It feels like everyone is riding bicycles, and then suddenly someone appears driving a car.
It's not the same means of transportation or the same track at all.
How do you play this?
A thousand years ago, that was the time when the legendary Six Paths Sage lived.
It is said that this ninjutsu can create the world at will.
An era where artifacts are thrown everywhere.
To be honest, even they were moved.
The representative of the ninja village was feeling uneasy.
And Ugetsu learned about the concept of "a thousand years ago" through Uchiha Shisui's popular science.
It is different from the scientific society where it is simply a historical era.
'Thousands of years ago' was a very special era for ninjas.
It is both history and legend, and is the origin of ninjas.
"Legend has it that in that era there was a legacy left over from the battle between the 'Goddess of the Rabbit' and the 'Devil of the Rabbit'. If you find it, you can become the heir of the Sage of Six Paths or something."
Uchiha Shisui picked out some of the key points he knew and introduced them.
Although I want to complain about why the legacy of the 'Goddess of the Rabbit' and the 'Devil of the Rabbit' would become the heir of the Six Paths Sage...but these are not the main points.
"So what you mean is that if this relic is real, then it is very likely to contain some magical or legendary things?"
"It is very likely so - of course, it may not be a treasure or something like that for ordinary people."
Considering the differences between ninjas and ordinary people, Uchiha Shisui added another sentence.
I see. It's similar to some props that are only effective for specific professions.
Although it is somewhat different from her original plan, it is indeed quite tempting in terms of both the gimmick and the actual value.
In simple terms...
It’s hard not to be tempted when seeing such a big cake in front of you.
Representatives from other ninja villages: "..."
Damn.
Of course they were not convinced, but they could only retreat for the time being.
After looking at each other, they immediately moved away and became nervous again.
The Hidden Cloud Village got the 'first place' by an unexpected method, so they still have to fight for the second, third, or fourth place...
In other words, they are returning to hostility.
It was just that he eliminated the Hidden Cloud Village first from his opponent's group.
But Yu Yue was thinking
It’s not just Ninja Survival anymore.
She was thinking about something like Temple Escape or Tomb Raider.
After all, according to previous experience, most of the ruins in the ninja world are accompanied by various mechanisms and hidden weapons.
Those that are about a hundred years old are like this, so those that are a thousand years old can be used as a "model of ancient mechanisms and traps".
If we can get the contents without destroying them, then the remaining "ruins" can be turned into an exploration project.
Since ancient times, adventure and treasure have been enduring and eye-catching themes in human society.
It would be such a waste to just make a "Ninja Survival" game.
As for the new project, it will definitely require more manpower and resources.
...Hey, isn't this guarding the Hidden Cloud Village?
Since it was the Hidden Cloud Village that took the initiative to propose cooperation, it is only natural for them to provide more manpower, right?
Besides, even if the Hidden Cloud Village is short of manpower, there is still the construction team of the Hidden Cloud Village.
If it is well restored and managed, it can be used as a classic case.
Apart from anything else, those who have ruins and intend to develop them will definitely give priority to the construction team of Iwagakure Village.
After all, it is better to mess up the ruins by yourself and cause them to collapse, and no value can be created.
Of course, it is more cost-effective to take away the treasure while allowing the ruins to continuously create more value for yourself.
As long as the ruins exist, the economy can be driven by developing tourism.
To be honest, Yu Yue felt that this might be more valuable than the treasure inside.
Treasures are basically one-time transactions, but tourism is a sustainable economic resource.
But we still have to see the details.
Therefore, Yu Yue immediately organized an "exploration team" and decided to conduct more research and investigation on this legendary "millennium-old ruins". They would set off directly after the intelligence was almost sorted out.
Although other ninja villages missed the opportunity to be 'first', they still have to work hard for the 'second'.
Therefore, they did not plan to take the ninjas who came here back directly. Instead, they simply transformed them into an "internship team" on the spot and officially joined the Ugetsu store here to start their "internship".
Although Yu Yue didn't give any definite information, they decided to treat this part of the work as part of their 'competitiveness'.
Of course, excellent projects must be matched with the best talents.
If even this point'
If they can't even do a simple job, then even if they can offer tempting bargaining chips, other ninja villages will definitely not agree.
Ninjas are not afraid of work.
Especially at this time, most of the people who come here are young and energetic, and they are fully motivated and put in great efforts to compete.
What’s more, you are not competing with people from your own village, but with elites from all over the world.
This in itself is also a cherished experience.
An experience that would have been unimaginable in the past.
After all, in the past when Ninja World Wars still occurred from time to time, "competing" with ninjas from other ninja villages was basically equivalent to a life-and-death duel.
Even if you are lucky enough not to lose your life, it is difficult to come back safely.
Like now, I can see the strength of others and compete with them with all my strength.
...Don't be too happy, okay?
Except for the corner, no one is very happy.
Originally, these people were "voluntarily helping", so he only needed to pay them a small amount of wages and provide a meal.
Now that I'm officially an 'intern', my expenses are much higher than before.
Although you don't need to pay for it yourself.
But in modern times when he is closely tied to Yu Yue Store, what's the difference between spending Yu Yue Store's money and cutting his flesh?
But the overall situation has been decided, and he is just a finance guy after all, so there is nothing he can say.
Kakuzu sighed, then waved his hand and doubled the schedule.
Now that things have come to this, he can only do some remedial work.
Anyway, all the ninjas are strong and healthy, so it won’t be a big deal if they do twice as much work.
It's a good opportunity for these young people to experience the cruelty of work.
Let them know that the world outside of ninja trials is also full of competition and cruelty.
On the other hand, after a brief information collection and investigation.
The exploration team formed by Yugetsu Store and the Hidden Cloud Village also set out.
After all, it is a relic from thousands of years ago, and no one knows what they will encounter. The lineup this time is quite luxurious.
In addition to the Hidden Cloud Village sending Killer Bee, the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki to lead the way.
There are also several elites on Yu Yue's side.
In addition to the unshakable Uchiha Shisui, Jiraiya and Orochimaru also joined the team.
Considering that the relics from thousands of years ago might be very fragile now, they did not choose to "attack with a large army".
Instead, they selected a minimum number of elite team members for exploration.
Tsunade originally wanted to come, but her hemophobia made it difficult for her to play her due role when her teammates were injured.
Finally, it was replaced by Hiruko who was also proficient in medical ninjutsu.
In fact, Beiliuhu was not willing to come at first, because the grafting research he was working on was at a critical moment.
He didn't believe that other people's stupid brains could handle it.
But considering that this was Miss Ugetsu's request, and that this was a relic from thousands of years ago, which was like a product of the mythological era to today's ninjas , he still agreed.
——It’s not because Miss Ugetsu promised to equip him with more high-tech equipment.
...Well, that is indeed part of the reason.
After all, advanced instruments are expensive and difficult to use.
If Miss Yu Yue hadn't intervened, it might have been three to five years before he got his turn.
In comparison, you can get the high-end machine you've been dreaming of by just making one trip...this is such a good deal.
Except for Ugetsu, everyone else was an elite ninja and did not need to prepare anything special. They packed their bags and set off on time.
The strength of these people may vary, but among all the ninjas, they are all at the top of the pyramid, so naturally they will not be tired because of this short journey.
Only Yu Yue said: "Sooner or later, we have to fix the traffic."
Ninjas can jump ten meters high and dozens of meters away.
But she can't.
Even if she was carried by someone the whole time, that feeling would not disappear.
It's like asking you to ride a pirate ship for three to five minutes. You think it's exciting and fun, and you can laugh.
But how many hours can you do it at a time?
It went up and down all the time - not to mention that in some places it almost rose and fell vertically.
It felt like I had gone from a pirate ship to a bungee jumping machine.
Who can stand doing the bungee jumping machine repeatedly for dozens of minutes?
In desperation, they could only choose a solution that was not a solution.
——Let Yu Yue fall asleep directly, and then use sealing techniques to reinforce it, ensuring stability to the greatest extent possible and preventing her from waking up during the bumps.
I slept like this for two days.
They finally arrived at the area where the intelligence clues showed the remains. It was a canyon overgrown with weeds, with no sign of civilization ever existing.
When the few people were packing up and leaving the camp, the rain
Yue also recovered from the state of 'car sickness'.
She stared blankly at several people studying the map and packing up the camp, and she seemed to have returned to modern society.
——How should I put it? She thought the ninja's exploration would be more ninja and less scientific.
The result seems to be not much different from archaeological excavations in modern society...
"I sent a spirit beast to investigate the surrounding area."
"We should be able to find the entrance today."
Just as Yu Yue was holding a cup of hot chocolate and thinking, Orochimaru's voice rang out.
"I'm also investigating the sky part."
Beiluhu followed closely behind.
"The upper part can see more clearly than the lower part. If I find anything, I will inform you."
Take back your previous judgment.
Yu Yue feels that there is a difference between the exploration of this world and modern society.
At least in modern society, it is impossible to detect it so quickly by "manpower" - that requires the use of machinery.
"What do you think, Miss Yu Yue?"
Noticing Ugetsu's occasional glances, Orochimaru took the initiative to ask.
"...No, it just seems to be progressing faster than I thought."
Or too fast.
She thought it would take at least three to five days, and another three to five days for development and preparation work... maybe she would have to be mentally prepared for a long-term battle.
If it was that fast… No wonder Shisui looked so confused when I told him to bring more things.
Given the current situation, it really won’t take long.
No, maybe I’ll be done with it in a week or so.
——This still includes the round-trip part.
“The excavation of ruins has always been about clues. Searching without clues is like flying without a head.”
Orochimaru explained in a good mood.
"As long as we can confirm the location, the rest will be no problem."
Ninjas have plenty of means of investigation.
Yu Yue expressed her understanding.
But also a little curious.
"Ninjas have been passed down for thousands of years, right? Is there no record of these things?"
In modern society, many relics of civilization have been lost due to lack of written records.
But ninjas have culture and heritage, so there shouldn't be no news at all, right?
Besides, this is the world of ninja.
With so many magical powers and incredible methods, it's impossible that you can't even save a message?
It's nothing else but a divine weapon, a mythical power.
It's impossible that the ninja world will also have plots like the ones in novels, such as the decline of spiritual energy and drastic changes in heaven and earth.
This question made several ninjas look at each other in confusion.
Rather than saying they 'don't know' the answer to the question, it's better to say they have never thought about it in this direction.
In a world where wars are frequent, it is already difficult to survive.
Who has the time to think about something like "relics" that has already disappeared?
"Well... who knows?"
Orochimaru shrugged.
"Perhaps the families with inheritance have all died in the past wars."
A war that lasted for a thousand years.
What was destroyed was not only civilization and cities, but also countless ninja clans.
There are always ninjas being born, and there are always ninjas disappearing.
For example, the 'Hagoromo' clan, which was at its peak many years ago, had completely disappeared when the ninja village was established.
In addition, the inheritance among the ninja clan is a "secret", and some secrets are not even known to anyone except the clan leader and the clan leader's successor.
If the patriarch of the previous generation has passed away, and the patriarch of the current generation has died in battle without passing the secrets to the next generation, then this inheritance will basically be impossible to find.
Although it sounds outrageous and makes people want to ask "Why not leave a little bit for future generations?", this is the custom passed down by ninjas and ninja clans.
This has been the case for thousands of years.
“What a shame.”
Ugetsu sighed.
If it could be preserved, it would bring so many business opportunities... no, it would be so many treasures for human society.
"It's not too late to find it now."
Uchiha Shisui put the blanket on Ugetsu's shoulders.
"Although it's still daytime, the canyon is very steamy, so Miss Yu Yue should keep warm."
"Thanks."
As Ugetsu thanked him, he saw a shadow flash past him. Then he saw Jiraiya holding a fruit and eating it in front of him.
"What were you talking about?"
He inserted himself into the conversation without any hesitation.
"Speaking of the ruins, the ninja has been passed down for thousands of years.
, but there are almost no records of these relics. Isn't it strange?"
“That’s true.”
Jiraiya stroked his chin.
Although he had never thought about it before, but...
"Maybe someone deliberately hid it?"
This question is really worrying.
Then, he used his great writer's imagination and began to imagine:
"Perhaps there is some dark force that has hidden these things for thousands of years, with the intention of not letting us modern ninjas discover the truth they are hiding... Ouch!"
Jiraiya was speaking excitedly when he suddenly held his head and cried out loudly. Then he turned around and looked angrily at Orochimaru behind him.
"Why did you hit me?"
"I'm telling you, this isn't a mission for Konoha... Don't even think about using your old tricks to mess with me."
Orochimaru, who took action, snorted coldly, fully expressing his disdain for his words.
——What is the tossing and turning.
He spoke as if he cared a lot about this guy.
The prerequisite for "making trouble for others" is to invest energy.
But Orochimaru didn't think Jiraiya was worth his attention at all.
"You should go to work."
Everyone is working, and you are the only one who wants to take a break?
No way.
“Tsk.”
Jiraiya shook his head and stood up, then jumped over to Killer Bee, who represented the Hidden Cloud Village, and casually hooked his arms around his neck.
"Let's go, let's go on patrol and ignore these two sinister and cunning guys."
"But I can't say I'm familiar with you."
Killer Bee still spoke in that rap-like tone, and his tone and content did not change because the other party was one of the famous "Three Ninjas of Konoha".
The opponent is the 'Three Ninjas', but as the Raikage's partner, I'm not bad either.
"Hey, isn't this just about having a drink together?"
Is there any relationship that can’t even be brought together for a drinking party?
I don't believe it.
"Let's go look for clues around here. We'll be more efficient than those two sinister guys. Maybe we can find some intelligence that was hidden thousands of years ago."
Jiraiya talked about whatever came to his mind.
The basis is without basis.
But the brain can
If you zoom in a little bit, you’ll come up with an idea for a new work.
There's no way. The ideas provided by Miss Yu Yue are good, but they are too weird and too extreme.
He doesn't accumulate ideas in his daily life, so he may not be able to write anything when the time comes.
Writing about this.
Inspiration, ideas, plot...are all completely different and independent.
Just because you have inspiration doesn't mean you can write a complete plot.
If you have ideas but no inspiration, what you come up with may just be a dry copy - no one really wants to see content that is exactly the same as their own life and has no novelty or characteristics.
So Jiraiya has now developed the habit of letting his mind run freely anytime and anywhere.
Anyway, think about it, it doesn’t cost any money.
Kirabi: “…”
I always feel that the people in Konoha are unreliable.
Kirabi himself is a free-spirited person who prefers being a rap singer to the work and life of a ninja.
But compared to the 'Three Ninjas' in front of him... he felt that he was still a little more normal.
However, the search for the entrance was not as smooth as Orochimaru had said.
At least until dark, no reliable area was found.
The snake controlled by Orochimaru indicated that there was indeed a considerable space in the mountains nearby.
But it couldn't find out the exact direction or where to enter.
But none of them were discouraged.
Orochimaru even discussed a more efficient and technical way of searching with Hiruzen on the spot.
Because Miss Yu Yue's target is the "ruins", if she wants to preserve the ruins intact, violent demolition methods are not advisable.
Although this will create a lot of trouble, on the other hand, it is also a good opportunity for them to brainstorm and challenge themselves.
Because most of the work in the ninja world is done by physical strength (whether it is ninjutsu or taijutsu), it is difficult for Orochimaru or Obito to have the opportunity to show their expertise in technology.
The 'mental work' and 'technology' they are best at are considered unorthodox by ordinary ninjas.
This is something you need to consider only when your positive strength is insufficient.
No one took it seriously except Miss Ugetsu.
But Miss Ugetsu's work has little to do with the ninja project.
——Of course, it doesn’t mean that it is completely unrelated, but compared with traditional ninja projects, the gap is
It's a bit far indeed.
This makes them feel a little regretful while having fun.
I regret that I didn't use my strength in real ninja-related matters.
Now, the exploration of this thousand-year-old ruins has unexpectedly given them the opportunity to make up for their regrets.
If the perfect development of this relic can be used as proof, then their hard work should be recognized by more people.
At least that's what Beiluo thought.
Yu Yue couldn't help much with the technical work. Seeing that they were discussing something enthusiastically, she chose to leave the tent and take a walk in the camp.
Because it was a camp prepared for work, they only cleared an area of ​​a few meters nearby.
A large tent serves as a meeting room, and the rest are personal residences.
To be honest, compared with the Sea Paradise and the carefully prepared Starry Sky Camp in the Sand Village, there is a considerable gap here in terms of conditions and scenery.
There are no long strips of light, nor any scenery that will immerse you at first glance.
Maybe the starry sky and air are good, but there are many places with the same conditions and better scenery...
"How could people thousands of years ago choose such a place?"
“Perhaps this place was a very suitable place for people to live thousands of years ago.”
Uchiha Shisui followed her and stood side by side with Ugetsu.
"After all, the world thousands of years ago has too many secrets and stories."
Uchiha Shisui said this, but felt a little regretful in his heart.
He actually doesn't know much about these things.
As a genius born in a time of war, his life consists of countless training, learning and fighting.
Uchiha Shisui never thought there was anything wrong with this kind of life.
But today, when he found that he could not tell more legends from thousands of years ago, he felt a little regretful.
——It would have been nice if I could have read more news in the past.
It wouldn't be the case that today, I would be at a loss for words when faced with Miss Yu Yue's questions.
"Maybe it's really like what Jiraiya said, there is some kind of existence that existed thousands of years ago and has been hiding everything."
Yu Yue suddenly changed the subject.
"Um?"
Uchiha Shisui turned his head, thinking that she had discovered something.
“You want
Ah, a force that existed thousands of years ago and buried all kinds of truths in the darkness, coupled with the 'treasures in the lost ruins'... isn't it a perfect match?"
The more Ugetsu thought about it, the more he felt it was a good gimmick.
Just like treasures on the sea, people prefer to describe them as 'pirates' treasure' rather than shipwrecks.
No matter how good the treasure is, it needs a story to go with it.
Yu Yue thought this was a good story.
"The faults in the ruins, and the continuous wars in the world... It's hard to say that there is no mastermind behind this, right?"
Yu Yue got into the state and started thinking quickly.
"Since there is a mastermind behind this, people should naturally explore and find out..."
Ugetsu touched his chin and felt that Jiraiya's guess was really a good publicity idea.
"By then, everyone will be an 'adventurer', and everyone who comes here will be a 'seeker' of the truth. People can pursue the 'truth' and solve the mastermind behind the scenes... How about it? Doesn't it sound exciting?"
In this way, playing in it naturally gives people a sense of mission.
Don’t be afraid that people won’t be immersed!
The curly-haired boy was stunned for a moment, then suddenly laughed out loud.
"…What? Is it wrong?"
Yu Yue frowned and looked over, only to see the young man laughing and shaking his head.
"No, not really... I just think that you are truly worthy of being Miss Ugetsuki."
No matter what it is, it will be given a completely different meaning in her hands.
If an ordinary person obtained the relics, he would definitely keep them hidden.
To be honest, when the Hidden Cloud Village gave this clue as a bargaining chip at the beginning, Uchiha Shisui also thought that Ugetsu just wanted to obtain the treasure and then seal up the ruins.
I'll follow the same pattern and build a similar one for people to visit... After all, this is a 'thousand-year-old relic', it's hard to hide it, so who would really want to use it?
But Miss Yu Yue said this, obviously she is really planning to make it into a "project" that can attract tourists.
Although it was strange for a ninja, Uchiha Shisui didn't hate it.
even.
...If there is one day.
These things related to the history of ninja can be treated in such a new and relaxed way, instead of being fought over or concealed as a "trump card".
That world would surely become a very peaceful and happy one.
Uchiha Shisui sincerely looked forward to that day.
On the other hand, Uchiha Itachi, who stayed in the Ugetsu Store branch, had some troubles.
He felt like he had encountered a pervert. !