AI Model: gemini-3.0-flashChapter 11: book of evil
"Oh?"
To Naruto's slight surprise, a simple, unintentional act of his had actually yielded a reward of one hundred evil points.
Moreover, his cumulative evil points had reached four hundred, and his Villain Rank had increased accordingly.
"400 evil points to upgrade to LV2. For the next upgrade, do I have to wait until I accumulate 4,000 evil points?"
Thinking this, Naruto also couldn't wait to see what new functions his System had added.
Summoning the System, a light screen appeared.
A new module appeared before his eyes.
[book of evil]
"What is this?"
Opening the [book of evil], there were only five pages in total.
At the same time, as if to answer his confusion, the System began its introduction.
[New Function — book of evil]
[When any target casts a Ninjutsu, the host can consume 400 evil points to record that Ninjutsu in the book of evil]
[Afterward, the host can use this Ninjutsu at any time]
[The host's proficiency and power when using this Ninjutsu depend entirely on the target's state when they cast it]
[The host does not need to perform cultivation, nor can they further improve their mastery of this Ninjutsu through cultivation]
[Note: The book of evil cannot record special Bloodline Limit Ninjutsu (e.g., "Kotoamatsukami") or Ninjutsu that require special conditions to perform (e.g., Sage Jutsu)]
"I see."
Naruto nodded.
"In other words, I can copy other people's techniques and store them, then use them whenever I want later."
Many Ninjutsu have harsh learning conditions.
For example, Ino's "Mind Transfer Jutsu," Shikamaru's "Shadow Possession Jutsu," and Choji's "Expansion Jutsu."
As Secret Techniques of the Yamanaka, Nara, and Akimichi clans, they have always been passed down orally.
Unless I draw a scroll through the System's lucky draw, I would have no chance of learning these Secret Techniques at all.
"With the book of evil, I can record them directly, so these Secret Techniques can be used by me as well."
But the drawbacks are also obvious.
First, the book of evil cannot record special Bloodline Limit Ninjutsu or Ninjutsu that require special conditions to perform.
You should know, these are the truly powerful Ninjutsu in the Ninja World that can be used until the grand finale.
Second, the Ninjutsu recorded by the book of evilcannot be improved through cultivation; they depend entirely on the caster's state at that time.
While on one hand, this has certain benefits—
For example, currently, I only have an overall strength close to that of a Jonin.
If I could copy a Ninjutsu released by a Kage-levelcaster, the effect would be self-evident.
But in this way, it cannot complement the System's Simulated Cultivation function.
For instance, using strategically valuable techniques like the "Shadow Possession Jutsu" or "Mind Transfer Jutsu."
The current Shikamaru and Ino are only at the Genin level; even if I copy them, the effect will be greatly diminished.
Third, the evil points required for the book of evilto copy a Ninjutsu are simply too many.
A single Ninjutsu costs a full four hundred points!
You should know, I have only obtained a total of four hundred evil points so far.
After deducting the one hundred and fifty points spent on Simulated Cultivation, there are two hundred and fifty points left.
"How should I choose..."
Naruto fell into deep thought.
He needed to carefully recall the plot progression and various details of the original work before making a decision.
"Whatever, I'll think about it later."
"For now, the goal is still to earn as many evil points as possible."
Besides the new [book of evil] function, the increase in Villain Rank also brought him a lucky draw opportunity.
However, he didn't plan to use it now.
After all, so many people in the examination hall were staring at him.
If he happened to draw a Ninjutsu and a huge scroll suddenly dropped out of thin air...
Or if he happened to draw a special Bloodline Limit ability and directly awakened his eyes on the spot, there would be no way to explain it.
Just then.
"Forty-five minutes are up."
Ibiki Morino on the podium suddenly spoke slowly.
"Now, I will announce the tenth question."
Like a bolt from the blue, it suddenly exploded throughout the examination hall.
The eyes of all the candidates were fixed on him... Outside the Hokage Office in Konoha.
Kakashi, Kurenai Yuhi, Asuma Sarutobi, and several other Jōnin Instructors were sitting together bored, waiting for the results of the first written exam.
"By the way, Kurenai, at what age did you promote to Chunin?"
Asuma asked while smoking.
"Thirteen. How about you?"
He thought for a moment: "I think it was twelve. What about Kakashi?"
"Oh right, I forgot you're a monster... graduated from the Ninja Academy at five and became a Chunin at six."
Asuma laughed self-deprecatingly, and Kakashiclosed the adult book in his hand, commenting:
"Speaking of which, the proctor for the first exam this year is actually that sadist Ibiki Morino..."
"Sadist?" Kurenai was a bit confused.
"It's because you're a new Jonin that you wouldn't know..."
Asuma introduced while smoking:
"Konoha Anbu, Captain of the Torture and Interrogation Force, Special Jonin—Ibiki Morino."
"Although physical torture cannot be conducted during the exam, the candidates will surely suffer mentally from his skillful use of interrogation techniques."
"Sigh, these kids are truly pitiful."
Just as the few were discussing animatedly, the door of the Hokage Office was pushed open with a creak.
"Sandaime-sama!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi, wearing his Hokage robes and hat, appeared in the corridor.
The Jonin were startled and immediately stood up to salute.
"I, for one, have great confidence in these children."
Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled and gestured for everyone to sit: "After all, they should be the most outstanding class in recent years."
"Oh?"
They hadn't expected the Sandaime to suddenly give such a high evaluation of their students.
Everyone was stunned, but Guy gave a thumbs-up at this moment, showing his signature smile.
"Indeed, I think so too. Neji, Lee, and Tenten are all quite remarkable children. Their future achievements will definitely not be below mine!"
Kakashi rolled his eyes.
Idiot, you guys were clearly from the previous class, okay?
"Neji Hyuga?" The Sandaime stroked his chin. "I heard this child is a Genius once in a hundred years for the Hyuga Clan. I'm really looking forward to it..."
He suddenly looked at Kakashi.
"And Sasuke, I heard his recent performance has also been quite brilliant?"
"Hmm? Oh... right."
Kakashi thought for a moment, "He is indeed very excellent."
"It seems the focus of this year's Chunin Exams will be the competition between these two?"
Kurenai chimed in at this point.
Regarding her own three students—Kiba, Hinata, and Shino.
Except for Shino, who felt slightly reliable to her, the other two... were always a bit dazed.
"Hey, don't look down on my students."
Asuma's hand had just rested on her shoulder when she lightly brushed it away.
Kurenai: "The Ino–Shika–Chō combo is quite powerful together, but individually, I don't think they can beat Sasuke or Neji."
Hiruzen Sarutobi watched the Jonin's discussion with a chuckle.
"They are all good children..."
He felt deeply gratified in his heart.
"The number of people passing the Chunin Examsthis year should set a record..."