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On the other side, Hero, Gundam, Python, and the others gathered around, sharing their recent discoveries with Uchiha Renzo.
After a while, Aizen opened his eyes, a smile spreading across his face as he looked at Renzo. "Not bad! You've actually managed to fully analyze the Snake Sage Mode and even created a version of Sage Mode that suits humans?"
"That means we can now prioritize analyzing Sage Chakra! I see great potential in this power!"
"As for Reiatsu? We can put that on hold for now. No rush."
Since Aizen had already said so, Uchiha Renzo had no objections whatsoever. In fact, he couldn't be happier.
At that moment, Hero Renzo also opened his eyes, a look of realization crossing his face. "As expected, this thing is closely related to elemental affinity!"
"Uchiha, if we use different types of natural energy to merge with chakra of corresponding attributes, wouldn't that result in different effects?"
"Could we then achieve different types of Sage Modes?"
He had already reviewed Uchiha's analysis of Snake Sage Mode.
Essentially, it involved integrating snake-like traits into Sage Chakra, granting those who train in Snake Sage Mode some of a snake's extraordinary characteristics.
The most typical example was the sage art, Inorganic Reincarnation—
Terrifying regeneration, infrared perception, enhanced flexibility... and so on.
From his past life's memories, the original story had made it clear that the effects of Sage Mode from Mount Myoboku and Ryuchi Cave were completely different.
This was obvious—one resulted in frog-like traits, while the other brought out snake-like traits.
If incorporating the power of Mount Myoboku's frogs or Ryuchi Cave's snakes could shape different Sage Modes, then what if different elemental energies were used instead?
For example, water affinity?
Would that create a Water Sage Mode, maximizing enhancements to water-based abilities?
It might even grant characteristics associated with water, such as healing and regeneration, flexibility… and so on.
Since Uchiha Renzo had already managed to strip the snake attributes from Sage Mode and develop a fully human-compatible version, there was no reason this wouldn't work.
"That's definitely worth testing!" Aizen nodded in agreement. "From what I've seen of the human-compatible Sage Mode you modified, it seems to be a pure, interference-free version tailored specifically for humans."
"It only provides a moderate boost to physical attributes like reflexes, strength, stamina, and minor regeneration. It no longer grants the terrifying regeneration, flexibility, or other traits that came with the snake affinity."
"If we can construct elemental variations of Sage Mode, we could compensate for the lost power and abilities."
"In fact, it might be more appropriate to call this the 'Basic Human Sage Mode."
Strictly speaking, it wasn't exactly a weakness.
There were advantages, too.
For one, it ensured purity of power, making it easier to control.
Additionally, this version of Sage Mode was significantly easier to learn, with lower requirements and fewer risks involved.
No risk of turning into a stone frog, no chance of becoming a snake…
"Great idea! I was already considering something similar. You guys just reminded me of it! I'll definitely experiment with Elemental Sage Modes when I get back—the chances of success should be pretty high!" Uchiha Renzo grinned and nodded.
Now thiswas a solid suggestion!
He always enjoyed exchanging ideas with his other selves.
Aizen nodded as well. "Then you should focus on that next. Meanwhile, we'll start analyzing Sage Chakra."
"The best outcome would be to find a way to stabilize its fusion and make it a permanent replacement for regular chakra as the fundamental energy source in the chakra system."
"Otherwise, it'll just be a floating, rootless force."
"Of course, the ultimate goal is still to purify the entire energy system and merge it into the Origin Power!"
At the very least, they needed to integrate the existing power systems of all the Renzo variants before considering it.
That way, when new members from different worlds with unique power systems joined, all they would need to do was integrate those new systems and update their Origin Power accordingly.
"Sounds good!"
Uchiha Renzo nodded in agreement.
"What are you guys talking about?"
At that moment, Hermione stepped out of a spatial portal, smiling as she asked the question.
"Just give me your hand, and you'll know."
With that, Uchiha Renzo raised his fist, bumping it against Hermione's.
In an instant, he processed all the information about Hermione's recent breakthroughs.
"Oh? So you've already succeeded in transforming into a Magical Eevee? And you can even switch between different forms?"
He had been so busy training in Sage Arts lately that he hadn't visited the mental space, making this news a surprise to him.
Although he had received bits and pieces of information from Aizen and the others, he hadn't had the time to pay attention to it until now.
"You're way behind the times."
Hermione rolled her eyes. "I've already completed the analysis of the Unicorn Soul and successfully converted into a unicorn before! The transformation went perfectly!"
"Honestly, the research went so smoothly thanks to my Leafeon form's natural affinity. It made it easy for me to get close to unicorns and earn their trust!"
This greatly helped her study and analyze the souls of unicorns.
"Huh?"
Uchiha Renzo and the others were intrigued. "That's pretty interesting. Who would've thought Leafeon's abilities would come in handy like this?"
"I didn't expect it either…"
At that moment, an Eevee leapt onto Hermione's shoulder. After completing their shared connection, the little Pokémon couldn't help but voice its thoughts.
In the Pokémon world, there were plenty of Grass-type Pokémon, but no creatures like unicorns. So, this natural affinity never really stood out before.
Guess some abilities that seem insignificant in one world can turn out to be game-changers in another.
"Eevee, you're here too? How's the research going on reversing the transformation?"
Aizen and the others were curious.
Ever since Hermione had successfully transformed into a Magical Eevee, Eevee had been obsessively working on reverse-engineering the process. It was more excited about this than anything else.
"There are still a few key problems to solve, but I'm almost there!"
"Just wait! Hmph! Soon, I'll be back in human form and living happily with Cynthia!"
"Human Eevee is coming soon."
"Wahahahaha!!"
Eevee laughed smugly, brimming with joy.
It had been waiting for this moment for so long. And now, it was finally about to become a reality!
"Are you sure about that? Are you sure Cynthia will fully accept you once you transform? And more importantly… what about your appearance?"
Hermione smirked teasingly.
This Eevee might have turned into a Pokémon, but its heart was just as flirtatious as ever.
"What a pity for me… sigh…"
Hermione couldn't help but let out a deep sigh in her heart.
Maybe she really did have to find a different path to pursue her own happiness.
Recently, she had been getting along quite well with some of the senior and junior girls at school…
As for the boys? She didn't even think of them.
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