Chapter 386: ### Chapter 386: Uchiha Madara’s Excitement, Others’ Confusion
Despite Ai's assurances, the Third Raikage could not relax. He understood the power of the man standing before them—Madara Uchiha. Even a few minutes could spell disaster for his entire force.
"I understand. From now on, follow my commands," the Raikage said firmly, rallying his troops. "Killer Bee, Yugito, Ai! Lead teams to secure our rear against ambushes."
Addressing the rest of his forces, he continued, "Take your potions and prepare to charge with me! Today, our battle will be remembered as legend. No matter the cost, we must make Uchiha Madara leave something behind!"
The Raikage held up several ornate potion bottles, each crafted with care by the Sanada Chamber of Commerce. These weren't just ordinary elixirs—they were designed to maximize effectiveness while offering a morale boost through their elegant presentation.
The ninjas of Kumogakure mirrored his actions, pulling out a variety of potions from their pouches:
- **Spirit-clearing Potions** to counter Uchiha genjutsu,
- **Elemental Potions** to amplify their Lightning Release techniques,
- **Stamina and Recovery Potions** for endurance,
- **Wind Spirit Potions** for speed and agility.
These potions, initially prepared as emergency supplies for potential conflicts with other villages, were now being used against a single man—Uchiha Madara.
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### Uchiha Madara: Excitement Rising
Watching the Kumogakure ninjas consume their potions, Madara chuckled. "Those potions… provided by that little healer, weren't they? And the Third Raikage, does he even understand the meaning of acting? Hahaha!"
His laughter echoed across the battlefield. "No matter. As my first battle back in this world, I should make it worth remembering! Come, let's see if you can entertain me!"
With that, Madara's Susanoo unleashed a barrage of wild attacks, the **Budu Soul Control Sword** slicing through the air. Under the Raikage's leadership, the Kumogakure forces dodged and weaved through the onslaught, drawing closer to Madara with every step.
"**Lightning Release: Dark Thunder Ball!**"
"**Lightning Release: Thunder Rush!**"
Several ninjas unleashed coordinated Lightning Release techniques, aiming to disrupt Susanoo's movements. But even with the potions enhancing their power, their attacks barely scratched the surface.
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### The Raikage Strikes Again
The Third Raikage surged forward, his body cloaked in crackling lightning. "**Lightning Release: Hell Stab—Thunder Spear!**" he roared, charging directly at Susanoo.
His spear struck true, creating a crack in Susanoo's defenses. Taking advantage of the opening, his elite guards followed up with synchronized Lightning Release attacks, aiming for the gap.
For a moment, the impossible seemed to happen—Susanoo began to fracture, its form destabilizing.
Madara fell from the air, his grin wide and wild.
"Yes!" he exclaimed. "This is what I've been waiting for!"
Even as Susanoo collapsed, Madara remained unshaken. With a quick sequence of hand seals, he unleashed his next move. "**Fire Release: Majestic Destroyer Flame!**"
A wall of fire surged forward, consuming everything in its path. The sheer heat turned the ground to magma, leaving no trace of vegetation or life.
"Disperse!" the Raikage shouted, and the Kumogakure forces scattered, narrowly avoiding annihilation.
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### The Hokage Arrives
As the Kumogakure forces regrouped, the Konoha forces, led by Sarutobi Hiruzen, arrived at the scene. However, the sight before them left Hiruzen baffled.
"Madara… is fighting Kumogakure?!" Hiruzen muttered, his confusion evident. "Wasn't he supposed to be allied with them to attack Konoha?!"
He scanned the battlefield. The sheer power Madara displayed had already incapacitated much of Kumogakure's force, yet his attacks lacked the lethal intent one would expect.
"Why hasn't he wiped them out?" Hiruzen wondered.
The Hokage hesitated. Intervening now could risk turning the battle into a three-way conflict. A direct confrontation with both Kumogakure and Madara would be catastrophic for Konoha.
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### Danzo's Arrival and Confusion
Meanwhile, Danzo arrived with his faction, accompanied by Orochimaru. Like Hiruzen, Danzo was left stunned by the scene before him.
"Madara is fighting Kumogakure?!" he hissed. "What's going on? Didn't we plan for Konoha to engage him directly? Why hasn't Hiruzen attacked?"
His eyes narrowed as he noticed something else. Among the Konoha forces stood Uchiha Shisui, clearly aligned with Hiruzen.
Turning to Orochimaru, Danzo's voice rose in anger. "Didn't you say the plan was foolproof? Why is Shisui here, and why hasn't Hiruzen made a move?!"
Orochimaru's calm mask didn't falter, though his mind raced. "It seems," he said smoothly, "that Madara's actions are less predictable than anticipated."
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### The Third Raikage's Revelation
On the battlefield, the Third Raikage noticed something unusual. Despite Madara's overwhelming power, his attacks lacked the finality one would expect from someone of his caliber.
"He's toying with us," the Raikage muttered.
Expanding his senses, he noticed new presences arriving. Among them were Hanzo of the Salamander and Onoki of Iwagakure.
"What are they doing here?" the Raikage growled. "This isn't just a battle. There's something else going on… a larger scheme."
Ai appeared at his side, his voice urgent. "Raikage-sama, the Hokage and his forces have arrived. We just need to hold out for a few more minutes!"
The Raikage nodded, his expression grim. "Hold the line! Whatever Madara's game is, we'll face it head-on until Konoha takes their turn!"
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### Madara's Perspective
Madara, standing amidst the destruction with a gleam of satisfaction in his eyes, took in the chaos. He could feel the conflicting emotions of his enemies: fear, confusion, and determination.
"This is the battlefield I've longed for," he murmured. "Let them all come. Konoha, Kumogakure, Hanzo, Onoki… It doesn't matter."
The thrill of battle coursed through him, and as his chakra flared once more, Madara prepared to push the conflict to its next, even more dangerous stage.
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