Sakumo nodded, absorbing the depth of Hikari's pn now fully, "Yes, I see your point. With the support of your Hyuga cn and my own involvement, rallying the other smaller shinobi cns in the vilge might indeed be very feasible. However, even with all of them on the boat, I'm still concerned about whether we would have enough numbers to secure a majority in the Jonin Council vote...",

  "And it will be pretty hard to convince that many civilians to hypothetically vote for me; those recent rumors are one thing, but civilians are also traditionally very leaning toward the Hokage's faction...", He said, now reflecting only on the logistical challenges of their goal and expressing no other disapproval.

  "I've done the numbers on this, and you're right, Sakumo-san. Relying solely on our alliance, it's going to be a tough call to rally enough Jonin behind you. And trying to sway the civilian popution is an uphill battle given the Hokage's influence and the perks he can offer, too...",

  "But there's one group you've overlooked, a group even more sidelined than the smaller cns—the Uchiha cn. They're arguably the most marginalized group in the vilge right now. If we manage to get their support for your bid as Jonin Commander, and in exchange, promise to them that you will use that position to support them more and work towards politically reintegrating them into the vilge's fabric further in the future, they might just be willing to join our cause as well this time around...", Hikari finally outlined his entire strategy this time.

  Hikari had indeed roughly done the math required for their pn to succeed. He understood that the Jonin Council, which votes for the next Jonin Commander or the head of the Jonin Council, comprised approximately 500 members.

  To be considered a candidate in the election, one needed at least 50 votes, and the nominee with the highest tally would ultimately secure the position.

  Within this body, the Hyuga cn boasted 100 members in the Jonin Council alone, a significant but not decisive contingent. It was worth noting that this number represented only about half of the Hyuga's Jonin-level shinobi.

  The others, despite holding Jonin ranks, were not part of the Jonin Council. This was primarily because they hadn't participated in missions contributing directly to the vilge's shinobi efforts, choosing instead to focus on being permanently stationed within the cn; this group is mainly from the Main Branch as well.

  "But isn't your cn traditionally seen as rivals to the Uchiha? Would they really agree to colborate with us on this?", Sakumo asked, voicing a concern that naturally arose from the historical tension between the Hyuga and Uchiha cns.

  "In reality, the rivalry between our cns isn't as intense as people make it out to be, Sakumo-san. There haven't been any wars or significant conflicts with the Uchiha since the vilge was founded, and even before then, certainly nothing on the scale of the Uchiha's past with the Senju. I believe the idea of our rivalry has been rgely amplified by the Hokage's faction, who stand to gain the most from keeping our cns at odds with one another...",

  "The other Elders of my cn have all also recognized this manipution, and that's a major reason why they're open to aligning with the Uchiha now. Aside from the 'normal' competitive spirit stemming from our simir Kekkei Genkai and dojutsu, there aren't deep-seated grievances or conflicting interests between us...",

  "The real hurdle instead might be the overall Uchiha's reputation for arrogance and their tendency to isote themselves, but given the pressure they've faced from the Hokage's faction, I'm optimistic. I doubt the Uchiha Elders are blind to the benefits of our proposal, especially in light of their current situation.",

  "They're likely keen on reintegrating more closely with the vilge at this time and aren't completely gone into the cn 'insution' philosophy. With your involvement, Sakumo-san, and the support of other smaller cns, we have a strong case to make. I believe the Uchiha will see the wisdom in joining forces regarding this matter...", Hikari id out his true analysis.

  Sakumo listened intently, processing Hikari's perspective on the matter. After a moment of reflection, his expression softened, signaling a complete shift in his initial skepticism as well.

  "You make a compelling argument overall, Hikari-kun. I must admit, I've been viewing the situation through the lens of old perceptions and rivalries just now...", Sakumo conceded, "If the Hyuga and Uchiha cns can also set aside past differences, real or exaggerated, for the greater good of the vilge, then perhaps there is hope for genuine change on a broad level.",

  "Uniting our forces could also be the key to averting potential great future conflicts within the vilge, stemming from the injustices faced by the Uchiha and the smaller cns. Their growing grievances, if left unaddressed, could destabilize Konoha and 'explode' sometime in the future.",

  "If we manage to politically address and resolve these issues, however, it would mark a significant achievement for the vilge's future stability and strength. Such a coalition could truly safeguard the vilge's long-term prosperity and harmony...", Sakumo reflected.

  Then, clearly suddenly reinvigorated by the conversation and the possibility of making a significant impact, Sakumo found himself completely unknowingly stepping away from the shadow of his recent troubles.

  The rumors and negative thoughts that had once weighed heavily on him seemed less oppressive as he considered the potential for real change within the vilge he loved.

  Therefore, a newfound enthusiasm evident in his demeanor and a spark of passion lighting up his face, Sakumo leaned into the discussion, genuinely curious and hopeful about their potential chances of success.

  "So, are you sure that with the Uchiha also on board, we would have enough numbers...?", He inquired fully 'bought in', his voice carrying a mix of optimism and a desire for reassurance.

  His question stemmed from a pce of genuine curiosity. Politics had never been his main arena; he was a shinobi at heart, more accustomed to the straightforwardness of missions than the intricate dance of vilge politics.

  "The math works out in our favor, Sakumo-san. Honestly, I was as surprised as you might be when I went through the numbers with the help of the cn's intelligence. I bet the Hokage's faction would be quite caught off guard, too.

  "And that's why we must keep our strategy tightly under wraps until election day to prevent any unforeseen moves from their side. They've proven time and again how insidious they can be..." Hikari said in a tone of strategic caution.

  "Let me y out the numbers for you: the Uchiha cn contributes about 100 members to the Jonin Council, the same as my cn. If they're all on board and cast their votes, we'd only need around 50 more to secure a win.",

  "The smaller cns, when their numbers are pooled together, have about 75 members in the Council. This means that if we manage to get everyone to vote, we'll have more than enough to win the majority. It's all about unity and coordination at this point." Hikari expined the arithmetic of their pn clearly.

  Hikari's calcutions were not made lightly. Initially, he had assumed that securing additional votes from civilian Jonin through covert incentives might be necessary to ensure victory in the election.

  However, a thorough consultation with the Hyuga Patriarch and a review of the cn's intelligence resources led him to a surprising conclusion: such measures were unnecessary.

  This revetion not only reinforced the strength of their strategy but also highlighted the intrinsic power and influence wielded by the Hyuga and Uchiha cns within the vilge.

  The fact that both cns had about half of their Jonin force not even participating in the Jonin Council spoke volumes about their untapped potential.

  It underscored a significant aspect of Konoha's shinobi hierarchy—despite the apparent dominance of the Hokage Faction, formidable pockets of power, represented by the Hyuga and Uchiha, could dramatically alter the vilge's political ndscape when mobilized.

  This insight was a revetion to Hikari. It also emphasized the parity between the Hyuga and Uchiha cns in terms of their capacity to influence vilge affairs if they joined together.

  Meanwhile, when researching this, Hikari also received a more detailed intelligence assessment regarding the representation of other notable cns within Konoha's Jonin Council.

  This comprehensive analysis also provided him with a clearer picture of the political ndscape and the retive power levels of various important shinobi cns within the vilge.

  For example, the Yamanaka, Akimichi, and Nara cns each had an average representation of about 25 members within the Jonin Council.

  On the other hand, the Aburame, Inuzuka, Shimura, and Sarutobi cns had roughly half that number, with an average of around 12 members each in the Jonin Council.

  Hikari's analytical approach extended beyond the Jonin Council's membership counts; he delved into the broader power dynamics and the distribution of elite-level shinobi across the vilge.

  After getting that elder-level intelligence estimation and becoming one himself recently, he now had some kind of statistical representation inside of his head of various power dynamics of the cns and vilge.

  His investigation revealed a fascinating insight: combined, the Hyuga and Uchiha cns commanded an impressive 40% of the vilge's elite Jonin pool, with both having half of that share at the standalone levels.

  This figure also included not only those Jonin within the Jonin Council but also those in specialized units like the Anbu. The analysis also included the substantial Jonin force that the Uchiha and Hyuga cns had but that constantly stayed within the cn compounds.

  Hikari also found that alongside the Hyuga and Uchiha, considered the vilge's foremost cns, the Yamanaka, Akimichi, and Nara—also cssified among the rger cns—collectively held about 55% of the vilge's Jonin forces.

  When the medium-sized cns, including the Sarutobi, Shimura, Inuzuka, and Aburame, were added to the mix, this percentage rose to around 65%.

  Furthermore, when considering the smaller cns like the Hatake, the total share of Jonin hailing from all shinobi cns astonishingly reached 80% of the vilge's entire Jonin force.

  This analysis truly highlighted the significant advantage shinobi from established cns had over those born to civilian families.

  In such an environment, only the most fortunate, talented, and intellectually gifted civilian shinobi could break through to cim a share of the remaining 20% of Jonin positions.

  Reflecting on these newfound insights, Hikari again felt a profound sense of gratitude for his cn affiliation.

  Otherwise, being reborn as a civilian, for example, would truly have ended even before it began for him in his overall transmigration journey in this kind of low social mobility world.

  Hanma_Jack