Chapter:61

The Eight Gates is a forbidden technique that unlocks the chakra gates within the human body, temporarily granting immense power. The strength gained from opening these gates depends entirely on the individual, and it exponentially increases the user's abilities. However, the risks are severe—especially if all eight gates are opened. When fully activated, this technique is known as the Eight Gates Formation, which grants power dozens of times greater than that of a Kage-level ninja. The price, however, is certain death, as the body's life force is completely burned out.

"Training is divided into eight stages," Uchiha Fugaku noted after carefully studying the method of practicing the Eight Gates. Without hesitation, he began his training.

The practice of the Eight Gates involves opening each of the eight chakra gates, step by step. The reason this technique is considered forbidden is due to the significant damage it inflicts on the user's body. While the opening of the first three gates primarily causes excessive chakra consumption, opening the fourth to seventh gates results in severe bodily harm. The extent of the damage varies depending on the user's physical condition—the stronger the body, the less harm it sustains.

"The first step is to open the Gate of Opening," Fugaku said to himself.

The Gate of Opening is the first chakra gate, located on the left side of the brain. Opening this gate allows the user to bypass the brain's natural limitations, unleashing 100% of the body's potential.

Fugaku began practicing diligently, following the technique to unlock the first gate.

An hour later, he heard a faint "snap" in his mind.

It felt as though a restriction had been lifted, and suddenly his mind became clearer, his body lighter.

Whoosh!

In an instant, Fugaku's body appeared on one side of the room.

Whoosh!

In another blink, he had flashed to the opposite wall.

His movements were so quick that his body seemed to leave afterimages in the air. He moved rapidly around the room, faster than he had ever been before. The sensation was extraordinary—his body felt as though it had been freed from a weight he didn't even know he carried.

"I've opened the Gate of Opening!" Fugaku exclaimed, a faint smile on his face. He stopped and closed the gate, returning to his normal state.

"The Gate of Opening is the easiest gate to unlock, but mastering it in just an hour shows I have a natural talent for this technique."

Unlike the Flying Thunder God Technique, which had proven unsuitable for him, the Eight Gates appeared to be a perfect fit. Fugaku believed that if he continued his training, he would one day reach the eighth gate, just like Might Guy.

"It's unfortunate, though, that this technique consumes so much physical strength," Fugaku noted, slightly winded. Even opening the first gate for a brief moment had drained a considerable amount of his energy.

The Eight Gates, while immensely powerful, exacted a high cost by rapidly depleting physical energy in exchange for forbidden strength.

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The Land of Rivers

A trade route snaked through the dense forest, with caravans occasionally passing along the road. At this moment, a man in a black cloak adorned with red clouds, his face hidden behind a spiral mask, walked calmly along the path.

This man was Uchiha Obito.

Suddenly, two figures burst from the ground, wielding long swords aimed at Obito from both sides.

Buzz!

The two swords passed through Obito's body as though he were a mere shadow. Despite the strength of their attacks, they struck nothing solid.

The two assailants, though prepared for such a result, couldn't help but be startled. They quickly turned to face Obito, swords raised and eyes sharp.

At the same time, several more figures emerged from the surrounding forest, swiftly encircling Obito.

In total, there were twelve individuals—Konoha's elite Jonin team.

"So, you've arrived," Obito said, his voice cold. Even though he was surrounded by twelve of Konoha's elite, his calm demeanor didn't waver.

"Fire Style: Great Dragon Fire Technique!"

"Wind Style: Vacuum Sphere!"

"Lightning Release: False Darkness!"

Without exchanging words, the twelve unleashed powerful ninjutsu, attacking Obito with the force of a storm. Fire, wind, and lightning swirled together in a devastating assault.

The ground around Obito collapsed under the weight of the combined jutsu, leaving a massive crater where he stood.

As the dust settled, Obito stood in the center of the destruction, completely unharmed. Even his cloak remained unscathed.

"Is this all you've got?" Obito sneered, his body slowly sinking into the ground.

When he reappeared, he was next to one of the Jonin.

"Wood Release: Cutting Sprigs!" Obito's hand extended, and a sharp branch shot out, aiming to impale the ninja.

The Jonin reacted quickly, dodging to the side, but Obito was faster.

Puff!

The branch changed direction mid-strike, piercing through the Jonin's body, leaving a gaping wound.

The branch, still embedded in the man's body, began to sprout more branches, threatening to tear the Jonin apart from the inside.

Whoosh!

In a blur of motion, a figure appeared beside them, a short blade slicing through the air. The branch was severed just in time to stop its deadly spread. This figure was none other than Uchiha Shisui.

Shisui's Body Flicker technique had allowed him to move faster than any other Jonin on the battlefield.

The wounded Jonin stumbled back, his face pale with pain as blood trickled from the wound. He had barely escaped death, and cold sweat dripped from his brow.

Whoosh!

Shisui didn't waste a second, redirecting his blade toward Obito. But just like before, the blade passed through Obito's body without meeting any resistance.

"Don't worry," Obito said, his voice dripping with malice. "After I'm done with them, it'll be your turn."

Obito disappeared again, sinking into the earth.

"Byakugan!"

"Perception Jutsu!"

A Hyuga Clan Jonin activated his Byakugan to search for Obito, while another Jonin from the Yamanaka Clan used sensory abilities. But despite their efforts, they found nothing.

Neither the Byakugan nor sensory jutsu could detect Obito.

Suddenly, Obito reappeared behind another Jonin, his hand extended with a sharp wooden branch. The branch pierced through the ninja's body before anyone could react.

Puff!

The man gasped in pain as several holes appeared in his body. His eyes lost focus, and he collapsed to the ground, lifeless.

(End of Chapter.)

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