'Wood Release... That's Wood Release'
Only the First Hokage, Senju Hashirama, mastered it. Even his brother, the Second Hokage, Senju Tobirama, couldn't learn it.
For the sake of this Wood Release, the Second Hokage did not hesitate to sacrifice a large number of Senju clan members, which indirectly led to the decline of the Senju clan.
Danzō still has cells from the First Hokage and has transplanted them into himself.
Orochimaru wasted the lives of many children, but the only result was Yamato! And this is an irreplicable achievement. Thinking about it this way, Yamato may have some special characteristics...
And now Natsuo is using him so skillfully? And the power difference with Hashirama is huge!
Although both sides used the same ninjutsu at the same time, the branches summoned by Senju Hashirama were easily twisted and forcibly swallowed by Natsuo's branches.
In almost an instant, Natsuo crushed Senju Hashirama's Wood Release.
The rapidly growing trees filled the entire barrier in almost an instant. Even the barrier began to shake, which scared the Sound Four causing them to desperately increase their Chakra production. This attack almost caused the barrier to collapse!
Orochimaru and the others simultaneously moved their bodies, slashing their weapons to cut off the trees, their faces showing astonishment.
"How is this possible? This is the real Wood Release!" Senju Hashirama widened his eyes. "Kid, aren't you from the Uchiha clan? Since when can you use my Wood Release?"
"Tobirama, I remember you researched Wood Release. Did you succeed?"
Senju Tobirama looked confused. "No, at the time, all of my research results were failures... Could it be that after my death they succeeded in replicating the Wood Release?"
After finishing speaking Senju Tobirama along with Senju Hashirama turned to look at the Third Hokage.
"No, we were unable to replicate it. Although we have made some achievements in our research, we do not have such a strong Wood Release!" The Third Hokage was also bewildered. The difference in power between Natsuo's Wood Release and Yamato's is too great.
While dodging the attacks from the trees he began to ponder, then said: "The person responsible for investigating the Wood Release at that time was Orochimaru... Orochimaru, have you achieved any results during your defection?"
After speaking the Third Hokage looked towards Orochimaru.
Orochimaru: "..."
"It's not me." Orochimaru's voice was hoarse. "I have indeed conducted some experiments, and I have gained some results, but so far, there are no practical achievements that can be used in combat."
So... Where did Uchiha Natsuo's Wood Release come from?
"Oh, I understand!" Senju Hashirama's eyes lit up. "It must be the combination of our Senju clan and the Uchiha clan. Natsuo carries the bloodline of our Senju clan, which is why he awakened Wood Release!"
"Hahaha, the marriage policy back then is still effective. I didn't expect that the Uchiha clan could also produce a member with Senju bloodline!"
"If I meet Madara in the Pure Land, I must make amends with him!"
He laughed heartily, as if he had seen his own success.
When Konoha was first established, so that all shinobi would truly become brothers, Senju Hashirama strongly ordered the abolition of the rule prohibiting members of the Shinobi clan from marrying strangers.
Although stubborn clans like the Hyūga have been resisting this policy in secret, it seems that this policy has already shown its effectiveness.
However, the Third Hokage coughed and said: "Um, First Hokage, Natsuo's parents are Uchiha, not Senju... Well, even his grandparents were Uchiha."
In fact, he really wanted to say that your policy has actually failed.
Even now, the Hyūga clan still maintains the practice of intermarriage within the clan. Although there is nothing obvious on the surface, it has always been forbidden for clan members to marry outsiders in secret.
Other shinobi clans have similar situations to varying degrees, just not as intense as the Hyūga.
The clan that truly implemented your policy thoroughly is the Senju clan.
As a result, most of the Senju clan members have integrated with other bloodlines in Konoha, combined with his and Danzō's suppression, resulting in Tsunade being the last remaining Senju.
"Ah?" The First Hokage was stunned, then stubbornly said: "Could it be that his mother or grandmother made a mistake when they were young and had relations with our Senju clan... and then kept it a secret, ultimately leading to the current situation?"
Natsuo became more and more helpless as he listened. In order to not let his ancestors be wrongly accused, Natsuo directly said: "I'm sorry, I don't have Senju bloodline. This Wood Release is achieved through other means..."
"But what does all that matter now?"
"The problem now is whether you can defeat me."
The next second...
Countless tree roots twisted and surged up, accompanied by various branches and trunks, further compressing the already narrow space.
The Sound Four frantically outputted chakra, sweat dripping from their foreheads, their faces gradually turning pale. However, the Four Violet Flames Formation still flickered, as if it could break at any moment.
And this is just the result of the aftermath of the battle!
The ones who are most miserable are the Third Hokage and Orochimaru who have to endure the aftermath of the Wood Release.
They are being chased by Wood Release, constantly evading and struggling to deal with the endless trees.
Soon, the Senju brothers are the first to be captured by the trees.
"Oh, being caught by my Wood Release, it's the first time." Senju Hashirama laughs, but there is no hint of bitterness in his smile, instead it is filled with the novelty of experiencing this situation for the first time.
"Damn, if it weren't for this guy suppressing me all the time, with my speed, how could I be caught!" Senju Tobirama looks unconvinced.
The bodies of the Impure World Reincarnation greatly limit their strength.
Even though Orochimaru has carefully prepared Elite Jōnin-level bodies, it is still far from enough...
Otherwise, how could Senju Hashirama's Wood Release not even withstand a single blow?
"Yes, not only you, Second Hokage, in fact, if we only talk about Wood Release, I admit that I can't defeat the First Hokage." Natsuo smiles and says: "Whether it's combat experience, familiarity with Wood Release, or the abundance of Wood Release ninjutsu, there is still a gap between me and Shodai."
Of course, if facing Senju Hashirama at his peak, Natsuo wouldn't foolishly only use Wood Release.
After all, he is an Uchiha! Why not use Susanoo?
Meanwhile Orochimaru was cutting down the surrounding trees as he headed towards the barrier; His subordinates were in charge of the barrier, and with a single order from him, they would definitely release it.
What he wants is to get away from the battlefield between Natsuo and Hashirama and create opportunities for himself.
But the problem is that Natsuo also knows this, so the trees spreading towards Orochimaru's side are the most numerous.
He is using Wood Release to force Orochimaru to leave the outskirts and come to the core, slowly strangling him.
Orochimaru understands Natsuo's purpose but does not dare to order his subordinates to release the barrier. Otherwise, if the barrier is released, Wood Release will expand unrestricted, and it will be impossible for him to escape from the battle.
As for the Third Hokage...
Countless trees surged out, even though the Third Hokage unhesitatingly summoned Monkey King: Enma, transforming into a golden staff, constantly smashing the surrounding trees.
But the next second, even more trees surged out!
"Is this the First Hokage's Wood Release? Hiruzen, what have you done, what enemy have you attracted?" Enma shouted loudly while smashing the surrounding branches.
"Yes, this is the First Hokage's Wood Release... I never thought I would have the opportunity to experience Wood Release." The Third Hokage bitterly smiled. "No wonder the First Hokage could suppress the ninja world. Who can withstand this?"
Incredibly powerful chakra that can continuously create tree attacks. With a sudden eruption, the entire battlefield is within the range of Wood Release's attacks. The sky, the earth, all around...
Wood Release attacks can appear at any time. One wrong move, and it's over.
The Third Hokage spewed flames fiercely, burning the trees, showing impressive momentum…
But he understood that this was just a desperate move.
Wood Release itself has the ability to absorb Chakra, and all the captured lives in the field will become a boost for the trees to grow rapidly. Even if you don't take this into account, he can't compete with Natsuo in terms of Chakra.
So the Third Hokage gritted his teeth, formed hand seals while shouting: "Natsuo! You want to kill me, don't you?"
"Then come!"
"Or is it that you don't even have the courage to face an old man like me?"
Saying that, instead of retreating like Orochimaru, he moved towards the core.
"Aren't you making fun of me for being old?"
"What's wrong? You don't even have the courage to face an old man now?"
"You fear me?"
At the beginning of the battle, the Third Hokage moved away from the center of the battlefield. He had the idea to take advantage of the opportunity once Natsuo was defeated by Shodai and Nidaime.
It wasn't until he was included in Natsuo's attack that he started to exert his strength, summoning Enma and fighting hard.
"Third Hokage, you have indeed grown old." Natsuo's voice came, "Do you really think that this kind of provocation can anger me?"
"It's true that I said that whether it's Orochimaru or me, killing you is not difficult."
"But I must also admit that you may have a chance to take someone with you before you die... Or should I say, you know that you are very old, so you have deliberately prepared a trump card, intending to risk your life for the village in the end."
"Your finishing move before dying is the Dead Demon Consuming Seal, which you keep as a top secret... Although I trust my own strength, I wouldn't go at you foolishly when I know you have this technique, right?"
'He actually knows?!' The Third Hokage's pupils contracted, and the forming seal stopped.
This is his last killer move that he has saved. Even knowing that he may not be Orochimaru's opponent after defeating Natsuo, he insisted on getting rid of the latter first. The reason was that if Orochimaru gave him no other option he would use this move to take Orochimaru with him.
This is his last gift to Konoha!
"Oh? Sensei still has a killer move..." Orochimaru's eyes flashed with seriousness.
All the details have been exposed, and the killer move can no longer be considered a true killer move.
And from their conversation, it can be seen that this is probably a close-range sealing technique for sure-kill.
But the problem now is that Natsuo's Wood Release keeps everyone at a distance. Where can this killer move be used?
The Third Hokage's face turned even paler. The reason why a trump card is a trump card is because it is hidden, it is a last resort.
Once exposed, it can no longer be considered a trump card. But who leaked it in the end?
Clearly, this trump card was taught to me by the Fourth Hokage, and besides me and him, no one else knows about it!
The Third Hokage's face showed a look of despair, and he shouted in anger.
"Damn it! Natsuo! Do you dare to fight me?"
"If you have the ability, let's have a real fight! What kind of man are you, relying on Shodai's Wood Release?"
"What about your Uchiha's genjutsu? What about your Mangekyō Sharingan?"
"Use them against me!"
"I'm right here, why don't you dare to come and see me?"
"Come on!"
"Why don't you come, damn it!"
Although the voice was full of provocation, Orochimaru could only sense endless sadness from him. But in the end, Natsuo did not appear in front of the Third Hokage.
He simply used a simple Wood Release move, relying on his immense chakra, and finally caught the Third Hokage off guard, spinning him around and catch him.
And after desperately struggling, the Third Hokage exhausted his chakra, then had his bones twisted by the trees, and finally broke his neck, sending his soul to the Pure Land.
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'Wood Release... That's Wood Release'
Only the First Hokage, Senju Hashirama, mastered it. Even his brother, the Second Hokage, Senju Tobirama, couldn't learn it.
For the sake of this Wood Release, the Second Hokage did not hesitate to sacrifice a large number of Senju clan members, which indirectly led to the decline of the Senju clan.
Danzō still has cells from the First Hokage and has transplanted them into himself.
Orochimaru wasted the lives of many children, but the only result was Yamato! And this is an irreplicable achievement. Thinking about it this way, Yamato may have some special characteristics...
And now Natsuo is using him so skillfully? And the power difference with Hashirama is huge!
Although both sides used the same ninjutsu at the same time, the branches summoned by Senju Hashirama were easily twisted and forcibly swallowed by Natsuo's branches.
In almost an instant, Natsuo crushed Senju Hashirama's Wood Release.
The rapidly growing trees filled the entire barrier in almost an instant. Even the barrier began to shake, which scared the Sound Four causing them to desperately increase their Chakra production. This attack almost caused the barrier to collapse!
Orochimaru and the others simultaneously moved their bodies, slashing their weapons to cut off the trees, their faces showing astonishment.
"How is this possible? This is the real Wood Release!" Senju Hashirama widened his eyes. "Kid, aren't you from the Uchiha clan? Since when can you use my Wood Release?"
"Tobirama, I remember you researched Wood Release. Did you succeed?"
Senju Tobirama looked confused. "No, at the time, all of my research results were failures... Could it be that after my death they succeeded in replicating the Wood Release?"
After finishing speaking Senju Tobirama along with Senju Hashirama turned to look at the Third Hokage.
"No, we were unable to replicate it. Although we have made some achievements in our research, we do not have such a strong Wood Release!" The Third Hokage was also bewildered. The difference in power between Natsuo's Wood Release and Yamato's is too great.
While dodging the attacks from the trees he began to ponder, then said: "The person responsible for investigating the Wood Release at that time was Orochimaru... Orochimaru, have you achieved any results during your defection?"
After speaking the Third Hokage looked towards Orochimaru.
Orochimaru: "..."
"It's not me." Orochimaru's voice was hoarse. "I have indeed conducted some experiments, and I have gained some results, but so far, there are no practical achievements that can be used in combat."
So... Where did Uchiha Natsuo's Wood Release come from?
"Oh, I understand!" Senju Hashirama's eyes lit up. "It must be the combination of our Senju clan and the Uchiha clan. Natsuo carries the bloodline of our Senju clan, which is why he awakened Wood Release!"
"Hahaha, the marriage policy back then is still effective. I didn't expect that the Uchiha clan could also produce a member with Senju bloodline!"
"If I meet Madara in the Pure Land, I must make amends with him!"
He laughed heartily, as if he had seen his own success.
When Konoha was first established, so that all shinobi would truly become brothers, Senju Hashirama strongly ordered the abolition of the rule prohibiting members of the Shinobi clan from marrying strangers.
Although stubborn clans like the Hyūga have been resisting this policy in secret, it seems that this policy has already shown its effectiveness.
However, the Third Hokage coughed and said: "Um, First Hokage, Natsuo's parents are Uchiha, not Senju... Well, even his grandparents were Uchiha."
In fact, he really wanted to say that your policy has actually failed.
Even now, the Hyūga clan still maintains the practice of intermarriage within the clan. Although there is nothing obvious on the surface, it has always been forbidden for clan members to marry outsiders in secret.
Other shinobi clans have similar situations to varying degrees, just not as intense as the Hyūga.
The clan that truly implemented your policy thoroughly is the Senju clan.
As a result, most of the Senju clan members have integrated with other bloodlines in Konoha, combined with his and Danzō's suppression, resulting in Tsunade being the last remaining Senju.
"Ah?" The First Hokage was stunned, then stubbornly said: "Could it be that his mother or grandmother made a mistake when they were young and had relations with our Senju clan... and then kept it a secret, ultimately leading to the current situation?"
Natsuo became more and more helpless as he listened. In order to not let his ancestors be wrongly accused, Natsuo directly said: "I'm sorry, I don't have Senju bloodline. This Wood Release is achieved through other means..."
"But what does all that matter now?"
"The problem now is whether you can defeat me."
The next second...
Countless tree roots twisted and surged up, accompanied by various branches and trunks, further compressing the already narrow space.
The Sound Four frantically outputted chakra, sweat dripping from their foreheads, their faces gradually turning pale. However, the Four Violet Flames Formation still flickered, as if it could break at any moment.
And this is just the result of the aftermath of the battle!
The ones who are most miserable are the Third Hokage and Orochimaru who have to endure the aftermath of the Wood Release.
They are being chased by Wood Release, constantly evading and struggling to deal with the endless trees.
Soon, the Senju brothers are the first to be captured by the trees.
"Oh, being caught by my Wood Release, it's the first time." Senju Hashirama laughs, but there is no hint of bitterness in his smile, instead it is filled with the novelty of experiencing this situation for the first time.
"Damn, if it weren't for this guy suppressing me all the time, with my speed, how could I be caught!" Senju Tobirama looks unconvinced.
The bodies of the Impure World Reincarnation greatly limit their strength.
Even though Orochimaru has carefully prepared Elite Jōnin-level bodies, it is still far from enough...
Otherwise, how could Senju Hashirama's Wood Release not even withstand a single blow?
"Yes, not only you, Second Hokage, in fact, if we only talk about Wood Release, I admit that I can't defeat the First Hokage." Natsuo smiles and says: "Whether it's combat experience, familiarity with Wood Release, or the abundance of Wood Release ninjutsu, there is still a gap between me and Shodai."
Of course, if facing Senju Hashirama at his peak, Natsuo wouldn't foolishly only use Wood Release.
After all, he is an Uchiha! Why not use Susanoo?
Meanwhile Orochimaru was cutting down the surrounding trees as he headed towards the barrier; His subordinates were in charge of the barrier, and with a single order from him, they would definitely release it.
What he wants is to get away from the battlefield between Natsuo and Hashirama and create opportunities for himself.
But the problem is that Natsuo also knows this, so the trees spreading towards Orochimaru's side are the most numerous.
He is using Wood Release to force Orochimaru to leave the outskirts and come to the core, slowly strangling him.
Orochimaru understands Natsuo's purpose but does not dare to order his subordinates to release the barrier. Otherwise, if the barrier is released, Wood Release will expand unrestricted, and it will be impossible for him to escape from the battle.
As for the Third Hokage...
Countless trees surged out, even though the Third Hokage unhesitatingly summoned Monkey King: Enma, transforming into a golden staff, constantly smashing the surrounding trees.
But the next second, even more trees surged out!
"Is this the First Hokage's Wood Release? Hiruzen, what have you done, what enemy have you attracted?" Enma shouted loudly while smashing the surrounding branches.
"Yes, this is the First Hokage's Wood Release... I never thought I would have the opportunity to experience Wood Release." The Third Hokage bitterly smiled. "No wonder the First Hokage could suppress the ninja world. Who can withstand this?"
Incredibly powerful chakra that can continuously create tree attacks. With a sudden eruption, the entire battlefield is within the range of Wood Release's attacks. The sky, the earth, all around...
Wood Release attacks can appear at any time. One wrong move, and it's over.
The Third Hokage spewed flames fiercely, burning the trees, showing impressive momentum…
But he understood that this was just a desperate move.
Wood Release itself has the ability to absorb Chakra, and all the captured lives in the field will become a boost for the trees to grow rapidly. Even if you don't take this into account, he can't compete with Natsuo in terms of Chakra.
So the Third Hokage gritted his teeth, formed hand seals while shouting: "Natsuo! You want to kill me, don't you?"
"Then come!"
"Or is it that you don't even have the courage to face an old man like me?"
Saying that, instead of retreating like Orochimaru, he moved towards the core.
"Aren't you making fun of me for being old?"
"What's wrong? You don't even have the courage to face an old man now?"
"You fear me?"
At the beginning of the battle, the Third Hokage moved away from the center of the battlefield. He had the idea to take advantage of the opportunity once Natsuo was defeated by Shodai and Nidaime.
It wasn't until he was included in Natsuo's attack that he started to exert his strength, summoning Enma and fighting hard.
"Third Hokage, you have indeed grown old." Natsuo's voice came, "Do you really think that this kind of provocation can anger me?"
"It's true that I said that whether it's Orochimaru or me, killing you is not difficult."
"But I must also admit that you may have a chance to take someone with you before you die... Or should I say, you know that you are very old, so you have deliberately prepared a trump card, intending to risk your life for the village in the end."
"Your finishing move before dying is the Dead Demon Consuming Seal, which you keep as a top secret... Although I trust my own strength, I wouldn't go at you foolishly when I know you have this technique, right?"
'He actually knows?!' The Third Hokage's pupils contracted, and the forming seal stopped.
This is his last killer move that he has saved. Even knowing that he may not be Orochimaru's opponent after defeating Natsuo, he insisted on getting rid of the latter first. The reason was that if Orochimaru gave him no other option he would use this move to take Orochimaru with him.
This is his last gift to Konoha!
"Oh? Sensei still has a killer move..." Orochimaru's eyes flashed with seriousness.
All the details have been exposed, and the killer move can no longer be considered a true killer move.
And from their conversation, it can be seen that this is probably a close-range sealing technique for sure-kill.
But the problem now is that Natsuo's Wood Release keeps everyone at a distance. Where can this killer move be used?
The Third Hokage's face turned even paler. The reason why a trump card is a trump card is because it is hidden, it is a last resort.
Once exposed, it can no longer be considered a trump card. But who leaked it in the end?
Clearly, this trump card was taught to me by the Fourth Hokage, and besides me and him, no one else knows about it!
The Third Hokage's face showed a look of despair, and he shouted in anger.
"Damn it! Natsuo! Do you dare to fight me?"
"If you have the ability, let's have a real fight! What kind of man are you, relying on Shodai's Wood Release?"
"What about your Uchiha's genjutsu? What about your Mangekyō Sharingan?"
"Use them against me!"
"I'm right here, why don't you dare to come and see me?"
"Come on!"
"Why don't you come, damn it!"
Although the voice was full of provocation, Orochimaru could only sense endless sadness from him. But in the end, Natsuo did not appear in front of the Third Hokage.
He simply used a simple Wood Release move, relying on his immense chakra, and finally caught the Third Hokage off guard, spinning him around and catch him.
And after desperately struggling, the Third Hokage exhausted his chakra, then had his bones twisted by the trees, and finally broke his neck, sending his soul to the Pure Land.
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I will post some extra Chapters in Patreon, you can check it out. >> patreon.com/TitoVillar
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