Board Thread:Versus Debates/@comment-26104757-20160326083103/@comment-26104757-20160328004305

Sarutobii2 wrote: If we're taking into account ova feats, the Deva Path alone was able subdue Orochimaru, enough that he wasn't capable of stealing his Rinnegan.

Subdue, yes.

Though — how accountable can that encounter be? In terms of Orochimaru's performance; hadn't he commented on the amount of mediocre effort used against Sasori when weighing the odds?

Sarutobii2 wrote: We already know Jiraiya can't win against the Paths without knowing the secret behind the technique.

I wouldn't rule that as indefinite — simply because of the additional Sannin's in play, aswell as every summon available.

Sarutobii2 wrote: And Tsunade's strength and healing abilities are useless against Konan, seeing as punches wouldn't effect her, and Konan can envelop and suffocate her.

Possibly — although, I don't think Tsunade would necessarily focus all her attention on Konan? Her abilities obviously nullify Tsunade's form of attack; there'd be careful measures taking down Konan, considering her tactics revolve around mass.

Personally, I think the Sannin's are being disregarded too easily. I'm still a little wary on the events that could follow. However, I'm leaning a little in favour towards the Sannin. Their position of prowess grants them a healthy amount of tactics needed to gather information, formulate a plan and follow through with an attack that'll apply appropriate openings for collateral damage.

These three are highly skilled shinobi.