Naruto: Multiverse Character Templates

One week later.

In the conference room of the Kazekage Building in Suna.

Pakura pushed open the door and walked in.

She was the last to arrive.

Chiyo, Ebizō, Rasa, Retsu, and the other higher-ups had already arrived and were sitting in their seats.

Pakura swept her gaze around and found that they were in two different states.

Rasa, Retsu, and the others were uncertain and alarmed, while Chiyo and Ebizō were silent.

Pakura did not need to guess to know what this was about.

One week was enough time for the Third Kazekage to return from the metropolis of the Land of Wind, but he had not returned.

After Chiyo and Ebizō noticed the abnormality, they must have already investigated his whereabouts and learned the truth.

Of course, that truth referred to the Third Kazekage's disappearance.

Natsuki had cleaned up the battlefield. Under normal circumstances, they would not discover the Third Kazekage's death.

But his disappearance was already enough.

Rasa, Retsu, and the others were not too clear on what had happened.

But from Chiyo and Ebizō's expressions, they could infer that something major had happened.

After Pakura returned to the village, she was not suspected.

Because neither Chiyo nor Ebizō believed that she had the strength to kill the Third Kazekage.

Moreover, the Third Kazekage had also brought four ANBU jonin with him.

"Since everyone is here, let us begin today's meeting."

Chiyo took a deep breath and said, "According to our investigation, we can confirm one thing. Kazekage-sama has lost contact with us."

The conference room fell silent.

Everyone looked at each other, all showing expressions that seemed to say, "Did I hear that wrong?"

"Chiyo-sama."

Rasa stood and asked, "What do you mean by lost contact?"

"It means Kazekage-sama has disappeared. He did not go to the metropolis of the Land of Wind. He vanished halfway there."

Chiyo slowly said, "An ANBU squad disappeared along with him."

"That is impossible!"

Rasa denied it instinctively.

"With Kazekage-sama's strength, how could he disappear?"

Retsu asked with disbelief on his face.

"That is Kazekage-sama, who is praised as the strongest Kazekage!"

Maki said in a deep voice, "Even if he encountered a Kage from another shinobi village, it would be impossible for him to fail to escape!"

"Could there be some mistake?"

Pakura asked with a frown.

"I also hope it is a mistake, but the facts are right in front of us."

Chiyo clenched her fists and said, "ANBU has already searched for three days, but they have found no clues at all."

When everyone heard this, they all fell silent and became lost.

On one hand, they were shocked by the Third Kazekage's disappearance.

On the other hand, they were lost because they had no idea who had killed him.

The appearance of such a powerful person was undoubtedly a disaster for Suna.

"Keep searching!"

Pakura said firmly, "I do not believe Kazekage-sama has disappeared!"

"That is right!"

Maki echoed, "Kazekage-sama must have encountered an urgent mission and had no time to notify us!"

"But we need to make thorough preparations, especially now that all the major shinobi villages are preparing for war."

Ebizō reminded them, "Once the other shinobi villages learn of this news, the consequences will be unimaginable."

Everyone's hearts sank, and they felt that something was wrong.

What Ebizō said was true.

With the war between Kumo and Kiri, the entire shinobi world was now a powder keg.

It only needed a spark to explode.

And the Third Kazekage's disappearance was not just a spark to the other shinobi villages. It was an obvious fuse.

"Ebizō is right. We must prepare for both possibilities."

Chiyo said solemnly, "First, continue searching for Kazekage-sama. Second, secretly select the Fourth Kazekage."

As soon as these words were spoken, a trace of heat flashed in the eyes of Rasa and Retsu.

Without a doubt, they were the shinobi closest to becoming the Fourth Kazekage.

The others also realized that Suna was about to undergo a major change.

Whether it would be good or bad, no one could predict.

"What do you mean by secretly selecting the Fourth Kazekage?"

Maki could not help asking.

"Cancel the public vote by the villagers."

Chiyo answered, "Use a jonin vote to select the Fourth Kazekage."

Maki instinctively glanced at Rasa.

The public vote by the villagers was originally just a formality.

The same was true for the Daimyō's appointment.

Under normal circumstances, the Third Kazekage's recommendation was the most important.

But with the Third Kazekage missing, the decision could only be handed to the jonin.

Pakura thought to herself that it was just as expected.

She had already guessed this result.

"The jonin vote will be held in one month."

Chiyo paused and said, "If Kazekage-sama returns safely, then the jonin vote will be canceled."

One month was enough time for Suna to confirm whether the Third Kazekage was dead or alive.

In truth, there was no need to confirm it.

A Kazekage disappearing for no reason for one month was enough to explain everything.

"I will have ANBU notify all jonin."

Chiyo said again, "Starting tomorrow, nominations for Kazekage candidates will begin."

Everyone answered in unison.

At this time, Rasa and Retsu had completely forgotten about the Third Kazekage. They even hoped that he would not return.

After the brief meeting ended, they began taking their own actions.

Pakura was included.

If she wanted to win the jonin vote, she had to secure the highest number of jonin votes.

"Sister, who do you think will become the Fourth Kazekage?"

Ebizō asked.

Everyone else had already left, and only the two of them remained in the conference room.

"Rasa has the greatest chance."

Chiyo thought for a moment and said, "But Retsu and Pakura also have some possibility."

"Sister, why hold a jonin vote?"

Ebizō asked in confusion, "With your status and influence, it would be enough to make Retsu the Fourth Kazekage."

"The Kazekage faction has great influence. If we do that, the result will be internal opposition within Suna."

Chiyo said very calmly, "With strong enemies nearby, we must unite."

Ebizō wanted to say something, but in the end, he remained silent.

Regarding the Third Kazekage's disappearance, they had already discussed it many times.

But each time, they felt it was absurd.

Who exactly killed the Third Kazekage?

Would this person continue to take action afterward?

What should Suna do?

"It is a pity Kazekage-sama did not decide on a candidate ahead of time."

Chiyo shook her head and said.

"Kazekage-sama's original plan was to decide who the next Kazekage would be after the Third Shinobi World War ended."

Ebizō sighed and said, "Plans cannot keep up with changes."

"I hope the new Kazekage can lead Suna out of this difficult situation."

Chiyo finally offered her blessing.

One month passed in the blink of an eye.

The date arrived at April 15th.

In the conference room of the Kazekage Building in Suna.

All the jonin had gathered there.

Some were grieving, some were secretly delighted, and some were very calm.

Very soon, Chiyo and Ebizō walked in.

"Before the meeting begins, I will announce one matter."

Chiyo said with great sorrow, "After one month of searching, we can confirm that Kazekage-sama has already died."

The conference room immediately became noisy.

Although the fact that the Third Kazekage had not appeared for a month already explained a lot, truly hearing this news still felt unbelievable.

In their hearts, the invincible Third Kazekage had died silently just like that?

"Kazekage-sama's death means that Suna is in an extremely dangerous situation."

Chiyo continued, "Even if we keep it secret, the other shinobi villages will guess that the Third Kazekage is dead within a month."

After all, the other shinobi villages were not stupid.

A Kazekage not appearing for one month was already strange, much less not appearing for two months.

Most importantly, internal fighting would begin within Suna because of the Third Kazekage's disappearance.

In the original timeline, after the Third Kazekage disappeared, Suna decisively attacked Konoha in order to avoid excessive internal conflict.

In the end, Rasa performed well in the war and became the Fourth Kazekage.

As for Pakura, she was sent to Kiri by Rasa and used her death to calm Kiri's anger.

From this point of view, Rasa becoming the Fourth Kazekage did indeed involve quite a few methods.

"In order to stabilize Suna as soon as possible, we must choose the next Kazekage."

Chiyo had already regained control of her emotions. "The jonin vote begins now. The Kazekage candidates are Rasa, Pakura, and Retsu."

After she finished speaking, Ebizō had people distribute blank ballots.

Rasa could not help becoming energized.

The day he had long awaited had finally arrived.

During this month, he had contacted most of the jonin and received clear replies from them.

Pakura did not look at him. She sat calmly in her seat.

Those jonin who had supposedly given Rasa their replies were only pretending.

Their purpose was to keep Rasa steady.

In Suna, Rasa's faction was very powerful.

For safety, Pakura had deliberately arranged this.

After she became the Fourth Kazekage, she would slowly deal with Rasa.

As for now, she would let him be happy for a while.

Very soon, all the jonin finished voting.

"I will count the votes."

Ebizō walked in front of the ballot box and began reading the votes.

As time passed, Rasa realized something was wrong.

He found that Pakura's name was mentioned more times than his.

What was going on?

Even Chiyo and Ebizō felt surprised.

Both of them had agreed that Rasa held the advantage.

Because he belonged to the Kazekage faction.

The Kazekage faction was the strongest force in Suna.

Retsu had the support of Chiyo and Ebizō, but even he could not compare to Rasa.

Let alone Pakura.

The counting ended, and the vote totals for the three candidates appeared on the board.

First was Pakura, second was Rasa, and third was Retsu.

"How could it be Pakura?"

Retsu's expression became somewhat unpleasant.

Because he and Rasa had once tried to assassinate Pakura.

One could imagine that after Pakura became the Fourth Kazekage, she would oppose him at every turn.

"There is something wrong with the vote count!"

Rasa could not help standing up and saying this.

If Retsu's expression was merely unpleasant, then Rasa's expression was extremely ugly.

He had clearly been certain of victory, but the result told him that it had only been a dream. Who could accept that?

"Rasa, what do you mean?"

At that moment, a shinobi stood and asked, "Are you questioning all the jonin?"

His name was Fugi. Although he was not an elder, he was also one of Suna's higher-ups.

In the original timeline, after Gaara became Kazekage, Fugi opposed him.

He even joined forces with Hōichi, the disciple of the One-Tail jinchuriki Bunpuku, in an attempt to subdue Gaara.

"That is not what I mean!"

Rasa hurriedly said.

He did not dare bear the accusation of questioning all the jonin.

"I request a new vote!"

Rasa stated his demand.

"The jonin vote is not a child's game. It cannot be redone just because you say so."

Fugi opposed him and said, "I do not agree."

"I have a method."

Pakura stood and said with great composure, "Then let us decide by a show of hands. If everyone agrees, we will hold a new vote."

Ebizō looked at Chiyo.

"Then we will decide by a show of hands."

Chiyo thought for a moment and said, "Jonin who agree to hold a new vote, please raise your hands."

To be honest, she hoped Rasa would become the Fourth Kazekage more.

First, his strength was greater.

Second, Rasa and Retsu were closer.

But today's Pakura made her feel unfamiliar.

Fugi had clearly already spoken for her. There was no need for her to hold a show of hands.

Unless she had absolute confidence.

Thinking of this, Chiyo looked at the jonin present.

Many jonin raised their hands, but their number was only one-third.

"This is impossible!"

Rasa's expression changed greatly as he said this.

Because many jonin who had given him clear replies before were now all silent.

Chiyo and Ebizō looked at each other and felt that something was wrong.

But at this point, they could not openly favor Rasa either.

Because all the jonin of Suna were present.

If more than two-thirds of Suna's jonin supported Pakura and they still opposed her, they would become targets of public anger.

"I now announce that Pakura is the Fourth Kazekage of Suna!"

Chiyo hesitated for a moment, then announced loudly.

Applause immediately rang out in the conference room.

Only Rasa sat down again in a daze.

Maki and Karura, who were sitting on either side of him, wanted to comfort him but did not know how.

"Thank you all for your support."

Pakura stood and bowed as she spoke.

At the same time, in the Hokage Building in Konoha.

[You have awakened the Aizen Sōsuke Template.]

A sudden line of text appeared.

Natsuki, who was working, suddenly widened his eyes.

Who?

Which Aizen?

Natsuki immediately became energized.

Why had the Aizen Template suddenly been triggered?

Was it because Pakura had become the Fourth Kazekage?

Calculating the time, it was indeed about right.

During this period, Natsuki would occasionally go to Suna to pay attention to Pakura's situation.

Without a doubt, this was Aizen Sōsuke from Bleach.

Captain of the Fifth Division of the Gotei 13, who later betrayed the Soul Society and fled to Hueco Mundo, becoming the ruler of Hueco Mundo.

When he attacked the Soul Society, he was defeated by Ichigo Kurosaki and ultimately sealed by Kisuke Urahara.

During the Thousand-Year Blood War, Shunsui Kyōraku temporarily released Aizen, and he ultimately assisted Ichigo Kurosaki in defeating Yhwach.

He was one of the most classic masterminds and great villains in Bleach.

His strength was astonishing. The Wandenreich recognized him as one of the Five Special War Powers, and he could easily defeat opponents who were also captain-class powerhouses.

Natsuki rubbed his chin.

Aside from Pakura becoming the Fourth Kazekage, the reason he could trigger the Aizen Template most likely had to do with two other actions.

First, he killed the Third Kazekage. Second, he learned the Spirit Transformation Technique.

Of course, the most important reason was that he had secretly controlled Suna.

Thinking of this, Natsuki looked at the Aizen Template.

[Name: Aizen Sōsuke]

[Period: Thousand-Year Blood War.]

[World: Bleach.]

[Rank: S-rank.]

[Ability One: Bakudō, unlocked.]

[Effect: The Bakudō mastered by Aizen Sōsuke, possessing different binding effects.]

[Ability Two: Hadō, locked.]

[Effect: The Hadō mastered by Aizen Sōsuke, possessing different attack effects.]

[Unlock condition: Take an enemy village shinobi as a student.]

[Ability Three: Kyōka Suigetsu, locked.]

[Effect: An illusion-type Zanpakutō with a light green hilt.]

[Unlock condition: Kill a Kage-level powerhouse.]

[Ability Four: Kyōka Suigetsu, Shikai, locked.]

[Effect: Once any target sees Kyōka Suigetsu's Shikai once, they will fall under complete hypnosis from that moment onward.]

[Unlock condition: Secretly control one of the three major shinobi villages other than Konoha and Suna, and establish Espada at the jonin level.]

[Ability Five: Hōgyoku, locked.]

[Effect: Can materialize the user's inner wishes and promote the user's evolution.]

[Unlock condition: Absorb all chakra from the nine tailed beasts.]

After Natsuki finished reading, he had only one thought. As expected of Aizen, both the abilities and the unlock conditions were difficult.

There was no need to say much about Ability One, Bakudō, and Ability Two, Hadō.

Natsuki had previously obtained Bakudō and Hadō from the Unohana Retsu Template.

There was a lot of overlap between the Bakudō and Hadō of the two templates.

After all, both Unohana Retsu and Aizen were captain-class powerhouses.

It was just that Ability Two, Hadō's unlock condition was rather subtle.

It required Natsuki to take an enemy village shinobi as a student.

Was this a tribute to Aizen and Gin Ichimaru?

Ability Three, Kyōka Suigetsu.

Aizen's most classic ability, or rather, his Zanpakutō.

Its unlock condition was quite extreme. He had to kill a Kage-level powerhouse.

Fortunately, it said Kage-level powerhouse, not Kage.

If it only meant Kage, then he would have only three targets.

Aside from Orochimaru and Pakura, only Ōnoki, the Third Raikage, and the Third Mizukage remained.

If it was a Kage-level powerhouse, then the range was much wider.

For example, Chiyo, Rasa, Kitsuchi, and others.

Ability Four, Kyōka Suigetsu, Shikai.

Its effect could be summarized as complete hypnosis. It could be called an enhanced version of Shisui Uchiha's Kotoamatsukami.

Complete hypnosis had three terrifying aspects.

First, its hypnosis controlled the five senses.

Second, its hypnosis was permanent. As long as one saw Kyōka Suigetsu's Shikai once, it would take effect.

Third, the only way to avoid the hypnosis was to touch Kyōka Suigetsu's blade before the Shikai.

In short, it was extremely invincible.

Its unlock difficulty had also risen to another level, more troublesome than killing a Kage-level powerhouse.

Because it required Natsuki to secretly control one of Kumo, Iwa, or Kiri, and establish the Espada.

Whether it was controlling a shinobi village or making ten jonin become subordinates, both were quite difficult.

Ability Five, Hōgyoku.

The Hōgyoku was formed by combining the Soul King's fingertip with the souls of many Hollows and Shinigami.

Its effects were extremely heaven-defying.

First, it could grant the user's wish like the Holy Grail.

But the premise was that the user had the strength to realize that wish.

Second, it possessed high-speed regeneration and evolution abilities.

It could stimulate the user's potential and allow the user to enter a timeline where they had already become more outstanding.

Combined with its unlock condition, Natsuki suspected that after unlocking the Hōgyoku, it would allow him to evolve into the Ōtsutsuki clan.

After all, its unlock condition was to absorb the power of the nine tailed beasts.

And in Naruto, the power of the nine tailed beasts combined with the Demonic Statue of the Outer Path could become the Ten-Tails.

This was also the most crucial step in Akatsuki's Eye of the Moon Plan.

After the Ten-Tails appeared, Madara Uchiha became the Ten-Tails jinchuriki, thereby allowing Kaguya Ōtsutsuki to be unsealed.

(To be continued.)

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