Hakushi arrived at the underground training arena just in the afternoon.
With an built-in air conditioning system, you can't feel the high temperature of the surface here at all.
"It seems you have thoroughly mastered your new powers."
Hakushi looked at the scene in the training arena, and seeing the two finish their spar, he could tell that after this period of training, both Ruri and Ayane have become proficient in using the new powers they acquired.
Given their ninja talents, just a little bit of time is all they need to completely integrate this new power and apply it in actual combat.
Hakushi had never been surprised by this fact.
"Of course, although some of the powers have yet to be fully explored, they are pretty close to unlocking them,"
Ayane said confidently.
Ruri nodded slightly, agreeing with Ayane's view.
Her left eye's Mangekyo Sharingan technique—the Eight Thunder Gods, is still being explored. Although her previous experience with Lightning Style was limited, she has great confidence in her ninja techniques talent.
Mastering this pupil technique is only a matter of time.
As for the research concerning Lightning Style, the military of the Land of Demons also has collected a lot.
Previously, Ringo Ameyuri, one of the Seven-swords Ninja of Hidden Mist Village, had left behind much research material on Lightning Style Jutsu as a token of gratitude before departing.
Additionally, she took some Uchiha Clan ninja techniques research with her when she left Konoha, which included Lightning Style; utilizing these data is greatly beneficial for learning Lightning Style.
It's believed that it won't take long to resolve the learning issues with Lightning Style.
Unlike the pupil techniques of the right eye which focus on mental resistance, the Eight Thunder Gods is an extremely aggressive technique.
Learning and mastering Lightning Style is the warm-up routine before the practical use of the Eight Thunder Gods pupil technique.
"Don't be too arrogant. Later, summarize the abilities you've gained and report to me. Since your abilities have changed, your cooperative tactics need to be adjusted."
Teamwork, regardless of time or place, is an indispensable strategy that long remains effective.
The military of the Land of Demons also advocates the importance of this team strategy.
The coordination between individuals can unleash a power far greater than its sum if their cooperation is executed properly.
This strategy was thoroughly demonstrated in previous Ninja Realm wars, highly recognized by ninjas from various countries.
Ruri and Ayane nodded, indicating they understood and would write a report for him.
"Speaking of which, Hakushi-kun, the internal issues in the Land of Demons have been addressed. When will the next step in the expansion plan commence?"
Ayane asked.
The expansion plan of the Land of Demons has completed its first step.
The Hidden Star Village of the Land of Bear is the first step in this operation, subsequently slowly devouring the entire Land of Bear.
This plan was arranged in advance two years ago.
With the backing of the Land of Demons, Hidden Star Village has now been reconstructed.
Headed by the Third Hoshikage, the former top officials of Hidden Star Village have also been integrated into the military system of the Land of Demons.
Externally still referred to as Hidden Star Village, it has essentially become a significant military base implanted by the Land of Demons within the Land of Bear, with ninja numbers reaching the scale of thousands.
Among these thousands of ninjas, the number of Jonin exceeds twenty.
Chunin exceeds four hundred, while the remaining are Genin, responsible for logistical work there.
However, after being equipped with the new ninja tools from the Land of Demons, Genin could deliver impressive strength through cooperative allocation.
For instance, the Chakra Armor being developed at the military base in the Land of Snow, improved Shuriken Shooter from the Land of the Sky, Flying Ninja Tools, etc.
These standardized ninja tools have already preliminarily achieved mass production management, gradually entering into regular training; those ninjas with insufficient strength can rely on these standardized ninja tools to significantly enhance their combat abilities.
It's fair to say that the thousand ninjas at the Hidden Star Village military base, on a frontal battlefield, using the new ninja tools at hand and brand-new combat techniques, can absolutely compete with the ninjas of the same number from the Five Great Nations, or even excel them.
But correspondingly, the cost of maintaining military equipment, according to statistics, is likely exceeding those large countries.
Therefore, the top officials, led by Hakushi, have adopted an elite soldier strategy, trying to trim the number of ninjas to avoid expanding military needs, and to alleviate the financial burden on the Land of Demons.
Dividing ninjas into official ninjas and reserve ninjas is also a strategic consideration.
Official ninjas are, naturally, those directly integrated into the army, ready to enter combat at any time.
While the Ninja Reserve Army serves as alternative candidates when the number of official ninjas is insufficient, to prevent sudden situations where ninja combat strength is lacking, causing the battle situation to collapse.
Based on this premise, even though the military strength of the Land of Demons has not been practically tested, the comprehensive internal evaluations can stand ground for confrontation with any large country's Ninja Village, not falling behind.
Thus, with the expansion of military strength to this point, the military naturally needs to complete the next step in military operations.
Centered around Hidden Star Village, the military has successively dispatched personnel to the Land of Bear, infiltrating its entire internal structure from civilians to the official system.
The bridge connecting the Land of Bear and the Land of Wind has already been basically constructed, only awaiting an appropriate opportunity.