Looking at the entire ninja world, unless one has reached the peak of his personal power, he is capable of defeating an army of tens of thousands of people at the super shadow level.
In normal times.
War is still a cruel game of intelligence, numbers, and strategy.
After all, Senju Tobirama, who was as powerful as the second-generation Hokage, still died under the siege of Kumogakure Village.
Although, there are various coincidences.
But it is enough to illustrate the importance of war strategy!
After all, as long as it works together properly.
There is still a chance for more than a dozen elite jounin to surround and kill an ordinary shadow-level powerhouse.
What's more, the war between Dayin Village is by no means a simple 'duizi'.
Otherwise, the two families would just compare the number and level of ninjas, and whoever has fewer ninjas would just admit defeat.
Then there's no need for a spanking!
So this time.
Sarutobi personally led the attack and gathered all his strength.
Nearly a thousand Konoha ninjas rushed all the way, day and night, even using chakra.
I just want to reach [Yanyin Village] as quickly as possible.
To catch the opponent off guard.
They even went so far as to equip each ninja with military food pills to restore the chakra consumed while on the road.
that's all.
From Konoha to [Iwagakure Village], the originally nearly three-day journey was shortened to less than two days.
Just before dusk on the third day, he rushed into the [Earth Kingdom] and arrived outside the [Iwagakure Village].
"Hoo, ho--"
The elderly Sarutobi was obviously a little tired after such a long and exhausting journey.
While stopping the team, he took a breather and rested.
"Everyone rest where you are."
"Boundary class, set up a hidden barrier."
"Scout team, spread out to scout the enemy sentries!"
"In half an hour, launch a strong attack!"
Sarutobi arranged things in an orderly manner.
As an experienced old ninja, although he has many shortcomings.
But for marching operations, he is really good at it.
If he hadn't been blinded by his disciple Orochimaru later, he would have died prematurely. Konoha will not promote a generation of 'gamblers' to the position of Hokage.
"Hokage-sama, eat some."
Kakashi leaned forward and handed over some dry food.
Obviously, Sarutobi, who is old and has poor digestion ability, is not suitable for eating too many 'Hyoryo Pills'.
If you really have a bad stomach after eating.
If you have diarrhea before the battle, then there is no need to fight this battle.
"Kakashi. Do you think it is right to start this war?"
Sarutobi asked with a slight sigh while chewing dry food.
As his own disciple and great-grandson, the third generation still trusted Kakashi.
What's more, the Hatake family has been loyal for generations and can be considered a famous ninja clan in the village.
Of course, he wasn't really questioning his decision. I just want to have a chat with someone I trust before the big battle.
The older a person gets, the emptier his heart becomes!
"Hokage-sama, we have no way out."
Kakashi responded truthfully.
Along the way, although many spies from [Iwagakure Village] were killed along the way.
But there are 100% missing ones.
Therefore, even if Konoha retreats at this moment.
After those spies go back, [Iwagakure Village] will still know about Konoha's operation.
By then, what will greet Konoha may be Iwagakure's 'second' attack.
That will only make you more passive.
Anyway, from Kakashi's point of view, his own Konoha has no way out at this moment.
The only way to attack is to hurt Iwagakure!
After beating the opponent until they have no resistance.
Only then can you retire with success...
"That's right! We have no way out..."
Sarutobi nodded, feeling a little more determined.
"By the way, Lord Hokage. Is Sunagakure really reliable?"
Kakashi asked.
The night before, Sarutobi had just returned to the village.
He then learned about the news that [Sunagakure Village] decided to form an alliance with [Konoha].
But, he also knew it.
His father, Sagumo Hatake, killed Scorpion's parents during the Second Ninja War.
The hatred between the two parties has been brewing for a long time. It should be very difficult to resolve, right?
"Don't worry. Now, maybe [Sunagakure Village] expects to win more than us!"
Sarutobi reassured calmly.
He previously secretly went to [Sha Hidden Village] to seek an alliance.
In the beginning, it was indeed a disappointment.
Many Iwagakure elders, led by Chiyo, were opposed.
But in the end, when Sarutobi revealed his 'trump card'.
The fourth generation Kazekage immediately changed his mind and directly pressured the entire village to agree to the alliance.
And the trump card is also very simple.
Sarutobi directly and cruelly promised: "After this war, half of the war profits will be given to [Sunagakure Village], and an additional 50 million tael will be paid to [Sunagakure Village]!"
Such a large amount of inducement is undoubtedly nectar from heaven for the poverty-stricken Sand Hidden Village, which is located in the desert!
Moreover, Konoha's request is not too much.
All we need is [Sunagakure Village] to support Konoha in the subsequent battle. If [Konoha Hidden Village] is invaded, just help with the defense.
There is no need for [Sand Hidden Village] to send troops to participate in the battle against [Iwagakure Village].
You can sit at home and earn tens of millions or even hundreds of millions of taels in remuneration.
Isn't that wonderful?
[Sunagakure Village] There is no reason to refuse the call! Naturally, I happily agreed.
And hearing this.
Kakashi also smacked his lips, and couldn't help but marvel at Sarutobi's gamble!
You know, due to the continuous theft of Konoha's treasury.
Now the remaining reserve funds are only 50 to 60 million.
Moreover, just appeasing the protesting villagers and preparing for this war took more than half of it!
Now, do you still have the money to pay [Sha Hidden Village] a huge sum of 50 million?
Increase taxes?
Borrow it from various ninja clans?
No matter what choice... it will only make it more difficult for Konoha, which is already in a tight situation!
"Hokage-sama, can the village still afford it?"
Sarutobi shook his head.
"Then let's..."
"Don't worry. The money is over there, waiting for us to pick it up!"
Sarutobi raised his head and looked into the distance, looking in the direction of [Iwagakure Village].
From the beginning, he had no intention of making money from his poor ninjas.
After finally provoking a war, what he wants to earn is naturally [Iwagakure Village] money!
This way.
It can not only make up for the losses in one's own treasury, but also pay compensation to [Sunagakure Village].
This is the reason why he personally led the team to attack!
This is also the reason why he dares to make huge bets to induce [Sha Hidden Village] to form an alliance!
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"Okay, it's almost time to rest."
"Get ready to take action. If you delay it any longer, we might be exposed!"
"Everyone, attack!"
Sarutobi patted the dust on his body, stood up, took off the Hokage hat on his head, and tied his wrist guards tightly.
Pointing directly at Iwagakure, he ordered in a cold voice.
The next moment, countless Konoha ninjas swarmed out and rushed towards [Iwagakure Village].
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