Chapter 169: The Risks of the Truth-Seeking Orb
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Creating a Truth-Seeking Orb typically requires one of two advanced methods.
The first method involves mastering the chakra of all seven elements—Yin, Yang, and the five elemental natures of Fire, Water, Earth, Wind, and Lightning—and skillfully combining them through the Yin-Yang Release technique to forge the orb.
This approach is extraordinarily difficult. For most individuals, even mastering two chakra natures within a lifetime is an unattainable feat, let alone achieving proficiency in all seven.
However, this method has distinct advantages. Truth-Seeking Orbs created through it can be used as versatile combat tools. Even if they are damaged or destroyed in battle, they can be recreated using Yin-Yang Release, provided the user retains mastery over the necessary chakra elements.
According to the system's classification, this method requires developing each chakra nature to an advanced level while also mastering the corresponding Yin-Yang Release techniques.
At present, Kyōsuke is diligently working toward mastering the first method.
The second method for creating Truth-Seeking Orbs involves attaining Six Paths Sage Mode, which requires the chakra of all nine tailed beasts.
Through this process, the creation of Truth-Seeking Orbs occurs automatically. Even a ninja without mastery over all chakra natures can acquire them this way. However, a significant limitation of this method is that once the orbs are destroyed or lost, they cannot be recreated.
The most prominent examples of this method are Naruto Uzumaki with the Power of Yang, as well as Six Paths Madara and Six Paths Obito. In all three cases, once they lost the chakra of the tailed beasts, their ability to create Truth-Seeking Orbs vanished as well.
Naruto, in particular, serves as a cautionary example of carelessness. During his climactic battle with Sasuke at the Valley of the End, he used his Truth-Seeking Orbs recklessly, treating them more like expendable tools. By the end of the battle, he was left with only three orbs, a significant reduction from his original set.
As for the Truth-Seeking Orbs behind Hyūga Tenjin, they likely originate from the chakra supplied by his Tenseigan.
This peculiar green energy appears to contain the combined power of Yin-Yang Release and all five elemental natures. Without such an explanation, the origin of his Truth-Seeking Orbs remains a mystery.
Gazing at the silently floating orbs, Kyōsuke's expression turned serious. He repeatedly reminded himself not to let them come into contact with his body under any circumstances.
"No wonder he dares to boast about killing me," he muttered to himself. "It seems this is the source of his confidence."
The Truth-Seeking Orbs, imbued with the power of Yin-Yang Release and the five elements, possess strength that far surpasses even Kekkei Genkai and Kekkei Tōta.
The user can manipulate them freely with their will, rendering all elemental jutsu ineffective. Even Edo Tensei bodies, which are infamous for their regenerative capabilities, cannot recover from the damage inflicted by these orbs.
Their destructive potential is staggering, capable of obliterating entire forests with ease. Moreover, they can transform into a variety of weapons, offering unparalleled versatility in battle.
However, despite their immense power, they are not without limitations.
The first weakness lies in their range. The Truth-Seeking Orbs have an effective radius of approximately 70 meters. If they exceed this distance, they will either hover in place or return to the user automatically.
The second and more critical limitation is their vulnerability to natural energy (Senjutsu). Truth-Seeking Orbs are unable to withstand attacks infused with Sage Techniques, which can decisively destroy them.
In other words, despite their fearsome power, these black spheres are not invincible when faced with the right opponent.
Fortunately, as one of the few strong individuals who had mastered Sage Mode, Kyōsuke held a distinct advantage over Hyūga Tenjin.
The real challenge, however, lay in timing. Without the perfect opportunity, striking a decisive blow against such a vigilant and powerful opponent would be nearly impossible.
Gripping the Kusanagi Sword tightly, Kyōsuke felt an old, familiar restlessness stirring within him—a primal thrill born from facing a truly formidable foe.
"A life-or-death struggle..." he murmured, his voice low but resolute. "That's what real combat is all about
A faint, chilling smile tugged at the corners of his lips. In an instant, his figure blurred before multiplying into countless afterimages, surrounding Tenjin in an intricate, ever-shifting formation.
Shisui-Style Body Flicker Technique!
But this wasn't the technique of old. Under Kyōsuke's mastery, it had evolved into something far beyond its original design.
More than thirty vivid afterimages danced through the air, moving with blinding speed and disorienting precision. Even with his unparalleled vision, Hyūga Tenjin could only vaguely track Kyōsuke's movements, his Tenseigan flickering with concentrated effort.
"A remarkable speed indeed," Tenjin remarked, his voice calm yet edged with a trace of admiration.
"But unfortunately for you, flaunting such tricks in front of me is a grave mistake."
With a deliberate step forward, Tenjin lowered his center of gravity, his arms extending outward like the wings of an eagle preparing to strike. A massive Five Elements Eight Trigrams Array erupted around him, engulfing the battlefield in a luminous, oppressive glow.
Eight Trigrams One Hundred Twenty-Eight Palms!
In the blink of an eye, a storm of palm strikes flooded the air, each strike precise and imbued with immense chakra.
Was it necessary to distinguish which was Kyōsuke's true body? Not at all. Hyūga Tenjin had no interest in such trivialities. He would annihilate all of them with his Gentle Fist.
Within the domain of the Eight Trigrams Array, Tenjin's sensory abilities were heightened to an extraordinary level. Movements imperceptible to the naked eye now unfolded before him as clear and predictable trajectories.
One palm, two palms, sixteen palms, thirty-two palms…
The barrage of strikes was as swift and relentless as a storm, leaving no openings and no hope for escape.
To make matters worse, Tenjin's hands were enveloped in an ominous black substance that flowed like liquid—a manifestation of the Truth-Seeking Orb's energy. Even a single touch from these hands would spell certain death for any opponent below the level of Six Paths Sage Mode.
"Where do you think you're going?" Tenjin's voice was sharp and cold, his eyes radiating merciless intent. His piercing gaze seemed to cut through Kyōsuke's afterimages, locking onto his prey with unwavering precision.
Kyōsuke was cornered. With no Flying Thunder God mark to teleport to, escape was impossible.
"I'll kill him first," Tenjin thought, his resolve unwavering. "Then I'll deal with Uchiha Madara. A minor setback means nothing. I, Hyūga Tenjin, am destined to rule the Land of Fire."
Empowered by his chakra mode and the reinforcing effects of his Eight Trigrams domain, Tenjin accelerated with terrifying speed. His movements blurred as he closed the distance, the sharp glint of panic in Kyōsuke's eyes reflecting his inevitable fate.
With a cold smile, Tenjin thrust his palm forward, aiming directly for Kyōsuke's chest.
"It's over," Tenjin declared, his voice calm yet final.
A deafening burst of force followed, rippling outward from the strike. The sheer impact was enough to fracture the ground beneath them. Tenjin was certain that Kyōsuke's bones would shatter, his body reduced to nothing but a lifeless heap.
But just as his hand was about to land, it stopped—mere inches from Kyōsuke's chest.
No matter how much strength he poured into his arm, it wouldn't move further. It was as if an unseen force had seized him, halting the killing blow at the last possible moment.
Dōjutsu: End... Activate!
In that instant, Kyōsuke's expression shifted into one of cunning triumph, a look that resembled a seasoned con artist reveling in a perfectly executed ploy. His calm, confident smile carried a hint of glee, as though savoring the moment his prey fell into his trap.
At the critical moment, however, Tenjin responded with the precision of a seasoned warrior. A second Truth-Seeking Orb expanded into a black membrane, shielding his body, while the remaining three orbs shot toward Kyōsuke with terrifying speed, forcing him to abandon his forward strike.
"Such futile resistance," Kyōsuke said, a mocking smile playing on his lips.
His right eye flared brightly with an eerie glow, his dōjutsu exerting its absolute authority over the battlefield.
The Truth-Seeking Orbs—indestructible to most—were, in the end, lifeless objects. Against the overwhelming power of his Mangekyō Sharingan, they were no different from puppets, subject to his control.
Reversal!
Under Tenjin's astonished gaze, the four Truth-Seeking Orbs halted mid-flight before abruptly reversing their trajectory. One after another, they shot back toward their original master with deadly precision.
Tenjin's face contorted with shock as the orbs raced toward him, but he had no time to react. In the same instant, the Kusanagi Sword thrust forward, piercing cleanly through his chest.
"Impressive reflexes," Kyōsuke murmured, his voice low but laced with mock praise.
The strike, aimed at Tenjin's heart, was narrowly deflected by the Hyūga's quick reaction, sparing him from instant death. Even so, the blade struck deep, and lightning chakra surged through its length, crackling fiercely as it tore through flesh and muscle.
The truth was simple: Sage Techniques weren't the only counter to the Truth-Seeking Orbs. Advanced Mangekyō Sharingan abilities, such as Kamui or Kyōsuke's time reversal, could also neutralize the black spheres.
Without this decisive advantage, Kyōsuke would never have dared to engage Hyūga Tenjin at close range.
Coughing up blood, Tenjin staggered but refused to fall. His eyes burned with unrelenting fury as he summoned his remaining strength.
"You… dare!" Tenjin roared, his voice reverberating like thunder across the battlefield.
A sphere of brilliant green energy erupted from Tenjin's body, expanding outward like a tidal wave of destruction. The ground quaked beneath its unrelenting force, trees splintered into fragments, and the air itself seemed to ripple as the energy consumed the surrounding ten meters.
"Die!"
BOOM!
The ground shuddered violently under the impact, the deafening explosion a testament to the sheer destructive power unleashed. Smoke and debris filled the air, obscuring the battlefield momentarily.
Emerging from the chaos, Tenjin clutched the wound just below his left chest, blood staining his once-pristine robes. His Tenseigan burned with fury, veins pulsing visibly around his temples. The pain only served to fuel his anger, which now seethed like a storm within him.
"Kyōsuke…" Tenjin's voice was low and venomous, every syllable dripping with murderous intent.
He resolved to go on the offensive, determined to overwhelm his opponent with unrelenting attacks. From the brief exchange earlier, he had pieced together the essence of Kyōsuke's Mangekyō Sharingan ability. Though formidable, it wasn't without limits.
Tenjin smirked coldly, confidence surging through him. "The same trick won't work on me again."
Ultimately, Tenjin knew his strength eclipsed Kyōsuke's. He could afford missteps and failures, but his opponent couldn't afford even a single mistake. A single error would spell his end.
the battlefield was bathed in an ominous, dark-golden glow. The light pierced through the smoke and debris, radiating an overwhelming sense of power and authority.
"Consider yourself fortunate, Hyūga Tenjin."
Kyōsuke's voice cut through the air, calm yet filled with a chilling intensity.
"You are the first to witness my fully Perfect Susano'o."
As his words echoed across the battlefield, the dark-golden glow coalesced into an enormous, towering figure. It took form gradually, its sheer size dwarfing everything around it.
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