Withered Roots [Event Thread]

[Rokudaime Mamimi]

The tower bustled with it's usual level of intensity, from the chatter of organizing squads to the bright and chipper genin whom were ready to grab a mission and prove their worth and knowledge from the academy. Among all this harmony it was hard to suspect that there was an atrocity to be committed here, in the heart of the village, where the commands stirred in the brain stem and trickled out to the many ninja who were the eyes, ear, and hands of the village. Leaf had become complacent, a shell of its former self, acting as if the world outside would not see it burned to the ground over and over like the past. It had left a sour taste int he mouths of many veterans who had survived the past transgressions against the village, and cries of protest and expectation always rang out a every meeting.

From the second kage all the way up to Gosei Kazeraikou they always brought up the same point but the military power never seemed to be up to snuff, none of their suggestions taken, and that is what led up to the here and now. They were dressed like every day civilians, cloaks, scarves, hat, the Autumn weather was taking on the cold bite of winter. Like some sort of flash mob they hid their true intentions beneath commoners clothing, backs turned and faces hidden. AnBu stalked the lobby from the shadows, concealed themselves int he rafters, the ever present guard for the tower and ultimately its feeble Kage. The only thing that seemed out of place was the constant hum that trembled just below the decibel of the conversations at hand, something else in its entirety, well timed and constructed to be hidden from the human hearing range.

Of all these bystanders, tower workers, AnBu, villagers and out of country visitors, there was none among them who would act up. Act out. Draw suspicion. The time would come for all that, the walls that the Leaf had built to keep out the enemies also kept out one another, and in time they would come crashing down to reveal the monster that resided within them. The leaf was finally going to birth a new tree from it long withered roots. Someone just needed to light that flame. 

[The IIC will be set to 3 days atm while people finish up missions and shopping.Hope to see you all here~]

[Gohan]

Titania would stretch her arms and yawn as she rolled out of bed and face planted into the floor. A loud gasp would escape her mouth as she scrambled to her feet and looked outside to see the sun high in the sky. She had overslept, again. Well it wasn’t like she had anything in particular to do so except for getting some crafting supplies so she could start working on some new crossbow components. Maybe she would make her way to the tower and see if she could peddle her smithing services to the village higher-ups. Business in the Hyuuga district had been quite low as of late so she was considering expanding her customer base.

Before heading out, the supple Hyuuga would make sure her hair was looking ok and slip into a black dress. She would tie a red ribbon-like cloth above her bellybutton then grab her 200lb crossbow. She would look it over to make sure its magazines were filled with all the bolts she had possession of. Within the penta magazine attachment could be found a variety of bolts including with 200 standard, 15 flare, 15 flash, 15 tear gas, and 50 explosive tips. Feeling somewhat satisfied with her mini arsenal, Titania would put on a faint smile and head out of her bedroom as she whistled into the distance.

Titania would sling her masterwork longsword (in sheath) over her shoulder along with a back quiver which would be filled with 15 smoke tipped bolts. Lastly, the woman would sling the massive crossbow over her shoulder, drink a nice chocolate protein shake, and head out the door. There she would meet a perfectly white-haired Arabian horse that had heard her call. It would gaze into its master’s eyes and welcome her to mount up; so she did!

The two would ride at a trot’s pace out of the Hyuuga district and towards the busier part of town. She intended on visiting the weapons shop first, but there was still a ways to go before she’d get there.

Gear:

SPOILER: Click to show

Please see my profile for detailed descriptions on the bolts I’ve listed.

Penta Basic Crossbow Magazine (Overview) [Attached to Rifle Crossbow]
Rank: "C"
Type: Secondary, 0 per Slot, Gadget, Mechanical, Enhancement
Effect: A special magazine that may hold 5 types of ammunition inside.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: An enhancement used for specific types of Compound or Recurve Crossbow Magazines. This type of Enhancement divides up the bolts into 5 sections. Each Section may hold a different type of Ammunition. Switching from one type of ammunition to another takes up 1 second within a 6 second round due to it being mechanically based. When loading a different type of ammunition the gears in the clip work with the Crossbow allowing the crossbow to unload, and then reload automatically. This item is an Enhancement, cost of item is added to Cost of Magazine. This type of Enhancement may work with 3, and 5 Slot Magazines.
Limit: These types of items may be bought inside any Hunting Shop.
Cost: 5,000 Ryo [4500 With BINGO Trait]

Magazine 1: Standard Bolt x20 Slots
Magazine 2: Screaming Shaft + Tear Gas Arrowhead + Razor Blade Fletching [x15 Bolts]
Magazine 3: Basic Shaft + Flare Arrowhead + Razor Blade Fletching [x15 Bolts]
Magazine 4: Basic Shaft + Flash Arrowhead + Razor Blade Fletching [x30 Bolts]
Magazine 5: Basic Shaft + Explosive Arrowhead + Razor Blade Fletching [x50 Bolts]

Crossbow, Rifle - 200 lb. Draw (Overview)
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Piercing, Crossbow
Effect: Large crossbow with long distance used by snipers.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A Tier 1 Crossbow. A Two-Handed Weapon. These weapons do +16 Amour Points of Weapon Damage. These weapons do an additional +6 Armour Points of Damage. The Range Increment of this weapon is 40 meters. May be used in Mounted Combat but not Reloaded. Takes 4 Movements to reload. These heavy-duty, powerful crossbows with a shoulder stock. These crossbows are the winners in distance shooting. Rifle Crossbows range in different sizes, however most are over 3 to 4 feet in length. Rifle Crossbows are large but are normally used for long range attacks such as sniping.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Hunting Shop.
Cost: 45,000 Ryo [40,500 with BINGO Trait]

Rifle Crossbow Magazine (Gargantuan) (Overview) x5 [10500 Ryo]
Rank: "B"
Type: Main, Slot Holder, Holds 20 Slot worth of Bolts, Magazine
Effect: A specialized Magazine used for Rifle Crossbows to hold multiple bolts in order to cut down in reloading time.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A metallic magazine used for Rifle Crossbows. Depending on the type of Rifle Crossbow these magazines may be attached to the top, or the bottom of the Rifle Crossbow. This magazine cuts down on the amount of reloading, and allows the user to perform various techniques that may need 2 or more consecutive shots. This Magazine may hold 20 slot worth of Bolts.
Limit: These types of items may be bought inside any Hunting Shop.
Cost: 2,100 Ryo

Optima [Attached to Rifle Crossbow]
Rank: "A"
Type: Secondary, 0 per Slot, Gadget, Mechanical, Weapon Enhancement
Effect: An internal modification that increases Base Range Increment of a Crossbow.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Quality built modification. A specially enclosed and slotted bolt groove on the tiller that extends further forward on a longer tiller. Confers greater accuracy at range increasing Base Range Increment by 10%. Cannot be used with an Ultima.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Gadget Shop.
Cost: 10,000 Ryo Each

Sword, Longsword (Overview) [Masterwork Free from Chosen One Trait]
Rank: "C"
Type: Main, Slashing, Sword
Effect: A weapon with a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A One-Handed Weapon. These weapons do +8 Amour Points of Damage. A longsword (also spelled long sword, long-sword) is a type of sword characterized as having a cruciform hilt with a grip for two handed use and a straight double-edged blade of around 100–122 cm (39–48 in). The longsword is characterised not so much by a longer blade, but by a longer grip, which indicates a weapon designed for2-handed use or 1-handed use. Examples of Longswords: Katana, Jian, Tachi, Scimitr, Shinai, and Waster.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Weapon Shop.
Cost: 4,000 Ryo

Stabilizer [Attached to Rifle Crossbow]
Rank: "C"
Type: Main, Gadget, Mechanical, Transmitter
Effect: A weight, usually on rods, mounted on the bow to increase stability increasing precision.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Stabilizers are mounted the front of a Bow, Sling, a Compound/Recurve/Sniper Crossbow, where the weight helps keep the weapon stable, improving long-range shooting. Using a stabilizer increases the Base Range Increment by 10%.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Gadget Shop.

Back Quiver (Small) (Overview) x1 [Free]
Rank: "C"
Type: Main, Slot Holder, Holds 5 Slot worth of Arrows or Bolts, Quiver
Effect: A quiver worn at the back of the user.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Back quivers are secured to the archer's back via straps, with the nock ends protruding above the dominant hand's shoulder. Arrows can drawn over the shoulder rapidly by the nock. This Quiver may hold 5 slot worth of Arrows or Bolts.
Limit: These types of items may be bought inside any Hunting Shop.
Cost: 900 Ryo

First Back Quiver:
Slots 1-5: Basic Shaft + Smoke Arrowhead + Razor Blade Fletching [x30 Bolts]

Relevant Techniques

SPOILER: Click to show

Blood Steed
Rank: "C"
Skill: Regional Trait
Effect: User's nomadic culture gives them a profound knowledge of and respect for the horses that roam in their homelands.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: User gains a Light Horse. While riding this horse bareback, the user is treated as though they were riding it with a riding saddle (placing any actual saddle upon the horse negates this benefit). The horse can fend for itself outside of settlements in all but the most hostile environments. If whistled for outside of a community, the horse typically arrives within 1d6 minutes. If their horse is slain, the user may receive a new horse by returning to their clan and performing a vigil for its spirit. This trait replaces 1 Freebies.
Limit: Must start with Character; replaces 1 Freebies.

[zarak729]

SPOILER: Click to show

((Sorry for the late post. Muse problems))

It was a bright and sunny day...which was partially responsible for the bad mood of one particular Leaf Chuunin. With a frown on his face the ninja walked the streets of the shopping district which was abuzz with activity from vendors, customers and busybodies alike. Their smiles, voices, happy expressions and generally sense of well being was pissing him off. As to why well that was anyone's guess as the Kedoins mentality was not like that of a normal person. Some days he would just wake up on the wrong side of the bed or was it because he woke up on the wrong side that he would be irritable throughout the day, it was uncertain. Either way most would agree that a ninja with a mindset like that should not be as armed to the teeth as he was and that was putting it lightly for the Chuunin had enough ordnance to level many buildings as well as massacre a good number.

On his right arm was his precious Melody Arm, upgraded with Shock, Cryo, Thermal and Piston Enhancements thanks to an Enhancement Stabilizer. A black bracelet, filled to the brim with 57 senbon needles, was on his left wrist. Both of these items were covered up by the long sleeves of his cloak which also hide the dual release Pouch Projector under its folds. Two pipes, which could eject the contents of a pouch, snaked around one arm each, ending in nozzles under his wrists which were hidden by the sleeves as well. Attached to his neck via a strap was a gasmask with an E rank filter model. Upon his forehead were his black sniper goggles with Anti-Flash Lenses, Canny Descrier, Night-vision Vision, Thermal Vision, Zooming Vision, X-Ray Vision, Camera Vision and Condition Viewing Vision. There was a pouch around his neck which contained 10 Sadilla nuts and Franceska, the hand axe, was strapped to the side of his cloak, the only weapon on visible display.

Inside and under his cloak, within two buttbags, were pouches and tags of every kind except fake exploding tags. There was also a good supply of kunai, knives, caltops, darts and boomerangs (tags attached to some but not all). Also three blood clot pills and two soldier pills were on his person, excluding the one soldier pill he was in the habit of storing in his throat pouch for instantaneous use. And lastly he had on him a field cauterizer, tracking device and six tracers. All of these would be concealed by the long, black hooded cloak with long sleeves that only let the tips of his fingers show. Underneath the cloth he was wearing a black T shirt, sleeveless, having ditched his kimono for once, and black pants. His running shoes were left at home today and black sandals were perused instead. Last, but not least, his Leaf Village Headband was strapped to his right arm today.

Normally he did not leave his abode strapped to the teeth but Zakari always felt incomplete without his vast arsenal or gadgets and weapons and more confident and flexible with them in his possession. Not to mention just leaving it all lying around the house was a waste. And today he was intending to tackle a difficult mission, maybe a B ranked one. He felt like he needed to hit something or hurt someone, that might make him feel better though it wasn't the right way to deal with it. Nevertheless the Kedoin head down the path to the Tower, arms by his side, frown on his face, his back hair tied up in a pony while his front hair on the sides. Every now and then his violet and brown eyes would take a glance from the route to gaze upon any people worth his attention but finding none to his avail.

And so he walked on, a black cloud hung over his head, in the direction of the Tower, to the sound of galloping coming closer...

SPOILER: Click to show

I will be using my event thread for this which means my current RP thread is being used for the event with Wolfy. Also I didn't specify exactly how many pouches and tags i have on me though I assure that I have space for them all. Hope thats okay

[Madame Loki]

The sun was out, the day was young, and Loki did not approve. He let out an annoyed growl as he morning light bathed his face. He rolled out of bed and then headed over to take a shower and brush his teeth. After his morning routine, he grabbed a roll a bandages and slowly and methodically wrapped his entire body, being sure to give a loose look while in reality remaining tightly wrapped. He put on his pants and ninja sandals, and begins to check his tactical vest. 1 slot of fake exploding tags, 2 slots full of caltrops, 8 kunia two of which he took and slid into his the folds of his bandages, three slots of Shuriken Hira, and of Course his Big and Beautiful Butterfly Yo-yo, that he had strung with silk string. He wasn’t done packing however; he went over a cabinet and pulled out about 2 meters of thin silk rope he could use to restring his yoyo, is its string was cut for some reason.

As Loki put on his tactical vest, along with his shawl-like cloth to cover it, he walked over to his Barrel of sand. Sitting on top on the barrel were two things, another cloth, and on top of that a shop bag. Loki opened the bag and started to squeal like a school girl at its contents. It was a fresh batch of 10 explosive. He placed 8 in his vest his tactical vest, and with an insidious grind on his face, he opened up his sand barrel and placed the other two inside of the sand. He closed up the barrel, and after wrapping the cloth tightly around it, he wrapped it around his waist. After wrapping the cloth tightly his Konoha forehead protector could be seen sworn into the cloth on his waist, on his right hip. Loki let out one more yawn before heading out of the door.

He wasn’t usually always so well prepared, and he usually didn’t walk around with his forehead protector, but today he wanted to go pick himself up another mission, he needed some extra cash. It was better to have everything ready to go before you went and got one. Today he was hoping for something a little more exciting than the last one. He passed by some of the children he usually played with at the playgrounds, and they all told him he actually looked like a real ninja today. Loki didn’t know whether he should have been proud are insulted, and he didn’t care as he shrugged off the comments, and continued to make his way towards the tower at a rather slow pace. Loki was in no hurry to get there at the moment; he was always so lazy in mornings.

Loki let out a yawn as he continued forward digging into his ear. His eyes quickly jolted for a second as he saw something odd, well at least he thought it was odd, a freak ‘in white horse trotting through the middle of town. “Is that a damn horse? Really?! Who rides a horse through the middle of town? What if it shits?! Christ, talk about rich people problems…I want them.” Loki shoulders hung low as he continued forward.


Gear:

SPOILER: Click to show

Tactical Vest Type 2 (Overview)
Rank: "C"
Type: Main, Tailor, Slot Holder, Holds 15 Slots (12 for Items of Scroll Length), Vest
Effect: A Tactical Vest is an item of personal armor that helps absorb the impact from projectiles and shrapnel from explosions, and is worn on the torso.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: The interior of both front panels have map pockets. On the left side holds 3 utility pouches 2 slots each that is 8 inches in length able to hold anything with the same length as scrolls. Above that are 2 smaller pouches that are 1/2 a slot each able to hold smaller items. On the right side is another 2 slots that are able to hold something of the same length as a scroll with 2 pouches that hold 1 slot each for smaller items. The back has 3 large slots to carry an item of the same length of a scroll; may be attached to a belt to add more slot components.
Limit: These types of items may be bought inside any Tailor Shop.
Cost: 1,700 Ryo

Rope, Silk (Overview) [2 meters]
Rank: "C"
Type: Main, Slashing, Soft Weapon
Effect: Rope made out of soft silk.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A Two-Handed Weapon. These weapons do +4 Amour Points of Damage. Silk Rope comes in all thickness. The rope is a length of silk, twisted or braided together to improve strength for pulling and connecting. It has tensile strength but is too flexible to provide compression strength. Rope is thicker and stronger than similarly constructed cord, line, string, and twine. When using Silk Rope over 1.2 m (1 to 4 feet) they are treated as a 2-handed weapon. Silk Rope less than 1.2 m (1 to 4 feet) are treated as 1-handed weapons. If the user learns Wield Oversized Weapon the user is able to wield the weapon 1-handed.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Weapon Shop.
Cost: 4,050 Ryo per Bundle, 270 Ryo per Meter(1 bundle)

Tag: Fake Exploding (Overview)
Rank: "C"
Type: Secondary, 80 per Slot, Non-Explosive, Tag
Effect: Fake Exploding Tags, paper with the same thickness, and dimensions as a regular exploding tag however they cannot explode.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Paper that is 2 inches by 6 inches in size and 0.039" (1 mil) thick. Pieces of paper made to look like exploding tags but have no effect. They are just simple pieces of paper, which may be attached to 3 items without taking up room in a single slot.
Limit: These types of items may be capable of being bought inside any Weapon Shop.
Cost: 1,200 Ryo a Slot (1 slot)

Tag: Exploding (10/10)
Rank: "A"
Type: Secondary, 80 per Slot, Explosive, Tag
Effect: Exploding tags are scraps of paper inscribed with a special writing, centering on the kanji for "explode" (爆, baku). Infused with chakra, they will explode after a set amount of time, remotely, or after being ignited by flame. The tags can be attached to a surface or wrapped around a weapon to be thrown at an enemy.
Special: ---
Drawback: May harm the user if not put right.
Description: Paper that is 2 inches by 6 inches in size and 0.039" (1 mil) thick. These papers are exploding tags that are able to harm and kill opponents or just simply explode within a certain radius. They can be placed on targets, wrap around a weapon, or even thrown at opponents. Tags have a killing diameter of 1 meter, and a wounding diameter of 2 meters. Tags can be activated to explode within 6 seconds, or by a simple technique. May be attached to 3 items without taking up room in a single slot.
Limit: These types of items may be capable of being bought inside any Weapon Shop.
Cost: 12,000 Ryo per Slot, or 150 Ryo Each.

Caltrops (Overview)
Rank: "C" Rank
Type: Secondary, 16 per Slot, Piercing, Caltrops
Effect: A spiked device thrown on the ground to impede characters.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A Light Weapon. These weapons do +1 Amour Points of Damage. The Range Increment of this weapon is 5 meters. A caltrop is a 4-pronged iron spike crafted so that one prong faces up no matter how the caltrop comes to rest. The user scatters caltrops on the ground in the hope that the opponent steps on them or at least forced to slow down to avoid them. 1 slot of caltrops cover an area 2 meter squared. Each time a creature moves into an area covered by caltrops or spends a round fighting while standing in an area, they may step on one. If the opponent steps on a caltrop the Caltrop deals 1 Armour Points of Damage, and the opponent's movements is reduced by 1/2 because its foot is wounded. This movement penalty lasts for 24 hours, or until the creature is treated with a First Aid: Healing Hard Check, or they are healed from minor wounds. A charging or running creature must immediately stop if it steps on a caltrop.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Weapon Shop.
Cost: 1,600 Ryo per Slot, or 100 Ryo Each (32 Caltrops, or 2 slots purchased)

Kunai (Overview)
Rank: "C" Rank
Type: Secondary, 2 per Slot, Piercing/Slashing, Knife
Effect: A kunai is a tool derived from the masonry trowel.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A Light Weapon. These weapons do +4 Amour Points of Damage. The Range Increment of this weapon is 5 meters. A kunai has a blade that is about less than 1 foot in length. The user gains a +10 bonus on Sleight of Hand Skill to conceal a knife on their body.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Weapon Shop.
Cost: 1,000 Ryo per Slot, or 500 Ryo Each. ( 4 slots, 8 kunai purchased)

Shuriken, Hira (Overview)
Rank: "C" Rank
Type: Secondary, 15 per Slot, Piercing, Shuriken
Effect: A shuriken is a small piece of metal with sharpened edges, designed for throwing.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A Light Weapon. These weapons do +2 Amour Points of Damage. The Range Increment of this weapon is 5 meters. Although they are thrown weapons, shuriken are quick and easy to draw, thus allowing the user to draw such weapons without the need of a movement. A shuriken can't be used as a melee weapon. Hira-shuriken are constructed from thin, flat plates of metal and generally resemble popular conceptions of shuriken.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Weapon Shop.
Cost: 1,500 Ryo per Slot, or 100 Ryo Each. (3 slots or 45 purchased)

The "Big'n Beautiful" Butterfly Yoyo- Silk Roped
Rank: A Rank
Type: Secondary, 1 per Slot, Bludgeoning, Yo-yo
Effect: A Butterfly Yoyo twice the size of a normal 1A, spanning roughly the size of a person's hand.
Special: Must be a member of Kyokugoma to fully utilize.
Drawback: --
Description: A larger item than its Yoyo cousins, this Yoyo resembles a Diablo more than anything. It has a simple butterfly shape to assist in catching on the spool on the return. This type has considerably more Mod Slots, when it comes to the steel type of Yo-yo's, has several modifiable holes and slots across its surface and in the bearing chamber itself.
Limit: None
Cost: 16,000 Ryo

Barrel, Small (Firkin)
Rank: "C"
Type: Main, Container, Slot Holder, Holds 648 Doses, Barrel
Effect: A container that holds 648 Shots. Container can hold 9 Gallons.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A barrel, cask, or tun is a hollow cylindrical container, traditionally made of wooden staves bound by wooden or metal hoops. Traditionally, the barrel was a standard size of measure referring to a set capacity or weight of a given commodity. These containers are normally 19.25 inches tall, 16 inches in diameter. This container can hold up to 648 doses.
Limit: These types of items may be bought inside any Alchemist Shop.
Cost: 2,450 Ryo

[lordspooky]

With a mild reluctance, I had managed to pull myself from underneath the swaddling blankets of black that encompassed my bed. My apartment lay on a side of the village that hardly ever beheld the face of the sun, and this is why I found this to be a suitable abode. Going through my habitual morning movements, I then began to alternate the structure of my flesh; this, a simple set of Kedouin techniques which aided me in the completion of my latest form. Hastening my exclusive ability to place flesh upon flesh, I molded the former into a cloth-dermis. I then after took to the mirror to review my own masque:

SPOILER: Click to show

Sophus, 6'0", 155lbs

My alizarin locks contorted in the breeze that welcomed this new guise to the outside world of Konohagakure-no-Sato. I maintained a focused gaze, one that onlookers would probably perceive came from  a man on a mission. Underneath the long-sleeved arms of my cerise-hued school uniform had been my bracelets that held separate full slots of senbon on either wrist; a single knife holster containing a sole kunai knife would be strapped around my lower left leg; and it was these that were the only true apparel on my surrogate-clothed body. Having chose not to wear my Leaf-encrusted hitai-ate, I had chosen instead to have etched into the right chest portion of my uniform the insignia of the Hidden Village. So far, I had not drawn the eyes of those looking for an evil doer, as I would have done in my original form.

After walking towards the district that held the looming LEAF TOWER, I could not help but notice a horse riding woman at least twenty meters ahead of me. She was closer to the Hyuga Manor than I, and seemed to have been trotting off towards the markets. My emerald eyes happened to hone in on a black clothed figure; what could he have been hiding underneath that ridiculous get up? I didn't happen to catch his face, but I did see the sun light gleam from off of the headband situated around his bicep. A Genin? It mattered not; I cast my sights elsewhere and lost the man in the crowd. I then stuffed my hands deep into the flesh-surrogate pockets of my pants.

The loud blabbering of some younger denizen reached my ears and I turned to see what the hubbub had been about. I never did understand why people complained so much; I myself tried to make things happen, and today felt like something just could be achieved. The metallic frame of a small canister item was clutched by my right hand. Had I chosen to now, I could cause a scene utilizing this black smoke grenade in a public place. My inventory had been so light as to conceal what weapons I did actually possess. I was inside of the walls of Konoha; further, my objective lay inside of the tower of the Hokage... how could I possibly be considered to be in disguise as a studious shinobi if I held a deathly grimace, or array of weaponry? The focused look returned to my face.

SPOILER: Click to show

All Warped Visage techs in effect


Flesh Fabric [6 hrs]
Rank: C-ranked
Skill: Taijutsu
Effect: The user can create clothing from their own body.
Special: ---
Drawback: Clothing created from this technique cannot grant additional properties (skin looks like armor, it is not armor). Flesh Fabric turns to dust after a set amount of time.
Description: With great control over the user's skin cells, the user can command their flesh to appear like cloth and fabric. The user commands the body to produce a layer a skin that is sloughed off from the body. This layer of skin is shaped and altered to the users desires before being removed from the body. The skin cells can mimic the texture, color, and patterns of any fabric, cloth, or armor the user has encountered before. This grants the user access of clothing made from their own body, made to look like anything they want. Unlike clothing created from a transformation technique, this fabric does not disappear when the user is harmed. It takes 1 post for the user to create a single set of clothing from their skin. This clothing lasts 4 hours, before turning to dust. For every rank the user is above "D-Class", they may extend this duration for 2 additional hour per rank.
Limit: Kedōin Blood Line. Must know "Warped Visage: Growth of Skin

[drkenigma]

insert code here

SPOILER: Click to show

Weapons: Shuriken, Bo (Overview)
Rank: "C" Rank
Type: Secondary, 15 per Slot, Piercing, Shuriken
Effect: A shuriken is a small piece of metal with sharpened edges, designed for throwing.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A Light Weapon. These weapons do +2 Amour Points of Damage. The Range Increment of this weapon is 5 meters. Although they are thrown weapons, shuriken are quick and easy to draw, thus allowing the user to draw such weapons without the need of a movement. A shuriken can't be used as a melee weapon. Bo-shuriken are throwing weapons consisting of a straight iron or steel spike, usually four-sided but sometimes round or octagonal in shape.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Weapon Shop.
Cost: 1,500 Ryo per Slot, or 100 Ryo Each. (25)indiviual

Senbon (Overview)
Rank: "B" Rank
Type: Secondary, 57 per Slot, Piercing, Senbon
Effect: Senbon are metal needles with a point at both ends. They often serve a medical purpose.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A Light Weapon. These weapons do +2 Amour Points of Damage. The Range Increment of this weapon is 10 meters. Are weapons used for acupuncture. For this reason, senbon deal non-lethal damage.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Weapon Shop.
Cost: 5,700 Ryo per Slot, or 100 Ryo Each (20) individual

Kunai (Overview)
Rank: "C" Rank
Type: Secondary, 2 per Slot, Piercing/Slashing, Knife
Effect: A kunai is a tool derived from the masonry trowel.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A Light Weapon. These weapons do +4 Amour Points of Damage. The Range Increment of this weapon is 5 meters. A kunai has a blade that is about less than 1 foot in length. The user gains a +10 bonus on Sleight of Hand Skill to conceal a knife on their body.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Weapon Shop.
Cost: 1,000 Ryo per Slot, or 500 Ryo Each. (20) individual

Sword, Longsword (Overview)
Rank: "C"
Type: Main, Slashing, Sword
Effect: A weapon with a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A One-Handed Weapon. These weapons do +8 Amour Points of Damage. A longsword (also spelled long sword, long-sword) is a type of sword characterized as having a cruciform hilt with a grip for two handed use and a straight double-edged blade of around 100–122 cm (39–48 in). The longsword is characterised not so much by a longer blade, but by a longer grip, which indicates a weapon designed for2-handed use or 1-handed use. Examples of Longswords: Katana, Jian, Tachi, Scimitr, Shinai, and Waster.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Weapon Shop.
Cost: 4,000 Ryo (1)

and a but bag

Hiro woke up rolling slowly out of bed he yawned slowly stretching his arms above his head . Hiro’s goal was to go on a higher ranked mission so he walked over to his closet pulling out a fish net shirt sliding it over his head making sure it fit before grabbing his black pants slipping them on going back to his closet once more grabbing a black short sleeve shirt slipping it on with a smile he went to his nightstand opening his butt bag to look at the contents …”twenty senbon twenty kunai and twenty-five shuriken “Hiro smirked as he knew that would be plenty of supplies.

Next he made his way back to the closet grabbing his katana and sheath for it placing it on to his back securing it making sure it wouldn't fall.” What am I missing “Hiro questioned as he rubbed his hair noticing he didn't have his head band on he laughed as he grabbed it from his nightstand trying it to his forehead. Sitting down on his bed he slipped on his black ninja sandals he smiled as he stood up going to the kitchen. “What should I eat” Hiro looked in his fridge seeing leftover ramen as he smiled taking it to the microwave and heating it up he sat down eating his ramen which had veggies and small chicken chunks .

Hiro finished his food before walking to his door opening it up the sun was shining bright on the leaf village. The weather was perfect for a walk but he had other things to worry about. Hiro made his way to the tower which looked busy as he noticed few people out front including a horse…”What's going on here “Hiro said this time he came to the tower completly clean and not smelling of bird droppings.


Hiro wondered why so many people would be gathering at the tower at one time he couldn't help but have a nagging feeling about this but he shrugged it off. “How are you all “Hiro smiled softly his happy go lucky attitude would be sure to ruffle a few feathers of this group they looked like they didn't want to be here .Not knowing what reaction he would draw Hiro stood there still having a nagging bad feeling.

["Rock" Lee Sang-hyeok]

[Enter's upon Gohan's behest.]

The tattooed rogue had returned to the village, much to the displeasure of many of its citizens. The hulking juggernaut stood at an impressive six foot four inches, perhaps his freakish size could have been overlooked, but the snake-like scales that covered his body could not be. Or at least his full body tattoo made sure of it, the black needlework further emphasizing just how pale his ashen skin was. As his right hand already occupied maintaining a firm grasp on his great polearm, he made use of his free hand to hold a waterskin to his lips, in an attempt to quench his thirst. Only to place it back on his hip moments later, and a few grams lighter. As he had just returned to the village, the attire he was sporting remained largely unchanged, a caftan, chest rig (with seven kunai), shrouded cowl mask, a sturdy belt, pantaloons, and high leather boots.

Having no property to speak of meant that his belongings were still on his person, a backpack was slung over his shoulders that contained: cloth wrappings, a loose shirt, baggy breeches, a bedroll, four day's rations, a wooden torch, and two pieces of chalk. Lee's advance towards the tower ceased, his measured gait came to an end, as he rested his lead leg against a light inextensible sign. Pushing it gentle it rocked to and fro, the fact that he was able to move the five-foot sign was a testament to his immense strength. His yellows eyes—shielded by flash resistance goggles—scanned the crowd. Lee noted that nobody was within at least five meters of his person.

[Rokudaime Mamimi]

For those who resided in the village, played there, lived, learned, fought and died it was just another regular day in the village. People greeted the others while they walked through the streets, waving, talking, passing along congrats to the one Chuunin and words of encouragement to the others in passing. The horse didn't stir up too much commotion, merely a plug in the busy flow of foot traffic. There was no reason for those who walked the street to suspect that there, int he safest building of the entire village, trouble was brewing and one of the potentially worst schemes since the initial burning of the Leaf was about to take place.

Back in the tower a door few saw was opening up, its creaking hinge so surprisingly loud in the bustle of the tower. It turned the heads of few but nothing of import just the curious glance of a mind with nothing but time on its agenda. However. The man who stood in its doorway was nothing shy or gorgeous. Beneath a sea of crimson locks stared out two piercing azure eyes, glowing so faintly, framed by a simple pair of glasses. His features were almost angelic like, high cheekbones, a strong jaw, angular without the look or fragility. His who frame was lithe, outlined with a well tailored suit that fit loose at its cuffs and a small vest beneath his overcoat.

With a few leisurely steps he positioned himself directly in the middle of the room, his eyes on Andromeda, that stain on the reputation of the great Leaf! His face was a mask of sincerity, beaten into place with years of discipline, but beneath raged a storm of hatred, The way he looked at her boy if looks could kill... In a deceptively loud voice he called out to those int he tower, his octave carrying way back into the far rafters, reaching to the ears of even the guards of the vault. "Greeting my brothers!" He began "I would like just a moment of your time please, thank you." Ever the gentleman he was, turning full circle to make sure he had the attention of those around. "For two long has the Leaf Village, greatest village to have arisen from the ruins of mankind, has been the heel of every joke in the land."

The AnBu shifted as he pointed to Andromeda, her amber eyes lighting up with a bit of that nervous energy in her. "Lady Andromeda, you seems to be a lovely individual, truly and I respect that but" The hidden members among the group stepped forward, walking in around him, the crowd growing to the point i was impossible to ignore "Konoha needs a leader with direction and courage, you should have stayed tending the sheep." Somewhere in the crowd handseals went off, AnBu flashed into movement and the world was a blur of motion. Despite the bright sunlight that filtered through the windows the inside of LEAF TOWER fell into utter blackness and screams of the worst fashion rang off the walls.

____________________________________________________________

Back in the town square feedback rang off the old intercom systems, the voice of Andromeda carrying across the square. "Please..." Carried her quivering voice through the airwaves, thick with fear, uncertainty and a dwindling hope "just let the staff go, i'll stay behind an--" There was a noise that would probably register with a few as the heavy wet blow of something sharp and powerful against flesh, a ripple of scream carrying from the background as Andromeda could be heard screaming before the feed cut suddenly.

Silence hung in the marketplace. People stared. One man came barreling out of his shop, grabbing at the sleeves of Zakari, his face contorted with a directionless anger. All this man could see right now was a Leaf Headband, a presentation of the fighting will of Leaf.

"Go!" He yelled, not just at Zakari but to every ninja gathered in that square "NOW!"

[Gohan]

[Note: my bio has changed since the start of this event with regards to techniques. I do not know any gate sealing, soul casting, or rope use techniques]

Titania had made her way to the weapons shop and was told very nicely that their remaining weapon making materials had been sold just a few hours ago. Well that’s what I get for sleeping so late. I might as well head on over to the tower then. For this, she would need to display her headband which she would tie tightly around her forehead.

As she fumbled around trying to tie it to her satisfaction, she heard someone complaining about her horse or something. He must be peanut butter and jelly (jealous). She would give the blue haired guy (Loki) a sly smirk then head on over to gloat. By the time she got there, however, her horse was starting to act uneasy; perhaps it could sense the uneasiness of the crowd that was gathering to listen to some booming voice in the background. Titania paid no attention to the voice, but would hear someone near her ask what was going on (Hiro). And that’s when the tower went dark.

The horse would be the first creature to break the dead silence of shock before the Kage started to speak. It would whiney in fear, rear up, then take off into the distance. This knocked Titania’s unskilled ass right onto the ground. As soon as she scrambled to her feet, she would attempt to grab both Hiro and Loki before pulling them to the side. Whether they complied or not, Titania would ask: “Do either of you know what’s going on?”

As she spoke, she would activate her Byakugan which would give her 40 meters of vision in nearly all directions. In addition, she would use her telescopic abilities to see past the mass of filthy peasants who were clogging up the tower’s entryway. She didn’t expect to see much, if anything since there was obviously some powerful jutsu in play. However, she would try to gain any information about what the hell was going on in the lobby or see where the kage was. Her scan would be fairly quick since she had more pressing matters to attend to.

Techs:

SPOILER: Click to show

Telescopic Eye (Continued from above) [600m]
Rank: "Cx20" (Special, See Description)
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: The user is able to see much further than normal and access an X-Ray ability.
Special: ---
Drawback: Must have the Byakugan active. May learn up to ∞ times.
Description: When concentrating to See Through Chakra, the character can also spend time equal to Handseals to gain the ability to see through objects with X-ray like vision up to 10 meters from the user. This does not impede the user's line of sight and the distance a user can normally see, however they simply will not be able to use the X-ray ability beyond 10 meters. When the user first learns this technique the user trains it as a regular "C" Rank Jutsu. Each additional training allows the user to use the X-Ray ability for an additional 10 meters. For every 50 meters the user trains an additional +10 Training Points added to their previous training. The user also suffers a penalty to Observation checks every 15 meters instead of every 3 meters. If user loses an eye (has 1 eye) Telescopic Eye is reduced by 50%. Future learning also reduces distance by 50%.
Limit: Must be in the Hyūga clan. Must know Byakugan.

All-Seeing Eye [40m]
Rank: "B"
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: The user sees all that is around them, and nothing can escape their all-seeing eye.
Special: ---
Drawback: User gains a small blind spot located at the back of the neck above the first thoracic vertebra.
Description: Picture Taking the time of a "B" Rank Technique in Handseals the user may activate this technique. By activating this ability the Byakugan gives the user a near 360° field of vision, except for one blind spot at the back of the neck above the first thoracic vertabra. The distance of this vision is 1/5th of the user's knowledge in Telescopic Eye (Maximum Distance 40 Meters). Please note that the further the user may see, the larger the blind spot becomes. User is still subject to eye attacks.
Limit: Must be in the Hyūga clan.

[Madame Loki]

The girl riding the horse had obviously heard what he had said, as she turned to give him sly smirk. As she turned seeming to walk towards Loki, he noticed that she was, well for lack of a better word, beautiful. However, for Loki she was a little too beautiful, girls that looked like that and walking, well riding the streets alone? Oh yeah, she had some baggage. As she got near him his head snapped up to when he heard the events unfold, as the tower went silent. He sighed, as it looked like he wasn't going to be able to get a mission today. As he sighed he the girl riding the horse fell on her ass, and Loki chuckled a little bit, as he turned around to head home.

Or at least that's what he had thought. "The hell?" Loki gasped as the girl fresh off her ass had grabbed hold of his his and another guys arm. As she asked if he knew what was going on he snatched his arm away from her saying, "Well no I don't Hotty McGrabs-a-lot, but I'll tell you what's not going on. Me... going to the Tower today. See ya!" Loki began to walk off as McGrabs activated her Byakugan. This stopped Loki dead in his tracks. He had always found Hyuuga eyes incising, some might call it a fetish. He leaned his body all the way back to get a good look at this girl.

How could he not notice that she was a Hyuuga before. He looked and noticed she had amber eyes, and that would explain it. He looked into her eyes saying, "Why are your eyes different? Wait are you wearing contacts? What a waste, Googely Eyes."Googley had peeked his interest, he wanted to figure out exactly what her deal was. "Guess I can stick around for a bit, she's interest....the situation is interesting." Loki quickly corrected himself, and finally he took notice of Hiro.

He pointed at him with an inquisitive look on his face, he was sure he had seen this guy before, "Shitty boy, right?" Loki said rather bluntly as he turned around to face the Tower. There wasn't really much he could do, to gather information from this distance. So he just stood there trying to see what he could. He also said without looking back at the others, "Name's Loki by the way... rude asses. Especially you Googely." 

[zarak729]

When did he realize that he had stopped moving...? Looking ahead without seeing...? Hearing those around him but not listening...? Aware of everything that was going on around him but numb...?

The man still had his sleeves in his hands. Why was he looking at him like that? Why was he asking, or rather, yelling at him to go? Why him?

Fear had taken over him for a second, along with confusion and worry. The second that felt like eternity stretched on and on. His head was buzzing with activity, making sense of the last few seconds he had experienced, to sort and order the information in a more comprehensible way. First off the Kage Tower had been taken over. That much was obvious. Second, the Kage and the staff were now hostages...if not dead already but that line of thinking wouldn't get him far so it was best to act upon the former assumption. Third, it was now his responsibility to do something about it. Why? No idea. If it was up to him he would rather see someone else take charge and mount a rescue operation or something. But he couldn't wait, time was of the essence, no idea what could happen with each passing moment.

The Chuunin pulled his sleeves out of the mans grasp. He didn't say anything nor look him in the eyes. Maybe because he was still a tinge afraid but he couldn't let him see that. But he know knew what he had to do, the first step being gather up some help. After all the person who had taken the Tower couldn't be alone, given that there were Anbu stationed inside and the Kage herself should have been a force worth reckoning with. She wasn't looking very impressive in his eyes at the moment though. Most likely he had a couple of buddies or was just all that amazing to do this by himself but then again it was far better to assume the former. He couldn't take them all out himself but if he had some companions then the odds of success would be in his favor.

Before opening his mouth the Kedoin mentally remarked to himself once more about how speaking in public was a drag."Listen up people! The Tower has been taken over and the Kage is incapacitated! All Leaf ninja in the vicinity who wish to help mount a rescue mission step forward! I'm not gonna lie, the chance of death is very real and very imminent so those of you whom value your lives over your duty don't bother and go home! Rest of you get your asses in here!"

With forceful determination and absolute clarity his words would reach all ears nearby. There was not trace of fear nor of doubt or confusion. Rather his face bore the expression of a man determined and confident in his words and intentions. Still keeping it up he would turn to the shopkeeper who had been holding his sleeves not so long ago and ask for permission to use his shop. It would provide a modicum of security and privacy to plan out their assault.

["Rock" Lee Sang-hyeok]

The reverberation of the old intercom system cut Lee’s preliminary short; the peculiar thing about this broadcast was that it seemed to be playing from multiple sources. To relay a message such as this using a hardwired system without the aid of ninjutsu was infeasible for almost everyone in the village. In fact, as far as Lee was aware, only a select few had the capacity to act in this manner, namely the Hokage and by extension members of her staff. Of course, this raised a series of questions in Lee's mind chief among them was the following, is there an attempt on the Hokage's life?

As he stood there doubting the validity of the assault, Lee started to ponder the alternative scenarios, each one more plausible. Surely, this was just a training exercise after all the Hokage had an elite vanguard squadron, warriors who were capable of crushing almost everyone in mere seconds. It seemed absurd to suggest that they lay defeated. No, a far more probably situation was that this training exercise was to select candidates for the next exam. Lee was acutely aware that he possessed almost no talent as a ninja, due to his inability to use ninjutsu and genjutsu successfully. There was almost nothing someone of his calibre could offer towards the success of this mission, he believed the gulf in power to be simply too large.

The simple action of rotating on the ball of his rear foot had subjected the top layer of concrete to a state of trituration all that remained was a finely milled dust. Having already Lee had turned Lee proceeded to walk away from the tower; however, Zakari’s speech suddenly stopped him in his tracks, his voice radiating through the masses. The speech was a poor one, one could not claim that it was riveting nor that it was compelling at all for that matter; nevertheless it did have a profound effect on Lee. He struggled to imagine the shame if he was the only one that did not assist in the assault, worse still a fool like this young man would be claiming all of the glory. The herculean warrior stepped forth, unleashing a battle cry that matched his visage. The blood-curdling roar echoed that of a monster, more than it did a human, it should have been apparent by these actions alone that Lee intended to assist with the tower. A long serpentine tongue emerged from his mouth, to lick his lips lightly, his body preparing for the carnage that was soon to ensue.

SPOILER: Click to show

Stats:

[/b] 18
Movements: 8 +1(epidermolytic hyperkeratosis) =9
Natural armour: 5(epidermolytic hyperkeratosis) +2(Jotunbrud) +1 (toughskin)=8
Chakra based: +20 (Chakra resistance)
Resistances:

[/b] 20(Energy Absorption) +20(unscathed) =40[/ul]Armour points: 7(Toughness) +10(Strength of the Earth) = 17
Striking points: 10(Jotunbrud) +~20(Killer) = 10(30)
Genjutsu resistance: D20 + 1 + 4 (Chakra resistance)= D20+5[/spoiler][/ul]
Traits:

[/spoiler][/ul]
Actively used techniques:

[/spoiler][/ul]
Passive techniques:

[/u]
Limit: Must take from Universal TaiJutsu.

Wield Oversized Weapon
Rank: "C"
Skill: TaiJutsu/Supplementary
Effect: The user can use larger than normal weapons with ease.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: The user can treat any weapon as if it were 1 size category smaller than normal and one category "lighter" for the purpose of determining the amount of effort it takes to wield. For instance, a user with this technique could wield a Great Sword as a 1-handed weapon, or they could wield a large great sword as a 2-handed weapon. The weapon still deals its normal amount of damage.
Limit: Must take from Universal TaiJutsu.

Toughness
Rank: "C" Always 30 Training Points
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: User has enhanced physical stamina.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: User gains +3 Armour Points. Every Class Level the user gains an additional +4 Armour Points.
Limit: Must learn from Universal Miscellaneous.

Strength of the Earth
Rank: "B"
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: User is as resilient and enduring as the mountains.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: User gains 5 additional Armour Points per Class Level. User gains this benefit retroactively for all Class Levels previously gained.
Limit: Must learn from Universal Miscellaneous. Must know Toughness.

Tough Skin – Learned once.
Rank: "C" Always 20 Training Points
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: User's skin is as tough as a mountainside itself.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: User gains a +1 natural armour bonus to their Damage Reduction. This technique may be gained multiple times. Its effects stack. The total Natural Armour bonus gained by this technique may not exceed 4 per Class Level divided by 3.
Limit: Must learn from Universal Miscellaneous.[/spoiler][/ul][/spoiler][/font][/blockquote]

[drkenigma]

Hiro stood in shock at what had just taken place over the intercom he thought about how the hokage gave him personal money to spend after his mission hearing Zakari’s voice snapped him out of the shock he stepped forward “I’ll throw my life on the line to protect everyone in this village “Hiro stood there completely blowing off Loki’s comment as he had more to worry about.”How do we go about this “Hiro looked at Zakari as he knew he was chunin and since he himself was a genin therefore he thought he wouldn't be suited to lead this mission to save the Hokage


Hiro looked at the group he noted loki and the hyuuga girl she would be very good for the team. Hiro looked around at the others gathered around he did not think too highly of Loki due to his earlier comment but he tried to not let that cloud his judgement…What skills do we have here and equipment “Hiro asked softly looking at the group. this was the first time in his life where he was through into a life or death mission of this nature.

“We have to act quick and cautious”hiro said softly he was nervous as the loud blow that had come over the intercom could have possibly been lady hokage and that thought shook hiro to very core as he had seen a kind side to the hokage and it was his duty to protect her and the village even if it meant that he would die ..”We can’t let this happen we have to stand and fight.” Hiro Pointed to his head band almost to signify that it was their job.

“we need to get all woman and children out of the area things are gonna get hectic i can feel it “ Hiro explained as he knew fully that there was going to be conflict no way this would go with out violence hiro felt to make sure his katana was still on his back which it was. “how many tools do we have between eachother “hiro asked just to get a check on how they stacked they didn't know what was a head …. “maybe we should split into groups….”Hiro said trying to get a clear idea what they were doing before they went into a possible ambush.

[Ace Detective Nara]

//Enter//

Tetsu had been tired of all the shit he had to put up with that morning as he heard a ruckus that was sorely alarming. He sighed as he found himself walking towards the sound of the commotion. He heard a voice ring out over all the other, which he recognized as a familiar voice. "What the hell is all of this?!" He asked himself as he pushed his way to the Source. He felt his 4 kunai knives occupying his back slots of his vest, as well as the 45 shuriken, 2 small scrolls, his map of the known world, 80 explosive tags, 40 locking tags, and his short sword that sat sheathed on the back of his belt. His four cigarette boxes and 5 lighters occupied his front Breast pockets as he observed the fellow speaking. His bundle of wire was wrapped around his belt and his brass knuckles fit snuggly inside of the scroll pockets, and allowed him a sense of security as he decided what he was going to say.

"Yo...you know what all this is about?" He asked the fellow before him as he looked about to only see panicked and worried faces. Something was going down in that square, but what. He felt completely lost as he wondered what in the name of living hell was going on. "What's all this?" He said again asking the redundant question that would probably come off more annoying than helpful; however Tetsu found this information crucial. He awaited a response with a look of calm nonchalance, which was definitely off setting to the air of danger that hovered in the air.

["Rock" Lee Sang-hyeok]

[Exit]
[Force Scream, 0 | 70]

Lee felt distressed, the villagers had not even acknowledged his strongest battle cry. The young warrior faced a crucial decision he could either save the mayor or resume his training. After thinking about the decision for a few minutes, he walked off towards the training grounds.

SPOILER: Click to show

Force Scream
Rank: “B”
Skill: Taijutsu
Effect: The user takes a deep breath and lets out a powerful scream. This powerful scream is capable of sending the opponent and any obstacle that is not bolted down flying.
Special: ----
Drawback: ----
Description: Becoming infuriated, the user yells at the top of there lungs generating a powerful tidal wave that is capable of sending the opponent flying back into the distance. This sonic boom surrounds the user sending anything around them flying back at a high velocity. The sound wave of this technique is capable of being seen by the human eye as the area around the user ripples causing the space to shimmer making that area very disoriented when looking upon it. This technique can also be used to counter or redirect projectile weapons or projectile techniques of its rank and lower, (“B” Rank and lower). Depending on the Class level of the user also depends on the strength of the technique. When the user first learns this technique at “C” Rank they are capable of sending out a shock wave of fifty meters, giving it a knock back power of fifteen meters. When the user becomes a “B” Rank they are capable of sending out a shock wave of fifty-five meters, giving it a knock back power of twenty meters.
Limit: Must be a Kamyuja Member.

[Rokudaime Mamimi]

The responses were mixed even from the crowd, while some wanted to help as well others cowered back and tucked tail, scared for sure of the fate likely to befall them.

The Hyuuga gal was indeed able to see all the way to the tower, up to the doors and possibly inside but what greeted her senses was a debilitating sensation. The darkness knew no end. It was like staring into an abyss and the further one delved into it the more and more it was possible to find themselves sucked into into grasp. Possibly a genjutsu? What technique could possibly though... whomever the group was came prepared to deal with Konoha' finest. The Hyuuga mansion and the fabled Uchiha bloodline that ran like a network throughout this village, it would seldom be this easy. This much was certain with such impressive eyesight, the doors weren't locked, the walkway was trap free as far deep as the eyes could see into stone.

As for Zakari, his rough snatch of his should puled a startled guffaw from the shop owner who stared almost in disbelief. The speech left room for deserters? It could have been a bit more triumphant or gallant in the least, but no one was asking for a hero of the hour, they were asking to save the head of the village because tyrannic slavery would mean the fall of everything the village stood for. Whilst staring at the Kedoin boy the shop keeper had his attention pulled to be asked for his shop to which he nodded constantly, pointing to the small building that could fit about... ten comfortably.

"It is not much but if it will help, please..." Feedback screeched over the audio in broken intervals, the sounds of heavy blows landing, the occasional sob, Lillian the assistant could be heard babbling in the background whilst a smooth toned voice came over the speakers:

"Good evening villagers of Konoha." It started, eerie calm and soothing despite the heavy whimpers in the background "The Kage tower is currently under new management, though I am sure you all must know by now. Excuse that little outburst from earlier, I assure you everyone inside the tower is alive." His tone took a sharp edge that belied the calm that hand been set "For now." From the background a growl rose up, shuffling, the sounds of people yelling while the voice of the speaker grew distant though the conversation could be heard.

""You fucking morons! Move, i'll get the bitch!" Ripples of shocked cries reached the muffled microphone, rattling, and then the man was back. Panting. "Yes uhm, for now, as I said. I already know there must be a few of you, or hell maybe many, who are going to be stuuuupid enough to just come up and try to be the hero, tryyyy to be the boot that come crashing down on us poor measly bugs." A short chortle "The front doors are open. I'll be waiting. We all will."

For the one arriving late it would be up to the others to fill him in while Hiro expressed his concerns and attempted to mobilize everything into order. It seemed there was a battle for control: Hira the enigmatic Genin and Zakari the gun shy Chuunin.


________________________________________________________

Back in the tower a once determined Andromeda lay beaten and bound in the middle of the marble floor, a nasty yellowing on her cheek that was rapidly turning purple as well as a dozen other good splotches on her legs and torso where her sweatshirt had ridden up. The kick that had landed her on her side had also slammed her back into the pointed end of Lillian' desk and without proper use of her hands she was just going to have to deal with it. Every breath felt like something new broke and just talking alone made the body ache "We're going to be alright." She muttered breathlessly to no one as a bag went over her head and the world grew silent for the Shadow of Leaf.

[zarak729]

Only after the words had left his mouth did he realize that his speech could have been better. Perhaps he shouldn't have left room for deserters at such a crucial moment when he needed every able body he could get for this mission but the milk had been spilled and there was no point crying over it. His speech managed to reach one fearsome individual who immediately let loose a fearsome and impressive battle cry after which he promptly left the scene which wasn't a good sign. Thankfully another shinobi stepped forward, one whom seemed a bit familiar to the Chuunin yet he couldn't place his face yet, proclaiming that he was ready to lay his life down to protect the village and then turning to him for instructions. His voice reminded the Kedoin of the kid bowing down to him in the Leaf Tower not too many a moon ago.

"I remember you yeah, great to hear," said Zakari, clapping the kid on the shoulder. To his eye this guy looked rather green around the ears. Most likely a Genin. His willingness to throw his life away bothered him a bit though so he leaned in closer to his face and said, "Don't worry mate, I'll keep an eye over you so don't do anything stupid. Lives are precious so don't throw yours away right off the bat 'kay? Head on inside the shop and we will discuss it further."

Then the Kedoin would turn to the other new arrival (Tetsu) who was fresh to the scene, asking questions and unaware of the situation. To him he would say, "Simply put the Kage Tower has been taken over by some shits and the Kage and staff are probably hostages. Please enter the shop so we can discuss strategy," pointing it out and then calling out to all the other shinobi in the vicinity, "Everyone else in here too! If you're a ninja display your identification upon entry!" 

Heeding the words that came from the speakers the Kedoin only grit his teeth in anger and irritation at the provocation and offer of a challenge. No doubt they had to tread carefully but first he needed a good idea of the skills and abilities of the group. Pacing himself the Chuunin would enter the shop, waiting for everyone else to enter (every character that enters till Isleys next post) and identify themselves. He wasn't sure if there enemies were ninja or not but he still felt that it was a necessary measure all the same. After everyone would assemble he would speak up, making his voice heard above everyone else.

"We don't have time to dilly dally people so before we do anything else give us your name and a brief overview of what exactly you can do and your weaknesses if any. Don't over or under exaggerate, that'll be detrimental as opposed to helpful, you should know your own limits. Me first, my name is Zakari and I focus primarily on Earth techniques and weapons like kunai and exploding tags in battle. I have some medical experience but nothing impressive, I can heal wounds but nothing more. I also have some experience in Genjutsu but nothing too impressive. My capacity in Taijutsu however is limited and I prefer to fight from a range. Now go around and do the same please. Lets hurry, we're on the clock."

[Gohan]

Oh brother, Titania would think as Loki struggled to talk to her, at least he has a sense of humor. As for what Hiro had said, Titania could not agree more. The priority should be to rescue the innocent, but there didn’t seem to be any attacks on commoner folk.
Titania’s initial search of the tower were to no avail, but she would try again (properly) soon enough. Her attention had been drawn to her fellow shinobi. One of them, not too far away, was calling out to every shinobi in the area to join him to talk strategy.
“I'm Titania, if you wanted to know my name. Anyways none of this seems right,” she would say to the two guys beside her, “I would cover my ears if I were you.”

Still not knowing exactly what had gone on, Titania would start to think about their situation. The village’s leadership had been attacked but not killed. Also, it seemed as though they were strong enough to overcome the best shinobi that were stationed inside of the tower. On top of all that, they were inviting people to come in and contest them. No matter how she looked at it, Titania liked their style. This method was simpler, quicker, and less bloody than a full scale revolt.

Approximately 2 seconds after Zaraki finished telling people to present their ID, Titania would pull her crossbow around to the front of her body and set the multiple magazine mechanism to her screaming shafted tear gas-tipped bolts. She would then clamber up onto a nearby crate which would put her approximately 2 meters above ground. She would keep a close eye on the people around her with her all-around vision and would be prepared to dodge any grabs that came her way. If need be, she would force herself through any sort of obstacle that would stop her ascent.

She would then turn to the crowd of people that would be inevitably heading towards the shop. She would then shout at the top of her lungs:
“Don’t listen to that noise! Don’t you see that it’s better this way? Civil liberties be damned. We are a god damned ninja village and the strong must prevail!”

If not physically interrupted, Titania would fire one tear gas tipped bolt which would be aimed right into the shop's open window. The special shaft of the bolt would produce an incredibly loud noise as it traveled through the air which would likely damage the ears of anyone within 10 meters of its flight path. If the arrow made contact with anything, it would begin spewing out tear gas on contact. She would then hop down from the crate and sprint towards the tower’s entrance. Time permitting, she would enter. Her mind was set. As long as these “bad” guys didn’t turn out to be a bunch of bloodthirsty barbarians, she would surely join them.

SPOILER: Click to show

Far Shot (if necessary)
Rank: "C"
Skill: TaiJutsu/Supplementary
Effect: Farshot allows the user to increase their range proficiency by giving them a 2nd Range Increment.
Special: ---
Drawback: Must Aim for 1 movement before shooting.
Description: Normally the user may only shoot proficiently within the weapon's 1st Range Increment. This technique allows the user to increase their range proficiency by giving them a 2nd Range Increment. Example: The Recurve Bow has a 1st Range increment of 30 meters. With this technique the user's 2nd Range increment for this weapon is 60 meters. This increases the user's mobility attack as well as the stationary attack allowing the user to shoot at further distances without worrying too much about close combat.
Limit: Must be a Marksman. Must know Precise Shot.

Shaft: Screaming (Overview) x1 slot
Rank: "B"
Type: Secondary, 10 per Quiver Slot, Marksman, Ammunition, Shaft
Effect: A shaft that deafens a creature for a very long time if within range.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A shaft with a unique shape and created using the concept of a Sling Bullet: Thunderstone (Overview). This shaft has multiple holes and after 20 meters of being released it emits a high pitched noise that is treated as a sonic attack. Any creature within 15 meters of the shaft while it is flying will become affected and deafened for 1 hour. Since the user does not need to hit a specific target, the user can simply aim at a particular area. As with the Sling Bullet: Thunderstone (Overview) however this shaft becomes useless after it has been projected once. The Range Increment Adjustment with this shaft is -10 meters.
Limit: These types of items may be bought inside any Hunting Shop.
Cost: 5,000 Ryo per Slot, or 500 Ryo Each

Arrowhead: Tear Gas (Overview) x1 Slot [7500]
Rank: "A"
Type: Secondary, 15 per Slot, Marksman, Ammunition, Arrowhead
Effect: A device used to cause blindness, and nauseous actions.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Tear gas works by irritating mucous membranes in the eyes, nose, mouth and lungs, and causes crying, sneezing, coughing, hard breathing, pain in the eyes, temporary blindness, etc. This device seeps out the concoction within a diameter of 15 meters. The device releases the chemical agent within 2 meters per second. Anyone within it will become nauseated, and blinded for 1d6 rounds. The Arrowhead has 3 settings; Releases on contact, Releases 1 to 6 seconds after contact, Releases 1 to 6 seconds regardless of contact. The Range Increment Adjustment with this Arrowhead is -3 meters.
Limit: These types of items may be bought inside any Hunting Shop.
Cost: 7,500 Ryo per Slot, or 500 Ryo Each

Crossbow, Rifle - 200 lb. Draw (Overview)
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Piercing, Crossbow
Effect: Large crossbow with long distance used by snipers.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A Tier 1 Crossbow. A Two-Handed Weapon. These weapons do +16 Amour Points of Weapon Damage. These weapons do an additional +6 Armour Points of Damage. The Range Increment of this weapon is 40 meters. May be used in Mounted Combat but not Reloaded. Takes 4 Movements to reload. These heavy-duty, powerful crossbows with a shoulder stock. These crossbows are the winners in distance shooting. Rifle Crossbows range in different sizes, however most are over 3 to 4 feet in length. Rifle Crossbows are large but are normally used for long range attacks such as sniping.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Hunting Shop.
Cost: 45,000 Ryo [40,500 with BINGO Trait]

items may be bought inside any Hunting Shop.
Cost: 45,000 Ryo [40,500 with BINGO Trait]


Rifle Crossbow Magazine (Gargantuan) (Overview) x5 [10500 Ryo]
Rank: "B"
Type: Main, Slot Holder, Holds 20 Slot worth of Bolts, Magazine
Effect: A specialized Magazine used for Rifle Crossbows to hold multiple bolts in order to cut down in reloading time.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A metallic magazine used for Rifle Crossbows. Depending on the type of Rifle Crossbow these magazines may be attached to the top, or the bottom of the Rifle Crossbow. This magazine cuts down on the amount of reloading, and allows the user to perform various techniques that may need 2 or more consecutive shots. This Magazine may hold 20 slot worth of Bolts.
Limit: These types of items may be bought inside any Hunting Shop.
Cost: 2,100 Ryo

Penta Basic Crossbow Magazine (Overview) [Attached to Rifle Crossbow]
Rank: "C"
Type: Secondary, 0 per Slot, Gadget, Mechanical, Enhancement
Effect: A special magazine that may hold 5 types of ammunition inside.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: An enhancement used for specific types of Compound or Recurve Crossbow Magazines. This type of Enhancement divides up the bolts into 5 sections. Each Section may hold a different type of Ammunition. Switching from one type of ammunition to another takes up 1 second within a 6 second round due to it being mechanically based. When loading a different type of ammunition the gears in the clip work with the Crossbow allowing the crossbow to unload, and then reload automatically. This item is an Enhancement, cost of item is added to Cost of Magazine. This type of Enhancement may work with 3, and 5 Slot Magazines.
Limit: These types of items may be bought inside any Hunting Shop.
Cost: 5,000 Ryo [4500 With BINGO Trait]

Slot 1: Standard Bolt x20 Slots
Slot 2: Screaming Shaft + Tear Gas Arrowhead + Razor Blade Fletching [x15 Bolts]
Slot 3: Basic Shaft + Flare Arrowhead + Razor Blade Fletching [x15 Bolts]
Slot 4: Basic Shaft + Flash Arrowhead + Razor Blade Fletching [x30 Bolts]
Slot 5: Basic Shaft + Explosive Arrowhead + Razor Blade Fletching [x50 Bolts]

Optima [Attached to Rifle Crossbow]
Rank: "A"
Type: Secondary, 0 per Slot, Gadget, Mechanical, Weapon Enhancement
Effect: An internal modification that increases Base Range Increment of a Crossbow.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Quality built modification. A specially enclosed and slotted bolt groove on the tiller that extends further forward on a longer tiller. Confers greater accuracy at range increasing Base Range Increment by 10%. Cannot be used with an Ultima.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Gadget Shop.
Cost: 10,000 Ryo Each

Stabilizer [Attached to Rifle Crossbow]
Rank: "C"
Type: Main, Gadget, Mechanical, Transmitter
Effect: A weight, usually on rods, mounted on the bow to increase stability increasing precision.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Stabilizers are mounted the front of a Bow, Sling, a Compound/Recurve/Sniper Crossbow, where the weight helps keep the weapon stable, improving long-range shooting. Using a stabilizer increases the Base Range Increment by 10%.
Limit: These items may be bought inside any Gadget Shop.
Cost: 10,000 Ryo Each

[lordspooky]

I had witnessed Lee enter into the vicinity of the Fire Shadow Tower's district, and my green eyes went aflame with interest. He had asked of me a favor sometime back during one of his missions... surely he would return the favor here? My gaze had turned from that albicant reptilian towards the height of the tower as the intercom activated. Ohohohoo... what an opportunistic day indeed.

The squeaking voice of the kunoichi-kage rippled through the conglomerate that stood within the village square; nerves were rattled at the ominous plea; gasps erupted around me in bursts as Andromeda's screams died out amongst the intercom's static. And for once today, despite my focused and otherwise astute mien, I smiled. My agenda had been coming to fruition before my eyes and without my inception. What a relishing moment to take in around those who panicked and rushed to the Hokage's aid. My brow lowered and darkness fell upon my visage; my emerald green eyes had been honed in towards the main group who fled to the LEAF TOWER.

A voice, one now familiar to me once I remembered the brat it had come from, shouted over the whimpering mob. This had been the same shinobi who I had before felt a common connection with. He had been a genin at that time, but must have been promoted to middle-ninja following the Chunin Exams. He sounded sure of himself; and I hated it. The smile that had once shown on my shadow-laden face now furrowed into a grimace. Let Konoha writhe, I thought, irked by the passionate will of these Leaf ninja. After his heroic spiel, I heard the ninja Lee yell in aggression; but following such a terrible cry, he fled the area. I cursed him mentally, having already lost a common ally in such an imbalanced playing field. Now it was up to me and those who had the 火-kage hostage to complete the task....

My gait towards the tower had been above casual; concerned, yet not truly. As I moved, the intercom echoed out more terrible sounds and the voice of Lillian could be heard whimpering in the distance. Then there was another voice that came into the microphone: the one I supposed who ran this whole operation. He had done a terrible job, in my opinion -- had it been I, the Hokage would have been limbless; her and her office aids would have been moved into the sewers and tortured mercilessly until their blood ran the Hidden Leaf's aqueducts red. Yes.. it was a power move to seize the LEAF TOWER, but probably an ignorant one. However since it was not I who willed nor pulled this set of sinister strings, I opted to keep calm and have my way once I became recruited by Antagonist Leaf. And then---

Those, I suppose, willing to aid the Hokage and these damned village, gathered in the market area. Had a the proper type of grenade on me, then everyone of them who entered into that shop would have immediately regretted it. In lieu of joining forces with that crowd, I pushed towards the tower, long before the equestrian kunoichi dashed past me and into the tower. My eyes squinted and I wondered what her objective could have been. Had she, out of all the others inside the shop, chosen to face this menace head-on and by her lonesome? A fool's errand, I assumed; so then she must be for the terrorist group and not our reigning Shadow. Seconds after she entered into the LEAF TOWER, so did I, while others still brainstormed and shared ability secrets with one another.

The faces of the previous Fire Shadows looked down on me as if in a cold grimace; I looked up at them, smiling at their past failures that led up to this present turn of events. I flip my crimson hair and head into a hopefully ruinous receptionist lobby.

[Madame Loki]

Loki looked up as he saw some guy giving a speech about going to save the Hokage, or something, Loki didn't really pay much attention to it. He wasn't really one for big grandiose speeches, and he really didn't think this was the right moment for one anyway, for several reasons. The most important being, he had no idea whether their were others that where involved still among the crowd. If that was indeed the case, it would have been easy to identify their enemies. He next course of action didn't seem to smart either as he suggested that everyone gather in one place. "Geez, it's like he wants to get everyone killed in one glorious move....wait say what? Titania?" Loki said as he was far more concerned with what the strange Hyuuga girl said rather than their current situation.

"Titania? As in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream, Titania? Really, that's the name your folks went with?! Ah well, guess I'm not one to talk with a name like Loki right?" He prattled on; the most surprising thing about that little exchange being that he actually knew what "A Midsummer Night's Dream" was. As Titania talked about the current situation Loki also had to admit that something was very off about everything. These people who were taking over the Tower didn't seem too interested in killing the current Hokage yet, if they were she would be dead already. If they wanted to do harm to the village then they could have also done that at anytime, but they hadn't yet. What were they waiting for? 

Loki wasn't quiet sure what was going on, but the day was getting a lot more interesting. Loki saw the sheep walk into the shop with Zaraki; they were either too blinded by duty and glory, or too shell shocked to think for themselves. Loki however, didn't really have an egg in either basket. He didn't have anything against the current Kage, because he didn't know her. He didn't have anything against the people currently trying to take over the tower, either. They didn't seem to want to hurt any innocents, at the moment, and he kind of appreciated their go get'em attitude. But things could quickly change. especially in situations like this.

Giving that, he wasn't exactly in a rush to join them either, the risk to reward ratio wasn't exactly staggering. Loki tilted his head as he wondered what he should do, "Wait what? Cover my ears...why?...huh?" Loki remarked as he saw Titania gave a little speech of her own that made Loki grin from ear to ear. He then quickly jabbed his fingers into his ears, as she went to shot off an arrow. "Woman...You're crazier than I am....HEY!!!! TIT!!.......ANIA WAIT UP!!!" Loki shouted as he raced after the Hyuuga girl. He really didn't care about what was going on, but this Titania girl, she was...curious. Loki wanted to find out exactly what this girl was thinking, and it would suck if she went and got herself killed after he just met her. As he ran after Titania he leaned his body over to the side as he passed up the other guy who was entering the Tower as well.

It looks like there was a clear divide between the Konoha ninja, not just in the Tower, but outside of it as well. Loki smirked a little bit as he knew he really didn't give a damn about any of this, and he didn't have any idea about what might happen next. He didn't even know what HE might do next. Should be fun.