NARUTO: Ninja World Scientific Revolution

Boom!

A puff of smoke erupted, signaling the use of the Summoning Jutsu. When the smoke cleared, a massive, horned purple-ringed snake appeared in Sunagakure.

This colossal serpent was none other than Manda, Orochimaru's most frequently summoned beast.

Where Manda was, Orochimaru himself was never far behind.

Many Sunagakure ninja recognized Manda instantly. During the Second Shinobi World War, on the battlefields of the Land of Rain, Manda had claimed the lives of countless Sunagakure ninja.

"It's the summoned beast of Orochimaru from Konoha! The Sannin have arrived!"

Being given the title of "Sannin" by Hanzo the Salamander was a mark of honor, and the mere mention of the Three Legendary Ninjas of Konoha carried almost as much weight as the name of the White Fang.

After Manda appeared, its enormous snake eyes scanned its surroundings before glaring at Orochimaru, who stood atop its head. With a sinister tone, Manda hissed, "Orochimaru, if you want me to fight, you'll owe me a hundred sacrifices afterward."

"Haha, the sacrifices are already prepared. They're right there—those Sunagakure ninja. Go and feast!" Orochimaru rasped. Normally, Orochimaru would appease Manda with living sacrifices, but on the battlefield, he had to be more forceful, directing Manda to devour enemy shinobi.

"Hmph, Orochimaru, you—"

"Wind Release: Wind Cutter Jutsu!"

Before Manda could finish its sentence, a lurking Sunagakure ninja rushed forward, unleashing a Wind Release technique that tore into the giant serpent's body, leaving a gash.

Though the wound was insignificant compared to Manda's massive frame, being injured by a mere "insect" enraged the beast.

"Damn worm, I'll eat you alive!"

Manda opened its enormous maw and lunged at the shinobi with astonishing speed. The ninja had no chance to escape and was snapped up in a single bite. Manda then lifted its head and swallowed the unfortunate victim whole.

Fueled by its bloodlust, Manda began hunting other Sunagakure ninja, but Orochimaru, perched on its head, restrained its rampage. Without control, the berserk serpent might attack Konoha shinobi as well.

The commotion at Sunagakure, accompanied by signal flares, quickly alerted most of the village's defenders to the enemy's assault.

However, Orochimaru's forces came prepared, catching the Sunagakure ninja off-guard. Disorganized and without immediate leadership, scattered Sunagakure squads clashed with Konoha's main forces and were quickly overpowered by coordinated combination jutsu.

"Elder Chiyo, the attackers are led by Orochimaru of Konoha. There are at least several hundred of them, launching assaults from the eastern side of Sunagakure and four other directions. According to sensory ninja, their estimated strength is around 400 shinobi."

"Additionally, Orochimaru has summoned numerous giant snakes wreaking havoc in Sunagakure."

Chiyo's drooping eyelids twitched slightly as she issued commands. "Shin, lead four combat units and drive the Konoha shinobi back from the other directions. Suna, stay here and organize reinforcements for the wounded. I will deal with Orochimaru myself."

Stopping Orochimaru required Chiyo's direct intervention. Facing one of Konoha's Sannin would mean certain death for most others.

During the Second Shinobi World War, Orochimaru had already proven himself, not only with his formidable strength but also with his tactical prowess.

Once assignments were made, Chiyo set off with her guards, heading straight toward Manda in the heart of the chaos.

It didn't take long for Chiyo to reach the massive snake, which was currently chasing down a Sunagakure ninja. Her expression darkened. Retrieving a scroll from her belongings, she summoned her most powerful puppets.

The Ten Puppet Collection of Chikamatsu!

Ten intricately designed puppets emerged from the scroll. They were masterpieces created by the puppet master himself, with mechanisms and strategies enhanced by Chiyo's own ingenuity. They were her trump card.

With a flick of her fingers, chakra strings connected to all ten puppets.

"Puppet Technique: Three Treasures Suction Crush!"

Just as Manda was about to devour its prey, three of Chiyo's puppets formed a triangular formation, unleashing a powerful suction force. The sudden pull wrenched Manda's head aside, smashing it into the ground with a thunderous crash.

The Sunagakure ninja seized the opportunity to escape, retreating to Chiyo's side.

"Oh? It's Elder Chiyo. To see someone of your advanced age still stepping onto the battlefield—hahaha, has Sunagakure run out of young shinobi?" Orochimaru chuckled hoarsely, his tone dripping with mockery.

Unfazed, Chiyo replied calmly, "It's our duty as elders to pave the way for the next generation. Besides, after the war in the Land of Rain, I've been curious to see how much the so-called Sannin have improved."

"Then, Elder Chiyo, do take a good look."

Before Orochimaru could finish speaking, Manda freed its massive head from the ground and charged toward Chiyo in a fury.

Manda despised anyone who interfered with its hunt.

"I'll devour you first!"

Its gaping jaws sped toward Chiyo with terrifying speed.

"Hmph!"

With another deft motion of her fingers, four puppets surrounded Manda midair, their sharp blades glinting menacingly. Even with its tough hide, Manda wouldn't escape unscathed if the puppets got close.

"Earth Release: Earth Dragon Bullet!"

Orochimaru intervened with a jutsu from the sidelines, aiming to protect Manda. As a valuable asset, Manda couldn't afford to be seriously injured.

However, the Earth Release attack was absorbed by the suction force of Chiyo's Three Treasures Suction Crush, which redirected the compressed energy back toward Orochimaru.

Boom!

The rocks and shockwave hit Orochimaru head-on, but the figure crumbled into dirt—it was only a mud clone.

"Earth Clone," Chiyo murmured, narrowing her eyes and glancing in another direction.

The real Orochimaru had already relocated, using Hidden Shadow Snake Hands to bind Chiyo's puppets and disrupt their assault.

'As expected of the Sannin. None of them are easy opponents.'

Chiyo reflected inwardly, recalling Tsunade, who had effortlessly countered her meticulously crafted poisons. Orochimaru, meanwhile, displayed unparalleled mastery in ninjutsu.

Dodging Manda's attack with a nimble leap, Chiyo skillfully maneuvered her remaining puppets to free the entangled ones.

Though their skirmish had only lasted a short time, both sides recognized each other's skill and experience.

But Orochimaru showed no urgency, opting instead to use low-chakra-cost harassing jutsu to assist Manda in its attacks.

He wasn't aiming to defeat Chiyo outright, but he ensured she couldn't leave the battlefield either.

After some time, Chiyo finally realized Orochimaru's true intent.

"Orochimaru, you're stalling me?"

Her sharp words elicited a raspy laugh. "Hehehe, as expected of the seasoned Elder Chiyo. You've seen through my plan. But isn't it a bit too late?"

"You—"

Though Chiyo's expression remained stoic, a trace of urgency crept into her heart.

The military supplies!

Orochimaru was undoubtedly targeting Sunagakure's stockpiles, which explained his efforts to keep her occupied.

As if to confirm her fears, a series of deafening explosions erupted in the southeastern part of Sunagakure.

(End of Chapter)