NOVEL NEXT Chapter 200: Chapter 200
The notification sound of the chat group echoed.
In the main screen, the reward for the second-place winner was displayed:
[Second Place: Tobirama Senju the Second Hokage]
[Optional Rewards: Select Two from the Following Three]
[Reward 1: Perfect Logia Devil Fruit(No weakness from Sea Water)]
[Reward 2: A Random Type of Haki]
[Reward 3: A Random Zanpakutō (from an alternate world's storyline)]
Tobirama's eyes lit up as he read the options. All three rewards were exceptional, each offering powers Tobirama had yet to master. While he hadn't gained abilities from the Bleach world, his extensive research into the nature of souls gave him a keen understanding of their potential. Even though he could only choose two, Tobirama knew he had to select abilities that would best complement his tactical style of combat, amplifying his already lethal presence on the battlefield.
This was his chance to experience one of these powers firsthand; it was exactly the opportunity he'd been waiting for. If not for the two-out-of-three limit, Tobirama would have taken all the rewards without hesitation. However, since only two could be selected, he thought carefully and made his decision.
He chose the Perfect Logia Devil Fruit and a Random Type of Haki. The sheer natural power of a Logia-type Devil Fruit was too valuable to pass up. If it had been a random selection between Paramecia and Zoan, he wouldn't have been as interested, but this was different. He hadn't obtained a Logia fruit before, he had experimented with Paramecia and Zoan types in the past.
The choice was made, and now, the Second Hokage would wield powers from worlds beyond his own.
Although there are many powerful abilities, many are relatively useless. If Tobirama were to choose one of those weaker abilities, it would be a waste of his potential. However, Logia-type Devil Fruits are a different story. Almost none of them are weak, and even the less powerful ones still offer extraordinary abilities. The only reason someone might not fully utilize a Logia is if they lack combat awareness or skill.
Tobirama, of course, was not that type of person. As long as he acquired a fruit of at least average power, his ability to wield it would far surpass that of others. There was no doubt in his mind that he could unlock the full potential of whatever he received.
The other option he chose, Random Type of Haki, was also an excellent choice. All three forms of Haki—Conqueror's, Armament, and Observation—are invaluable, and ideally, he would acquire all of them. Even if they weren't offered as rewards now, Tobirama believed the Hokages could eventually find a way to master all three.
These abilities provide unmatched benefits in attack, defense, and perception, so his decision was immediate and without hesitation.
The only reward he passed on was the Zanpakutō. Though he was tempted to choose it, the uncertainty surrounding its powers made it a lesser choice compared to Logia Devil Fruit and Haki.
In the case of the Zanpakutō, some are extremely powerful, while others are relatively weak. If he were to receive a weaker one at random, it would be a waste. That's why Tobirama ultimately opted for the first two rewards.
[Selection complete!]
[Congratulations! You have obtained: One random Logia Devil Fruit (No Weakness) and one random Type of Haki.]
[Rewards will be distributed after the meeting ends.]
With his choices made, Tobirama stepped back, and all eyes turned to Naruto, the third-place contestant. It was now his turn to choose his reward.
[Third Place: Seventh Hokage, Uzumaki Naruto World]
[Optional Rewards: Choose one of two.]
[Reward 1: Armament Haki]
[Reward 2: A random perfect Logia Devil Fruit]
As Naruto hesitated to make a choice, Kakashi, who was now a formidable user of the Goro Goro no Mi, approached him.
"Naruto," Kakashi, now a user of the Goro Goro no Mi from the Third Hokage's world, began with a steady, reassuring tone. "As someone who wields a Logia-type power myself, I can tell you firsthand that a Logia Devil Fruit offers incredible advantages. It can transform your abilities, granting you elemental control and immunity to most physical attacks. The versatility and sheer power of Logia fruits are unmatched. It's truly a game-changer for a shinobi."
He placed a reassuring hand on Naruto's shoulder. "Armament Haki is indeed a strong ability, but it can be acquired in other ways and will likely come your way in the future. A Logia fruit, on the other hand, is a rare chance. It will enhance your ninjutsu and give you a level of power that is hard to find anywhere else."
Naruto's eyes widened with understanding as Kakashi's advice sank in. After listening to Kakashi's advice, Naruto quickly chose the second one! He nodded, feeling more confident about his choice.
"Thanks, Kakashi-sensei. I get it now. The Logia fruit it is."
Now, Naruto couldn't help but wonder: what kind of Logia fruit would he receive? Given his already powerful physique, the addition of a Devil Fruit would undoubtedly make him even more formidable.
After his selection, the chat group issued another notification.
[Selection complete!]
[Congratulations to Naruto Uzumaki on obtaining: Perfect Logia Devil Fruit!]
[Rewards will be distributed after the meeting ends.]
After the top three rewards had been claimed, the chat group's voice echoed once more, revealing the guaranteed rewards for the remaining participants. The rankings appeared on the light curtain:
[According to ranking:]
[Fourth Place: Uchiha Madara World]
[Fifth Place: Road to Ninja Tsunade World]
[Sixth Place: First Hokage Senju Hashirama World]
[Seventh Place: Fifth Hokage Tsunade World]
[Eighth Place: Tsukyomi World Fifth Hokage Uchiha Obito World]
[Ninth Place: Sixth Hokage Kakashi World]
[Tenth Place: Fourth Hokage Namikaze Minato World]
[Eleventh Place: Sixth Hokage Uchiha Sasuke World]
[Twelfth Place: Fifth Hokage Kakashi World]
[Guaranteed reward for all above worlds: Physique Enhancer (increases the physical strength of the user to three times the current level!)]
Seeing this guaranteed reward left the Hokages pleasantly surprised! No one had expected such a valuable prize. Although they weren't familiar with the specifics of the Physique Enhancer, the promise of tripling their physical abilities was nothing short of extraordinary.
With enhanced physiques, their attack power, defense, and even healing capabilities were bound to see significant improvements. This upgrade was sure to make a huge difference in future battles.
For ninjas, the most crucial element is Chakra, which is heavily influenced by life force. With their physiques enhanced, their Chakra levels would see a massive boost.
The person most thrilled by this revelation was Hashirama, who burst into laughter.
"I don't know about the others, but this reward is perfect for me!" he exclaimed cheerfully.
As Hashirama reveled in his good fortune, Madara's gaze turned sharp. "Stop with that boost," he said, his tone laced with a hint of arrogance, "Your strength is quite impressive, but it wouldn't surpass my own, even with the enhanced physique. The gap between us is more than just raw power."
Everyone quickly realized he was right. As the First Hokage, revered as the God of Shinobi, Hashirama's physical prowess was already on a monstrous level. His passive healing ability alone could rival Tsunade's Creation Rebirth Technique. A physique three times stronger? It was unimaginable how powerful he could become.
The others were equally pleased, recognizing the benefits for themselves. Take Kakashi, for example—his greatest weakness was always his limited Chakra, Sharingan, and Goro Goro sapping his chakra at a high rate. He constantly ran short. But with his physical strength tripled, his Chakra reserves would finally be more than enough. His overall strength would increase significantly, and he'd no longer need to carefully ration his Chakra during battles.
For Minato, his reaction speed would skyrocket, making his Flying Thunder God Technique even more terrifying than before. The power boost was undeniable for all of them.