"Obtained Innate Curse Technique - Ten-Stroke Technique"
"It's this curse technique?"
Shinji had originally hoped to get lucky and directly draw the [Limitless Cursed Technique].
Although he couldn't use it immediately, just having it there would put him in a good mood.
However, the [Ten-Stroke Technique] was also good. It was perfect for someone like him with poor swordsmanship, definitely a good supplement.
The so-called [Ten-Stroke Technique] actually divides the length of a target into ten equal parts and forcibly creates a weak point at the 7:3 mark.
As long as the 'point' is hit, a 'critical hit' will be triggered, causing mandatory damage.
Furthermore, the 'target' can be any part of any attack object, and it is also effective on objects other than living beings.
Simply put, with this curse technique, there will likely be no enemies he cannot cut down in the future.
In addition, he suddenly had a mischievous idea.
His snakeskin sword, after transforming into a snake, should still be considered a weapon, right? So, if he used the [Ten-Stroke Technique] now, and let the 'golden snake' bite the 'point,' would it also trigger a 'critical hit' and cause mandatory damage?
If so, the combination of the snakeskin sword + [Ten-Stroke Technique] would undoubtedly become another trump card for him!
Next, he directly chose to use the [Curse Technique Enhancement Scroll] he had just synthesized, targeting the [Ten-Stroke Technique].
This was the third time Shinji had used this item, and he was very familiar with it.
He continuously learned and honed the curse technique from the perspective of another person, with no entertainment, friends, or life, all scenes related to the [Ten-Stroke Technique].
After an unknown amount of time, Shinji finished this numb and monotonous life perspective and began to quickly digest the usage experience related to the [Ten-Stroke Technique].
Only after he had completely digested it and made it his own did he let out a long sigh of relief.
In the perspective provided by the system, it was less about him practicing the [Ten-Stroke Technique] and more about learning how to accurately trigger it.
Because the [Ten-Stroke Technique] essentially forcibly provides the enemy's 'weak point,' but accurately and quickly attacking that 'weak point' is the biggest challenge.
It must be said that this is a curse technique that is both simple and extremely difficult!
Simple in that it doesn't have flashy moves; it just divides the target and forcibly creates a weak point.
Extremely difficult in that it is very hard to achieve the desired effect.
After all, enemies are not stationary targets. The key is how to hit the 'weak point' marked by the [Ten-Stroke Technique] with every attack in combat!
And with the help of the [Curse Technique Enhancement Scroll], this was what Shinji learned the most.
It was also the only curse technique for which he couldn't grasp the [Extreme Number], indicating its great difficulty.
"However, if this [Ten-Stroke Technique] can successfully construct a domain, this biggest and only drawback will be immediately compensated. After all, in a domain, innate curse techniques can achieve a guaranteed hit effect, meaning that under the influence of the [Ten-Stroke Technique], I can also experience the joy of critical hits with every sword strike!"
After gaining a large amount of experience, he also summarized the pros and cons of this curse technique. Most importantly, it would not conflict with his existing two curse techniques at all.
[Blood Manipulation Technique] could be responsible for long-range attacks, AOE area attacks, and temporarily buffing himself to enhance his physical fitness.
[Cursed Speech] could be used for support, or to pay a price at a critical moment and deliver a decisive blow!
[Ten-Stroke Technique] would be used for close combat, specifically for dealing with stubborn opponents.
"Not bad, I have long-range, close-range, and support covered. I'm one step closer to becoming a truly all-around warrior." Shinji nodded with satisfaction.
Then he decisively recycled all the curse objects he couldn't use and sold them to the damned system.
He originally wanted to synthesize a few to see the effects, but now that the Curse Soul Point deficit was too large, selling them was more cost-effective.
These mediocre curse objects could sell for at least 1,000 Curse Soul Points each, and some could even sell for two to three thousand.
After clearing out his inventory, he surprisingly sold them for a total of 12,000 Curse Soul Points, exceeding his expectations.
Now, the curse objects he had left were [Perfect Perfume], [Greedy Eyeball], [Mummy's Bandages], [Thirsty One's Stomach], [Crystal Heart], [Unfortunate Microphone], and [Wealth-Generating Mist Shell].
[Obito's Reverse Rinnegan], [Giggling Ghost's Temporary Curse Card], [Crying Ghost's Temporary Curse Card], [Curse Spirit Master Ball], [Blank Curse Spirit Fusion Card], [Mission Difficulty Reduction Scroll] were all one-time use items.
In addition to these were the curse corpse [Giant of Light] (Mobile Game Collector's Edition) and a [Cursed Treasure Map] located in the Land of Fire.
Combined with the curse tools [Executioner's Blade - Curse] and [Snakeskin Sword], plus 49,800 Curse Soul Points, this was his entire net worth at the moment.
After organizing these items, Shinji felt a sense of satisfaction.
...
"Remains? I'm not sure about that. I'll have someone ask."
In the Mizukage's office, Mei looked helpless.
Although it was troublesome, she owed this guy a great debt of gratitude.
After some fuss, Shinji, who had been waiting for a long time, successfully obtained a wooden box containing the item he wanted.
[Special-Grade Curse Spirit - Rat King's Eyeball]
Although this guy reportedly died quite miserably, Hidan's dismemberment skills were not as proficient as his, so he didn't cut it finely enough, resulting in the preservation of eyeballs and other parts.
Then they were all cleaned up by the people of Mist Hidden.
If it weren't for Mei, the Mizukage, speaking up, those researchers would never have handed this item over.
"Thanks."
Shinji immediately put the item away, a happy expression on his face.
It was already good to have an unexpected gain; he hadn't held out much hope originally.
After all, both the Plague Worm and Tuogen had been burned to cinders by him, making it almost impossible for their eyeballs to remain intact.
"Oh, right. We're leaving tomorrow, just letting you know in advance."
Mei, who was handling official documents, suddenly paused before looking up as if nothing had happened.
"Are you really not considering staying? Although the Land of Water is in decline now, it's also in a phase of rebuilding. And after this major crisis, it has actually lessened the pressure on Mist Hidden quite a bit."
"If you are willing to stay, I can cooperate with the Daimyo and help you vigorously develop the Evil God Cult."
"Although your proposal is excellent, I'll have to decline."
Shinji shook his head without any hesitation. "From now on, Mist Hidden will primarily focus on recuperation. After the previous incident, the chaos of curse spirits in the Land of Water has also been contained. We are no longer needed here for the time being, or rather, there are other places that need us more."
Seeing that his mind was made up, Mei sighed in her heart and no longer tried to persuade him.
"Since that's the case, help me one last favor…"
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