"Ōtsutsuki Nagato? Ōtsutsuki Obito?"
Kitagawa Minamoto's voice echoed across the battlefield, clear and unrestrained.
Madara Uchiha, who had just arrived at the frontlines, froze in his tracks, his expression turning peculiar. Hashirama Senju, who had followed him, also stopped in confusion.
"What's going on? Why have their names changed?"
"That's because they've been possessed by the Ōtsutsuki."
As the two puzzled over the situation, the voice of Tobirama Senju rang out, drawing their attention to Kitagawa Minamoto and his group, who were not far away.
"Possessed?"
Madara no longer had the energy to argue with Tobirama, nor was this the time to fight. His mind was flooded with questions.
"What exactly is happening? Could this be the so-called 'evolution'?"
At the mention of "evolution," Madara's gaze turned strange as he looked toward Kitagawa Minamoto, the true pioneer of "evolution."
"Hmph, you're truly a hopeless lunatic!"
Tobirama snorted coldly at the sight.
"Minamoto is different from them. Their situation is far more complex and unique. It seems their consciousness has been erased by the Ōtsutsuki, and their bodies have been completely taken over."
"Taken over?"
These words caused Madara's expression to grow even more serious. This was far more terrifying than he had imagined.
"Indeed, their situation doesn't look promising."
Kitagawa Minamoto chuckled lightly and nodded, clearly amused. After all, he wasn't like Obito and the others, who were mere "Karma" vessels.
Because he himself was Ōtsutsuki!
"Ōtsutsuki..."
Upon hearing this, Obito clenched his fists tightly, as if suddenly recalling something.
"You—you discovered this back in the Land of Earth? You saw everything from the very beginning?!"
"That's right, I saw it."
Kitagawa Minamoto nodded, his voice as calm as if he were chatting with a friend.
"Moreover, I could see your desire for power. Your body has already been transformed into that of an Ōtsutsuki. I imagine you must have gotten along quite well with Isshiki-senpai."
"Isshiki..."
The mention of this name made Obito shudder. It wasn't unfamiliar to him. Ōtsutsuki Minamoto often emphasized that his "Path to Godhood" was thanks to Ōtsutsuki Isshiki.
In fact, it was Isshiki who had created the very existence of Ōtsutsuki Minamoto standing before him!
Obito felt a chill run down his spine. He had never imagined that such a terrifying entity resided within him.
"Minamoto..."
At this moment, Momoshiki had lost interest in Obito entirely, focusing all his attention on Kitagawa Minamoto. His posture suggested he was ready to attack at any moment, though Kitagawa Minamoto merely shook his head.
"No need to be so tense. I currently have no interest in you—or rather, in any of you."
"No... interest?"
Momoshiki froze for a moment, but then an overwhelming sense of humiliation surged within him.
"You bastard!"
"Right now, you don't even qualify as Momoshiki-senpai anymore. You're merely 'Ōtsutsuki Nagato.'"
Kitagawa Minamoto chuckled softly, his tone light as he continued.
"Besides, you can't even fully occupy his consciousness. Otherwise, how could he have managed to release the Ten-Tails, hoping to become its Jinchūriki to free himself from your control?"
"In your current state, you're not even worthy of being a stepping stone on my 'Path to Godhood.'"
As he spoke, Kitagawa Minamoto glanced at the Ten-Tails, as if Momoshiki wasn't even worth a second look.
"The people of this world may not be strong in terms of raw power, but their willpower is extraordinarily steadfast. Perhaps this is the result of a thousand years of bloodshed and evolution."
"So, I want to see just how far they can go. I want to see whether the final opponents will be Isshiki-senpai, Momoshiki-senpai, and Urashiki-senpai, or..."
"Ōtsutsuki Obito, Ōtsutsuki Nagato, or Ōtsutsuki Kimimaro. Let's hope you don't embarrass yourselves."
Kitagawa Minamoto's words reverberated throughout the ninja world, causing everyone's expressions to turn strange.
A thousand years of bloodshed honing their willpower, resisting mental erosion, transforming into Ōtsutsuki?
Obito's face grew increasingly complex, while Kimimaro clenched his fists in the distance. Even Nagato struggled harder than ever!
"Minamoto, you lunatic..."
Within the consciousness space, Isshiki and Urashiki felt their scalps tingle. Urashiki was well aware of the changes in this world, and he could see Momoshiki's predicament.
Isshiki, having "hidden" in this world for over a thousand years, knew all too well the terrifying strength and willpower these humans could unleash in the name of "protection."
"And the sheer willpower they possess..."
Minamoto's words were practically setting them up for disaster!
"You damned bastard!"
Momoshiki couldn't hold back any longer. The soul within him struggled fiercely, and he glared at Kitagawa Minamoto, roaring as he prepared to charge forward.
Boom—
Before he could even move, he was sent flying by an invisible force. Kitagawa Minamoto's calm voice rang out once again.
"With your current state, you dare charge at me? Should I commend your courage, or mock your utter stupidity?"
"Or perhaps you can't even distinguish between recklessness and bravery?"
After delivering this remark, Kitagawa Minamoto turned toward the Ten-Tails without looking back. Still, he left behind one more comment.
"In your current state, even if given a thousand years, you wouldn't be able to touch me, Momoshiki-senpai."
"You..."
Momoshiki's fury was palpable, but he seemed incapable of dealing with Ōtsutsuki Minamoto now. Nagato's fierce struggle was becoming unbearable for him, even allowing Black Zetsu to regain some mobility.
"Minamoto's target is the Ten-Tails."
Elsewhere, Tobirama spoke in a low voice.
"We can't let him succeed so easily. Besides, I have an idea."
"What idea?"
Kitagawa Minamoto looked at Tobirama curiously, wondering what the crafty Second Hokage had in mind. After all, wrapping up this grand spectacle was something worth pondering.
"We'll handle Ōtsutsuki Minamoto. We can't let him take the Ten-Tails easily. And you..."
Tobirama's expression hardened as he paused briefly before speaking resolutely.
"You go and kill Obito, Nagato, and Kimimaro!"
"?"
Kitagawa Minamoto was momentarily stunned. What kind of plan was this?
But in an instant, he understood. Not just him—Minato Namikaze, Madara, and even Hashirama all grasped Tobirama's intentions!
"Hmph, this plan does make sense..."
Madara snorted coldly. This battle had devolved into utter chaos. Even though Hashirama and the others remained his enemies, when faced with a greater threat—one that sought to destroy the world—his stance could shift slightly.
The immediate priority was to prevent the Ten-Tails from being captured!
"Let Ōtsutsuki fight Ōtsutsuki, huh?"
Minato murmured softly, his gaze toward Obito tinged with complexity. But he quickly nodded.
"This approach is indeed appropriate. Compared to someone as terrifying as Ōtsutsuki Minamoto, Obito and the others are relatively easier to deal with."
"Exactly. Ōtsutsuki Minamoto is far too dangerous."
Hashirama inhaled deeply, his expression growing solemn.
"Minamoto, even if you've faced him before, he likely wasn't going all out. You might have a chance now, but I'd rather you focus on protecting yourself. So..."
"The first battle is ours. We'll probe his depths and gather more intel!"
Tobirama spoke coldly, his gaze fixed intently on Ōtsutsuki Minamoto in the sky.
"After our probing and the Ōtsutsuki's exhaustion, that will be your moment to strike. The future of the ninja world depends on you!"
"Hmph, and we have the key information left by the Sage of Six Paths as our safeguard. Besides..."
Madara added coldly, his Chakra surging, his battle intent rising.
"There's still an old score to settle from our last encounter!"
In an instant, the four adjusted their energy to peak condition, fixing their sights on Ōtsutsuki Minamoto as his power continued to surge. The next moment, the four of them charged forward, their focus entirely on Minamoto!
"A god from the same clan as the Rabbit Goddess—a true deity, huh..."
Among the four, only Madara had experienced the pain of facing Minamoto directly. The others had only seen him from afar. Minato had only heard of him in legends!
Facing such an opponent, their hearts were filled with trepidation. They knew that Impure World Reincarnation had no effect on such a "god."
But they pressed on regardless. Whether to buy time for Kitagawa Minamoto or to protect the world, they were willing to risk everything!
"..."
Watching this unfold, Kitagawa Minamoto's Divine Tree clone was utterly dumbfounded. Even the real Minamoto floating in the sky was stunned.
"Wait, am I really the ultimate villain now?!"
Though he had always known that his identity as "Ōtsutsuki Minamoto" was destined for the path of a supreme antagonist, this scene—three Hokage, plus Hashirama, all rallying against him—was beyond absurd.
"What is this supposed to be?!"
Minamoto felt both amused and exasperated. But the four were already closing in.
"Ōtsutsuki Minamoto..."
Tobirama's expression was grave. Minato sighed softly.
"Sorry, but we can't let you continue any further."
"The world cannot afford to let you wreak havoc."
Hashirama spoke solemnly, while Madara growled angrily.
"A so-called god, huh? Always hiding behind a mask. This time, I'll tear it off and see your face clearly!"
"..."
Minamoto looked at them speechlessly. If they really managed to tear off his mask, they'd probably be scared to death.
Not that it mattered—he had plenty of contingencies prepared.
Moreover, Tobirama's plan wasn't entirely unreasonable. In fact, it might even help Kaguya Ōtsutsuki in some way.
"Alright then... since you're so confident, I'll give you a chance."
Minamoto descended slowly from the sky, his gaze calm as he addressed the four.
"Just a friendly reminder—no matter how hard ants try..."
"They can never topple an elephant."
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