The sacred land of sages.
A realm overflowing with natural energy.
In the world of Naruto, Mount Myōboku was one of the Three Great Sage Regions, alongside:
Ryūchi CaveShikkotsu Forest
It was the homeland of the legendary toad sages who mastered Senjutsu, the art of blending natural energy with chakra.
"Raiden, you're here."
A toad with long white eyebrows hopped forward.
"Have those two aliens made any moves recently?"
This toad was known as the White-Browed Toad.
Among the toads of Mount Myōboku, he served as one of the current administrators of the mountain.
In this ancient era, the future prophetic leader—
Great Toad Sage
—had not yet risen to prominence.
Thus the White-Browed Toad temporarily handled many of Mount Myōboku's affairs.
"Yes," Raiden replied in a deep voice.
"As far as I know, the two aliens seem to be in conflict with each other."
"I intend to take advantage of this opportunity… and eliminate them."
There was no need to hide anything.
The White-Browed Toad was one of his closest allies.
"Is that so…"
The toad's expression grew serious.
"These two extraterrestrials possess terrifying power."
"And the monster they command… that creature is even more frightening."
He was naturally referring to the Ten-Tails.
Ever since the Ōtsutsuki descended upon the world, Mount Myōboku had sensed the disturbance in natural energy across the planet.
The toads understood instinctively—
these beings had not arrived with good intentions.
"One of them, Kaguya, came to find me," Raiden continued.
"She wants to join forces with me to eliminate the other alien—Isshiki."
"The explanation is complicated, but you only need to trust me."
Raiden spoke calmly.
He couldn't exactly reveal that he was a transmigrator who already knew the events of history.
"Raiden… I trust you."
The White-Browed Toad nodded gently.
"You are the first human whom Mount Myōboku has truly accepted."
"You have trained here for many years."
"You are already one of us."
Raiden nodded slightly.
"Then I'll be straightforward."
"I came to borrow a few things."
"Would that be possible?"
"Hahaha!"
"No need to be polite."
The White-Browed Toad waved his webbed hand generously.
"You have long been part of Mount Myōboku."
"Treat this place as your own home."
"Take whatever you need."
Raiden smiled awkwardly.
Among the toads, he truly was a special existence.
He was the first human to form a deep cooperative relationship with Mount Myōboku in this era.
In a sense—
he could already be considered a half-sage of Mount Myōboku.
"Alright then," Raiden said.
"I need a few Toad Sage Talismans."
"And also some toads capable of using sound-based genjutsu."
He paused briefly before adding another request.
"Does Mount Myōboku possess any treasure capable of concealing one's aura?"
"The talismans and the sonic toads are easy to arrange."
The White-Browed Toad opened his mouth and pulled out several jade-colored talismans infused with natural energy.
"These are extremely precious."
"In Mount Myōboku, only a few dozen can be produced each year."
"And currently… I am the only one capable of crafting them."
Raiden accepted the talismans with a satisfied smile.
He remembered their significance clearly.
In ancient legends of the ninja world, similar talismans were once used by
Hagoromo Ōtsutsuki
to preserve life and stabilize damaged chakra networks.
They contained highly concentrated Sage Power.
After carefully storing the talismans away, Raiden asked again:
"And the concealment technique?"
The White-Browed Toad rubbed his chin thoughtfully.
"I'm not certain…"
"Let me check the ancient scrolls."
With a powerful leap, he jumped onto an enormous bookshelf.
After rummaging through ancient records for a long time—
he suddenly gasped.
"Found it!"
"The ancient toad sages truly left behind incredible wisdom!"
He quickly hopped back down.
"According to these records…"
"If flax grown on Mount Myōboku is woven together with toad oil and infused with Sage Techniques…"
"One can create a special cloak capable of concealing the wearer's presence."
"However," he warned seriously,
"It does not grant true invisibility."
"It merely suppresses the user's chakra signature and blends their presence into the environment."
"It functions much like a chameleon."
"If the enemy possesses powerful dōjutsu—"
"or if you approach them directly…"
"They will still be able to see you."
Raiden pondered silently.
Isshiki possessed the Byakugan.
But he doubted Isshiki would constantly keep it activated.
Even partial concealment would significantly improve his chances during an ambush.
"Good enough," Raiden said.
"How long will it take to make?"
"I'll begin crafting it immediately."
The White-Browed Toad replied.
"I will do my best to complete it as quickly as possible."
"Much appreciated."
Raiden nodded.
"I'll return later to collect it."
With that, he activated another technique.
"Reverse Summoning."
His body vanished instantly.
Moments later—
he reappeared inside a cavern filled with rushing water.
In his hands were several jars of fine wine he had brought from the human world.
This place was the homeland of another powerful summoning race.
The Ape Demon Clan.
The clan that would eventually produce the legendary summon
Enma,
who would later fight alongside
Hiruzen Sarutobi.
A massive white-furred ape suddenly appeared.
"Well, well."
"Isn't this Raiden?"
"I thought you preferred hanging around with those toads from Mount Myōboku."
"What are you doing in this miserable place of mine?"
The White Ape King spoke with heavy sarcasm.
"Hahaha…"
Raiden scratched his head awkwardly.
There was a reason for the ape's attitude.
When he first sought a summoning contract long ago, he had been forced to choose between two factions.
The Ape Demon Clan.
Or Mount Myōboku.
In the end, he chose the legendary sage land.
Since then, the White Ape King never missed a chance to tease him about it.
"White Ape King!"
"It's been a long time."
Raiden stepped forward and presented the wine jars.
"Brought you something good."
The ape king's eyes immediately lit up.
He grabbed the wine without hesitation.
Clearly—
he understood the saying perfectly:
Good wine makes old heroes even braver.
"Hmph."
"I told you not to come."
"You always run off to play with those toads."
The ape crossed his arms arrogantly.
"The past is the past."
"I need your help with something."
Raiden smiled and patted his shoulder.
Isshiki's abilities—particularly his size manipulation—made ninjutsu unreliable.
Against such an opponent,
pure taijutsu was often the most effective approach.
And the Ape Demon Clan specialized in exactly that.
The two sat on stone seats.
Wine was poured.
After a few cups—
the White Ape King glanced at Raiden.
"Oh?"
"You suddenly remembered me?"
"Now you want my help?"
"Yes."
"Too late!"
Even while complaining, the ape king was already grinning.
He was famous for his loyalty.
"Fine."
"Tell me."
"Who are we killing?"
Raiden smiled mysteriously.
"The two aliens outside."
"Dare to join me?"
The White Ape King burst into laughter.
"HAHAHAHA!"
"Why wouldn't I dare?"
"As long as it's alive—"
"I'll kill even a god for you!"
Raiden raised an eyebrow.
"You know that alien isn't ordinary."
The ape king took another drink and smirked.
"Speaking of that…"
"I've actually fought that male alien before."
Raiden froze.
"What?!"
"You fought Otsutsuki Isshiki?!"
Seeing Raiden's shocked expression—
the White Ape King grew even more smug.
"Hmph."
"Not only that."
"We fought for three days and three nights."
"In the end I couldn't keep going…"
"So I ran back to the spirit world."
He waved his hand dismissively.
"That guy?"
"He's just average."
"He still needs to practice."
After saying that, the White Ape King drank another cup of wine.