Whoosh—
Senju Tobirama appeared beside Uchiha Madara's fully manifested Susanoo.
"Brother, Madara—you two get ready. Konoha will be the vanguard this time."
"I couldn't ask for more." Madara tossed his helmet aside, grinning.
Below, a girl, her face hidden beneath a helmet, watched the discarded headgear fall.
Silently, she jotted something down.
Fine: 5,000 Ryo.
"I'll leave the assembled shinobi to you."
With those parting words, Tobirama vanished in a flash, using the Flying Thunder God Technique.
On the other side, Minato followed suit—disappearing in a golden blur.
Kushina clenched her fist.
"Alright!"
"Then my mothers-in-law and daughters-in-law corps will also move out!"
Standing tall behind her was Kaguya Ōtsutsuki.
Buzz—
The next instant, Black Zetsu emerged from a swirl of Kamui space-time.
He came bearing a takeout order—charcoal-grilled frog.
"Mother, are we really letting those toads take the lead?"
"No. Just keep delivering frogs to the little snake every day," Kaguya replied flatly.
BOOM—!
Tsunade smashed open a door with one punch.
"Medical Super Power Army—ASSEMBLE!!!"
"What's going on?" Nami asked, bewildered.
Robin stepped forward, calm but alert. "Are we heading into battle?"
Kushina nodded, fist still raised. "Of course. This is the first order Naruto has given to the entire ninja world."
"The entire shinobi world will respond!"
"Where are we attacking?" Nami asked quickly.
"I'm not sure... Something about going through the Shikkotsu Forest."
Nami and Robin exchanged a glance, disbelief written all over their faces.
"This… this was what Mei Terumi mentioned..." Robin's face turned pale.
Nami bit her lip, hesitating. But when she looked around at the women gathered—each stronger than the next—her resolve faltered.
"A massive army… against the pirate world?"
Hancock's voice trembled. Her beautiful face flushed red, and soon she was breathless, her whole body shaking.
"Just like Naruto said~!"
"My concubine… My concubine… Aaah~!"
Nami and Robin hurried over to check on her.
And then—shock appeared on both their faces.
What is going on here?
Wait a second... Karin?! What's wrong with you?!
The two turned and noticed the red-haired girl trembling in the exact same state as Hancock.
"Naruto-nii~"
"Ah~!"
Nami, Robin: "..."
"Move out!" Kushina waved her hand, and the group of girls followed without hesitation.
After regaining her composure, Hancock looked over at Karin. Seeing her in the same state, she smiled gently and helped her up.
"Sister Kaguya, can you take me back first?"
"I have an island in that world. I want to make sure all the girls there are ready!"
Kaguya paused and looked at her quietly. "It's unnecessary."
"No, I want to contribute—this is my duty for Naruto~!"
Hearing this, Kaguya fell silent for a moment, then extended her fair hand.
"…Alright."
"Thank you~!"
Hancock leapt forward and hugged her.
"Kaguya-sister, you're the best~!"
Karin hadn't fully recovered. Her face was still red, and her long legs trembled slightly.
"I'll head out first. Black Zetsu, prepare all the White Zetsu."
With that, Kaguya turned and gave Kushina a nod.
"Go ahead. We'll catch up shortly."
"Hancock, take care of Karin."
"Yes~!"
Kaguya then opened the Yomi Hirasaka portal and stepped into the Shikkotsu Forest with Hancock and Karin in tow.
Nami and Robin followed the others nervously.
We're really attacking the pirate world… Who can stop these people...?
Nami clenched her fists. "You're… going to wipe them all out…"
Before she could finish, Mei Terumi turned and said softly, "Don't worry."
"I'm sure there are many people in that world you care about."
"But rest assured—we don't target civilians."
"We're going to save them."
Nami and Robin froze in place.
By now, the women led by Kushina and Tsunade had reached the highest point in Konoha.
BOOM—!!!
BOOM—!!!
BOOM—!!!
The bell rang thrice.
Everyone in the village stopped and looked up.
Those who had stayed indoors rushed out into the streets.
"Everyone listen up!"
"In one hour, ninjas assemble!"
"Lord Hokage has issued a command—we're going to the pirate world to destroy its corrupt order!"
BOOM—!!!
"What?!"
"This is Lord Hokage's command?!"
"I get it now… Just like the old days!"
"Honey, go home and wait. I'm going to help Naruto-sama rescue—huh? Why are you dressed in a shinobi outfit?"
"What? You forgot I was a kunoichi too?"
"Alright… let's go together then!"
"..."
In less than ten minutes, the shinobi of the Land of Fire had fully assembled in Konoha Square.
At that very moment, Konoha's infrastructure corps returned—led personally by Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha.
The two stood proudly atop Madara's fully manifested blue Susanoo.
Madara crossed his arms, surveying the crowd of assembled shinobi below.
"Ha—!!!"
"This stirs the blood…"
"Madara, save the excitement for later. Shut down Susanoo—we're gathering!" Hashirama said, smiling.
Only then did Madara retract his Susanoo, suppressing his restlessness. His eyes reverted to normal.
Whoosh—
The two descended to the ground.
There, Madara spotted a small girl whose face was half-covered by a helmet.
"Taking notes on me again?" he asked with a smirk.
The girl smiled shyly but didn't answer.
"It's fine. Keep track. Just send the bill to Sasuke."
"Okay~ I'll let big brother Sasuke know," the girl replied in a sweet, innocent voice.
"Bullshit! You hand it over yourself!" Sasuke snapped, unable to hold back.
But when he stormed up to Madara, he was casually held back with one hand.
Meanwhile, orders were issued to all the Great Ninja Villages.
At the same time, the entire shinobi world was now watching via live broadcast.
Konoha had already begun organizing its military forces.
"Big bro, are we going too?"
Bang—!
The Fourth Raikage sent Killer Bee flying with a punch.
"Of course we are!"
"Everyone!"
"In one hour, all combat forces of the Hidden Cloud Village will assemble and head to Konoha!"
"Kazekage-sama."
Gaara stood up, raising a hand.
"No need for further explanation."
"Mobilize the entire Sand Village. We will be the first to arrive at Konoha!"
"Yes, sir—!!!"
"As expected, the longer you live, the more history you witness," muttered Ōnoki.
"Iwagakure can't afford to fall behind."
"Kurotsuchi, we depart for Konoha in one hour."
"Yes, Grandfather!"
"Elder… The Mizukage is not present…"
"What are you panicking for?!"
"I'll lead the Hidden Mist myself!"
"Gather everyone—immediately!"
Throughout the shinobi world, battle-ready forces began to converge on Konoha from all directions.
Back in Konoha, the war drums pounded without pause.
The Hokage set down the broom in his hand.
"I've waited for this day… It's time to atone for my past sins!"
He looked toward a certain man and called out:
"Danzo! The streets and toilets are yours!"
Without turning back, the Hokage sprinted off toward the frontlines.
Danzo narrowed his eyes.
"…What a golden opportunity…"
Whoosh—!!!
Suddenly, the sky darkened.
But it wasn't nightfall—it was an aerial assault force of exploding clay birds and beasts.
At the front stood Deidara, and beside him, a newly enhanced Sasori, his puppet body fully upgraded.
Trailing behind them were Iwagakure's aerial ninja units, led by Ōnoki himself.
From the other direction, a massive sandstorm rolled in—the Sand Village's army was approaching at full speed.
Crackle—!!
Accompanied by bursts of thunder, the Hidden Cloud forces arrived in force.
BOOM—!!
The sound of waves crashing announced the arrival of the Hidden Mist—led by their remaining elder warriors.
In the skies, flying-type ninjas soared, casting shadows over the village.
From the Land of Iron, samurai warriors clad in traditional armor marched in unison toward Konoha.
All these forces arrived at once, converging upon the Leaf Village.
"Everyone!"
"Gather at this location!"
Tobirama Senju sat astride a hawk drawn in ink, his voice booming as he shouted at the shinobi below.
At the same time, the amplifiers installed on the ground lit up—ensuring every last person heard the call.
Outside the square, members of the Yamanaka Clan supported the logistics and telepathic communication.
Tobirama glanced at the black-haired boy beside him.
"Sai, how many of those flying beasts can you draw for us?"
Sai thought for a moment before replying,
"With the help of White Zetsu, I should be able to draw at least a hundred of those creatures."
Tobirama Senju nodded slightly.
Then, he returned to directing the troops assembling below.
In no time, the entire force had been reorganized.
The Konoha Shinobi Army stepped out of the square—reformed and readied for war.
Leading them were the elite units: the Five Eternities Army, the clan heads of major ninja families, and the Eight Gates Battalion personally commanded by Might Guy.
Naturally, Konoha now boasted more than just strength—it had overwhelming power.
Even shinobi from other villages, like Samui, Mabui, and Karui, were left stunned.
They had just located Kushina Uzumaki, who had returned to join the Land of Whirlpools contingent.
Soon after, the Shinobi Alliance was split into five main battalions, each positioned and awaiting further commands.
"Hmph~"
Uchiha Madara scoffed and gently lowered the little girl from his arms.
"Our turn."
"There's just no stopping you, huh?" Hashirama Senju chuckled.
"Be careful not to demolish half the battlefield. Hahaha~"
With that, Madara summoned his complete blue Susanoo once again.
In an instant, the clamor of the gathered troops quieted into awe and reverence.
Unlike the Fourth Great Ninja War, the shinobi present today weren't sizing each other up as enemies.
The tension in the air wasn't fueled by mistrust, but by shared anticipation—and perhaps a touch of lingering guilt.
Most of the noise came from apologies exchanged among old rivals and former foes.
Of course, decades of bloodshed and history couldn't be erased overnight.
But for now—they had a shared goal, a common enemy, and a mutual interest.
With overwhelming force on standby, internal strife was nearly impossible.
Whoosh—!
Tobirama appeared atop Susanoo.
"Are we giving a formal address before we march?" he asked.
Madara folded his arms. "Unnecessary."
Hashirama shook his head. "Yeah… too much of a hassle."
He turned toward Tobirama. "Wanna do it, or should I?"
Tobirama didn't hesitate. "You're the First Hokage, idiot. Your words carry more weight!"
"Ugh… As if it really makes a difference…"
"Fine, fine…" Hashirama sighed. "Everyone ready?"
"Always," Madara smirked.
Tobirama turned his sharp gaze toward the gathered Shinobi Alliance.
Their brief exchange hadn't gone unheard. The murmuring troops fell completely silent, senses heightened.
The atmosphere shifted—it was like the air itself had grown warmer.
Tobirama smirked.
"Heh… seems like I don't even need to say anything."
"Hahahaha~" Hashirama laughed.
"With today's comms, everyone already knows why they're here."
"Well, Tobirama, go ahead. I'm getting as fired up as Madara now!"
"Alright!"
Tobirama took a deep breath. His chakra surged—projected by both ink hawk and loudspeaker jutsu.
"Let's keep it short."
"Ninja Alliance—listen up!"
The shinobi below all snapped to attention.
"The Seventh Hokage has issued his command…"
"ALL UNITS—ASSEMBLE!"
"WE'RE BLITZING THE PIRATE WORLD!!!"
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