Naruto evolution system

Chapter 187: Testing and Planning

Land of Birds

Within a secluded courtyard, Baishi's figure silently materialized. He scanned his surroundings with sharp focus, ensuring no hidden threats lingered. Only after confirming his safety did he exhale in relief.

"Was that the White Snake Sage just now?"

The memory of the oppressive killing intent sent a shiver down his spine. Since arriving in this world, Baishi had never encountered such a bone-chilling presence emanating from a single being.

Considering the situation and his location, it was clear—the one who attacked him must have been the White Snake Sage.

"No wonder they call her a millennia-old monster. Truly terrifying," Baishi muttered, his voice tinged with awe and lingering unease.

Compared to her, Tenjin-hime felt like a mere child—a small threat in contrast to the overwhelming force he had just escaped. Without his Mental Barrier, Baishi was certain he would have succumbed to that intense killing intent, left defenseless in its wake.

Suddenly struck by a thought, Baishi quickly checked his body for any lingering chakra traces or marks. After a thorough inspection, he sighed in relief.

"Nothing left behind… Good."

He deduced that due to the White Snake Sage's immense size and power, her ability to manifest directly into the shinobi world was limited. Having evaded her immediate attack, Baishi felt relatively confident that he wouldn't face immediate danger again.

As for the remaining high-ranking members of Ryūchi Cave?

Baishi dismissed them with a smirk. The battle with Tenjin-hime had demonstrated that he could handle them with ease. Even if they sought revenge, they wouldn't pose a significant threat.

Satisfied, Baishi closed his eyes briefly, his mind entering the mental space where he connected with his loyal subordinates through their spiritual imprints. "Withdraw," he commanded.

Although these subordinates hadn't been called upon during the conflict, Baishi didn't view their presence as unnecessary. He believed that preparation was key to avoiding unforeseen complications.

With the withdrawal order issued, Baishi returned his focus to the present. Heading indoors, he seated himself cross-legged and began testing the effects of Sage Chakra on his evolution process.

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Unlike standard chakra, Sage Chakra was inherently more potent. Not only was its volume 1.5 times greater due to the addition of natural energy, but its higher energy tier also promised enhanced results. Baishi's anticipation grew as he initiated the experiment.

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Hours passed as he conducted meticulous tests. By the time he finished, the sky outside had darkened. Baishi opened his eyes, a flicker of satisfaction dancing within them.

The results exceeded his expectations. His evolutionary speed had doubled.

While this improvement was significant, Baishi couldn't help but feel slightly disappointed. Given the stark difference in quality between standard and Sage Chakra, he had hoped for a three- or four-fold acceleration.

However, he soon identified the bottleneck: time.

Even with Sage Mode, the process of gathering natural energy remained time-consuming. The abundance of natural energy near Ryūchi Cave had facilitated faster absorption, but the general world outside lacked such favorable conditions.

Compounding this issue was Baishi's immense chakra reserves. To fully convert his chakra into Sage Chakra, he required even more natural energy than most practitioners.

After careful observation, Baishi determined that he needed approximately two hours to gather enough natural energy for each full activation of Sage Mode.

This time gap significantly impacted his efficiency. However, despite this limitation, utilizing Sage Chakra still proved far more effective than relying solely on standard chakra.

To further optimize his evolution, Baishi concluded that he needed to address the time constraint.

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Two Possible Solutions:

1. Enhance absorption efficiency by upgrading Energy Absorption and Natural Energy Affinity to reduce the time required for natural energy intake.

2. Create a concentrated natural energy zone, similar to the Ryūchi Cave or the other two Sage Regions.

The first approach was straightforward—simply focus on leveling up the relevant abilities.

The second idea was more ambitious. Baishi glanced at the spatial ring on his right hand.

"If Ryūchi Cave can absorb and concentrate the world's natural energy, then this ring might be capable of something similar," he reasoned.

After all, the ring functioned as an independent space, akin to the Sage Regions. If he could unlock its potential, he could transform it into a personal sanctuary brimming with natural energy.

Baishi's mind flashed back to Orochimaru's cursed seals. Through his experiments on test subjects, Baishi had deduced that the seals worked by drawing in natural energy to trigger a pseudo-Sage transformation.

Leveraging this principle, combined with his mastery of sealing techniques and his understanding of cursed seals, Baishi believed he could devise a formation akin to a "Spiritual Gathering Array."

If successful, his spatial ring would become a private "Sage Paradise."

The mere thought of it sent a thrill through Baishi. He had to suppress his excitement, reminding himself that the concept was still theoretical.

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As he solidified his plans, another matter arose: Cell Adaptability.

Currently at Level X (99.9%), the ability was on the verge of advancing. But Baishi hesitated.

He noticed that Cell Adaptability had begun overlapping with other defensive traits like Toxin Resistance, Heat Resistance, and Cold Resistance. This convergence suggested that combining these abilities before advancing might result in a more comprehensive and versatile evolution.

The downside? Such a strategy would delay progress, as it required prioritizing upgrades to his resistances first.

After weighing his options, Baishi decided to hold off on advancing Cell Adaptability. The long-term potential of a combined evolution outweighed the immediate benefits of a rushed advancement.

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With his priorities set, Baishi exited the house.

The day had been exhausting, both mentally and physically. Before diving back into his rigorous training and evolution, he decided to treat himself to a well-earned feast.

(End of Chapter)

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