Naruto: Hidden Mist's Great Blacksmith

"An increase in reputation by so much at once." 

"It looks like Mashiro performed well? Faster than I expected."

Soma glanced at his arm.

Because he used Great Water Arm Jutsu, concentrating the excess water in his body into this arm, Soma's arm now appeared notably more robust.

"Bang!"

A punch was thrown.

A dent immediately appeared on the wall.

Cracks spread outwards.

"Great Water Arm Jutsu, mastered!"

"Similar to Tsunade's Enhanced Strength Jutsu."

"Not sure who's stronger."

"In battle, if someone gets close to me, I could use this on them."

Soma's thoughts shifted, and the water in his arm returned to normal.

Then, Soma looked at the translucent screen.

"Lottery!"

"Forty consecutive draws, start!"

[Physique +1!]

…

[Spirit +1!]

[Thug Recruitment Token X2!]

[Physique +1!]

…

[Soul Reaping Sword Blueprint X1!]

…

[Rattlesnake Blueprint (Blue) X1!]

"Blue Blueprint…"

"Blueprints above green and yellow."

Soma looked at the Blueprint in his hand.

A wave of information flooded into Soma's mind.

"Blue Blueprint, an upgraded version of the Green Blueprint, allows for five refreshes at any time, meaning you can choose one from six different ninja tools as the final Blueprint."

Soma's eyes lit up.

"Six choices."

"This level of selection is much better."

"The chance of getting a Ninjato that can find contractors in Hidden Mist Village is much higher."

Soma didn't hesitate.

"Refresh!"

The content on the Blueprint changed.

[Water Dragon Sword!]

"Refresh again!"

[Shuratori!]

"Continue!"

[The Complete Book Of The World!]

[Thunder God's Rage!]

[Surging Power!]

Soon, all six results were displayed in front of Soma.

Soma directly eliminated the less desirable options.

"Shuratori, a Ninjato with adjustable length, is similar to one of the abilities of the Sword of Wisdom that I crafted. It has practical effects but not strong enough."

"Surging Power can fully unleash the user's potential, but within Hidden Mist Village, there doesn't seem to be anyone with high potential who hasn't fully utilized it."

"If this were in Konoha, choosing this ninja tool might have some value."

"But in Hidden Mist Village, its value isn't that high."

"Water Dragon Sword, after use, provides a three-minute boost in strength, after which the user enters a state of fatigue."

"It's essentially an explosive type of ability."

"Rattlesnake, a whip-type weapon, is very flexible."

"But it's only very flexible."

Soma's gaze fell on the remaining two options.

"Thunder God's Rage, a Teigu with extremely strong lightning attribute power."

"The Complete Book Of The World, a book that records maps of countries around the world, including phenomena and even detailed information about local specialties. The content is very detailed."

Soma pondered.

"Thunder God's Rage's strength goes without saying. Being one of the Teigu and demonstrating such strong performance in the original storyline is proof enough."

"If obtaining Thunder God's Rage involves a subjugation task, that would be even better."

"Ameyuri, Kurosuki Raiga, and even Hozuki Izumo can all be contractors."

"Since it's armor, no, more precisely, mainly gauntlets, it won't conflict with the Ninjato."

"This is a ninja tool that can be used in conjunction with others."

"As for The Complete Book Of The World, does the information pertain to the World of Akame Ga Kill or the Naruto world?"

Soma's eyes flickered.

"Logically, the function of this ninja tool should be to store a vast amount of information, and even categorize and organize it based on the information it already has."

"But it's unlikely that it can automatically collect all the information of a world without any source."

"This seems to be beyond the capability of a Teigu."

"If it were peacetime, The Complete Book Of The World would have considerable value."

"But now it's wartime."

"Therefore, Thunder God's Rage will have greater significance for Hidden Mist Village."

Soma made his decision.

"Choose, Thunder God's Rage!"

The next moment, the content on the Blueprint was fixed.

Soma looked at the two Blueprints again.

Soul Reaping Sword Blueprint, four blank hexagrams.

Thunder God's Rage Blueprint, two blank hexagrams.

[Name: Soma.]

[Comprehensive Strength: Jonin.]

[Swordsmanship: Good (11300).]

[Body Modification Technique: Familiar (2000).]

[Sage's Plant Cultivation Technique: Novice (1000).]

[Abilities: Underwater Breathing.]

[Abilities: Elemental Energy Absorption Technique.]

[Forging Technique: Excellent (Master—Forging Island bonus, God's Hand bonus).]

[Task Items: Thug Recruitment Token X8.]

[Blacksmith Reputation: 68.]

[Evaluation: An Excellent Blacksmith with a personal forging site and equipment, resulting in bonuses to Forging Technique and a higher chance of crafting high-quality ninja tools.]

[As a Ninja, you have already reached a solid mid-level standard.]

"Two thugs... If the Third Mizukage has recovered his spiritual power, then we can directly proceed with this Dungeon Instance."

"Daida is also here."

Soma entered the forging room where the Skeleton Emperor was located.

"Mizukage-sama."

"Soma."

The Third Mizukage's phantom appeared.

"How is your spiritual power recovery, Mizukage-sama?"

"Is there a new materials request?"

The Third Mizukage immediately guessed the reason for Soma's visit.

"That's right."

"Almost. Given the time on your end, I'm available anytime."

The Third Mizukage paused and asked, "By the way, Soma, how is the situation in the village now?"

"It's quite good."

Soma said, "After withstanding Konoha's raid on Hidden Mist Village, it's now our turn."

"Konoha has been completely suppressed."

"If there are no surprises, Konoha might soon surrender."

Soma remembered that in the original storyline, the Third Shinobi World War had actually ended by this point.

However, in the war between Konoha and Hidden Mist Village, it ended with Konoha's victory.

In other words, it was Soma's appearance that enhanced Hidden Mist Village's overall strength, preventing Hidden Mist Village from surrendering.

Now, Konoha is being forced to surrender.

The Third Mizukage smiled.

"If Konoha surrenders, we need to negotiate the terms carefully. We definitely can't let Konoha off easily."

"In the past, when Konoha won, they were never lenient with Hidden Mist Village."

Saying this, the Third Mizukage suddenly sighed.

"It's a pity... I won't be able to witness that moment."

This made the Third Mizukage feel quite regretful.

Hidden Mist Village is improving more and more.

But as the Mizukage, he couldn't make an appearance.

Originally, these achievements could have been partly attributed to him.

If they win this battle, he would definitely surpass the Second Mizukage in terms of achievements, with no doubt.

"Has there been any unusual activity from Yagura?"

Soma shook his head.

"No."

The Third Mizukage pondered for a moment.

"If Yagura is truly under the control of the Akatsuki Organization, he definitely wouldn't want the war to end like this. There will surely be some actions, so we need to come up with a reason that Yagura cannot interfere with."

"And the Hozuki Clan?"

Soma responded.

"There haven't been any abnormal movements, still the same situation Elder Genji mentioned last time."

The Third Mizukage nodded and didn't say much about the Hozuki Clan.

"Soma, how many people are needed for this task?"

"Three people."

Soma said, "I was thinking that it should be me, Mizukage-sama, and Daida. Given the current situation in the village, it's not suitable for Juzo-senpai and the others on the front lines to return."

"Alright, then once you decide on the time, just come directly."

"Understood."

…

…

"No!"

"No!"

"This shouldn't be happening."

Mashiro couldn't accept what was happening before her eyes.

After arriving at the front lines and joining this small team, Mashiro initially struggled to adapt. However, many people in the team were very nice.

They welcomed her warmly, explained battlefield matters, and what Ninjas needed to pay attention to.

Now, the atmosphere among the Hidden Mist Ninjas has actually changed from before.

There is much less hostility among comrades.

Even though Yagura, after taking power, reinforced the Bloody Mist under Uchiha Obito's orders, the Bloody Mist only targeted unselected Ninjas.

On the front lines, the Ninjas had already passed this process.

As Hidden Mist Village gained an advantage on the battlefield and the Hidden Mist Ninjas could see hope, their mindset naturally shifted.

Mashiro made her first friend here.

Yes, a friend.

Before coming to Hidden Mist Village, Mashiro didn't even understand what the term "friend" meant.

From birth, she had been constantly on the move, and only after settling down did she marry and have children.

The life of a housewife was endlessly busy.

Mashiro hardly had time to live for herself.

When she arrived at Hidden Mist Village, Mashiro was initially anxious and uneasy.

However, with the progress of training, interactions with Izumi, the excitement of the Ice Release Kekkei Genkai in her body, and the Cold Dome contract, things began to change.

Mashiro gradually began to feel like she was living for herself.

It was the first time she had such a feeling.

After arriving at the front lines, this feeling deepened.

Mashiro slowly integrated into the team.

But at that moment, the squad was suddenly attacked.

Konoha Ninjas came out of nowhere, striking fiercely.

Each attack aimed directly at the vital points of her team.

"Riko!"

Mashiro watched the fallen Riko, her eyes reddened.

Even though Riko was already injured, she still shielded Mashiro with her wounded body, sacrificing her life to protect her from the attack.

Mashiro couldn't understand how Riko could go to such lengths.

Despite being in that state, she managed to hold on, endure the pain, and urge Mashiro to escape quickly.

"Why?"

Mashiro didn't understand why Konoha Ninjas would do this to them.

And she couldn't comprehend why Riko was willing to go so far for her.

"Is this what it means to be in a village?"

Mashiro felt a power within her, filled with anger and fury.

The next moment, the power of the Cold Dome in her hand seemed to flow back into her body.

A strong chill emanated from Mashiro's body.

Mashiro stood up.

"You all must die!"

At that moment, Mashiro was like a different person.

Her demeanor and gaze had changed.

It was as if the energy hidden within her body, triggered by witnessing her mother's murder in the village, had erupted uncontrollably.

At just a few years old, the unleashed power had destroyed the entire village and killed everyone in it.

The chill was condensing.

Needles appeared, shaped like Senbon.

Ten, a hundred, a thousand...

And even more.

They surrounded Mashiro densely.

The next moment, they were thrown.

"Whoosh!"

"Whoosh!"

"Whoosh!"

A series of piercing sounds echoed.

From all directions.

The Konoha Ninjas, who were feeling triumphant, did not anticipate this situation. By the time they realized it, it was already too late, and Mashiro's attack was fierce.

It wasn't just the power of Mashiro's Ice Release Kekkei Genkai.

It was also the power that flowed back from the Cold Dome.

"Pffft!"

When a Konoha Ninja was hit by an Ice Senbon, it meant there was no chance for that Konoha Ninja to escape from Mashiro's attack.

"Bang!"

"Bang!"

"Bang!"

Konoha Ninjas fell one after another.

"What is this?"

"Ice Release?"

"Could it be Biwa Juzo?"

"No, it's that female ninja!"

"Kill her!"

Aburame Tatsuma's expression darkened as he quickly approached.

"Parasitic Insect!"

A cloud of insects spread out, countering Mashiro's Ice Senbon.

"When did Hidden Mist Village get another Ice Release user?"

"Kekkei Genkai? Or still relying on a Ninjato?"

Aburame Tatsuma's gaze fell on the Cold Dome in Mashiro's hand.

"A new Zanpakuto?"

"So you prepared here in advance because you sensed my actions?"

"But so what?"

"I, Aburame Tatsuma, am not someone to be underestimated."

"The task assigned to me by Danzo-sama must be completed."

"No one can stop me."

"Die!"

Aburame Tatsuma roared.

"Secret Jutsu, Insect Tornado!"

More Parasitic Insects appeared, flying at high speed and forming a tornado-like vortex.

Mashiro looked calmly at Aburame Tatsuma.

There was neither anger nor fear, just a calm gaze.

The current Mashiro was not like her previous self; she seemed to have awakened a second personality.

"Ice Release, Blasting Ice Crystals!"

Blocks of ice, under Mashiro's control, turned into explosive symbols.

The Parasitic Insects of Aburame Tatsuma couldn't penetrate.

Ice and Parasitic Insects collided mid-air.

It was like two walls.

However, Mashiro's ice clearly had the advantage.

Moreover, Mashiro raised the Cold Dome in her hand and pointed it at Aburame Tatsuma.

An ice dragon instantly took shape.

It was gigantic, with a fierce appearance, emitting an extremely terrifying aura. The chill from the dragon even froze the surrounding air.

"Bite, Cold Dome!"

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