superior naruto

Chapter 38: 1st matchup



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The massive iceberg floating on the sea was breathtaking, its snow-capped peaks glistening under the sunlight. It was a perfect filming location—until three ninja emerged from its icy surface.

The director, startled by the sudden appearance of the Snow Country ninja, felt a mix of fear and anger. But then, a bold idea struck him.

Why not film this? A real battle between Snow Country ninja and Konoha ninja would be far more thrilling than any staged effect.

The idea consumed him. He quietly adjusted the camera, pointing it at the unfolding confrontation.

Snow Country Kunoichi: "Little Snow Princess, did you bring the Hexagonal Crystal?"

The kunoichi stood atop the iceberg, looking down at Yukie Fujikaze, the movie's lead actress.

Yukie, paralyzed with fear, stared blankly at the ninja. She recognized them—they were her uncle's subordinates, the ones who had helped him usurp the throne and kill her father.

Are they here to kill me?

Terrified, Yukie curled up on the ground, unable to even lift her head.

Naruto sighed. This is ridiculous.

The Snow Country ninja were after Yukie because she carried the Hexagonal Crystal, the key to a device her father had created. Her uncle, unaware that the treasury's funds had been spent on developing a geothermal device to melt Snow Country's ice, believed the crystal would unlock vast wealth.

Nadare Roga, glaring at Kakashi: "Kakashi! We meet again! This time, I won't let you escape!"

The two had a history, and Nadare charged at Kakashi with a vengeance.

Kakashi, turning to Naruto and Hinata: "Protect Yukie."

He then engaged Nadare in battle.

That left two enemies: the kunoichi with purple braids and a rotund ninja who looked like he'd eaten one too many bowls of ramen.

Naruto, taunting the fat ninja: "Hey, fatso! The other two are standing tall on the iceberg, but you're stuck in the snow. Can't climb up? You should lose some weight! Obesity affects your IQ—and your stamina, if you know what I mean!"

The fat ninja's face twisted in rage. He stomped on a snowboard-shaped ninja tool, channeling chakra into it, and charged at Naruto.

Fat Ninja: "I'll crush your head into your—!"

Naruto, smirking: "Multiple Shadow Clones!"

Fifteen clones surrounded Yukie, while Naruto drew Qingxiu and charged at the fat ninja.

Naruto: "Vertical Slash!"

The blade struck an invisible barrier half a meter from the fat ninja's body, sending a shockwave through Naruto's arms.

Fat Ninja, countering with a punch: "Break!"

His mechanical arm clashed with Qingxiu, the force sending Naruto skidding back five meters.

Fat Ninja, surprised: "What kind of weapon is that? It should've shattered!"

Naruto, catching his breath: "Come and find out!"

The fat ninja charged again, but Naruto dodged, slashing at the ground. Wind-natured chakra shattered the ice, disrupting the fat ninja's balance and sending him tumbling.

Naruto's clones seized the snowboard, leaving the fat ninja stranded.

Naruto, slashing at the fat ninja's back: "Take this!"

But the invisible barrier blocked the attack again.

Sasuke, throwing shuriken: "Fire Style: Great Fireball!"

The fireball exploded against the barrier, but the fat ninja remained unharmed.

Naruto, frustrated: "This turtle shell is too tough!"

Kakashi, shouting: "Naruto! Get everyone out of here!"

Naruto summoned five hundred clones. Twenty-four held off the Snow Country ninja, while the rest helped evacuate the crew.

Director, clutching his camera: "Save the footage!"

Naruto's clone, grabbing the camera: "Got it!"

Director, still shouting: "Run slower! The shot's blurry!"

Naruto, resisting the urge to throw a shuriken at the camera: This guy's insane.

The group successfully boarded the ship, and Kakashi prepared to unleash a powerful technique.

Kakashi, forming hand seals: "Ice Release: Beluga Whale Technique!"

A massive ice whale, 300-400 meters long, emerged from the iceberg.

Snow Country Ninja, mocking: "You can't beat me with my own technique!"

He summoned an even larger ice whale, which collided with Kakashi's in midair. The impact shattered the iceberg, sending massive chunks of ice crashing into the sea.

Kakashi, retreating to the ship: "My goal wasn't to defeat you—it was to buy time."

Back on the ship, the director was ecstatic.

Director, reviewing the footage: "Cut! This is gold! A real battle, a real iceberg—this is cinema!"

Naruto, shaking his head: This guy's dedication to art is... something else.

Kakashi, turning to Sandayu: "Mr. Sandayu, you owe us an explanation. This isn't a simple escort mission."

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