Naruto: The Ōtsutsuki Bloodline Development Manual

With Kakashi recovering, Kitagawa Minamoto's daily life resumed its normal rhythm.

Perhaps because he had expressed his intention to apply for the Chūnin exams, Kakashi had begun deliberately taking him on additional missions to bolster his mission count.

Due to ongoing complications with Kirigakure, their activities remained primarily confined to the vicinity of Konohagakure, precluding high-ranking missions for the present.

Fortunately, Kakashi, concerned that Minamoto might grow restless, not only imparted various ninja knowledge but also taught him numerous techniques.

This could be considered as laying groundwork for Minamoto's "path to redemption."

"You truly are a remarkably quick learner, kid."

At a training ground in Konohagakure, Kakashi settled beside Minamoto with a double-stick popsicle in hand. Breaking it in half, he offered one portion to Minamoto.

"But why are you acquiring so many jutsu? I believe you should concentrate your energy on mastering the Flying Thunder God Technique or expanding your Purple Electricity."

Speaking of Purple Electricity, Kakashi couldn't help feeling somewhat conflicted. The technique seemed perfectly tailored for him.

Not only did it incorporate the characteristics of the Lightning Cutter, but it also enhanced them, achieving an impeccable balance between offense and defense.

If his Sharingan weren't consuming increasingly more Chakra, Kakashi might have considered learning it himself.

"Haven't I already been developing it further?"

Minamoto accepted the popsicle without hesitation and responded with a smile.

"But presently, my primary focus remains the Flying Thunder God Technique, correct?"

"Then why trouble yourself learning so many other jutsu?"

"Simply broadening my horizons—it's not particularly challenging, after all."

Not particularly challenging...

Kakashi suddenly felt disinclined to continue conversing with Minamoto.

He himself had managed to copy over a thousand jutsu thanks to his Sharingan.

While Minamoto hadn't acquired as many and maintained better focus, he had concentrated primarily on Lightning Release, Fire Release, and Earth Release.

But his learning velocity was astonishing, to the extent that Kakashi found it scarcely credible.

Momentarily, Kakashi even considered that the title "Copy Ninja" might be more appropriate for Minamoto.

After all, this youth had mastered Kakashi's swordsmanship right before his eyes...

"Kakashi-sensei, why aren't you eating?"

As Kakashi was absorbed in thought, Minamoto glanced at him curiously before chuckling.

"Incidentally, why do you perpetually wear a mask? Are you perhaps self-conscious?"

"It's merely a habit."

Kakashi shook his head, disregarding Minamoto's teasing, and instead inquired thoughtfully,

"By the way, what type of weapon do you find most comfortable? How do you feel about short swords?"

"Short swords?"

Minamoto raised an eyebrow, tilting his head as he savored the popsicle.

He couldn't help wondering if Kakashi intended to present him with that broken short sword of his.

Well, it wouldn't be an unfavorable proposition.

If he recalled correctly, Kakashi's short sword possessed excellent Chakra conductivity, which would likely complement his Purple Electricity admirably.

"I believe it would be suitable, Kakashi-sensei..."

As the thought crossed his mind, Minamoto turned to respond, only to be astonished by what he witnessed.

Kakashi had already immersed himself in a copy of Make-Out Paradise, the stick of his popsicle now embedded in the ground.

"Wait, you've already finished it?"

"It's merely half a popsicle—hardly substantial."

Kakashi regarded Minamoto with a puzzled expression, then nodded.

"If you find it acceptable, I'll prepare a gift for you within a few days..."

Minamoto had guessed accurately—Kakashi indeed harbored such an intention.

Due to his Sharingan, Kakashi had already modified his combat style.

Previously, he had carried the burden of Obito Uchiha's sacrifice and the responsibility of bearing his Sharingan.

Naturally, he sought to maximize this eye's value as a tribute to Obito, despite the significant physical strain it imposed.

Now, however, with certain truths about Obito emerging, Kakashi's resolve had only intensified.

Obito Uchiha was a hero, not a vengeful specter. His Sharingan constituted the finest testament to that fact.

And since Minamoto had mastered his swordsmanship and was his student, why not bequeath the sword he no longer utilized as a gift?

It could serve as a symbol of his role as mentor.

"But that sword is damaged—it will require repairs first..."

Kakashi rubbed his chin, then closed his book and rose to his feet.

"Very well, continue your training. Focus on the Flying Thunder God Technique or expand your Lightning Release. I'll proceed to prepare your gift."

"Wait, you're departing already?"

Watching Kakashi's retreating figure, Minamoto shrugged and decided not to dwell on the matter.

He genuinely needed to concentrate on other areas for now.

[Status Panel]

Name: Kitagawa Minamoto

Age: 13

Bloodline: Ōtsutsuki Clan (Development: 13%)

Chakra Capacity: S (Above average Kage Level)

Opening his Status Panel, Minamoto examined it and nodded to himself.

Although his Chakra growth had somewhat decelerated after acquiring Kimimaro's Yang Release power, the progress remained significant in relative terms.

Moreover, he had been working diligently, training in Sage Arts and other techniques even during nighttime. His development had never stagnated.

"With additional effort, once my bloodline development reaches 15%, my Chakra should increase further. And then..."

As he contemplated, Minamoto withdrew a kunai. With a subtle fluctuation of Chakra, a distinctive mark materialized on the kunai's surface!

The unique characteristic of the Ōtsutsuki bloodline resided in this:

As long as something resonated with his bloodline or shared similar abilities, his exploration and development of it became substantially easier.

For him, controlling Chakra was almost instinctual, and this trait only became more pronounced as his bloodline developed further.

"Spatial power is inherently integral to the Ōtsutsuki's abilities, and Chakra control comes naturally to me. So..."

Examining the Cursed Seal on the kunai, Minamoto smiled faintly but quickly shook his head.

"It remains too rudimentary—likely because I haven't investigated deeply enough. But..."

Minamoto recalled that Obito Uchiha had a Flying Thunder God mark on his back!

The marks of the Flying Thunder God Technique seemed interconnected, even if the seals themselves differed slightly.

He wasn't certain if this stemmed from his own abilities or an inherent feature of the technique, but he could sense it.

During his previous encounter with Obito, he hadn't yet begun exploring spatial powers, so he couldn't detect the Flying Thunder God mark.

But now, circumstances had changed!

Of course, he still couldn't utilize marks that were excessively distant.

After all, his comprehension of the Flying Thunder God Technique remained at the "sweat and effort" beginner level.

But if he approached sufficiently close, the situation would transform dramatically...

"Hmm?"

As he was deeply immersed in thought, Minamoto suddenly felt his eyelid twitch.

He recognized that his System was likely issuing another quest!

[New Side Quest Unlocked]

"Cut Through the Darkness of the Ninja World, Soar Through Space"

Objective: Obtain a mission to head to Kirigakure and let Obito Uchiha experience the power of the Flying Thunder God Technique.

"..."

Staring at the quest, Minamoto was momentarily speechless.

After an extended pause, he gazed up at the towering Hokage Rock in the distance, his lips twitching slightly.

"Seriously? This is actually happening?"

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