"Ding ding ding!"
The sound of metal clashing filled the air as ninja tools were launched at the Watermelon Mountain Puffer Demon from all directions. With a swift motion, he swung his enormous sword, the blade spinning like a whirlwind. The sheer force of the spinning blade knocked all the ninja tools away with ease, as if they were nothing more than leaves in the wind.
After the sword completed its circle, it suddenly changed direction, swinging toward the Hyuga ninja who had just attacked. The Hyuga ninja's eyes narrowed, and he immediately thrust his hand forward in response.
"Eight Trigrams Palm!" The Hyuga ninja struck with precise control, his chakra forming into a powerful shockwave that surged through the air, directly colliding with the massive sword.
However, to his shock, the blade didn't waver. It met the chakra-infused shockwave head-on, and the sword, though slightly vibrating, continued forward. The blue barbs along the blade seemed to twitch, almost alive, as if the sword itself was feeding on the chakra.
The Hyuga ninja's mind raced. He had never anticipated that his Eight Trigrams Palm would fail to stop such an attack. Instinctively, he attempted to retreat, but the sword was already too close.
"Eight Trigrams: Palm Rotation!" The Hyuga ninja's voice was firm as he quickly assumed a defensive stance. Chakra enveloped his body, forming a semi-circular azure shield that shimmered with power.
The massive sword collided with the shield, and for a brief moment, it appeared as though the Hyuga's defense would hold. But in the next instant, over half of the protective barrier disintegrated under the force of the blow. The cruel gleam in the Mist Demon's eyes was unmistakable as he pushed forward, his blade sweeping across the Hyuga ninja's arm.
The moment the blade made contact, all of the chakra within the Hyuga's body was siphoned away. The ninja's body crumpled, lifeless, like a dried husk.
Around the fallen Hyuga ninja, the Konoha forces stood frozen, their eyes wide with terror. The realization hit them like a cold wave: the swords of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen were no mere weapons—they were death itself, draining the life force of their victims with every touch.
Fuguki swung his sword again, sending a wave of force through the air. The Konoha ninjas, who had been planning to surround him, instantly retreated, fear gripping them. But one unlucky ninja, too close to Fuguki reach, was struck by the blade. He was sent flying through the air before crashing violently to the ground—his body lifeless before it even hit the ground.
The chakra-absorbing blade of Fuguki rendered all ninjas powerless. No matter how much chakra they had, it was as if the very essence of their abilities was drained away, leaving them vulnerable. In close combat, Fuguki 's skills were just as deadly. Every swing of his blade was precise and deadly, cutting through Konoha's defenses like a hot knife through butter.
Elsewhere on the battlefield, Jinin Akebino, another member of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen, was wreaking havoc with his terrifying weapon—a hybrid Axe and Hammer. His weapon was a blur of motion, striking out with brutal force. Every swing shattered the weapons of the Konoha ninjas like paper, leaving only destruction in its wake.
Though Konoha had numerical superiority, the arrival of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen had completely shifted the balance. Konoha's forces were now playing defense, their tactical advantage nullified by the overwhelming power of the Seven.
Uchiha Fugaku, once calm and collected, now found himself increasingly worried. The mission given to him by Konoha was clear: swiftly defeat the Kirigakure forces. But the Seven Ninja Swordsmen were unlike any enemy he had ever faced. Though his forces were large, these individuals were weapons of destruction in their own right. If Fugaku could free himself from the current battle, he might still be able to turn the tide. However, Terumi Ryuunosuke, his opponent, was just as skilled, and he could not afford to underestimate her.
"Fire Style: Great Dragon Fire!" Fugaku called out, his hands moving in a flurry of seals. As he dodged Terumi Ryuunosuke's water whip, he launched a massive fireball toward her. The fire dragon roared to life, its massive form churning the air as it charged toward her.
Terumi Ryuunosuke's reaction was swift. She formed seals of her own and exhaled a stream of water that quickly coalesced into a large water dragon. The dragon's form twisted and spun, gathering the water that had pooled on the battlefield.
"Shhh!" The two elements clashed with a deafening noise. Water collided with fire, steam rising into the air as the two jutsu neutralized each other. The force of the impact shook the ground, leaving only the thick steam hanging in the air.
Both ninjas paused for a moment, each assessing the situation. Terumi Ryuunosuke had used water-style techniques that relied heavily on the environment, but this made her jutsu slightly weaker due to her limited chakra supply. Fugaku, ever the strategist, seized the opportunity.
"Fire Style: Great Fire Annihilation!" Fugaku cried out again, unleashing a torrent of flames from his mouth. The fire exploded outward, engulfing the area where Terumi Ryuunosuke stood. It was a desperate move, but Fugaku knew that this could be his only chance to gain an advantage.
Terumi Ryuunosuke quickly realized the gravity of the situation. In order to counter Fugaku's intense flames, she would need a powerful jutsu of her own. Gathering her chakra, she formed hand seals.
"Dissolving Escape: Dissolving Monster Technique!" Terumi Ryuunosuke shouted. From the sky above her, a thick, viscous liquid, resembling magma, poured down, landing with a hiss. The corrosive liquid ate away at the mist, turning it into a cloud of toxic fumes.
"Shhh!" The two techniques collided with a resounding crack, and Fugaku's fire was rapidly overwhelmed. His flames were corroded by the liquid, evaporating into the air as the magma-like substance poured toward him.
Realizing the danger, Fugaku swiftly jumped to the side, narrowly avoiding the worst of the attack. However, the ground beneath him was quickly being eaten away by the molten liquid.
"Shhhhh!" Fugaku's feet hit the ground, and he pushed off, retreating. The magma continued to burn holes into the battlefield, leaving nothing but destruction in its wake. Fugaku's eyes narrowed as he watched Terumi Ryuunosuke's technique in action.
"Kekkei Genkai!?" Fugaku's voice was filled with realization as he recognized the jutsu. He had not known Terumi Ryuunosuke's true identity until this moment, but now, it was clear. She was using a rare bloodline technique, one that only the Terumi clan of the Hidden Mist could wield—Lava.
"Lava Style: Lava Bullet!" Terumi Ryuunosuke immediately followed up, his hands forming quick seals as he launched fist-sized molten projectiles at Fugaku.
Fugaku reacted instantly. His Sharingan spun, allowing him to dodge each incoming attack with ease. The lava balls hit the ground around him, spraying liquid that immediately began to corrode the earth.
The molten projectiles didn't stop, however. One of them struck a Konoha ninja standing behind Fugaku, and within moments, the ninja's body was consumed by the corrosive liquid. The ninja screamed in agony as his body melted from the inside out.
"Hateful!" Fugaku gritted his teeth, frustration building in his chest. He had planned to wear Terumi Ryuunosuke down with a battle of attrition, but it was becoming clear that it would take far longer than he had anticipated to defeat her. The outcome of their battle was uncertain, and it was becoming evident that time was running out for Konoha.
As Fugaku scanned the battlefield, his eyes fell on the area of the most intense fighting. His gaze locked onto Uchiha Yoruki
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