Everyone felt quite helpless upon realizing they were uncertain of Jiryoku's allegiance. If Jiryoku had been on their side, they would have felt more confident in facing Obito. However, lacking Jiryoku's support, their confidence waned.
"Alright, now that we've discussed our war strategy, we should begin deploying the troops as soon as possible," stated Terumi.
Everyone concurred with Terumi's assessment, and thus the troop deployment commenced.
Initially, the atmosphere was tense as the Daimyos convened, each accompanied by their retinues and guards. However, one noticeable absence was that of the Fire Country Daimyo, leaving an uneasy void in the gathering.
The Fire Country Daimyo faced a pivotal decision, weighing the options presented before him. Joining the other Daimyos under the Mizukage's protection offered a sense of solidarity, yet the allure of Jiryoku's unmatched power beckoned, promising unparalleled security.
Ultimately, the Fire Country Daimyo chose to remain within the confines of his own mansion, where Jiryoku held sway. The decision was not made lightly, but it provided a sense of reassurance amidst the looming uncertainty of war.
With the Daimyos settled, Mizukage Terumi took charge, assuming the daunting task of ensuring their safety and security throughout the tumultuous times ahead.
Meanwhile, on the military front, the Allied Shinobi Forces assembled, their ranks brimming with skilled warriors from diverse backgrounds. As the troops gathered, anticipation hung thick in the air, each soldier prepared to fulfill their duty to protect their respective nations.
Under the strategic guidance of the Kages, the forces were meticulously organized into five divisions, each entrusted with specific roles and responsibilities. The division of labor was crucial, ensuring that the Allied Shinobi Forces operated with maximum efficiency and cohesion on the battlefield.
Before the war even commenced, a significant problem arose when White Zetsu began masquerading as various ninjas within the Allied Shinobi Forces, inciting chaos by instigating killings among their ranks. Fortunately, Naruto's swift intervention resolved the issue, as he possessed the ability to discern the malicious intent emanating from White Zetsu, thus halting their deception.
Nevertheless, the losses incurred due to White Zetsu's actions were considerable. Once the White Zetsu threat had been neutralized, all five divisions of the Allied Shinobi Forces were dispatched accordingly, effectively encircling the Frost Country, where Obito's hideout was suspected to be located. This crucial intelligence had been provided by Konan, underscoring her significance and highlighting Obito's motive to eliminate her and Nagato, both of whom possessed extensive knowledge about him.
Simultaneously, Kabuto began deploying the individuals resurrected through Edo Tensei in strategic positions. The commencement of Kabuto's Edo Tensei deployment occurred three days following the meeting of the Five Kages.
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In the opulent halls of the Daimyo Mansion, Jiryoku stirred from his meditative state, his piercing gaze scanning the room as he registered the gravity of the situation. "Hmm, so the war has started," he mused aloud, his tone tinged with a sense of foreboding.
Unlike before, Jiryoku no longer felt the need to keep his eyes closed, a testament to his mastery over the formidable power of the 'Eye of Death'. Now, he could control the activation and deactivation of this potent ability at will. However, despite this newfound control, there remained constraints on the duration for which he could sustain the 'Eye of Death's' gaze.
With a determined expression, Jiryoku commanded, "System, open my character panel," his voice resonating with authority as he sought to access vital information to aid him in the turbulent times ahead.
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[DING!]
{Name: Jiryoku
Template: Lucifer (100%).
}
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Jiryoku nodded upon seeing that the progress of the Lucifero template had reached 100%.
Turning to the system, Jiryoku inquired, "System, you mentioned that once I reach 100% progress with the Lucifero template, I'll be able to enhance the strength of those around me. How exactly does that work?"
The system responded, "Host, after fully integrating the Lucifero template, you have become a complete demon. You can now create a few lesser demons. Simply designate those around you as lesser demons, and they will receive a significant boost in strength, along with a notable increase in age."
Jiryoku acknowledged, "Hmm, I had a feeling something like that would be the case. Thank you for confirming."
At that moment, Jiryoku narrowed his eyes and directed his gaze toward a specific direction. "Obito, it seems you've devised quite a cunning plan to distract me," he remarked sharply.
Jiryoku sensed the presence of seven powerful individuals wreaking havoc in one of the smaller villages of the Fire Country, causing a massacre. With his 'Observation Haki,' Jiryoku's awareness extended across the entirety of the Fire Country and even beyond.
In an instant, Jiryoku vanished from his room and materialized before Jokan. "A group of assailants is attacking a small village, slaughtering its people. I intend to protect the village and eliminate these individuals," he declared.
Jokan nodded in acknowledgment upon hearing Jiryoku's words.
Jiryoku conjured a black hole before him and stepped into its abyss, vanishing from sight as the dark vortex consumed him. Soon after, the black hole dissipated into nothingness.
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