One of Konohagakure's1Hidden Leaf Village most talented prodigies made his way to the center stage, and with him, the eyes of various personalities hosting their own thoughts and expectations.
An elderly witness with particularly dark intentions clenched the cane in his hand, for the only Genin he cared about was finally here.
"It's finally Itachi's turn..."
"Danzō-sama... I must again insist we find another location for you to remain. This spot in the stands is far too exposed for my liking."
"Agreed. I still don't understand what's so special about him. Even for an Uchiha, I don't believe it's worth the risk to leave yourself so open like this? Especially in foreign territory..."
Accompanying the infamous Danzō Shimura were two bodyguards from his covert "ROOT" organization. The group were wrapped in cloaks, but the discretion alone wasn't enough to alleviate the concerns of his protective detail.
Danzō's bloody reputation was appropriately matched by the number of people who wished him dead. For this reason, he had not stepped one foot outside of Konoha since the end of the 3rd Shinobi World War.
However...
"If you can't handle an attack from such a wide venue, then I question your skill. I ca here to witness Itachi's debut, and that's what I'm going to do. Your orders, which should be the only thing that matters to you, have already been given."
"...Understood. We will not speak of this anymore."
"As for why I'm so interested, simply watch... and you'll understand."
After making intent to stay known, his masked guards said no more, but nonetheless... maintained their vigilance.
"Now then... let's see what the son of Kyōgan2Wicked Eye Fugaku is truly capable of."
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Interest in Itachi Uchiha didn't stop with Danzō, for even the very Gokage3Five Shadows themselves, glued their eyes to the forr's figure once the clan insignia on the back of his shirt ca into full view.
{Excellent, all the Genin are either from Ishigakure4Hidden Rock Village or Iwagakure. If we can nip this little problem in the bud now, our chances for winning will increase exponentially!}
The Tsuchikage5Earth Shadow ??noki smirked at his village's clear abuse of its status as the exam host.
{A mber of the Uchiha Clan. That'll spell trouble down the line. Fortunately, it appears I won't have to worry about it this ti.}
The Kazekage6Wind Shadow carefully hid a sigh of relief from the others, appeased upon discovering no Genin of his village were selected to fight in this match.
Soone else had sighed as well... but rather, out of guilt than fear.
{Those shoulders... carry a weight too heavy for even adults. Eventually, us old fogies will end up forcing him to choose between his family, or his ho. A choice twelve-year-old shouldn't have to make... what a failure on my part.}
And just to the left of the regretful 3rd Hokage7Fire Shadow Hiruzen Sarutobi, A leaned forward on the designated seat for the Raikage, recalling what he'd heard in an old report from Tango.
'According to Tai and Suzu, the pair were ambushed by a very powerful Uchiha in Rengoku no Kyōkoku8Purgatory's Canyon, a Genin even younger than them, closer to Rei's age.
From what I've been told, his Genjutsu was so strong, Suzu was forced to use that power to get away. Sothing we've confird even C isn't capable of forcing her do with his skill.
Raikage-sama... If what they've told
is accurate, it's safe to say that clan has produced an amazing prodigy.'
{A small ponytail with a single short sword on his back... His appearance matches the description. So, this is the infamous Uchiha they encountered in the second exam. What will he show us today...}
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"Kekekeke..."
"It's him, rember what to do."
"Got it... this is gonna be too easy."
Itachi eyes scanned his surroundings, instantly recognizing what his status would be like when the match begins.
{I've clearly been marked as a target. 194 contestants... 16 matches... at least two of them will have 13 Genin, one being this match. This isn't a battle royale...}
"AND NOW...!"
As Kitsuchi raised his hand to begin the next match, Itachi opponents placed all their attention on his figure.
Thinking of nothing but his defeat, and how they'd pull it off. Tightening the grip on their weapons, churning the chakra within their bodies, preparing to launch Ninjutsu, the Iwa and Ishi shinobi believed themselves ready for anything!
{...It's 1 vs 12}
"BEGIN!!"
SHKEEN!
The mont the battle began, Itachi's eyes turned red with two black back marks on each iris in the shape of two Tomoe9Japanese abstract design resembling magatama beads, instantly activating his visual jutsu, the Sharingan10Copy Wheel Eye!
Kitsuchi jumped from the stage, back into his perch to observe the match.
Only, sothing strange had occurred...
"AAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!"
"GET IT OFF! GET IT OFF! GET IT OFF! GET IT OFF!"
"UUURRRGGGHH!!!!!"
{W-What the hell—?!}
Kitsuchi nearly tripped with shock right as the entire coliseum, which was just bursting with cheer... imdiately went silent. Countless spectators beca horrified upon witnessing each and every Genin, save for Itachi... behave in such a manner.
The Genin scread in horror, as if experiencing their worst nightmares. To everyone else, it was as if watching each of them undergo so of the worst episodes a psychotic break could entail.
So tossed and turned over the floor in an uncouth manner, others scratched their skin with madness, several even began to weep with tears!
It wasn't long before they all sporadically began to...
{Those... those imbeciles!} ??noki nearly scread out of embarrassnt.
"What the—?! Hey!" Kitsuchi yelled in shock!
...jump off the platform!
In the span of no more than ten seconds... Itachi had beco the sole remaining Genin on stage.
{W-W-What the hell... Just like that?} ??noki, along with many others, were completely stupefied at what had just occurred.
The match was over...
"T-The winner for this round is... Itachi Uchiha..."
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"U-Umm... okay. Just—what?!"
"As I've said previously sensei, that guy is very dangerous."
Team Tango watched as Itachi casually left the arena, lacking a single shred of emotion on his departure. Completely stunned, Tango accidentally released the Chakra Communication technique he'd previously utilized.
{That many people, so fast, and with such intensity... I an—I know it's Itachi of all people, but still...!}
Rei held his head in frustration after what he'd just witnessed. Now understanding his personal goals for today's events were now infinitely more difficult.
Upon regaining his focus, Tango imdiately restored the telepathic link between the three via his chakra.
??Suzu... Rei... what do you think???
??About what???
??You know "what
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