Chapter 117.2 : Orochimaru's Cursed Physique!

And after the Ōtsutsuki clan appeared, some things weren't hard to analyze as long as all the information was considered.

Sage Mode is about sensing the absorption of natural energy and creating Sage Jutsu in a special way.

The emphasis is on natural energy, not natural chakra.

In other words, before being converted into Sage Jutsu, natural energy is not chakra, but pure energy in any form, like a panacea.

Additionally, Ōtsutsuki Kaguya is called the Progenitor of Chakra, and Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo is called the ancestor of Ninja, but they aren't the ancestors of human beings, and Kaguya is also referred to as a alien.

A wise person should think that Chakra is a successor to Ōtsutsuki Kaguya who came to this world. Did humans before this possess special abilities as ninjas? Did they have a way to become stronger, and how did they cultivate?

Chakra lets the entry threshold of cultivation be lowered, but the average lifespan of ninjas is not enough because Chakra's refining actually consumes life.

Using the power of nature for your own use is the right way!

Sage Mode is just the utilization of natural energy to hook into the way of Chakra, and it is the beginning of a ninja's exposure to real power.

But do not disclose this information to the people.

Uchiha Ran himself had initially targeted the Ten Tails Jinchūriki.

However, now, there is Golden List involved!

"Natural energy!"

"Sage Mode!"

"Senjutsu Chakra!

"Chakra!

"Ancestor of Chakra, Ōtsutsuki Clan!"

"Sage of Six Paths and his brother seal Ōtsutsuki Kaguya."

Orochimaru licked his lips with anticipation, his eyes filled with an insatiable thirst for knowledge.

He connected a series of information, contemplating many thoughts simultaneously.

"I'll have to investigate Konoha thoroughly," Orochimaru thought to himself.

Many others had also considered this matter to varying degrees.

The most concerning were Ōtsutsuki Kaguya and Ōtsutsuki Isshin.

Natural energy was crucial, especially regarding their God tree-planting plan.

Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo and Ōtsutsuki Hamura followed, feeling a sense of shame for not thinking about this aspect despite their long lives.

If they paid attention to Sage Jutsu and traced the natural energy, they might find a way back, avoiding hiding in the Pure Land world for survival.

"Big brother, ordinary Ninjutsu has harmed us countless times, but Senjutsu can counteract it," Ōtsutsuki Hamura said.

"Yes!" Ōtsutsuki Hagoromo nodded solemnly. "As Ten Tails Jinchūriki, you'll possess the power of Sage Jutsu. Even the weak can understand and use Sage Jutsu."

"We've missed a lot."

The two felt a heavy burden.

Comparatively, the leaders of the major hidden villages were fortunate. Despite their sacrifices, they had obtained contracts with the Three Great Sage Region.

With proper management, they didn't need favor from many Summoning beasts but could still access Sage Jutsu's trials, gradually tapping into the world's core power.

However, only high-level and powerful individuals harbored such thoughts; ordinary people and ninjas were still far from reaching that level.

At this point, information updated with the reward options.

Summoning Beast Reward Options:

1. The orthodox Taoist practice method (can reach the Golden Core realm).

2. The method of transforming into dragons and demons (corresponding to their physical attributes, developing innate abilities).

Contractor Rewards: The soul returns to its peak state, and the body reverts to its original form. The following physiques can be integrated (Uchiha clan · advanced, Senju clan advanced, cursed body · controllable).

The ranking reward appeared.

Tagorihime and Ichikishimahime were of similar strength, receiving identical rewards, but their methods of Senjutsu cultivation were more relevant to their individual abilities.

Even Sage snakes excelled in different aspects.

"I choose two!"

Having Tagorihime's experience, Ichikishimahime didn't hesitate, immediately choosing the second option.

A beam of light shot between her eyebrows.

Orochimaru hesitated.

He was content with the gold list reward, losing interest in his Living Corpse Reincarnation after recent revelations.

The ability to return the soul to its peak and regain the original body was appealing.

Moreover, incorporating a special physique was intriguing.

Choosing one of the three constitutions wasn't a difficult decision.

Since being defeated by Uchiha Itachi, Orochimaru had been fascinated by Sharingan.

Considering the information, while the Senju clan's physique wasn't as versatile as Sharingan, it could develop into a Sage body, advantageous for absorbing natural energy.

Yet, from a natural energy perspective, the curse seal physique was superior.

Orochimaru's subordinate Jugo was the source of the curse, born with a personalized physique. In areas with strong natural energy, he experienced mad and uncontrollable mental and physical changes, similar to Sage Mode but turning petrified after excessive natural energy absorption.

A controllable curse seal physique equated to a perfect Sage Mode switch.

"Little Junior Brother, which physique do you think I should choose?"

Orochimaru asked the live room.

[ Uchiha Ran: Don't you already have the answer?]

"Understood!"

Orochimaru smiled, choosing the cursed physique.

A ray of light descended on the gold list.

Orochimaru began transforming in the light.

The live screen then switched.

The golden bell rang.

Dynamic stereoscopic images appeared.

Next on the list is...

Uchiha Ran?

Again Uchiha Ran.

Does the old monkey apprentice dominate the list today?

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