26 Chapter 26 : Gate of Death

Off-screen, Sasuke was panting heavily, his body trembling uncontrollably, and his clothes drenched in sweat.

The sensation of impending death was overwhelming!

The sword felt as if it was piercing his heart through the screen!

What infuriated him even more was the clip just before, where Senju Hashirama compared him to Uchiha Madara's younger brother and asserted that Madara wouldn't kill him.

But when he turned to the screen, he met a cold, heartless gaze!

In the Pure Land, even Uchiha Madara's soul remained indifferent.

Hashirama was still too naive, thinking that someone who resembled Izuna could make Madara abandon his plans.

[The scene continues]

[The Gedo Statue vanishes, and Uchiha Madara casually tosses Sasuke onto the sword like garbage.]

[Seeing Sasuke desperately crawling on the ground, unwilling to succumb, Madara abruptly turns around.]

[Anyone who stands against me shall meet their doom!]

[And he no longer requires anyone standing behind him alive!]

[Uchiha Madara steps forward and summons the Gedo Statue once more.]

[He simply walks, yet the colossal Ten Tails behind him flows into him like water.]

[A cloud of dust billows into the sky.]

[Everyone is left in shock!]

[A figure emerges with long snow-white hair, adorned in a curved jade feather robe, wielding a pitch-black iron staff, with nine Truth-Seeking Balls orbiting around him!]

[The aura is overwhelming and suffocating!]

[This is the Ten Tails Jinchūriki!]

[Or one could say... the Sage of Six Paths Madara!]

The mountainous pressure seems to seep through the screen, leaving countless breathless.

Aizen squints, sensing that he might not win without the Hōgyoku.

The opponent's current form gives him an eerie feeling—almost flawless.

In the world of the Hokage, Orochimaru remains frozen in place.

This body is the embodiment of his ultimate ambition!

"Is this the power of the Sage of Six Paths... Perhaps my plans should be altered!"

Orochimaru's typically pale face flushes for the first time.

"Surpassing even Obito's incomplete state!" Hashirama, in the Pure Land, is also perplexed.

Prevailing against the demi-godly Obito before was a stroke of luck, but what about Madara, who's evidently stronger than Obito?

[The Six Path Madara soars into the air, heading toward Obito, determined to reclaim his other eye!]

[Unexpectedly, Obito breaks free from control and strikes backhandedly at Madara.]

[He absorbs a portion of the Ten Tails' power from Madara's body!]

[Nevertheless, Kakashi and Obito remain unequal adversaries!]

[Just as Madara is about to deliver the final blow, a long-awaited figure descends from the heavens!]

[Boom!]

[A verdant silhouette intercepts all attacks and stands before Kakashi!]

["Hey, Kakashi, you holding up?"]

[Hearing the familiar voice, Kakashi smiles.]

[Though he had forcibly unleashed a wave of 5% of his power and nearly perished.]

[The smoke and debris clear, revealing a man sporting bushy eyebrows and a mushroom-styled haircut in a green jumpsuit.]

[Uchiha Madara seems to recognize the image but, after a few seconds of contemplation, failing to place it, responds with an indifferent smile:]

["Even with reinforcements, you're just a speck of gravel."]

[Observing the incapacitated allies, Guy springs into action with resolve!]

["Does this mean it's time for me to appear as a Blue Beast?"]

In the world of Hokage, the faint excitement of the ninjas wanes.

Anticipating the arrival of a mighty ninja, they are met with disappointment at this ordinary figure.

Many formidable ninjas instantly recognize him in Konoha, for he's none other than Elite Jōnin Might Guy!

While usually regarded as a potent combatant, he is, in truth, a common ninja of the village!

But what could such a being achieve in a battle where Kages are impotent?

Merely cannon fodder, it seems!

Within Konoha Village, Sarutobi Hiruzen lets out a sigh.

Oh, Guy, not to mention genjutsu, he's only adept at basic ninjutsu—completely a taijutsu ninja.

Better if he remained hidden; he might even save his own life.

Disappointment blankets all once again.

Meanwhile, in the Pure Land, Uchiha Madara furrows his brows, sensing familiarity in the funny attire and peculiar radiance from the war in Land of Water.

After a pause, his eyes suddenly widen!

...

In the Shinigami realm, Aizen shakes his head slightly, his expectations for this man remain low.

In the world of pirates, Doflamingo chuckles: "Is this supposed to be amusing? It's just comical."

Notably, none from the other worlds hold high hopes for this helper.

Three words: far too ordinary.

...

[The scene persists!]

[Guy crosses his arms, his voice resonating firmly and forcefully!]

["Eight Inner Gates... Seventh Gate: Open!"]

[Astonishing azure steam surges forth from Guy, transforming him into a true azure beast!]

"Just the Seventh Gate!?" Kakashi exclaims, shocked and apprehensive!

The other observing ninjas display mild surprise, but not much else.

Judging from the footage, this falls far short; what follows is an onslaught devoid of sense!

[Uchiha Madara recalls this form of ninjutsu, chuckling:]

["It's not exactly crimson steam, but being underestimated is amusing!"]

[In the subsequent moment, Guy lunges at a remarkable pace, launching a relentless assault!!]

[Nonetheless, it appears to have limited impact; even Madara's garments evade his touch!]

[Noticing Guy's palms and fingers clasped, Chakra surges anew!]

["Daytime Tiger!"]

[A white, tiger-like air bomb materializes, roaring at the undying Madara!]

[Boom!]

[An eruption of countless particles fills the air!]

[But Madara merely steps back a distance, whereas Guy is sent hurtling backwards!]

Indeed, as expected.

Observing ninjas in the world of Hokage, all hope has dwindled!

In essence, the Taijutsu known as the daytime tiger seemingly holds no hope either!

[Madara hovers in midair, gazing downward suddenly!]

[Simultaneously, Guy's right arm fractures along with his ribcage.]

[Despair etches Kakashi's eyes!]

["I can't even rely on my taijutsu techniques. What now?"]

[Hearing this, Might Guy shakes his head and manages a smile:]

["Kakashi, it's too soon to conclude taijutsu's ineffectiveness!"]

["My youth has not faded; let's not abandon hope!"]

["The green beast of Konoha shall no longer be!"]

["The time has come to transform into a red beast!"]

[Guy, much like his father when he was young, gives Kakashi a thumbs-up and winks with a smile!]

[In the ensuing second, he adopts a unique stance!]

In Konoha, Kakashi's eyes widen abruptly!

Meanwhile, Might Guy intently fixes his gaze on the screen, recalling his father's last words, and softly mumbles to himself:

"Now is...!"

["Now is the moment... to protect what matters most with my life!"]

["Eight Inner Gates Formation!"]

["The Eighth Gate: Gate of Death!"]

["Open!!!"]

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