Land of Rain, Amegakure Village.
During the Third Shinobi World War, committed to pacifism, Yahiko led Nagato and Konan to establish the Akatsuki organization.
The Akatsuki organization during Yahiko's period generally maintained an open policy, attracting many Amegakure ninjas to join, and actively lobbying within the Land of Rain. Committed to reaching a ceasefire agreement among the Earth, Wind and Fire Countries. And stop armed confrontations and never harm any ninja.
Initially, Hanzo, as the leader of Amegakure Village, didn't pay much attention to the Akatsuki organization, nor did he regard them as a group of naive and foolish young people.
It wasn't until Danzo approached Hanzo and told him about the threat posed by Akatsuki. Hanzo then decided to join forces with Danzo to wipe out Akatsuki together.
The outcome needs no further explanation.
Yahiko was forced to commit suicide, and Nagato became enraged and activated the Rinnegan's power, killing almost all the enemies present.
The early members of the Akatsuki organization who rushed to support him were all killed by Obito, further increasing Nagato's hatred.
After this incident, the Akatsuki organization was severely damaged. Nagato took over the organization and completely changed Akatsuki's philosophy. Instead of yearning for a peaceful understanding, we began to pursue a peace forged by pain and fear.
Konoha 50 years, the Third Shinobi World War ended.
Then, years later, Nagato used the Rinnegan to control Yahiko's body and called himself Pain.
The ninja force he led launched a civil war and defeated the conservative faction of Amegakure Village led by Hanzo, and Hanzo was also killed.
At this point, Pain had completely taken control of the entire Amegakure Village, and began a closed policy, not announcing the end of the civil war and the news of Hanzo's death.
Everyone who entered and exited Amegakure Village would be monitored by Pain's ninjutsu.
This also restored a rare peace in Amegakure Village, and most villagers began to support and admire Pain. Coupled with the achievement of defeating the Demi-God Hanzo, Pain also became a 'god' in the village's spiritual symbol.
Closure, mystery, stability, perfect control, adequate support... The combination of various factors made Amegakure Village an ideal base for Akatsuki. Many organized activities were carried out secretly here to raise funds and grow quietly.
In the following years, Pain and Konan also recruited the rebellious ninja Kakuzu from Takigakure Village and the rebellious ninja Sasori from Sunagakure Village into Akatsuki.
According to this rate of development, Akatsuki's comprehensive strength is expected to be comparable to or even surpass the five great nations in a few years.
This is the development process of the original Amegakure Village and Akatsuki organization.
It's just that in Parallel World 4, the situation has changed slightly.
After the end of the Third Shinobi World War, Nagato did not spend a few years building The Six Paths of Pain and killing the Hanzo Group, the addition of other people would greatly accelerate the process.
Nagato completely destroyed the Hanzo Group in less than half a month.
"Almighty Push!"
The powerful repulsive force emitted by Pain threw Hanzo away.
Hanzo smashed through the wall and fell into the ruins, unable to fight anymore.
He said in horror: "Who are you? You actually have such power?!"
"Don't you remember my face?"
"You, you are Yahiko of Akatsuki? No, you should be dead. Why is this?"
"You joined forces with Danzo and betrayed us. You only cared about saving your own life. Now you are just a loser!"
"We have greatly respected you and honored you for protecting the village. But you have changed now!"
Pain criticized coldly.
It was Hanzo's betrayal that killed Yahiko and made Nagato truly realize the cruelty and darkness of this world.
"Wait, no, let me go!" Hanzo begged for mercy.
At this moment, he was no longer the Demi-God in the ninja world as he once was, he was just an old man trying to survive.
"Disappear, Hanzo!"
Pain launched Almighty Push again, killing Hanzo on the spot!
The Demi-God Hanzo who gained great fame during the Second Shinobi World War died like this.
"Have you finally gotten what you wanted? Nagato..."
Obito's muffled voice, which pinched his throat, sounded, and he himself entered from outside the house.
Behind him were dozens of White Zetsu with blood-stained hands. Outside were hundreds of subordinate ninjas from Hanzo's faction.
"Is everything settled?"
"Are you questioning my strength?"
"No, just want to make sure."
"Everything is settled. From today, the entire Amegakure Village will be under our control."
Due to lack of time, Nagato did not create the complete Six Paths of Pain.
Currently, only three objects have been created: Deva Path (Tendo Pain), Asura Path (Shuradō), and Naraka Path (Jigokudo).
Initially, Nagato planned to gather the Six Paths of Pain and defeat Hanzo's forces in one move, thereby minimizing casualties.
After all, Akatsuki had just begun. Except for himself and Konan, the number of ordinary ninjas he could mobilize was very limited.
But that's it.
Obito, who called himself Uchiha Madara, approached him again, claiming that he could provide a large number of combat forces and end the civil war in Amegakure Village as soon as possible.
Nagato did not refuse and immediately agreed.
He knew Obito was taking advantage of him, but why shouldn't he borrow Obito's strength?
As long as their goals and interests are consistent for now, there is a basis for cooperation.
Moreover, if it weren't for the large number of White Zetsu soldiers under Obito's command participating in the battle. This civil war might have continued for several years, causing further internal strife and weakening Amegakure Village.
At this time, Pain was not very happy to control the entire Amegakure Village.
He knew this was just the first step, and the road ahead was still long.
"Thank you for your help."
"No need to thank me. However, it's time for you to fulfill my request." Obito said with narrowed eyes.
"What do you want?"
"You know about the war that happened between Konoha Village and Kumogakure Village recently, right?"
"I know."
"These big countries always have ambitions that can never be satisfied. It's clear that the war has just ended, and a new round of battles is about to begin..."
"They still haven't really felt the pain!" Pain muttered disdainfully.
He didn't like Konoha or the big countries and villages at all.
"It's simple. I want you and Amegakure Village to take action and attack Konoha together!"
Obito revealed his purpose.
The reason why he helped Nagato quickly eliminate Hanzo's forces was in exchange for Nagato's actions against Konoha.
This was used to test the status of Minato and Jinchuriki Kushina.
At this stage, Obito could help Nagato destroy Hanzo's forces, because there would be no survivors here.
But he couldn't personally participate in the war between Konoha and Kumogakure.
Because it was difficult for him to kill all the elite ninjas on the battlefield. Many people knew: someone who mastered space-time ninjutsu, who was suspected to be Uchiha Madara, was causing trouble.
Moreover, defeating Konoha, maybe the five great nations would soon unite to face him.
Therefore, he needed to 'kill with a borrowed knife' without showing himself!
And Nagato and Amegakure Village, this is his sword!
"Hm?"
Pain frowned, it didn't seem like a good idea!
"Is this your goal? To drag Amegakure Village into war again?"
Konan beside him said excitedly.
She never trusted the masked man. But Yahiko's death hit her hard, and now she chose to support Nagato no matter what he did.
Especially when taking revenge on her enemy Hanzo, she was the one who led the charge.
But now that Hanzo is dead, the masked man immediately pushed Nagato to attack Konoha. This is clearly a conspiracy!
"The risk is too great and it's not in the interests of Akatsuki and the village."
Pain shook his head and actively refused.
"Is this your answer?"
"You accept my help and then ruthlessly refuse. This doesn't seem like cooperation!"
Obito threatened coldly, and his chakra aura oppressed him.
Konan immediately became alert and stood in front of Pain.
Pain's expression remained unchanged and he still answered coldly:
"I am not Hanzo, and I will not put my own interests above the village!"
Even if it meant fighting Obito!
In response, Obito chose to give in.
Although he had Kamui, he was not invincible. But he wasn't sure he could defeat Nagato who had the Rinnegan.
Besides, this hadn't reached the point where the two had to break up.
"Then let me put it another way, this won't hurt the village."
"Think about it. This is actually a great opportunity for you! If we win, we can certainly ask for compensation and get a lot of benefits for Amegakure Village."
"If you lose, blame Hanzo, claim that he started the war, and push his body out. And start changing your name and build a new Amegakure Village."
"You won't lose anything no matter what."
"Or are you who has surpassed Hanzo not confident that you can protect Amegakure Village?"
Obito used facts to demonstrate and analyze, and at the same time frantically encouraged.
It can be said that the technique of preaching, and as we know, Nagato is the easiest to convince.
Listen to this, Pain fell silent and hesitated.
In other words, Nagato behind him was moved.
"You know, under normal circumstances you have no chance to shake Konoha. Nagato, don't forget who killed your parents!"
"Who killed your best friend Yahiko!"
Nagato was startled, his eyes were red, and his heart was once again enveloped in great anger.
Obito raised the corner of his mouth and found that the mouth seemed easier to use than physical actions!
So he finally added fuel to the fire and said:
"Oh! By the way, there's one more thing I forgot to tell you."
"The current leader of Konoha is Danzo who killed Yahiko. If he defeats Kumogakure, he will completely control Konoha."
"Do you think he will let you go? Will he let Amegakure Village go?"
Konan: "..."
Nagato: "..."
Both were silent.
Because they knew Obito was telling the truth.
Even if we didn't mention the blood feud between them and Danzo, once Danzo gained power, he would never let Amegakure Village go.
After pondering for a moment, Nagato finally made a decision:
"Okay, Amegakure Village will take action!"
"It's just an attack on behalf of Hanzo!"
Obito was very happy and very satisfied: "Great, I will try my best to support you."
And muttered in his heart:
'Danzo, your end is coming soon! '
'And Minato-sensei, if you haven't died, how will you face this round? '