Naruto: About the Fact That my Brother is Madara

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The introduction of the points system marked a dramatic shift in Konoha. A once peaceful and harmonious environment gave way to fierce competition.

If you wanted to learn a new jutsu, that was no problem. As long as you had enough points, you could exchange them for whatever you wanted.

Whether it was a basic technique or a powerful ability once considered unreachable, like Chidori, the Shadow Clone Jutsu, or even the Flying Thunder God Technique, everything was now accessible through the points system.

Naturally, this system bred competition among students.

For instance, in the monthly minor exams and quarterly major exams, the top-ranking student would receive 100 points, the second place 90 points, the third 80 points, and so on.

The gap in points between each rank was substantial.

Success meant ample rewards, but failure brought harsh consequences. And since these were all young people — driven, ambitious, and unwilling to remain beneath others — no one wanted to fall behind.

In this system, there were no shortcuts or special privileges. Even if you were the Hokage's child, you had to carve your own path through skill, dedication, and hard work.

The influence of this system didn't stop at students — it swept through the entire shinobi community. Veterans and newcomers alike were drawn into the relentless pursuit of points, pushing themselves harder than ever before.

Once Kyōsuke assumed the mantle of Hokage, he wasted no time in reforming the shinobi structure.

Upon graduating from the academy, students would receive the rank of Genin and be awarded a forehead protector — a symbol of their allegiance to Konoha.

From there, Genin who accumulated enough mission experience could apply for the Chunin Exams. Those who passed would be promoted to Chunin, gaining access to higher-risk assignments and increased responsibilities.

To attain the coveted Jonin rank, however, required more than just mission completions. Prospective Jonin had to meet strict performance standards and undergo a specialized review by Konoha's higher-ups. Only those deemed worthy were granted the title.

Becoming a Jonin opened new doors — access to high-stakes missions and the opportunity to mentor Genin teams as instructors. Yet for those who sought greater influence and recognition, Kyōsuke introduced a new rank — Elite Jonin.

To achieve this prestigious title, a shinobi required not only exceptional skill but also a trusted endorsement from a high-ranking figure. Achieving this status meant becoming a core member of Konoha — a figure with both immense power and unwavering loyalty.

In the past, Elite Jonin was widely regarded as the highest achievable title for shinobi. However, Kyōsuke refused to stop there.

Thus, he established an even higher tier — Kage-Level.

What defined a Kage-Level ninja?

It was simple — anyone capable of effortlessly defeating multiple Jonin in battle earned the title.

Kage-Level individuals were entrusted with commanding battalions, managing crucial aspects of village administration, and qualifying as candidates for future Hokage elections.

The shinobi world widely accepted this new rank, and for many, reaching Kage-Level became the ultimate aspiration.

But the existence of such powerful figures naturally raised one lingering question:

If the legendary 'God of Shinobi,' Kyōsuke, had founded this system... where did he himself stand?

To answer that, Kyosuke introduced one final designation: Super Kage-Level.

A Super Kage was a being who transcended the limits of ordinary shinobi, someone capable of crushing multiple Kage-Level opponents with ease, their strength existing in a realm all its own.

The First Hokage was the greatest Super Kage, a being who had reached the realm of gods.

To reinforce confidence in Konoha's might and to deter potential threats, Kyosuke publicly announced the identities of Konoha's four recognized Super Kage-Level Shinobi:

First, as Hokage, Kyōsuke himself was naturally the strongest.

Second, the Uchiha Clan's patriarch, Uchiha Madara, held the title of Super Kage.

Third, the Senju Clan's patriarch, Senju Hashirama, was the third Super Kage.

Lastly, the Hyuga Clan's leader, Hyuga Yayoi, was recognized as the fourth Super Kage.

These four stood as the unshakable pillars of Konoha — guardians powerful enough to deter even the combined forces of the Four Great Nations.

Yet Konoha's strength didn't end with them.

Shinobi like the calculating strategist Senju Tobirama, Sanfang — a master of the Eight Inner Gates Formation — the increasingly formidable Uchiha Kochou, and the newly awakened Mangekyo wielder Uchiha Izuna stood as rising titans in their own right. Each of them, if pressed, could rival a Super Kage in brief yet devastating bursts of power.

With such might at their disposal, Konoha stood firm, more than capable of resisting — and defeating — the combined armies of the Four Great Nations.

For now, the priority lay in nurturing Konoha's rising generation — preparing for the inevitable unification of the shinobi world.

Kyōsuke had even approached the Fire Daimyo, urging him to cultivate as many capable administrators as possible.

"When we crush the Hidden Villages of the other Great Nations," Kyōsuke had advised, "we'll need competent people to govern their citizens."

The Daimyo had been thrilled by the idea, eagerly supporting Kyōsuke's vision and hoping that day would come sooner rather than later.

Before long, news of Konoha's reforms spread across the shinobi world.

Many villages rushed to adopt similar systems in a desperate bid to match Konoha's rising influence.

Yet what truly sent ripples of unease through the world was the revelation of Konoha's Four Super Kage — figures whispered to be invincible.

Despite the widespread awe, there were still those who refused to believe in these so-called invincible figures.

Among the skeptics stood one man — the formidable Raikage of the Hidden Cloud, A.

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Hidden Cloud Village

"Hmph! Super Kage? What utter nonsense!"

The man speaking was a young shinobi with a face thickly covered in stubble — none other than A's trusted right-hand man and the future Second Raikage.

"Super Kage…" the Raikage muttered quietly, his thoughts clouded with uncertainty.

"Raikage-sama!" The younger man slammed his hand on the table, his eyes gleaming with ambition. "The Land of Fire is rich and abundant with resources — why don't we seize it while we can?"

From top to bottom, none in the Hidden Cloud believed in the so-called 'Super Kage.'

All of them had endured the Warring States Period — they knew well that survival belonged to the strong. Titles meant nothing without strength to back them up.

Even if Konoha's claims were true, they reasoned, Kyōsuke — the so-called 'God of Shinobi' — was likely the only one worthy of the 'Super Kage' title.

And when it came to power, there were those in the Cloud who believed that their own First Raikage was no less formidable.

With his fearsome Lightning Release Armor, the First Raikage had once brought the Two-Tails to its knees — a display of strength that few could rival.

Such power — was that not enough to qualify as Super Kage-Level?

Besides, Hidden Stone's leader, Ishikawa, had nearly completed his unification of the Land of Earth. If they waited any longer, the Cloud would be forced to divert resources just to guard against future threats from Hidden Stone.

Furthermore, tensions were rising within the Hidden Cloud itself — tensions that could only be eased through the fires of war.

Slowly removing the Lightning Hat from his head, the First Raikage leaned back in his chair. His voice was calm, yet there was an undeniable chill beneath his words.

"I recall hearing that brat from the Senju Clan — Tobirama, wasn't it? — has been sending people to raid our lands and capture our shinobi."

"Yes," his trusted aide confirmed firmly. "We've already captured several Senju clan members. Word has it that he's researching some kind of new secret technique."

"Then send a letter of condemnation," the Raikage ordered, his tone carrying a quiet menace. "Demand that Konoha hand over Senju Tobirama within a week — if they refuse…"

His gaze turned sharp.

"The Hidden Cloud's army will march on the Land of Fire."

"Understood!"

Once his subordinate had left, the Raikage turned his gaze toward the towering cliffs and sprawling valleys beyond.

"Don't blame me…" he murmured quietly, voice laced with cold resolve. "It's your own fault for occupying such fertile lands."

With the Raikage's command, the entire Hidden Cloud Village roared into action.

The various ninja clans rallied their forces, some sending warriors, others contributing supplies and resources. In no time at all, their army swelled to an overwhelming seven thousand men.

And even then... this force was merely one-third of the Hidden Cloud's total military strength.

Such a terrifying number was enough to obliterate any force in the ninja world — even the mighty Senju and Uchiha clans would struggle to withstand such an overwhelming assault.

This was the true war potential of a great nation's Hidden Village.

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Konoha — The Senju Clan Compound

SMACK!

The sharp sound of a palm striking flesh echoed through the room.

Hashirama's hand lingered in the air, trembling slightly. For the first time in his life, he had struck his younger brother.

"You... look at what you've done!" Hashirama bellowed, his voice shaking with rage.

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