Hidden Shadow Serpent Limbs

The team led by the two of them had just suffered heavy losses when they were attacked by a large number of Iwagakure ninja led by Elder Chiyo of Sunagakure.

"Now is not the time to dwell on these things."

Orochimaru stood with his arms crossed, looking at the map hanging on the wall, and he also had some minor injuries.

It was through his timely observation of the enemy's personnel movements that he deduced that Mitokado Homura and others had been attacked, and he led his men to provide timely support, which led to their rescue.

"The past is meaningless. The fact that Chiyo and the others are here means that this area has been occupied by them. Our position is wide open. Unfortunately, Elder Yan's subordinates have suffered heavy losses. Sunagakure and Amegakure could cross here at any time and advance straight in, threatening this area and the multiple supply depots in the rear. If we cannot stop them, it will be more than just getting bogged down in a quagmire."

Orochimaru pointed his pale, slender fingers at the map, his voice hoarse.

"In that case, without sufficient logistical support, so many of us will be unable to continue in the Land of Rain, and we will probably have no choice but to withdraw to the border to defend it."

Jiraiya said sullenly.

"This absolutely must not happen!"

Mitokado Yan shouted loudly, which aggravated his injuries.

Tsunade rolled her eyes at him, then slapped Mitokado Homura with her palm, activating her Healing Palm Technique to repair the reopened wound.

"Isn't that all the trouble you caused?"

Mitokado Yan was silent for a while after being talked to by the three of them.

Before they arrived, the more than two thousand ninjas that Konoha had deployed in the Land of Rain were able to rely on the border defense to prevent the war from spreading to their homeland. But after they arrived, they could only do that. Doesn't that mean he was incompetent in command?

The direct cause was his own poor strategic deployment, which led to his defeat against Chiyo in a direct battle, resulting in heavy losses of his subordinates and leaving his own position wide open.

In this situation, Mitokado Yan couldn't shift the blame to anyone else.

He must make amends for his mistakes!

Even if it comes at a price.

After thinking for a long time, Mitomon Homura finally spoke:

"Each team should allocate some manpower. If the framework has been expanded too much and there are still not enough manpower, then the strategic support forces guarding the second line should be dispatched to assist."

Are you sure?

Orochimaru's eyes narrowed for a moment, then quickly returned to normal.

It's inevitable that we'll all go through this eventually, and then it will gradually become the norm.

Although he had been so busy these past two months that he hadn't seen his two disciples, Orochimaru still had some confidence in them.

With the example of Nawaki already set before him, and Orochimaru having taught everything he could and done everything else he could, if something unexpected still happens, then it can only be said that it is fate.

They can't stay in the back forever, otherwise there would be no need for them to become ninjas.

"Yes, I know that there are many ninja clan members with impressive backgrounds in the second-tier teams who come here to gain experience. Not only is Monkey's son there, but even my own nephews are there."

But they will ultimately have to experience the true baptism of war. I think you all understand that. That's how Danzo and I came to be, and it was the same for you. The new generation will also need to experience the baptism of war before they can support Konoha's future after us.

Mitokado Yan nodded slowly.

As soon as the order was issued, the entire team belonging to Uchiha Gen immediately assembled the next morning and set off from their original second-line position to the front line.

Here, they finally met their long-lost teacher, Orochimaru.

"Orochimaru-sensei, it's been a long time."

Wearing a green Konoha ninja vest, Uchiha Gen looked at Orochimaru, who had appeared before him, and said.

Compared to Orochimaru's usual casual clothes, he was now wearing an iron-colored metal armor with a robe over it, and he looked more menacing than he had two months ago.

The ferocity brought by war made him more like the cold and dangerous Orochimaru he remembered.

However, after seeing his three disciples, Orochimaru's fierce glint subsided somewhat.

"I have to go on another mission soon, so I won't chat with you any longer."

A thick, brown python emerged from beneath Orochimaru's robes, opening its mouth to spit out a scroll.

"This technique is not difficult. With your abilities, you should be able to learn it quickly. As long as you leave the mark of the technique in the prepared position in advance, you only need three seals to cast it. If you are skilled enough, it can be cast almost instantly. In critical moments when you don't have time to form seals to cast other ninjutsu, this can help you save your life. It would be best if you could form seals with one hand to cast it, so that you can continue to train the subsequent advanced ninjutsu."

Gen Uchiha took the scroll and unrolled it.

This is a C-rank ninjutsu called Hidden Shadow Serpent Body. By mixing blood with other materials beforehand and tattooing a semi-permanent summoning seal on the arm, the hand seals for the summoning jutsu can be simplified. Only three seals are needed to summon several large serpents to fight for you.

When used for direct assault, this technique is only of average strength, but it excels in its extremely fast activation speed and stealth, making it quite effective for surprise attacks or for buying time in dangerous situations.

Once you've mastered the hand seals with one hand, you can practice the advanced version, Shadow Serpent Hand, which is at level B difficulty.

It has a shorter activation time, making it more unexpected, and can mobilize chakra to summon more and stronger snakes in a short period of time, making it more powerful.

"In addition, I have transferred you to the defense zone under Zixiao's command. It is full of our people. If you encounter a situation that you cannot handle, just send a signal, and reinforcements will definitely arrive within five minutes."

Orochimaru briefly explained a few more words to the group before hurriedly leaving.

He's very busy right now, practically the busiest Konoha ninja on the battlefield of the Land of Rain.

Mitomon Homura and Koto Momo, a powerhouse close to Kage level and an elite Jonin, were severely injured. Although their lives were not in danger thanks to Tsunade, a medical genius, and they would recover to full strength sooner or later, their bodies still needed rest and they could not exert their full strength.

The burden can only be borne by Orochimaru, Jiraiya, and Tsunade.

They were practically doing the work of one and a half people, and Orochimaru was undoubtedly the most exhausted.

The Hiruzen Squad was formed when they were six years old. Others may not know Orochimaru's intelligence and resourcefulness, but Tsunade and Jiraiya know it all too well. In addition, his previous deeds have already proven Orochimaru's unique overall vision and strategic foresight. At this time, he has almost become Mitokado Homura's deputy, and with the latter injured, he has taken command of most of the Konoha ninja in the Land of Rain.