Complete control over perception.
This had already surpassed the scope of ordinary illusions.
If this ability were encountered in actual combat, even an experienced swordsman would instantly lose his sense of direction.
"It's a perfect combination of jujutsu and swordsmanship," Shunichi said slowly. "Or in other words, it is the resonance of Star Plasma power and the Zanpakutō."
Suguru nodded thoughtfully. "Indeed, the characteristics of this ability match the nature of Star Plasma. Distortion, subversion, chaos, but there is also a peculiar order within the chaos."
"Do you want to give it a try?" Satoshi broke the brief silence with his suggestion. He glanced around and said, "Of course, we will keep it within a safe range. It is important for us to understand the limits of Sakanade."
Satoru stood up almost instantly, his aura sharpening. "Of course I have to try it. How could I not experience this interesting ability myself?" He looked at Amanai Riko. "How about letting me be the first test subject?"
Riko looked at Satoshi with some hesitation. "But, his Six Eyes..."
"It is precisely because of the Six Eyes that it is more valuable for testing," Satoshi said calmly. "We need to know whether Sakanade can affect special eye techniques."
Shoko gently patted Riko's shoulder. "It's okay, Riko. This really is necessary training. And through this, you can better understand your own power."
"I'll join in too," Suguru stepped forward, eyes gleaming with a researcher's curiosity.
Naoya and Shinsuke exchanged glances, then walked forward. Even though there was some conflict with the Gojo clan, Naoya had to admit to himself that this unprecedented power was worth studying.
Riko took a deep breath, feeling Star Plasma flowing through her body and resonating with Sakanade. She raised her Zanpakutō, and the blue light along the blade grew brighter and brighter. "Then, I will begin."
In an instant, the entire forge room seemed to distort.
Golden runes flowed in the air, complementing the dark blue light that surged against the sky, forming a strange field.
Satoru suddenly felt dizzy, and when he opened his eyes again, the world in front of him had completely changed.
This feeling... He subconsciously raised his right hand, but saw his left hand moving in his vision. Interesting. Even the Six Eyes cannot completely see through this. No, this should not be called an illusion, but a more fundamental distortion of perception.
"How is it, Satoru?" Satoshi asked, though he could already read the answer on his brother's face.
Satoru showed a rare serious expression. "It is beyond my expectations. The Six Eyes can see the essence of this distortion, but I still cannot fully resist its influence."
He tried to take a step forward, but involuntarily leaned to one side. "It is like moving in a completely upside-down world."
Shoko also fell under Sakanade's effect. As an experienced medical sorcerer, her understanding of the human body was professional. Yet at this moment, even her confident medical sense was completely scrambled.
It is so frightening.
Cold sweat broke out on Shoko's forehead, and a solemn look appeared on her usually gentle face.
If you encountered this in battle, even the most precise healing techniques would become extremely difficult, because it would be impossible to determine the actual location of the injury.
"Shoko, how do you feel?" Shunichi asked.
Shoko took a deep breath. "As a medical sorcerer, I have to say, in some ways this is more dangerous than a direct attack. It not only reduces combat effectiveness, it also interferes with rescue and treatment."
Suguru tried to adapt to the sensation. He took a cautious step forward, yet still almost lost his balance. Under Sakanade, he could not determine his position or direction at all. Even the aura of his Cursed Spirits became chaotic.
This is no longer simple visual deception.
There was a hint of shock in Suguru's voice.
It is a subversion of the entire perceptual system. If combined with Star Plasma power, even a Grade 1 sorcerer would likely fall into chaos.
The Zenin brothers' reactions were more direct. Naoya had to hold on to the wall to remain standing, while Shinsuke simply gave up moving and chose to stand still.
"This level of chaos," Naoya gritted out, "is completely beyond ordinary jujutsu."
Just a girl who has never practiced martial arts can make Satoru feel pressured...
Kumaen's gaze drifted between Riko and Satoshi.
Is this the path you chose, Satoshi? Using your Zanpakutō to channel Star Plasma is indeed a brilliant idea.
This reversal not only affects surface-level perception, more importantly, it feels so natural that people cannot adapt at all. Even if you know it is a trick, your body will move the wrong way on its own. This is beyond the realm of ordinary jujutsu.
"If we were to evaluate Riko," Shunichi broke the silence, "based on the power Sakanade has shown so far..."
"At least Grade 2," Kumaen took over, his old voice carrying a hint of barely concealed shock. "With only this one ability, she has already reached that level. You should know, even for those born gifted, reaching this point without long-term training is very difficult."
(To be continued.)
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