Takeda frowned, considering the risks. "That's a high-risk mission, General. What's the extraction plan?"
"You won't be alone," Yamaguchi assured him. He pulled four files from a stack on the table and handed them to Takeda. "You'll be leading Operation 'Snake Beheading.' These are your team members."
Takeda took the files, scanning their contents quickly. "Two of them are from Kirigakure… and their psychological profiles are questionable at best." He looked up sharply. "Are they reliable? Kiri's not exactly our ally."
Yamaguchi nodded, acknowledging the concern. "We've vetted them thoroughly. One is fiercely loyal to Kirigakure, but both have been cleared by our intelligence.
They're not aligned with the current Mizukage and despise his anti-Kekkei Genkai stance. They're skilled and expendable—perfect for this mission."
Takeda nodded, satisfied with the explanation. "Understood, General. I'll brief the team and prepare for deployment."
Yamaguchi's expression remained serious. "This operation is crucial, Takeda. If you succeed, we could turn the tide of this war. We're counting on you."
Takeda snapped a salute. "You can rely on us, sir. We won't fail."
With that, Takeda left the room, his mind already working on the details of the mission. The fate of the operation—and perhaps the entire war—rested on his team's shoulders.
As he stepped outside and glanced at the distant village of Uzushiogakure, he knew this was the moment that would define their success or failure.
On the fateful 7th day of the siege, tensions were high as the army prepared themselves for what they hoped would be the final confrontation with the Uzumaki clan.
The sun had not yet begun to rise fully, casting an eerie glow over the battlefield as the soldiers gathered in their respective positions.
Meanwhile, Takeda, the leader of the secret team tasked with enacting Operation Snake Beheading, gathered his team and prepared to make their move. The success of their mission would be crucial in turning the tide of the battle in their favor.
As the soldiers formed their battle lines, Takeda and his team quietly slipped away from the main army and made their way towards the reinforcements that were scheduled to arrive that day.
They boarded a small boat and began their journey towards the reinforcements, hoping to brief them on the plan before they arrived.
Takeda wasted no time and immediately began to brief his team on their mission.
As Takeda stood at the front of the boat, his eyes stern and determined. He knew that the success of this operation could mean the difference between victory and defeat for his army.
"Listen up," he began, his voice carrying over the sound of the waves. "We're heading to the reinforcement, but we don't have time to waste. I need you all to pay attention and focus on the task at hand."
The members of his team, all skilled Shinobi and experienced in battle, nodded in agreement. They knew that Takeda was not one to be taken lightly and that his words carried great weight.
"Our objective is to infiltrate the Uzushiogakure and take out capture their Heir, you know more than I do how they value Family,"
Takeda continued. "We have reason to believe that their army will crumble after the success of this operation, and that will give us the advantage we need to win this war."
The Shinobi listened intently, their eyes fixed on Takeda. They knew that this was a dangerous mission, but they were ready to do whatever it took to ensure their army's victory.
"We'll be moving in and use the chaos of the battlefield to our advantage," Takeda said, his voice low and serious.
"Once we breach their battle line, and arrive at the Uzukage Tower, we'll split up and take out their guards one by one, then we regroup. From there, it's just a matter of finding their Heir and make them surrender. Now, Any questions?"
The Shinobi nodded in understanding, their faces grim and determined. They knew that this mission would require all of their skill and bravery, but they were ready to face whatever lay ahead.
However, one member spoke up, a Kiri-nin "What if the Uzumaki's decided that death is better than their heir? as everyone here seems to notice, the Uzumaki's are prepared to die, do you really think that capturing the Uzumaki's Heir is a good idea? without forgetting the risks that has this mission."
Takeda's expression hardened at the question, knowing that it was a possibility they had considered. "We have to assume that they won't willingly give up their heir," he said firmly. "But we cannot let that deter us from our mission.
We have to be prepared for all eventualities, including the possibility that we may have to use the Heir to escape in case of failure."
He paused, looking each member of his team in the eye. "But remember, our ultimate goal is to end this war with as little bloodshed on our side as possible.
If the Uzumaki clan is willing to surrender after we capture their heir, then we will go according to our Kage's plan, capture and split them and integrate them to our respective villages."
His face turned grim, he continue "But if they choose to fight, then we will be ready."
The Shinobi nodded once again, their faces still resolute. They knew the risks of the mission, but they were ready to face whatever came their way.
Takeda took a deep breath and looked out towards the armada of boats, the sun slowly rising behind him.
The small boat continued on its journey towards the reinforcements, the Shinobi onboard silently preparing themselves for the mission that lay ahead. As they drew closer, they embarked on the main boat of the armada.
As he got onboard, he made he way toward the cabinet of the Commander, as he entered the dimly lit cabinet, he bowed slightly.
"Jonin Takeda Arashi, I am here to debrief on the situation."
"At ease," the Commander said, his eyes fixed on Takeda. "Report."