Chapter 166.1 : Sovereign Celestial Body!!

In the sky, a new three-dimensional image materialized.

It depicted a young man with brown hair, sporting two elongated horns atop his head.

Clad in a white coat, the young man bore six black hook-shaped emblems across his chest, with a red swirl emblem adorning the back, and a nine-square grid of hooks at the hem.

This individual was familiar to all. He was none other than the progenitor of ninjutsu, Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo, revered as the Sage of Six Paths.

His presence on the list was hardly surprising.

The Six Paths Ninja Tools, also known as the Treasured Tools of Sage of Six Paths, were named in honor of the Sage of Six Paths.

The Uchiha's Gunbai descended from Indra, who in turn was a descendant of the Sage.

Likewise, the Uchiha Clan's monument, the Inheritance Stone Tablet, also bore his legacy.

Seven items were already attributed to him.

But the Sage of Six Paths himself couldn't possibly refrain from leaving behind more artifacts.

And perhaps, even more potent ones at that!

"Shakujō !"

Amidst the rapt attention of the assembled, the Sage of Six Paths gestured with both hands, weaving a complex pattern of yin and yang energies that coalesced into a formidable weapon, its ends reminiscent of the sun and moon.

Once his work was complete, the image transformed into a streak of light and shot into the Gold List.

Specific rankings were displayed.

Rank 18: Shakujō (Formerly Truth-Seeking Ball, exclusive to the level of Six Paths.)

Owner: Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo

At this sight, the entire Ninja world fell into an eerie silence, swiftly followed by a flurry of excitement.

[Rasa: Initially, I was puzzled by how the Sage of Six Paths' items consistently ranked at eighteen. But now, with this weapon of his creation, it all makes sense.]

[Onoki: Astounding! A weapon forged from the merging of yin and yang, yet it only ranks at eighteen? It surpasses God tree branches like the Gunbai.]

[Fourth Raikage Ai: The power of the Six Paths is truly fearsome.]

[Ōtsutsuki Toneri: While I'm not yet capable of crafting such weapons, it appears there's still a gap in reaching the level of the Six Paths. But our ancestor will undoubtedly ascend the rankings.]

[Ōtsutsuki Hamura: Seems I haven't made the cut yet!]

Ōtsutsuki Hamura couldn't help but feel a twinge of embarrassment.

In the silence, Ōtsutsuki Hagaromo remained speechless.

His attention was caught by Toneri's query.

[Ōtsutsuki Toneri: Impossible! How can you, our ancestor, not have any weapons listed?]

[Ōtsutsuki Hamura: Currently, I reside in the Pure Land as a soul, hence considered deceased. Regarding weapons, the Shakujō I wielded during the Six Paths era with Nissan, and the Secret Treasure of the Toads I used to heal deadly injuries, could be listed. Unfortunately, they were all destroyed in the battle against my mother. Presently, I cannot condense the Shakujō .]

[Ōtsutsuki Toneri: I see, it seems the younger generation has offended the ancestors.]

Ōtsutsuki Toneri's realization struck suddenly.

Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo, once known as the Sage of Six Paths, was rumored to have been resurrected in his prime. Considering Ōtsutsuki Hamura remains in a soul state, it's evident the former holds greater strength.

Even if both could forge Shakujō's, placing Hagoromo first is logical.

With Hagoromo on the list, Hamura's chances seem bleak.

Were it not for Hamura's swift response, he might have been more embrassed.

[Uzumaki Naruto: Senjutsu power, Senjutsu treasure, they sound formidable indeed.]

[Uchiha Sasuke: Yet unattainable.]

[Uzumaki Naruto: You underestimate me!]

[Uchiha Sasuke: Only you.]

[Uzumaki Naruto: I challenge you.]

[Uchiha Sasuke: Foolish. Hamura's Shakujō and Secret Treasure of the Toads are shattered. Where do you plan to find them?]

[Uzumaki Naruto: Ignorant! Don't you know Golden List's omnipotence?]

[Jiraiya: Naruto's sharp today?

[Uzumaki Naruko: Isn't it always the case?]

[Uchiha Sasuke: The Golden List's reward is precious, yet you seek weapons eliminated by the Sage of Six Paths. Hopeless!]

Uzumaki Naruto fell silent.

The intolerance among the eternal cycle of Indra and Ashura's reincarnation resumed.

Meanwhile, at the Five Kages Conference in the Land of Iron...

Uchiha Madara acquired the Sovereign Celestial Body's practice method.

At the level of Six Paths, he could harness natural energy directly. By forsaking Chakra, he could attain supremacy akin to the Bloodline Encompassing!

"Lord Madara, may I have a copy of the Golden List's Sovereign Celestial Body description?"

Uchiha Ran approached Madara, a determined look on his face.

"I need to confirm something," he said.

"Go ahead," Madara replied, waving his hand casually.

At their level, exchanging information through their shared abilities was effortless.

Soon, Uchiha Ran grasped the specifics of the Sovereign Celestial Body.

"Indeed," he muttered, narrowing his eyes.

Lately, he'd been frequenting the Heavenly Flame Continent, encountering formidable opponents, including a fierce Dou saint. In one intense battle, he had to resort to Kyōka Suigetsu to gain control.

He realized he had underestimated the strength of those in the Heavenly Flame Continent. Just like the Ninja World's battle prowess in its later stages, the Heavenly Flame Continent's strength in its advanced stages was comparable.

Douzong and Dou Zun were the pillars of their world, just as Dou Zun and Dou Sheng were for others. Dou Sheng and Dou Di were realms that commanded respect, each breakthrough marking a significant transformation.

In the Six Paths level of the ninja world, strength hovered between Dou Zong and Dou Zun, excelling in various Ninjutsu.

Uchiha Ran dubbed the level above Six Paths as the Peak Sage level, akin to the Ōtsutsuki Kaguya level during her prime after consuming the ripe Chakra fruit. At this point, one's strength was akin to Nine Changes to turn Saint.

Unlike Dou Zun and Dou Zong, who needed to hone their combat skills, the Peak Sage-level possessed countless innate abilities, akin to minor supernatural powers.

Dou Sheng, on the other hand, was in a different league—Uchiha Ran's current level. He sensed he was at a half-step to Dou Di, and due to his usage of natural energy, his combat prowess rivaled that of Dou Di.

In the Heavenly Flame Continent, the pinnacle of Dou Sheng's cultivation could often challenge ordinary Dou Di, a feat unheard of elsewhere.

While he might seem invincible in the Heavenly Flame Continent, in a world plagued by catastrophes, even a Heavenly Sovereign (Dou Sheng) with a powerful Sovereign Celestial Body could face competition, especially from beings on par with Dou Di.

This disparity puzzled him, but upon introspection, Uchiha Ran found the situation to be logical.

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