The Hokages' views were quite similar.
Since this was Naruto's first time receiving a reward, it would be better for him to obtain some abilities that could produce immediate results.
Most of the Hokages present had already acquired something like the Marine Six Styles. They knew it was quite effective in boosting their combat power—a highly practical ability.
This was a relatively stable choice. One could say that selecting this would almost never go wrong.
The other option, Observation Haki, was very similar. It would also provide a stable enhancement for Naruto.
Among the three choices, these two were the best options.
Naruto himself was open to following good advice. After listening to everyone's suggestions, he made his choice without hesitation based on their recommendations.
[Selection successful!]
[Congratulations on obtaining: Observation Haki, Marine Six Styles!]
[Rewards will be distributed uniformly after the meeting concludes!]
With Naruto's selection complete, everyone's gaze fell upon Madara Uchiha.
As the third-place winner, his reward wouldn't be too shabby either.
[Third Place: Madara Uchiha's World]
[Optional Reward: Choose One of Two]
[Reward One: Armament Haki]
[Reward Two: One Random Devil Fruit]
After seeing these two options, Madara Uchiha pondered briefly before choosing Armament Haki.
Among the many Hokages, his strength was considered the greatest and most well-rounded. Last time, he had already drawn a Zanpakutō and obtained the incredibly powerful Ryujin Jakka. In terms of attack power and the like, he hardly needed any further improvement.
This time, Armament Haki perfectly aligned with his current streamlined approach. It would provide sufficient enhancement in both attack and defense, especially in the latter.
A major characteristic of ninjas was their exceptionally high attack power, particularly top-tier ninjas like Madara Uchiha. Even casually unleashing a Ninjutsu could produce tremendous force.
Their weaknesses were also extremely obvious.
Their defense was too low.
Even Madara Uchiha himself.
Could be harmed by ordinary blades.
Of course, he could use his Susanoo for defense.
But this skill was typically used during major battles.
Creating a massive Susanoo that could defend against attacks from all directions.
In comparison, the Chakra consumed was somewhat wasteful.
On the other hand, Armament Haki.
Could be used anytime, anywhere in daily life.
Its convenience and portability were excellent.
Moreover, it could be combined with Madara Uchiha's Susanoo.
This was quite good for Madara Uchiha!
As for the Devil Fruit.
Since it was a random Devil Fruit.
Madara Uchiha himself wasn't very interested.
If it randomly turned out to be a powerful one, that would be fine.
But if it turned out to be a weak one.
For him, it might even become a burden.
Better not to have it.
[Selection successful!]
[Congratulations on obtaining: Armament Haki]
[Rewards will be distributed uniformly after the meeting!]
After the top three had chosen their rewards.
The Light Screen directly announced the guaranteed rewards for everyone else.
[According to ranking]
[Fourth place: Path of the Ninja Tsunade World]
[Fifth place: First Hokage Hashirama Senju World]
[Sixth place: Second Hokage Tobirama Senju World]
[Seventh place: Fifth Hokage Tsunade World]
[Eighth place: Fantasy World Fifth Hokage Obito World]
[Ninth place: Sixth Hokage Kakashi Hatake World]
[Tenth place: Fourth Hokage Namikaze Minato World]
[Eleventh place: Original 5.5 Hokage Uchiha Sasuke World]
[Twelfth place: Original Third Hokage Kakashi World]
[All the above worlds receive the guaranteed reward: Senzu Bean (Can rapidly heal injuries)]
Regarding this guaranteed reward.
Everyone felt it was acceptable.
After all, they weren't in the top three.
Their rewards were indeed inferior.
However, the Senzu Bean reward wasn't bad at all.
A good item that could heal injuries.
No matter which world, it could be considered scarce.
Only the two Tsunades wouldn't care much about such things.
After all, they themselves were very strong medical ninjas.
As for the others, they all received a guaranteed good item.
With all the rewards announced.
The Hokages planned to leave as usual after chatting.
Unexpectedly, Sasuke suddenly spoke up.
"Hey, Naruto!"
"I don't believe your strength is greater than mine.
"Let's fight!"
Sasuke said fiercely.
He was very dissatisfied this time.
After all, in every world, his and Naruto's strength had always been similar.
And originally...0
He had always been a bit stronger than Naruto.
Naruto was famously the dead-last when they were kids.
But now.
As soon as Naruto joined.
He directly took second place.
And what about Sasuke himself?
Only second to last!
The gap between the two.
Was simply beyond his reach.
Sasuke immediately felt unbalanced.
He wanted to test.
How much difference there really was between his and Naruto's strength!
He just couldn't believe it.
Hearing this, Naruto's eyes revealed fighting spirit.
"Alright! Where should we fight?"
Upon hearing the challenge between the two, the Hokages immediately grew excited.
"The Dueling Arena! The Chat Group has its own dedicated Dueling Arena!"
Everyone pulled the two of them, urging them to enter the Dueling Arena. Instantly, the entire Chat Group space transformed.
The Hokages were already seated in the spectator stands on either side of the arena, while Naruto and Sasuke stood at opposite ends.
"It's about to start! Don't forget to place your bets!" Tsunade shouted excitedly.
The Hokages looked up and saw that both Tsunades had already rushed off eagerly to place their bets.
At this moment, everyone had a substantial amount of points, especially after completing a Multiverse Mission. Each person had at least 100,000 points to spend freely. Having had no chance to use them before, both Tsunades were practically bursting with anticipation. Now, they finally had the opportunity to place bets, and their speed was even more exaggerated than Lightning God Teleportation.
As they prepared to start betting, the Light Screen in the Dueling Arena displayed the odds for the two combatants:
Seventh Hokage Naruto Odds: 1 to 1
Sasuke Odds: 1 to 3
Seeing these odds, everyone understood the situation. According to the Chat Group's calculations, Naruto was clearly stronger than Sasuke—and by a significant margin.
At that moment, Tsunade directly invested 10,000 points!
"Damn! Betting on Sasuke right away? Are you that confident?"
"Tsunade! Why are you in such a hurry again?"
"That's 10,000 points! This isn't a joke!"
Watching Tsunade invest 10,000 points in an instant, everyone present was speechless. Why did this situation feel so familiar? They remembered the last time Tsunade had lost all her points in exactly the same way!