Niko would continue her training by coming up with techniques that she could use. She wasn't sure if they were in her styles or not, but she did what made the most sense to her. She would start with the Yamakagashi. She remembered the damage she caused with it last time, so she made sure to be careful. She flicked her wrist out and sent the whip blade out in a spiral in front of her. It was far from pretty. It still felt right though, and Niko would practice this movement until she was able to make multiple shapes with the spiral on command.
She then put her chakra into the whip and cracked it at a dummy. If the dummy could feel pain, it would cry out in it. The chakra that Niko put into the whip was enough to make even an elephant scream out. This was a move Niko was going to use cautiously as it was more of a vicious way to inflict damage than anything else. Niko moved on.
Niko then tried to make the sword "jump" and snap multiple times in one swing. She was able to make it strike a dummy multiple times with just one swing. Niko wasn't sure if this was how she should be doing this but she couldn't help but feel it was right.
Niko stopped to take a look over to Hisashi. He was sleeping in the corner bothering no one. "Good boy." Niko then pulled out her katana again. She placed it on the ground and pulled out another one as well. Then, she made two shadow clones and had them pick them up. Niko nodded to them, and soon they took their stances. Niko was going to work on her defenses.
The first clone rushed in with a downward slash. Niko tried to block it with a circular swing that dropped the clones katana to the ground. The next one came in with an upward slash this time. Niko countered in the same way, just the opposite direction. She got the same result. Niko was getting better with the sword.
Niko decided to step it up a notch by having the clones use chakra based slashes. Niko poured chakra into her blade and would try to practice the same thing. She was able to block three of their attacks, but she was over powered on the fourth. Niko realized the chakra lasted only so long. This was a good way to keep herself safe was a bit in a tight situation.
Niko dusted herself off and turned back to the clones. She had them rush again as she decided to practice a different form of attack. Instead of cutting the opponent or making a slash of some sort, Niko used the hilt of her blade. After she blocked a moved from the clone, she instantly countered with that strike. She knocked the clone back and it was strong enough to make it poof away. The next clone would suffer the same fate.
Finally, Niko began swinging both katanas extremely fast. They were even fast enough to leave a shearing sound within the wind it cut. Niko was also almost sure the blade was cutting the air before it even got to it. Either way, whatever was happening, it was happening very fast.
Niko moved on to her throws. She had read a technique earlier that allowed her to carry multiple of her hidden stash scrolls. The secret was to disperse the chakra into all the scrolls evenly. This way, when they are prepared to use them they can already be ready and not have to charge them all at once. It was an effective way to stay up on ammunition.
Niko then began to work on her throws. She was out there throwing curveballs with her kunai. She would throw them at a weird angle, and they would bend or turn and still hit the dummy where she wanted it to. She could use this move in conjunction with calling cord and become a somewhat puppeteer. Niko thought that was funny as she moved on to taijutsu.
The taijutsu that Niko and Ryota was creating involved a weapon of some blade variety. It was all about adding the physicality to the sword play. Most of them were direct strikes or defensive slashes. Like the newest set of techniques she came up with. To start, there was a simple rested full slash that almost came from nowhere. Looking at the move itself, it was so spontaneous and wild that it could catch most people off guard.
Then there was the "dead locked kick" as Niko liked to call it. Basically, while crossing swords, she kicked the back of her blade and makes it so she has the upper hand in the clash. She then controls what happened from that point. Whether it be another defensive technique that followed, or an offensive, Niko would be the one to dictate how it happened.
The final technique in the set, was a heavy footed slash. This slash was a counter attack and should always be used as such. It was easy to telegraph and it was fairly easy to dodge. However, that would not be the case in motion. Using this technique on someone incoming with an attack will cause them to either take the hit or cancel and defend. It was an effective strategy to say the least. Niko would move on to the new taijutsu style she found in the scrolls.
Learned: Retsu Koushin [ Cold Lips ], Arai Seppun [ Rude Kiss ], Nushi no Shita [ Lover's Tongue ]
Niko would have to practice this one in theory. This technique was very confusing and would need quite a bit of thought to pull off. This technique was all about mirror imaging of the user. It encompassed clones. Niko would have to spend some time on this one. The first technique was called "Ghost Strike" and it allowed the user to create partial after images of their limbs and such. This would confuse the target thinking there would be harm to them or see more attacks then there really was. Niko could see the benefit this technique was gonna offer her down the road.
The next one was all about making a clone that would confuse the target. The clone would be made while she was moving and it would be harder to tell which one was real or not. It was also a quick way to advance on the opponent without fear. Someone with a sharingan would be able to tell, but to the naked eye, it would be almost impossible.
The next one was about all about the fake out. The clones or clones would be sent out first. They would go to attack and then poof for the users actual strike. A good way to confuse anyone with a naked eye. This technique would be good for the everyday fight.
Next up was a real clone strike. So far they have all be after-images of the user. This one was a physical attack that followed through and could attack. The clones would mimic the user and their moves. Then when the clone strikes, it poofs away. Even if it could be determined it was not her, the attack will still go through. Meaning, they target would have to counter in some way shape or form.
The next move was none as "Delayed Strike." This move was all about the clones making an attack that was already made again. This strike copies the users moves and comes out again at a weaker rate. The attack was a good way to pull up the targets defenses towards the clones. This takes focus off of her and makes things easier in the fight.
Niko moved on to read about multiple arms and how she could make more strikes with them. There really wasn't much to say here. An extra set of hands? That will kill the "I only have two hands" argument for good. Niko could essentially out of combat, become spiderlike. She would be able to do most of anything that required multiple hands.
Next up was probably the coolest technique Niko came across in this scroll. After making a few clones, they will uppercut the target in the air. This allowed for an aerial based combo. This would good because it countered the opponent in the air leaving them defenseless to the strikes that followed. It was almost a guaranteed hit.
Niko continued reading up until she got to a technique she wanted to try herself. She got up and made a clone of herself. She started to run circles around the clone. She got faster and faster. Soon, she was leaving after-images of herself that confused the clone. The clones would run in different directions making it hard for the clone in the circle to tell which was real and which was not. Niko wanted to try it because it seemed fun.
Finally, Niko read on to see that this technique could be overhauled. Each clone could be created to have an after-image after that. That way, the target will never know a real strike from a fake strike. Their defenses will be all messed up leaving them open for attacks.
Niko had finished her training for the day with conclusion of the scroll. Niko had done quite a bit today, but had nothing left today. She wasn't working so Niko would really have to think on what she wanted to do. With a sigh, Niko walked over to the still sleeping Hisashi and woke him up. "You were such a good boy today. I'm not sure where we're going after this, but I just finished. No steak today, but do you have anything else you want to do?" Hisashi thought about it for a moment before smiling and barking back happily. Niko was surprised but also happy. This was a first from Hisashi. Niko was happy to oblige.
"Can we do a little more training? I have an idea for a jutsu..."
Niko had finally achieved her goal. She finally compiled a case on Don Juan. Now, it was time to prepare herself to speak to the Kage. She had quite a bit of training left to do. She figured she would take care of that now, that way she could be fully prepared and nothing will surprise her. Niko and Hisashi made their way to the dojo. When they got there, they ran into Ryota, who was training by himself. It was strange seeing him not teaching. Niko decided to join him.
"Hey Red. If you're looking to train with me today then you know the drill. I should warn you, training today will be long and brutal." Niko nodded as she activated the sharingan and prepared to train. "Let's get started then."
They both had blades in hand. Ryota rushed Niko quickly. Niko was prepared for it. She quickly used all of training with the blade to become more aware in the moment. This allowed her to pique her reflexes as well as swing faster. She was able to keep up Ryota's movements by practicing this. As they clashed blades, Ryota came with a fierce strike that Niko had to dodge.
Dodging the technique was easier said than done. Niko had to focus all her mind of the movement. Then, as if she used shunshin, Niko left an after image of herself that took the strike. Niko was now to the right of Ryota and hand gained some ground. Niko would attack from a range.
By now, Niko knew quite a bit of tricks with the blade. She was even able to send of wave of compressed energy that could cut through most anything. By adding more chakra she could send them even farther. It was a clutch technique, especially after a dodge. Niko flung two slices at Ryota.
Seeing no way to dodge, Ryota used the shield of the storm guard to block the waves. That's when Niko charged her weapon with chakra. She ran straight for the shield and pierced it easily. So easily in fact, that even Ryota was surprised. After narrowly dodging the blade from Niko, Ryota stood up from his stance. They both were breathing heavily.
"Fine work indeed Red. Let's take a quick break and move on. We have a lot to cover today." Niko bowed as she put away her blade. "Yes Sensei." Niko trained by working on her katana. She used her chakra to make a wave that reflected herself. It appeared as if two people were attacking and Niko had done pretty well with it. It was almost like a clone really.
Niko moved on to a defensive technique. She was able to learn these simply because she had the training to do so. She had become well versed in her styles and could become even more dangerous by thinking of her own moves within the style. She thought of this one the other day. She stabbed the ground five time and a dome of elemental chakra came up to protect her. It was a good technique she made to defend when she couldn't.
"Still training on your break? You're gonna tire yourself out Red." Niko shook her head. "I've got plenty in the tank. I've picked up a few styles too." Ryota smiled with excitement.
"Did you now?"
Learned: Moment of Steel, Movement of Steel, Offense of Steel, Vorpal Blade, Duplicate Rain, Seasonal Dance
[2]
Niko pulled out a scroll and summoned the Εkina Shiri. Niko then grasped the large nodachi in both hands. It a bit heavier than expected, but Niko was able to handle it. She swung it a few times to show that she was able to wield it properly. "Very nice. Very nice indeed. I've faced a samurai who was versatile in this weapon. He even taught me a thing or too." Niko smiled as they got to work.
Niko started practicing a straight vertical slash. She came down with such force, however it was really slow. The more power she put in, the slower it was. However, the attack could be deadly if used when the target was immobilized or stunned. Ryota even showed her a cool way to swing down. He was able to do so one handed as well.
The next move that she was shown was a sweeping attack. The attack was so strong, Niko had a hard time stopping herself. She dragged the sword along the ground and then pivoted and turned bringing up the blade for a slash. She realized the more power she put in the harder it would be to stop. Ryota was skilled enough to do it with one hand.
This was another stab technique like many in her arsenal already. This was simple. She brought the blade up and extended forward. The weight of the blade was what caused the most damage. As it rammed into the target, it utilized the force from the push to pierce even armor. Ryota was able to pull it off one handed. "How are you able to do this with one hand?" Ryota just smiled.
He told her in theory about the next technique. He didn't want another incident there either. Instead, he explained the chakra consumption and how to release. Niko understood it well. It was like other techniques she knew, only not as damaging.
Ryota was able to demonstrate the next technique, and he did so one handed again. Niko was growing impatient. Still, Niko practiced with two. The attack was an upward swing. She would be able to use it to break defenses and get the drop on them, but it was too strong, it was easy to read. She would have to use just enough strength to master the attack correctly.
"Okay! Time for a quick break. Swinging this sword is hard work." Niko this time took a break. She deactivated her sharingan and drank some water. Then she questioned Ryota. "How do you swing the sword with one hand?" Ryota smiled. "Tell you what. You learn everything I have to teach you in this style, and then ask me that. Deal?" Niko sighed but understood.
"Deal."
Learned: Ju Suto [ Heavy Smash ], Soin [ Sweep ], Sasu [ Stab ] ,Houyou no Yochi [ Earth's Embrace ], Saidai Shinpuku [ Upwards Swing ]
[3]
After the deal was made, they started back up again. Niko was shown a counter technique. It was a one handed vertical slash with the weight of the blade on the free arm. It was effective against smaller or unarmed opponents and should be used against those whenever possible.
Next up was another chakra slash. Niko was used to these, she could do them in her sleep. She thrusted the blade forward and stopped mid push, expelling chakra and snapping it out in front of her. This was a more basic, sudden move but still easy to catch someone off guard.
The next was a jump/drop on the target. Leap in the air and come down similar to Link is super smash bros. It was effective for a few reasons. It put Niko in the air above the target. It allowed her to gain momentum, and the attack would be hard to dodge. Overall it was a great technique.
The next technique had nothing to do with the weapon itself. This was all about movement. Niko would try to shunshin with the weapon. She was able to get speed, but this would take a couple of tries. The tries came and came. Soon, Niko was able to move at the blink of an eye, though she could only do it once.
The next one was the same in principle. However this was more so for the mobility factor. She was able to move as if she wasn't holding a weapon at all. This effect didn't last long either, but it was still useful to her with the weight.
As if Niko's nodachi wasn't big enough, the next technique, again like many techniques in her arsenal, extended her blade even further. The chakra could be fired off just like the samurai saber technique. This one didn't go that far, but was able to last for longer with the amount of chakra used.
Learned: Hiki [ Saw ], Nibui Sutoraiki [ Dull Blade ], Tetsu Rakka [ Iron Drop ], Bakuyaku Ugoki [ Explosive Movement ], Hayai Ugoki [ Swift Movement ], Nobi Ken [ Stretching Blade ]
[4]
Ryota continued on to tell her about a move. Since she was versed in projectiles, he showed her how to throw the sword. Due to the dangers of the technique, Niko didn't want to throw it just yet. She would practice it later. Still, she knew what to do so that was always a plus.
Next up was another reinforcement technique. Niko was versed in this so learning it was easy. This one was strong enough to even be used against ninjutsu as well. Niko was slowly building up her arsenal.
The following was the same as the former. There was the coating but instead of a slash that cut through, it made a wall in front of her. This was a more protective way to use the technique. It took a lot of chakra to use so Niko had to be sparring with it and save it for when needed most.
The next move was designed to throw the target off balance as well as cut through moves that relied on wind. Wind was her enemy at the moment. She would lose every time when it came to the wind. Having moves that beat it was always wanted. She needed those.
The next move was one of Niko's favorites. She basically became a spinning top. She spun around swinging the blade very fast. The would get dizzy if she kept on for too long, but it was really fun. She even nicked the move "Bladestorm".
Ryota had to explain this next move with a fireball. He shot it at Niko. She used the chakra to catch the fireball, then she kicked it back to Ryota. He wasn't expecting it so he quickly jumped out of the way. They had messed up. "I'm gonna hear about that one day..."
"Is it time for you to show me how to use it with one hand?" Ryota nodded. Niko grew excited. Then Ryota pinched her left arm. Suddenly she couldn't feel it. then Ryota hoped back and threw a rock at Niko with a lot of might. Niko couldn't move quick enough and instinctively blocked the attack with the blade in her right hand. It was quick and light in her hand now. It still felt the same, but it wasn't as heavy as it used to be. Niko was using the blade with one hand with ease. She smiled.
"See? Now come on. I wanna show you something."
Learned: Kazetetsu [ Iron Wind ], Danzetsu no Konki [ Break Off Of Energy ], Danzetsu Hei [ Break Off Wall ], Oufuu [ Cross Wind ], Tetsu Jiten [ Iron Spin ], Tetsu Kawase [ Iron Exchange ], Oni no Nigiri [ Ogre's Grip ]
[5]
Ryota walked over to a weapons cache and picked up a small target shield. Niko was confused. "Seeing how you use a one handed sword, I thought maybe you could benefit from a shield. It may not be very shinobi like but it has it's uses. Here." He gave the shield to Niko. She wasn't sure about it, but she took a stance.
Ryota gave her a small rush with weak attacks so she could get acclimated to the shield. It was hard, and it took focus, but Niko was ready. She tried to block all the attacks as best she could. Then when she felt comfortable she moved on.
Niko was unsure why she was training with the shield now but it didn't bother her. She listened as Ryota explained how to reinforce the shield. It only could hold so much chakra at a time, but she could keep pumping if it ran out. It was a great technique but she wasn't sure why she would need a shield.
Next up, Niko learned how to recoil a strike. She pushed back as Ryota came in. It was weak at first, and the push back was hard, but Niko got more and more accustomed to it. She was still not sure why she was learning how to use a shield as a shinobi.
Next Niko learned how to counter and block with the momentum used. Niko smiled as she was getting better with the shield. She felt like it was a lost art. Maybe that's why Niko was learning it. She did know a lot of styles that had nothing to do with shinobi tactics. She just believed in being versatile.
Classic, just classic. Niko never thought she would admit this. Using a shield to bash some one in the face would be funny as hell. She was glad when Ryota showed her how to do it effectively. Maybe she would use the shield after all. She just needed a way to make it more compact. Niko would draw up plans later.
Finally, before a break, Niko learned another thrust move. However, this was different from the others. What chakra she had stored on the shield, she could transfer over to the sword. It was like dual combat to a whole new level. It was official. Niko now loved this style.
Niko felt silly in the next technique. Putting the shield up, Niko was able to rush her target. The added chakra to the shield was enough to stop incoming attacks. She just didn't like charging in with a shield. It was just silly in her eyes.
Niko then created a shield around the hilt of her sword. It was a copy of the other shield and was usable with all the other augments. She was now, double shielded and ready to defend.
Next Niko learned how to disperse chakra from attacks. That meant if the slash had an element behind it, Niko could remove the element and be safe from any effects. It was a good way to stay safe up close. The moves that followed were all a defensive in nature.
The next technique was all about making the shield stronger and larger. It was design to stop attacks that it normally couldn't. The shield was small, but with chakra used made it larger and more able to block. Niko seemed interested in this and played around quite a bit.
The next technique made Niko like a fortress. Without doing much, Niko focused her chakra and was able to block the next attack without moving. Ryota got harder and harder with the attacks. Niko never budged.
The last technique was all about moving the shield and rotating it. Niko got better and better, allowing her to block with the shield more easy and less awkwardly. It was also fun to spin the shield as well.
Niko was almost finished with learning the shield. She still had a few techniques but for the most part she got it. The next one was a duck and counter. She was able to drop down and slice with the sword, while still blocking with the shield. It was a great way to catch someone off guard.
Then Niko was shown a technique that was similar to the gentle fist. She could neutralize the chakra or stamina in a target. She did this by striking a point that does no damage what so ever. This effects the targets chakra system and made it go all wonky and what not. They would be unable to mold chakra.
Then, came the last bit of training Niko had with the shield. It was all about moving on her body and placing it to another part. She could quickly move the shield to guard her leg, or her arms, or her back. She was able to move the shield perfectly and effortlessly.
Just when Niko thought they were done, Ryota threw a kunai at her. She went to block, but the kunai exploded before she was able to block it. She caught a little bit of the explosion, but she blocked most of it. Instead of being mad, Niko stood up instantly. "Teach me."
After learning how to use the shield and throwing explosive kunai, Niko was on the final piece of her offense. The Yamakagashi. There wasn't much left to learn, but still she needed to. The move was all about pain, something Niko knew well. She would send her chakra through the blade to increase the pain done to someone from the whip. It was a sadistic move, but Niko would make it her own.
Next up was a technique from the style they were creating. It was a parry that struck downward. The parry itself knocked the opponent to the ground. If they didn't have a good enough grip on the weapon, they would surely lose it. Niko practiced with Ryota until he showed her the last technique he came up with.
The beauty of this technique was it could be used without the use of a blade. It added different effects. With the blade, and a powerful thrust, Niko made a small tornado that flew out for thirty feet. The tornado was powerful and cut through a lot of things. The version without the sword, put a tornado inside the target and burst out the opponent causing interior wounds.
"Okay Red. Anything else you want to show me?" Niko smiled as she took a stance without her blade. She ran at Ryota and launched an attack, but before she did, there were an army of after-images that hit as well. Ryota blocked everything he could, but there were too many. He took minor damage, as the clones did not hit hard. Still, the amount of clones made was still enough to confuse him. "Okay... was not expecting that. You're a woman of many styles." Ryota complimented her as she showed him something else.
This time, instead of full clones, Niko only made after images of her attacks themselves. They punches kept hitting and the after images kept coming. Still, they were all weak hits, but being able to block them all was a feat to behold. Niko smiled when Ryota struggled. She had finally made it.
"Well Red, I gotta hand it to you. You really are something. I'm sure Itsuki would love to face you when he gets back.""When will that be?" Niko wasn't sure why she asked but she did. Ryota sighed. "I'm unsure... Hopefully soon. But for now, you need to be ready. Don Juan is more cunning than we thought. He might even be more dangerous. Keep your head up and eyes peeped. I want you to continue your training and don't slack. I can't lose anymore pupils..." Niko would ask what he meant but he just shook his head.
Learned: Mirror Image, Spider's Fury, Wakare no Seppun [ Farewell Kiss ]Kuuso Seppun [ Futile Kiss ]
Niko and Ryota parted ways with a smile. They had accomplished quite a bit here today. Niko still needed a bit more time, but she was close. She was almost ready to face the Kage. Then they left for the academy.
Stepping into the threshold of the dojo, Yoshiro took in a deep breath, slowly releasing it. With all the craziness that had happened recently, it would be nice to do some simple training. Plus, now that he had received the rank of genin, he'd be able to learn all sorts of new techniques. Particularly, he was interested in pursuing the field of taijutsu. As someone who preferred a more direct approach to problem solving, physical techniques seemed like something that would be right up his alley. However, before he dove headfirst into learning new techniques, he wanted to make sure he was properly warmed up.
γLearning: Formless Style [Soft Physical] (D)γ Beginning on the lighter side, Yoshiro chose to focus the first portion of his warm up on his mobility. For this he devised a rotation of movement that allowed him to practice a number of maneuvers. First he would duck down and perform a simple somersault. Then he would roll back and kip up back onto his feet. Finally, he return to his starting position be performing a back handspring. While this rotation may have seemed like an odd combination, each maneuver was rather handy in combat so he wanted to make sure he could confidently perform each of them. Finding a secluded corner of the main practice space, Yoshiro began running himself through his drill, repeating the sequence over and over again. γLearning: Formless Style [Soft Physical] (D)γβ
γLearning: Formless Style [Hard Physical] (D)γ Once Yoshiro felt he had gotten enough reps in, he moved on to the second portion of his warm up, which focused on improving his hand to hand combat fundamentals. Utilizing one of the dojo's wing chun dummies, Yoshiro began performing a series of strikes with his hands and forearms. These were meant to strengthen his ability to block and counter attack his opponent's attacks. After this he relocated himself to one of the dojo's training posts. Here, Yoshiro intended work on the power and form of his punches and kicks, hoping to improve the strength of his attacks. For his he simply repeated punched/kicked the post, switching between his hands/feet every twenty strikes. γLearning: Formless Style [Hard Physical] (D)γβ
Finishing up, Yoshiro let out a heavy sigh, wiping the sweat from his brow with his forearm. "Woo. Not a bad way to start the day." It seemed he had gone a little overboard with what was meant to be his warm up, turning it into a fully workout instead. As such, he decided to take a short break before continuing. Making his way over to the dojo's water fountain, Yoshiro took a long sip of the cool, refreshing liquid. "Ah yeah. That's the stuff." he said with a smile.
Niko Hatake:Niko... Uchiha?! The Mysterious Red Eye!
Mood:
When Niko and Hisashi entered the dojo, they noticed a young man training. Niko smiled and waved as she walked past him. Hisashi even spoke to him. "Hey kid! Nice form!" The kid seemed to be a strong young man and Niko admired that. She still wasn't sure about the village, but seeing the youth train was enough to motivate her to train as well. Then he went to the water fountain as Niko went to train.
When she began her training, Niko had a game plan. She would start by sitting down and molding her chakra for a while. As she sat, she started breathing and accessing her chakra.
She made a hand seal and moved the chakra through her body. She could feel it as it flowed evenly. She knew she could do a better job, but she was just beginning her day there. She would be there for quite some time. Niko then dropped the seal and made several more. She made the chakra stay as still as she could. There was no motion or movement as she concentrated. Soon, she broke the concentration and practiced meditating.
She cleared her mind fully and soon she was thinking about nothing. She could feel the air and the chakra around her. She was beginning to understand stillness and soon she was able to even master silencing the world around her. Her focus was only on her breathing and her chakra.
Then, Niko stopped and stood up. She made a few hand seals and made a sword of water. It was pretty weak, but she wanted to try something. She used the water sword in her hand to mold the chakra for another technique. Instead of pushing and molding with her hands, Niko used the sword motions to do so. It was difficult at first. Niko wasn't even able to pull a bucket of water out of the air.
She swung the sword up after a couple of tries, and was finally able to worm the water. The water however, would fall to the ground afterwards. Niko kept trying to figure out what was going on.
She brought the sword up again but this time when the water molded, she quickly swung the sword back down. The chakra had been fully molded. Niko was now able to cast her water shuriken just by swinging her sword. She had to use a bit more chakra, but to be able to do so with out hand seals, made it all worth it in the end. She would continue to practice while she launched off shuriken after shuriken.
When Niko done, she moved on to molding her chakra again. She sat down and began to spread it all around, this time more quickly and rapidly. She made it so it was swirling and spinning inside her. She felt the momentum growing as she continued to push.
Pushing and now pulling, Niko was able to mold her chakra quickly and proficiently. She made a couple of hand seals and activated a lightning bolt at the target dummy. It hit perfectly, as Niko made the seals again. She kept practicing until the dummy looked like it had enough. Niko smiled as she went back to meditating.
Niko sat there for a while. Blank thoughts and feeling the chakra and air around her. She continued this as she breathed in and out. She wasn't breathing in heavily or too softly. It was controlled and smooth. Constant and flowing, Niko matched her chakra to her breath. Soon she was done. With a smile, she sat down and took a break. Hisashi walked up and sat next to her.
"So what's next?"
Stumpleton
You don't gotta interact just saying hey lol.
Learned: Persona 4: Wisdom Training Mission: Intermediate Training: Performance, Advanced Training: Concentrate x2
"Temper temper. Hammer it home." "Temper temper. Hammer it home."
Koutetsu made his way into an empty area of the Dojo to train. After a brief jog and a few stretches, he got down to business. Koutetsu stepped back and swung his arms back and up as he turned to face the opposite direction. Stepping forward, he sank down and extended his arms for balance. Striking downwards with his left hand, he reversed the motion by quickly swinging upwards before following up with a spinning uppercut motion with his right.
He caught a kick heading his way and pushed it high before swinging low to sweep his imaginary foe. Evading a few more attacks from his shadow opponent, Koutetsu thought back to what he had been doing earlier in the day. The sea was particularly rough, today. My underwater training is working out well. Using the water-walking and Tree-walking exercise to anchor myself to the sea bed really makes the basic exercises more difficult. Snapping out of his thoughts, he reached above him and blocked an imagined strike.Then Koutetsu followed it up with a kick to the mid-section.
Flowing right into the next movement, he caught a punch. dragging the arm down and then back up, he sank his body weight while turning thus dropping the opponent to the floor. Spinning around, he caught an incoming kick and delivered two rapid kicks of his own: One to the groin and the other to the knee. Following it up with a series of alternating strikes up and down, Koutetsu continued his momentum and twisted his upper body as he delivered downward strikes in a windmill motion.
While he was running through the techniques again, Koutetsu heard a massive blast. What was that? he thought, as he raced outside. In distance he could see the building that housed the Uzu-Kage's office collapsing. We're under attack, he shook his head to rid himself of the shock, Got to make sure the civilian workers are okay. Koutetsu immediately began sprinting towards the collapsing building.
"Forge the weapon worth wielding." "Forge the weapon worth wielding."
[Enter from Restaurant District] [Exit to Office]
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Character Core
Name: Koutetsu Kajibamaru Village: Uzushiogakure Body Rank: C Title Rank: Genin Classes: Bukijutsu/Worker Bloodline: Koton Link to Profile:[x]
Class Disciplines
First Class: Bukijutsu β±β°β± Juggernaut: β The user suffers no drawbacks of any kind when wearing very light and light armor at D-Rank, medium armor at C-Rank, heavy armor at B-Rank, and all other armors at A-Rank. They receive one free custom weapon or armor upon creation and gain a moderate boost to strength and fortitude. Additionally, they start with the following four techniques, rather than the six most ninja do: Bushi Ken no Jutsu [ Samurai Sabre Technique ], Shunshin no Jutsu [ Body Flicker Technique ], Kai [ Release ], and Kawarimi no Jutsu [ Substitution Technique ].
Second Class: Worker β±β°β± Balanced Master: β The user gains one extra bukijutsu style every other rank. The user also receives a moderate boost in two DR stats of the user choice. The user cannot double upon the same stat to receive a supreme boost with this discipline.
Personal Attributes
β’ Rigorous Mind, Rigorous Body: May Learn one additional Rigorous Style (Still requires 2 tai slots to learn). β’ Forged for Battle: May convert Bukijutsu Styles for Tai Styles 1:1 β’ Kagu-tsuchi: Gain Katon. β’ Halloween 2018: Hammer Fists: +1 tai style β’ Academy PA: An Opened Mind: +10 Ninjutsu slots β’ Job-Related PA: Black Steel Materials: Crafted items gain an additional 1 DR to fortitude.
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Weapon Name: Tettsui Weapon Type: Cestus
Weapon Height: Its a glove. Fitted to hand Weapon Weight: 4lbs
Description: An Heirloom passed down from his deceased father, Seidou. The Cestus glove is designed to seamlessly merge with Koton techniques and to assist in efficiently channeling chakra through its material. Was given to Koutetsu by his mother upon graduation to Genin.
Ability Summary: β’ Hands like anvils: When Koutetsu uses the Impervious Armor technique, This weapon seamlessly Merges with the Bloodline jutsu and Gains its properties. β’ Simple, but effective: Provides a 5 chakra cost reduction for all Complex and Spiritual techniques, to a minimum of 5.
Kunai: 0/0 Shuriken: 0/0
Chakra and Stamina
Chakra: 365/400 Stamina: 460/460 Chakra Element: Doton/Suiton/Katon/Koton Chakra Color: Dark Grey Chakra Materialization: Dark Grey Samurai armor overlay
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Seiryu Kasho Rank: E :: Simple Description: A simple move done while facing away from the opponent, when the opponent is close. The user begins the move by starting a sharp turn on one foot while at the same time swinging their arms downward in front of them, using the momentum from the spin to bring their arms back up such that their hands strike the opponent typically below the chin making for a strong blow that is difficult to defend against.
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Bokuho Rank: E :: Simple Description: A basic stance that takes advantage of the userβs flexibility; the user crouches down with one leg bent, the other extended slightly. The arms are held out wide and outstretched. This allows for the user to be able to target any part of the opponentβs body, whether it be their head or their feet. Increases effective speed of any techniques from this Style or from the Soft Physical Formless Style slightly. Costs no Stamina to activate by itself, but consumes half the Stamina cost of the highest-ranked Taijutsu or Bukijutsu technique used every post.
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Pi Rank: X :: Simple Description: One of the simplest movements in the Pi Qua Quan school: the downward movement of the hand. The user either pulls or strikes the opponent in a downward motion, using the movement either to redirect or block an attack or, alternatively, to attack. This movement has a maximum rank equivalent to the userβs training in the Soft Physical Formless Style. When used to block or strike, it has the same effectiveness as a Hard Physical strike of the same rank. When followed up by Qua, the latterβs strength is increased by one descriptive rank per this technique's rank.
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Basic Endurance Training Rank: D :: Training Description: The user practices holding any stances they know in the most extreme weather of their region, as far from anyone else as is practical. After completing practice, the Stamina costs of X-Rank techniques in this Style are reduced by 5, down to a minimum cost of 5.
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Fukanro Rank: X :: Simple Description: Catching the opponents kick, the user holds it high while bending down low to quickly grab the opponentβs other foot, and in one swift movement they wrench the opponents other foot up high while pushing the first down low, the movement typically taking the opponent clear off the ground, causing them to spin in mid-air before collapsing on the ground. Though this counter is not particularly damaging, it can provide an opening for additional attacks, making it quite useful in the right hands. This movement has a maximum rank equivalent to the userβs training in the Soft Physical Formless Style. Has a one hundred percent success rate if the targetβs training in the Soft Physical Formless Style does not surpass this techniqueβs rank. This techniqueβs rank is equal to the rank of the intercepted one.
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Teishitsu-Jouhai-Sho Rank: X :: Simple Description: A move performed while the user is facing the enemy. Bending down slightly, the user executes a perfect 360 degree spin and strikes upwards as they do so, resulting in a powerful uppercut that, at higher levels, can easily lift an opponent off the ground.
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Qua Rank: X :: Simple Description: One of the most basic movements in the Pi Qua Quan school: the upward movement of the hand. The user either pulls or strikes the opponent in an upward motion, using the movement either to redirect or block an attack or, alternatively, to attack. This movement has a maximum rank equivalent to the userβs training in the Soft Physical Formless Style. When used to block or strike, it has the same effectiveness as a Hard Physical strike of the same rank. When used to lead in to another technique, the next techniqueβs speed is increased mildly for each rank of this technique.
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Extreme Climate Resistance Training Rank: C :: Training Description: The user spends a great deal of time completely immersed in the most intense weather the region has to offer. Following this training, the user does not suffer from adverse climate effects. Additionally, using one or more of the Pi, Qua, and Quan techniques in any combination increases the user's fortitude slightly for one post, to a max of one [1] descriptive rank per trained level in the Soft Physical Formless Style.
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Kasui-Sho Rank: X :: Complex Description: When an opponent attempts to strike the user from above, the user slides the front leg forward while crossing their arms over their head to defend against the attack, then repulses the attack to set the opponent off balance and off guard. This is typically followed with a sharp kick to a vital area and can be devastating against ill-prepared opponents. Physical strikes following this gain two descriptive ranks in strength per this technique's rank. During this movement, the userβs block is capable of defending against same-rank strikes.
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Advanced Endurance Training Rank: B :: Training Description: The user practices holding any stances they know in the most extreme weather of their region, as far from anyone else as is practical. After completing practice, the Stamina costs of techniques in this Style are reduced by half if the practitioner has used the same technique at some point in the last two posts.
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Tenshin-Bansa Rank: X :: Simple Description: A deceptively simple counter, in which the user catches the opponentβs punch with both hands, then pulls the opponent forward and turns such that they are behind the opponent, holding a twisted arm. The user then leans forward with a heavy shove, forcing the opponent to the ground while still holding onto their arm, typically resulting in the arm breaking, or being dislocated at least. Gains two descriptive ranks in strength per rank when interacting with Taijutsu and Bukijutsu reliant on the Hard Physical Formless Style.
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Koran Rank: B :: Simple Description: Another quite simple but powerful move. Quickly catching an opponentβs kick, the user immediately lashes out with a kick of their own to the opponentβs groin, and stepping forward as they do that, they finish it off with a kick to the opponents other foot, typically leaving them face down on the ground struggling to stand. The second strike automatically lands if the first does. If used on loose or unstable ground (i.e. sand, gravel, etc.), the opponent's next action consumes an extra activation.
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Pi Qua Rank: A :: Training Description: By repeating the transition between the Pi and Qua techniques repeatedly, the user becomes able to perform them quickly enough that starting with one and transitioning into the other only consumes one action for the post, and also cannot be interrupted if the first hits.
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Uryu-Banda Rank: A :: Simple Description: One of Pi Qua Quanβs signature moves, it is essentially a very fast spin in which both the users body and their arms spin rapidly, though their arms are focused in one direction making them appear much like the sails on a windmill. The speed and fluidity of this move is easily the most impressive part, and due to the swiftness with which the move can be started it is a very dangerous move to anyone foolish enough to get too close. Lastly, the move provides an ideal opportunity to move into the Bokuho stance, allowing the user to press the offensive further afterward. Can be used in conjunction with a physical strike without consuming another action for the post.
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β’ Strength βΊ 11 ββ Juggernaut, Western Bursting Fist, Nigirikobushi no Shintou β’ Speed βΊ 8 ββ Balanced Master, Western Bursting Fist β’ Reflex βΊ 5 ββ Balanced Master, Western Bursting Fist β’ Fortitude βΊ 3 ββ Juggernaut,
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Posted: Wed Nov 28, 2018 7:25 pm
Still cooling down from his work out, Yoshiro heard someone greet him from not too far away. Turning his attention towards the direction of the voice, he found a white-haired girl and man, though the tone made it obvious that the greeting had come from the male. In response, Yoshiro gave the pair a light smile, accompanied by a quick nod. After watching the girl go off to begin her training, Yoshi decided it was about time for him to get back to his own training.
Making his way back towards the main training area of the dojo, Yoshiro found an open space to train in. He wanted plenty of space for the techniques he'd be learning. Once he found the necessary space to work in, he retrieved a small book from his pocket, the cover reading: Tame Za Kyokudo: A Guide to the Ultimate Kickboxing. Tattered and worn, the book had belonged to his father and been given him as a present upon graduating from the academy. He had been flipping through the pages over the previous night and although some of the techniques seemed a bit beyond his abilities, he felt confident that he could at least grasp the basics. After skimming through the first few chapters of the book one last time, Yoshiro tucked the book back into his pocket and prepared to practice.
γLearning: Resu Tame Taibu (Stage One)γ γLearning: Rosutoai (Stage One)γ γLearning: Juuryou no Yorokobi (Stage Two)γ
Stepping up to the training post in front of him, raised his fist and took up a standard boxing stance. From here, he began with a two-part combo, first throwing out a jab but then quickly following it up with a heavy punch (Resu Tame Taibu). After performing this combo many times, he decided to spice things up by focusing his chakra into the fist as he through his heavy punch. By doing this, the power of his punch was greatly increased causing a dent in the training post he was using (Rosutoai). "Whoa." he said in a low tone, impressed by the results of his punch. Wanting to improve his results further, he decided to take up a stance that had been suggested by the book. Pulling up his first in front of his head, he shifted his stance so that he was now balancing on the balls of his feet (Juuryou no Yorokobi). With this stance, he could feel the power of his punches increase as he performed a series of punches. γLearning: Resu Tame Taibu (Stage One)γβ γLearning: Rosutoai (Stage One)γβ γLearning: Juuryou no Yorokobi (Stage Two)γβ
Now that Yoshiro had given his arms a proper workout, he decided it was time for him to mix things up by throwing some kicks into the mix. Swinging his leg into the air, he hooked onto the backside of the training post. Normally from this point, he would follow through with the kick to drag his target's head into the ground but as the training post was firmly planted, he was unable to do this (Tsuyoi Senkou). Bringing his leg back down, he swung it up once more. However, this time he brought it down in front of the post, as if striking the top of his target's head or shoulder (Kire Ono). From here, he shifted his practice from high kicks to kicks targeted at mid-level. Supposedly these types of kicks were designed to be used as a form of counterattack (Keai). γLearning:Tsuyoi Senkou (Stage Two)γβ γLearning: Kire Ono (Stage Three)γβ γLearning: Keai (Stage Three)γβ
Having learned all he could from about Tame Za Kyokudo, Yoshiro tucked his father's book back into his pocket. In its place, he retrieved yet another book, though this one was in far better condition, as he had borrowed it from the library. In fact, he had to get special permission to check out the book, as it contained information regarding a particularly powerful set of techniques, the Hachimon. While these techniques did present a danger to their user, Yoshiro was still excited to learn about them. Thus, he found a spot against the wall to sit and begin his research.
γLearning: Gate of Openingγ
Opening the book up to the first section, Yoshiro began reading about the first gate, the Gate of Opening. Based on the diagram in the book, this gate was located in the left temple. Seeing this, Yoshiro brought his hand to the same spot, wanting to use a physical motion to help him remember.
After bringing his hand back down, Yoshiro continued his reading. Being located in the brain, the gate was meant to limit a person from using their full strength. By opening the gate though, a person could access the entire strength of their muscles, vastly increasing their physical capabilities.
Specifically, the text stated that user's strength would be increased to five times its normal levels. Additionally, speed and reaction time would be doubled. On top of enhancing a person's physical capabilities, releasing the gate gave the user access to a technique known as the Front Lotus, something Yoshiro would have to research at a later time.
Of course, obtaining such power was not without its consequences. By removing the limitation the mind put on muscle expenditure, a person subjected their muscles to potential disintegration. Furthermore, opening the gate would subject a person to severe pain in their nervous system.
Thankfully, any damage done by opening this gate was not permanent. In fact, it could be healed by relatively basic medical jutsu. Even so, he was willing to take some pain if it gave him the power he needed to get himself out of a pinch. γLearning: Gate of Openingγβ
γLearning: Gate of Healingγ
Turning to the next section of the book, Yoshiro began reading about the second gate, the Gate of Healing. Based on the diagram in the book, this gate was located opposite to the first gate, in the right temple. As he did before, Yoshiro placed his hand on the indicated spot.
Continuing his reading, Yoshiro found that this gate had a similar effect to the first. Namely, it further increased the user's strength. Unlike the first gate though, it did nothing to affect speed or reaction time, though it did have some other benefits.
Living up to its name as the "Gate of Healing", opening this gate healed minor wounds. Of course, it couldn't undo any serious damage, like stab wounds, so it was still no substitute for proper healing. Still, being able to heal any damage to his muscles was a nice trick to have up his sleeve.
Along with its healing properties, the gate offered another benefit to its user. By opening it, the user would find their body re-energized. In other words, it offered renewed stamina.
Overall, Yoshiro viewed this gate as something of a pick me up. It was certainly a nice tool to have in his arsenal, given how hard he pushed himself in combat. Still, he'd have to exercise some caution, as the effects of the first gate would still carry over. γLearning: Gate of Healingγβ
γLearning: Gate of Lifeγ
Moving on, Yoshiro began reading about the third gate, the Gate of Life. As he did with the previous two, he made sure to physically touch the spot where the gate was located. This was a bit trickier, as it was located between the shoulder blades, but with a bit of stretching, he was able to reach his mark.
With his self-imposed task accomplished, Yoshiro was able to continue his reading. Being located in the spinal cord, opening this gate increased the body's blood flow. In fact, it increased it to such an extent that the user's skin would take on a red hue, something Yoshiro thought sounded cool.
As far as benefits go, this gate shared a similar theme. It further increased a user's strength on top of the increases from the previous two gates. It also improved the body's reflexes.
This gate also offered a more unique benefit. The increase in user's chakra results in a visible aura surrounding their body. With this, the user naturally deflected projectiles and lower-level ninjutsu.
Unfortunately, this gate presented more severe consequences than those previous. While in use, the user would experience stiffening and tearing of their muscles, as well as a sensation of overheating. Granted, such side effects could be healed with relative ease but they certainly should be taken into consideration before use. γLearning: Gate of Lifeγβ
Feeling as though he had spent enough time reading, Yoshiro closed his book and stowed it away once more. Just as he rose to his feet though, he suddenly heard the sound of a large explosion. "What the hell?!" he exclaimed. Quickly moving to outside the dojo, Yoshiro saw rising smoke in the distance, filling the absence in the place where the Uzukage's tower had once stood. "Ah man. This looks bad." With haste, he immediately took off, hoping that he could provide some assistance in the situation.
Niko and Hisashi would start training again, with Niko beginning another new style. Seeing the boy with the nice form put a fire under Niko. She went to a training dummy and started with a kick. It was a simple round kick, but Niko performed the kick quite a while. Each time she rose her leg, she felt as if she was getting better and better at it.
Soon, Niko moved on to a side kick. This one was fast a deadly but took some time to get used too. It was the form that was the hardest to get down for Niko. She coiled her body and sprung forward, hitting the dummy. She would keep practicing both kicks until she was comfortable.
Then Niko moved on to a reverse round hook kick on the dummy. She brought her leg upwards and came down with a kick the hit the dummy in it's head. Her heel connected with the dummies head perfectly. she would practice this kick as well as the other two. She wasn't sure if she was doing it right, but the damage she was leaving on the dummy was sure. Her legs were getting tired, but she wanted to add one more before taking a break.
She moved on the a straight kick. This one was swift and strong. She brought her leg up and swung it out, connecting with the ball of her foot. She was able to cause a little falter in the dummy and it bent over with each kick, almost until it was broken. Niko smiled as she worked each kick ten more times before quitting. She took a small break with Hisashi, who had been watching her and the kid. He had done quite a bit as well.
After the small break, Niko was about to start back up, when she heard an explosion coming from the village. Niko instantly stopped and looked at Hisashi. He nodded back and they were off to find the source.
[Exit to Office]
Learned: Round Fissure, Side Fissure, Hooking Fissure, Straight Fissure
~THE CHOUGA CHRONICLES~ -A tale of a now simple postman's path to redemption by standing his ground in a sudden war- "Shin your stance is bad, take a lesson from Tada, your punches will be lacking force otherwise. Keiji keep an eye on Kei he keeps getting distracted and your the oldest. Plus you both seem to want to use improvised weaponry. Not many folks really would consider a fishing rod and as cutlery weapons. NANAKO! STOP BEATING THE HELL OUT OF GINTARO AND WORK WITH HIM!" I visibly was mentally exhausted. I hadn't been particularly teaching them, I was chiming in every now and then with words of wisdom. Or I guess thats what a teacher does? Regardless I didn't consider myself a teacher when all I did was spectate. These kids were under my watch for the time being. Watching them all train as hard as they were, reminded me of the own paces I put my body through in my youth. Hell, I had these muscles and put them through their paces. I thought I was going to use them a lot more back then after all. β’Resshuuken Stage 1: Mastered Resshuken: Body Work 2 Training with the Kids 1
"Alright everyone! Basic core time! All of you down!" Just thinking about it, I felt like I'd gotten weaker since then, since I saved my team back then during the Uhv attack. Team 5 where were they now. Once you hit adulthood everyone goes their separate ways. One two, one two." Air peddling crunches, among other abdominal workouts. All these kids I attacked to some degree all wanted to strengthen themselves physically as evidenced by having found all of them at this dojo during the blood moon. Needless to say I joined them in these workouts everyone picking up a good sweat before I called to relax. Harkening back to all the core training I had done then. β’Resshuuken Body Work 3 Resshuuken Stage 2 Mastered Training with the Kids 2
"Jumping jacks!" I felt like one of those run of the mill coaches, I wasn't teaching them anything shinobi like but all the same a majority of them seemed content in the lessons as simple as they were. "A lot of Bukijutsu and Taijutsu users forget! Huppah! That swinging around your sword and swinging fists don't mean a thing if you don't have the muscle and agility to back it up." The basics of all shinobi were a healthy body and a healthy mind. Suffice to say Ayako's smile spoke several levels from what it was before. It went to show how he'd contributed to her well being. Nanako was still approaching things violently as usual opting to take a faster cadence than the rest of the group. It was hard for me to tell whether she was show boating or not. It had been awhile since I'd worked out like this. Muscle memory kicking in as my breathing started to match up again. β’Resshuuken Body Work 5 Resshuuken Stage 3 -Upper Fissure- Training with the Kids 3 Advanced Training Concentration {+30 ch, +30 st}
A few more tense reps and "Alright rest!" The kids were already looking pretty beat, I'd only just started to build up a sweat, I suppose that was the difference in our stamina. I'd look at the time on my watch it was hitting noon....and like any Akimichi it went without saying. "LUNCH TIME!" I gathered the gaggle of kids on a picnic blanket. They all seemed relieved resident chef Keiji had apparently made everyone lunch. "Don't think this means you off the hook Chou-san. I expect you to be in the kitchen ta help me make tomorrow's batch." "Yeah, yeah. I guess that means I get to put you through a special workout until then huh?" "Oh? Is that how its gunna be Chou-san. Then I'll have you working the grill during rush hour." "That sounds like someone wants to do three hundred more crunches!" Our eyes locked lightening between them. "That sounds like someone wants to clean the grease trap!" - "SHUT UP YOU TWO SOME OF US ARE TRYIN TA EAT OVER HERE!" "R..Right." somehow that girl shut us both down despite our superiority in ages. β’Resshuuken Body Work 3 Resshuuken Stage 3 Mastered Training with the Kids 4
Everything was peaceful, nice even. That was until...a resounding explosion that came from the kages office I immediately stood up as a look of concern crossed the faces of all the kids. Chie-dono? it was then I'd hear the sound of something heavy hitting the ground. It appeared to be a person with white hair. With a dagger of bone in one hand. "Who the fluff are you? What are you doing?""Kekeke I ask myself that same question everyday minus the fluff part. I can make it simple for you, I'm just a guy doing what he's told my dude. I was told to raze hell so I guess that's what I'm doin." My arms were wide as the gaggle of kids I had come to know were with me. Suffice to say back to the topic at hand the man before me seemed to be pleasantly jubilant, uncomfortably so, he carried with him a large coffin which was particularly un-nerving, my cause for defense in that he didn't seem to have a headband that shinobi are supposed to.
Suddenly Keiji of whom I was just arguing with stepped forward next to me "We can take this clown Chou-san" I immediately pushed him back. "No, none of you have even graduated yet stay back. Keiji retreat. Take the lead." "Uh but Chou-san this is..." "It's just like running the kitchen Keiji." He nodded as I eyed down the man in front of me Keiji began to instruct the group to start gathering up an move. "Uh oh, that's not gonna do. I need the cute ones." slamming his coffin the ground tremored and a wall of earth blocked their escape route. "See, youngins are super impressionable. It would come in super handy if I could get some new blood in the mix. Maybe score some brownie points to.""Keiji...you recall the wall walking technique? Guide them over the wall. I get the feeling our guest aint friendly despite how happy he sounds. I'll keep him occupied." "R..right." Keiji would begin the slow process of trying to get the more keen kids to use the technique while simultaneously having each of them help each other up for those who simply couldn't grasp the concept.
"So are you there dad? I would have put a cork in after the third on I mean jeeze guy. Ah well." The coffin opened and inside was a rather skeletal looking puppet although I was flustered from this mans earlier statement. "No I am not their. Hugha.""Gotcha guy.""When did?" mere moments after the coffin was opened somehow, someway the skeletal puppet had gotten behind me. Its ribcage sprawling open to close in on me as they sunk into my chest like fangs making that rattly noise most puppets make. "Good job Mr.Bones taking that guy to the bone zone."
I wasn't about to say anything else. This fellow was about to be in for a rude awakening. True this pain hurt like a b***h, "piss" as I'd let a swear slip through my tongue. Keiji and the others looked back concerned for my well being as heart warming as it was I rose my voice. "DONT LOOK BACK!" I'd inspired them enough it seemed to try and get their rears in gear but only four of them had made it so far. I should have been a real teacher...then they wouldn't have been in this mess. "Soooo you feeling it yet guy? Mr Bones gave you a special present." This cocky sob thought he'd already won. He was likely referring to something like a poison...that wasn't good. My immune system was bad enough as it is. I could feel my vision growing cloudy. I had to end this in one hit...dust filled the air...or so it seemed. I'd closed my eyes. The white haired boy withdrew his puppet placing it in front of him. The holes it left behind seeping purple and red. Opening my eyes unknown to him I would end this decisively. "Here's a present for ya! Express delivery!" It wasn't shunsin it was simply how fast the technique was, he'd let his guard down thinking he'd had me..which while that may have been true I'd get the last laugh. My fist concentrated with chakra would go for the Gadan Bakugeki [ Moth Bullet Bombing ] technique I had developed firm hands did the rest as the puppeteer was sent flying...but myself...collapsed under whatever poison I'd been injected with. The wall with the unconsciousness of its master crumbled and it was there that I would be the one rescued as oppose to being the rescuer. -exit to Kage office -Protect Children A
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Emiko ran into the dojo and quickly got a room to herself. The book shelf full of scrolls would be opened and then quickly went to go with the first scroll she picked up, without any other prior kind of experience or guidance. The scroll she plucked from the shelf had the library of moves that belonged to some weird style by a really buff guy named Lee? Pretty weird. The first technique, a stance, took some practice but Emi would manage to get into it on her own. Her knees were locked, ready to make small but large movements when needed. The first technique may have seemed like a simple sidestep but relied mainly on a simplistic movement to get out of the way of an oncoming attack. So a sidestep? The last technique of this stage was a simple attack, a jab or punch while the opponent was recovering from an attack. All in all, simple style! [Flow Like Water (E-Rank), Shift Like the Sea (X-Rank), Crash Like a Wave (E-Rank) Learned]
Emiko continued her training and read further of the scroll's teachings. The next technique was used primarily for counter attacking after being struck or attempted. Utilizing the stance taken, it put more of an "oomph" when striking an opponent, to the effect of not relying on strength as much as knowing where to hit. Emiko also focused her chakra into her feet, coating the outsides before then hopping back. She did a much longer backstep than normal thanks to the preparation. Her final training was facing an actual opponent, asking one of the students to throw some punches against her. She was hit a few times but eventually got into the motion of just bobing and weaving attacks instead of just jumping back like normal. [Undertow (D-Rank), Seaworthy (X-Rank), Embrace the Brine (C-Rank) Learned]
More chakra training followed after a brief rest session. She coated her right arm in her chakra again and then pushed back on the student who was there. Thankfully there wasn't enough chakra running deep to really do any damage but he was pushed back to the opposite wall. The next was a critical technique that used the opponent's wind against them. She blocked a punch and followed up with another close strike. Like the other latter technique, this one was another add on to dodging attacks. Instead of focusing on self preservation, it focused mainly on watching for an opponent's mistake and then punishing it. [A Strong Current (X-Rank), The Deep (X-Rank), Every Inch of Sail (B-Rank) Learned]
Now for an actual attack! This one was pretty simple, just using a brief spin and some chakra to slightly spin the limb being attacked with in order to deal as much damage as possible with it. The second technique was like one of the few she had learned, but the chakra would be focused on the spot of impact rather than scattered about. This, in turn, would be much harder hitting than usual and get a few style point. No way she was testing this out on the student. Lastly, Cyclone was much like Building STorm but was a full body rotation instead of just a limb. It also made counter attacking with more than just fists possible. After her training, she wiped some sweat from her forehead. [Building Storm (X-Rank), Wash Against the Mountain (X-Rank), Cyclone (X-Rank) Learned]
To finish out this, Emi read one of the final techniques in the style. It was pretty counter intuitive but the base line was the same. The best defense was hitting them before they can throw the first punch. The way it made her move would cost less energy than normal using the practice from the prior moves of this style. It took a few more tries with her student helper but eventually fell into it. [Downpour (X-Rank) Learned]
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β’ Support Specialist: The user is capable of conferring a moderate stat boost to any ally that they desire. This stat boost can be what ever the medic wishes, however it can only go on one ally for as long as the medic wishes. Additionally to this, the medic is able to use healing eseijutsu on an ally from a distance as opposed to having to touch them. The range for this is fifty [50] feet. β’ Combat Medic: Shinobi of this discipline gain the ability to pay for their simple taijutsu using chakra. This does not alter its strength in collisions in any way from a standard simple technique. Furthermore medical learning reductions gained from this class, also count towards taijutsu learning reductions and the shinobi gains two tai slots, one at D rank and the other at C rank β’ Medical Specialization: Medical jutsu cast are cheaper in cost as determined by the users body rank. At body rank D and C costs are reduced by five[5]. At body rank B and A, costs are reduced by ten[10]. Finally at body rank S and S+ costs are reduced by fifteen[15] These reductions DO NOT stack and override their previous totals. (D+C -5, B+A -10, S beyond -15) β’ Seirei: Miyamoto clan members can perform eiseijutsu ( medical techniques ) with one hand β’ Seirei: Miyamoto clan members can perform channel eiseijutsu ( medical techniques ) through their established links β’ Seirei: Up to two [2] ability increasing techniques can be active on a single target at once. β’ Seirei: The same ability increasing technique cannot be active multiple times on a single target.
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Taking a break on taijutsu, the student moved onto the bukijutsu style that seemed pretty generalist in any way. She picked up a practice sword and got to work, practicing a quick forward stab. She then moved onto running to add some extra strength into her swing when sprinting towards a destination. Emi took pause, extending her chakra around the blade and swinging it a quick couple of times. She smacked it against the wall as hard as she could but it refused to break or splinter. [Basic Stab, Linear Step, Reinforcement Learned]
The next technique called for the chakra around the blade to be centered around the sides of the blade, meant to be used for defensive measures rather than offensive ones. The next one had Emiko act like their blades were met and being pushed against one another. With a turn of the hand, she acted and seemed to push forward. Had there been a blade there, the steel would have grinded against one another and sent it into a thrust at the opponent. Next was a nice little block action. She bent a leg and rose her blade up, hoping to catch any kind of blade and parry it. [Deflection, Forward Grind, Pivot Block Learned]
Emi pumped herself up of energy, using some fast movements to use some slashing techniques. Her swings were faster, and in a flurry but lacked any kind of strength to compensate. She next channeled her chakra into the blade, a faint crimson energy peaking out of the blade as it reached a little farther than usual. Maybe it would reach the table a little bit from her. The last technique for this session was simple again. by focusing her chakra to her feet, she could anchor herself and make it harder to upset her balance against most attacks. [Calligraphy, Extension, Solid Footing Learned]
After some warm up, the young genin moved to focus chakra around her blade again but not as sturdy or tight as the blade extension. She took a swung and about a second later, a mirror image of the strike was sent in the same direction. She next hopped up on one of the scrolls and focused the chakra to her feet again, soon finding a balance there while she stood still. After keeping to this stance, she focused heavily on her mind, increasing her speed and strength of the blade for a while. [Twin Blade, Thread Walking, Advance of Steel Learned]
The scroll detailed just exactly what the concept of a "strike" was in relation to the style. Emi studied it for a bit, memorizing the stances and steps to take when swinging the blade like this around. It seemed pretty weird but hey, whatever to learn this style. The next step was learning to disarm the opponent. A few examples were given to her, Emiko quickly trying each as she was soon pretty familiar with them. Another extension of the Twin Blade technique was up next. Doing the same as it before, several phantom copies of the swing would form and soon be sent out. [Brush Stroke, Disarming, Hydra Strike Learned]
Another technique that would be pretty handy in case anybody wanted to mess with her! Emiko sheathed the wooden blade (or pretended to) and then made a motion to act as if she was performing a thrust. After her blade found its mark, her muscles tensed up and she performed another short attack directly after the initial one. To finish off this stage, she grabbed another wooden sword with her hand and fused her chakra with her dominant hand. In a flurry of hand movement, she switched the old sword she was using to the new one in a flash. Neato! To finish things off, she practiced moving her feet on thin wires in a display that probably would have been embarrassing had Yoshiro seen it. She picked up the skill soon enough and moved on. [Illusory Double, Swordslinger, Advanced Thread Walking Learned]
Time for another blocking technique! Emiko practiced making the crescent shape a few times fully before pretending to make the shape while catching a blade directly coming after her own. Another easy one was just charging her wooden weapon with chakra to help make all those really confusing techniques all the more simple. They were already pretty trivial enough but every little thing helped! The last technique was a hilt strike, using the end of the blade as a blunt weapon to avoid killing strikes or just to prove a point that you could. Either was doable, really. [Crescent Block, Defense of Steel, Hilt Thrust Learned]
To finish things off with this style, Emiko found her knowledge and control of handling blades a lot better than when she had first started. If she could focus enough, the wind around her strikes could now extended the range by a foot or so, causing some real damage no matter how far those pesky enemies were away from her. She practiced on the dummy a few times before stopping. [Shearing Learned]
Content with her learning, she went to go see if Yoshiro was ready or not. [EXIT]
β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β β γ C K R A : :x650 // 650 γtabγ S T M : :x320 // 320 γtabγ A C : :x29,200 γtabγ δΈ‘ : :x13,400 γ tabγ Uzushiogakure γtabγ B-rank Gennin γtabγSerei no Hogosha γtabγ Med Spec γtabγ Raiton / Fuuton γ
ββββββββββ P A S S I V E S ββββββββββββββββββββ
β³
β’ Support Specialist: The user is capable of conferring a moderate stat boost to any ally that they desire. This stat boost can be what ever the medic wishes, however it can only go on one ally for as long as the medic wishes. Additionally to this, the medic is able to use healing eseijutsu on an ally from a distance as opposed to having to touch them. The range for this is fifty [50] feet. β’ Combat Medic: Shinobi of this discipline gain the ability to pay for their simple taijutsu using chakra. This does not alter its strength in collisions in any way from a standard simple technique. Furthermore medical learning reductions gained from this class, also count towards taijutsu learning reductions and the shinobi gains two tai slots, one at D rank and the other at C rank β’ Medical Specialization: Medical jutsu cast are cheaper in cost as determined by the users body rank. At body rank D and C costs are reduced by five[5]. At body rank B and A, costs are reduced by ten[10]. Finally at body rank S and S+ costs are reduced by fifteen[15] These reductions DO NOT stack and override their previous totals. (D+C -5, B+A -10, S beyond -15) β’ Seirei: Miyamoto clan members can perform eiseijutsu ( medical techniques ) with one hand β’ Seirei: Miyamoto clan members can perform channel eiseijutsu ( medical techniques ) through their established links β’ Seirei: Up to two [2] ability increasing techniques can be active on a single target at once. β’ Seirei: The same ability increasing technique cannot be active multiple times on a single target.
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