[18th place on the merit list: Senju Tobirama]
[Evaluation: Has taken numerous lives, mostly those of wrongdoers, and contributed to the establishment of Konoha Shinobi Village, thus ending the war. Under comprehensive evaluation, earns 10001 merit points.]
Uchiha Madara couldn't help but feel irked by Senju Tobirama being ranked higher than him.
[Uchiha Madara: Why is Tobirama ranked higher than me?]
[Senju Hashirama: It's clear. Most of the individuals my brother eliminates are deserving of punishment. He seldom targets innocents, thus his merit outweighs yours.]
[Uchiha Madara: He took my brother's life!]
[Senju Hashirama: Didn't your own brother slaughter many of our Senju clan in the past for vengeance?]
[Senju Tobirama: I'm surprised I made it to 18th place on the merit list. I didn't think I'd even qualify!]
The time for the ranking slowly passed, each placement announced one by one.
After a prolonged anticipation, the rankings finally reached the top ten.
Many eagerly awaited this moment.
After all, the rewards for the top ten were significant, so everyone held their breath.
Finally, to everyone's expectation, the tenth place on the merit list was unveiled.
On the screen appeared the figure of an elderly man, recognized as Mifune, the leader of the Land of Iron's samurai.
[Tenth place on the merit list: Mifune]
[Evaluation: General of the Land of Iron, executed numerous wrongdoers, upheld his inner justice, saved countless lives, and led the samurai in eliminating many corrupt warriors. Under comprehensive evaluation, earns 12103 merit points.]
[Fourth Raikage: Quite surprised. Didn't expect Mifune to secure tenth place on the merit list!]
[Tsunade: It's actually quite reasonable. Mifune leads the Land of Iron's samurai, has dispatched many villains, and governed the Land of Iron exceptionally well. His contributions merit such a ranking.]
[Mifune: Ranked tenth on the merit list... quite unexpected!]
[Terumi Mei: Even Mifune made it to tenth place. I'm envious. Should've taken down more villains!]
[Third Tsuchikage: It seems we'll be facing more troublemakers in the future!]
[Gaara: Judging who the real troublemakers are isn't easy. Ninjas are masters of deception. Accidentally taking out a ninja with great merit would be a heavy loss! But there are certainly some scoundrels who deserve it.]
Soon after, the announcement for the ninth rank on the merit list was made.
Uzumaki Naruto's image flashed on the screen.
[Ninth rank on the merit list: Uzumaki Naruto]
[Evaluation: Helpful, assisted others numerous times, halted Uzumaki Nagato, saved Konoha Shinobi Village. Total merit points: 12200]
[Haruno Sakura: Congratulations to Naruto for ranking ninth on the merit list!]
[Fourth Hokage: Hahaha, my son Naruto is truly remarkable, ninth on the merit list! He's in for a good reward this time!]
[Hyūga Hinata: Naruto-kun, you're incredible!]
[Hyuga Neji: Congratulations, Naruto!]
[Uzumaki Kushina: My son's achievements are outstanding. It's no surprise he's ninth on the list!]
[Uzumaki Naruto: Ninth on the merit list, awesome!]
Shortly after, the eighth rank on the merit list was announced.
Jiraiya's image appeared on the screen.
[Eighth rank on the merit list: Jiraiya]
[Evaluation: Has been incredibly helpful, even in wartime, rescued innocent civilians, upheld justice, possesses extensive experience, saved many villages and ordinary people, and eliminated numerous villains. Total merit points: 15288]
[Jiraiya: Well, well, eighth place it is!]
[Great Toad Sage: Little Jiraiya is truly benevolent and compassionate. His rank is well-deserved!]
[Tsunade: Jiraiya may seem like a pervert, but his kindness surpasses mine. Even with my position as Hokage, I can't match his merits.]
[Kakashi: Jiraiya-sama is my ultimate role model!]
[Uzumaki Naruto: Pervy Sage, I always thought you were just a huge pervert, but turns out you've done so much good!]
[Nagato: Teacher Jiraiya is indeed kind. Even during our war with Rain Shinobi Village, he aided us ordinary children.]
[Konan: We regret what happened to Mr. Jiraiya. Though I've repented, some deeds can't be undone.]
[Jiraiya: What's done is done. No use dwelling on it now.]
[Might Guy: Mr. Jiraiya clinched the eighth rank on the merit list this time. Surely, he'll get a substantial reward!]
[Jiraiya: Hahaha, hoping for some top-notch treasure!]
As time ticked on, the seventh rank on the merit list was eventually revealed.
The image of Fourth Hokage Namikaze Minato appeared on the screen.
It seems this time it's Fourth Hokage Namikaze Minato's turn.
[Seventh Place on the Merit List: Namikaze Minato]
[Evaluation: He has rescued numerous individuals, dispatched many criminals, and ultimately sacrificed himself to seal the Nine-Tails, thus safeguarding countless lives in Konoha. Following a comprehensive evaluation, his merit points total 16,390.]
[Fourth Raikage: I hold great admiration for Fourth Hokage Namikaze Minato; undoubtedly, he is the most commendable Hokage. If it weren't for his fall, I wouldn't have dared to provoke Konoha. It's regrettable that he had such a promising future and was still very young, yet he chose to sacrifice himself for Konoha's sake and seal away the rampaging Nine-Tails."]
(Third Hokage: Minato is undeniably benevolent and has made substantial contributions to Konoha. Hence, his ranking is well-deserved.)
[Uzumaki Naruto: Wow, Dad made it to seventh place on the merit list!]
[Uzumaki Kushina: My husband is incredible; he's seventh on the merit list!]
[Fourth Hokage: Seventh place on the merit list, haha, quite unexpected, but I'm overjoyed!]
[Tsunade: Congratulations to Minato!]
[Jiraiya: Congratulations, Minato!]
[Kakashi: Congratulations, Minato-sensei!]
It must be acknowledged that Minato holds a lofty status in the hearts of the people of Konoha, far surpassing even the Third Hokage.
Hence, many individuals are offering sincere congratulations to Namikaze Minato.
After a brief interval, the announcement for sixth place on the merit list was made.
This time, First Hokage Senju Hashirama's name appeared on the live room screen.
[Sixth Place on the Merit List: Senju Hashirama!]
Senju Hashirama exhibited great excitement upon seeing his ranking.
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