Ninja World: I'm really a support-type ninja

If Akira Hatake develops the Explosive Talisman Shadow Clone Technique, then the Flying Thunder God Kunai Shadow Clone Technique can also be put on the agenda.

In fact, the principle of the Exploding Talisman Shadow Clone Technique is exactly the same as that of the Shuriken Shadow Clone Technique. Both of these techniques are derived from the Multiple Shadow Clone Technique developed by the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju.

However, there are still many differences between these three techniques.

First, the Multiple Shadow Clone Technique targets people, not objects.

Secondly, although the Shuriken Shadow Clone Technique can be directly applied, the structure of shuriken is simple and it does not have complex sealing techniques inscribed on it.

Third, the reason why the explosive tags can explode is because the technique of the explosive tags seals specific ninjutsu into the paper. In essence, most of them still belong to the category of ninjutsu. It is somewhat wishful thinking to try to copy ninjutsu with ninjutsu.

"You can forget about it, teacher..." Akira Hatake knew the difficulties involved and was somewhat discouraged. "It would take me forever to develop this all by myself!"

Minato Namikaze smiled reassuringly at Akira Hatake's complaints, then looked at Might Guy sitting to his right.

"Kai, is the gift what you wanted?"

"Waaaaah... Minato-sensei, you understand me so well, I'm so touched!" Might Guy, holding a pair of weights, looked at Minato Namikaze with teary eyes. "My youth would be incomplete without Minato-sensei..."

"Haha, well... whatever you like."

Minato Namikaze sometimes had no temper with Might Guy, and sometimes he couldn't even respond to what Might Guy said.

However, as the incident of Minato Namikaze giving gifts passed, the atmosphere in Team 8 gradually became tense.

Because Class 8 is about to disband...

There's nothing we can do about it. Class 8's overall strength is far beyond what's expected. Just by looking at their stats on paper, you can understand just how much they're above average.

Let's start with Minato Namikaze. After mastering the S-rank ninjutsu Wind Release: Rasenshuriken, his overall strength increased significantly. He now has Kage-level strength and is one of the best among Kage-level ninjas.

With Minato Namikaze leading the charge, completing an S-rank mission wouldn't be a breeze, but it would be relatively easy.

Kakashi, although he has not yet been promoted to a higher rank, is already as strong as an elite Jonin. When he combines the three chakra nature transformations, Kakashi will become a Kage-level powerhouse.

Akira Hatake is stronger than Kakashi at this stage, but slightly weaker than Minato Namikaze who has mastered the second stage of the Flying Thunder God Technique.

Might Guy, although he only specializes in taijutsu, can now open four of the Eight Gates, and Akira Hatake will probably be able to open five soon.

In summary, Team 8 currently has one Kage-level fighter, two Jonin-level fighters, and one elite Chunin-level fighter.

With this setup, what kind of mission outside the village could afford to hire the Eighth Squad?

Even if they could afford to hire them, it would be using a sledgehammer to crack a nut, a huge waste of resources for Team 8 and Konoha.

After all, the village trains ninjas not only to protect the village and the country, but also, most importantly, to earn commissions for the village.

Since splitting up the eighth class would increase the village's commission revenue, there was no reason not to take action.

"Alright, don't be so downcast. We'll still be in the same village, so we can get together in our free time." Minato Namikaze smiled, trying to lighten the mood, but the disappointment in his eyes was hard to hide, let alone the rest of Team 8.

"Minato-sensei, I don't want to be separated from you!"

The most emotional of them all was Matt Kai, whose trembling voice, accompanied by large tears, added a touch of tragedy to the already oppressive atmosphere.

Akira Hatake was the same; if he hadn't wanted to prepare for the upcoming Third Shinobi World War, he wouldn't have had Minato Namikaze submit his Chunin Exam approval letter so early.

Kakashi didn't show much reaction, but his expressionless silence didn't mean he was calm inside; he was also reluctant to see Minato Namikaze leave like this.

"Alright, Kai, although our Team 8 is about to become a thing of the past, it also signifies that you have grown into capable ninjas. Isn't that what you've always wanted?"

Minato Namikaze patted Might Guy on the shoulder. "Growth often comes at a price, and a brief separation is just a minor episode in the process of growing up."

"If you can't even get past this hurdle, your youth, Kakashi's ninja way, and Akira's future ambitions will all be nothing but empty talk."

"So, let's raise a glass together, remember yesterday, respect today, and look forward to tomorrow!"

A passionate speech dispelled the somewhat oppressive atmosphere, and as Minato Namikaze raised his glass, the atmosphere of the old Class 8 reunion slowly returned.

"cheers!"

After a lively toast, the four of them tilted their heads back and drank it all in one gulp, except that the three of them, including Akira Hatake, had juice in their glasses.

Even though it was just juice, Akira Hatake felt slightly tipsy.

Because of this scene, Akira Hatake became drunk...

Chapter 97: Three conditions obtained in exchange for selling Tsunade.

Konoha, Hokage Building.

Hiruzen Sarutobi sat in the Hokage chair, while Minato Namikaze stood opposite him.

"Minato, a new batch of genin are about to graduate from the Ninja Academy. Would you be interested in being their instructor again?"

The disbandment of Team 8 is a foregone conclusion; the only difference is whether it will happen now or be delayed until the ninja academy graduation season two months from now.

"I'm sorry, Hokage, I don't want to be the team leader anymore."

Minato Namikaze shook his head. "I'm currently in a period of increasing strength, and I've also reached a critical stage in my training of the defensive ninjutsu Fivefold Rashomon chosen from the Scroll of Seals. I don't want to be distracted in the short term."

Minato Namikaze's reasoning was impeccable, leaving Hiruzen Sarutobi at a loss for words. After thinking for a while, he could only sigh heavily.

"In that case, I won't insist. I originally wanted you to lead Class 7 this time..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi could only use the bait of "Team 7" to persuade Minato Namikaze to change his mind.

However, Hiruzen Sarutobi clearly underestimated Minato Namikaze. Now that Minato has gained confidence, even if he is leading Team 8 now, it will have little impact on his future.

Although the unspoken rule that "Team 7" is the Hokage preparation team has been in operation for three generations in Konoha, it is only an unspoken rule, not an absolute written rule.

Therefore, it's not difficult to change it.

"Thank you for your kind words, Hokage, but I still think that Jiraiya-sensei is more suitable than me to be the team leader for this Team 7."

Minato Namikaze's answer was brilliant. He rejected Hiruzen Sarutobi again, preserved Hiruzen's face, and, to some extent, struck a chord with Hiruzen.

If we really have to compare closeness and distance, it has to be Hiruzen Sarutobi's three disciples; Minato Namikaze has to take a backseat at this stage.

"Jiraiya...?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi took two puffs of his pipe, his facial expression obscured by the smoke. "Well, Jiraiya's personality is still a big problem. I'll think about who will lead Team 7."

"By the way, Minato, besides Jiraiya, who do you think would be more suitable to be the team leader for this year's Team 7?"

The unexpected question made Minato Namikaze tense up instantly. He smiled somewhat awkwardly, trying to ease his anxiety.

"Lord Hokage, I really don't know..."

Minato Namikaze knew this was yet another test from Hiruzen Sarutobi, so he could only brush it off.

Minato Namikaze couldn't possibly be unaware of what Team 7 truly represented. His previous act of bringing up Jiraiya to reject Hiruzen Sarutobi's suggestion was already quite outrageous. If he were to recklessly offer his opinion now, it would undoubtedly arouse Hiruzen Sarutobi's suspicion.

"I won't make things difficult for you..."

After glancing at Minato Namikaze, Hiruzen Sarutobi let him off the hook for the time being and turned to talk about a few other things.

"I heard that Kakashi contracted with the toad clan of Mount Myōboku as his summoning beast, while Akira contracted with both the toad clan of Mount Myōboku and the slug clan of Shikkotsu Forest?"

"That's what I know." Minato Namikaze nodded. "I'm not entirely clear about Jiraiya-sensei's decision, and I know even less about the slug clan of Shikkotsu Forest..."

Minato Namikaze could only feign ignorance when questioned, otherwise he had no better way to respond.

"That kid, Akira, has accomplished something that many people haven't!" Hiruzen Sarutobi exclaimed. "He simultaneously made contracts with two of the three great sacred lands, Mount Myōboku and the Shikkotsu Forest clans, as his summoning beasts. He's practically on par with the Sannin all by himself..."

"If he grows up in the future, he will probably be the next Sakumo Hatake, or even surpass him by a lot. The future of Konoha is becoming more and more promising!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi's words were unreadable, and Minato Namikaze, not wanting to speculate, could only nod in agreement.

"Alright, let's cherish the last moments of Team 8. After this year's genin graduate, Team 8 will officially disband."

"I understand, Hokage-sama."

……

Let's rewind to ten days ago.

"Master, let's call it a day!"

At Konoha's 18th training ground, Akira Hatake put away the purplish-red chakra chain that had been wrapped around Jiraiya's waist.

"do not!"

Jiraiya opened his eyes, looking somewhat anxious. "I was just one step away from completing my training, and your sudden interruption has left me feeling stuck and uncomfortable!"

Pooh!

What kind of tiger-wolf talk is this? !

Akira Hatake pursed his lips. Having already become familiar with Jiraiya, he had long since started to act disrespectfully.

“Uncle Lecher, calling you my grandmaster is giving you face. I said this is the end for today, and that’s it. There’s no room for negotiation.”

"You little brat, you don't really think you've got me figured out, do you?!"

Jiraiya patted his behind and stood up, looking down at Akira Hatake with a hint of displeasure in his eyes.

Akira Hatake dared to be so disrespectful because he was certain he had Jiraiya under his control.

He reached into his ninja tool pouch and pulled out a small, elongated mechanical object, waving it in front of Jiraiya.

"First-hand original audio material of Lady Tsunade's unique voice, you tell me, lecherous old man, is it enough to win you over?"

"Well, you brat, it's a good thing Tsunade trusts you so much. If you hadn't worked overtime today, I'd be in trouble..."

"Stop!" Akira interrupted Jiraiya, then took out another miniature recording device from his ninja tool pouch. "I have evidence. If you try to turn the tables on me, you'll be the one who suffers."

"You brat, give it to me!"

Sa!

Using the Flying Thunder God Technique to dodge Jiraiya's lunge, Akira Hatake instantly appeared on a large tree, a wicked smile on his face as he pressed the button on a recording device, from which came Jiraiya's somewhat lewd voice.

“Ming, if you can… hehe… record Tsunade’s voice while assisting her in her training… then I will…”

The sound wasn't loud, but when it reached Jiraiya's ears, it still made him blush.

This Hatake is clearly using underhanded tactics.

He used dirty tricks!

"You brat, turn it off! Turn it off right now!"

"Uncle lecher, shouldn't you keep your promise and grant me my three requests?"

"Give me both recording devices first!" Jiraiya's eyes darted around.