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Chapter 10 - Chapter 10: The Awakening of the Gods

The Infinite Tsukuyomi had begun, and the entire world was immersed in its dream-like state. The moon's blinding light enveloped everything, casting an eternal slumber over the land. People from every corner of the world were trapped in an endless illusion, the world frozen in perfection—Obito's dream of peace had come to fruition.

But as Nagato, once the leader of the Akatsuki and the world's most powerful figure, knelt in the shadow of the Ten Tails, a flicker of resistance stirred within him. Despite the overwhelming influence of Obito's power, a spark of defiance remained.

The Six Paths of Pain, Nagato's most trusted tools and embodiments of his will, stood alongside him, awaiting his command. But Nagato knew they would not be enough to stop Obito's plan. His Rinnegan pulsed, the chakra within him calling out to something deeper, something ancient—something powerful.

In that moment, a phenomenon no one could have anticipated occurred. The Six Paths of the Sage, the fabled weapons of the Sage of Six Paths, were drawn to Nagato, appearing in flashes of light around him. These legendary tools, each imbued with immense power and significance, came to him as if drawn by fate itself.

The Sword of the Tengu appeared before him first, its hilt wrapped in gold and its blade gleaming with a sharp edge. This weapon had the ability to sever any bond—physical or spiritual—and was said to be the sword of judgment. Its power could destroy even the most powerful chakra constructs with ease.

Then came The Shield of the Phoenix, radiant with light, its surface shimmering with a golden aura. This shield was said to be unbreakable, able to protect its wielder from any attack, no matter how strong. It was a symbol of divine protection, capable of reflecting any force sent against its bearer.

The Heavenly Staff arrived next, crackling with immense energy. Known for its ability to control gravity, this staff could summon storms and earthquakes, manipulating the very laws of nature itself. It was said to be the instrument of balance in the universe, wielded only by those with true mastery of their power.

The Shinra Tensei Scroll materialized next, a scroll that contained the secrets of the most devastating force in the universe—the technique capable of destroying everything in its path. The ability to control the very fabric of space and time, this scroll was one of the most feared of the Sage's treasures.

The Gale Fist appeared next, swirling with wind and thunder. It was a fist that could summon the fury of a storm, capable of obliterating entire armies with its devastating blows. The power of the Gale Fist had been legend for centuries, and now it was here, ready to serve Nagato in his final stand.

Finally, the Divine Eye, the most mysterious and powerful of all the weapons, appeared in front of Nagato, floating like a jewel of pure energy. This was the most sacred of the six, granting the wielder the power to perceive everything—the truth of the world and the path to ultimate enlightenment. It was said to have the power to awaken the soul of anyone it gazed upon.

Nagato's heart thundered in his chest as the six weapons hovered before him, each imbued with the ancient power of the Sage of Six Paths. He could feel the chakra coursing through them, recognizing the immense responsibility that came with wielding such power. The weapons were not simply tools; they were the very embodiment of the will of the Sage, capable of reshaping the world.

Obito's voice echoed through the infinite void as he continued the ritual, oblivious to the awakening of these powerful relics. "The Infinite Tsukuyomi is complete, Nagato. There is no escape."

But Nagato, his eyes ablaze with determination, reached out to seize the power of the weapons. His hand closed around the Sword of the Tengu first, feeling the immense energy flow into him. "I will not let you destroy everything we have worked for, Obito."

The power of the weapons surged as Nagato activated their abilities, his chakra combining with the ancient forces contained within them. The Sword of the Tengu cleaved through the God Tree, severing its roots and destroying the source of the Infinite Tsukuyomi's power.

The God Tree trembled, its bark cracking and splintering as the Sword of the Tengu cut through its life force. The immense chakra that had once sustained the Infinite Tsukuyomi began to dissipate, unravelling as the God Tree's power waned.

Nagato's Rinnegan flared as the divine tools unleashed their destructive power, each weapon amplifying his abilities. The Shinra Tensei Scroll began to glow with overwhelming force, creating shockwaves that spread across the land, pushing back the very fabric of space itself.

Obito, feeling the tremors of the destruction, turned toward the source, his eyes widening in shock. "What is this…? How could he—?"

But before Obito could react, the Gale Fist was already in motion. Nagato swung it through the air, and a storm of wind and lightning descended upon the God Tree, tearing it to shreds. The roots of the tree were ripped apart by the force of the Gale Fist, causing the tree's life force to drain rapidly.

The Shield of the Phoenix activated, protecting Nagato from the backlash of the God Tree's collapsing power. The unbreakable shield absorbed the energy that would have otherwise destroyed him, reflecting it back toward the tree, amplifying the destruction.

Obito's grip on the Infinite Tsukuyomi faltered as the energy of the God Tree began to dissipate. His eyes widened in panic as he realized his control over the world was slipping away.

Nagato's Rinnegan glowed brightly, as if responding to the call of the Six Paths weapons. He raised the Divine Eye, and the glow of his eyes intensified. The power of the Sage of Six Paths surged through him, filling him with the knowledge of the universe itself.

As the Divine Eye's power activated, Nagato turned it upon the people of the world, awakening them from their eternal slumber. Those trapped by the Infinite Tsukuyomi began to stir, their eyes opening, the illusion vanishing as the light of the moon faded.

The Infinite Tsukuyomi's grip shattered, and the world began to return to normal. The people who had been caught in the illusion looked around in confusion, their minds struggling to comprehend the reality they now faced.

Obito's voice grew cold with rage, realizing the extent of Nagato's actions. "No… you cannot defeat the Eye of the Moon so easily. The world is mine!"

But Nagato, wielding the power of the Six Paths weapons, was unstoppable. The destruction of the God Tree had shattered Obito's plan, and now it was time to reclaim the world.

The weapons combined their power in a final, devastating attack. The Sword of the Tengu slashed through the air, the Shield of the Phoenix protected Nagato from the backlash, and the Divine Eye amplified the effect, awakening the world and tearing through Obito's defenses.

Obito's form flickered as his powers began to weaken, his grip on the world crumbling. "Impossible…" he whispered as the combined might of the Sage's weapons overwhelmed him.

With a final cry, Obito fell, his power dissipating into the ether. The moon began to lose its glow, and the light that had once enveloped the world began to fade.

Nagato stood victorious, the Six Paths weapons floating around him in silent tribute to their power. He had succeeded in stopping Obito and breaking the Infinite Tsukuyomi, but the cost of his actions was immeasurable. The world was now awake, free from the illusion.

Nagato's gaze hardened. He knew the world would never be the same, but the Sage of Six Paths had given him the tools to reshape it. Now, it was up to him to guide humanity toward a new future, free from the false peace of the Infinite Tsukuyomi, and build a new world from the ashes of the old.