Chapter 82: Impersonation Technique and the Mayfly Technique

The White Zetsu clone is truly one of the most unique beings in the ninja world. In Uchiha Madara's view, this clone is a result of breeding Hashirama's cells with the Gedo Statue. However, the reality is quite different. These clones are actually ancient humans from thousands of years ago.

They came into existence through the Infinite Tsukuyomi. Ōtsutsuki Kaguya fashioned them to confront her own clan, a force she endowed with great expectations. Regrettably, the White Zetsu clones might falls far short of that vision, especially when it comes to the strength department.

This assessment pertains to the post-ninja era. As time went by, Kaguya refrained from sharing her Chakra, leaving the world devoid of any powers beyond jutsu. Consequently, the lack of prowess in these mutated White Zetsu clones, shaped from ordinary individuals, is unsurprising.

While they lack combat prowess, these clones possess two of the most extraordinary abilities in the ninja realm. This is one of the reasons why Sato meticulously set his sights on them. These two standout talents are the Mayfly Technique and the Impersonation Technique.

The Mayfly Technique is a form of ninjutsu enabling integration with the earth's flora. Once activated, they merge seamlessly with the environment, capable of unhindered movement anywhere. They exploit the organic networks such as tree roots and underground water flows for swift traversal. Few within the ninja world can discern the White Zetsu's presence.

Through this skill, a White Zetsu clone can rapidly navigate between the Five Great Ninja Villages. These clones defy the barriers of these villages, remaining imperceptible whether concealed beneath the ground or camouflaged as trees.

This Mayfly Technique isn't merely a dynamic art, but rather a ninjutsu rivaling even Dust Release, outmatching it in stealthiness. Indeed, the Dust Release is powerless against Rinnegan's ultimate techniques.

The other exceptional ability is the Impersonation Technique, differing from the standard Transformation Technique. By absorbing others' chakra, they morph their bodies and chakra signatures into someone else's form. This transformation deceives even the most perceptive individuals, as long as no malicious intent is sensed.

Impersonations are officially regarded as the most potent method of alteration. Mastering this technique enables Sato's "leaf borer removal plan" to unfold flawlessly, serving multiple goals.

Sato executed a covert operation at Konoha's cemetery. Hypnotizing the guards with practiced ease, he manipulated the coffins of Sarutobi Hiruzen, Namikaze Minato, and Uzumaki Kushina. Precise tomb-raiding techniques came into play, with corpses placed back or conjured from storage scrolls. Sato assumed an alternate form using the Wooden Transformation Technique, becoming invisible like dust.

Invisible to the world, he awaited the anticipated outcome. The response wasn't long in coming. The White Zetsu clone, aided by subterranean roots and water flow, raced across the ninja villages within days.

The combined efforts of three White Zetsu clones skirted Konoha's defenses, infiltrating its cemetery. Like subterranean swimmers, they navigated effortlessly. Collaborating, one surfaced briefly, scouting for the notable's tombstone. The others investigated each prominent figure's coffin.

Swiftly, they completed their assigned task. Konoha's cemetery had indeed been pilfered. Many strong figures' tombs stood empty, void of well-preserved remains or mere skeletons.

As the two clones were about to depart after inspecting the Hokage coffins, their plans unraveled. Inexplicably, Namikaze Minato and Sarutobi Hiruzen's corpses came to life. These resurrected figures clutched the White Zetsu clone, their actions etched through spell runes.

The White Zetsu clone was sealed, and their bodies vanished into their coffins. This sudden turn concealed two imprisoned clones.

The sentinel White Zetsu clone activated the Mayfly Technique, fleeing Konoha in panic. Sato observed it all.

Sato, tapping into the Kagura Mind-Eyes, perceived the malicious version of the White Zetsu clone. Once Sato confirmed the clone's departure, he harnessed Nirvana·Resurrection of the Dead to reclaim Uzumaki Kushina 's existence.

A miraculous spectacle played out within Uzumaki Kushina's coffin. No stone slab lifting, no casket opening. Uzumaki Kushina's form vanished before the naked eye, akin to the vanishing act of a dust-free maze. Her corporeal form didn't simply turn invisible; it seemed to dissolve into thin air, as if erased by an abstract force.

This is how the Nirvana Sharigan·Resurrection of the Dead rejuvenated Corpse Slaves. With Uzumaki Kushina's existence restored, Sato, cloaked in a new guise, activated a Flying Thunder God jutsu in the wilderness.

Two White Zetsu clones, their bodies and consciousness confined, stood before him. Sato deftly employed the hand of devouring, consuming one clone. The other clone remained as a contingency.

Beyond their unparalleled stealth and transformation prowess, the White Zetsu clones harbored a secret, nearly perfecting the incomplete Impure World Reincarnation. Employing the clones as sacrifices, this Impure World Reincarnation closely approached the zenith of its strength.

Once fully refined within the refining space, the White Zetsu clone yielded the coveted Impersonation Technique and the Mayfly Technique.

"I've already granted them the way out. When they're unable to locate Kei, they ought to surrender the gunbai to obtain intel about the second pair of Eternal Mangekyō Sharingan, isn't that the deal?" Sato pondered, fingers lightly tapping his chin. "Once we secure the gunbai, we'll have a clear shot at dealing with those nuisances in an open and honest manner.