socalfunplaces Chapter 51 Minato graduates, the Third Hokage's ecstasy
Chapter 51 Minato graduates, the Third Hokage's ecstasy
After listening to Orochimaru's words, Gojo Yoru fell into deep thought.
He hadn't expected that lightning release would have such an effect.
As a transmigrator, Gojo Yoru actually has ways to enhance his resistance to illusion magic, and more than one.
First, he can cultivate immortal techniques. Once he activates Sage Mode, Gojo Yoru will not only greatly increase his strength, but also receive an epic-level boost to his resistances in all aspects.
Natural energy is an extremely powerful force; even a master of illusion cannot control Sage Chakra that is infused with natural energy.
Secondly, there is the Eight Gates, which is one of the three great divine techniques in Shippuden, along with the Impure World Reincarnation and the Flying Thunder God Technique.
You don't need to master the Eight Gates Formation to a very high level. You only need to open the first gate, the Opening Gate, to remove the limitations of your mind. This will not only allow you to unleash 100% of your physical abilities, but also let your chakra run wild.
The only drawback is that it consumes too much of the body's energy, and only those with superhuman strength can sustain it for long.
Gojo Yoru never considered planning the Eight Gates technique. To unleash its full potential, one must undergo rigorous physical training. To do that just to open the first gate would have a very low return on investment.
From beginning to end, Gojo Yoru only thought about the Sage Mode in Ryuchi Cave.
Unfortunately, to cultivate Sage Mode, one must have a vast amount of chakra; otherwise, not only will one be unable to cultivate, but one's life will also be in danger.
I thought I could only improve my resistance to illusions after I grew up, but I didn't expect that I could do the same with lightning release. It was a pleasant surprise.
This is one of the benefits of having a good teacher.
Then, Gojo Yoru asked expectantly, "Orochimaru-sensei, is there a quick way to learn Lightning Release nature transformation?"
"Of course." Orochimaru's smile held a deeper meaning. "Do you know why the ninjas of Kumogakure so highly regard and excel at Lightning Release ninjutsu?"
Why?
"Because their environment is nestled among misty mountains, where thunder roars year-round," Orochimaru chuckled. "Living under constant lightning, some unlucky individuals inevitably get struck. So, the ninjas and scientists there invented a method to utilize the natural lightning to help their ninjas quickly master Lightning Release nature transformation, enhancing their physical abilities. Over time, this developed into the unique Lightning Release ninjutsu of Kumogakure!"
Gojo Yoru understood, and his lips twitched slightly as he said, "This shortcut method wouldn't be...?"
"If you want to cultivate lightning attribute through training, you naturally need to experience lightning first," Orochimaru teased. "What, are you scared?"
Kushina Uzumaki also covered her mouth and chuckled as she looked at Yoru Gojo.
Although he knew it was a provocation, Gojo Yoru couldn't stand the look in his eyes and grinned, saying, "Just what I wanted."
"In that case, let's begin the new phase of training tomorrow."
Orochimaru stood up, patted Gojo Yoru on the shoulder, and then dismissed the group.
Gojo Yoru and Uzumaki Kushina went home together.
On the way, Kushina Uzumaki mentioned something: "By the way, Yoru, besides you, another guy in our class graduated early."
"Is it Minato?" Gojo Yoru raised an eyebrow.
"Yes, it's that sissy." Kushina Uzumaki nodded. "He also seems to have a very powerful teacher, but unlike you, he has two teammates."
"With his talent and ability, he could have graduated much earlier."
Gojo Yoru vaguely remembered that Minato Namikaze graduated at the age of ten.
In my past life, many people were curious about who was the senior brother between Nagato and Minato Namikaze.
The truth is that Jiraiya already had three disciples before Yahiko and the other three.
These three disciples were the Jiraiya Team, consisting of Minato Namikaze and two other boys.
A ninja team does not necessarily have to consist of two men and one woman.
Often, to avoid a situation where two boys in a group isolate the other boy, a girl is indeed placed in a group of two boys when dividing students into classes.
However, if there are very few girls in the class, a team of three boys may appear.
For example, in the original work, Might Guy formed a team with Genma Shiranui and Ebisu.
Jiraiya's class also consists of three boys.
Gojo Yoru remembers it so clearly because in the Minato Chronicles, he saw images of the two boys from Jiraiya's class.
As for her name, Gojo Yoru didn't know.
Kushina Uzumaki was naturally unaware of Yoru Gojo's thoughts.
Seeing Gojo Yoru give Minato Namikaze such a high evaluation, she couldn't help but pout and complain, "That sissy, he's always sneaking glances at me like he's never seen red hair before, he's so annoying. It's good that he graduated early, one less eyesore in the class."
Gojo Ye: "..."
The poor yellow flash, fell in love at first sight but dared not express it, and even peeking at it became an eyesore.
But this guy is quite naive. Even though there's no hope left, he hasn't given up completely. Could it be that Gojo Yoru's early graduation has given him renewed hope?
……
Meanwhile, in the Hokage's office.
As soon as Orochimaru entered, he asked, "Sarutobi-sensei, did you see that?"
"What?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi, who was reviewing documents, looked at Orochimaru with a puzzled expression.
"Didn't you peep today?" Orochimaru glanced at the crystal ball on the table.
"Cough cough..."
Hiruzen Sarutobi blushed instantly, coughed lightly, and said, "I usually just observe the village and survey public opinion to see if there's anything else that needs building. Aside from that, I rarely use the Crystal Telescope technique."
"hehe."
Orochimaru merely chuckled, yet his words were far more damaging than Jiraiya's blunt revelation.
"What brings you here, brat?" Hiruzen Sarutobi asked, annoyed and embarrassed.
Orochimaru's next words startled Hiruzen Sarutobi, who stood up abruptly.
"Yoru has already mastered the Flying Thunder God Technique."
"Really?!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi braced his hands on the table, his eyes fixed on Orochimaru, his face filled with disbelief.
Upon seeing Orochimaru nod, Hiruzen Sarutobi could no longer contain his joy and exclaimed excitedly, "That's wonderful! After Tobirama-sensei, Konoha finally has someone who has mastered the Flying Thunder God Technique!"
As if remembering something, Hiruzen Sarutobi quickly asked, "How far can that child, Yoru, sense techniques now?"
The Flying Thunder God Technique is very powerful. Even a genius like Orochimaru, who is rare to see once in ten years, does not have the talent to master it. It is one of the few super S-rank ninjutsu in the ninja world.
However, this technique is not truly unsolvable.
Ironically, the Second Hokage died because he chose to stay behind alone to fight the enemy in order to buy time for his disciples and subordinates, instead of using the Flying Thunder God Technique to take them away.
The Flying Thunder God Technique requires the perception of the Flying Thunder God formula to perform teleportation.
In the original story, Obito Uchiha possessed the Flying Thunder God Technique, but Minato Namikaze was unable to sense it and thus could not instantly reach the battlefield.
Kakashi Hatake also possessed the Flying Thunder God Kunai, which prevented Minato Namikaze from arriving instantly to provide support. This caused Obito Uchiha to harbor resentment, mocking the fastest man in the ninja world for always being late at crucial moments.
This shows that there is a distance limitation in a practitioner's perception of a spell.