While training, a group of genin accidentally stumbled upon a concealed library behind a seemingly ordinary wall. This library, filled with ancient history and scripts, captured the curiosity of the young shinobi and their mentors. Among the scrolls, they found one containing information about a legendary red blade known as “Akai Utsuwa.” Although most of the content was unreadable, a recognizable emblem pointed towards the notorious organization, Ritanazu, which Iwagakure had previously confronted during Sosuke Kamizuru's reign. Days passed as the shinobi continued their exploration of the Ritanazu hideout, eventually discovering a clue that led them to the Land of Mountains. Reporting their findings to the 2nd Tsuchikage, Crow Uzumaki, he promptly assembled a team of skilled shinobi to locate and retrieve the fabled blade of legends.

Upon reaching the designated location, the Iwagakure shinobi encountered unexpected challenges—multiple barriers sealed the entrance to the sanctuary where “Akai Utsuwa” was rumored to be housed. Undeterred, the determined shinobi tirelessly worked to dismantle the barriers, revealing a passage that led them deep into the sanctuary.

To their astonishment, the Iwagakure shinobi came face-to-face with none other than Kusari and his loyal followers, believed to have been defeated during the previous conflict with Ritanazu. The ensuing battle lasted hours, testing the mettle of the Iwagakure shinobi. However, in a surprising turn of events, the Iwagakure forces emerged victorious, overcoming the revived threat of Kusari and reclaiming the legendary blade, “Akai Utsuwa.”

The discovery of the hidden library, the pursuit of the red blade “Akai Utsuwa,” and the unexpected resurgence of Ritanazu created a complex and captivating chapter in Iwagakure's history. The successful retrieval of the legendary blade marked the end of this particular saga, highlighting the resilience and determination of Iwagakure's shinobi in the face of unforeseen challenges.