Starting with rogue ninjas, building the insect kingdom.

Chapter 424 Four Kage-Level Routes

Deidara is a very curious person. He had been racking his brains for days, his mind filled with the spirit and will that Nanshi had mentioned.

He wanted to ask Kakuzu, but Kakuzu's face seemed to say "Don't bother me." He wanted to ask Shibuki, but Shibuki was always busy with documents and told him with a smile that he wasn't quite sure either, because he hadn't undergone a transformation, so he was just an elite Jonin.

However, this difficulty was no problem for Deidara, because he soon met Fu, who had come to the Land of Earth by subway.

As we all know, children are the easiest to fool.

Deidara squatted down in front of Fu, giving her a kind smile: "Fu, would you like some candy?"

Xiao Fu looked up at him and said, "Kids will get cavities if they eat too much candy, big brother. I advise you not to eat too much either."

Deidara felt embarrassed by what was said. He scratched his head, feeling like he was being treated like a child.

"Actually, I was wondering if you know how to transform one's spirit and will?"

"I know," Xiao Fu replied without hesitation.

"Actually, what you really want to ask is about the methods to transform into a Kage-level powerhouse, right?"

"Yes, yes, that's it." Deidara hurriedly asked. This was knowledge that the upper class kept secret, probably a core secret within the organization.

If he applies this knowledge effectively, wouldn't that be considered truly penetrating to the core?

At this moment, Xiao Fu said, "My lord said that the biggest difference between a true Kage-level powerhouse and one who has undergone a transformation is whether or not they have experienced a metamorphosis."

He then pulled a thick book from his pocket and handed it to Deidara. "My lord said there are four types of Kage-level shinobi."

"The first type is called the natural type, which refers to those with extremely large chakra reserves or extremely special physiques, capable of suppressing tailed beasts. They do not need to undergo any transformation; as long as they grow naturally and make flexible use of their talents, they will become natural Kage-level powerhouses once they can flexibly apply their combat awareness and experience."

"And you obviously are not."

Deidara: "..." So I was just not a genius by nature!

Xiao Fu didn't notice his expression at all and continued, "So you can only take three other paths. They are physical transformation, spiritual transformation, and the ultimate mastery of magic."

The term "Kage-level powerhouse" refers to someone whose physical body has undergone a transformation, capable of withstanding chakra attribute changes, form changes, and attacks from ninjutsu.

Deidara asked in surprise, "Take it or leave it?"

"Yes, we'll tough it out!" Xiao Fu said.

"If someone could withstand that kind of ninjutsu, would they even be human?"

Xiao Fu nodded affirmatively: "Of course. For example, our lord, for example, Lord Kakuzu, and for example, Naoto. Ordinary elite Jonin can withstand this kind of ninjutsu without even getting hurt."

For example, Orochimaru, who has a cooperative relationship with adults, can also withstand this type of ninjutsu. It is said that the former Third Raikage was also a Kage-level powerhouse of this type.

Therefore, breaking through to the Kage level physically is the most difficult of all Kage-level powerhouses.

The second type is a spiritual transformation, which causes a sharp change in chakra, thereby increasing one's own chakra, chakra control, and the power of ninjutsu, among other changes.

Most Kage-level ninjas in the ninja world actually became Kage-level ninjas through this method. There is another explanation for this kind of transformation, which is finding the ninja way.

This path follows the traditional ninja path, which, simply put, involves having clear self-confidence, upholding one's will, and then undergoing a transformation of one's spirit and will through countless battles.

For example, the Kage of the Five Great Ninja Villages throughout history, except for the First Hokage.

As for the last type, it is developing one's skills to the extreme. Kakuzu and Naoto also started by developing their skills to the extreme to reach the Kage level.

As the saying goes, "one trick is enough to make you rich," but it also has its drawbacks. If you find the weakness of a technique and have no other countermeasures, you will surely die.

Therefore, while Kage-level powerhouses who rely on techniques seem the most troublesome, they are also the easiest to deal with. As the Lord has said, their strength comes from techniques, not from their own abilities.

You are the most typical example. Clay bombs seem to be very comprehensive and powerful, and ordinary elite ninjas can't beat you. But if you really encounter an elite powerhouse who has a lot of trump cards and knows your weaknesses, you will have a hard time fighting them.

Therefore, I believe that what you are learning now is not how to improve your techniques, but rather how to improve your physical body and spirit, allowing both to transform. Combined with your techniques, as long as your opponent isn't an extremely powerful individual, no matter how many ninjas come, they will all die.

Deidara was greatly shocked when he heard this concept. He suddenly felt that only when one's spirit, body, and skills all break through to the Kage level can one be considered a true Kage-level powerhouse.

Unable to contain his excitement, he continued, "Little Fu, since you know so much about this, do you know how to accomplish these three changes?"

"There are actually many methods. The simplest is to gradually improve your body by taking over-the-counter medications. This is a very long process, but it's the most stable. Besides that, are you willing to undergo physical modifications?"

Whenever physical modification is mentioned, Deidara can't help but think of his encounter with Yomi a few days ago. In fact, his hands turning into two mouths was due to suggestions from someone within the organization, and he was subsequently modified by Yomi.

Huang Quan had suggested making major changes to his body, but he shook his head and refused. He was capable of becoming a movie star on his own, and he didn't want to become a monster.

He shook his head vigorously, "No, no, I can't accept that. How long do I need to take the insect medicine?"

"Whether it takes a few years or more than ten years, it mainly depends on your own efforts."

"That's taking too long."

He was an impatient person, and he felt that taking insect medicine and gradually strengthening his body was too slow.

"There's no other way to achieve a transformation of one's spirit and will. The simplest method is to hone one's will through battle after battle. Of course, you could also seek guidance from the Land of Demons, but I don't think you have the talent to cultivate soul ninjutsu!"

After Xiao Fu finished speaking, she turned and left, because Deidara was already performing the last technique and did not need her guidance.

Actually, he felt that Deidara was too impatient. Since he couldn't accept the transformation, he couldn't expect to become fat overnight.

Deidara was a bit discouraged after not getting any truly useful information, and even his usual ninjutsu training lacked energy.

Not long after, he heard that a device that could directly train the body had been developed in the distant land of snow.

So he had a sudden idea and decided to go to the Land of Snow to become a test subject.

By the time Kakuzu and the others received the message, they were already on the airship.

It doesn't matter, let him cause trouble, he's just a kid. Deidara does have a lot of potential, but he's still young, and he's currently at the bottom of the organization.