The tags erupted in a cascade of explosions, transforming the battleground into a chaotic display of fiery brilliance. The chunins, caught off guard, found themselves engulfed in a tempest of destructive blast.
Renjiro's modified explosive tags lived up to their enhanced potential, magnifying the devastation and scattering the remnants of the opposing force.
From a vantage point at a considerable distance, Aoi Miwato observed the sudden eruption of explosions on the battlefield. Intrigued and vigilant, Aoi squinted to get a clearer view of the situation, analyzing the aftermath of the explosive spectacle.
'What the hell is happening over there? I need to hurry up! I already wasted time going to the fake hideout.'
Propelled by a sense of urgency and a commitment to the mission's success, Aoi hastened his pace as he approached the heart of the ongoing battle.
Upon reaching the epicentre of the conflict, Aoi's discerning gaze swiftly identified Riku, engaged in a formidable struggle against the Hozuki brothers.
The confrontation had reached a critical juncture, and Aoi understood the importance of reinforcing the efforts against the adversaries.
'Finally! Two against Three. Seems fair to me.'
Relief washed over Riku as he witnessed the arrival of Aoi Miwato. The intensity of the conflict against the Hozuki brothers was straining him, and Aoi's reinforcement brought a renewed sense of assurance.
As Aoi now engaged with one of the Hozuki brothers with his earth-based jutsus, Riku seized the opportunity to shift the battle dynamics. Lightning crackled in the air as Riku unleashed his mastery of lightning techniques.
Riku's versatility extended beyond his primary chakra affinities of Water and Earth. Drawing upon his extensive training and expertise, he demonstrated proficiency in multiple chakra natures, showcasing a well-rounded skill set that spoke to his status as a seasoned jounin.
He had not mastered all the chakra natures like the Hokage, but he was lightning release due to its offensive capabilities.
Using Earth Nature Jutsus would be the better option, but no, Riku wanted his opponents to suffer for all the troubles they had caused him during the short time that they had been fighting. With a hand seal, Riku summoned a barrage of shurikens.
"Lightning Release: Aftershock!"
Riku's voice echoed through. The atmosphere itself seemed to quiver in response, as bolts of lightning danced along the edges of the thrown projectiles.
The charged shurikens zipped through the air with enhanced speed and precision, guided by Riku's control. Trails of lightning arced behind them, leaving a dazzling display in their wake.
The brothers, caught in the crosshairs, reacted with a mixture of surprise and determination. The youngest brother, Tao, recognized the imminent threat posed by the charging weapons.
"Get ready!" Tao bellowed a directive aimed at his brothers as they, too, prepared to weather the storm of electrified projectiles.
The moment of impact unleashed a dazzling display of arcing lightning, illuminating the battlefield with a flickering brilliance. The Hozuki brothers, shielded by their resilient water transformation, absorbed the brunt of the electrical assault. The shurikens were so many that they didn't even consider evading them.
Seizing the advantageous moment when the Hozuki brothers were momentarily stunned by the unforeseen repercussion of the Lightning assault and experienced a lapse in their hydrafication technique, Riku's form blurred as he flickered and closed in on Tao. The lapse in their techniques turned their bodies back to normal.
With a swift and calculated strike, Riku's hands, now infused with lightning chakra, made contact with Tao's torso.
The jolt of lightning chakra surged through Tao's system. He had used the Dance of lightning jutsu.
Tao was unable to turn back to liquid form in time and his innards were electrocuted, killing him before he could realize what was happening.
'One down.'
Riku thought as he turned to face the remaining two enemy jounins.
"No!!"
Yagi screamed as Tao staggered and fell to the ground, the two Hozuki brothers found themselves grappling with the fact that their brother had gotten an express ticket to the afterlife.
"You will pay for this!"
Kojima said as he and his brother were visibly consumed by an overwhelming surge of emotions.
With their eyes ablaze with a mix of grief and rage, released an ominous killing intent that permeated the air. The very air seemed to thicken with the weight of their unbridled emotions.
'Good. This is what I wanted. The third brother was the level-headed one. With these two now angry, things could get easier.'
In unison, Yagi and Kojima shouted, "Water Release: Great Water Arm!"
As their voices resonated, an immediate transformation overcame the Hozuki brothers. The ambient moisture in the air responded to their chakra, coalescing around their limbs.
The metamorphosis was a sight to behold. The muscles on their arms expanded and swelled, pulsating with an otherworldly vitality. What were once ordinary limbs now bore the hallmark of chakra-infused augmentation.
Simultaneously, Yagi and Kojima locked eyes with Riku, their expressions hardened and determined. Riku met their intense gaze with a steely resolve.
"Impressive technique," he remarked, his words cutting through which only made the brothers angry.
The decision to forego their signature clan technique in favour of raw power became evident in the sinewy strength that emanated from their water-infused arms.
It was also a calculated move as their chakra reserves were dwindling, so they opted for a less chakra-intensive jutsu.
As the confrontation shifted from a battle of elements to a physical clash, Yagi and Kojima engaged Riku in a melee of raw power, their water-infused strikes aiming to overpower the seasoned jounin.
'Their strength is similar to the princess'.'
In response, Riku seamlessly transitioned into a taijutsu stance, meeting the brothers head-on with a combination of speed, precision, and martial expertise. He could not help but compare their strength to a certain blonde lady from his clan.
While Riku faced the brothers in close combat, Aoi took on a supportive role. His earth jutsus served as disruptions to the fluid movements of the Hozuki brothers, creating obstacles and barriers that impeded their progress.
Riku, despite facing adversaries with augmented strength, showcased the artistry of taijutsu – a blend of evasion, counterattacks, and strategic positioning.
Aoi's earth jutsus, strategically placed, disrupted the fluidity of the Hozuki brothers' attacks, providing crucial openings for Riku to exploit.
Riku expertly dodged the brothers' powerful strikes, finding openings in their attacks to deliver calculated and devastating blows.
Drawing from his extensive combat history, Riku exploited the weaknesses in their approach, capitalizing on his agility and technique.
Coupled with his vast chakra reserves and superior taijutsu, the brothers started to lag as their reserves dwindled. Riku had won this somewhat battle of attrition.
The battlefield resonated with the sounds of impacts as Riku's strikes found their mark. The brothers, despite their enhanced strength, now struggled to match Riku's finesse and strategic approach.
In a final series of swift and calculated movements, Riku incapacitated the brothers, after exploiting their vulnerabilities and dismantling their offensive capabilities.
The clash of elements and martial skill reached its conclusion as Riku emerged victorious, showcasing the effectiveness of superior taijutsu against overwhelming strength.
After finishing off the brothers, Riku stored the three bodies in a scroll and together with Aoi, they surveyed the aftermath of the battle. As they approached the area where Renjiro and the rest of the groups had been engaged in battle, the gravity of the situation became apparent.
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