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"Fourth Hokage, back away from the Jinchuuriki or your son dies at the ripe old age of one minute," a masked intruder said to the blond haired Hokage while holding a kunai over a newborn baby.
Said baby had the same shade of blonde hair like his father the Fourth Hokage. The little guy was sleeping peacefully, not knowing what kind of dangerous situation he was in.
Minato was a fairly tall, fair-skinned man who shared physical appearance with his son, both of them had bright, blue eyes and blond hair. "How did he break thought the barrier? Who the hell is this guy?" he thought without taking his eyes off the stranger who was holding his newborn son, Naruto, as a hostage.
"Aaah!"
That was when he heard a scream from his wife; he quickly turned and looked at his wife to make sure she was alright.
Uzumaki Kushina, who was also happened to be the second Jinchuuriki of the Nine-Tailed Fox, was barely holding the seal that had weakened because of childbirth. She had a slender, but feminine build, fair skin, violet eyes, fiery red hair—a common trait among the members of the Uzumaki clan—with strands that framed both sides of her face and a black clip that parted her hair to the left, keeping it out of her eyes.
"The seal's not done, Minato thought, glancing to the intruder,
"Aaah!" Kushina screamed again, as Nine-Tail forced more chakra to escape from his prison.
"Kushina!" Minato said, as he worried for safety of his son and wife.
"Back away from the Jinchuuriki... or don't you care if your son dies?" the masked intruder asked
"Hold it, j-just clam down!" Minato said with worry laced into his voice, as he held his left hand up in a placating gesture.
"You should take your own advice, Minato. I'm perfectly calm," the masked man said, and he tossed baby Naruto up.
"Naruto!" Kushina cried out in terror at the thought of her child being hurt.
The masked man attacked with his kunai toward the baby's aerial form, but acting quickly, Minato disappeared and reappeared behind the masked man, holding his son in his hand.
"You live up to the 'Yellow Flash' moniker," the man said calmly. He was clearly impressed by Minato's speed. "But what now?"
Minato looked down in horror as he found exploding tags on the blanket, just before they exploded
"Naruto! Minato!" Kushina screamed in a horror.
Minato flew out of the smoke and debris with unharmed Naruto in his arms. His three-pronged kunai was sticking into the ground just a few meters away from him.
He looked down at his son and said with a great relief after seeing him unharmed.
"Thank god... You're not hurt."
Looking down at his leg Minato, saw a large splinter of wood stuck in his leg. He gasped as he took it out "He's after Kushina... He forced me to use my Flying Thunder God technique to separate us! Gotta hurry!
Throwing the splinter of wood away, he disappeared in a yellow flash with his son and reappeared in his safe house that was somewhere on the outskirts of the Hidden Leaf village that he had utilized in case of an emergency.
Meanwhile, with Kushina, the masked man had bound her to several large rocks by the seal that imprisoned the Nine-Tails. She stood in the center of the rocks and stared at the man before her while sweat dripping down her face from the exhaustion of giving birth.
"What... are you after?" she asked, panting tiredly.
"I came to rip the Nine-Tails from your stomach and use it to crush the leaf," the masked man answered simply.
"What?"! Kushina exclaimed. Her panting had been becoming worse.
"Minato's teleportation technique uses a special marking that lets him instantly move from one marking to the next," the man said in a neutral tone while looking at the seal on Kushina's stomach. "I see he's incorporated it into the design of your seal... so he would always be there to protect you... But I managed to get away from him. And the seal has been greatly weakened from the birth..." He looked up at her. His lone eyes turned red with three tomoe circling the pupil... Sharingan. "Do you have any idea how long I've waited for this moment?"
His tone of last sentence caused Kushina's eyes to widen in shock.
"You'll be safe here.” Minato laid the newborn son onto a small bed with rails surrounding the sides. "You'll wait on your own for a little bit, Naruto." He covered his son with a blanket to keep him warm. "I've gotta go save your mom before it's too late."
He looked at the sleeping face of his son for last time before flashing away. What Minato didn't know was that using his space time technique on his son would have an affect as a mutation formed in the boys still forming chakra pools and body
Back with Kushina, the masked man was inside of her seal where the Nine-Tailed Fox tied to a large rock with chains and stakes piercing each of his tails. The man focused his lone Sharingan eyes at the Fox, as the beast tried to his best to nullify the effects of Sharingan. However, in the end, he failed. His large slitted eyes changed into the pattern of three tomoe, which eventually faded back in the background.
The Nine-Tails roared, breaking all restrictions that held him to the massive rock and started to melt.
Outside the seal, however, Kushina screamed, as the violent red bubbles of chakra exploded from her body, feeling like she was being burned alive.
"Come forth, Nine-Tailed Fox!" the masked man shouted, as he placed his hands in a seal.
With a mighty ground shaking roar of the tremors, the Nine-Tailed Fox emerged from his host, reappearing in the real world once again after a century.
"We head for the Hidden Leaf Village," the masked stranger commanded before turning to walk away from there.
"S... Stop!" Kushina breathed out tiredly while trying to stand up on her feet.
The man turned around to see Kushina survived the extraction of her tailed beast. "The Uzumaki clan is really something special. Even wrenching a tailed beast out of your body didn't kill you right anyway," he said. He turned to his new pet once again. "It's only fitting for the Nine-Tails to kill his former Jinchuuriki."
The Nine-Tails lifted one of his large claws and slashed down with intending to kill his former host. As his large paw smashed down at the rock she was on, a flash of yellow preceded. The paw smashed place, but Kushina disappeared before she could crush under it.
As the dust settled, Minato was crouching on top of a large tree, holding his wife against himself.
"A small flash of hope... but it's too late," the masked man said after watching the failed attempt of the demon fox.
"Minato... Is Naruto... Is Naruto okay?" Kushina strenuously breathed out. Her face was devoid of life that was extracted out of her with the beast. Bags had gathered under her eyes and mix that with the sweating and weary look on her face… it made her look slightly older than the young beautiful woman she was.
Minato answered, as he grinned, trying to put on his bravado face. "Yes... He's fine. I hid him somewhere safe."
"Oh, thank god." Kushina breathed a sigh of relief before she looked at her husband.
"Minato... stop him... stop the Nine-Tails," she warned, a slight tone of worry in her usual cheerful voice. "They're headed for the village."
Minato looked at his wife for a second before teleporting again.
The man raised an eyebrow behind his mask. "Gone again... No matter... On to the leaf!" he said with a faraway gaze into the distance.
Safe house
Minato appeared in the same room, he had come before, but this time instead of Naruto, he had a tired Kushina in his arms.
"Why?" Kushina asked.
"Never mind why... Just stay with Naruto," Minato said, as he set Kushina down on the bed next to sleeping Naruto.
"Naruto," Kushina whispered, as she hugged her son with a brilliant smile despite the situation. She wrapped an arm around him as he lay beneath the blanket. She pulled him close and the side of his head rested against her own. "Minato, thank you... Good luck." She closed her eyes and snuggled besides her son.
Minato clenched his fists in determination as he rose from his place. Going over to the wall where a coat was hung up, he grabbed it and swung it around to wear it. The trench coat had crimson fire licking the bottom with the Kanji for 'Fourth Hokage' vertically stitched on the back.
"I'll be back before you know it," he said to his wife.
He flashed away to stop the masked man and the Nine-Tailed Fox... and save his City.
Kushina pressed her hand against the wall beside the bed and channeled her chakra into it before a clone appeared from a seal. Immediately the shadow clone walked to the side and grabbed a small backpack before it came over to Kushina and began to apply a seal to Naruto’s forearm. As Kushina watched tiredly
Center of Konoha
The man who had attacked the Fourth Hokage and his family and extracted the Nine-Tails from Kushina appeared just inside the square. He slammed his hand on the ground. "Summoning Jutsu!" He unleashed the monstrous beast inside the territory of the Hidden Leaf.
The fox roared while his tails smashed skyscrapers and crushed various structures true to his legend causing mass debris to fly away in various directions. Some of the citizens, who weren't caught in the initial assault, looked up at the fox in pure, unadulterated fear.
"Attack, demon fox!"
Elsewhere
"Third Hokage-sama!" one of the Leaf Anbu appeared beside the previous Hokage, Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, who had dressed in the battle suit. "It's the Nine-Tails! The Nine-Tails attacked the City out of nowhere!"
"I know! I'll hold it back, gather, and protect civilians!" Hiruzen said while placing his battle worn bracer on his right forearm.
"Yes, sir!" the Anbu responded, and he disappeared as quickly as he had arrived.
The Former Hokage gazed at the giant beast while thinking, Did Kushina's seal fail? Were all the safeguards we put in the place really not enough?
With Minato
Minato appeared on the top of his head that carved into the Hokage Mountain. Looking around from the top of the mountain, he could clearly see the Nine-Tails had been summoned in the center of the City.
The Fox immediately noticed Minato's presence and turned his attention toward the blond Hokage.
"So you noticed me already," Minato said. He saw the Fox had begun to accumulate his chakra to the mouth, condensing it into a large and a lethal ball of energy. "Not on my watch!"
The Nine-Tailed Fox fired a tailed beast ball toward the Fourth from his giant mouth. At the same time, Minato spread his hands out with one of his special kunai held out horizontally. An invisible barrier formed in front of him with a mass intricate pattern of seals suspending in midair. The wall absorbed the attack until there was nothing left. In the forest, not far from him, the same barrier opened up and set off an explosion that rocked the city from the distant and decimated the forest that caught in the blast.
Below the Hokage Monument, the Leaf shinobis watched the tailed beast ball vanished into the some kind of barrier.
"It's stopped the Nine-Tails' attack... That was a space-time barrier jutsu!" a red headed man with purple markings on his cheeks said. His name was Akimichi Chouza, the fifteenth head of the Akimichi clan.
Nara Shikaku, the head of the Nara clan, said, "It's Minato!"
"Everyone move out!" Hiruzen ordered.
Back with Minato, he was preparing to teleport to Hiruzen's side. I have to tell Third what happened.
Suddenly, the same masked man who was responsible for everything rose up from the top of the Fourth's face on the mountain. Sensing the man behind him, Minato arched his whole body in rotator motion and tried to slash his three-pointed kunai into the man's head. However, it just phased through the man's head, causing Minato's eyes widened in shock.
"You will face me," the masked man said, grabbing Minato's wrist, the one that had gone through his head. "Aaand we're done."
Suddenly, Minato's form started to become distorted and began to suck into what looked like some sort of vortex that had opened up from the masked man's eyehole. Before he could suck inside completely, he flashed away.
"He teleported. Talk about fast," the masked man said, shocked at seeing someone had countered his jutsu. He narrowed his lone eye. "Next time, I'll wrap you the moment I lay my hand on you."
Woods
Minato landed with a crash at a different section of the forest with one of his kunai stabbing into the ground beside him. He grunted while standing up. My attack slipped right through him. But a moment later he was solid and trying to... suck me into some dimension or something, what was that move? he thought.
A swirling vortex appeared in front of him and a moment later, the same masked man appeared, shocking the Fourth Hokage. "You won't escape me," he told Minato.
Does he use a Space-time jutsu too? Whatever he did, it must be how he moved so far after taking Kushina. Minato's mind began to race with possibilities. He narrowed his eyes at his foe. He defected Anbu under the direct command of the Third, got past of most powerful, top-secret barrier we have, and must have known the seal would be weak while Kushina was giving birth. Then, with the seal undone, he took the Nine-Tails and marched straight into the leaf without so much as pausing to deal with the barrier... There's only one man I can think of that makes sense…
He summarized to himself deep in thought before looking up at the man and asked, "Are you Uchiha Madara?" He saw the man pulled his hood back to reveal short spiky black hair. "No, you couldn't be him. He's long dead."
"Oh, I don't know about that," the masked man taunted.
"On second thought, it doesn't matter who you are," Minato said. "But why have you attacked the leaf?"
"Oh, you know... It's fun. It's part of my plan," the masked man said, summoning a long chain. He attached it both ends of his wrists,
"To start the war... To bring the peace."
Minato narrowed his eyes at the masked man further. Whoever he is. He's incredible! He can control the Nine-Tails, wields space-time jutsu that exceed both second and my own, and clearly has evil intentions, he thought. If I don't kill him now, he'll become a greater danger than the Fox. He took his three-pointed kunai out. If I teleport back to the city, he'll follow me and things will get more chaotic. If he really is Madara, then I doubt he can summon the Nine-Tails very long. I'll just have to leave the city in the Third's hands and finish him off right here!
"There's no hope any of you!" the masked man declared, and he charged at Minato.
Minato did the same, but the man became intangible again, allowing Minato to phase through him. The masked man solidified and spun around once Minato was behind him. He pulled the chain and wrapped Minato around the chest with it. However, Minato chucked his kunai to a section of the forest and flashed away, letting the chain simply float in the air.
The masked man's eyes widened slightly.
Minato flashed besides his three-pointed kunai and looked back at the man. He makes his body intangible to negate my attacks, and then solidifies to counterattack. My only shot is to try and trade hits with him, he thought. But attacking at all is a big risk for him. If he can keep the Nine-Tails summoned for short time, he won't want this fight drag on. He spun around and charged again. It comes down to speed; whoever strikes a split-second earlier will win!
As they both charged at each other, Minato threw one of his special kunai at the man who let it phased through him. They got even closer to each other; the kunai's end was almost all the way out the back of the man's head. The same man went to grab Minato's shoulder. Minato had already formed a large blue sphere, Rasengan. As the man was about to touch the Fourth, the kunai slipped all the way out of his head.
The masked man smiled behind his mask and said, "Gotch—"
In a split-second, Minato vanished in a yellow flash, causing the man's eyes to widen. The blond Hokage appeared behind the man and slammed the Rasengan down into the masked man's back before catching the kunai.
The man screamed in the pain as he crushed into the ground. Damn it... He teleported to the kunai he just threw, he thought.
"That was the Flying Thunder God Jutsu-Level two," Minato said proudly. When he looked down, his eyes narrowed. The Rasengan had exploded, literally destroying the ground, but the man had somehow teleported away.
The masked man appeared on a slab of rock nearby. His arm was fluidly being separated out of his body and a white substance was dripping from his wound, but before he could do anything about it, the Fourth Hokage appeared in front him and stabbed him in the stomach with a kunai, making him to spit blood into his mask.
The Flying Thunder God Jutsu! He must've put that marking somewhere on my body! the masked man thought.
Minato then placed his hand on the man's chest where markings suddenly sprouted from looking like the markings fit for a seal.
"A contract seal?" the masked man said, as he recognized the seal. "Are you trying to pull the Nine-Tails free from my control?"
"No, I already did," Minato said. "He's no longer in your weapon."
In the distance where the Nine-Tailed Fox was wreaking havoc, his eyes that held a Sharingan due to his mind being under control of it, reverted back to his red-slit eyes.
However, being tricked in such a way only caused his anger to grow more.
The masked man jumped upward out of Minato's range. "You deserve the title of the Fourth Hokage... Managing to wound me and wrest the Fox from my control in one move," he said. "But someday it will be mine again. The Fox and this whole world will bow to my will." He began to wrap himself. "Many doors are still left open to me." He vanished by swirling into a vortex.
Something tells me, Minato thought, he wasn't lying. He gazed at the place previously occupied by the masked man before disappearing in a flash.
Konoha
Minato flashed into the city to see the Nine-Tails preparing for another tailed beast ball. Though he was glad Third Hokage had managed to hold the Fox, but he had no time for thinking about it. Biting his thumb to draw blood, he slammed it down on the ground.
"Summoning Jutsu!"
There was a large puff of smoke that soon revealed a large, dull, rusty red colored toad, Gamabunta, the chief toad of Mount Myōboku, in all his glory, who was barely holding the Nine-Tails.
Minato stood on the top of the chief toad as he looked at the Nine-Tails while thinking about the masked man's words. He clenched his eyes shut. Sorry, Kushina. Looking down at the large toad, he said, "Hold the Fox down for a minute!"
"Look, I may be big, but I'm not a miracle worker!" Gamabunta said while trying to hold the Nine-Tails down.
"I need enough chakra to take him and that blast out of here!" Minato shouted when he saw the Nine-Tails preparing another bigger tailed beast ball. He quickly made some hand seals and a moment later, he vanished with the Nine-Tails, leaving the Toad Boss alone, who latter disappeared in a puff of smoke.
The Third Hokage had been watching everything. "Minato... Did he teleport himself and the Nine-Tails?" he said.
A part of the forest, which was a good distance away from him, exploded in a dome of light, most likely from the Nine-Tails' attack. "Out there!"
Outskirts of Konoha
The place where the Nine-Tails had been teleported, Minato appeared with his wife, Kushina, and his newborn son, Naruto, in his arms. "Got a put a barrier," he said without taking his eyes from the Nine-Tails. He placed Kushina down on the grass.
"My chakra's almost drained," Kushina said, but she used her last bit of chakra to summon her chakra chains, as several golden chain shot from her back and wrapped around the Fox's tails and body, pulling him to the ground.
"Kushina!" Minato shouted, worriedly that woke up baby Naruto from his peaceful sleep. He began to cry.
"Sorry Naruto, I didn't... mean to wake you..." Kushina said, blood dribbling from her mouth, as she gave her son sad smile.
Minato couldn't believe such a happy day of his life had turned out to be such a nightmare. "Kushina!"
"I'll drag the Nine-Tails... back... and die with it inside me. That'll... prevent it from coming back... for a while. It's the only way to you both... with the little bit of chakra I have left," Kushina said, as she looked at her husband and gave him a smile. "Thank you for everything."
"Kushina, you... you made me husband. You made me into the Fourth Hokage," Minato said, tears sliding down on his cheeks, "You made me this boy's father... and I..."
"Don't look sad, Minato. I'm... I'm happy." Kushina said, as she gave her husband weak smile. "Happy that you loved me." She turned her head around, softening her eyes at the sight of your crying son. There was a small smile on her lips, "Happy that it's… our son's... birthday... Like... if I try to imagine surviving and three of us leaving together... I can't think of anything... beyond 'I'd be happy.'"
Tears continued to streak down Minato's face, as he looked at his wife who was ready to sacrifice herself to both of them.
Kushina looked at her son again. Her heart clenched, just thinking about leaving her child. "If I had any regrets... It would be that I won't see Naruto grow up," she said.
Minato looked down as his hair shadowed his eyes. "Kushina... you didn't need to take the Fox down with you," he said. "We can use our last bit of chakra to see Naruto one more time."
"Huh?" Kushina replied, confused. She tilted her head up, so she could look at her husband.
"I'll seal your last bit of chakra in Naruto with an Eight Trigrams seal," Minato explained. "Then I'll lead the Nine-Tails away with a seal only a non-Jinchuuriki like me can use, the Dead Demon Seal."
Kushina eyes went wide, as she realized what her husband wanted to do. "But that... user will be—"
"But I'll only be able to seal half the Fox's power... It's jutsu too great. It's physically and conceptually impossible to seal it all," Minato told his wife. "I can't let the Nine-Tails be revived without a Jinchuuriki, the balance of tailed beast be destroyed. But with the Dead Demon Seal, I can permanently seal the Fox's power but I'll have to use..." He paused and looked down at his son as he remembered something his own sensei, Jiraiya of the Densetsu no Sannin had told to him about the destined child. "I'll seal it inside Naruto with the Eight Trigrams seal."
Kushina looked at him as if he had gone mad. She really wanted to yell at him for suggesting something like that, but Minato didn't give her a chance to protest.
"I know what you want to say... but Jiraiya-sensei spoke of the world undergoing a revolution, and with it, a great disaster," he continued to calm his wife down. "Tonight, I've the two things, the first that masked man, the one who attacked you... He is the harbinger of disaster." He looked down at sleeping face of his son. "And Naruto will be the one to stop him. The Jinchuuriki who will blaze the trial to our future. I just... know it." He carefully put baby Naruto to the ground.
At that time, with his trusty companion Enma in his staff form, Hiruzen landed in a crouch just outside the barrier that Minato and Kushina had made to protect the city from the fox's destructive capabilities.
"But... Minato," Kushina said, as she tried to protest his crazy idea.
"Have a little faith. He is our son after all," Minato told Kushina, feeling confident in his decision. He flashed through the nine hand seals to mold his chakra to call the Shinigami.
The spectral spirit eater aka Shinigami hovered behind Minato. Shinigami was much larger than any average human. He possessed long, shaggy white hair, which was wrapped around Minato's soul, from which two red horns protrude, and dark grayish blue-colored skin. It was draped in large white garments and carries a set of prayer beads, and had a tantō in its mouth.
"After I finish the Death Demon seal, I'll place your remaining chakra into Naruto as well," Minato explained. "You'll meet grown-up Naruto sooner than you think. The time will come when he'll attempt to take control of the Fox's power... I want you there to help him."
Kushina said, "Our son."
Minato looked down at sleeping face of his son. "That's why! I don't want him to bear such a heavy burden all on his own," he said.
"But why... why the Dead Demon seal?" Kushina shouted at Minato for his stupid plan. "There's no reason for you to die. Just so, I can meet him for a few minutes when he's older. I wanted you to be there for him... I wanted you to raise him... why... why are you sacrificing Naruto just to preserve the balance of the tailed beasts... to save the city... and the country. Why are you sacrificing yourself to me?"
"Turning your back on the country, on the city is just as bad as abandoning a child. You should understand... You saw your own country fall apart. You know the pain of growing up without a home of your own... and you know we are a family of Shinobi," Minato said. "Besides, Even if I lived I could never substitute for you."
Kushina looked at her husband questioningly.
He knelt down in front of her. "There are things Naruto needs to be told, things I could never say myself. That's the mother's job and I need you to carry it out. Even if you only have briefest of moment to do so," he continued. "This isn't just for you... This is for Naruto." He picked up his baby once more and settled right in front of his wife. "Dying to make a better life for his son… that's the stuff you let the father handle."
Understanding slowly began to manifest on Kushina's face, but she still tried to steel her eyes in a last-ditch effort to go with her plan to save her son from the life of Jinchuuriki—a life of neglect and hatred. She was one of the very few Jinchuuriki who had normal life compare to others.
From his place, Hiruzen was finally able to get a glance of something. In fear, he gasped, "Those marking... It can't be... The Death Demon seal?"
Two of Leaf's Jounins jumped down beside their previous military commander.
"What's happing, Third?" one Jounin asked.
"We're too late. They've put up a barrier around the Nine-Tails," Hiruzen said. He punched on the barrier, but nothing happened. It was too strong to penetrate, even for an experience ninja like him.
"Whatever they're doing, they're doing alone."
The devourer of spirit shoved its hand through Minato's stomach and grabbed the monstrosity that towered over him. The fox, who was unable to speak due to Kushina's chakra bindings, mentally cursed when he felt his power being ripped into two.
"Seal!" Minato said.
The Nine-Tailed Fox roared, as he felt half his life force forcibly pulled out of his body with no way to prevent it. As the Nine-Tails' Yin chakra sealed into Naruto, causing the Fox to shrink in his size.
"My body's gone numb, used to much chakra, have to push through." Minato thought, gasping.
"It's the Death Demon seal. I can't believe he actually used it." Hiruzen breathed in shock. It was the most powerful self-sacrificial jutsu for a reason, but to see such a powerful sealing jutsu used against a tail beast was breathtakingly scary.
"But the Fox remains! He didn't seal all of it," one Jounin said
"Now for the Eight Trigrams seal," Minato said, slamming hand on the ground. In a puff of smoke, a ritual style altar appeared—a basket and eight candles around it. "I'm going to seal the other half."
"The ceremonial throne! He plans to reseal me into that child?" the Nine-Tailed Fox thought, watching Fourth Hokage placing a blond child on it
Kushina's chakra and strength began to fade, as she started to wobble and deep coughing wracked through her body. She tried desperately to breathe that caused her control over the chakra chains to lessen. It gave the Nine-Tails enough time to try a counterattack.
"Kushina! Stay with me!" Minato shouted, as he quickly turned from the throne, he just had laid Naruto on.
The Nine-Tails raised his right forepaw in preparation to slam it down on the blond baby, crushing the only thing between his freedom, as he didn't want to be sealed again in a another vessel. However, his efforts turned to vain as both parents threw themselves in the line of his claw and used their own bodies to stop the claw from reaching their son, fatally wounding themselves in the process. The blood soaked claw stopped a mere three inches above Naruto's chin and the dying parents breathed a relief. Using her strength and chakra, Kushina tightened her chakra chains around the Nine-Tails.
"If a father can do this..." Minato said, trying to ease some stress.
Kushina picked up on it, and completed, "The mother should be even better... right?"
"Damned humans!" the Nine-Tails cursed.
Ignoring the Fox, Kushina glanced behind her at her husband, and rasped, "You win... first argument... you've ever won... I guess... you're really serious."
Minato chuckled. "Thank you, Kushina…" Minato muttered, before he ran through some handseals "It's time for me to go, Kushina… I'm going to perform the Eight Trigrams Seal… and try to leave a little of my own chakra in Naruto too… We don't have much time… If you have anything left to say to Naruto."
"Naruto." Kushina bowed her head in understanding, looking at her son, who opened his eyes causing her to smile, "Naruto, don't be fussy eaters… Eat a lot and grow up to be a big boy. Take your bath every day… Go to bed early and sleep well." She took a pause and looked at her son. "Make friends… It doesn't matter how many… Just make sure they're real friends… People you can trust… Even a few is enough. And study your ninjutsu… I was never very good at it, maybe you will be… Everyone has things they're good at and things they're not… Don't feel bad if you can't do it all. Make sure you listen to your teachers… at the Academy.
And remember to avoid the three voices of Shinobi… Don't borrow money if you can help it. Save what you earn from missions… No drinking alcohol until you're 20, and don't overdo it or you'll ruin your body. And as for women… Well, I'm a woman so I don't know what to say, but there are only men and women in the world, and you'll want a girlfriend someday. Just try not to pick a weird one... Try to find someone like your mother... And the fourth warning… Watch out for your godfather Jiraiya-sensei!"
Minato smiled after hearing Kushina's fourth warning.
Kushina paused to smile, as Naruto began to tear up seeing the blood pour out of her mouth as it rose up from the pit of her stomach. With tears streaming down her face, She spoke again. "Naruto... You're going to experience a lot of pain and suffering... Remember who you are... Find... A goal... a dream... And don't stop trying until it comes true… Their's… their's…! There's… There's so much more I want to say… to teach you about… I want to stay with you… I love you."
Minato sighed, but kept his mouth shut.
"I'm sorry, Minato... I took all our time," she said sobbing
"It's okay," Minato replied before looking at his son. "Naruto... This is your dad. Listen to your motor mouth mother. Seal!"
The Nine tailed fox roared as it was drawn into the seal, as a blinding flash took over the area, and Minato collapsed alongside Kushina who panted as she watched the Shinigami take Minato's soul
"Shinigami-sama." Kushina panted getting the deity's attention "I'm the heiress of the Uzumaki Clan, my son will be the last of your followers, I don't care what happens to me, or the price I have to pay, but please grant my son the power to protect himself."
The Shinigami looked at Kushina for a moment before he looked to the boy, Kami's Child of Prophecy, the Shinigami looked at the boy for a moment before he nodded
Kushina smiled as she glowed a bright blue, as her soul was wiped from existence "I love you Naruto." Kushina said kissing her son's cheek before she passed on
Hiruzen, and his Anbu, watched the family and heard Kushina's request but had no idea what was done to her son, when the barrier dropped they approached slowly, and picked up Naruto,
The Kyuubi no Kitsune, Kurama, let out a deafening roar as he thrashed against the cage that had kept him bound for so long. With a huff, he sat down in defeat, growling in frustration. Suddenly, a flash of blinding light appeared outside his cage and his eyes widened in surprise as he saw the Shinigami floating there before him.
"How about a deal, Kurama?" The Shinigami spoke.
"What kind of deal?" Kurama replied cautiously.
"Your eternal freedom," the Shinigami offered with a sly smile.
"I'll take it," Kurama said without hesitation.
"Perfect," the Shinigami said before snapping his fingers. In an instant, Kurama's chakra avatar was ripped from his body, leaving him nothing but a hollow shell. A portal opened beneath him and he was dropped into it, the portal closing behind him as his chakra avatar was sucked into Naruto's resting form.
The Shinigami looked down at the sleeping baby and held up two orbs - one white and one blackish purple. "I will entrust these to you," he said as he dropped the orbs onto Naruto's small body before vanishing. The orbs merged with the baby and disappeared within him.
Six years later...
The morning sun bathed Konoha City in a warm glow as it rose over the horizon. It was a metropolis reborn from the ashes of war, transformed from a simple village into a bustling city pulsating with vitality and innovation. The scars of the Third Shinobi War were still visible in some places, but they were overshadowed by the modern skyscrapers and sleek buildings that dominated the skyline.
As if to emphasize this contrast between old and new, traditional structures with sweeping pagoda roofs stood alongside metallic structures adorned with cutting-edge technology. Among all of this architectural diversity stood Hokage Tower - a towering symbol of leadership that seamlessly blended history with modern design.
At street level, the city buzzed with energy. People hurried to and fro, merchants opened their stalls, and shinobi moved seamlessly through the crowds. The smell of sizzling skewers and fresh pastries intermingled with the crisp morning air, creating an inviting atmosphere. Elevated monorails glided silently above the bustling streets, casting fleeting shadows as they passed over green spaces - pockets of tranquility intentionally carved into the urban sprawl.
But at the heart of Konoha City was Hokage Tower - a central fixture that represented the strategic hub of the city where leadership and innovation converged. It was a testament to the legacy that had been forged through years of conflict and adaptation, as well as a symbol of the community's resilience and determination.
Amidst all this hustle and bustle, a small figure made his way down the street. Despite being only six years old, Naruto carried himself with an air of defiance, ignoring the whispers and jeers of those around him. He walked with purpose towards the subway, boarding the bullet train and making his way to the back before it hummed with chakra and sped off. Naruto rode it until the end of the line before heading to his secret spot - a secluded forest on the outskirts of the city. As he entered this natural oasis, he couldn't help but feel a sense of peace wash over him amidst the chaos of the city.
Naruto lived at the Uzumaki Shrine, a temple with intricate carvings and towering spires that were used to store ancient masks. It was his refuge from the cruel world that constantly labeled him as a demon. He had learned early on not to trust anyone, not when even children would gang up on him and adults turned a blind eye to his suffering. The Hokage, the leader of the city, had provided him with a small apartment in the slums and enough money to survive, but when he dared ask about his parents, all he received was a cold response - they were dead and their identities were useless information. That night, Naruto left the apartment and made his way towards the hidden forest sanctuary he stumbled upon months ago. Here, far away from judgment and prejudice, he could finally feel at ease.
As he reached the clearing in the forest, Naruto let out a deep sigh of relief. The trees towered above him like ancient guardians, their leaves rustling in harmony with the gentle breeze that caressed his skin. He settled down under the shade of a large tree, pulling out a book from his waistband - an Academy textbook, stolen from some careless student who was too busy playing with his friends at the park to notice Naruto taking it.
"Let's see what they're teaching at that fancy ninja school," Naruto muttered to himself as he opened the worn pages of the book.
Naruto eagerly opened the textbook, his eyes scanning over the first page. The words seemed to leap off the page, drawing him into the rich and complex world of Konoha City. "A bustling metropolis with a vibrant culture and deep-rooted traditions," he read aloud. As he continued reading, he learned about the intricate social hierarchy that governed the lives of its citizens, particularly shinobi.
At the very top of this hierarchy were the noble clans, revered for their powerful abilities and esteemed lineage dating back to the founding of Konoha itself. The Uchiha, Senju, and Hyuga clans were just a few examples of these prestigious families. Below them were the supporting clans, also valued for their unique talents and contributions to the village.
Directly beneath the clans were the high-ranking shinobi, considered the elite class of Konoha. These included jonin, ANBU members, and other exceptional ninjas who had proven themselves through their skills and dedication to the village. They were like the top one percent of Konoha society, with access to the best resources and commanding great respect from their peers.
The jonin served as instructors and team leaders, responsible for taking on high-level missions. But even they paled in comparison to the secretive ANBU Black Ops members, tasked with covert operations and protecting the village's security at all costs.
The backbone of Konoha's shinobi force were the chunin, skilled fighters and leaders who executed missions and trained lower-ranked students. They had passed difficult exams to prove their competence and were highly respected within the community. Many chunin also worked as teachers at the Ninja Academy, passing down their knowledge to the next generation.
At the entry level were young genin, fresh out of the academy and eager to explore the world of shinobi. Under the guidance of higher-ranking ninjas, they embarked on missions and continued their training in hopes of advancing their ranks.
Outside of the shinobi hierarchy were the everyday citizens of Konoha City. From merchants and business owners who provided goods and services essential for daily life, to skilled artisans and craftsmen who created valuable tools and weapons for the shinobi, each individual played a crucial role in keeping the village thriving.
At the base of the hierarchy were farmers, laborers, and various non-combatant roles. While they held less influence within the shinobi world, their hard work and dedication fueled the village's agriculture and infrastructure, sustaining the community as a whole. Konoha City’s social hierarchy reflects the interplay of strength, lineage, and contributions to the community. As a student in the Ninja Academy, understanding this structure will help you navigate your relationships, forge connections, and recognize the roles that each citizen plays in the greater tapestry of Konoha’s legacy. Whether you aspire to rise through the ranks or support those who do, every member of this community plays a part in securing the future of the village.
It is essential to understand that being a shinobi is not merely a path to greatness or glory. This lifestyle is fraught with darkness and danger. While many aspire to become great, few understand the true cost associated with it.
Shinobi are not heroes wandering the world for fortune or fame. Their lives are often shrouded in secrecy, betrayal, and sacrifice. Every mission could be their last, and their dedication to Konoha often demands the ultimate price: their lives. Unyielding Loyalty: Every shinobi is expected to pledge their loyalty to Konoha above all else. The consequences for betrayal are severe—execution without hesitation. There are no second chances, and the village's security comes before individual desires. To emphasize this reality is a responsibility shared by all members of the academy. As aspiring shinobi, you must be ready to face the darker aspects of your path. The sacrifices made in the name of duty are profound and should never be taken lightly.
Naruto scoffed and turned the page,
Chakra
“Chakra is the life energy that flows within all living beings,” he read aloud softly, his voice calm. He felt an innate connection to those words; there was a deeper understanding simmering beneath the surface of his youthful exterior.
Naruto took a deep breath, centering himself. “Focus,” he whispered, echoing calmer instructions to himself similar to advice he had overheard from the academy instructors. Instead of rushing through the pages with impatience, he decided to absorb each detail and apply it with precision. As he turned the pages, he found information on chakra natures and the significance of balanced energy.
He sensed it again—the soft flicker of raw chakra within him, dormant yet full of potential. “okay,” he thought, determination embedding itself in his calm demeanor.
Closing his eyes, Naruto instinctively placed his hands on his stomach, where the warmth of his chakra resided. He pictured it as a gentle flame, glowing softly, not wildly like an uncontrolled fire, but firm and steady. Unlike other children, who rushed to showcase their skills, Naruto envisioned a methodical approach, letting each breath guide him deeper into meditation.
The energy within him responded, a warmth blossoming into a quiet storm that erupted like a volcano, and it was like something snapped in his mind as memories not his own surged through his mind, knocking him unconscious
Naruto awoke with a headache, to the starry night sky having been unconscious for some hours. Sitting up Naruto shook his head as his headache subsided when he blinked in confusion as he noticed a backpack on his arm with a scroll with his name on it attached.
Taking the scroll Naruto began to read, Dear Naruto, i am Kushina Uzumaki, your mother.” Naruto’s eyes widened, “If your reading this then i am dead.
Naruto couldn't believe what he was reading. His mother, who he had never known, had left this backpack for him in case something were to happen to her. Tears streamed down his face as he read her letter.
Minato and I have left this backpack for you to help protect yourself, and grow stronger. Hopefully your godfather Jiraiya can help if you need it.
Naruto narrowed his eyes as he kept reading before eventually sobbing uncontrollably as he clutched the letter to his chest. For once in his life, he felt loved and like he belonged somewhere.
Wiping away his tears, Naruto opened the backpack to find scrolls labeled Ninjutsu, Taijutsu, Fuinjutsu, clan history, family recipes, he also found a picture of his parents together with big smiles on their faces.
"I will make you both proud," Naruto whispered to the picture as he packed everything back into the backpack beside the picture before he stood up and flinched back, just then, the air shimmered, and a holographic window flickered into existence before his eyes. Startled yet fascinated, he peered at the glowing text displayed in front of him:
Notice
Congratulations! You have now become a Player.
Quest Reward
Secret Quest: First Step toward Destiny
Unlock your chakra
Kushina Uzumaki sacrifice has opened a new path for you. As a reward a special spell. Kushina's Blessing will ensure that you will always be strong, healthy and strong.
Permanent Effect ‘Longevity’:
All diseases, poisons, and status effects are healed, and sleeping will explosively increase regeneration ability.
Notice
This system will help the Player develop.
This is not a dream. You only have one life. So Beware.
Status Window
Uzumaki Naruto
Level: 1
Class: None
Fatigue: 0
Title: None
HP: 10
MP: 999999
Fatigue: 0
Strength: 10
Agility : 10
Sense: 10
Health: 10
Intelligence: 10
AP:0
Skill
Passive Skill
Six Eyes Lv.1 (Mutation)
Limitless Lv.1 ( Mutation)
Chakra
Daily Quest- Train to become a formidable combatant
Push-Ups - 0/50
Sit-Ups - 0/50
Squats- 0/50
Run - 0/5km
Warning- If the daily quest remained incomplete, penalties will be given accordingly.
Naruto blinked looking at the prompt and gained a determined look on his face before he rushed over to the shrine and put down his new backpack, before he began to do the quest.
Morning
The grand Konoha City Library stood as both a monument of knowledge and a refuge of history. Its towering shelves, lined with books and scrolls, whispered secrets of eras long past. But today, its tranquility was disrupted by urgent footsteps.
Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Third Hokage, advanced through the labyrinth aisles of the library, flanked by his ANBU guard. The librarian, a concerned elderly man, led them through the maze of knowledge toward a secluded room at the far back. “It’s Naruto,” the librarian said, voice laced with worry. “Security cameras say he snuck in here in the early hours of the morning and he’s barricaded himself in, and I believe he’s discovered something about his heritage.”
As they reached the door, Hiruzen halted, taking a moment to compose himself. The ANBU members flanked him, vigilant and ready, though mindful of the delicate situation. Hiruzen nodded to them, signaling restraint, as he slowly pushed open the door. Moving aside the shelves against the door with ease.
Inside, the room was dimly lit, its walls lined with volumes stained with age. In the center, a small, stubborn figure sat amid a fortress of books—their pages scattered and open as if in frantic consultation. It was Naruto, his expression a mixture of anger as he looked up from the podium that showed hologaphic history of the Uzumaki clan.
"Naruto," Hiruzen began, his voice calm yet firm. But Naruto's glowing eyes bore into him with an intensity that belied his age.
"You lied to me," Naruto accused, his voice cold as it echoed off the walls lined with history.
Hiruzen sighed deeply, feeling the weight of his age pressing heavier than ever. “How'd you find out.”
"I woke up with this.” Naruto said pulling the picture of his parents and Kushina’s letter to him.
Hokage Tower
As they entered the Hokage Tower, ascending to the upper levels where few had the privilege to tread, Hiruzen considered the young boy beside him— he couldn't help but marvel at the waves of chakra he could sense from him.
Inside his office, away from the curious eyes of the city, Hiruzen gestured for Naruto to sit. He retrieved a sealed box from a concealed compartment, its ornate designs bearing the emblem of the Uzumaki clan: swirling spirals of tenacity and strength.
“Within this box is your inheritance,” Hiruzen explained gently as he placed it before Naruto. When Naruto reached for it Hiruzen moved it back causing Naruto to glare at him. “As the heir of the Uzumaki clan you'll be subject to responsibilities including the repopulation of your clan.”
“Give it to me.” Naruto glared his chakra rising fast, and Hiruzen sighed releasing the box that Naruto snatched and held protectively,
Month Later
The sun illuminated the bustling streets of Konoha, but 6-year-old Naruto Uzumaki walked with a singular focus. The chatter of children ready to embark on their first day at the academy filled the air, yet Naruto's mind was a void. It’s been a month since Naruto had found out his truth, and allowed to move into his parents loft. The fact Hiruzen tried to set him up in an rundown studio apartment in the slums served to only piss him off more. His mothers best friends all immediately introduced themselves to him and were always around. They were civilians and it took some getting used to being treated with affection, but he readily spent time with them, as they told him stories about his parents.
Shaking his head, Naruto focused on the task at hand, his first day at the academy.
He pushed through the heavy doors of the academy, finding himself in a classroom buzzing with excitement. Small groups had formed, laughter echoing from corners where children excitedly shared stories and experiences. Naruto didn’t even look for a seat among them; instead, he made his way to the back corner of the room, feeling more comfortable in his isolation.
As the bell rang, signaling the start of the day, Naruto took a seat towards the back of the classroom, observing the chaos of first-time jitters and excitement. Iruka Umino, their instructor, greeted the students with a welcoming smile, trying to instill a sense of community and camaraderie.
“Welcome to the Ninja Academy! Today, we’ll begin with introductions,” Iruka announced, going around the room. Most kids expressed their ambitions, eager to show their enthusiasm.
When it was Naruto’s turn, he kept his introduction short “I’m Naruto Uzumaki. I want to be the strongest,” he declared.
A wave of murmurs followed, a mix of incredulity and skepticism. “He’s just a joke,” one boy whispered loud enough for Naruto to hear. “Some orphan thinks he can be strong?”
Naruto narrowed his eyes as Iruka cleared his throat and did nothing to admonish the boy and moved along with his introductions
Their first lesson involved chakra control, a fundamental skill for all ninjas. Iruka demonstrated how to focus chakra, and one by one, the students attempted to adhere a piece of paper to the wall.
As most struggled, Naruto watched with keen eyes, his analytical mind quickly processing the technique. When he received his turn, he approached the wall confidently, channeling his chakra with precision and ease. The paper stuck immediately, a feat that impressed even Iruka.
“Okay next is Ino!” Iruka said, not giving Naruto any praise or even looking at him, Naruto with a scoff walked over to the line everyone was told to stand in, for the ranking process, but he was met by the scornful looks from some of his classmates.
“Show-off,” one of them muttered, and Naruto turned to see a group of three boys glaring at him. They were bold, emboldened by the negative sentiments of their parents as they approached him.
“You think you’re better than us just because you can stick paper? My mom said you’re nothing but a monster!” one of them taunted, stepping closer, his chest puffed out.
Naruto’s eyes narrowed. “Who cares what that whore says?”
Naruto was pushed but instinctively his eyes glowed and the kid who tried to push him fell back, and looked at Naruto in shock, ““You’ll pay for that!” the ringleader shouted as he got up and lunged toward Naruto again, fists clenched but Iruka grabbed his writ,
“That’s enough.” Iruka said looking at the kid as he looked at naruto warily, having sensed the surge in chakra that was building from him,
Iruka got his class in order before he led them through the bustling hallways of the Ninja Academy to the auditorium. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation; whispers and excited chatter filled the air as students speculated about what was to come.
Upon entering the auditorium, the students were greeted by the sight of a grand stage adorned with the flags of Konoha and various clans. Rows of seats were filled with influential figures—leaders of prominent clans, seasoned shinobi, and, of course, the Hokage, Sarutobi, who stood ready to address the eager crowd.
Iruka guided his students to their assigned seats, reminding them to stay quiet and be respectful. As he settled in beside them, he whispered, “Pay close attention. This is very important.”
Naruto with his hands in his hoodie pocket and his hood on, watched in disinterest as Hiruzen stepped to the center of the stage, his presence commanding immediate attention. The buzz in the room quieted as he began to speak, his voice steady and authoritative. “Welcome, students of the Ninja Academy. Today, we gather not only to welcome you on your first steps into world of shinobi but also to discuss an event that has changed our way of life.”
Hiruzen paused for effect, allowing his words to settle in. “Four years ago, a cataclysm struck the world. Unidentified gates appeared in all corners of the Elemental Nations, ushering forth terrifying monsters that threatened our very existence. These creatures, unlike anything we had seen before, ravaged our lands, invoking fear and chaos. But in the face of this crisis,” Hiruzen continued, a hint of pride in his voice, “we discovered a new energy known as mana. This energy granted shinobi and a select few humans the ability to awaken new powers, enhancing their abilities beyond the realms of traditional jutsu. Thanks to our determination and newfound strength, we were able to unite and overcome the crisis.”
As Hiruzen spoke, several clan heads nodded in agreement, their expressions a mix of seriousness and resolve. “In the wake of this disaster, the Five Kage Summit was held and gave us the opportunity to learn more and to adapt our systems to these changes. We’ve constructed a new ranking system designed to reflect your potential .”
Hiruzen gestured behind him, and a large black pearl was brought forth. It shimmered ominously under the stage lights, capturing the attention of every student in the crowd.
“This black pearl,” Hiruzen explained, “will allow us to gauge and categorize your standing. Each of you will undergo a test to determine your rank. The results will rank you from E to S, with S being the highest rank.”
He paused, scanning the room to make sure everyone absorbed the weight of his words. “This system is vital. It will help us understand how to nurture your skills while ensuring that our village remains strong and secure. It is important to remember that your rank does not define who you are but showcases the potential you have to become even greater.”
Naruto looked at the orb
As Hiruzen called the first student to step forward to test the pearl, the students encouraged one another nervously. One by one, students approached the pearl, a soft glow appearing as it assessed their latent potential. Murmurs of how different ranks would influence mission access and training opportunities filled the air.
“I will call each of you in alphabetical order by last name,” he announced, his voice clear and steady. “Step forward to test your potential against the black pearl.”
“Aburame Shino!”
Shino calmly approached the pearl, his usual stoic demeanor unchanged. As he placed his hand on the shimmering surface, it glowed in response, assessing his abilities. Moments later, the light shifted to reveal a “A rank”. The audience murmured approval; as the shinobi on stage clapped with Shibi nodding at his son in pride,
“Akimichi Choji!”
Choji stepped up, his expression a mix of excitement and nervousness. The pearl glowed warmly and settled on a ‘A rank’, offering a reassuring recognition for his potential and strength.
More students were called but Naruto only paid attention to the clan heirs, the pink haired civilian girl with the large forehead got the highest score from the civilian-bred students a nice B rank
“Hyuga Hinata!”
With grace and poise, Hinata approached next. The pearl emitted a vibrant light before stabilizing at an “A rank”, Hiashi clapped along with everyone else, nodding in pride at his heiress
“Inuzuka Kiba!”
Kiba bounded up to the pearl, his energy infectious. The pearl displayed a bright "B rank", and he groaned seeing he scored the same as the pink haired girl, but cheers erupted from his friends and he smirked at them, and rushed to join them.
“Nara Shikamaru!”
Shikamaru sauntered over, appearing unfazed as he placed his hand on the pearl. It flickered before revealing a “A rank.”,
“What a drag.” he groaned walking off as everyone clapped, Hiruzen chuckled and looked to Shikaku who smirked
More students were called, each not seeing higher than C rank but more E ranks were heard the further down the list he went, before,
“Uchiha Sasuke!”
Sasuke moved to the front, confidence radiating from him. He smiled at his big brother Itachi, and his parents who watched him. As he pressed his hand onto the pearl, it glowed brilliantly before locking into an “A rank”. Applause were given as Sasuke frowned, Itachi had gotten an S-rank as the clan liked to repeatedly remind him. He walked to his seat, snatching a packet from Iruka upset he showed himself to be average just like the other clan heirs in his age group.
“Uzumaki Naruto!”
Naruto moved to the front, noticing how the shinobi were paying extra attention to him. With how big the city was, Naruto didn't run into Shinobi, the only ones he had seen were the police force, and the Hokage. The guys must’ve known his parents as well based on how they were looking like they seen a ghost.
Naruto placed his hand on the pearl, and a surge of energy flow through him before it went back into the pearl. As the pearl began to pulsate, and a brilliant light erupted, illuminating the auditorium.
Gasps spread through the crowd as the pearl glowed fiercely and settled on an “S rank”, making it the most brilliant light in the room. Hiruzen’s eyes widened with surprise and pride, while whispers of astonishment filled the audience.
“Truly remarkable,” Hiruzen spoke, his voice echoing throughout the hall. “Naruto Uzumaki achieves “S rank!”
The adults clapped, but Naruto didnt spare them a glance as he walked off stage and snatched the packet Iruka was going to give him, and he walked to the back to sit down away from everyone.
The adults on stage noticed this, and frowned particularly, Mikoto Uchiha. They wondered what kind of life Naruto lived knowing that if Minato and Kushina were alive, Naruto would know them and their children but he seemed so guarded.
Naruto could sense the jealousy from some of his peers. As he looked at the packet, he glanced at the title printed on the front: S-Rank Student Curriculum and Benefits.
Searching for a quiet spot in the back of the auditorium, Naruto opened the packet and began to read. The syllabus outlined not just what he would learn but also the special privileges and resources available to him as an S-ranked student,
S-Rank Student Curriculum and Benefits
Customized Curriculum:
Advanced Techniques: In-depth studies of powerful jutsu, including advanced elemental techniques, forbidden jutsu, and specialized clan skills.
Mana Manipulation: Classes focusing on the newly discovered energy, mana, and how to harness it alongside traditional chakra. Discussions on its applications in combat and support roles.
Exclusive Training Resources:
Access to Elite Training Facilities: Priority access to advanced training grounds designed for intense physical and mental conditioning, including simulations for combat scenarios.
One-on-One Mentorship: Regular sessions with experienced jonin and ANBU that will help develop specialized skills and provide tailored guidance.
Enhanced Mission Opportunities:
High-Rank Missions: Eligibility to participate in high-stakes missions due to the trust placed in S-rank students. Assignments may involve things like reconnaissance, high-profile protection, and more complex tasks that contribute directly to the safety of Konoha.
Increased Pay:
Monthly Stipend: A significant monthly stipend reflective of his potential, ensuring that the student has the resources he needs for training, gear, and personal development.
Bonus Opportunities: Potential for bonuses upon successful completion of higher-ranked missions.
Library Privileges:
Access to Restricted Scrolls: Permission to study advanced jutsu scrolls and tactical archives that can aid in special missions, including forbidden techniques if deemed appropriate.
Research Opportunities: Encouragement to explore elements related to ninjutsu and combat strategies that could benefit both him and the village.
Community Engagement:
Sponsorship Programs: Options to be sponsored by influential clans, providing opportunities for networking and mentorship.
Leadership Projects: Participation in team leadership projects that will promote leadership skills, community interaction, and strategic planning.
As he absorbed the information, Naruto looked up as with the final student tested, Hiruzen stepped forward once more, his expression proud but serious. “Each of you has demonstrated significant potential today. Remember, however, that a rank is not absolute; you can always improve. Embrace the responsibility that comes with these rankings. As you embark on your journey as shinobi, know that you are strong, but there will always be room for growth and challenges ahead.”
Naruto rested his jaw on his fist, “I’ll get stronger.” he promised himself
10 Years later
Naruto ran on the treadmill watching system tell him his progress for the daily quest
Daily Quest- Train to become a formidable combatant
Push-Ups - 1000/1000
Sit-Ups - 1000/1000
Squats- 1000/1000
Run - 99km/100km
Warning- If the daily quest remained incomplete, penalties will be given accordingly
In the 10 years he had gotten the system it was mostly just a workout regimen. The only time it had done something other than give him random prizes for completing the daily quest and auto recovery, was when on a observation trip into a dungeon that turned into a double dungeon he was given a survival quest that he was pretty sure he failed in but he had woken up in the hospital bed in a cold sweat. According to Hiruzen he had been found as one of lone survivor of a double dungeon and all information on it was classified. Naruto had also tried to find information on his eyes and why his chakra would react weirdly. It had told him via prompts about his Kekkei Genkai, if it could be called that. Apparently, his father had used the Flying Raijin with him as a newborn as well as during his mother's pregnancy and it mutated him a bit.
The dojutsu that the system called Six Eyes, granted him extrasensory perception. This includes seeing the flow of chakra in extreme detail and the ability to use that flow to read which ever technique or function the chakra was being used for. It also granted Naruto ultra precise control over his chakra.
Naruto had tried using chakra control exercises without his dojutsu and learned just how shifty his control was really which is why everyday he used chakra control exercises to get better.
The Chakra mutation Naruto got, the system called it Limitless. Limitless brought the concept of Infinity into reality allowing Naruto to manipulate and distort space at will.
Naruto got really creative with this technique. Since he became an S rank, the jealousy of his peers hadn't gone away, Sasuke whose entire family had been massacred according to the Leaf News had it in for him the most. He would follow Naruto and challenge him to fights and even tried to force Naruto to give him all of his school work. Naruto had gained fangirls, and tons of guilds were looking to recruit him upon his graduation.
Naruto upon graduating would have a shinobi team with 2 of his classmates and a Jonin for missions, while he would be expected to join a guild to help clear the dungeons of monsters and resources from the gates that were still manifesting around the world to this day.
Naruto blinked when the system beeped, and he saw that he was finished with the quest. Turning off the treadmill, Naruto got off as began to head to his towel, “Accept.” He said as he picked up his sports bottle and blinked as a key materialized before him and he caught it as it began to fall,
The information on the key floated up in green letters.
[Item: Dungeon Key]
Rarity: E
Type: Key
A key that transfers you to an instant dungeon. Can be used at the 3rd exit of the Hashirama subway station.
Naruto looked confused, “This is new.” He said spinning the key between his fingers
Finished