Chapter 121: Hoshikaze
Some distance away, Kitsuchi, Kurotsuchi's father, caught sight of several clansmen from the Yamanaka, Nara, and Akimichi clans. He couldn't help but feel irritated.
"Look at all these Leaf ninjas," he commented. "What's their deal?"
"Relax, Kitsuchi," Akatsuchi reassured him. Akatsuchi is a loyal shinobi from the Stone Village. Well-known for his support of the third Tsuchikage, he serves as his trusted bodyguard. Notwithstanding his cheerful and laid-back personality, he's a fierce warrior, always ready to protect those in harm's way. "Not all of them are here to fight. They could just be here to support!"
Despite Akatsuchi's attempt to ease the mood, both Han and Monga marveled at the participation but remained perplexed by their respective Kage's absence.
Monga, also a member from the same village, is a formidable shinobi. He possesses a deep sense of loyalty for his comrades, and his combat abilities are also impressive, using earth style techniques as his village is well-known for.
Monga himself is physically imposing with a large build, and his dark features add to his intimidating appearance.
Just his ability alone to manipulate earth for both offensive and defensive purposes showcased his skillset over earth style techniques. And even without ninjutsu by his side, he's got a strategic way of thinking that solidifies his reputation as a shinobi.
And as for Han, the Five-Tails Jinchūriki, many were shocked by his appearance here. Forget that this is famous ninja; his steam ninjutsu is enough to make his enemies defecate.
His imposing physique is also nothing to shy from. In fact, he's even taller than Monga, easily dwarfing all of the fighters here. Much of the crowd eyed his towering height and heavy armour. His facial features, including his piercing eyes, added to his intimidating presence.
The steam armour he wore, powered by a furnace on his back, was what fueled his unique abilities and how many recognized him for his role as a Jinchūriki.
Han's combat skills were also exceptional. What many didn't know about him is that he's currently regarded as the world's fastest taijutsu user, triumphing even over the likes of Might Guy outside of the Eight Inner Gates.