More than a week had passed since Shimoku returned from the Rain Hidden Village.
During this time, Orochimaru had practically devoted himself entirely to studying the White Zetsu bodies and the Impure World Reincarnation.
At present, he'd already largely mastered the use of the White Zetsu bodies.
They really were the perfect sacrifice for the Impure World Reincarnation.
Far superior to ordinary ninja bodies.
After all, each of these White Zetsu bodies contained varying fragments of Hashirama's cells—highly active and of exceptional quality.
Besides the sacrificial body's quality,
The caster's skill level, the refinement of this Kinjutsu, the will of the reincarnated individual—all these factors
Influenced the overall strength of the final reincarnated puppet.
Right now, although Orochimaru hadn't perfected the Impure World Reincarnation to its ultimate level, merely upgrading it based on Tobirama Senju—the Second Hokage's original technique—
It was still significantly stronger than the basic version.
It would suffice for short-term usage.
...
Currently, north of Otogakure,
On a deserted grassland, Orochimaru was making the final preparations for this reincarnation ritual.
Medium: The remains of Kinkaku and Ginkaku.
Sacrifice: Two White Zetsu bodies.
Cursed Seals: Complex patterns of cursed markings.
Talismans: Kunai embedded with Talismans, used to suppress the reincarnated puppets.
Everything was already set.
"Orochimaru, there's no need to place those kunai with Talismans."
"Those talismans probably suppress the consciousness and power of the reincarnated ones, right?"
Shimoku waved his hand dismissively as he spoke to Orochimaru.
"If we don't use them, I won't have full control over Kinkaku and Ginkaku after they're reincarnated!"
Orochimaru narrowed his eyes and honestly reminded him.
After all, he wasn't familiar with the actual power of Kinkaku and Ginkaku.
But just the fact that they were said to have killed Tobirama—the inventor of this Kinjutsu—was enough to make them intimidating.
If possible, he naturally wanted to play it safe.
"No need. These two are nothing but treasure-bearing children. No need to worry."
Shimoku replied confidently.
With his current strength, not only could he handle two weakened versions of Kinkaku and Ginkaku,
But even in their prime, they were still no match for him.
No need to worry.
"Fine! Then let's proceed like this."
Orochimaru stopped arguing and agreed to Shimoku's decision.
After all, if any unexpected problems arose, he could always escape quickly.
Let that kid deal with the problems instead.
...
[Impure World Reincarnation Technique!]
Orochimaru performed the hand seals and finally activated this forbidden jutsu.
The next moment,
Two souls were forcibly pulled from the Pure Land into the filthy mortal world.
They quickly merged into the sacrificed White Zetsu bodies.
Then covered by a thick cloud of dust, reshaping themselves into the forms of their former selves.
At the same time, Orochimaru followed Shimoku's instructions exactly.
He didn't insert the kunai embedded with Talismans into their heads, giving up on suppressing their consciousness in order to maximize their pre-death combat abilities.
Even this incomplete form of the Impure World Reincarnation couldn't fully restore the original power of those brought back.
In an instant,
Kinkaku and Ginkaku, reincarnated through the Impure World technique, stabilized their forms and regained consciousness.
"Kinkaku, are we... resurrected?"
Looking at himself and the unfamiliar surroundings, Ginkaku looked confused.
"No, not true resurrection. This isn't our original body!"
"Then what is it?"
"It's an Impure World body! The reincarnation technique created by the Second Hokage!"
"What disgrace! We actually got caught in the jutsu of the Second whom we defeated before!"
Kinkaku and Ginkaku muttered curses under their breath.
They quickly recognized this forbidden technique with extreme displeasure.
Being bound by a jutsu created by someone they had killed was indeed hard to accept.
...
On the other side,
seeing the successful reincarnation, Shimoku and Orochimaru were both pleased.
"Kinkaku, Ginkaku, unleash your full strength and attack this brat in front of you!"
Orochimaru silently transmitted his command while forming hand seals.
Although he didn't use talismans to suppress their minds, as the one performing the jutsu, he could still control their actions to a large extent—ordering them to attack and fight.
This was also the prior plan between Orochimaru and Shimoku.
They could only activate the Six Paths Ninjutsu Tools—and create the chance to seize them—by forcing Kinkaku and Ginkaku to unleash their full power.
As for whether Kinkaku and Ginkaku could defeat this kid called Shimoku?
Orochimaru didn't even bother thinking about it.
With the kid's strength, probably only a ninja at the level of the Ninja God Hashirama Senju could defeat him.
Kinkaku and Ginkaku were far from reaching that level.
...
Receiving Orochimaru's command,
Kinkaku and Ginkaku felt a powerful binding force from their souls, compelling them to obey.
"This kind of order?"
"Hmph! Making us attack just a little brat? What's wrong with this caster?"
"No choice. We'll have to act. Ginkaku!"
"Fine, let's do it then! Kill this brat first, then find a way to remove this forbidden technique."
"Alright!"
Kinkaku and Ginkaku exchanged glances and made the decision in unison.
They didn't want to obey completely, but for now, they had no choice.
The next moment,
Kinkaku opened his large mouth wide and spat out several Six Paths Ninjutsu Tools, including the [Seven Stars Sword] and the Bashosen!
Clearly, he had stored all these tools inside the spatial storage pouch within his stomach while alive.
Therefore, after their deaths,
Kumogakure wasn't able to recover these four Six Paths Ninjutsu Tools.
After retrieving the Six Paths weapons, Kinkaku and Ginkaku immediately launched their attack.
"Take this, Bashosen!"
Kinkaku swung the Bashosen fiercely.
This Six Paths tool could easily release attacks of the five chakra natures—fire, water, lightning, wind, and earth—in one go.
It didn't require any hand seals to use—fast, powerful, and incredibly practical.
The next moment,
a massive wave of fire-natured chakra roared out from within the Bashosen, transforming into a gigantic fire dragon charging straight toward Shimoku!
Firing a Fire Release at me? Interesting!
Fire Release: Great Dragon Fire Technique!
Shimoku formed hand seals and unleashed the technique.
In an instant, a crimson fire dragon—three or four times larger than the one summoned by the Bashosen—roared forth from his mouth.
With blazing claws and fangs, it lunged and devoured the enemy's fire dragon in one effortless bite!
Ferocious and unstoppable...
"How could this be... This is still a Fire Release?"
"It's actually stronger than the Bashosen!"
Kinkaku was shocked. He exclaimed in alarm.
This was the first time he had witnessed anyone's ninjutsu surpassing the power of the Bashosen!
Who exactly is this kid?
No time for hesitation.
Kinkaku quickly rolled to the right, barely dodging the enormous fire dragon thanks to the extra defensive power granted by the Kokinjo.
But in the next moment,
Before he could even regain his footing,
His vision blurred, and suddenly a figure appeared right in front of him.
[Cunjin - Skull Crusher!]
Before Kinkaku could react, an ancient, monstrous force struck his chest—shattering him instantly into countless dust particles that scattered into the air.
The Bashosen and Kokinjo in his hands were swiftly seized by Shimoku.
"Kinkaku!"
Ginkaku screamed from the left.
Everything happened too fast—he — Ginkaku — hadn't even reacted yet.
Kinkaku was already reduced to ashes!
That's insane!
Even the Third Raikage wasn't this horrifying back then, was he?
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