Chapter 284 : Scientific Research Talents!!

Kazuhiko quickly refocused his thoughts, considering the relationship between ninjas and civilians in the Land of Red.

Currently, the ninjas and commoners in the Land of Red coexist peacefully, and the class distinctions between Genins and civilians are slowly diminishing, almost to the point of being undetectable.

In the current state of the Land of Red, ninjas are not seen as exalted or superior beings.

However, Kazuhiko knows that if this continues, there may eventually be a rift between those with absolute power and ordinary civilians.

Kazuhiko is determined to prevent this estrangement from ever becoming a reality.

To accomplish this, Kazuhiko believes that everyone must work together.

First, the Land of Red should maintain a stable and flourishing environment.

This stability allows ordinary people to have enough to eat and save for daily necessities. This financial security means parents can send their children to ninja schools without worrying about pulling them out early to work and support their families.

Kazuhiko does not expect everyone to be a powerful ninja; instead, he hopes that more civilians will become ordinary ninjas. This way, they can understand chakra and ninjutsu and not view it as something alien and mystical.

Understanding dispels fear. If ordinary people comprehend the principles behind ninjutsu, they won't fear ninjas as much, and they won't view ninjas as awe-inspiring or otherworldly.

Kazuhiko has also established a new ninja school, a high military academy. This institution separates those who specialize in combat from those who use ninjutsu without engaging in fighting.

In Kazuhiko's vision, every household should have one or two people who can use ninjutsu, even if they're not full-fledged ninjas. This way, they can perform tasks more efficiently, and their use of ninjutsu won't seem so foreign to other civilians.

For combat-oriented ninjas, Kazuhiko plans to enhance ideological education, emphasizing their role in society. After these ninjas graduate, or effectively retire, they will be provided with housing based on their service and merit in designated areas. 

This approach helps them transition into civilian life alongside other retired ninjas, allowing them to integrate smoothly into society.

Additionally, the educational programs will encourage retiring ninjas to adapt to non-combat roles and discourage the use of destructive ninjutsu in public spaces.

By doing so, Kazuhiko hopes to create a harmonious society where civilians and ninjas coexist without fear or prejudice.

Kazuhiko had a grand plan, a strategy with multiple layers and approaches, some of which were already in motion, while others required ongoing effort. 

The core idea was to make the Land of Red stronger, not just through individual might but by building the collective strength of the entire nation. In times of turmoil, a strong country could better survive and thrive.

This strengthening wasn't about individual ninja skills alone. Kazuhiko wanted the entire Land of Red to be respected, even feared, not just because of him but because of the power of the nation as a whole.

However, there was a fundamental challenge: not everyone in the ninja world could refine Chakra due to inherent limitations. Even among the Uzumaki clan, there were people like this. What should be done about them? Should they be discarded or marginalized?

Kazuhiko took a different approach. He introduced the Marine Six Styles, a Taijutsu technique that didn't rely on Chakra. The people who couldn't refine Chakra found new hope with this method. 

Their physical fitness often surpassed that of regular ninjas, making them perfect candidates for the Marine Six Styles.

As they began training, their transformation was remarkable. Those who were once seen as outsiders within their own clan now had a way to fight and contribute. 

They trained with fervor, as if they were making up for years of feeling left out. These "non-Chakra" members of the Uzumaki clan began to shine, proving they could be just as formidable as any Chakra-wielding ninja.

This newfound strength had an unexpected benefit for the Land of Red. With more trained warriors, the country's military might grew, adding a different dimension to the nation's power. 

It wasn't just about ninjas with Chakra—it was about a diverse and robust fighting force.

However, the challenge remained for those outside the Uzumaki clan. Without the clan's inherent physicality, mastering the Marine Six Styles was more challenging. The ninja world, after all, valued talent and bloodline limit above all else.

Kazuhiko had a plan for them too. He aimed to bridge the gap between ordinary people and ninjas through scientific research. The introduction of "scientific ninja tools" was one step in that direction, allowing ordinary people to access some level of ninjutsu. 

Moreover, talented individuals like Hiruko were exploring ways to make ninjutsu available to regular people, even if just at a basic level like Genin. 

This effort required a deep understanding of genetics and science, areas where Kazuhiko felt the ninja world still had much to learn.

Despite his efforts, Kazuhiko knew that experts like Orochimaru and Hiruko were rare, and their knowledge was not easily replicated. 

Nonetheless, his vision was clear: make the Land of Red a formidable force by embracing both tradition and innovation, ensuring that everyone had a role to play in the nation's success.

These individuals are visionaries capable of advancing the scientific understanding of the ninja world, possessing exceptional knowledge and skills.

It's no small feat to carry out groundbreaking research in a world with such a limited scientific base as the ninja world. It takes an extraordinary level of talent and resourcefulness to achieve what they have. 

In another time and place, they'd be celebrated for their genius and contributions to the future of humanity.

But in the ninja world, their survival is precarious. They often face rejection, as their work is dismissed or even demonized. The ninja world has little regard for these technical experts, viewing their research as some form of dangerous heresy.

However, for Kazuhiko, there's no question about embracing these brilliant minds. While Orochimaru has a complex personality that makes him hard to approach, Kazuhiko has the patience and the vision to focus on nurturing such talents. 

He recognizes that the scientific research department needs people like this to thrive.