A clear and resonant voice echoed across the battlefield, and in an instant, a deadly barrage of kunai and shuriken filled the sky, explosive tags trailing flames towards each faction's camp.
Boom!
Before anyone could even react, the hidden weapons, laden with explosive tags, collided with the camps, filling the air with deafening explosions.
Water Style: Great Waterfall Technique
Elite Mist shinobi emerged from the mist, each of them swiftly forming hand seals. With a unified shout, they conjured a massive waterfall, crashing towards the battlefield with unstoppable force. Simultaneously, five more Mist shinobi swiftly formed their seals and clapped their hands together in unison.
Earth Style: Earthquake Core
The ground beneath the battlefield trembled violently, large pits opening up in the earth. The earth shook, and massive sections of the terrain collapsed under the weight of this powerful ninjutsu.
The Leaf ninjas, however, were ready. Those skilled in Earth Style quickly formed seals, slamming their hands against the ground.
Earth Style: Earth Flow Wall
Massive walls of earth erupted from the ground, towering over the battlefield, standing firm like a dam ready to hold back the forces of nature. The clash of the waterfall against the earth walls caused the forces of nature to momentarily cancel each other out, leaving a stunning visual spectacle.
The Earth Style shinobi from the Mist, not to be outdone, manipulated the terrain, reshaping the battlefield. The large pits created by the Earthquake Core technique were quickly filled with water, forming vast lakes that stretched across the area.
The battlefield had transformed into a series of small lakes, the perfect environment for the Mist shinobi to exploit.
"All Leaf ninjas prepare for battle!"
The Leaf ninjas shouted in unison, their spirits burning with determination. Leading the charge, Uchiha Kaien stood tall, his eyes locking on the charging Mist shinobi, and the three-tomoe Sharingan in his eyes began to swirl.
In the chill of the battlefield, Kaien placed a black military ration pill, a secret concoction of the Uchiha clan, in his mouth. With a quiet swallow, the pill worked its magic, increasing his chakra limits and recovering his energy. Unlike ordinary military ration pills, this formula was highly effective, though its effects came with considerable side effects.
Kaien quickly formed hand seals and, with a precise cut to his finger, slammed his palm onto the earth.
Summoning Jutsu!
In an instant, a thick cloud of smoke enveloped the battlefield, and a fearsome roar shattered the air. As the smoke cleared, the terrifying figure of Manda, the mighty snake, emerged.
"Little brat," Manda hissed, his eyes glaring at Kaien.
Before Manda could say more, Kaien pointed towards the distant water reservoirs and barked, "Manda, all the Mist ninjas ahead are your sacrifices. First, go underground and puncture their water reservoirs."
Manda shot him an incredulous look, but after a moment of contemplation, he reluctantly complied. Their previous agreement was too tempting to ignore.
"Next time, I hope to hear something good, brat," Manda grumbled, but Kaien was already leaping away, unfazed by the snake's attitude.
"If you're unwilling, we can go our separate ways. Your talent is limited, and your life is near its end anyway. Help me, and I won't forget my promises."
"Hmph, despicable brat!" Manda roared before vanishing into the earth with a swift movement. His presence caused a ripple of excitement among the Leaf ninjas, who now cheered at the sight of the massive snake.
"It's Lord Manda!"
"Lord Kaien's summoning creature, kill!"
The Leaf and Mist ninjas clashed ferociously, their combat echoing across the battlefield. Every corner was filled with the sound of clashing blades, jutsu, and battle cries.
The Mist shinobi were deploying tactical countermeasures, and it was evident they had prepared specifically for Kaien. Among the approaching enemies, Kaien's sharp eyes caught sight of three formidable figures, one of whom was a familiar face.
"Kisame," Kaien muttered under his breath, a cold smile curling his lips. "And Kirigakure's Ao, from the Bingo Book."
Ao, known for acquiring the Byakugan during the Third Great Ninja War, was now a notorious figure. Kaien smirked, remembering the last time he had faced him.
"No need for praise, Ao," Kaien said coolly. "I remember you from Konoha's Bingo Book."
"Trying to be clever again, Kaien?" Kisame taunted as the two sides closed in on one another.
Kaien smirked and raised his hand, signaling the start of the battle.
Fire Style: Phoenix Sage Fire Technique!
A barrage of fireballs erupted from his mouth, striking at the Mist shinobi, forcing them to defend. At the same time, the curse mark on Kaien's neck flared with power, causing his body to heat up, the spread of energy increasing his strength.
Kisame quickly responded with his own defensive jutsu, while Ao and another Kirigakure ninja attacked from the flanks.
Water Style: Water Formation Wall!
Kisame's Water Style formed a protective barrier that absorbed the fireballs, but Kaien was already moving with lightning speed, his form a blur as he darted across the battlefield.
Kaien's lightning-infused speed allowed him to close the distance almost instantly, but as the two sides collided, a flash of light filled the air.
Lightning Style: Lightning Slash!
The blade was faster than his opponents could react, and before Ao and the other Mist ninja could retaliate, a brilliant flash of lightning split the air. The two Mist ninjas were barely able to react as Kaien's attack tore through their defenses.
But Kisame wasn't deterred. With a swift motion, he unleashed a powerful wave of water.
Water Style: Exploding Water Colliding Wave!
A massive water prison formed around Kaien, trapping him inside. The immense pressure of the water cut off his access to chakra and forced him to struggle against the current.
Inside the water prison, Kisame smirked. "Ha, you can't use your Fire or Lightning Style here."
But Kaien was unperturbed. His Mangekyou Sharingan activated, its power allowing him to see through the murky water with perfect clarity.
Genjutsu!
With a subtle flicker of his eyes, Kaien tried to ensnare Kisame in his Genjutsu. But Ao, standing nearby, immediately disrupted the flow of chakra, rendering the Genjutsu ineffective.
"Not bad," Kaien thought, recognizing their quick adaptation.
Kisame, seeing his moment of victory, was too confident. But Kaien was already planning his next move.
Earth Style: Earthquake Fist!
With a massive explosion, Kaien struck the bottom of the water prison, shattering it and causing the water to surge in all directions. As the water receded, Kaien was already on the move, using the earth beneath him to propel himself forward.
But just as he thought he had the upper hand, a flash of movement appeared from below. A sharp object pierced his foot, and Kaien's body was thrown into chaos.
The massive figure of Suikazan Fuguki appeared, his massive form a blur of water.
"Little brat, I've been waiting for you," Fuguki's voice echoed menacingly, his water clone having trapped Kaien in a vicious gambit.
Kaien gritted his teeth, blood mixing with the water. The battle was far from over, and the Mist shinobi were determined to see this fight to the end.
But Kaien, ever resourceful, was already thinking of his next move.
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