Chapter 203

As everyone stepped through the Portal, the space channel connecting the chat group space to the world of One Punch Man also opened. The twelve figures vanished from the conference space.

World of One Punch Man.

In the A City where the Heroes Association's headquarters is located, a portal suddenly appeared in an open space. From it, the Hokages emerged.

The first thing they did after arriving was not to scout their surroundings but to gather together. Having completed two missions in the other worlds before, they knew exactly what needed to be done upon entering a new world: claim their ranking rewards. This was the part they were most excited about, and it was also crucial for increasing their strength for the upcoming fights.

Eager and ready, they formed a circle. With a nod of agreement from the group, they clicked on.

[Claim Rewards!]

In unison, they confirmed their decision and a vibrant glow enveloped them.

As the first to claim rewards, Ryan was instantly granted the three powerful abilities he had selected earlier: Dual Rinnegan Palm Technique, Heretic Path, and Kāma. Upon acquiring the power of the Otsutsuki, two Rinnegans suddenly appeared in the palms of his hands, instantly amplifying his strength.

These eyes didn't just unleash powerful techniques with ease, they were also highly compatible with chakra and all kinds of Ninjutsu and the Hertic Path.

These abilities were also released through this transformation, leaving Ryan thoroughly satisfied. There was no need to explain how Dual Rinnegan Palm Technique could absorb any attack and reflect it—an extraordinarily powerful ability. The Heretic Path was equally useful, instantly summoning the black chakra rods to immobilize enemies while disrupting their chakra flow. With their chakra blocked, the enemy would be unable to perform ninjutsu and Genjutsu.

As for the Kāma, it hardly needed an explanation—an invaluable tool for secrecy and subterfuge. After his transformation, Ryan now possessed four eyes: two Rinnegans and two Tenseigans, allowing him to unleash divine techniques. He had become the ultimate force in the ninja world, and it was difficult to imagine any ability capable of defeating him.

Meanwhile, Tobirama, as the second-place recipient, was equally thrilled with his rewards: a Devil Fruit and Haki. Feeling the new Logia Devil Fruit power emerging within him, Tobirama's face lit up with excitement.

"Hmm, this fruit... a perfect complement to my abilities," Tobirama said, a faint smirk playing on his lips. "It seems I'll have the chance to conduct some interesting experiments soon."

At the same time, the other Hokages received their new rewards as well, quickly applying them to themselves without hesitation. They all understood the immense importance of these upgrades while in an unknown world full of dangers.

The system enhancer instantly tripled everyone's physical abilities. For all of them, it was an invaluable upgrade, significantly boosting their combat potential. After redeeming their rewards, the group wasted no time in moving forward.

Meanwhile, near the headquarters of the Heroes Association, a massive alien spaceship suddenly appeared in the sky, casting a shadow over the entire city. Swarms of extraterrestrial creatures poured out of it, their sheer strength threatening widespread destruction. Chaos erupted instantly as the city was plunged into a major crisis.

The S-Class heroes quickly sprang into action, engaging in fierce battles with these monstrous invaders. Beneath the looming spaceship, dragon-level monsters clashed with the S-Class heroes in an intense, full-scale fight.

The aliens were enormous, with terrifying strength and six pairs of menacing eyes. Even more daunting, their bodies could regenerate continuously—splitting into more creatures even after being completely shattered.

The situation grew dire as S-Class heroes like Metal Bat, Atomic Samurai, Bang, Tornado, Superalloy Darkshine, and Child Emperor entered the battlefield. Each of these heroes was renowned and powerful enough to protect a city on its own from dragon-level monsters. For all of them to gather in a single city, it was clear just how dangerous the crisis had become.

A bit earlier, the Hokages, led by Ryan, approached the city.

The Hokages stood at the edge of the bustling metropolis, their eyes wide with wonder as they took in the towering skyscrapers and the hum of modern life around them. Their eyes buzzed with amazement, each of them grappling with the sheer enormity of the world before them.

"So this is the world of One Punch Man?" Madara Uchiha mused, a rare hint of curiosity in his voice. He looked up at the gleaming structures that seemed to scrape the sky, a stark contrast to the natural beauty of Konoha. "Quite a beautiful city… yet I sense an overwhelming fragility."

"This is the legendary modern society!" Tobirama exclaimed, his voice rising with enthusiasm. His mind raced with possibilities, envisioning the potential for new jutsu. "Imagine the Konoha we could create with such technology! We must study their technology!"

"Amazing… compared to this, our world feels so outdated!" Ryan breathed, excitement bubbling in his chest as he gazed at the rapid movement of cars and aircraft. His eyes sparkled with inspiration. "We need to learn from them, to improve our village!"

"It's incredible how they've harnessed technology!" Minato remarked, a bright smile spreading across his face. He pointed at a sleek vehicle speeding down the road. "Imagine how quickly we could travel with these! It would change everything for us!"

"I can't believe how different the world can be with technology!" Tsunade chuckled, shaking her head in disbelief. She crossed her arms, glancing at the skyscrapers that loomed above. "Look at those buildings! They make our building in Konoha look like children's toys. We could learn something about infrastructure here."

Kakashi leaned against a nearby building, arms crossed and an amused expression on his face. "Huh, so this is what they call progress," he said, observing the hustle and bustle with a casual demeanor. "It's a little overwhelming. But I wonder how they deal with their villains. Do they have ninjas like us?"

Obito gazed at the city with a bittersweet smile. "Such a world… it's like a dream," he murmured, memories of his past flooding back.

"All this technology… and yet, I sense a lack of true strength," Sasuke remarked, his analytical gaze sweeping across the scene. He frowned, pondering the differences between this society and their own. "We have our strengths; it's not just about what's visible on the surface."

"Wow! Look at those big buildings!" Naruto shouted, his enthusiasm infectious as he dashed toward the nearest skyscraper. "I can't wait to see what else this world has! They must have awesome ramen shops too!" His laughter rang out, embodying the spirit of adventure and discovery.

As the Hokages continued to explore, the thrill of the unknown filled the air. Each of them contemplated the wonders of this new world, unaware of the challenges that awaited them in this vibrant, modern society.

Of all of them, Tobirama was the most captivated. He gazed at the futuristic scene before him, utterly speechless.

"This is… beyond anything I imagined," he muttered in disbelief. "I had no idea that when technology advances to this level, such a world could exist!"

Tobirama, known for his brilliant mind and progressive ideas, was taken aback. He had developed countless jutsu that others couldn't even conceive, achievements that were already groundbreaking in their world. But now, standing amidst the bustling metropolis and watching the advanced technology in motion, he realized something that humbled him:

For the first time, his imagination felt insufficient.

As he stared at the sleek vehicles zooming down the streets and the majestic skyscrapers reaching the sky, the level of technological progress he had once been so proud of suddenly seemed lacking. The wonders of this one city surpassed his wildest expectations.

Tobirama, visibly shaking from excitement, made a firm decision in his heart.

"This time, we must gather enough materials from this world. Once we return, I'll make sure to rapidly advance the technology of our world!"

He wasn't the only one with that thought. The other Hokages felt the same way.

Both Sixth Hokage Kakashi and Seventh Hokage Naruto were equally motivated.

"I thought our world's technology had advanced a lot," Kakashi said, a hint of disbelief in his voice. "But seeing this place—it's clear we're still way behind."

Naruto nodded eagerly, his eyes wide with excitement. "Yeah, Kakashi-sensei! Before we got here, I thought we were pretty advanced. But now that we've seen what a real modern world looks like, it feels like we're living in the warring states era compared to them!"

Tsunade's gaze was fixed on a nearby gambling center, her curiosity piqued by the flashing lights and the variety of gambling devices lining the walls. But what truly caught her attention were the betting machines nestled within the vibrant chaos. Her eyes sparkled with excitement as she took in the lively atmosphere, a playful grin spreading across her face.

"It's time to play a few rounds!" she declared, her voice filled with enthusiasm. Without a moment's hesitation, she dashed toward the gambling hall, ready to immerse herself in the thrill of the games.

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