Because people are too lazy to make an exit AND an entrance post Luka found himself magically teleported to the entrance of the jungle. He prepared ahead of time, having allowed both of the genin to gather supplies for the mission. There was no telling just how many days it would take the researcher and his students to find what they needed. So Luka had a pack strapped to his back, full of whatever he may need. He had chosen to bring along one of his sickles and his bladed tonfas. This was Luka's first official mission with people who were lower ranked than him. If something happened to them, it would fall on him. Luka sat against a tree and picked at his nails while thinking about his team. He himself was the perfect specimen for what he wanted to do. Peak physical condition, strategic mind, ability to say '******** you death, not today!' really came in handy when he needed it. If there was a fight Luka was positive he would be able to handle himself. Atsuma had showed the ability to fight, and seemed able to hold his own in battle. Kokoro merely showed her attitude. Luka was not sure how far that would take her in a battle. You couldn't exactly sass your enemy to death. What worried Luka most was the scientists they would be escorting. They had absolutely no military training whatsoever. They would be as bad as bad as escorting a certain president's daughter in a certain evil filled residence.
- Enhanced Senses: Can fight without sight - Using clay results in a 20% chakra decrease for techniques.
-Attacks cannot be blocked by normal means. These blows hit with such force and from such large weapons that a smaller sword/limb will easily break under such force. The only way to get away from the techniques is to dodge.
- Hits can cause sprains and dislocated bones at this point.
Kokoro stepped out of the thread of Downtown with Tochisame and lightly stepped across the forums until she encountered this thread, deciding to make herself "magically appear" as well. She had decided not to bring any additional supplies with her on this mission. She and Tochisame were trained at a younger age to use survival skills to hunt and gather food in the wild. They knew how to defend themselves, and they knew to always expect the worst. As she waited for Atsuma to show up, she thought about the new addition to her acquaintances, Luka. He was hot-headed and definitely seemed to acknowledge his own strength. Kokoro did not have nearly the same level of power as he did, but she did have her animal partner. With Tochisame at her side, she would be able to fight at a much higher level than most other shinobi of her rank. With a bit more training, she and Tochisame could probably get a lot closer to Luka and show him exactly how strong they really were. Kokoro did question Atsua's skills, though. He hadn't ever shown what he could do in a combat situation when with Kokoro. Perhaps this mission would let her see just what the boy was capable of.
Personal Attribute: Scaled Wolves: Kokoro's wolf partners that she has with her have been genetically modified with the Hoshigaki DNA at their birth. Their fur fell off and was replaced with a shark-like skin just like a Hoshigaki's. These wolves are quick and agile like wolves and have a resilient, thick skin like a shark's. The scales give a resistance of 1/2 rank to any taijutsu. Raiton techniques deal an extra rank in damage to the wolves. These wolves can use all of the Inuzuka Clan's techniques just like the regular companions, but are also are capable of moving through the water just like a shark, and rather than having a wolves fangs, the wolves are equipped with a shark's teeth.
Passives: Speed: 1/2 Strength: 1/2 Perception: 1/2 -------------- Can naturally breathe water 20% Chakra increase 20% Water technique chakra reduction Heightened Senses Each Inuzuka has a animal companion at Genin rank, who fights with them as well. At Jounin they are able to get another companion as well [Elemental Fighter] Users are able to perform the seals for B rank techniques and below and seal it into their body. Afterward they are able to release this jutsu with a gesture that logically fits when they wish while fighting [Melee Master] Users receive a 1/2 rank increase in Melee Combat
XXXXE Q U I P M E N T Special Items: Animal Partner - Tochisame: Scaled Wolf
Atsuma's parents were thrilled at the news of Atsuma's departure into the jungle. Not that they wanted him gone of course. His parents loved him from the bottom of their hearts. It was just the fact that it would be his first top priority mission since he graduated. They both insisted on giving him supplies for the trip, but he insisted it was all unnecessary. All he brought along the mission was a book on edible plants you could find in most jungle across the region. Sleeping accessories were not needed since he loved sleeping outside without the restraints of tents or covers.
The boy could see his team waiting for him nearby a tree. Whatever Luka was doing hand from it was beyond him and Kokoro looked like she had been expecting him. He hated making people wait not just because it was rude, but because it was unprofessional. "I'm very sorry...My parents kept me longer than I wanted." He said looking at the two. Hopefully all three would get along very nicely. Or else it would put the entire mission at jeopardy. The look of excitement in his eyes was obvious though. The boy was ready to take on his first true challenge as a shinobi.
Luka had taken to counting the leaves on the tree he was leaning on. After getting to a certain point he heard the approach of two sets of footsteps. One of them was more rapid yet softer, a series of many legs moving at once. The second was louder, the approach of a person. Luka took a wild guess and assumed it was Kokoro and her dog-fish. He raised a hand in greeting and pushed himself off of the tree, approaching her. Luka took quick notice on the lack of supplies she had brought with her. Perhaps it was to show off, or maybe she really was confident in her abilities to survive off the land. "Natural born hunter, I see." Luka said to her, taking a look at the companion once more. He wondered if it could swim as agile as it could run. It was not too long after that Atsuma arrived, apologies on hand. Luka could not help but notice that he did not have anything other than a book with him. He scratched the back of his head and wondered just how well these two had thought this out. "Do not worry, you would have been on time as long as you arrived before our clients." Luka said, and as if on queue a group of people approached. The main leader was an older and eccentric looking man. He had hair that defied gravity and chose to live its life the way it wanted, sticking out in random tufts and freely flowing in the breeze. His glasses were so large they took up a big percentage of his face. His clothes were very rumpled, and he carried a pack twice his size. His students looked more greener, younger than Luka and all with the same expression; fear. The Jashinist had to resist the urge to palm his face in annoyance. Instead he stood up straight and approached the lead researcher. "Hello, I am Luka Jaeger. I will be leading this expedition into the jungle. These are my squadmates. There are only a few rules I wish for everyone to follow here; Do not approach the wildlife. Even the smallest and cutest of squirrels wants to dine on your intestines. Do not eat anything you find in their without consulting someone. You can very easily die. Dysentery is not pretty. And lastly, in the event that you are in danger, do not go running off on your own. If we cannot see you, we cannot protect you." Luka let his words sink in before continuing. "Well, let us begin." Luka said and turned towards the jungle, stepping into the canopy and disappearing through the trees.
For awhile he did not say anything, merely walked a few paces ahead of the group and scouted out the area. "Keep an eye out for anything and everything. Fan out, do not relax for a minute." Luka had said to the two genin. Other than that the only real chatter going on was the research group. Every odd looking plant had to be appraised and explained. The students took notes and samples while the leader enthusiastically talked about everything and anything. For hours this continued, and it was not long before Luka was trying to tune them out. Soon enough it would grow dark, and they needed a place to camp for the night. The jungle top was so closely intertwined that very little sunlight came through. If the sun was not shining directly over them it was already dark in here. Luka halted the group and called to the two genin. "Let us look for a place to rest for the night. It is too dangerous to go on in the darkness. Look for a place in the trees, we do not want to become something's prey." Luka said, intending to stick around the group and act as a guard while they searched.
- Enhanced Senses: Can fight without sight - Using clay results in a 20% chakra decrease for techniques.
-Attacks cannot be blocked by normal means. These blows hit with such force and from such large weapons that a smaller sword/limb will easily break under such force. The only way to get away from the techniques is to dodge.
- Hits can cause sprains and dislocated bones at this point.
Luka's comment about her hunting skill was correct. Hoshigaki and Inuzuka were both born to be able to survive in the wild. An Inuzuka could survive off the land while a Hoshigaki could survive in the water. And, as a way to acknowledge that Luka was right about what he said, Kokoro flashed a toothy grin; one that was filled with rows of razor sharp teeth. She had the bite of a monster.
Soon, Atsuma would arrive, and the whole group was together. It was now time for them to meet their client, whom did arrive just soon after. Their client was peculiar, though. His look just seemed to bother Kokoro. She didn't understand how it was possible to even look like that. (I'm gonna call him the Donger from now on, by the way. You described the Donger to me.) Shen then listened to what Luka had to say about the mission. He was right. You never knew exactly what to expect. Even the plants could attack with poisons or even try to swallow you. It would take everything they had in order to stay safe during this mission.
As they entered the thicket of trees, Kokoro and Tochisame took in their surroundings. The trees were tall and there were many places for possible attackers to hide. She had first-hand experience with this from when she was attacked by those shinobi in the training forest. An archer type had been sniping at her from the treetops and Kokoro couldn't even locate them. They were likely skilled assassins. She knew that if the situation arose again, she would have to find a way to handle it herself or rely on her squad to help. The most important thing during this mission, though, would be the safety of the client. As long as the Donger completed task, then Kokoro and the squad will have succeeded.
Personal Attribute: Scaled Wolves: Kokoro's wolf partners that she has with her have been genetically modified with the Hoshigaki DNA at their birth. Their fur fell off and was replaced with a shark-like skin just like a Hoshigaki's. These wolves are quick and agile like wolves and have a resilient, thick skin like a shark's. The scales give a resistance of 1/2 rank to any taijutsu. Raiton techniques deal an extra rank in damage to the wolves. These wolves can use all of the Inuzuka Clan's techniques just like the regular companions, but are also are capable of moving through the water just like a shark, and rather than having a wolves fangs, the wolves are equipped with a shark's teeth.
Passives: Speed: 1/2 Strength: 1/2 Perception: 1/2 -------------- Can naturally breathe water 20% Chakra increase 20% Water technique chakra reduction Heightened Senses Each Inuzuka has a animal companion at Genin rank, who fights with them as well. At Jounin they are able to get another companion as well [Elemental Fighter] Users are able to perform the seals for B rank techniques and below and seal it into their body. Afterward they are able to release this jutsu with a gesture that logically fits when they wish while fighting [Melee Master] Users receive a 1/2 rank increase in Melee Combat
XXXXE Q U I P M E N T Special Items: Animal Partner - Tochisame: Scaled Wolf
Atsuma took Luka's advice for future missions involving clients. He noticed that Kokoro brought even less than himself which caused Luka give the two genin a suspicious glance. Hopefully the book would be worth it or else the boy was in deep trouble. In a fight however he could handle himself more than nicely. Depending on the level of the attackers of course.
The clients they were escorting didn't phase Atsuma. They were merely people he was tasked with escorting through the jungle in order to find rare plants. During the day Atsuma observed the beautiful scenery that was the jungle. The chaotic system of nature spread all over. To him it was as if several homes were inter lapping with each other. The wildlife was so exotic, constantly morphing the longer he walked behind the lead of Luka. Looking away from it all for a short second he looked at Kokoro who was walking in front of him. As a matter of fact Atsuma was walking behind the whole group keeping the back protected. She seemed to be ok about following Luka now. Keeping to herself and Tochisame most of the time. He wondered how well she would do in a battle with him. It had been quite some time since the academy. Her synchronization with him must've flourished splendidly.
As night approached Atsuma listened to the instructions given by Luka. Walking away from the group, but keeping vision of them he found a decent tree to climb and make his bed for the night. The catch was that he was absolutely disastrous at climbing trees. His first attempt resulted in him falling flat on his head. "Argh..." The second attempt wasn't necessarily a success, but he did make it. If anyone saw the poor boy they wonder why he was chosen for that mission. "Too bad." He mumbled staring up at the trees. He couldn't see the moon at all for the first time in a while. It was an odd sensation really.
The first day had gone smoothly. No one had died and that was always a good start. He had spent a large amount of time trying to get the researchers into a tree. Most of them were unfit for field work and Luka literally had to carry them up. It was tedious work but he did not complain. These jungle trees were massive and created a network of habitable areas. They formed nests of sorts and if one stayed away from the edge it could seem as if one was on the ground. Luka climbed a bit higher and got himself comfortable. He would take the first watch of the night as the others slept. Sitting high in the tree, Luka found himself disturbed. There were so many noises in the jungle. The shifting of the researchers and his team, snoring, trees creaking, insects calling out to each other and hunters prowling about. He found himself on edge for some reason, nervous almost. Luka was brooding on this matter for awhile. There was little he was afraid of. He did not even shy away from death. So what was it that was making him feel so anxious?
Luka had not even noticed the sudden silence and stillness in the night. He sat up suddenly and stiffened, his eye trying to pierce the blackness around him. One hand slid slowly along his thigh and towards his weapon holster, and it was not until he felt the familiar roughness of the grip that an inkling of confidence began to grow in him. A high pitched whistling rang out in the air, making Luka turn to that direction. He was too slow, and a dart embedded itself in his arm. He frowned and grabbed it, ripping it from his flesh with little care. Before he could hold it up and inspect it that same whistling sounded off again. This time Luka was quick on the draw. He rolled to the side and twisted, slamming the blade of his kopesh into the tree. Luka swung himself forward and applied chakra to his feet, clinging to the side of the tree. He felt another set of pricks against his skin as two more darts dug into him. The rest of them missed and embedded themselves into the tree. Luka started running, though he could not think straight. His vision was tunneling and he felt as if the world was tilting too fast. Before he could shout out a warning his head lolled to the side and Luka fell to the ground, unconscious. The assailants would attack the two genin as well, while a group of hooded figures ran through their camp, snatching up people and carrying them off.
- Enhanced Senses: Can fight without sight - Using clay results in a 20% chakra decrease for techniques.
-Attacks cannot be blocked by normal means. These blows hit with such force and from such large weapons that a smaller sword/limb will easily break under such force. The only way to get away from the techniques is to dodge.
- Hits can cause sprains and dislocated bones at this point.
As the dusk eased over the day, the light faded quickly from the setting and the group found themselves taking refuge up in the trees. Luka had ensured that the Donger and his entourage were safely resting up high while Atsuma had difficulty just getting himself up there. Kokoro sighed and looked to Tochisame. Neither of them liked being too high up. Flying scared them half to death and simply being too high up in the air made them uncomfortable. She and Tochisame would scout the area just a bit to know their surroundings before they began to rest. Luka was going to take the first round of watch so Kokoro and Tochisame decided to rest.
They found refuge in a thicket area of shrubbery. The bushes gave enough coverage so that the duo could slide into them and hide from sight. They lied silently for quite a while and dozed off into their rest, not being able to catch what had gone on with Luka. The only thing they caught was the sound of that thing whistling through the air. Kokoro and Tochisame stayed still and tried to understand what was happening. Before they could react to help Luka, they heard a set of footsteps rapidly tapping towards them. They waited for the right moment and then burst out from their cover and found a hooded man trying to run through their camp. She could tell from his physical reaction that he wasn't expecting Kokoro and Tochisame to burst from this spot. The wolf partner sunk his teeth into his leg and locked his jaw so that he had him locked down. Kokoro, as she swung herr blade arm guard towards the man spent the split seconds of time before contact trying to determine whether blood shed was necessary at this time. She didn't know what was going on and could not determine the safety of her clients. Putting her good nature to the side, she swung so that the man's throat was slashed through and then she kicked the body aside while Tochisame let his grip loose.
"Luka! Atsuma! What is the status of the client! (the Donger!)" Kokoro and Tochisame moved cautiously closer to the tree in which they were camping. She kept up a solid guard the whole time. There was already blood on her hands and she wasn't afraid to add to it.
Personal Attribute: Scaled Wolves: Kokoro's wolf partners that she has with her have been genetically modified with the Hoshigaki DNA at their birth. Their fur fell off and was replaced with a shark-like skin just like a Hoshigaki's. These wolves are quick and agile like wolves and have a resilient, thick skin like a shark's. The scales give a resistance of 1/2 rank to any taijutsu. Raiton techniques deal an extra rank in damage to the wolves. These wolves can use all of the Inuzuka Clan's techniques just like the regular companions, but are also are capable of moving through the water just like a shark, and rather than having a wolves fangs, the wolves are equipped with a shark's teeth.
Passives: Speed: 1/2 Strength: 1/2 Perception: 1/2 -------------- Can naturally breathe water 20% Chakra increase 20% Water technique chakra reduction Heightened Senses Each Inuzuka has a animal companion at Genin rank, who fights with them as well. At Jounin they are able to get another companion as well [Elemental Fighter] Users are able to perform the seals for B rank techniques and below and seal it into their body. Afterward they are able to release this jutsu with a gesture that logically fits when they wish while fighting [Melee Master] Users receive a 1/2 rank increase in Melee Combat
XXXXE Q U I P M E N T Special Items: Animal Partner - Tochisame: Scaled Wolf
Atsuma was having an odd dream. In that dream his head was getting bigger and bigger for no apparent reason. He tried to consult a doctor, but in that world he was all alone. He didn't have a big ego so it made no sense to him. That was of course until it started raining in the dream, but not just any rain. It wasn't exactly water at all. It was kind of gooey like spit. Then he heard his name being called from somewhere. "Hello?!" He shouted trying to find shelter from the goo rain. When he finally found the shelter his eyes opened. "Huh!? What the?!" Atsuma found himself dangling upside down from vines nowhere near the tree he picked to sleep on. His head had been upside down so long that it looked like a tomato ready to burst, but what about they gooey rain? As the boy struggled to free himself from nature's grasp a drop of saliva fell on his right cheek. His body immediately stopped moving. Struggling to look up Atsuma looked into the eyes of a large feline creature that hadn't eaten in days. "Oh dear...Help!!!!" Atsuma shouted trying to free himself from the vines before the beast got to him. His luck was the vines made it difficult for the thing to actually get it. Atsuma never carried shuriken around, but boy did he wish for one at that moment. His heart rate was steady however. Being calm amidst crisis was his strong point.
Looking at the palm of his right hand Atsuma sighed in defeat. "Looks like i'll have to use it..." Extending from his right index finger was a very sharp bone the length of a tiger's claw. It wasn't a jutsu exactly, just him using a very basic form of his kekkei genkai. Within seconds he had freed himself dropping to the ground. A million different kinds of insects immediately scattered with the sudden commotion. All trying to find safe refuge. Looking up at the feline Atsuma smiled and bowed. "Maybe next time good friend." With that said Atsuma dashed towards his old tree and hopefully his team.
Upon arriving at the general area he found absolutely no one. Both Luka and Kokoro were gone together with the clients. "Rats..." Atsuma mumbled before dodging an incoming kunai. Turning around the boy faced two hooded figures. Each bearing a devilish grin. "Ho ho he dodged m-" Before the smallest of the two would finish speak Atsuma landed a solid blow to his face sending him flying back through the jungle. His legs were both radiating chakra. It was his clans very own, "Flash step." Atsuma hated it when people attacked him from behind. After the punch was delivered the boy dodged a kick coming from the remaining enemy. It was basic almost bait like in nature so Atsuma didn't buy it. Instead he used the attackers leg as leverage to flip over his head removing the hood mid jump. One behind the enemy Atsuma would clap both of his ears stunning him. The agony the enemy went through did not phase Atsuma. Kicking him down Atsuma squatted to ask, "Who are you and where are my friends?" He asked with a more serious tone.
Luka could hear the sounds of people shouting and moving around him, but they were muffled and distorted. His mouth felt so full and groady, and it took him a bit to realize he landed face first in the dirt. Luka managed to get his arms underneath him and pushed himself upward, trying to shove the dirt from his mouth. Every part of his body felt like it had swelled up to double its size. His tongue felt weird and fuzzy and his vision was still wonky. He managed to get to his feet and shook his head, using his hands to clear his mouth. Luka spit a few times and focused on the world around him. The voice he had been hearing finally registered in his head.; it was Kokoro. Luka started forward with a jolt and stumbled, faceplanting once more. He recovered quickly and took off running through the jungle, trying to locate the girl. Through plot convenience they all ended up in relatively the same location. Luka could smell Atsuma, and someone else. He hopped over a giant root and found himself looking at Atsuma's hostage.
Luka wiped his face once more and slowly approached, looking like he had just been through hell. There were still darts stuck in his skin and he was absolutely filthy now. As he approached, his anger grew and grew. He stopped behind the guy and lifted him up by the scruff of his neck. Luka picked him up right off of the ground with one arm and slammed him onto a tree. For a moment he merely glared at the man with all the hatred he could muster. Luka did not like being dirty. He grasped the man by the throat and held him off of the ground. The man clutched at Luka's arm and struggled to breath, weakly kicking and fighting against him. The Jaegerbomb waited until the man's eyes were about to roll back before letting him fall to the floor. The man gasped for breath and looked around wildly. "The scientists, where have you taken them?" Luka asked quietly, barely above a whisper. He stood over the man like a tower, very imposing and very deadly. The man smirked at Luka and winked, clenching his mouth tightly. Luka furrowed his eyebrows in confusion; what was that noise? A sizzling and gurgling started coming from the man's mouth as it began to froth. The man cackled and coughed as he seized before his head rolled to the side and he stopped moving. In a flash of anger Luka slammed his fist against the tree, bloodying his knuckles. Only cowards took their own lives.
Luka took in a deep breath and calmed down, assuring himself that there would be plenty of souls sent to Jashin before this mission was over. He turned around and noticed Kokoro standing not too far off from where he and Atsuma were. He motioned for the boy to follow as he walked over to the fish-girl. Luka looked at the body on the ground and the blood on her blade. "Looks like you're a murderer as well." He said absentmindedly, the gears in his head spinning as he tried to figure out what was the next step. Luka reached for the darts in his arm and pulled them out, holding them so Atsuma and Kokoro could see them. "This attack was very organized. We were being watched the whole time." Luka said, the annoyance clear in his voice. How had he let them slip by his guard? "They must have some base or camp nearby. We will need to track them down." Luka looked right at Kokoro and nodded his head towards her dog-shark. "Try to pick up their scent." Luka growled, trying to contain his temper. There would be hell to pay, soon enough.
- Enhanced Senses: Can fight without sight - Using clay results in a 20% chakra decrease for techniques.
-Attacks cannot be blocked by normal means. These blows hit with such force and from such large weapons that a smaller sword/limb will easily break under such force. The only way to get away from the techniques is to dodge.
- Hits can cause sprains and dislocated bones at this point.
Kokoro actually caught sight of her squad just as Luka began to interrogate the captured man. Luka was ruthless and demanding and seemed as if he would gut the man and keep him alive before giving up and just killing him. But then the man began to react to something. It was only as if he had swallowed some sort of poison. Kokoro could actually smell something similar to arsenic coming from him. She sighed, knowing it would be difficult to continue this mission.
Luka and Atsuma came down to where Kokoro was, easing her mind just a bit more. She was safer now that she had her squad at her side. However, the comment Luka made towards the kill that Kokoro and Tochisame had made instigated a growling retort from them both. Kokoro did not consider a self-defense kill as a murder. She needed to protect her own life in the mission and that was it. Luka continued to speak, finding logic and reason in everything that was going on. His order to Kokoro and Tochisame was a good route to go down. She nodded to her partner and both of them hunkered down low to the ground. They caught the scent from the blood that was on Kokoro's arm. The duo made eye contact and Kokoro nodded. "You guys should be able to keep up. I trust that you've been training for speed." She dug her front fingers into the ground as she reared up and then burst forward on all fours alongside Tochisame. They had located an area where three more of them were. There were other scents that were familiar to Tochisame and Kokoro both; they were definitely the Donger and party.
The animal duo snapped through the jungle and dodged the trunks of all the trees as they approached. Coming to a sudden halt, they noticed the camp and could definitely identify their client from their scent. It would be up to Luka no to initiate an assault in attempt to retrieve their Donger.
Personal Attribute: Scaled Wolves: Kokoro's wolf partners that she has with her have been genetically modified with the Hoshigaki DNA at their birth. Their fur fell off and was replaced with a shark-like skin just like a Hoshigaki's. These wolves are quick and agile like wolves and have a resilient, thick skin like a shark's. The scales give a resistance of 1/2 rank to any taijutsu. Raiton techniques deal an extra rank in damage to the wolves. These wolves can use all of the Inuzuka Clan's techniques just like the regular companions, but are also are capable of moving through the water just like a shark, and rather than having a wolves fangs, the wolves are equipped with a shark's teeth.
Passives: Speed: 1/2 Strength: 1/2 Perception: 1/2 -------------- Can naturally breathe water 20% Chakra increase 20% Water technique chakra reduction Heightened Senses Each Inuzuka has a animal companion at Genin rank, who fights with them as well. At Jounin they are able to get another companion as well [Elemental Fighter] Users are able to perform the seals for B rank techniques and below and seal it into their body. Afterward they are able to release this jutsu with a gesture that logically fits when they wish while fighting [Melee Master] Users receive a 1/2 rank increase in Melee Combat
XXXXE Q U I P M E N T Special Items: Animal Partner - Tochisame: Scaled Wolf
Atsuma sighed when Luka took away his hostage by force. Things shouldn't have gone down that way. Trying to stop Luka would do nothing at all. Atsuma could only watch as the life within the hooded assailant faded away. Walking up to him, Atsuma shut his eyes closed not that it would matter any ways. The jungle would make sure to use his body well. Burying him would make no sense and take too long. Then Atsuma finally realized something. There was another enemy knocked out unconscious in the jungle. This fact he would keep secret from Luka or else the death toll would keep increasing.
Atsuma followed Luka to Kokoro, but didn't plan on sticking around too long. He could see the blood on Kokoro's blades. She had actually killed someone judging from the amount. The most Atsuma did was break a face. Killing was to be avoided. Luka could do what ever he wanted, but Atsuma had his own rules to follow. The amount of darts on his body were a sign. The enemy took out the captain before going in. Whoever shot him down made sure he stayed down. Finally the counter attack began.
Kokoro didn't know that Atsuma was the one to take care of the enemy and all she saw at the moment was a genin that couldn't even climb a tree. If Atsuma stayed back she'd think that he was just too slow, but not Luka. The boy screwed up revealing some of his power in their spar. "Oh well. If he gets mad i'll apologize..." He mumbled as the three dashed towards where ever Kokoro was going. Little by little he decreased his speed until they were out of eye sight. It was time for his operation to initiate.
Atsuma back tracked to the corpse and looked for a series of trees that looked damaged. That was the mark the enemy left after Atsuma punched him out of sight. "Here we go." Atsuma said following the destruction. The marks lead to the unconscious body of a young woman. Her nose terribly broken with blood splattered all across her face. "I need to find the suicide tooth before awakening her." Slowly opening her mouth the boy felt each of her interior molars for any oddity until he found it. "I'm sorry, but this might hurt a little..."
Luka could see how negatively Kokoro had reacted to his statement and honestly he did not care. Sometimes people needed that tough loving. Kokoro had wrongly assumed Luka was a savage. Yes, he did kill many people and yes he often sought the violent approach. But he did not kill wantonly. Luka did not send innocent souls to his Lord, only those who deserved it. Thieves, marauders, pillagers, pirates, rapists, litterers, animal abusers; those were the men and women that Luka sent to Jashin. He had killed in defense of this village more times than he cared to count, and yet he was still the monster. Which was ironic coming from a fish-girl and shark-dog. That would be an issue to address another time. Luka sprinted off the moment Kokoro did, easily keeping pace with the two. When they made it to the camp Luka crouched down and used his keen sight to locate each of them. There were plenty of these savages around the camp, meaning there would inevitably be a fight.
Luka shifted and spoke without turning. "Here's the plan. I'll draw their attention. Atsuma, use your flash-" Luka noticed then that Atsuma was not near them. He looked around and cursed under his breath. The now angry man turned to Kokoro and her pet and spoke in a hushed voice. As he spoke he shoved his hands into his pockets, unsealing the hidden mouths on his palms. Tongues snaked out and consumed clay, and in no time at all Luka had a series of creations ready to use. "I am going to create a very big distraction; try to secure the researchers. Without a doubt there will be someone left behind to guard them, maybe even a few people. I will have the majority of them. Regardless of what happens your mission is to get the researchers back alive." Luka said as he opened his hands, releasing a number of snakes and critters. The clay creations slithered and crawled to the far side of the camp. Luka nodded his head at the girl and took off, staying low and very silent. He would wait until she was in position to begin the battle.
- Enhanced Senses: Can fight without sight - Using clay results in a 20% chakra decrease for techniques.
-Attacks cannot be blocked by normal means. These blows hit with such force and from such large weapons that a smaller sword/limb will easily break under such force. The only way to get away from the techniques is to dodge.
- Hits can cause sprains and dislocated bones at this point.
As annoyed as she was that Atsuma wasn't there, she felt as if she was more than capable of doing exactly what she was required to do in this situation. As long as she could get in there while Luka made a distraction, she'd definitely be able to rescue Donger and friends. "I'm ready. Do what you need when you see me make my move." The animal duo sped quickly over into a dark, covered spot behind a bush and waited to dash forward. There were three of these hooded figures right there. Kokoro took a deep breath and readied herself, immediately going into a mad dash towards them. All she needed now was for Luka to launch his distraction.
Personal Attribute: Scaled Wolves: Kokoro's wolf partners that she has with her have been genetically modified with the Hoshigaki DNA at their birth. Their fur fell off and was replaced with a shark-like skin just like a Hoshigaki's. These wolves are quick and agile like wolves and have a resilient, thick skin like a shark's. The scales give a resistance of 1/2 rank to any taijutsu. Raiton techniques deal an extra rank in damage to the wolves. These wolves can use all of the Inuzuka Clan's techniques just like the regular companions, but are also are capable of moving through the water just like a shark, and rather than having a wolves fangs, the wolves are equipped with a shark's teeth.
Passives: Speed: 1/2 Strength: 1/2 Perception: 1/2 -------------- Can naturally breathe water 20% Chakra increase 20% Water technique chakra reduction Heightened Senses Each Inuzuka has a animal companion at Genin rank, who fights with them as well. At Jounin they are able to get another companion as well [Elemental Fighter] Users are able to perform the seals for B rank techniques and below and seal it into their body. Afterward they are able to release this jutsu with a gesture that logically fits when they wish while fighting [Melee Master] Users receive a 1/2 rank increase in Melee Combat
XXXXE Q U I P M E N T Special Items: Animal Partner - Tochisame: Scaled Wolf
"Let me go!!! Let me go, let me go, LET ME GO!!!" Shouted Atsuma's hostage as she repeatedly hit his back. Her frail boy slung over his right shoulder like a bag of rice. "I'm sorry, but I will only let you down if you tell me where the scientists are." He said without straying from the path his team had taken. He trusted Kokoro's tracking skills, but something was very fishy about the entire thing. The enemy watched them the entire time so they must've known something about the three ninja. "It won't matter honey. Your little friends are dead anyways haha!!" That sudden comment made the boy very uneasy. It didn't seem like a hollow threat. There was a certain depth to it. "What do you mean" Atsuma asked turning his slightly her way. "Hmmmm. Let me down and i'll tell you..." Atsuma gave a tired sigh before stopping dead in his tracks. The jungle much like the forest had one golden rule. Any noise made coming from the ground behind you meant that someone was following you. It was the younger boy who accompanied the eccentric scientist on the trip. He didn't seem hurt, roughed up or lost at all. The girl giggled and whispered into Atsuma's ear. "I wonder how your friends will react to our surprise party?" The boy who was supposedly captured grinned at Atsuma and laughed followed by several other hooded figures emerging behind the boy. Actually now that he looked at the boy again Atsuma noticed he was wearing different clothes and smelled like some sort of perfume. The girl wasn't going to be of any use to him anymore he needed to go save his team mates before something happened. Dropping her like a bag he burst out as fast as he could in the direction of Kokoro and Luka.
In the camp the hooded figures that Kokoro and Luka were trying to get past were nothing more than faceless golems. The room where the scientist was located in was filled with explosives rigged to detonate if someone opened the door. So much for diplomacy Atsuma thought suddenly feeling foolish for leaving his team. Hopefully Kokoro or Luka would smell the explosives and not open the door. He could see thei figures in the distance now. Kokoro had gone in and Luka was preparing something. "DON'T DO IT! IT'S A TRAP!!!" Atsuma shouted. Luka had to hear him or else they were screwed.
You can get alot farther with a bo were w and a smile.
