Chapter 80 – Shadows of War: Rise of a New Era

Three years passed in the blink of an eye. At only ten years old, Uchiha Gin had already reached the level of the strongest Kage—an extraordinary feat. His chakra reserves were immense, his physical strength refined through tireless cultivation, and his influence spanned two worlds.

Through relentless ideological and technical training, Gin steered the younger generation of the Uchiha clan with precision and vision. Over a hundred ninja clans had already pledged loyalty, with their favorability exceeding 80 points. Some of the most talented were dispatched to the Pirate World for experience in true combat.

His influence in the Pirate World deepened. Gin successfully formed contracts with many key figures: Uchiha, Nami, Perona, Zoro, Ace, Sabo, Nojiko, Bell-mère, Kaya, Usopp, Rosinante, Gan Fall, and others. Under his guidance, early contractors had already achieved significant power, while newer recruits brimmed with promise.

[Character Status]Name: Uchiha GinTalent: Gate of Space-Time | Divine Effort RewardLifespan: 612 years, 4 months, 21 daysSource of Life: 67.2Power: Peak Kage-level (Dual cultivation of body and spirit)Chakra Count: 567Chakra Nature: Water, Wind, Lightning, Fire, Earth, Yin, YangGenome: Uchiha Bloodline – Three Tomoe Sharingan

Techniques Mastered:

Cleansing Original Chakra: 953,411 / 1,000,000 → Perfection

Traditional Medicine: 221,300 / 3,000,000 → Perfection

Longevity Secretion: 384,536 / 1,000,000

Sharingan Meditation: 1,000,000,000,000,000 → Perfection

Advanced Physical Skills: 53,346 / 1,000,000

Chakra Control: Near perfection

Flying Thunder God Technique: 954,545 / 1,000,000 → Perfection

Rokushiki (Six Powers): Fully Mastered

Semei Kikan (Life Return): Mastered

Conqueror's Haki: Awakened with Advanced Control

Armament Haki: Mastered

Observation Haki: In progress

Despite his broad repertoire, Gin prioritized core development, focusing on mastering essentials and pushing past traditional limits. Physical mastery led to advanced bodily strengthening. Basic swordplay evolved into sword intent. Chakra control and hand seals reached superhuman fluency. But Gin realized: true transcendence required not just talent, but the right opportunities.

With Gin's rise, the Uchiha, Senju, and Uzumaki clans experienced a renaissance. Their unity and strength disturbed the Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, and his faction. Repeated sabotage attempts failed, as the three great clans grew independent and tightly allied. Even secret ANBU operations had been neutralized over time.

The World Heats Up

Far to the west, the Land of Rain had grown restless.

In the Hidden Rain Village, Hanzo the Salamander, once revered as a demigod, now sought to elevate Amegakure as the sixth great ninja village. Armed with ambition, Hanzo moved toward the borders of Fire Country—bold and provocative.

Hokage's Office, Konoha

"Hiruzen, now's our chance!" said Danzo, eyes gleaming. "Hanzo attacked Fire Country territory. Even the Daimyo wants retaliation. Declare war on Ame—now!"

Puff... puff... The Third exhaled from his pipe, voice heavy with suspicion. "Don't think I don't know this is your doing. Hanzo's ambitions lie with Stone and Sand. Not Fire."

Danzo's face twisted. "So what? You think it wouldn't have happened anyway? You know what happens when Amegakure gains power—it's only a matter of time before they come for Fire. I just... accelerated the inevitable."

"Besides," Danzo continued, "Iwa and Suna are involved too. Their jinchūriki are finally stable. They're itching for expansion. The Land of Fire is ripe. Better we strike first."

Though Hiruzen feigned hesitation, his eyes betrayed his anticipation. The war he'd waited for was finally here. In peacetime, the clans were untouchable—but war changed everything.

"We declare war on Amegakure," the Hokage said coldly. "Call the Jonin Council. We march to Rain Country."

"I'll lead them," Danzo grinned. "This time, I'll even let the other clans join. Let them bleed themselves dry on the battlefield."

Homura and Koharu, old advisors of the Hokage, voiced concern.

"If you push too far, Hikari and Lady Mito will retaliate. We've seen what they can do."

"I've prepared everything," Danzo barked. "Have some faith. Do you really think we could hold this village together without me?"

Their silence was answer enough.

"Then summon the Jonin," Hiruzen commanded.

Moments later, an ANBU captain sped off, carrying the orders. Representatives from every major clan would be summoned for a declaration of war.

Meanwhile, the three powerful clans had already begun their own quiet preparations.

In the background, Gin, Hikari, Mito, and their allies knew this storm was only the beginning. The next decade would change the fate of both worlds.

The countdown to world war had begun.