"Shadow Clone Technique!"
Funan created four clones in a flash.
"Everyone—receive Senjutsu Chakra!"
Funan's clones fanned out across the battlefield, distributing the Nine-Tails' chakra.
But in this case, he also handed out Senjutsu Chakra.
Once the chakra was distributed, Funan shouted, "Set up the strongest barrier possible—we fight here!"
"Yes!"
The elite shinobi standing around the perimeter all formed hand seals in unison.
[Clang! Clang! Clang!]
Chains erupted and wove through the air, enveloping the entire zone.
These weren't just ordinary chains—
They were infused with the users' own strength, the Nine-Tails' chakra, and even Senjutsu Chakra.
It wouldn't be enough to stop Six Paths Madara.
But to contain the shockwaves of the battle? More than enough.
Especially now that even Hashirama had joined them.
He couldn't take part in the battle directly anymore.
Ever since Funan had rescued him, Hashirama had stayed behind to help with the barrier setup.
…
"Let's go!"
With everyone finally in position, Naruto let out a roar and charged toward Uchiha Madara.
Six Paths Madara had been floating silently in midair this entire time, watching them prep.
He made no move to stop them.
He had a reason—
He was still integrating the Ten-Tails' power.
Yes, he'd already become the Ten-Tails' Jinchūriki…
But that colossal power wasn't something one could master instantly.
Only now was he barely starting to get it under control.
And that power… had clearly grown even more terrifying.
As Naruto closed in—
A smirk of disdain curled at the corners of Madara's lips.
His power kept growing stronger. Even though the two brats before him weren't weak—and even Uchiha Funan, that guy who might very well possess the Rinnegan—he still felt no fear.
Immediately, the two sides launched into a fierce battle.
"Take this!"
Naruto roared, the Tailed Beast Bomb in his hands massive in size.
Even Six Paths Madara was taken aback.
[RUMBLE!]
A deafening explosion echoed.
The ground trembled violently.
A figure was sent flying through the air.
It was Six Paths Madara!
His eyes widened in shock.
"Tch!"
Not to be outdone, Sasuke let out a cold snort and suddenly flung a storm of kunai.
In the blink of an eye, the sky was filled with them.
Then, he opened the eye that had remained shut all this time.
The Rinnegan!
It was unmistakably a Rinnegan.
"How is that possible?!"
Madara screamed in disbelief at the sight.
And everyone else lost it too.
Here we go again!
Not only had his power increased again—but even his level had gone up!
Who plays the game like this?!
First time: Mangekyō!
Second time: Eternal Mangekyō!
And now—third time's the charm: straight up Rinnegan.
At this rate, what's next?
Even if this wasn't the right moment…
Even if Sasuke was one of their own…
The Uchihas couldn't help but feel a little unbalanced inside.
Only the heavens knew the price they had paid to awaken the Mangekyō.
And here he was, just fainting a couple of times and suddenly—bam, Rinnegan.
Who could handle that?!
Both Fugaku and Itachi felt something stir inside them.
"Don't worry," Fugaku said in a deep voice, looking at Sasuke. "It's strange, yes. But with Funan around, there's nothing to fear."
Itachi let out a quiet sigh.
...
[Whoosh!]
As Sasuke's Rinnegan power erupted, he vanished from sight.
When he reappeared, he was right beside Six Paths Madara.
His longsword pierced straight into Madara's body.
Madara's expression froze.
"Hmm…" His brows furrowed. He muttered thoughtfully, "Flying Thunder God? No… Doesn't feel like it. Is this your Mangekyō ability?"
Sasuke twisted his blade, pressing down with even more force. His voice was cold. "Dead men shouldn't crawl back out to cause trouble. Rest in peace and stay there."
Madara simply let out a cold laugh.
In that moment, Sasuke suddenly felt a wave of danger.
He immediately abandoned his sword and leapt back with full force.
"Too late."
Madara's voice was icy.
[BAM!]
He swung a black rod down with tremendous force.
It struck Sasuke directly.
Or so it seemed.
But at the last second, Sasuke vanished.
In his place was a rock.
Madara had only shattered the rock—Sasuke remained completely unharmed.
"…What?"
Madara was stunned.
Sasuke's Rinnegan ability?
It wasn't just about speed.
It was exchange.
He could swap positions with any object within his line of sight.
"This ability… is quite interesting."
Madara smiled.
He stared at Sasuke's Rinnegan, eyes burning with greed.
"This eye isn't bad… I'll use it as a spare!"
"Then come and try it!"
A loud shout rang out—Naruto appeared.
In his hand, the Rasengan once again began to form.
But this time, it was no longer clear and pure—it churned like molten lava.
[BOOM!!!]
A massive explosion.
Six Paths Madara was sent flying once again.
"This feels like the Four-Tails' power…" he muttered with a frown. "But the Four-Tails was already absorbed. It should be inside me."
"And that Nine-Tails power just now, too!"
"What the hell is going on with these Tailed Beasts?"
"Enough!"
Six Paths Madara formed a hand seal and said coldly, "I'll just crush all of you to death!"
[WHRRRRR!!!]
The sky trembled—meteorites were falling.
Five enormous meteorites streaked across the heavens, plummeting toward the world below.
If they landed, the entire landscape of the ninja world would be forever changed.
"Naruto!"
Sasuke shouted, "I'll take the lead. Cover me!"
[Buzz!]
A colossal Susanoo materialized, twin blades in hand, slicing toward the descending rocks.
[SHING!]
The first meteorite was cleaved cleanly in half vertically—then again horizontally.
The second one followed close behind.
Below, Naruto inhaled deeply. He raised both hands and summoned another Rasengan.
Each meteorite was smashed apart by Rasengan infused with Tailed Beast chakra.
"Now's my chance!"
Without a sound, Six Paths Madara appeared behind Naruto.
"Naruto, give me your power…"
As the Jinchūriki of the Ten-Tails, he welcomed as much Tailed Beast chakra as he could get.
"Naruto!"
Minato shouted, instantly teleporting behind his son using the Flying Thunder God Technique to block Madara.
"Out of my way!"
Madara's patience had worn thin.
Dealing with this level of ninja was beneath him.
With a casual slap—
Minato was shattered!
"Dad!!!"
Naruto screamed in agony.
He glared at Madara, eyes burning with fury. "You bastard… I'll kill you!!!"
[BOOM!!]
Naruto's power erupted.
Behind him, the colossal outline of the Nine-Tails took shape.
But Madara remained unfazed.
[BANG!]
Their fists collided.
Naruto was instantly knocked flying.
In front of Six Paths Madara, Naruto's strength was still lacking.
"What the—?"
Seeing the Nine-Tails' phantom form, Funan froze in surprise.
The Nine-Tails had been split in two.
Half resided inside Madara… the other half inside Funan.
So what exactly was that inside Naruto?
Had the Sage of Six Paths done something?
The Nine-Tails within Funan answered his doubts.
"My other half was sealed inside Naruto for a long time. Over the years, he absorbed massive amounts of my chakra. That combination has given his chakra a certain spiritual awareness."
"I see," Funan said with a cold smile. "So Naruto's power… what exactly did the Sage of Six Paths do?"
The Nine-Tails paused to think before answering, "I believe that old man gathered a tremendous amount of Tailed Beast chakra… and stuffed it all into Naruto. It's a consumable form of power. Once it's burned through—it'll be gone."
"In other words, the current Naruto is a one-time use."
"Oh? That's interesting!"
[Whoosh!]
Like a ghost, Sasuke appeared right in front of Six Paths Madara, black lightning crackling in his hand.
Chidori!
[Smack!]
Madara extended his hand and grabbed Sasuke's arm.
"Get lost!"
[Boom!]
With a sudden burst of force, Madara slammed Sasuke hard into the ground.
"Gah!"
After taking the heavy blow, Sasuke coughed up a mouthful of blood.
"Hmph. A bunch of useless trash," Madara sneered coldly. "You think you can stop me?"
"I'll have you know—mmph!"
Just as Madara was about to start his speech, a flying kick came out of nowhere and sent him soaring.
A single tooth glinted as it spun through the air.
"What was that? I couldn't hear you!"
Funan cupped his ear and grinned.
"You again, Uchiha Funan!"
Madara was furious.
How many times had this guy interrupted him?
How many times had he suddenly appeared and launched attacks?
Climbing out from the rubble, Madara locked eyes on Funan. Suddenly, his expression changed slightly.
"Something's wrong... Uchiha Funan—there's something off about you!"
Funan smiled faintly. "Madara, what do you mean there's something off? What exactly are you talking about?"
"I overlooked you earlier," Madara said slowly, emphasizing each word. "And that alone is reason enough."
"Is that all?"
Funan blinked innocently.
"Enough! Quit playing dumb!" Madara roared. "This is a battlefield—do you understand what that means? You're my enemy. Someone like you… how could I possibly overlook you?"
Funan paused, then said, "Is it possible that—"
"Absolutely not!"
Madara cut him off before he could finish.
Funan: "...I hadn't even said anything yet."
"I know!" Madara snapped, scowling. "But nothing good ever comes out of your mouth!"
"Why would you say something so hurtful?"
"I said it because it's true!"
With a dark shimmer, two Truth-Seeking Balls in Madara's hands morphed into spears.
"Uchiha Funan, this time, I'll deal with you first."
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