
It's worth noting that even in the original storyline, only a handful of individuals were capable of single-handed seals.
Among them, the representative figure was none other than Itachi, who had an exceptional mastery in the art of sealing.
Moreover, because Itachi's single-handed seals were both stylish and practical in the original storyline, Koshino had also studied single-handed seals for a long time.
However, despite Koshino's unparalleled prowess in controlling chakra, allowing him to single-handedly cast the Wind Release: Rasenshuriken, he had made no progress in single-handed seals.
In fact, aside from using shadow clones to substitute for his body in forming seals, showcasing the power of seal-less jutsu in another way, Koshino had no clue about the method of single-handed seals.
At this moment, it was the mysterious Anbu "Fierce" who first showcased his extraordinary sensory abilities in front of Koshino and the others,
and then used single-handed seals to perform Earth Release jutsu, leaving Koshino and Kakashi speechless.
Especially Kakashi, who, when Koshino was astonished by "Fierce's" single-handed seals, had a sudden look of realization in his eyes.
This made Koshino, who caught a glimpse of Kakashi's expression, ponder silently, "It seems Kakashi knows 'Fierce's' true identity.
Perhaps I'm the only one in the Blade Squad who knows nothing about 'Fierce.'"
"However, now is the time to engage with the Mist Anbu, so I must not get distracted!"
"As for 'Fierce's' true identity, I'll ask Kakashi about it after the battle!"
With these thoughts, Koshino focused all his attention on the battle at hand.
Just as Koshino concentrated, "Fierce" used his C-rank Earth Release jutsu to force all twelve Mist Anbu back!
Left hand forming a single-handed seal, right hand slamming onto the ground!
From the moment "Fierce" began forming seals, not even half a second passed before the power of the Earth Release: Head Hunter Jutsu was fully displayed in front of the Mist Anbu!
"Rumble!"
"Rumble!"
Almost the instant "Fierce" slammed his right hand onto the ground, a violent rumbling erupted from the earth, hard to imagine it was caused by a C-rank Earth Release jutsu.
Immediately, the rocks on the ground slightly protruded, transforming into stone arms that aimed to drag all the Mist Anbu into the earth to be buried.
To wield a mere C-rank Earth Release jutsu with more impact and effectiveness than an A-rank jutsu was remarkable.
Clearly, "Fierce" not only had extraordinary sensory abilities but also a high level of mastery in Earth Release jutsu!
Especially in the nature transformation of earth chakra, which seemed to be approaching an extreme,
hinting at breaking through the second stage's barrier, reminding Koshino of the Fourth Hokage's insights into wind chakra.
Moreover, the stone hands emerging from the ground might have only forced the Mist Anbu back.
But just as they retreated, a gleam appeared in "Fierce's" eyes, followed by another row of stone hands emerging, pulling the two targets assigned to "Fierce" by Shisui into the ground, burying them to death!
"Swift, my targets are taken care of."
"Now it's your turn!"
A single C-rank Earth Release jutsu not only repelled the attacking Mist Anbu but also fulfilled Shisui's objectives.
When the mysterious Anbu "Fierce" displayed his skills, it was truly formidable,
causing Koshino and Kakashi's expressions to turn serious for quite some time as they prepared to form seals to deal with the targets assigned to them by Shisui.
However, just as Kakashi completed his hand signs and the dazzling lightning appeared in his right hand, ready to unleash the Chidori!
At the same moment, Koshino was merging into the "wind," preparing to use the Wind Body Flicker Technique!
Suddenly, with a "whoosh" sound!
The figure of Shisui of the body flicker vanished from beside Koshino and Kakashi! When Shisui reappeared, the short sword in his hand had already sliced through the throats of two Mist Anbu!
The blood flowing out signified that Shisui of the body flicker had also completed his task!
"Not only am I slower than 'Fierce,' but even Shisui of the body flicker has surpassed me?"
"Damn it, in front of these monsters, there's really no room for distraction!"
"Kakashi, even if I'm not as fast as 'Fierce' or Shisui, I will definitely be faster than you!"
"Wind Body Flicker!"
"Whoosh!"
First, 'Fierce' displayed his prowess, followed closely by Shisui of the body flicker.
Watching their outstanding performances, if Koshino lost to Kakashi, it would truly tarnish the name of the Fourth Hokage!
Thus, using the Wind Body Flicker, Koshino disappeared from his spot with a "whoosh," just like Shisui of the body flicker before him!
Utilizing wind perception, he completely locked onto the support-type Mist Anbu ahead. In the blink of an eye, a blue light shone from Koshino's right hand!
"Rasengan!"
"Boom!"
The blue light condensed into form, and the Rasengan in Koshino's hand hit the support-type Mist Anbu.
But Koshino knew that just the Rasengan wouldn't be enough to finish off the Mist Anbu in front of him.
Immediately after the Rasengan hit, causing the opponent to lose control and be sent flying, Koshino conjured a kunai in his hand and slashed it across the Mist Anbu's throat!
It was almost like cosplaying Shisui of the body flicker, using high-speed combat to eliminate the target Mist Anbu.
Koshino watched as the Mist Anbu fell lifelessly in front of him, a faint smile playing at the corner of his mouth.
But when he glanced at Kakashi from the corner of his eye, he saw Kakashi, surrounded by dazzling lightning, had also taken down the medical-type Mist Anbu at the same time.
In mid-air, Koshino and Kakashi's gazes met, and sparks seemed to fly between them!
Clearly, in the first round of competition, Koshino and Kakashi were at most evenly matched.
So, when Kakashi lifted his headband to reveal his crimson Sharingan, Koshino coldly smiled and began forming hand signs in mid-air, preparing to face their real opponents—the Jonin-level Mist Anbu.
Meanwhile, Shisui of the body flicker, observing Koshino and Kakashi's performance, nodded approvingly.
Especially when his gaze fell on 'Fierce,' Shisui smiled casually and couldn't help but remark, "Fierce, it seems you won't have much time to lament."