"Uchiha Zhan, Uchiha Feng, Uchiha Gao Li, Uchiha Umei—step forward."
Uchiha Umei was a Jonin second only to Uchiha Zhan. With a pair of Three-Tomoe Sharingan, he was not only powerful but also very handsome. If not for Isamu, Uchiha Umei would undoubtedly be the face of the Martial Faction.
"Uchiha Zhan will take the east, Uchiha Feng the north, Uchiha Gao Li the south, and Uchiha Umei the west. You three will each lead eight people, while Zhan will lead seven. Head out and intercept the enemy. Not even a single mosquito is allowed through. Can you do it?" Isamu ordered, looking at the four of them.
"Guaranteed to complete the mission!" the four replied solemnly in unison.
"Good. Then Uchiha Yue—the skies are yours. Can the five of you handle it?" Isamu turned to the remaining five women.
"Patriarch, we can!" they answered firmly, showing no inferiority to the men.
"Hahaha, excellent. Very good."
"Set out, Uchiha! Go and welcome our era!" Isamu pointed into the distance.
At his command, everyone immediately rushed toward their assigned directions.
"This is my last chance. If I fail, I don't know if I'll be able to awaken the Rinnegan again next time. I absolutely cannot lose!" Isamu muttered as he watched them leave.
He sat down on the ground, closed his eyes, and pressed his palms together, beginning to gather Chakra.
Whoosh! Sizzle! Sizzle! Sizzle!
Blue Chakra swirled around him like a storm, crackling with arcs of electricity.
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While Isamu was making his move, the Five Great Villages were not idle.
After forming their alliance, their forces reached a staggering total of 100,000 Shinobi.
This time, the Five Great Villages had truly gone all out. Aside from very young Genin, almost every available Ninja had been deployed. Originally, they hadn't planned to mobilize so many, but after hearing that Isamu had destroyed half of the Hidden Mist Village, the other Kage decided to spare nothing.
Their goal was twofold: eliminate Isamu, and use this battle to warn the entire Ninja World that the Five Great Villages were not to be provoked.
Raikage Ay, as the initiator of the alliance and a powerful leader, became the Supreme Commander of the Allied Shinobi Forces. Hiruzen Sarutobi served as Deputy Commander, while the Mizukage and Kazekage led major divisions. Ōnoki, who had hoped for leadership, was instead assigned as Overseer, leaving him furious.
100,000 against 40.
To outsiders, it sounded absurd—but against Isamu, they dared not take chances.
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The Allied Forces were divided into three regiments:
First Regiment – Vanguard Force (20,000 troops)
Led by Mizukage Hozuki Eiji.
Included Orochimaru, Jiraiya, Tsunade, and Hyuga Clan members with the Byakugan.
Tsunade, after being persuaded by her teammates, had regained her resolve. She was determined to find Isamu and stop him.
Originally, Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't want her involved, but after persuasion from Uzumaki Mito, he relented. Tsunade alone wouldn't change the outcome.
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Second Regiment – Main Force (60,000 troops)
Led by Kazekage Hata Saemon.
Included Chiyo, Sakumo Hatake, and the Uchiha Moderate Faction.
The Moderate Faction had initially wanted to oppose Isamu, but upon realizing they would face the combined might of the Five Great Nations, they lost their nerve and quietly joined the battle.
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Third Regiment – Surprise Attack Force (20,000 troops)
Led by Tsuchikage Ōnoki.
Their role was to prevent Isamu from escaping.
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Meanwhile, Hiruzen Sarutobi and Ay remained at headquarters, ready to deploy at any moment. The other Kage could also leave command to their deputies and join the battlefield if needed.
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"Haha! Uchiha Isamu, I refuse to believe you'll survive this time."
Within the Vanguard Force, Mizukage Hozuki Eiji marched at the front with a confident smile. Surrounded by thousands of Shinobi, he felt absolute certainty.
With Byakugan scouts, the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, and elites like Orochimaru present, he believed victory was inevitable.
"Don't underestimate Isamu. He's not easy to deal with. Even if we win, we may suffer heavy losses," Orochimaru's hoarse voice cut in.
"Hmph. You're overthinking it," Hozuki Eiji scoffed. "No matter how strong he is, he's still human. His Chakra is limited. Once it runs out, he's finished."
Tsunade said nothing, though anger flickered in her eyes.
Her only goal was to find Isamu—and stop him.
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Suddenly—
Step. Step. Step.
The entire force came to a halt.
"What's going on?" Hozuki Eiji demanded.
"Regiment Commander, a massive Thorn Forest has appeared ahead, blocking our path."
"A Thorn Forest?"
Hozuki Eiji rushed forward, followed by Tsunade and the others.
Before them stretched a vast forest of thorns, dense and seemingly endless.
"Hmph. Hyuga Ninja—check how far it extends."
"Byakugan!"
The Hyuga Ninja activated his eyes, scanning the distance. After a moment, he deactivated them and shook his head.
"I can't see the end."
"You can't see the end?" Hozuki Eiji sneered. "So much for the famed Byakugan. It seems it's not as impressive as they claim."
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