In the serene surroundings of the training ground, Yuta sat cross-legged under the shade of a tree, his eyes closed in concentration. He was attempting to unlock the gateway to his inner power—his chakra. As a non-native inhabitant of this world, he knew that the previous owner of his body had already awakened their chakra, but Yuta had to start from scratch. He focused his mind, seeking the subtle energy within him.
For five minutes, he sat in stillness, his breathing slow and deliberate. He tried to quiet his thoughts, listening for the gentle hum of his chakra. At first, there was nothing, just an eerie silence. But then, like a spark of warmth on a cold winter's night, he felt it. A gentle, soothing sensation spread through his body as if his cells were awakening from a deep slumber.
Excitement coursed through him as he realized he had finally found his chakra. With a sense of wonder, he willed the energy to flow through his body. It was like trying to tame a wild animal—unpredictable and resistant at first, but with gentle coaxing, it began to respond. For five minutes, he guided the chakra through his veins, feeling its power and potential.
As he opened his eyes, a triumphant grin spread across his face. "Chakra Unlocked! Next step, learning Ninjutsu!" he exclaimed, his voice barely above a whisper.
From his bag, he retrieved a worn leather-bound book, adorned with the emblem of the academy. The book was titled "Fundamental Jitsu: A Beginner's Guide." Yuta had heard that the academy's curriculum began with three basic jutsu, designed to lay the groundwork for more advanced techniques. He delved into the book, eager to learn.
The Clone Jutsu, he read, was an illusion technique that created a duplicate of oneself. While it might be useful for distraction or deception, it was relatively easy to see through and wouldn't be effective in combat. The Substitution Jutsu, on the other hand, allowed the user to switch places with a nearby object or person. This technique had potential, but only if executed quickly and without the need for hand seals. The Transformation Jutsu, the third and final jutsu, enabled the user to disguise themselves as someone or something else. However, its limitations in combat were similar to those of the Clone Jutsu.
Yuta's eyes scanned the pages, drinking in the information.
After reading the chapter about the transmission technique, he practiced it for an hour.
[Ding After a period of study, you think the "Fundamental Jutsu: A Beginner's Guide." is easy to understand, and after training, proficiency in clone technique has greatly improved.
[Read Current Progress on Fundamental Jutsu: A Beginner's Guide. 33%!]
[Transformation has reached level 1. Current Proficiency (4/200)]
Yuta gazed at the panel in front of him, a sense of satisfaction washing over him as he confirmed that his chakra was indeed unlocked.
With his chakra unlocked, Yuta turned his attention to the next chapter in his book: the Clone Technique. He settled into a comfortable position, his eyes scanning the pages as he delved into the intricacies of the jutsu.
"The Clone Technique," the book read, "is a fundamental jutsu that creates a duplicate of the user. This duplicate, or 'clone,' is a mere illusion, created by manipulating the user's chakra to create a false image of themselves. The clone isn't that useful in combat as it can't do anything and any Genin could see through it."
He stood up, his eyes scanning the surrounding area. The training ground was empty; the only sound was the distant chirping of birds. Yuta smiled to himself, feeling a sense of anticipation. It was time to put his newfound knowledge to the test.
Yuta made the ram sign and molded his chakra just like he read
"Clone jutsu!" He yelled. A puff of smoke came beside him, and when it cleared, it showed a pale-looking Yuta.
"Yeah, I'm going to need to train more," Yuta said as he started training again.
After another hour of training, he sat down sweating with barely any strength left.
[Ding after a period of training Clone Technique Proficiency has increased significantly.]
[Level 1 (7/200)]
Yuta stood tall, his eyes fixed on the spot where he wanted to create his clone. He took a deep breath, focusing his chakra as he had read in the book. With a swift motion, he formed the Ram hand seal, his fingers weaving together in an intricate pattern. He felt his chakra surge in response, flowing through his body like a river.
"Clone jutsu!" he yelled, his voice echoing through the training ground.
A puff of smoke erupted beside him, and Yuta's eyes widened with anticipation. When the smoke cleared, a pale-looking clone of himself stood before him. The clone's eyes were dull, and its movements were stiff, but it was unmistakably a copy of Yuta.
Yuta's face fell, his enthusiasm dampened by the clone's lackluster appearance. "Yeah, I'm going to need to train more," he muttered, feeling a twinge of disappointment.
But he didn't let his disappointment deter him. Instead, he steeled himself for another round of training. He repeated the Clone Technique again and again, each time pouring more of his chakra into the jutsu. Sweat dripped from his brow, and his muscles ached, but he refused to give up.
As the hours passed, Yuta's clones began to take on a more lifelike appearance. Their movements became more fluid, and their eyes became brighter. But Yuta knew he still had a long way to go. He pushed himself to his limits, his body screaming in protest as he continued to train.
Finally, after what felt like an eternity, Yuta collapsed onto the grass, his body exhausted. He lay there, his chest heaving, as he gazed up at the sky.
Just as he was about to drift off to sleep, a notification echoed in his mind.
[Ding! After a period of intense training, your Clone Technique Proficiency has increased significantly.
Yuta's eyes snapped open, and he sat up, a surge of excitement coursing through him. He focused his mind, and a small window appeared before him, displaying his progress.
[Clone Technique Proficiency: Level 1 (7/200)]
Yuta's eyes widened as he took in the numbers. He had made significant progress, but he still had a long way to go. He grinned to himself, feeling a sense of determination. He would master the Clone Technique, no matter what it took. He dragged himself back home and fell down on his bed.
"I think I shouldn't use this much chakra all the time." He muttered
And with that thought, he drifted off to sleep, his body and mind exhausted but his spirit unbroken.