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The news of the massacre in Konoha spread quickly, traveling across the continent like wildfire. It wasn't just the nature of the attack that caught attention—it was the sheer audacity of it.
More than fifty clan elders, pillars of their respective families, had been eliminated in a single night, and the perpetrator, known only as "Jack," remained an enigma.
To the leaders of the other Great Ninja Villages, this wasn't just news—it was an opportunity.
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Sunagakure
In the heart of the Land of Wind, surrounded by an unforgiving sea of sand, stood Sunagakure. The village's architecture, carved into the natural rock and sand dunes, was a testament to its people's resilience.
At the center of the village, within a large dome-like structure, Rasa, the Fourth Kazekage, sat in his office.
He was a tall man with short, auburn hair and piercing dark eyes. His face was sharp, his expression often cold and calculating, fitting for a man who had risen to power through his intellect and ruthlessness. His cloak, adorned with the kanji for 'Wind,' draped over his shoulders as he leaned back in his chair, a rare smile tugging at his lips.
"Jack," He murmured, the name rolling off his tongue as if savoring it. "Whoever you are, you've done me a great favor."
Rasa's gaze drifted to a map of the Land of Fire pinned to the wall, his eyes glinting with hunger. The Land of Wind was vast but barren, its resources limited and its people struggling to make the most of what little they had.
For years, Rasa had sought a way to secure fertile land for his village, but Konoha's strength had always been an obstacle.
But now, Konoha was fractured, its strength diminished by the loss of its elders.
"This is the chance I've been waiting for," Rasa said, his voice low and determined. He stood, his golden cloak billowing as he turned to face the map. "Prepare the troops. We'll strike at the border first, testing their defenses. Once we've secured the outlying areas, we'll push deeper into the Land of Fire."
A messenger bowed low before him, his voice steady despite the weight of the orders. "Yes, Kazekage-sama."
Rasa's lips curled into a thin smile as he watched the messenger leave. He could already see the sands of Sunagakure spilling into the lush lands of the Land of Fire.
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Kumogakure
In the Land of Lightning, surrounded by jagged peaks and turbulent storms, Kumogakure stood as a fortress of power. Its people, known for their strength and tenacity, prided themselves on their village's might.
A, the Fourth Raikage, stood in his office, towering over the ninja gathered before him. His physique was as imposing as his reputation, his muscular frame rippling with power. His dark skin contrasted sharply with his short, spiky blond hair combed back, with a small mustache and goatee. Dressed in his sleeveless Raikage cloak and wearing arm guards, he exuded an aura of dominance.
"This is it," A said, his voice a thunderous roar that filled the room. "Konoha has been weakened. Their elders are dead, and their defenses are compromised. This is our chance to prove that Kumogakure is the strongest of the Five Great Nations!"
The gathered shinobi cheered, their voices echoing through the room.
A smirk spread across the Raikage's face as he crossed his arms. "We've always wanted the Byakugan. The Sharingan too. Now's the time to take what should've been ours long ago. Assemble the troops. We'll send a large force to the border of the Land of Fire. Let's see how their broken village handles the strength of Kumogakure."
Darui, the Raikage's right-hand man, stepped forward. His relaxed demeanor was betrayed by the sharpness in his eyes. "What about negotiations, Raikage-sama? Do we approach them first?"
A scoffed, his smirk widening. "Negotiations are just words. Let them see our strength first. If they want to talk after that, we'll see. But make no mistake—this is our moment."
Darui nodded, though his expression remained cautious. "Understood."
As the Raikage's orders were relayed, A stared out the window of his office, his fists clenching in anticipation. "We'll show them the strength of the Land of Lightning."
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Iwagakure
In the mountainous terrain of the Land of Earth, Iwagakure rested within the natural barriers of its rocky landscape. The village was a maze of cliffs and stone buildings, blending seamlessly with its surroundings.
Ōnoki, the Third Tsuchikage, hovered in the air above his desk, his small, frail frame defying gravity. His bald head and long white beard gave him the appearance of a harmless old man, but his cunning eyes and sharp mind told a different story.
Sitting back down with a groan, Ōnoki scanned the report before him, his wrinkled face breaking into a rare grin. "Konoha… weakened by a single night. Hah! Who would've thought?"
He set the scroll down, leaning on his desk with his elbows. "This is our chance to finally crush them. Decades ago, I saw Konoha as a thorn in Iwagakure's side. They've always stood in our way. But now, their strength is fading."
His assistant, a younger shinobi with sharp features, stepped forward. "Tsuchikage-sama, what are your orders?"
Ōnoki tapped a bony finger on the desk. "Gather our forces. We'll move to the borders first, testing their defenses. If Konoha is truly as weak as this Jack has made them, we'll divide the Land of Fire and take what should've been ours long ago."
"And if Konoha retaliates?" The assistant asked.
The old man smirked, a dangerous glint in his eyes. "Then they'll see the might of the Stone. We'll crush them before they even have the chance."
Ōnoki sat back in his chair, his grin widening. "Jack… whoever you are, you've handed me the opportunity of a lifetime. Let's see how Konoha handles being cornered."
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Kirigakure
The Land of Water, shrouded in mist and mystery, was home to Kirigakure, the Village Hidden in the Mist. Its eerie atmosphere mirrored the instability of its leadership, with Yagura Karatachi, the Fourth Mizukage, at its helm.
Yagura was a short man with spiky gray hair, his pink eyes cold and emotionless. A large scar ran down the left side of his face, a reminder of the battles he had faced. Despite his youthful appearance, his aura was one of quiet menace—a reflection of the genjutsu that controlled him.
As he read the report detailing Konoha's predicament, a faint smile crossed his lips.
"So, Konoha has finally been brought to its knees," He murmured.
Obito Uchiha's voice echoed in his mind, calm and calculating. "Do not interfere, for now, Yagura. Let the other villages weaken each other. We'll strike when the time is right."
Yagura's expression didn't change, but he nodded slightly. "Understood."
Obito on the other hand, sent a team of White Zetsu to observe the situation, ensuring that he remained informed.
Obito's influence ensured that Kirigakure would not make the first move.
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Unbeknownst to all of them, their plans were already doomed to fail. The monster who had triggered this chain of events was watching and waiting, his every step calculated.
Naruto, now operating under the name "Jack," moved like a shadow across the continent. His actions in Konoha had not only weakened the village but also set the stage for his true plans.
He wasn't just a force to be reckoned with—he was a nightmare made real.
It didn't matter how many troops the Kazekage sent, how loud the Raikage roared, or how carefully the Tsuchikage plotted. Naruto wasn't just one man—he was an unstoppable force, one who would use the very dead against the living if necessary.
Even Obito, who had manipulated so many from the shadows, would find himself hunted. For Jack's gaze was already on him and Yagura.
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