Chapter 193: Re-emerge of the Rinnegan
Even though the Five Great Ninja Villages opposed and rejected the orders, the Daimyos, who never saw ninjas as anything more than tools, didn't care about their "tools'" opinions.
If a Kage was disobedient, they would simply be dismissed.
Unfortunately, this tactic proved effective.
But once a few key people took a stand, others became hesitant to get involved in this mess.
In Konoha, after Kakashi was removed from his position, the Inuzuka, Sarutobi, and Aburame clans all refused to step up and take over leadership.
Powerful ninjas like Might Guy and Jiraiya virtually vanished.
In the end, they had no choice but to elevate Ibiki Morino.
A similar situation unfolded in the Land of Earth.
The Daimyo dismissed Onoki and tried to replace him with Kitsuchi, but Kitsuchi refused. Then they turned to Kurotsuchi, who also refused.