After finishing his assessment report on the current state of the Chinoike Clan, Qingshui took a short break. He changed into a dark, durable outfit and headed to his private laboratory.
His current residence was a combination of several houses, covering a large area, most of which had been converted into laboratories for Puppet manufacturing and testing.
Thanks to Sasori's efforts over the past two years, diligently localizing the technology Qingshui brought from other worlds to the Ninja World, they had now, under Qingshui's guidance, successfully created a computer.
It wasn't the kind of computer commonly seen in daily life, not even one of those old, bulky, "big-butt" vintage computers.
Instead, it was similar to a 1960s transistor computer, but even larger.
While it wasn't as massive as the first historical computer, which occupied an entire room, its size was still considerable. The main unit alone was the size of a wardrobe, and the input/output devices took up a whole table.
It was a bit clunky and its computing power was just passable, but for Qingshui, it was barely usable.
Previously, Qingshui and Sasori had gone down the wrong path, trying to achieve all modern technology with Chakra.
Some functions would be more troublesome to develop slowly with Chakra; it was quicker to directly apply electricity. Not to mention, Chakra could also manifest as electricity, so the common ground between the two wasn't hard to find.
At least, electrical systems were superior to Chakra in areas related to electromagnetic waves and magnetism, and various natural means of generating electricity existed.
Neither was definitively superior; perhaps the Chakra system excelled in certain aspects, but electricity had numerous advantages in others.
And for some aspects of modern technology that were difficult or impossible to achieve, the Chakra system could be utilized.
Integrating the two systems, using their respective strengths to compensate for their weaknesses, could significantly raise the ceiling of technology.
A dual-system, complementary, and parallel approach was the most comprehensive.
Currently, there were only four such computers in the entire Sand Village.
One was with Qingshui for his personal use, one was at the Puppet Force headquarters for Puppet development, and one was at Chiyo's home, used by Sasori and Chiyo.
The last one was in the Kazekage's office, assisting the Third Kazekage with his work.
It wasn't that more couldn't be made, but the next generation of computers was already under development.
With a structured body of knowledge to learn from, the climb up the tech tree was rapid. Soon, the current computer, still running the primitive Multics system, would be obsolete, replaced by computers with UNIX or DOS operating systems.
By then, the Sand Village's computers would be equivalent to those of the 80s and 90s, possessing the basic functions of modern computers.
The current one already met basic programming needs—there was English in the Ninja World, though not widely applied, as evidenced by tasks being categorized into S, A, B, C, and D ranks.
Qingshui had only introduced assembly language so far. While high-level languages like C were simpler, he still needed to type them out line by line and compile them into libraries for them to take shape.
This would take time. Qingshui planned to wait until the next generation of computers, with improved storage and processing capabilities, before having a Shadow Clone burn the midnight oil to port over the entire C language.
Qingshui brought this computer home, of course, to manufacture Puppets.
Data transfer complete
The progress bar on the screen was full.
Qingshui walked to the side of the main unit, unplugged the data cable, and looked at the two newly manufactured Puppets.
The fourth Puppet had actually been designed long ago.
And after his avatar in the Marvel Universe obtained the Mind Stone Scepter and was able to temper and strengthen his mental power using its abilities, Qingshui's mental power development saw a significant boost.
At least now, he felt he could comfortably control five Puppets simultaneously.
Thus, the fifth Puppet came into being.
These two Puppets were named Miss Qiu and Blue Jerboa.
The former was essentially a revamped version of Little Boy, but faster.
Miss Qiu had a slender, elongated physique, like a woman, and was entirely streamlined and bright white. This was a stark contrast to the traditional wooden Puppets of the Ninja World, giving her a rather sci-fi feel.
Her internal structure was extremely intricate. In addition to the usual powerful pneumatic devices that could be used with Wind Release, she was also equipped with high-efficiency servo motors handcrafted by Qingshui, an inertial acceleration system, and a black-tech component obtained from Wayne Enterprises.
Electromagnetic levitation acceleration.
Besides that, Qingshui pulled off a bold move.
Given that Sasori had already invented a way for Human Puppets to utilize their Kekkei Genkai, and Qingshui already possessed Perfect Demonization, allowing him to rapidly regenerate damaged flesh and bone in a short time, Miss Qiu, after being "enhanced," could utilize some of Qingshui's own Ninjutsu with certain parts of her body. For example, the Wind Rush Technique, which significantly enhanced mobility, or some of the Separation Release techniques Qingshui could perform.
It could be said that Miss Qiu was an enhanced version of Little Boy, with improved output efficiency, added electromagnetic levitation capabilities, and the ability to perform some Ninjutsu. She was more perfect than Little Boy.
If there was any drawback, it was that her ability output efficiency was too high, making her a Chakra guzzler. This didn't fit the Puppet Master's frugal style. There was probably only Qingshui who had the ability to control such an A+ rank Puppet and possessed such a massive amount of Chakra.
If it were anyone else, the need to conserve Chakra would inevitably cause the Puppet's combat power to drop a notch.
The last Puppet, Blue Jerboa, was also an A+ rank Puppet.
Qingshui had specific reasons for creating these two Puppets.
In a head-on confrontation, even against a powerhouse like the Third Raikage, Qingshui was completely unfazed. Unless Senju Hashirama was resurrected or Uchiha Madara returned to his peak, in terms of destructive power, he was absolutely top-tier in the Ninja World.
Regarding mobility, if Blood Demon Art Flying Thunder God wasn't counted, Qingshui's speed was still quite good among Kage-level powerhouses. But if he unleashed his full power, only Fourth Raikage A and Minato Namikaze, who had yet to make his name in the Ninja World, were on his level.
Even Hanzo was a tier below them.
And enemies like Fourth Raikage A and Minato Namikaze were the most troublesome for Qingshui.
Their absolute strength might be inferior to his, but they could constantly pester him with their incredible speed. If he ignored them, their speed in "mowing down" enemies on the battlefield wouldn't be any slower than his.
These types of opponents were far more annoying than stat monsters like the Third Raikage.
The latter boasts high offense and defense. Even if Qingshui can't defeat it, he can gain the upper hand, preventing the opponent from making a move. Given enough time, he can slowly wear it down.
That's why Miss Qiu and the Little Boy had some overlap in their Puppet mechanisms—to create Puppets capable of keeping up with such powerful individuals.
A single Puppet might be slower than you, but a battlefield isn't a race; there are always plenty of opportunities to catch up.
Though the Blue Jerboa's mechanism has changed, its purpose remains the same.
Its primary function is to restrict the enemy's speed.
Driven by Wind Release and Lightning Release, and equipped with sonar and radar made from sealing logic control units and sensitive materials, it can cooperate with Qingshui's own sensory abilities to pinpoint enemy locations and launch attacks in the shortest time. Furthermore, it's fitted with four small, third-generation drones invented by Sasori, capable of real-time target searching or tactical reconnaissance over hundreds of kilometers.
This is just one of the Blue Jerboa's functions.
More importantly, Qingshui's goal is to create it as a control-type Puppet.
Net-like restraint weapons are just the basics. What's truly important is that Qingshui has replicated a technology he mastered in the DC Universe in the Naruto World.
The heavy refrigeration tank opened, and as a blast of cold air emerged, Qingshui took out a large barrel of freshly prepared Flash Freeze Coolant.
Even with the many differences between the two worlds, to create this type of technological artifact, one only needs the principle, materials, and equipment to meet the conditions. Then, one can produce as much as desired.
The principle was there, and for materials, Qingshui had ample time to collect the raw ingredients.
However, the equipment needed to be manufactured as industrial products only after the tech tree reached a certain level of development. Only then could related chemical products be extracted and synthesized, ultimately leading to the production of Flash Freeze Coolant.
Even with a blueprint to copy, this step alone held Qingshui back for two full years.
Although only small-scale preparation is currently possible, it still represents a leap from nothing to something.
And in the future, perhaps this substance could be widely used by the Sand Village on the battlefields of the Ninja World War.
By then, what would the Chinoike Clan's Ice Release be compared to this?
Everyone here will have it!
If such a scene were to unfold, it would certainly be lively.
Qingshui was looking forward to it.
*CRACK!*
*BANG!*
The Blue Jerboa was a large creature, and one of the few non-humanoid Puppets Qingshui had ever created. Its overall shape bore a striking resemblance to a rodent.
Its back opened up, allowing the large barrel of Flash Freeze Coolant to be perfectly installed inside.
Then, activating the chemical battery and Chakra Capacitor within the Puppet and opening the internal valve, the Flash Freeze Coolant, in a matter of seconds, was transported like blood to all of the Blue Jerboa's weapon systems. Some of the lines on its body also glowed blue, much like Mr. Freeze's Battle Suit.
"Perfect."
Qingshui clapped his hands, stepped back a few paces, and connected the two Puppets with Chakra Threads. He then went to a small testing ground in his backyard, released Big Ivan, the Little Boy, and Fatty, and attempted to control five Puppets simultaneously.
Perhaps because the space was too small to fully maneuver, Qingshui found himself remarkably at ease even while controlling all five Puppets at once.
So, he planned to try again the next day. The testing method was simple:
He would directly control the Puppets with Chakra Threads to fight each other in pairs, and he would personally test the remaining one.
The night passed uneventfully.
The next day, at breakfast, nine o'clock.
As usual, Qingshui and Pakura completed their morning training in a secluded corner of the training ground. Afterward, he took the report he had written the previous day and arrived at the Kazekage's office.
"It seems the Chinoike Clan is adapting quite quickly. Besides those who decided to become ninja, how are the other ordinary people doing? Have they all settled down?"
The Third Kazekage leaned back in his chair, relaxed, as he read the report Qingshui had submitted.
"They're doing well. The village is currently in a period of rapid development. There's a shortage of labor in construction, service, and catering industries, so there's no lack of job opportunities. Plus, the houses allocated by the village have solved the housing problem, so even ordinary people are living quite well."
Qingshui stood opposite the Third Kazekage and replied.
"Good, it's good that they've settled down. With a place to live, food to eat, and money to earn, they'll be at ease to marry and have children, bringing forth more Kekkei Genkai bloodlines."
The Third Kazekage nodded.
"Speaking of which, Rasa and Karura are already planning to conceive. I'm also curious if they'll have descendants inheriting the Magnet Release Kekkei Genkai. As for you and Pakura... you also need to find a way to pass on the Separation Release and Scorch Release as much as possible."
"Ahem, Third Kazekage, from a Medical Ninja's perspective, Pakura and I aren't at a suitable age for childbearing yet."
Qingshui coughed a few times.
Rasa and Karura were in their twenties, which was a normal age for marriage and childbearing in the Ninja World. After all, being a ninja was a high-risk profession, and since the Warring States period, there had been a custom of having descendants early.
Uchiha Mikoto gave birth to Uchiha Itachi at 22. Minato Namikaze and Kushina were only twenty-three or twenty-four when they had Naruto. Naruto and Hinata were barely twenty when they had Boruto.
As for him and Pakura...
It was too early to talk about that now.
They'd have to wait at least another three to five years.
"Also, Pakura and I are both still in the golden age for improving our ninja strength. Getting married and having children isn't something we should be doing at this age."
"Suit yourselves."
The Third Kazekage chuckled.
Having been injured when he was young, the Third Kazekage lost his fertility, and even Medical Ninjutsu couldn't restore it. Therefore, he never married or had children in his lifetime. He couldn't rely on bloodline to pass down Magnet Release, which is why he trained Rasa and Karura as his disciples.
It was also for this reason that the Third Kazekage could dedicate all his energy to the affairs of the Sand Village without his actions being influenced by family sentiments or other personal matters.
"Oh, there's something I almost forgot to tell you."
Just as the Third Kazekage was about to wave his hand, dismissing Qingshui, he seemed to remember something. He pulled a letter, emblazoned with the Hidden Mist Village emblem, from a drawer and handed it to Qingshui.
"This is..."
"A letter from the newly appointed Fourth Mizukage of the Hidden Mist Village, Yagura Karatachi. Take a look."
Fourth Mizukage?
Qingshui opened the envelope and read it word for word.
"Yagura... What does this Fourth Mizukage want? To start the Third Great Ninja War now?"
Qingshui disdainfully tossed the letter back onto the table.
The current state of the Ninja World was nowhere near the point of triggering another Great Ninja War.
Apologies, I was researching on Bilibili and accidentally clicked into a live stream of a girl dancing. I got mesmerized by her bouncy movements and almost didn't finish writing.
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