
“Do not rely solely on visual perception, the sense of smell and sound you hear is also a source of information about enemy movements. And make sure that you do not always rely on these senses, because these senses can be tricked using Genjutsu and it will make you cause unacceptable mistakes in battle.”
"Don't hesitate, even a momentary doubt in the middle of a battle could be the cause of your death."
“Is this all your strength? Such an attack would not even break a bone, let alone defeat or kill a shinobi!”
“Using sand to protect your vital organs only, then exchanging wounds is indeed a good tactic, but what will you do if your opponent uses some kind of poison? You will be the first to go down if that happens. ”
Kuroto trained Gaara while instructing and correcting his mistakes.
In Kuroto's view, at a young age of under 10, one need not spend too much energy or chakra to learn all the conspicuous types of ninjutsu, what young children really need to learn is the physical form of combat which includes Taijutsu, Shurikenjutsu, Kenjutsu, Bokijutsu, etc., as well as Chakra Control to increase efficiency.
This type of physical exercise can not only hone the physique and willpower of a ninja, but it will also improve insight, battle analysis skills, and, and their judgment skills to determine the best course of action or movement to defeat the enemy with no or minimal loss.
And it is these skills that make a shinobi such an amazing shinobi.
This was why Kuroto did not let Gaara waste his time learning to control more sand, but rather, Kuroto made Gaara maintain control over a small amount of sand at all times.
Controllable sand volume was never key, at least, in Kuroto's understanding, the important thing, or the deciding factor in combat was the accuracy, speed, and density of controlled sand.
As for the matter of quantity, when Gaara grows up, he will also gain complete control over the Shukaku in his body, so the number of Chakras is not a problem for him, the Shukaku Chakra is naturally based on Sand control, so that the number of Chakras is not a problem for him, so Gaara would be able to control the Sand as much as he wanted, he might as well be able to control the entire desert if he wanted to.
To improve the speed and accuracy of sand control, there are no shortcuts; only small, regular improvements through long-term continuous practice. And this kind of exercise can not only hone his Chakras Control but will also allow his body to adapt to sand control subconsciously. Over time, maintaining control over the sand that generally requires concentration would be instinct or something like involuntary muscle movement where Gaara would not have to put in the effort to control the sand as he pleased.
But of course, he was still far enough away to reach that point.
Bang out!
With a muffled sound, the wooden Shinai in Kuroto's hand hit the sand that protected Gaara's shoulder, but it did not cause him any injury as the sand was able to withstand the brunt of the attack and negate the kinetic energy in the Wood Shinai.
Kuroto nodded as she patted Shinai on the shoulder, "It's good, your control over the sand is much faster and better than it was a month ago."
“Huff huft.” As soon as Kuroto's words fell, Gaara fell to the ground from exhaustion, his chest rising down, despite all this, his immature face had an excited expression. It seems that body fatigue is nothing compared to Kuroto's praise.
"I wonder if I should tell her the truth." Kuroto sighed as she looked at Gaara's expression, at the same time at the sand wriggling around her.
Kuroto knew that even if Gaara did not take the initiative to control it, the sand around him that contained his mother's chakra would protect him.
But it's just that this protection is only effective against Genin and Chunin-level shinobi like that.
If Gaara were to face an enemy of Tokubetsu Jonin, Jonin, or a higher power, then the Sand protecting him would not be able to keep up with the enemy's attack speed.
The same thing happened in the second half of the Chunin Examination Arc. In the battle between Gaara and Rock Lee, after Rock Lee removed the extra load; his speed slightly exceeded the level of Gaara sand protection that could compensate him. And when Rock Lee opened the first Four Gates of the Eight Inner Gate Formation, Gaara sands could no longer keep up with Rock Lee's attack speed.
So relying solely on automatic protection from the sand, Gaara may be able to run wild at Genin and Chunin levels, but the higher the level, and the harder opponents he encounters; the autonomous sand protector will no longer be able to follow and it will result in the same passive situation as he experienced during the Chunin Examination.
While Kuroto was thinking some things, right now, Gaara recovered his breath, and stood up, “Kuroto-sama, what you said is true, after reducing the volume of sand, after reducing the, the controls are much better than before. ”
Kuroto nodded, and said, “True, don't waste Chakra in creating the Sand Armor, for now, for now, you must learn how to defend against all types of attacks using the minimum amount of sand required in combination with Taijutsu. The tanuki in your body has been sealed by me, so with your current amount of Chakra, controlling too much sand would not be effective, or rather would be burdensome. Therefore, you must learn to overcome your shortcomings and turn them into profits. As long as you make the sand dense enough, even the strongest attacks can be resisted. ”
Gaara nodded in a respectful tone, "I'll remember it, Kuroto-sama."
Kuroto continued while pulling back the Shinai in his hand, “Remember, whether you are eating, sleeping, playing, or doing anything else, you should always keep control of the sand around you. Make it a habit, then slowly involuntary muscle movements, then eventually become instinct.”
Gaara nodded and got ready for another round of training.
“Come on, Gaara-kun.. You can do it, show him who is the boss!” At this moment, cheers sounded from the side.
Kuroto had to admit that he somewhat underestimated the physicality of the Uzumaki people. The skinny and frightened little girl who had suffered too much in Kusagakure before Kuroto took her under her wings was no longer the same.
The rehabilitation of the past few months, along with the diet more than he had in this period had completely changed the girl.
Karin who was once thin, thin, and pale is now a bit chubby with a baby fat look on her cheeks, a healthy blushing skin color, like a healthy young girl her age. Overall, Kuroto would even say that now she was becoming too cute and would definitely attract a little attention from members of the opposite sex.
But, besides, there is one problem with all of this, as time goes by, this girl develops like an Akimichi, and Kuroto can't have it.
Kuroto lifted her face, and said, "Karin-chan, I want you on the training ground, right now!"
"What?!" Karin who was holding a cheesecake in her left hand, and the stick containing Dango Dumplings in her right hand suddenly opened her mouth in shock, even the Cheesecake crumb in her mouth fell to the ground.
"What are you staring at in a daze, come here." Kuroto said in a stern tone, and continued, “From today onwards, your formal training as a Kunoichi will begin. If you can't keep up with the daily exercise schedule, you should sleep on an empty stomach.”
Hearing Kuroto's words, Karin hurriedly put away the remaining Cheesecake and Dango dumpling, then after whispering a few words to the Kazekage doll dressed as a nanny, she came to the training ground.
Hungry and empty stomachs often bring back painful memories of Kusagakure, something Karin doesn't want to remember.
Kuroto looked at Karin, then asked, "I guess you've completed all the basic tasks I've given you?"
Karin said, “I have studied calligraphy, as well as completed the mathematical part of the syllabus assigned to me.”
Kuroto nodded, then said, "And, are you able to run the Chakra throughout your body smoothly?"
"Yes, Kuroto-sama." Karin nodded and also showed it.
"Very good." After nodding, Kuroto said, "Your basic lessons will be similar to Gaara-kun, and will involve Taijutsu training along with Chakra Control exercises to improve your Chakra control."
Karin quickly asked, "Should I also practice the same form of Taijutsu as Gaara-kun involving Sand Control?"
Kuroto shook his head, “No, that style will be unique to Gaara-kun because only he can manipulate Sand. You should choose some other form of fight that matches your style.”
Karin tilted her head to the side and said in a confused tone, “But I don't know what style suits me.”
Kuroto thought a little, then said, “For now we can start by strengthening your basic physique, and battle analysis skills, but sooner or later you have to figure out your own fighting style because your training schedule will be designed accordingly, understand?"
Karin nodded, “I understand, but Kuroto-sama, how do I know what style is best for me?”
Kuroto said, “There is no best style for anyone at the beginning, one has to experience different fighting styles and then figure out the appropriate one. Once you know which fighting style you want to use, you have to adapt to that style and slowly improve yourself to make yourself the best in it.”
Karin nodded, “Alright, I will think about it, Kuroto-sama.”
Kuroto then said, “In addition to fighting style, there is one thing I want you to keep learning and mastering, and that is Fuinjutsu. You are a Uzumaki, and Fuinjutsu is in your blood. So, Fuinjutsu is a field where you will definitely thrive, so don't stop learning Fuinjutsu.”
"Yes, Kuroto-sama." Karin nodded happily.
With that understanding, Kuroto officially started Karin training as well.
After instructing some important points, Kuroto left two Shadow Clones, one for each of the two children, then left the training hall.
After all, the two children were still far from reaching the point where Kuroto needed to exert more than just the effort of the Shadow Clone to train them.
After dealing with this, Kuroto walked towards the outer platform of the Sky fortress and after opening a small hole in the enchantment, Kuroto allowed the two Crow who were waiting outside to enter into the Ancor Vantian.