Naruto: Reborn as Orochimaru

The power of the Six Paths refers to possessing abilities on the same level as the Sage of Six Paths.

For instance, by absorbing all the tailed beasts into one's body, one can achieve the power of the Six Paths.

Another way is by inheriting the Sage's lineage and awakening the dormant potential within one's body.

Currently, these are the two main methods to obtain the power of the Six Paths.

When one gains the power of the Six Paths, they can wield Truth-Seeking Orbs and utilize the Yin-Yang Release technique. The black rods used by Nagato, for example, are products of Yin-Yang Release.

In terms of form and functionality, the Truth-Seeking Orbs are far more advanced than the black rods created by Yin-Yang Release.

The Truth-Seeking Orbs can block an opponent's chakra and transform into various shapes for attack or defense. In the original story, Naruto used a Truth-Seeking Orb to block one of Sasuke's Susanoo attacks.

Moreover, individuals without the power of the Six Paths cannot touch the black substance of the Truth-Seeking Orbs; otherwise, their chakra will be blocked, rendering them immobile.

Just how strong are the blocking abilities of the Truth-Seeking Orbs and black rods?

Even someone as powerful as the First Hokage couldn't break free from this level of suppression.

So, what exactly is the power of the Six Paths?

As mentioned earlier, it does not directly refer to the Sage of Six Paths' power but rather the same kind of power he wielded.

According to Orochimaru's research, this power is actually the result of Yin-Yang Release reaching a certain level.

Yin and Yang energies are divided into several levels:

The first level is the most basic Yin and Yang chakra attributes. For example, the Nara clan's shadow techniques are Yin-based, while the Akimichi clan's expansion techniques are Yang-based.

This level of chakra allows for the use of special ninjutsu but falls far short of the life-creating power of advanced Yin-Yang Release.

The second level is a combination of Yin and Yang chakra.

For instance, Hashirama's cells and the Uchiha clan's Sharingan are examples of this level.

While not yet true Yin-Yang Release capable of creating life, the power derived from this combination is significantly stronger.

Take Uchiha Obito as an example. At just fourteen or fifteen years old, he could challenge someone as formidable as his teacher, Namikaze Minato, were it not for Orochimaru's intervention.

The third level is even more advanced: the fusion of Indra's and Asura's chakra.

This combination not only greatly enhances one's power but also awakens the Rinnegan, the unique eyes of the Sage of Six Paths.

The Rinnegan grants access to the true power of the Six Paths, enabling techniques like summoning the Gedo Statue, controlling tailed beasts, and creating black rods.

However, even at this level, the power of the Six Paths is not yet perfect.

The fully perfected Six Paths power is achieved by combining Indra's and Asura's chakra, awakening the Rinnegan, and then becoming the Jinchūriki of the Ten-Tails. Only then does one truly obtain the power of the Six Paths.

Of course, characters like Naruto and Sasuke in the original series obtained their Six Paths powers directly from the Sage of Six Paths, bypassing this process, but that's an exception.

Now, back to Orochimaru.

Orochimaru currently possesses a Sage's body and has fused with the Rinnegan.

To achieve the true power of the Six Paths, he would need to absorb a tailed beast. However, doing so comes with risks.

Becoming a Jinchūriki would link his life directly to the tailed beast. If anything happened to the tailed beast, Orochimaru's life would also be in danger.

Although Orochimaru has mastered immortality to some extent, such a situation would still cause significant harm.

After contemplating for a moment while observing Chōmei (the Seven-Tails), he decided to abandon this plan for now.

"The power of the Six Paths... it's truly troublesome," Orochimaru murmured to himself.

The most obvious sign of possessing the power of the Six Paths is the Truth-Seeking Orbs.

These black spheres combine attack, defense, support, and healing into one.

"Truth-Seeking Orbs…"

As he thought about it, Orochimaru seemed to realize something. He quickly sat up and stretched out his right hand.

Truth-Seeking Orbs aren't created through Yin-Yang Release alone; they are a product of fusing seven chakra attributes.

Fire, Water, Wind, Earth, Lightning, Yin, and Yang.

Orochimaru began to slowly condense the seven chakra attributes in his right hand.

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A few days later.

On a mountain a few kilometers away from an orphanage, three figures stood facing each other.

Obito and Zetsu wore their signature black robes on one side, while Orochimaru stood opposite them in casual attire.

Looking at the calm and composed Orochimaru, Obito felt uneasy.

Now that his identity was exposed, he no longer had the advantage of mystery.

Without that shroud of secrecy, how could a fifteen-year-old boy stand on equal footing with Orochimaru, a Sannin renowned across the ninja world?

This realization filled Obito with frustration.

"Orochimaru, how did you recognize me?"

With no one else around, Obito's voice returned to its natural, youthful tone.

When Orochimaru had revealed his identity earlier, Obito had briefly considered eliminating him to prevent future problems.

But he lacked the confidence to take down Orochimaru alone, and since Orochimaru didn't seem inclined to reveal his secret, Obito decided to observe for now.

But today…

"Hehehe, Obito…"

Orochimaru smirked habitually. "It wasn't difficult to recognize you. But before I answer, can you first answer two of my questions?"

"Go ahead."

"First question: how did you end up like this?" Orochimaru's tone was mocking. "From what I remember, the Uchiha Obito I knew wasn't like this."

"I'm not answering that," Obito said without hesitation.

It was a painful memory, one he wouldn't share with anyone, especially Orochimaru.

From Obito's reaction, Orochimaru had already deduced most of the answer.

"Alright, second question: what's your real goal? Don't tell me it's world peace."

"You hide your identities, act mysteriously, and behave oddly. I don't believe your intentions are so noble."

"Building an organization, capturing tailed beasts, and using them to dominate the world," Obito replied without much hesitation.

He had anticipated such questions from Orochimaru and had prepared his answers.

"I see," Orochimaru said, nodding thoughtfully. "I reluctantly accept that answer. Now, as for your question…"

He smirked again. "Do you remember that your blood was drawn once when you were a child?"

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