“This place is a bit inconvenient.
Let’s move somewhere else.” After surveying the area, Hashirama felt that the rooftop of the Ninja Academy’s teaching building was too cramped for what he had in mind.
Thus, the three of them quickly descended the stairs and walked straight out of the Ninja Academy’s main gate.
Upon arriving at one of Konohagakure’s training grounds, Hashirama took out a sheet of Chakra Paper.
Chakra Paper could be used to test chakra attributes, with different reactions depending on the nature of the chakra.
He first glanced at Matsuake but did not hand over the Chakra Paper.
“I recall you’ve already tested your chakra attributes before, Matsuake.
The results were Earth and Water, so we won’t repeat the test today.” Hearing this, Matsuake nodded.
Within the Senju Clan, the most common innate chakra attributes were likely these two.
Some possessed both, while others had only one.
However, this didn’t mean they couldn’t learn ninjutsu beyond their innate chakra attributes.
Chakra attributes could also be developed through later training.
For example, Hashirama and Tobirama didn’t initially possess all chakra attributes.
Now, Hashirama’s chakra attributes were Fire, Wind, Lightning, Earth, Water, and Yang.
Tobirama was even more comprehensive, possessing Fire, Wind, Lightning, Earth, Water, Yin, and Yang.
For Genin like Matsuake and Tsukuyomi, their innate chakra attributes merely determined the starting point of their ninjutsu training.
Because Matsuake innately possessed Earth and Water attributes, his ninjutsu training began with Earth Release and Water Release.
Next, Hashirama turned his attention to Tsukuyomi.
“Tsukuyomi, have you ever tested your chakra attributes?” “Hokage-sama, I haven’t.” Previously, within her clan, she had focused primarily on training in the Gentle Fist, only learning basic ninjutsu like the Clone Technique.
“That’s perfect.
Now is a good time to test your chakra attributes.” Hashirama handed the Chakra Paper to Tsukuyomi.
“And from now on, just call me Hashirama-sensei.” “Yes, Hashirama-sensei!” Hyūga Tsukuyomi accepted the Chakra Paper with both hands and then channeled her chakra into it.
Matsuake, standing nearby, curiously leaned in to see what the result would be.
As Tsukuyomi infused her chakra, the Chakra Paper underwent corresponding changes.
Divided by a central line, the left half quickly wrinkled, while the right half burst into flames.
“The left half wrinkling indicates the Lightning attribute, and the right half catching fire indicates the Fire attribute.” Seeing Tsukuyomi’s somewhat puzzled expression, Matsuake explained.
The Hyūga Clan did not emphasize learning ninjutsu of other attributes, believing that the Gentle Fist and the Byakugan were the foundation of their clan.
Therefore, they didn’t deliberately stress this knowledge when educating the younger generation.
“Not bad, two attributes as well.
And your chakra attributes don’t overlap, so you can complement each other perfectly,” Hashirama said with a smile.
Then, his expression turned serious.
“Although the Hyūga Clan’s Byakugan and Gentle Fist are formidable, ninjutsu can sometimes have unexpected effects.” “So even if your future training focuses on the Gentle Fist, it’s best to have some basic knowledge and reserves in ninjutsu of various attributes.” “I was present during yesterday’s Graduation Exam.
Now, let me point out some of the shortcomings you currently have.” Hearing this, both Matsuake and Tsukuyomi perked up their ears attentively.
Hashirama’s strength far surpassed theirs, and having experienced countless battles, he possessed an immense wealth of experience.
The issues and flaws he pointed out might very well be the direction for their future training.
This time, Hashirama first looked toward Tsukuyomi.
“Tsukuyomi, you awakened your Byakugan relatively early, and your coordination with the Gentle Fist is quite good—that deserves praise.
Watching your battle yesterday, I could already see glimpses of your brother’s style.” “However, the shortcoming is that the transition between your Gentle Fist and the Taijutsu you learned at the Ninja Academy is rather stiff.” “And as I mentioned earlier, you have a weakness in Ninjutsu, which could become an opening for enemies to exploit.” “I understand, Hashirama-sensei.” Tsukuyomi humbly accepted Hashirama’s advice.
Next, Hashirama turned his gaze to Matsuake.
“Matsuake, your performance yesterday surprised both me and your second uncle.
I didn’t expect you to improve so much.” “However, your use of Chakra Enhanced Strength is still not proficient enough, or rather, your control over Chakra is insufficient, resulting in quite a bit of wasted Chakra.” “Compared to the monkey, your Ninjutsu repertoire is lacking, but given that you’re five or six years apart in age, there’s no need to rush in that regard.” “Finally, your practical combat experience is insufficient.
Compared to other ninjas who have experienced real life-and-death battles, the gap is quite evident.” “I understand, Uncle.” Matsuake also gained some insight in his heart.
His mastery of Chakra Enhanced Strength was indeed shallow; he had felt that Chakra consumption was rapid when using the Monstrous Strength Slash, and now he realized this was partly the reason.
As for practical combat experience, he had never truly faced a life-or-death struggle.
His previous battles were limited to instructional sparring with Yoriichi Tsugikuni and practice matches with Tsukuyomi.
“Tomorrow, we’ll undertake our first mission as Team 11.
After you return today, make your preparations.
We’ll assemble at the village gates at eight in the morning.” “As for now, to celebrate you becoming Genin, I’ll treat you all to barbecue!” Some were delighted, while others were troubled.
In a large mansion somewhere within the Uchiha Clan’s territory.
A Uchiha Clan youth around fifteen years old, with a ninja sword strapped to his back, stood with a gloomy expression.
Before him, Suke hung his head, his face filled with fear.
This Uchiha youth was Suke’s older brother, Uchiha Setsuna.
He was a hardliner within the Uchiha Clan, fervently believing that the Uchiha Clan was the greatest clan.
The Uchiha hardliners believed that Konohagakure was jointly founded by Hashirama and Madara.
After Hashirama, Konohagakure should be led by the Uchiha Clan.
When Madara was still in Konohagakure, they remained relatively subdued, believing that the position of Second Hokage rightfully belonged to the Uchiha.
However, now that Madara had left the village, it seemed that Tobirama was the most likely candidate to become the next Hokage.
Consequently, the Uchiha hardliners grew restless.
With Hashirama still present, they dared not openly show their dissent.
But in the future, once Tobirama assumed power, they would likely be unable to restrain themselves any longer.
Even now, though the Uchiha hardliners dared not act overtly, they still engaged in some covert maneuvers behind the scenes.
“You useless fool!
Not only are you inferior to that Senju brat, you’re even worse than that Hyūga brat!” Setsuna scolded, even raising his hand as if to slap his younger brother.
But seeing that Suke’s hand was still wrapped in bandages, he dismissed the thought.