♂ Regarding the Transformation Technique, Naruto's immediate impression after learning it was that it was the most overpowered of the basic ninjutsu. Theoretically, with enough imagination, one could transform into anything, though the technique would be dispelled upon being attacked. If the Transformation Technique could be maintained indefinitely, wouldn't it be possible to completely become another person?
Naruto felt that even the Second Hokage, who created the technique, probably hadn't considered this. Otherwise, with the genius mind that invented the Impure World Reincarnation, improving this technique shouldn't be difficult. But then, the Transformation Technique wouldn't remain a basic ninjutsu—it would become a forbidden technique!
Aside from the Byakugan and Sharingan, which can see through illusions, using the Transformation Technique for espionage is truly terrifying!
"Transform!"
The smoke cleared, and Naruto's figure vanished, leaving only a small ant on the floor, looking around.
A few seconds later, Naruto released the technique, sat on the ground, and pondered how to apply the Transformation Technique in real combat. Transforming into shuriken or other objects, as seen in the original story, could be useful, but it felt a bit foolish. The technique only changes one's appearance, not their essence. Even if transformed into a weapon, one's nature remains human.
Being hit while transformed into a shuriken would still cause injury. If struck in half by a weapon... a Shadow Clone would be fine, but the real body would surely die.
The Three Body Technique, as the most basic and useful ninjutsu, whether used as a decoy or a clone, plays a crucial role. Mastered well, it can even turn the tide against a stronger opponent.
The original Naruto wouldn't have learned the Three Body Technique so early, but with the help of the excellent teacher Mizuki, Naruto gained access to it sooner than others. However, Naruto's goal wasn't just the Three Body Technique; she also wanted to learn Wind Release, which aligns with her chakra nature.
She wanted to learn the Rasengan too, but without a teacher, she dared not attempt it. With ANBU watching nearby, if she practiced the Rasengan, she'd likely end up in the Root organization or the Hokage's office the next day. One wrong move, and she'd be dealt with.
Mizuki teaching her ninjutsu could be attributed to their good relationship, avoiding suspicion. If she practiced on her own, it would become a major issue. She might even be labeled as the Nine-Tails taking over her body by those paranoid persecutors.
"Sigh..."
Naruto lay in bed, sighing, thinking about how to convince Mizuki to teach her Wind Release techniques the next day. Even the lowest-level Wind Release would do. In the original story, Naruto turned the Rasengan into so many variations; she didn't believe she couldn't create her own techniques.
At school...
"Last night, I saw Sasuke spitting fireballs by the lake. It was so cool! Mizuki-sensei, I want to learn ninjutsu too!"
"Hmm." Mizuki nodded, a gentle smile on his face, thinking, What a hassle. He took a chakra nature test sheet from his pocket and said expectantly, "Naruto, infuse your chakra into this paper, and it will reveal your chakra nature."
"Okay."
Though Naruto already knew her chakra nature, she feigned excitement, took the sheet, and infused her chakra.
"Rip!"
The paper tore.
This girl's chakra nature is Wind—a rare attribute. The Nine-Tails sure picked a lucky host!
Mizuki's eyes flashed with jealousy. "Naruto, your chakra nature is Wind."
"I don't know the details, but... Naruto, you can learn Wind Release techniques. Unfortunately, I don't know Wind Release."
"Huh?! Wind Release? Mizuki-sensei, can you teach me Wind Release?!" Naruto's beautiful sapphire eyes sparkled with hope, as if stars were twinkling.
"Unfortunately, my chakra nature isn't Wind, so I can't teach you." Mizuki sighed, spreading his hands.
"Well, there's nothing I can do about it!" Naruto lowered her head in disappointment, her voice trembling with suppressed frustration. "Sorry for putting you in a difficult position, Mizuki-sensei..."
She perfectly conveyed her desire to learn Wind Release without burdening Mizuki, ultimately resigning herself to giving up.
"That Mizuki is useless! He can't even get Wind Release techniques! And he's a Chunin? Pathetic!" Naruto rolled her eyes on the Nine-Tails' head. "Pretending to be good in front of him is exhausting. Seeing his hypocritical face makes me want to vomit!"
"But learning the Three Body Technique from him isn't bad. Wind Release can wait." With a poof, smoke cleared, revealing a green-haired beauty sliding down the Nine-Tails like a slide.
The Nine-Tails looked at the green-haired woman curiously. "Who are you now?"
"C.C.!"
The green-haired beauty flashed a peace sign. With another poof, Naruto transformed into a female version of Lelouch with flowing black hair.
Bored, the Nine-Tails watched Naruto transform repeatedly. "Is there any point to this?"
"Uh..." Naruto canceled the transformation, scratched her head, and replied seriously, "No point."
"I just can't transform outside, so I came here to have some fun. ANBU are always following me—it's annoying. Luckily, they don't follow me into the bathroom. If they did, I'd rip off those paper seals and take them down with me!"
Days later, Mizuki somehow obtained a scroll of Wind Release techniques—the lowest-level Wind Release: Gale Palm, a C-rank technique that even Chunin struggle to master.
Secretly, Mizuki handed the scroll to Naruto, patting her shoulder and staring seriously at her excited gaze fixed on the scroll.
"This technique is for Chunin. With your current chakra, you shouldn't be able to use it. Just practice, and don't attempt it."
What's a child's mindset?
The more they're forbidden, the more they rebel. Mizuki knew this well; he deliberately warned Naruto to provoke her into using the technique.
"Got it! Thanks, Mizuki-sensei!" Overwhelmed with excitement, Naruto spontaneously hugged Mizuki.
This was an unexpected surprise. Naruto had given up, but Mizuki actually got her Wind Release techniques!
Even the lowest-level Wind Release involves chakra nature manipulation. Once mastered, she could develop her own techniques!
If her intentions to defect were discovered, she could use the Nine-Tails' chakra for powerful Wind Release techniques to escape Konoha. But if the Hokage came after her, escaping would still be difficult... Danzo didn't have his Sharingan arm yet, and he didn't have Obito's eyes.
Those BUG-level dojutsu are a headache. If they worked on tailed beasts, it would be terrifying.
The Nine-Tails should be fine...
Naruto's thoughts turned to the Nine-Tails with concern.
In the mental realm, the Nine-Tails sensed Naruto's emotions and, with her trust, vaguely perceived her thoughts.
"This girl..."
The reclining Nine-Tails sat up, gazing at the wall above, as if seeing Naruto's worried expression. Unconsciously, it smiled—a grin that seemed fierce yet radiated warmth.