Chapter 14: Crowds in the arena

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The time of the final matches had arrived. The arena was packed with spectators, all eager to witness the battles that would determine the new chunin. The anticipation was palpable as the finalists prepared for their matches.

Before the matches began, Tenma Izumo, looking exhausted and drained of chakra, approached the proctor.

"I have to withdraw," Tenma said, his voice heavy with disappointment. "I don't have enough chakra to continue."

The proctor nodded in understanding and announced Tenma's withdrawal to the crowd. This left three competitors to battle for the title of chunin.

Final Match 1: Itachi Uchiha vs. Yoshiro Terumi

Itachi Uchiha and Yoshiro Terumi stepped into the arena, their eyes locked in a silent exchange of respect and determination. The proctor signaled the start of the match, and both shinobi sprang into action.

Yoshiro began with "Lava Style: Lava Globs!" launching molten rock projectiles towards Itachi. Itachi nimbly dodged the attacks, his Sharingan allowing him to anticipate the trajectory of each glob.

"Fire Style: Phoenix Flower Jutsu!" Itachi countered, sending a barrage of small fireballs towards Yoshiro. Yoshiro defended with "Boil Release: Skilled Mist Jutsu!" creating a corrosive mist that neutralized the fireballs.

Itachi used the mist as cover to close the distance, appearing behind Yoshiro in a blur. "Body Flicker Technique!" Yoshiro barely had time to react as Itachi swung a kunai towards him.

"Lava Style: Lava Armor!" Yoshiro encased himself in a protective layer of lava, blocking the kunai. The intense heat forced Itachi to retreat momentarily.

"Water Style: Water Missile Jutsu!" Yoshiro summoned a massive water ball that surged towards Itachi. Itachi responded with "Fire Style: Fireball Jutsu!" The two techniques collided, creating a massive explosion of steam.

Through the steam, Itachi emerged unscathed, his Sharingan spinning. "Genjutsu: Crow Clone!" He created multiple clones that swarmed Yoshiro, confusing him. Yoshiro dispelled the clones with "Boil Release: Acidic Mist!" but Itachi was already behind him.

"Sharingan: Hypnotic Eye!" Itachi's eyes glowed with power as he trapped Yoshiro in a powerful genjutsu. Yoshiro struggled to break free, but the illusion was too strong. He saw himself sinking into a pit of lava, unable to escape.

With Yoshiro immobilized, Itachi delivered a precise strike to his pressure points, knocking him unconscious. The crowd erupted in applause as Itachi stood victorious.

Final Match 2: Yugito Nii vs. Chojuro

Next up were Yugito Nii and Chojuro. As the match began, Chojuro wasted no time, launching an aggressive offense with his sword. "Water Style: Great Waterfall Technique!" Chojuro summoned a massive torrent of water towards Yugito.

Yugito responded with "Fire Style: Fire Dragon Flame Bullet!" The intense flames evaporated the water, creating a thick mist. Chojuro used the mist as cover to close the distance, swinging his sword with deadly precision.

Yugito blocked the strikes with her chakra-infused claws, countering with "Fire Style: Blazing Claw!" The clash of fire and water techniques created a spectacular display of power.

Chojuro, realizing he needed to change tactics, switched to "Water Style: Water Prison Jutsu!" attempting to trap Yugito. Yugito, however, was too fast, evading the water prison and retaliating with "Fire Style: Flame Whirlwind!" The fiery vortex forced Chojuro to retreat.

"Water Release: Severing Wave Jutsu!" Chojuro created a whip of water that rushed towards Yugito. Yugito countered with "Fire Style: Flame Wall!" creating a barrier of fire to protect herself from the mist.

Chojuro used this opportunity to summon a water clone, which attacked Yugito from behind. Yugito, sensing the attack, turned and slashed through the clone with her claws. Chojuro, however, was already upon her, swinging katana with all his strength.

Yugito blocked the strike and retaliated with "Fire Style: Fire Dragon Flame Bullet!" The powerful flames overwhelmed Chojuro, who tried to defend with his water jutsu but was ultimately knocked out by the sheer force of the attack.

The crowd cheered as Yugito stood victorious, having displayed incredible skill and determination in her battle against Chojuro.

The Final Battle Awaits

With the semifinals concluded, the stage was set for the final battle of the Chunin Exams. Itachi Uchiha and Yugito Nii, both having proven themselves as formidable opponents, would face off in the ultimate test of skill and strategy. The crowd buzzed with excitement, eagerly awaiting the climactic showdown that would determine the new chunin.

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