Chapter 21

"I will never be able to figure out this Flying Sickle Kick Technique in my lifetime," the Third Hokage sighed.

"He is only six years old!!"

Jiraiya looked stunned, unable to believe it. "He can develop such a technique at the age of six—what will he be able to do when he grows up?"

"How come Orochimaru is so lucky!"

"How could he have such an outstanding disciple!!"

Tsunade glanced at Jiraiya and laughed inwardly.

If Jiraiya knew that Orochimaru and Nara Shintaku were only master and disciple in name, but actually researchers communicating with each other on an equal footing, he would be shocked!

'This child is someone Orochimaru is so proud of, but he put aside his pride and sought advice seriously…' Tsunade sighed inwardly.

Bang!

Followed by an explosion.

Nara Shintaku finished the demonstration and landed gently on the ground.

He looked around at everyone and nodded. "It seems that everyone understands the value of this technique, so I won't go into details."

"Next, I will explain the advantages and disadvantages of this technique."

Everyone's expression became serious as they listened attentively.

"The advantage is that the learning difficulty is only B-level; even a Chunin can learn it within half a year."

"Of course, the prerequisite is to master certain medical knowledge and sealing skills."

"The second advantage is that this technique is similar to the Blood Armor Technique. Learning the Flying Sickle Kick Technique can reduce the difficulty of learning the Blood Armor Technique and help you get started faster."

"The same is true in reverse. Those who have learned the Blood Armor Technique can master the Flying Sickle Kick Technique in a short time."

When these words were spoken, everyone's eyes became eager.

The two techniques actually have a progressive linkage relationship!

This linkage makes the Flying Sickle Kick Technique even more valuable!

Just like the Clone Technique and the Shadow Clone Technique, the D-level Clone Technique is not very useful. At the Jounin level, it is basically abandoned.

But learning the Clone Technique can reduce the difficulty of learning the Shadow Clone Technique.

This increases the value of the Clone Technique!

So much so that now in the five hidden villages, the Clone Technique has become a compulsory course!

"Of course, this technique also has some tricky shortcomings."

Nara Shintaku paused and said, "Because the principle is to step on natural energy, the user must be able to sense natural energy."

"And to sense natural energy, one needs talent."

Nara Shintaku's words were like a bucket of cold water, extinguishing everyone's enthusiasm.

Everyone's expression froze.

Natural energy talent?

Among these ten thousand people, not even one could meet the requirement!

"However, this technique only requires the perception of natural energy, and does not require absorption into the body, so the talent required is not as high as practicing Sage Mode," Nara Shintaku said.

Swoosh!

Everyone's lost eyes brightened up again.

"If Sage Mode is rare, then this technique should only be achievable by one out of a hundred, right?"

Nara Shintaku thought, stroking his chin.

"And I found a trick."

"By touching objects that contain rich natural energy, you can help perceive natural energy, which in turn reduces the talent requirements."

"So it's about ten to one, that is, one out of ten Chunins is qualified to learn the Flying Sickle Kick Technique."

Nara Shintaku's words made everyone's eyes brighten.

There are auxiliary means?

This is great! It's a savior for those with insufficient talent!

In the ninja world, countless ninjas are unable to learn powerful ninjutsu because of their lack of talent.

There are also countless powerful ninjutsu that cannot be passed down because of the harsh learning conditions.

"Items containing natural energy can be obtained from the Three Holy Places, or some natural energy can be obtained from gathering places... I remember that there are four explored locations in the Land of Fire," Nara Shintaku said, looking at Jiraiya and Tsunade.

"Perhaps you two could ask the Three Holy Places for their opinions?"

Jiraiya and Tsunade nodded immediately after hearing this.

This is not a big problem for the holy places, but it is a great opportunity for Konoha ninjas!

They will definitely make the request to the holy places.

"Very good!"

"Thank you so much! Master Jiraiya! Master Tsunade!"

"Your existence is destiny's favor to Konoha!"

"Please, Master Jiraiya, Master Tsunade!"

Everyone bowed deeply at 90 degrees.

Jiraiya and Tsunade accepted the greeting calmly.

"Cough cough..."

Nara Shintaku coughed lightly, drawing everyone's attention back.

"Considering the demand for the holy land, I think that those who qualify after the initial screening of the three departments—the Barrier Class, the Anbu, and the Medical Department—can apply for the assessment by the Konoha Sannin."

"After passing the test, you can learn the Flying Sickle Kick Technique."

"You can apply for assessments from different departments according to your own circumstances."

When Nara Shintaku said this, everyone was stunned.

The air was briefly quiet.

Then it became as hot as if a pot had exploded!

"Shintaku, can I understand your words as meaning that there are no restrictions on learning this technique?" an ANBU asked excitedly.

Nara Shintaku smiled and nodded. "Yes, this technique is also taught publicly."

Wow!

The ANBU present were suddenly in an uproar, all making sounds of surprise.

"Is this true, Shintaku-kun?"

"Shintaku-kun, do you really allow everyone to learn?"

"Oh my god, am I under an illusion?"

"I am actually qualified to learn such a powerful technique!!"

All the ANBU couldn't believe it.

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