Kumogakure knowledge center.

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

Rules for the Kumogakure knowledge center.



* In order to become a student, you must sign up at the Raikage tower.


* You can NOT enter the knowledge center without an ID card. The only exception is the library.


* This is an NDE thread. You can use it for training, research, RP or take missions related to the facility.


* Not following these rules will result in consequences.

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

Kumogakure knowledge center.


Description of the school:


The building.


In the south-east end of Kumogakure no sato lays the knowledge center. This is a school open to those who have finished the shinobi Academy or an equivalent education. Most of the school are open to the public while others are only accessible to staff members.

Multiple alarms as well as security cameras are used to protect this area from intruders. All of the alarms plus the security cameras are connected to the security department at the Raikage tower.The reason for this tight security is to keep the students safe.

All of the staff members are either shinobis, certified herbalists, medics, ANBU’s or certified teachers. Everyone have been approved by the Raikage plus the daimyos.

In terms of level, this is a combined year 7 - 12 school. It offers both vocational education programmes plus university prep courses. Students must choose which path they want to take after completing year 10. The topics in the spoiler can be studied here.

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* Acting.
* Acrobatics.
* Alchemy. Must have 51 SP or more in lore, creature or lore, plant. Year 9 and up.
* Anthropology.
* Animal training.
* Appraisal.
* Athletics.
* Artistry.
* Cartography.
* Cooking. Year 4 and up.
* Computers.
* Craft, all types. Year 4 and up.
* Cryptography.
* Cultivation [regions teachers know].
* Culture [Kaminari no Kuni].
* Current affairs.
* Disguise.
* DNA Profiling.
* Expertise.
* Finesse.
* Geology.
* Human languages [found in Kaminari no Kuni].
* Leadership. Year 6 and up.
* Lore, Creature [all species found in Kaminari no Kuni].
* Lore, Plant [all regions].
* Lore, Undead.
* Mathematics.
* Medicine.
* Religion [all found in Kaminari no Kuni].
* Society [current events and Kaminari no Kuni].
* Weather Sense.
* Weaponsmithing.

Students can take up to six skills per term. When they have mastered one topic, they may replace it with another. Students may take a more advanced version if they wish.


Location and layout:

The knowledge center is located one kilometer south-east of the tower. It is a somewhat old school that has received several makeovers throughout the years. Several important people has attended this school. Some of them are former council members, the daimyo's children and children from large shinobi families.

The first area is the lobby area. You can find the information desk at the right side. This is where students can apply for subjects, get a map of the school or help. The desk is open from 07:30 AM to 04:30 PM.

A fancy kitchen plus a small shop is located at the west end. The culinary students often sell their food to students or staff. Leftovers are usually frozen or given to the homeless. The auditorium is located at the east end. It is often used for ceremonies and music lessons. The auditorium has an escape tunnel at the east end of the room. This is rarely used however.

Year 7-10 have their lessons at the ground floor of the main building. Year 7-10 students have a classroom, a study plus two laboratories at their disposition. One of these laboratories is used for alchemy studies. In year 11, students have to choose the vocational or university prep route. Students have to take a placement test and be interviewed for this. Popular subjects may require certain courses in order to enter. Some have age limits as well due to their complex nature.

The vocational students have their lessons in the white building. The only exception is the culinary students. They usually work in the kitchen or the alchemical laboratory. This is where the larger special classrooms are located. They are all located at the ground floor. These rooms include two lava forges plus a smithy. The smithy has an escape tunnel in case of emergency. Students go to school for two years prior to taking a two year long internship. All of the internships must be in Kaminari no Kuni. The interns have to take an internship exam after completing their internship. If they pass, they get a certification that allows them to work anywhere in the world.

University prep students have their courses at the first floor of the main building. These students have a classroom, a study plus two laboratories at their disposition. One of these laboratories are solely for alchemy studies. They take up to six courses a year of their choice each year. Some may require a certain level of skill in another subject. Year 12 students have exams in four subjects at the end of their year. If they pass, they can move on to university.

At the south end is the library. The library is open to the public and the students. It has several books on different topics. Many of the books have been donated by Yis and the Raikage. Others have been bought by shinobis.



Rooms and facilities:

Non-specialized classroom. Credit goes to the artist.

Smithy with lava forge. Credit goes to the photographer.

School lab. Credit goes to the photographer.

School alchemy lab. Credit goes to the artist.

Dance studio. Credit goes to the photographer.

Gymnasium. Credit goes to the photographer..

Auditorium. Credit goes to the photographer.

Library. Credit goes to the artist.

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Components:


Alchemical Laboratory, Perfected x 2.
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Room, 1 Stronghold Space, Alchemy Room
Effect: An advanced laboratory to help Alchemists create concoctions.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: With this laboratory, the alchemist has every tool they may need at their ready disposal. This includes the things described in Alchemical Laboratory, Basic, plus an even broader of tools. The walls of this place is covered with blackboards upon which all sorts of obscure notes can be scrawled. The floor is made of rough tile, all the easier to clean chemical spills off while not being too slick to cause slips in such situations. The room includes four basins, each which has a barrel (Barrel, Large (Overview)) of water suspended over it, complete with a tap to permit easy access at all times. An emergency barrel (Barrel, Large (Overview)) mounted on a hinged platform can be tilted to pour water over a person in case of emergency. A single Alchemist using this laboratory and having its resources all to himself receives a +100 circumstance bonus to their Alchemy. Alternatively, up to 4 alchemists can share this space at the same time, and they each receive a +80 circumstance bonus on their Alchemy skill.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 130,000 Ryo.


Auditorium, Fancy x 1.
Rank: "B"
Type: Main, Room, 1 Stronghold Space, Room
Effect: The part of a theater, concert hall, or other public building in which the audience sits.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: While any great hall can be used for performances, an auditorium is a space designed for acoustics and artistic appreciation in mind. Any Musician and Artistry checks in this space receive a +10 circumstance bonus. Up to 30 people can fit in here for a service. If you need a greater capacity, purchase this component multiple times.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 20,000 Ryo.


Kitchen, Fancy x 1.
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Room, 1 Stronghold Space, Room
Effect: A room or area where food is prepared and cooked.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: This well-appointed kitchen features an iron stove, complete with cooking griddle on top and oven beneath, and cast-iron cookware (8 Jug (Overview)), 4 Large Pitcher (Overview)). The scullery keeps cleaning solutions in addition to other supplies. The flooring is often of polished wood or rough tile. Good food fills the well-stocked pantry. Meals for up to 30 can be made in this place. If you need a greater capacity, purchase this kitchen multiple times. Cooking/Baking checks made within this kitchen receive a +10 circumstance bonus.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 120,000 Ryo


Laboratory, Fancy x 2.
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Room, 1 Stronghold Space, Laboratory
Effect: A laboratory is a facility that provides controlled conditions in which scientific or technological research.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Choose 1 of the Following to determine the purpose of the Room: Anthropology, Arson Investigation, Ballistics, Blood Splatter Analysis, DNA Profiling, Evidence Analysis, and Fingerprint Analysis. Normally Evidence is collected and sent to a Laboratory for analysis. A Laboratory has the advanced tools to help an analysis in determining what they need while inside the Laboratory. A single user using this laboratory and having its resources all to himself receives a +20 circumstance bonus to their appropriate skill. Alternatively, up to 4 users can share this space at the same time, and they each receive a +10 circumstance bonus on their appropriate skill.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 150,000 Ryo


Lava Forge x 1. Located in smithy.
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Room, 1 Stronghold Space, Craftsman Room
Effect: A specialized forge used to help people craft metal items.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: This room consists of the usual elements of a forge with the exception that all tools used are of masterwork quality. In the place of an ordinary forge is a lava forge. The lava forge draws up lava from deep underground, allowing blacksmiths to craft metal items and equipment more easily.
This appears to be an ordinary forge, except that the material within is molten rock as opposed to coals and fire. This allows blacksmiths to work metals at much higher temperatures, giving them greater control over their creations. The lava forge reduces the time required to make a metal item by +1 (Example: Base Crafting time is 1/3rd of item cost. This Forge improves crafting time by +1 making it 1/4 of item cost). This bonus is circumstance bonus. This forge may be accompanied by a Smithy Room.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 95,000 Ryo


Workplace, Pristine x 1.
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Room, 3 Stronghold Space, Workplace Room
Effect: A Crafting Room dedicated for all kinds of Crafting other than Blacksmithing/Metalworking.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: This area resembles the basic workplace, but it has finer tools and equipment. When using the area for the appropriate purpose, it grants a +60 circumstance bonus on appropriate skills checks. There may be up to 6 people working in this area.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 95,000 Ryo


Smithy, Perfected x 1.
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Room, 3 Stronghold Space, Craftsman Room
Effect: A Crafting Room dedicated for all kinds of Blacksmithing/Metalworking.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Similar to the basic smithy, this area features a polished stone floor and marble-encased forge of the highest quality. Working in this smithy gives a character a +80 circumstance bonus on any Craft pertaining to Blacksmithing/Metalworking (Armour, Blacksmithing/Metalworking, etc.) checks. This area requires the services of a smith. There may be up to 6 people working in this area.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 130,000 Ryo


Study/Office, Luxury x 2.
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Room, 1.5 Stronghold Space, Room
Effect: A study is a room in a house which is used for paperwork, computer work, or reading.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: This room represents the ultimate in office luxury. A well-appointed waiting room features an exquisite couch and a polished wooden desk. The main office features another stuffed couch and a set of comfortable chairs arrayed around a marble topped desk. The walls are covered with fine art, including a portrait of the owner of the stronghold and any family he might have. Using this study provides a up to 4 characters a +1 circumstance bonus per Mastery Die when learning Academia Skills.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 150,000 Ryo


Dining Hall, Basic x 1.
Rank: "B"
Type: Main, Room, 2 Stronghold Space, Room
Effect: A large room, typically in a school or other institution, in which people eat meals together.
Special: ---
Drawback: Must have purchased a Kitchen.
Description: Long, rough, rectangular tables and benches line this main hall, both at the edges and in the middle. A fireplace sits at one end of the place, providing warmth for all. The walls of such a place are often decorated with hanging weapons, animal heads, and the like. The floor is usually either made of worn wood or rough stone. This seats 30 people comfortably. Purchase this component multiple times if you want a larger dining hall.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 20,000 Ryo


Shop, Basic x 1.
Rank: "C"
Type: Main, Room, 1 Stronghold Space, Shop
Effect: A building or part of a building where goods or services are sold; a store.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: This small, cheap storefront comes complete with wooden sign hanging from a pole out front. The main area includes rough shelves and a sales counter, and a back room offers a small amount of storage space.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 4,000 Ryo


Training Area, Combat x 1.
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Room, 1 Stronghold Space, Training Room
Effect: A room to train in the art of Combat.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: This open area allows guards and soldiers to train in the art of war. It has a rack of wooden weapons and padded armor, archery targets, and practice dummies. Training in these areas grant the user a Circumstance Bonus +1 additional TP per post. Up to eight people can train in such a place at once. If you need a greater capacity, you can purchase this component multiple times.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 100,000 Ryo


Escape Tunnel x 2.
Rank: "C"
Type: Main, Room, 1 Stronghold Space, Tunnel
Effect: Deep beneath the earth, a tunnel lined in ancient masonry runs from the structure to some safe and innocuous point in the outside world. Should the worse come to pass, people at least have a way out.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A secret tunnel runs from a point in the user's structure to another point outside within the range of the 4000 cubic feet. The size and place is dependent on the structure being placed. Escape Tunnel may have a Secrete Door attached (cost not calculated). May be used as an Escape Room for a Portal
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 5,000 Ryo


Classroom x 3.
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Room, 2 Stronghold Space, Classroom
Effect: A specialized room with the determination of allowing a teacher to teach students with a higher skill and focus.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: These are large rooms filled with chairs, desks, and books where a teacher can convey knowledge to a number of learners. A range of topics of topics from military tactics to simple arithmetic can be taught here. Teachers with Advanced Skill Mastery in a Skill may teach students up to 45 Skill Mastery giving a +1 Circumstance bonus per Die Mastery. Teachers with Expert Skill Mastery in a skill may teach students up to 65 Skill Mastery giving a +1 Circumstance bonus per Die Mastery. Teachers with Master Skill Mastery in a Skill may teach students up to 95 Skill Mastery giving a +1 Circumstance bonus per Die Mastery.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 95,000 Ryo


Library, Fancy x 2.
Rank: "A"
Type: Main, Room, 1 Stronghold Space, Library
Effect: A collection of manuscripts, publications, and other materials for reading, viewing, listening, study, or reference.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Fine polished shelves extend from this chamber’s tile or wooden floor to the ceiling above. Several ladders allow access to upper shelves. Several small tables scattered throughout the place allow researchers space to work. This library can hold up to 3 different lots of books on specific subjects. For example, it could contain books on religion, chakra lore, and the mathematics. Purchase reference books as extras (see the Books sidebar), and if you need a greater capacity, purchase this component multiple times. The library component is not very useful unless books line the shelves. A book lot costs 250,000 Ryo and provides a +20 circumstance bonus on a specific Academia skill. Alternatively, the user can purchase a book lot of general topics, which costs 250,000 Ryo and provides a +10 circumstance bonus on all Academia checks. A book lot cannot be forged, nor crafted.
Limit: Must be created by a Construction Crafter.
Cost: 30,000 Ryo

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Books available for reading:


Skill books:

Encyclopedia of Plant Lore [Every Region].
Book: Textbook: Volume IX: Craftworks: Metals.
Book: Textbook: Volume XI: Gymnastics.


Grimoire:

Grimoire Illusionatus.
Grimoire Repartus.



Ritual books:

Feign Death (Deception Ritual).
False Portal (Deception Ritual).
Deceptive Teleport (Travel Ritual).

[kininata]

[Enter Kininata]

It was an impressive facility, to say the least. Better than the similar ones at his own old village. Kininata couldn't help but feel a little awed at the work done to make this. He walked up to the main entrance, seeing the dozens of people coming and going as part of their vocation. He wished that something like this had been setup up better at Amegakure no Sato.

He entered the building and went to the reception desk.

'Hello there. I'm currently waiting for my visa application to clear, but when that happens I'd like to get some vocation tests and training done - I used to do a lot of herbalist and blacksmithing work, but my talents haven't been applied of late, so I could do with a refresher for a re-certification course.' He said, handing over a copy of his visa application from the office for their own records.

'Once my visa is verified, I'll be coming back. That should give you everything you need to help me get started. I've be back in a few days - I'm sure that ANBU or the Raikage's office can advise you of my residence for contacting me.'

With that, he then headed out towards the construction area where his mission assignment was waiting for him. It was something he was actually looking forwards to.

[Exit Kininata]

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

[Enter kage bunshin and Skulking Shinzu]


"Here is the last stop on our trip. The knowledge center" presented the female. The building in front of them was quite modern thanks to a recent renovation.
The kage bunshin would walk inside and waited for the male to follow her. Inside was a large lobby area.

"This is where you will take your lessons. They take place in different class rooms. I believe the Raikage is going to sign you up for the lessons you need" informed the young woman.
"Don't worry about the security. It's to keep the students safe" assured the disguised Raikage.

"Your lessons should be on the first floor. The information desk is at floor three. Which one would you like to visit first?" inquired the female. She wondered if this was how the school worked in Mo. Maybe she could get some inspiration there?

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Skills used [kage bunshin]:


Sense Motive. Level: Master [104/125].

Observation. Level: Master [107/125].

Current affairs. Level: Master [109/125].

History, local: Hi no Kuni. Level: Master [112/125].

History, local: Kaminari no Kuni. Level: Master [109/125].

Disguise. Level: Expert [81/125].

Unskilled: Appear as a relative of the same race, sex, and age category.
Novice: Appear as another individual of the same race, sex, and age category.
Average: Alter one's apparent sex or apparent age.
Advanced: Alter one's apparent race.
Expert: Perform multiple combinations of above.



Jutsus used:


Defensive throw.
Rank: “S” Rank.
Skill: Taijutsu/supplementary.
Effect: A technique in which if the user has his sights set on a target ready to attack, the senses of the throwing specialist is so in tuned with his surroundings the user is unable to be flanked.
Special: ---
Drawback: The user may only learn this technique by the class that they are. This means that in order to learn the “C” Rank version they must be “C” Class, if they wish to learn the “B” Rank version they must be “B” Class.
Description: A technique where the subconscious mind, where the subconscious body reacts just as they are attacked while flanked or while their back is turn. The body reacts in such a way to where they are capable of withstanding so much. This technique makes it where the throwing specialist is incapable of being surprised attacked, a sudden second sense kicks in as their body screams out to them yelling at them telling them to move, duck, dodge or anything else within that manner. This works on whenever they are being attacked. This technique however has a major flaw. The user is capable of dodging only whenever the opponent's class is equal or lower to that of the rank of the technique they know. This means that a user that knows this technique cannot use this against an opponent that is “C” Class or higher.
Limit: Must be a throwing specialist.


Solid regard.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Target is personal. Range is personal. Duration is five hours per class level. User knows their soul and where it is going. This makes them fearless. User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Limit: Must be a soulcaster.

[Skulking Shinzu]

“As modern as expected.” Zuruel glanced around. “So classes are held here? For Shinobi only, or all civilians?” Zuruel was curious about how villages functioned. Was the priority on the far more powerful Shinobi, the civilians that likely kept the infrastructure running, or both? Of course, he couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow at the mention of security. “Why do the students need to be kept safe? Surely no invaders could ever find this village.” The Kedoin recalled the mountains he passed by to reach Kumogakure. He never would have thought to venture deeper to search for the village. That fact made him think back to Konohagakure's location - a area surrounded by sense dense forests that no one would ever think a village of that size would be hidden amidst the greenery.  “Let’s go to the first floor since it’s first. Pun intended.” Zuruel chuckled slightly before continuing. “But why is the information desk on the third? Surely it’d be better situated in the lobby?”

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

"So classes are held here? For shinobi only, or all civilians?" inquired the male.
"The knowledge center is open for both actually. We mix shinobis with civilians to improve relations" replied the female. There were nobody in the lobby since everyone had class now.

"Why do the students need to be kept safe? Surely no invaders could ever find this village" stated Zuruel. What he said made the kage bunshin flinch a little.
"I'm afraid that's not the case. Kumogakure and several other shinobi villages have been invaded throughout the years" informed the young woman.

"Let's go to the first floor since it's first. Pun intended. But why is the information desk on the third? Surely it’d be better situated in the lobby?" asked the younger man. She let out a small laugh when she heard the pun.

"This is where you will take your lessons. They take place in different class rooms. I believe the Raikage is going to sign you up for the lessons you need" informed the young woman.
"Don't worry about the security. It's to keep the students safe" assured the disguised Raikage.

"The school is going to move the information desk to the ground floor pretty soon. Maybe the architect was tired when he drew the layout" replied the disguised Raikage. She walked towards the staircase and gestured him to follow her.

After a short while, they were at floor one. "This is where your lessons are held. We got several different classrooms. Come here" told the female. She stood in front of a glass panel that gave them a view into the room.

Inside the room was a class of teenagers plus a male teacher. The class appeared to be playing on different instruments.
"This is our music room. There is an art and crafts room further down the hallway. I'm pretty sure we have a lab too" informed the fake greenette.

"I'm afraid we can't enter them since class is in session. Should we go to the information desk?" asked the young woman.
Her guest did not appear too overwhelmed. Perhaps it was because they had something similar in Mo. She wondered what he thought about this school.

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Skills used [kage bunshin]:


Sense Motive. Level: Master [104/125].

Observation. Level: Master [107/125].

Current affairs. Level: Master [109/125].

History, local: Hi no Kuni. Level: Master [112/125].

History, local: Kaminari no Kuni. Level: Master [109/125].

Disguise. Level: Expert [81/125].

Unskilled: Appear as a relative of the same race, sex, and age category.
Novice: Appear as another individual of the same race, sex, and age category.
Average: Alter one's apparent sex or apparent age.
Advanced: Alter one's apparent race.
Expert: Perform multiple combinations of above.



Jutsus used:


Defensive throw.
Rank: “S” Rank.
Skill: Taijutsu/supplementary.
Effect: A technique in which if the user has his sights set on a target ready to attack, the senses of the throwing specialist is so in tuned with his surroundings the user is unable to be flanked.
Special: ---
Drawback: The user may only learn this technique by the class that they are. This means that in order to learn the “C” Rank version they must be “C” Class, if they wish to learn the “B” Rank version they must be “B” Class.
Description: A technique where the subconscious mind, where the subconscious body reacts just as they are attacked while flanked or while their back is turn. The body reacts in such a way to where they are capable of withstanding so much. This technique makes it where the throwing specialist is incapable of being surprised attacked, a sudden second sense kicks in as their body screams out to them yelling at them telling them to move, duck, dodge or anything else within that manner. This works on whenever they are being attacked. This technique however has a major flaw. The user is capable of dodging only whenever the opponent's class is equal or lower to that of the rank of the technique they know. This means that a user that knows this technique cannot use this against an opponent that is “C” Class or higher.
Limit: Must be a throwing specialist.


Solid regard.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Target is personal. Range is personal. Duration is five hours per class level. User knows their soul and where it is going. This makes them fearless. User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Limit: Must be a soulcaster.

[Skulking Shinzu]

“Ah, good to know.” Zuruel smiled. He was keen to know if Ninja and ordinary civilians were treated as equals. He was evidently pleased to hear that they are. Less positive, was the information about Kumogakure being attacked on numerous occasions in the past. “Who were the attackers? Stray bandits, or other Shinobi? Are there any villages Mo should be wary about?” He could only assume the later. He couldn’t imagine a small group of ordinary individuals would ever dare to directly rampage into a Ninja village. Not unless they possessed an sizeable army or special powers.

Zuruel then followed Tomoko upstairs and peered through the glass panel. “Music room eh? I’ve always wanted to brush up on the flute.” He may not have looked like it, but Zuruel was quite into music. Although, he only ever whistled his melodies as opposed to singing outright. “Of course – I wouldn’t want to break the student’s focus. Let’s head to the third floor.” A smile couldn’t help but possess the Kedoin’s face at the sight of all the students. A younger generation full of hope and ambition. He hoped none of them had ever or would ever suffer as much as he did throughout his childhood.

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

"Who were the attackers? Stray bandits, or other shinobi? Are there any villages Mo should be wary about?" inquired the male.
"They were a bit of both. However, we have not seen or heard anything during the last four years" replied the female. Her voice was quite serious.

"Music room eh? I've always wanted to brush up on the flute" told Zuruel. She smiled when he noticed his interest in arts.
"Of course – I wouldn’t want to break the student's focus. Let's head to the third floor" said the young man.

"Let's go then" replied the kage bunshin. They walked up the staircase to the third floor. To their left was a door that lead to the admin office. All the staff rooms were on the right side. Straight ahead was the information desk.

Behind the desk sat a man who gave them a polite nod. He was clearly busy with his work.
"This is the information desk. You will get your timetable plus your student ID here. Students at your level can take six subjects per term" informed the young woman.

"I think that's all. Should we go back to Ryutatsu-kun?" asked the fake greenette.
There was nothing left to do here really. Especially since he was eager to test out his new weapon.

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Skills used [kage bunshin]:


Sense Motive. Level: Master [104/125].

Observation. Level: Master [107/125].

Current affairs. Level: Master [109/125].

History, local: Hi no Kuni. Level: Master [112/125].

History, local: Kaminari no Kuni. Level: Master [109/125].

Disguise. Level: Expert [81/125].

Unskilled: Appear as a relative of the same race, sex, and age category.
Novice: Appear as another individual of the same race, sex, and age category.
Average: Alter one's apparent sex or apparent age.
Advanced: Alter one's apparent race.
Expert: Perform multiple combinations of above.



Jutsus used:


Defensive throw.
Rank: “S” Rank.
Skill: Taijutsu/supplementary.
Effect: A technique in which if the user has his sights set on a target ready to attack, the senses of the throwing specialist is so in tuned with his surroundings the user is unable to be flanked.
Special: ---
Drawback: The user may only learn this technique by the class that they are. This means that in order to learn the “C” Rank version they must be “C” Class, if they wish to learn the “B” Rank version they must be “B” Class.
Description: A technique where the subconscious mind, where the subconscious body reacts just as they are attacked while flanked or while their back is turn. The body reacts in such a way to where they are capable of withstanding so much. This technique makes it where the throwing specialist is incapable of being surprised attacked, a sudden second sense kicks in as their body screams out to them yelling at them telling them to move, duck, dodge or anything else within that manner. This works on whenever they are being attacked. This technique however has a major flaw. The user is capable of dodging only whenever the opponent's class is equal or lower to that of the rank of the technique they know. This means that a user that knows this technique cannot use this against an opponent that is “C” Class or higher.
Limit: Must be a throwing specialist.


Solid regard.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Target is personal. Range is personal. Duration is five hours per class level. User knows their soul and where it is going. This makes them fearless. User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Limit: Must be a soulcaster.

[Skulking Shinzu]

Four years was a long time. Long enough to forgive someone for an attack. Zuruel could only assume that Tomoko was reluctant to name anyone because the Raikage had long since forgiven the transgressions of any other villages. At least, he assumed so anyway. He couldn’t think of any other reasons why she would be reluctant to name anyone specifically. On a more positive note, he noticed the smile on her face as he mentioned his interest in arts. “You and the Lady Raikage are quite alike.” He chuckled cluelessly upon recalling each time the Raikage smiled at the mention of an interest in knowledge or arts. The only difference seemed to be that Tomoko seemed slightly easier to talk to. Was it a difference in personality, or did the Raikage’s title and authority simply make her out to be more stern and harsh than intended? With all the time he was going to spend in Kumogakure, he knew there were going to be plenty of chances to find out and get to know the two of them more. “Hmm… They seem like roughly the same age? There’s no way they are mother and daughter. Sisters perhaps? Cousins even?”

As Zuruel pondered, the trio ended up reaching the third floor. In an oddly dexterous manner, Lady seemed to have no trouble with the stairs and hopped up them with an efficiency even greater than most humans. “When will the timetable and ID be ready? I wouldn’t want to keep anyone waiting.” It wasn’t that he was in a rush. Tomoko just simply sensed that he was an individual that always liked to be kept busy. If there were things to do, he’d rather get started on them right away than put them off for later. “Level? I didn’t think I had one.” He laughed a little before folding his arms and giving Tomoko a playful stare. “Six subjects per term? I’m not competitive, but how many subjects do most take per term? I’m hoping six isn’t below average.” That was a complete lie Tomoko would easily be able to see through. There was nothing about the Kedoin that wasn’t competitive. A swift eye-roll by Lady the moment she heard that revealed as much. “Oh sure. I’d love to see your lab first if possible though before leaving. I’m curious about the layout and what equipment you have in there.”

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

((OOC: Photo of lab - here))

"You and the Lady Raikage are quite alike" observed the male. "That's no surprise. We're both women at the same age" replied the female. She managed to stay calm. Just one more thing to do and they would separate.

"When will the timetable and ID be ready? I wouldn't want to keep anyone waiting" asked Zuruel. "I'm afraid I can't answer that. But I don't think it will take more than three days" replied the kage bunshin in an honest voice. She would walk down the stairs and hoped he would follow.

"Level? I didn't think I had one" laughed the young man. He then gave her a playful stare.
"Six subjects per term? I'm not competitive, but how many subjects do most take per term? I'm hoping six isn't below average" inquired the visitor.

'Not competitive? Jeezes. I'm afraid I don't buy that one' thought the disguised Raikage.
"Six subjects is the highest number of subjects you can take in a term. We have levels in the school to make sure the lessons are not too hard or easy" answered the female.

"Oh sure. I'd love to see your lab first if possible though before leaving. I'm curious about the layout and what equipment you have in there" told the younger man.
They were back at the first floor. The fake greenette looked to each side to see if there was an empty lab.

"Promise me one thing before we go in. DON'T MESS UP ANYTHING! I don't think the Raikage will approve of that.
We don't have a lot of time either" warned the young woman. Once he had promised to not mess up anything, she would let him in.

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Skills used [kage bunshin]:


Sense Motive. Level: Master [104/125].

Observation. Level: Master [107/125].

Current affairs. Level: Master [109/125].

History, local: Hi no Kuni. Level: Master [112/125].

History, local: Kaminari no Kuni. Level: Master [109/125].

Disguise. Level: Expert [81/125].

Unskilled: Appear as a relative of the same race, sex, and age category.
Novice: Appear as another individual of the same race, sex, and age category.
Average: Alter one's apparent sex or apparent age.
Advanced: Alter one's apparent race.
Expert: Perform multiple combinations of above.



Jutsus used:


Defensive throw.
Rank: “S” Rank.
Skill: Taijutsu/supplementary.
Effect: A technique in which if the user has his sights set on a target ready to attack, the senses of the throwing specialist is so in tuned with his surroundings the user is unable to be flanked.
Special: ---
Drawback: The user may only learn this technique by the class that they are. This means that in order to learn the “C” Rank version they must be “C” Class, if they wish to learn the “B” Rank version they must be “B” Class.
Description: A technique where the subconscious mind, where the subconscious body reacts just as they are attacked while flanked or while their back is turn. The body reacts in such a way to where they are capable of withstanding so much. This technique makes it where the throwing specialist is incapable of being surprised attacked, a sudden second sense kicks in as their body screams out to them yelling at them telling them to move, duck, dodge or anything else within that manner. This works on whenever they are being attacked. This technique however has a major flaw. The user is capable of dodging only whenever the opponent's class is equal or lower to that of the rank of the technique they know. This means that a user that knows this technique cannot use this against an opponent that is “C” Class or higher.
Limit: Must be a throwing specialist.


Solid regard.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Target is personal. Range is personal. Duration is five hours per class level. User knows their soul and where it is going. This makes them fearless. User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Limit: Must be a soulcaster.

[Skulking Shinzu]

“Very well, I’ll check again in three days.” Was that fast, or slow for a Ninja village? It was difficult to say. In Mo, people could usually sign up to classes and attend them the very next day. Technically, they could even attend them the same day, if not for the fact that most started quite early and so they would usually be over or halfway through by the time most arrived at the office to register. “Six, eh?” Zuruel chuckled. His posture straightened slightly out of pride. Tomoko could see that he was clearly happy at the fact that he had been recognised as being capable of taking the maximum number of classes.

As the conversation continued, Zuruel and Lady followed Tomoko downstairs before observing her. “Of course, I only plan on observing and not actually using anything.” Zuruel was surprised by Tomoko’s response. Had accidents happened in the lab before? Mo’s usage of the labs were far less strict. As long as someone signed up, they’d be able to enter freely. Of course, they’d only be allowed to mix ingredients under the watchful gaze of a superior. Perhaps Tomoko’s reaction hinted at the fact that Zuruel needed to be stricter with access to his lab. “Let’s see.” Once inside, the Kedoin glanced around quickly as to not take up Tomoko’s time. Most of the equipment seemed very similar to Mo's. The only difference seemed to be the area dedicated to multiple chairs, which gave the room a classroom vibe. In contrast, every spare square meter of Mo’s lab was filled with a workstation. There was more of a focus on practical learning, whereas he suspected Kumogakure’s labs relied more on theory. At least, more than Mo. This was something he’d have to take back to the village and see if a change was required. “That’s all I needed, thank you.” To show he was done, Zuruel exited the lab and returned to the open space of the first floor.

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

The female observed how he interacted in the lab. He did not look vowed or surprised. "That's all I needed, thank you" told Zuruel. "Great! Let's go back to meet Ryutatsu-kun. I bet he can't wait to see you" replied the kage bunshin.

She would walk back down to the lobby with him. Unless he had any questions, they would leave the knowledge center. It was time to meet the younger male.
'It's a little odd they did not have levels in the Mo education. Perhaps they have something else' wondered the young woman.


[Exit kage bunshin]

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Skills used [kage bunshin]:


Sense Motive. Level: Master [104/125].

Observation. Level: Master [107/125].

Current affairs. Level: Master [109/125].

History, local: Hi no Kuni. Level: Master [112/125].

History, local: Kaminari no Kuni. Level: Master [109/125].

Disguise. Level: Expert [81/125].

Unskilled: Appear as a relative of the same race, sex, and age category.
Novice: Appear as another individual of the same race, sex, and age category.
Average: Alter one's apparent sex or apparent age.
Advanced: Alter one's apparent race.
Expert: Perform multiple combinations of above.



Jutsus used:


Defensive throw.
Rank: “S” Rank.
Skill: Taijutsu/supplementary.
Effect: A technique in which if the user has his sights set on a target ready to attack, the senses of the throwing specialist is so in tuned with his surroundings the user is unable to be flanked.
Special: ---
Drawback: The user may only learn this technique by the class that they are. This means that in order to learn the “C” Rank version they must be “C” Class, if they wish to learn the “B” Rank version they must be “B” Class.
Description: A technique where the subconscious mind, where the subconscious body reacts just as they are attacked while flanked or while their back is turn. The body reacts in such a way to where they are capable of withstanding so much. This technique makes it where the throwing specialist is incapable of being surprised attacked, a sudden second sense kicks in as their body screams out to them yelling at them telling them to move, duck, dodge or anything else within that manner. This works on whenever they are being attacked. This technique however has a major flaw. The user is capable of dodging only whenever the opponent's class is equal or lower to that of the rank of the technique they know. This means that a user that knows this technique cannot use this against an opponent that is “C” Class or higher.
Limit: Must be a throwing specialist.


Solid regard.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Target is personal. Range is personal. Duration is five hours per class level. User knows their soul and where it is going. This makes them fearless. User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Limit: Must be a soulcaster.

[Skulking Shinzu]

With everything settled, Zuruel smiled and nodded at Tomoko. “Thank you, this visit has given me several interesting ideas to bring back home.” With no further questions, Zuruel and Lady followed Tomoko to the entrance before exiting. As natural sunlight hit his eyes, the Kedoin was reminded about the duel with Ryu. Immediately, his blood began to boil in excitement. It wouldn’t be long time before he’d be able to showcase his skills in front of Cloud. “Ah!” He exclaimed. “I can’t reveal too much…” He thought to himself. At the same time though, he wanted to go all out. Grimacing, he asked Tomoko for a bathroom, cloakroom or anywhere private and swiftly scurried inside.

Utilising his Kedoin manipulation abilities, Zuruel changed his body structure so that he looked far slimmer. His facial structure also changed, along with his iris that shifted to yellow and his hair which grew spikey, unruly and snow-white. Upon exiting the room, Zuruel removed his cloak, rolled it up and tossed it at Lady before cracking his knuckles. “Ready.” He chuckled. His voice was eerily similar to Zuruel’s, a fact Tomoko would instantly pick up on until his next few words were uttered in a more rough and younger tone. “Hope you don’t mind this form Tomoko. The Duchess specifically requested I don’t reveal the full extent of my abilities in public in case there are others visiting Cloud, so I’ll be assuming this form for now. Call me… Shinzu.” It was a name he had long since abandoned. For now though, it’d do. As Lady held the rolled up cloak in her mouth, she too triggered a Transformation Jutsu. The only difference was that she looked slightly smaller and spotted white fur instead of black.

[Exit]

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Zuruel

Warped Visage: Flesh Architect

Rank: B-ranked

Skill: Taijutsu

Effect: The user can transform into almost anything they desire.

Special: ---

Drawback: The user can never gain special attributes from the body parts they create and mimic; such as wings use in flight.

Description: A mastery technique that is gained by the most powerful Kedōin Clan members. A merit of perfect transformation skill. The user is capable of growing and mimicking body parts that would not normally be found on a normal humans. By commanding the cells of the body, the user can grow and shape their body into almost anything they desire. The user may grow themselves a cat's tail, a set of wings, bovine hooves or even octopi tendrils if they desire. The user can craft themselves these body parts to blend into groups or clans that do in fact own these working body parts (such as copying the Anitsisqua). The body parts the user grows can look and appear to whatever the user desires. Alternatively, some users have been known to take the appearance of large dogs for better infiltration, while some choose to appear like horrific demons or odd snake like hybrid creature for an added fear factors. The body parts grown may move and operate like the body parts they appear like. These parts however are granted enough muscles for movement, but not enough functionality to be used for jutsus. Being attacked does not remove the user from this form of transformation. It takes one post to grow or alter the body the user wishes to possess. May not alter the body beyond what the user is capable of within the "Warped Visage: Mass Alteration".

Limit: Must have 500 tp within the Kedōin Blood Line. 

Lady

Transformation
Rank: "D"
Skill: NinJutsu
Effect: Using this technique, the user assumes the form of a creature of same size category as he is or smaller.
Special: Handseals
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 50 minutes per Class Level. User may freely designate the specifics of his new form (such as height, weight, hair texture and color, skin tone, etc.). In this new form, the user keeps their armour points, saves, allegiance and special abilities, but they are adjusted accordingly as per the new Size category (if any change occured), and does not gain any of their new form's abilities other than its natural weapons and cannot change their voice. In this new form, the user can use all their abilities unless they use a limb or body part that they previously did not have in their original form. The user can create equipment, natural weapons or simply make it so that their new form carries the same equipment as they do, but cannot create something overly complicated or that uses Chakra (no mastercrafted objects, no advanced weaponry, exploding tags, summoning scrolls, etc); any part of the body or piece of equipment that is separated from the whole reverts to its true form. The user cannot use any technique of any type unless their form allows them to, but is still capable of speech even if their new form would not usually be. Even in their new form, the user retains their own creature type and does not gain any immunities they would with another. The new form cannot be smaller than Tiny and the user gains a +25 bonus to Disguise checks per Class Level (maximum +75) if the user uses the technique to disguise into another creature. The new form will not provide warmth if they are not clothed. The user can also use Transformation to transform into an object of their size category or smaller, but that is no smaller than Tiny. The user cannot transform into advanced weaponry or mastercrafted weapons, nor can they replicate the effects of an object crafted. The user may use Transformation to transform their clones. The range of the technique in this case is 7 meters + 6 meters per Class Level and affects any clones at the user's discretion within that range. When the a transformed creature is hit while maintaining a transformation, it must succeed a Will Save check (10 + 1/2 Damage dealt) or see the technique abruptly end. A creature that interacts with or intently observes the transformed creature may make an Observation check to recognize it as transformed, but will not be able to determine what the true form of the creature or the user is. Creatures that can See Chakra or See Through Chakra can make an Observation check to notice chakra moving in an odd pattern around the user, which will in turn allow the creature to make a Chakra Lore check (Difficult Difficulty) to identify the pattern as a result of Transformation.
Limit: Must learn from Universal NinJutsu.

[Skulking Shinzu]

[Enter]

Chakra Lore
Rank: "D"
Skill: Jutsu Lore Skill
Effect: Chakra Lore can be used to gather knowledge on Chakra related topics.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Relevant Abilities: Intelligence Skill. Die Rolls: 5 Die Rolls. Check Requirement: Normal. This discipline of study explores the theoretical constructs of Chakra, though it does not teach actual mechanics of Jutsu performing. Jutsu Performing and Chakra Lore are related to each other much like engineering and pure science. That is, Jutsu Performing is all about applying basic Chakra principals to demonstrate uses. A junior Jutsu Performer is much like an amateur tinkerer. They know little (if any) theory but has some measure of practical experience—sufficient to deal with the elementary challenges of low-level Jutsus. As they progress in experience, their additional theoretical training allows them to perform progressively more complex Jutsus. As they reach higher levels, even if they have not specifically undertaken to study Chakra Lore, they have sufficient training to comprehend and use relatively complex Chakra theory. However, if the user wishes to ever be anything more than a Jutsu lobber, additional training is recommended. Some practical applications of Chakra Lore follow:
Limit: Must learn from Skills.

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1. Zuruel entered one of the empty classrooms and took a seat. He could only imagine it was so peaceful due to it being a weekend. Grinning to himself, he pulled open a book from his bag and set to work reading its contents. Although he wasn’t due for class until tomorrow, he couldn’t focus in his own living quarters. Besides, he had access to the library here if he needed additional sources of information.

Zuruel’s first chapter of reading delved into the world of Chakra. From a young age, he always understood it as a mysterious force of energy he could call upon to create a plethora of effects. The most natural to him being fire and sonic-based abilities. However, where did Chakra come from? As he read on, he seemed to gain a better understanding. It seemed to be linked to the life force of an organism, not unlike soul energy.

Chakra seemed to have originated from a mysterious being that split its great power and shared it amongst the entire population of the planet. Whether that was done by force or good will, however, was difficult to say. The text book seemed to go into multiple different accounts and stories with varying conflicts and twists. It seemed no one could truly agree on the real origins behind Chakra.

OOC: Able Learner.

[Skulking Shinzu]

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2. Moving onto Chapter two, Zuruel squinted as his dual brains struggled to absorb all the information. Such an ability that was naturally available to him at such a young age appeared to be far more complex and intricate than he could ever imagine. Basic elemental abilities made sense after all. However, Lady’s display of Crystal Chakra was the first real hint that Chakra possessed boundless powers.

For a moment, not more than a year ago, Zuruel himself even awakened a new and unique form of Chakra within himself. Force Chakra. Although he never had a chance to truly test it out, it was the first time the window in his mind opened to reveal a whole world of possibilities. Proof of that, the book went on to talk about these unique forms of Chakra such as Paper and even Ice.

Paper release seemed quite interesting to the Kedoin. He loved to utilise explosive seals anyway, so they made quite a bit of sense. However, he shrugged his head at the thought later on with a grin as he continued reading and discovered the existence of Sand Jutsu. This seemed similar to one of Blight’s techniques. Apparently, it was a combination of Wind and Earth – two abilities he was quite familiar with.

OOC: Able Learner.

[Skulking Shinzu]

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3. As Zuruel absorbed all the new information, he leaned back with a glimmer in his eyes. An entire world of possibilities had just opened itself up to him. All this knowledge in Chakra lore was proving to be quite useful. With a little more knowledge, he wondered if he could even use the facts and information in this book to bolster his ability to identify Jutsu before they had even been cast.

Smiling, he moved onto Chapter three and continued reading. Immediately, the chapter started with information around Fire Jutsu. Being well versed in the element, he knew there were a hundred or so variations of different Fire Jutsu. However, what he hadn’t realised was that based on how the handseals for the Jutsu strung together in order, he could work out what was being cast.

Ending in a Dragon Seal, for example, seemed to almost always mean some sort of breath attack was about to be unleashed. Another seal, suggested bullets, projectiles or some sort of orb-shaped attack was about to be unleashed. Continuing reading, Zuruel discovered another seal which if a Fire Jutsu ended in, it would almost always lead to some sort of stream or pillar of fire being unleashed.

OOC: Able Learner.

[Skulking Shinzu]

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4. Zuruel continued reading the chapter. Although it was far lengthier and more repetitive than the ones prior to it, it was still interesting to the Kedoin. It revealed a lot about the inner workings of Chakra and Jutsu. Not only would all this information aid Zuruel in training any future Jutsu, but he knew it’d also help him instantly identify what type of techniques an opponent may be preparing to use.

Although all this predictive knowledge would heavily rely on visual cues, Zuruel still continued reading and absorbing all the information to expand his knowledge around the area. Split second decision making was the difference between life and death during battle. He was always a cautious individual that knew to stay away from danger. With this knowledge, he’d only be able to do that better.

After he had completely finished reading the third and fourth chapters, Zuruel leaned back in relief and sighed. He was beginning to feel the onset of a headache from all this reading. Knowing the value in stopping and resting, Zuruel closed his eyes for a few moments and thought back to everything he had learned so far. He knew it was important to go through all his mental notes to ensure they were memorised.

OOC: Able Learner.

[Skulking Shinzu]

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5. Once he had finished resting and memorised all of his mental notes, Zuruel continued flicking through the various pages of the book dedicated to Chakra lore. The biggest benefit to his two brains was the fact that he could process twice the information of a normal individual, while also being able to store twice the amount of information. Knowing all this, he smiled as he blitzed through the contents of the book.

Although the second brain only really existed for added security in case his head was ever destroyed – it was now proving quite useful. Zuruel was never a book worm. He preferred learning through more practical means. Not that he ever had a choice in the matter. Zuruel’s biggest issue growing up was that he never had a moment of peace to indulge in books and lore. Now, he could absorb all the information he wanted.

For instance, he was realising that Chakra wasn’t just limited to a single body. He was beginning to learn of the existence of techniques that could absorb Chakra from other beings and then store it for later use. He even learned about the ability to split his Chakra into another body and utilise that as a clone. He could do something similar with his homunculi clones, but they were limited to Non-Chakra abilities. The book seemed to go on about something else. Something far more interesting.

OOC: Able Learner.

[Skulking Shinzu]

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6. With only a final few chapters to go, Zuruel eagerly read on about Chakra Lore. Another new piece of information Zuruel learned about was the existence of pure Chakra techniques. The ability to create swords made of pure Chakra seemed to be one of the most common examples and linked to Non-Ninja samurai. Zuruel immediately remembered the Samurai clan as one of the warring forces that attempted to attack Mo hundreds of years ago.

More important than even that, however, was the existence of a unique barrier technique that seemed awfully similar to the one that Loki used before during an earlier spar. Reading about it, Zuruel swallowed. He realised there were different levels of strength among Tenkai users. Some barriers were stronger than others based on how much the user trained in it. Based on the intensity of the Chakra Loki’s emitted, Zuruel realised how easily she could have crushed him with it.

Reading onwards, the frown on Zuruel’s expression quickly shifted to a smile. He lacked knowledge before on all these foreign techniques, but now he knew better. Even with Tenkai, he had now just learned about its many flaws. Given an opportunity, Zuruel seemed confident that he could counter Loki’s technique in the future. This was valuable knowledge that he could keep in mind for later.

OOC: Able Learner.

[Starnaess]

learned