Chapter 127.2 : Kage List!

On this day, throngs of ninjas flooded into the Golden List live broadcast room.

Golden List Live Room.

[Kakashi: The announcement for the list is imminent!

[Tsunade: Yes, it's almost time. Three lists, I wonder what they entail?

[Fourth Raikage: I hope this list will place me higher and compensate for my previous defeat.

[Tsunade: Fourth Raikage, how do you find the new Konoha technology? Is the Hashirama Cell arm satisfactory?

[Fourth Raikage: It functions adequately, but it still doesn't compare to the original arm.

[Third Tsuchikage: Fourth Raikage, perhaps you could negotiate with the leader for a healing charm to aid in your recovery. Alternatively, you could utilize Tsunade's Katsuyu for its healing properties. In a few months, your arm could be restored.

[Fourth Raikage: Ahem, never mind. I think the Hashirama Cell arm will suffice.

A notification soon appeared in the Golden List live broadcast room, signaling the imminent release of the three lists.

[The new list will be updated in ten minutes. This list pertains to Kage-level individuals. Note: The list does not differentiate between regular Kage, super Kage, or those below the Six Paths level, regardless of cultivation system.]

The announcement stirred excitement among many super Kage-level figures.

[Kakashi: So, it's a Kage-level list. But it's likely to be dominated by super Kage-level individuals. Regular Kage might find it hard to make the cut.

[Tsunade: Exactly. Yasao's three forces boast numerous super Kage-level members, so they'll likely dominate the rankings.

[Fourth Raikage: While super Kage-level individuals are scarce, they should all find a place on the list. However, regular Kage might struggle to qualify.

[Sarutobi Asuma: It seems I won't be making the list.

[Hyuga Hiashi: Agreed. We might not even get close.

Despite the significant improvements in their strength, Sarutobi Asuma and Hyuga Hiashi were still considered ordinary Kage-level, unable to meet the criteria for the Kage-level list.

On the other hand, Kakashi and Might Guy had ascended to the ranks of super Kage-level, ensuring their inclusion.

[Senju Hashirama: So, after the Kage-level list comes the Six Paths list? But if there are three lists, what's the third?

[Uchiha Madara: Hashirama, you're not even qualified for the Six Paths list. Worrying about it is pointless.]

[Fourth Raikage: There definitely aren't a hundred powerhouses at the level of the Six Paths, so the number of Six Paths-ranked individuals must be small.]

"Six Paths list... unfortunately, I won't make it," murmured Uchiha Obito.

Despite his formidable strength, he fell just short of Six Paths caliber.

Nevertheless, on the Kage-level roster, he undoubtedly ranked among the elite. If he secured one of the top positions, he could reap substantial rewards, potentially propelling him towards Six Paths status.

[Garaga: Hahaha, there's bound to be a Six Paths list coming up, and I'll surely make it!]

[Kumoko: I'm confident I'll top the Six Paths list!]

[Beerus: Our ranking should mirror that of the pet list. After all, it's based on strength as well.]

Time crept by, and soon, ten minutes elapsed.

It was then that the Kage-level roster was unveiled.

Countless individuals eagerly awaited its release, anticipating their placement.

[Rank 100 on the Kage-level list: Hatake Sakumo]

[Fourth Raikage: Konoha's White Fang, Hatake Sakumo, barely makes the cut at 100th place!]

(Third Tsuchikage: Sakumo's early demise hindered his ascent to the ranks of super Kage-level. Additionally, he never claimed rewards for his feats, instead gifting them to Konoha. His strength saw little advancement.)

[Hatake Sakumo: Hahaha, being listed suffices. With so many super Kage-levels around, how could I expect a higher rank?]

(Third Hokage: 100th place... undeniably modest.)

[Sarutobi Asuma: Even Hatake Sakumo-sama ranks 100th. My prospects seem bleak indeed.]

[Hyuga Hiashi: Let's be mere spectators since we're not on these lists!]

Shortly after, the 99th spot on the Kage-level list was disclosed.

[Kage-level list No. 99: Sarutobi Hiruzen]

[Fourth Raikage: Hahaha, Third Hokage, only 99th place?]

[Third Tsuchikage: Considering Orochimaru got to him, his rank isn't surprising.]

[Fourth Raikage: Some still tout him as the strongest Hokage in history, the pinnacle of shinobi prowess. Yet, this ranking is a stinging rebuke. You can't deny it anymore; this is your standing.]

[ Sarutobi Hiruzen:…]

[ Senju Hashirama: Little monkey, your standing's a tad low!]

[ Senju Tobirama: It's indeed feeble, barely scraping onto the Kage-level list!]

Sarutobi Hiruzen felt a pang of helplessness. Despite his self-promoted legends, he never fathomed ranking a mere 99th on the Kage-level list—an embarrassment beyond measure!

If he were ranked 50th, hardly anyone would make a fuss.

But the crux of the matter lies in his burgeoning fame, which now leaves him feeling embarrassed.

Even though the Third Tsuchikage's rank is lower than his, the Third Tsuchikage refrains from boasting.

[Third Tsuchikage: Third Hokage, you just remarked that my ranking is low. Hahaha, your ranking is akin to mine!]

[Fourth Raikage: I've stumbled upon something quite amusing."

[Terumi Mei: Pray tell, what's this amusing thing?]

[Fourth Raikage: It's this—The First and Second Hokages are undoubtedly stronger than the Third Hokage, and even the Fourth Hokage outstrips the Third Hokage. 

As for the Fifth Hokage, Tsunade, she's now reached a super Kage-level and naturally surpasses the Third Hokage. Let's not even delve into the future Seventh Hokage.

While not yet Hokage, he is already at the level of the Six Paths. So, where the Third Hokage was once seen as the strongest Hokage, he's clearly the weakest!]

[Terumi Mei: The Fourth Raikage's analysis is astute. As he suggests, the Third Hokage does indeed seem the weakest among the Hokage!)

[Fourth Raikage: Furthermore, during the Third Hokage's tenure, Konoha was at its weakest, not even reaching super Kage-level! The weakest Hokage in history presiding over the weakest era!]

[Third Hokage: Fourth Raikage, are you attempting to ridicule me to death?]

[Fourth Raikage: I'm merely stating facts. Where's the slander in that? If I've erred, do correct me.]

Sarutobi Hiruzen is left speechless. It appears the Fourth Raikage is onto something; he does seem to be the weakest Hokage, presiding over a period when Konoha was indeed frail.

Subsequently, the lists for Kage-level ninjas were revealed one after the other, soon followed by the announcement of the super-Kage-level powerhouses.

A slew of unfamiliar names echoed through the crowd. Many didn't recognize these individuals, but they speculated that these super-Kage-level figures belonged to the underground black market, ninja guilds, or mercenary organizations.

However, they soon noticed that the rankings of these super-Kage-levels were surprisingly low, indicating their strength likely resided at the lower end of the spectrum.

Time trickled by as the Kage-level list was gradually unveiled, reaching the 30th spot.

[No. 30 on the Kage-level list: Hidan]

[Hidan: Hahaha! To be ranked 30th on the Kage-level list, surpassing Sarutobi Hiruzen by so much? What a revelation!

Hidan's words were deliberate. In truth, his high ranking was to be expected, given his acquisition of Conqueror's Haki and a year's immersion in the magic spring, enhancing his physical prowess.

It's safe to say his current strength is formidable even among super shadow-level ninjas.

Meanwhile, Sarutobi Hiruzen is left feeling utterly embarrassed. How could he be content when nameless juniors surpass him?

Next, the 29th spot on the Kage-level list was unveiled.

[No. 29 on the Kage-level list: Hoshigaki Kisame]

[No. 28 on the Kage-level list: Kakashi]

[No. 27 on the Kage-level list: Gaara]

As the list continued, those yet to be announced felt a sense of relief, knowing they would certainly make the cut. Absence from the announcements implied a high ranking.

In truth, they lacked a precise grasp of their own abilities, given the closeness of the rankings at the top, leaving any placement possible.

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