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Chapter 191: Sage Mode
Chapter 191: Sage Mode
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"Dialogue"
'Thoughts'
-Author notes-
Chapter 191: Sage Mode
"You want to learn everything," Kakashi repeated, his voice tinged with skepticism.
"I meant eventually. But I am very patient, so for now, I'm focusing on understanding the jutsu my father left me," Naruto replied.
"The Flying Thunder God," Kakashi muttered, familiar with the infamous technique. "And... any progress?"
Naruto seemed to consider his response carefully. "Not sure yet. I'm still testing the formula for creating the mark, but I think I've figured out the other part."
Kakashi's visible eye narrowed slightly. "Really?" He doubted Naruto could have had access to the full jutsu for more than a few days since returning to Konoha. Of course, the Shadow Clone training method could significantly accelerate progress, something Kakashi had only recently realized the extent of.
"I'd love to see it in action once it's complete," Kakashi offered, genuinely intrigued. The Flying Thunder God was the cornerstone of Minato's fearsome reputation, after all.
"Sure," Naruto said nonchalantly as he stepped into the center of the clearing. "Are you ready?"
Kakashi pulled up his forehead protector, revealing his Sharingan. He had a feeling he was going to need it. "Did you visit Mount Myōboku by any chance?"
"Not quite. What I'm saying is that I'm always in what you call 'Sage Mode.' I'm constantly using and blending natural energy with my own chakra," Naruto clarified.
" That's...." Kakashi wanted to say that it was ridiculous. And that there was a limit on how much he could make up.
His Sharingan was not able to see Naruto's charka as clearly as the Byakugan could, but if he was currently using natural energy, he should be able to feel something distinct about his chakra...but there was nothing, no matter how much he looked.
Naruto's chakra was still as a pond.
"I see you have doubts," Naruto felt a bit annoyed by his former Sensei's lack of faith but kept calm. He did not want to come out as rude. "I suppose I can't blame you, but fine. Since you wanted a demonstration, let's do that."
A sense of unease settled over Kakashi.
Naruto extended his right hand. "Sage Art: Exploding Flame Ball."
In an instant, a massive sphere of fire materialized in front of Naruto's palm before shooting toward Kakashi. As this one moved away, the fireball erupted mid-flight, creating a blazing torrent of flames.
"Sage Art: Vortex," Naruto called lazily.
A powerful gust of wind surged forward, combining with the flames. Moments later, a roaring fire tornado formed, tearing through the clearing.
Kakashi's visible eye widened. "I don't think the training field is going to survive this..."
A.N 1: - The reason Naruto doesn't gain any of the typical Sage marks on his face is because he's not using Sage Mode in the conventional way. Instead of temporarily boosting his power, he's permanently merging natural energy with his chakra. This feat would be impossible without Naruto's unique cultivation technique. He still gains all the benefits of Sage Mode, such as increased physical abilities and the ability to use senjutsu.-
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