Chapter 176: Creation Rebirth, Sage Mode!

Chapter 176: Chapter 176: Creation Rebirth, Sage Mode!

For Shūichi, this was just a minor accomplishment, hardly worth dwelling on.

With a few strokes of his pen, he recorded the formula for his new Fire Nether Chains and then stored it away. This would be a valuable asset for the the future.

Afterward, his attention turned to the Tag Tree.

The new Fire Nether Chains had been recognized by the Tag Tree as an S-rank sealing technique, which meant he could now activate the Sealing Master tag.

As the tag leaf was filled with a red glow, its effects came into play: sealing and curse mark talent increased by 100%, thought processing speed increased by 100%, and the ability to crystallize a sealing technique into a kekkei genkai with no barriers to learning any non-bloodline-based sealing or curse marks.

"A red tag... So, even Master-level tags can have different ranks!"

Shūichi was overjoyed.

Currently, the strongest tag on his Tag Tree was Prodigy, his only golden tag so far.

But solidifying a sealing technique as a kekkei genkai was astonishing in itself.

Without hesitation, Shūichi chose the Fire Nether Chains, his own S-rank sealing technique.

Immediately, intense pain seared through his body.

It felt like every cell was being branded by fire.

And he could feel his chakra transforming into symbols, forming the Fire Nether Chains formula, compacted a thousand times over and forced directly into his genes.

"So intense..."

Shūichi couldn't help but suck in a cold breath.

This was nothing like his previous experience of learning Lava Release, where the power permeated gradually, quietly making itself known.

But once the pain faded, Shūichi realized a benefit.

By crystallizing the Fire Nether Chains as a kekkei genkai, the Tag Tree had perfected the information, something he couldn't achieve on his own.

This meant that his descendants would inherit the Fire Nether Chains as close to his own level as possible.

And future generations would also have a higher chance of awakening it.

After all, genetic information can lose its integrity through generations.

Of course, for Shūichi himself, having the Fire Nether Chains as a bloodline limit wouldn't enhance his strength directly.

"Even so, the Fire Nether Chains have not yet reached their full potential. There's still room for growth."

Shūichi had high hopes for this sealing technique.

Currently, the Fire Nether Chains were based on Fire Release and Yin Release.

He had considered integrating Yang Release to further enhance its sealing power, aiming to make it Yin-Yang Release.

One day, it might even rival the Six Paths Chibaku Tensei.

Of course, that goal was still a ways off.

Putting that thought aside, Shūichi continued sorting through his latest achievements.

Second goal: Yang Release.

With a clap of his hands, Shūichi was suddenly surrounded by a brilliant green chakra glow.

Instantly, the vitality in each of his cells surged, and his life force skyrocketed.

One times... two times... three times!

At three times the normal level, he reached his limit. He then released his hands, pulled out a kunai, and sliced his arm. The wound opened immediately.

But before any blood could flow, it healed in an instant.

"Not bad—it's not as good as the First Hokage, but it's certainly on par with the lower White Zetsu."

Nodding in satisfaction, Shūichi deactivated the technique.

This time, he had used only his own chakra, as his chakra level had already reached the level of a Tailed Beast, eliminating the need for Yin Seal support.

The drawback was that, once activated, the technique's healing became uncontrollable.

Even minor injuries would trigger rapid cell division and accelerated healing, risking overuse.

This technique's effect was similar to Tsunade's original Creation Rebirth.

"I'll call it Creation Rebirth, then!"

Not putting much thought into naming, Shūichi began drafting the technique on a blank scroll. He intended to give this to Tsunade.

However, he added the Hundred Healings technique to the scroll's formula.

This was not just because Tsunade and others lacked sufficient chakra; even Shūichi himself would combine it with the Yin Seal in future use.

Once he finished writing the formula, Shūichi paused and continued writing down his future thoughts and directions for the technique.

The healing effect of Creation Rebirth was beyond question, but Shūichi saw some shortcomings.

First, it only worked on himself.

Second, it lacked control.

Moving forward, Shūichi aimed to enhance cell vitality—or, rather, the power of Yang Release—to reach or even surpass Hashirama's level.

Second, he wanted to study Asuka's cells to refine Creation Rebirth, making it controllable and allowing it to heal others.

Finally, he hoped to make these enhancements permanent, forming a bloodline limit.

With that, Tsunade stood up. Instantly, the Yin Seal symbol on her forehead lit up, followed by the Hundred Healings Technique's curse markings spreading across her body, and she formed the hand seal.

Ninja Art: Creation Rebirth!

"The vitality is on par with White Zetsu cells, though it still falls short of my grandfather's cells, but it's enough to handle most injuries," Tsunade observed.

Shūichi replied, "Our research still has to continue, like making this technique usable on others."

"And also, finding a way to control self-healing."

The first part, in fact, he had a rough solution for: merging it with the Yang Release natural energy amplification formula he had recently completed.

Clearly, the curse mark is best suited for those close to me.

Tsunade nodded and, after deactivating the jutsu, asked, "Do you have any ideas on solidifying cellular activation?"

Shūichi replied, "Once Yang Release's nature transformation is strong enough, it can be solidified, but it also requires sufficient energy, meaning a strong enough physique and chakra reserves."

Tsunade understood instantly. "Yes, that makes sense."

Shūichi added, "Of course, there's one more way."

"You must know about Sage Mode, right, Tsunade?"

She nodded. "Of course."

"Shikkotsu Forest has a Sage Art inheritance, but I never mastered it."

Mentioning Shikkotsu Forest, Tsunade continued, "Shūichi, you should make time to form a summoning contract with Shikkotsu Forest."

Shūichi thought for a moment, then replied, "It's better if Shizune and Asuka handle that."

"I'll focus on combat, and you all can handle the healing."

Tsunade didn't insist and nodded in agreement. "That works."

Shūichi steered the conversation back. "You already know about the Bijuu Sealing mark. I've managed to develop a new jutsu formula that can further amplify Yang Release."

"We could use the Hundred Healings Technique to link the Yin Seal and curse mark, solidifying cell activation—essentially enhancing your current state with my curse mark."

"Though it may not reach the full level of Creation Rebirth, the effect will still be impressive."

Currently, Tsunade's chakra is subtly nurturing her cells to slow down aging and maintain her physical state.

"Is that so?"

Tsunade was intrigued. "With that curse mark's amplification, the effect should be promising. When do you think you can finish developing it?"

Shūichi felt a bit speechless.

When it comes to beauty and youth, women seem to have zero resistance—especially older ones!

Of course, he dared not voice this thought, lest he get punched.

"It shouldn't be too difficult," he assured, then promised, "After New Year's, definitely before my birthday."

"Speaking of which, Tsunade, what do you plan to get me for my birthday?"

Tsunade's expression shifted instantly. "Why would I get you a gift?"

Shūichi pouted, "Stingy!"

She glanced at the necklace Shūichi wore.

That necklace was her most cherished possession, and this brat was still so greedy!

Birthdays weren't that important for a shinobi, anyway.

"Tsunade, you have hemophobia, don't you?"

Shūichi suddenly asked.

Tsunade replied, "Did Shizune tell you?"

Shūichi shook his head. "Just a guess."

"That's probably why you've avoided the battlefield, unable to even work as a medical ninja in the Konoha Hospital or on the frontlines."

Tsunade remained silent.

Shūichi continued, "I might have a way to cure you."

Tsunade raised an eyebrow. "What method?"

"It's not a physical condition, after all."

Shūichi nodded. "I know that, of course. As for the method, I'll keep it under wraps for now—saying it out loud might lessen its impact."

"All you have to do is decide whether or not to let me try."

Tsunade was quiet for a moment before saying, "If you want to try, go ahead. Just don't get your hopes up."

Shūichi grinned. "Don't worry; I'm not that fragile."

"Alright then, it's decided."

(End of Chapter)

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