Chapter 3 The Reincarnation

"Water Style: Water Dragon Jutsu", typically requiring 44 seals, was condensed to just 4 by Tobirama, the Water Style master.

A massive water dragon surged towards Orochimaru.

Outside the barrier, including Orochimaru and the four Sound ninjas, nobody reacted. They couldn't believe it.

Before Orochimaru could seize control of Tobirama's mind, the former Second Hokage of Konoha took the offensive.

"Earth Style: Earth Barrier!"

Orochimaru deployed earth ninjutsu to withstand the water dragon's assault.

But it wasn't over. Tobirama's chakra-fueled water dragon lingered, targeting Orochimaru, who was drained from the struggle with Tobirama.

"Earth Style: Earth Spear!"

Tree spears surged toward Tobirama as he cast a jutsu.

"Water Style: Water Blade Slash!" Tobirama sliced through the tree spears, but Orochimaru's interference halted his attack.

"Impure World Reincarnation: Release!"

Hand seals formed on Tobirama's hands.

Realization dawned on Orochimaru as he lost control of Tobirama.

"Quite the ninjutsu master, breaking free from the Impure World Reincarnation," Orochimaru muttered, sweat beading on his brow. Clearly, this turn of events caught him off guard.

"Sensei? What's going on?" Hiruzen Sarutobi was bewildered by the scene.

"It's a jutsu I created kid, seems you've overstepped," Tobirama remarked coolly.

"Monkey, let me handle this brat's misuse of forbidden arts. Brother, I'll leave the rest to you," Tobirama declared, his tone icy.

"Got it!" Hiruzen Sarutobi also breathed a sigh of relief in that moment. Although he was uncertain about how his sensei broke free from Orochimaru's control, he was relieved that he didn't have to face Orochimaru and two Hokage alone anymore.

Initially, he had intended to embody the Will of Fire today, but now, he couldn't help but feel a renewed sense of hope for survival.

He felt he hadn't yet lived up to the role of Hokage.

With the control released, Tobirama regained 70% of his strength. The immense power within him yearned to be unleashed, waiting for Orochimaru to make his move.

"Second Hokage, you've always been my inspiration. It's an honor to face you," Orochimaru licked his lips, a smirk playing on his face. Despite Tobirama's legendary status, Orochimaru was confident that he still held control of the situation. With the God of Shinobi under his command, Orochimaru wondered if the weakened second Hokage could still pose a threat. Could he? Or had his power waned too much?

Kenji glanced at the panel, a smirk tugging at his lips.

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Name: Tobirama Senju

Strength: Low-tier Kage level (partial)

Status: Reincarnated from Impure World

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Even at 70% strength, he was already reaching Kage level. It was more than enough to handle Orochimaru.

"Water Style: Water Bullet Jutsu!" A powerful jet of water erupted from Kenji's mouth. In the original series, this jutsu could slice through even the roots of the Divine Tree!

Sensing the immense power of the water jet, Orochimaru didn't dare to underestimate it.

"Summoning Jutsu: Triple Rashomon."

Boom! Boom! Boom!

Three dull thuds echoed within the Four Purple Flames Formation, followed by a reverberating tremor.

Before Orochimaru, three towering gates adorned with eerie faces rose, forming an impenetrable barrier.

"Orochimaru-sama is truly remarkable! Summoning three Rashomon gates at once!" Sakon, maintaining the barrier, marveled at Orochimaru's display. For him, channeling just one Rashomon gate was a feat, even with the Cursed Seal activated.

The high-pressure water jet slammed into the first Rashomon gate with incredible force, easily shattering it. The second gate provided only momentary resistance, and the third gate fared no better.

"Uh-oh!"

Orochimaru hurriedly channeled chakra to erect an earth-style defense.

But the water jet pierced through Orochimaru's earth wall, penetrating it effortlessly!

Moments later, Orochimaru's body and head were severed, yet he swiftly spat out another Orochimaru from his mouth.

Orochimaru's Substitution Technique, a technique unique to him, allowed him to regenerate from any injury as long as he drew breath.

Panting heavily, Orochimaru showed signs of strain.

He never anticipated Senju Tobirama, at only 70% strength, would cause him such trouble with a mere jutsu release.

Just as Orochimaru contemplated seizing control of Senju Hashirama to neutralize Sarutobi Hiruzen, a piercing sound cut through the air above.

"Flying Thunder God Slash!"