104 Chapter 104: Chidori
"Those of you who have learned the Body Flicker Jutsu, step forward." Mutsuki addressed the members of Group A.
Shisui, Obito, Guy, Asuma, and others who had already mastered the Body Flicker Jutsu stepped out of the queue as Mutsuki instructed.
"For the last two weeks, aside from basic training, the main focus will be on practicing the Body Flicker Jutsu," Mutsuki explained the upcoming training schedule.
Then he spoke to those students who had already learned the Body Flicker Jutsu:
"For those of you who have mastered it, decide on your own how to spend this time for your training. You can continue learning from me as usual or practice according to your own preferences."
The Body Flicker Jutsu he was going to teach was not Soru, but rather the widely circulated Body Flicker Jutsu in Konoha, the D-rank Taijutsu that he initially taught Shisui.
This Body Flicker Jutsu holds a position in Konoha similar to that of the Three Basic Jutsu in the Academy—a Taijutsu that is not difficult but highly practical. Compared to Body Flicker Jutsu with Nature Transformation, such as Water Body Flicker and Lightning Body Flicker, the advantage of this D-rank Taijutsu Body Flicker Jutsu lies in its low requirements, easy learning curve, making it highly suitable for Genin and Chunin to study. Even some Jonin continue to use it, given its excellent cost-effectiveness.
Mutsuki had previously instructed students to undergo Chakra Control training to enhance their physical abilities, laying the groundwork for learning the Body Flicker Jutsu.
The primary technique of using Body Flicker Jutsu involves condensing Chakra in the feet and legs, using Chakra to strengthen the body for high-speed movement. Two crucial points come into play here: the body must withstand the stimulation of Chakra, and the control of Chakra usage must be precise.
If the body cannot endure the high-speed movement caused by the stimulation of Chakra, it will result in damage and rapid fatigue during combat, leading to a decrease in speed.
However, the sole of the foot is one of the most challenging areas to condense Chakra. Just concentrating Chakra on the soles of the feet is not easy, let alone controlling the precise amount of output. If too much Chakra is used, it not only leads to Chakra wastage but also affects the casting of the technique.
"So they've all mastered the Body Flicker Jutsu. No wonder I felt their speed suddenly change during the fight," Shiranui Genma thought as he watched those who stepped forward.
The group that had just walked out were mostly individuals with good performance in practical tests, either graduated Genin or strong current students.
"We need to quickly learn this Body Flicker Jutsu; otherwise, we won't perform well in the final practical test," Ebisu said to himself.
Due to the events of the previous week, he had given up hope on the ninja school teaching life and turned his attention to researching his future ninja path. Therefore, he didn't want the Third to come and see the exam only for him to be defeated in the first round. He needed to endure at least two rounds!
After a brief explanation, Mutsuki began teaching the students.
He first demonstrated the Body Flicker Jutsu several times, then instructed the students to practice according to what he had just explained, with Mutsuki guiding them on the side. If a student made a mistake during practice, he would point it out and help correct it.
Mutsuki didn't only focus on Group A; generally, he rotated among the three Groups in ABC order, and each Group had the assistance of Shadow Clones. If the main instructor stayed with one Group all the time, students from other Groups wouldn't receive the benefits of his skilled instruction.
Next, Mutsuki moved to Group B. The progress of Group B's training was one level behind Group A. Even after three weeks, some students were still undergoing Chakra control training. However, this was within Mutsuki's expectations. His requirements for Group B were simply to complete Chakra control training, strengthen Taijutsu, and improve proficiency in the Three Basic Jutsu.
If these goals were achieved, it would actually make them more qualified than many graduating Genin.
Some graduating Genin haven't even mastered tree climbing; their proficiency in the Three Basic Jutsu is at a basic level, and their Taijutsu skills are mediocre. Completing Chakra control training not only adds skills like tree climbing and water-walking but also lays the foundation for learning more Ninjutsu in the future. Strengthening Taijutsu is always beneficial, and proficient use of the Three Basic Jutsu can have unexpected effects in combat.
For those who haven't completed Chakra control training, their focus remains on exercising Chakra control. Those who have completed the training prioritize Taijutsu, Three Basic Jutsu, and various physical conditioning exercises.
With a high level of proficiency in the Three Basic Jutsu, coupled with his skilled instructions, students rapidly improved their proficiency in the Three Basic Jutsu. Mutsuki noticed that some students had proficiency levels in Clone Jutsu exceeding three hundred points at the Beginner level.
After teaching Group B the Three Basic Jutsu for a while, Mutsuki moved on to Group C.
Group C is the slowest progressing group, having recently started Chakra control training.
This is also related to the composition of Group C's students. Group C students are either lower-grade students or fourth-grade students with average performance. These students either have a short training time, haven't properly trained their basics before, or simply have lower natural talent, resulting in slower progress.
It's not that Mutsuki doesn't want to teach more; it's just that he has to teach in this manner. Forcing Group C to catch up with Groups A and B will only lead to counterproductive results. Additionally, after three weeks of learning, some students have already been promoted to Group B.
"The key to tree climbing is mainly finding that subtle amount of Chakra that can adhere to the tree and then maintaining it," Mutsuki calmly walked up a large tree, explaining the technique he had repeated countless times.
Although the words remained the same, when you practice at different stages, hearing the same words can evoke different feelings.
"Hehe, Yumi-sensei, I should be considered to have completed the training, right?" Anko swiftly ran on the tree, running vertically and even managing to run horizontally.
"Alright, you've completed the tree climbing training. Next, practice the Substitution Jutsu and Transformation Jutsu. In the afternoon, we'll start the water-walking exercise," Mutsuki nodded.
Anko has decent ninja talent, learning at a relatively fast pace among the students of the three Groups. Considering that Anko has only been practicing for one semester and managed to complete the tree climbing training so quickly while juggling other exercises, it's quite impressive.
"Great!" Anko, having received Mutsuki's approval, happily bounced around on the tree.
After successfully completing her training, Anko didn't forget her two good friends. She directly ran over to Kamizuki Izumo and Hagane Kotetsu, who were still cautiously testing the large tree, and offered some guidance.
"Don't be afraid of falling. Gather Chakra on the soles of your feet, close your eyes, and charge forward," Anko earnestly instructed.
Hagane Kotetsu's mouth twitched. If he followed Anko's method for training, he might end up living a life where someone else feeds him every meal. Charging forward with closed eyes could lead to broken legs.
"I, Anko, personally received praise from Yumi-sensei for completing the training. Don't underestimate my achievements," Anko said with a cheeky smile, seeking revenge for her two friends who tricked her into not studying before.
"Sigh, the two of us brothers have fallen to this extent," Kamizuki Izumo looked at Hagane Kotetsu with a face full of regret.
"Damn it! If there were theoretical exams, how could Anko be so arrogant!" Hagane Kotetsu cursed the special training for not having theoretical exams, or else he wouldn't be stuck with Anko's face-rubbing and unable to argue back.
Encouraged by Anko, Hagane Kotetsu and Kamizuki Izumo put in even more effort in their training.
Mutsuki continued to move between the three groups until the end of the class.
[Completed one major class instruction]
[Evaluation: A]
[Rewards: Wind Release: Gale Palm, Lightning Release: Chidori]
Looking at the rewards from the system, memories of Chidori surfaced in Mutsuki's mind. In Naruto, there were various Rasengan techniques, and Sasuke had various versions of Chidori. It was indeed a versatile Ninjutsu.
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