Chapter 74 - 74: Hiruzen Becomes a Combat Power Measurement Unit

At this moment, Tsunade also acknowledged the power of the Rasengan. Of course, she wouldn't learn the Rasengan. For her, the Rasengan was neither particularly useful nor entirely discardable. Her own punch, empowered by her monstrous strength, might not be any worse than the Rasengan. She even thought that Kazuki probably didn't need to research the Rasengan at all. Why not just smash them with a punch? There was no need for the Sword of the Thunder God. Solving problems directly with fists would be much better. For example, using the Flying Thunder God Technique to appear behind an opponent, then smashing a fist into their spine, directly killing them or at least leaving them half-paralyzed. Why would one need a Rasengan for that? However, Tsunade did support Nawaki and Kushina practicing the Rasengan, as not everyone was suited for using Chakra enhanced strength. The process of training the Rasengan could also hone their Chakra control. Even if the Rasengan wasn't suitable for them, training Chakra enhanced strength in the future would be much easier. "But, this Rasengan isn't perfected yet, is it?" Mito looked at the destruction caused by the Giant Rasengan with satisfaction, but she could sense that this was not the Rasengan's final form. Compared to Chidori, Mito now favored the Rasengan more. Of course, the same Ninjutsu would have different effects when used by different people. Just like Chakra enhanced strength, Tsunade's use of it was much more powerful than Kazuki's. "Yes, I can incorporate other elemental Chakras into the Rasengan later, but that's very difficult. It's not something I can do right now." Kazuki thought of Naruto's various Rasengans in the future with a sigh. For him now, the Rasengan was a Ninjutsu to be used in conjunction with the Flying Thunder God Technique. The Flying Thunder God Technique combined with the Rasengan could almost be considered Minato's signature move in the future. Of course, besides these, Minato's most outstanding quality was his excellent combat analysis. In terms of combat thinking, Minato was top-tier in the Ninja World. Kazuki felt that if he continued to grow and became more proficient with the Flying Thunder God Technique, his strength would also be quite formidable. He possessed many abilities that Minato did not. "Indeed, this requires very high Chakra control." A rapidly spinning Rasengan had already appeared in Mito's hand. Kazuki was not surprised by this, as this was Mito, after all. She had even formed Tailed Beast Bomb, and she knew the principles of the Rasengan. For her to form a Rasengan directly now was entirely reasonable. Kazuki could clearly feel that Mito seemed to be trying to infuse other Chakra into the Rasengan. After the Rasengan's color changed constantly for a moment, Mito finally dispelled it. She looked at Kazuki with a serious expression and said, "The Rasengan is indeed an incomplete Ninjutsu. If other elemental Chakras are infused into the Rasengan, its destructive power will increase exponentially." "I've calculated that if you successfully infuse Wind Chakra into it, you could destroy something like Bee's Lightning Release Chakra Mode." At this, even Tsunade couldn't remain calm. Her previous battle with Bee was still vivid in her memory. At that time, she had exerted all her strength but still couldn't defeat Bee. But now Mito said that a Rasengan infused with Wind Chakra could destroy the Lightning Release Chakra Mode. How could Tsunade not be excited? "However, destroying the Raikage's would be somewhat difficult." Following that, Mito continued to add, "The current Raikage is very strong. In terms of one-on-one combat ability, he might even surpass Monkey." Kazuki narrowed his eyes and reminded her, "Hokage-sama's Five-Element Ninjutsu is also top-notch in the Ninja World." "If it's about facing many powerful ninjas, I would actually favor Hokage-sama more." "Hehe!" Mito glanced at Kazuki with a half-smile and then added, "Monkey, as a Ninja, is almost a perfect Ninja." "His Five-Element Ninjutsu, combining various multi-element Ninjutsu, can often unleash destructive power far exceeding that of single-element Ninjutsu." "He is also very skilled in other areas such as Taijutsu, Sealing Jutsu, and Genjutsu. You can hardly find any flaws in him." "If it really came down to a desperate fight, Monkey is actually not inferior to the Third Raikage." "His strength is immense, and combined with his summons, he might not be much worse than the Third Raikage." "Plus, his Five-Element Ninjutsu, his ability to seize opportunities in battle, and his sense of rhythm are all his strengths. It's hard to say how a fight between them would turn out. You should have confidence in your Hokage." Kazuki thought of the elderly Hiruzen in Edo Tensei, wielding his staff to save Naruto from the Ten-Tails. Those were the Ten-Tails' branches, which no ordinary ninja could resist. Yet Hiruzen swept them all away with one swing of his staff. That was a highlight moment for Hiruzen. "What about Hanzo? He has been hyped up as very strong recently, with some even bestowing the title of 'Demigod' upon him." Tsunade quickly asked Mito. If anyone was most displeased by the so-called Demigod, it was Tsunade, after all, her grandfather was the God of Shinobi, Hashirama. Hanzo being called a Demigod, did that mean he could challenge her grandfather? "Hanzo, huh? I don't know, but if he can be called a Demigod, then his strength certainly shouldn't be underestimated." Mito looked at Tsunade with a half-smile. In truth, she herself didn't care much for such titles, but patiently explained, "However, I have seen his intelligence reports." "His Kenjutsu and Body Flicker Technique are both excellent. Of course, the most unique thing is his Salamander poison." "If one cannot deal with it, then Hanzo is indeed lethal. To ordinary people, Hanzo is as deadly as Hashirama." "But if one can deal with the Salamander's poison, Hanzo should not be able to compare to Monkey." "Of course, this is just my speculation. Without having fought him, I don't know his true strength." "So, our Hokage-sama has become a unit of combat power comparison?" Kushina blinked and asked curiously. She didn't really know much about Hiruzen's strength, but since he was the Hokage, he should be one of Konoha's best, right? There were so many powerful individuals outside. She still needed to get stronger quickly, otherwise, both she and Kazuki could accidentally be eliminated. "After all, sensei is the Hokage, and he is certainly capable of protecting Konoha." Tsunade didn't think there was anything wrong with using Hiruzen to analyze the combat power of others. On the contrary, it allowed her to better understand the intel of those strong individuals. If not Hiruzen, would they use Danzo for comparison instead? Wouldn't that mean there would be many people stronger than him? Hiruzen, the Third Raikage, Hanzo—which one isn't stronger than Danzo? If Hanzo couldn't even defeat Danzo, he wouldn't be hyped up as a Demigod. There are still many Kage stronger than Danzo. In any case, the Third Tsuchikage and the Third Kazekage are both stronger than Danzo. As for the Third Mizukage, Danzo should be able to fight him to a draw.