Hike to Snow [Trav]

[Natsy]

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[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style, bpx-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -moz-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -webkit-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; width: 450px; background: white;] Once we emerged from the large waterfall, the sunlight shone down upon the duo brightly. For a moment it obscured my vision and I was forced to shield my eyes, but eventually I grew used to it. The chilly breeze felt lovely against my hair, blowing it fiercely around my shoulders. I had worn my most warmest outfit. Navy colored jeans and a thick white colored turtle – neck sweeter. Over top, I wore a thick light blue denim jacket which was buttoned shut. My hair had been left down but I had a black beanie sitting loosely upon it. I felt hot in this particular environment, but I knew that that will change within a certain amount of time. I knew Axel would be nearby and the hike alone with him should be pleasant. I remembered him stating that he knew the Yukikage. This was good news to me since it would hopefully come in handy if we are somehow caught trying to enter the village. But with the Yukikage aware of our hike to the village, I presumed that his Ninja would be on the look out for us. But nevertheless, I decided to bring along my weapons just encase things don't go as planned. I had brought my butt bag with me, fully equipped with thirty Blood Clot Pills and ten Kunai. Not that much weaponry but I did have my jutsu and Axel to aide me. My black boots had a small two inch heel on them, raising me enough to reach five feet two in height. So despite I am only eleven years old, I do look like I'm in my early teens. I inhale deeply to try easing my nerves; I have never done this before, I am just glad that I am not alone. “Are you looking forward to meeting the Yukikage, Axel-san?” I ask my companion once we matched paces.

[Wolf of the Falls]

Axel stretched as he emerged from the waterfall the bright light making his eyes glimmer like the ocean while his pupil slit it in half through the ocean in a black void. His lungs brought in the smooth smell of falling water and wet foliage. Rey and Hime followed him out into the light stretching after getting out of the stuffy caves. He had his usual gear on complete with the long phantom like cloak.

As he listened to Rose he smiled at her and nodded to her. "Yeah it'll be good to see Ace again it was before the exams I saw him last."

[Natsy]

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[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style, bpx-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -moz-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -webkit-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; width: 450px; background: white;] Axel had finally made it to the meeting spot just outside the waterfall. The cascading beauty had long since disappeared into the distance but with the wolf and wolf pup along with the wolf – like man in view, it was now time to carry on. The heat was beginning to get to me as well but I wasn't looking to carry my coat while I hiked. My eyes searched the lush green grass and the hills, before settling upon Axel's face. “So tell me about this Ace. So you met him at the previous exams, what kind of person is he?” The soft padding of Hime paws against the grass seemed somewhat soothing to the ears. Rey also seemed to skip along the ground as he tried matching paces with the elder wolf. Something made me wonder if Hime was Rey's mother. But they didn't look similar, perhaps Rey looked more like Hime's mate? What kind of reaction would I receive from the Yukikage? I am hoping for a good one. Fighting the Yukikage in his or her own village is a little unnerving as no doubt they would be strongest in their environment, and cool places are not exactly my type of place. I sigh and run my hand over my face in agitation. The sun beating down upon me made the denim coat I wore cling to my skin. The wooly sweater felt damp against my neck and chest and I could feel my perspiration dripping down my back, but not once did I made any notion of it to Axel. But I did wonder if he felt the same. My navy jeans cling to my legs as well and the sneakers I wore made slight squeaking sounds. Was there a part of me that wasn't sweating?

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[kuragari]

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[Wolf of the Falls]

"He's a good guy he has a strong since of justice, kinda medieval but not unwarranted." Axel said as the 4 set off together towards the north-east. As the temperatures grew he quietly made a lawyer of frost over his skin to aid in his resistance. His gaze drifted to Rose catching the glints of sweat shining from her skin. He calmly made a small marble of ice and tossed it to her hoping the frozen orb would help sate her. "On the house."

[Natsy]

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[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style, bpx-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -moz-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -webkit-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; width: 450px; background: white;] So he was a type of guy who was picky about loyalty. My hand raised up to tug at the corner of my sweater at the thought of what he would do if he was betrayed. But as we ventured into another type of country, it was rather bushy and dark looking. But what pleased me was the fact that it was much cooler here. But when Axel continued to stare at me the way he was, I began to feel a little uncomfortable. “What is it? Is there something on me?” I ask, attempting to look over my shoulder to see if anything was on my back. Nothing seemed visible but when my attention went back to him, the Wolf – Man had tossed me a small marble of ice. I caught it awkwardly and tossed it back in between each hand as it slowly began to melt. Why had he given me a small chunk of ice? It did feel cool against the warm weather, but I didn't see the point in it. My eyes fell upon the small object and then moved back toward Axel before resting upon his two dogs. “Ah thanks?” I say, confusion clearly etched in my tone, but a smile surfaced nonetheless. As we ventured deeper into this country, the air began to grow more chilly so the need of the coat was becoming evident. The marble of ice Axel had handed to me earlier had served it's purpose for keeping me cool. If that was the small object's purpose. I casually dropped it in the grass and watched as it melted into the ground as Hime trotted over it. But as my gaze traveled upward to the scenery before me, I noticed that there was a large mountain drenched in snow ahead. The wind was definitely coming from there, but other than that the countryside was beginning to darken. I think we were now heading into Yuki no Kuni.. “So Axel-san, does the Yukikage like you?” I then ask, the curiosity returning again. What if the Yukikage didn't recognize Axel and his pack of doggies? I highly doubted that, I mean Axel was a tall guy with long red hair and a wolf – like appearance. I reckon anyone would never forget a face like that.. Would they?

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[Wolf of the Falls]

Axel made a copy of the ice sphere and popped it into his mouth grinning before letting his fang split the ice before sucking on the ice to keep his core temperature low. He thought she would've got it but he shrugged as they continued through the varying landscapes. He leaned forward while letting his arms drift back making sure the Rey and Hime continually brushed against his fingers making sure they were both at his side.

As the two came into view of huge snow capped peaks Axel slowly came to a stop pondering Rose's question. His core temp had started to rise again despite the air and he slipped his arms within his cloak in a few shifts of the red material he slipped his arms back out while securing his now removed shirt to his belt taking in the cool air happily before glancing back at Rose. "HM... I think he did, I didn't do anything to offend him and our moral compasses both point in the same direction. So I considered him a friend."

[kuragari]

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[Natsy]

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[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style, bpx-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -moz-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -webkit-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; width: 450px; background: white;] Seeing Axel create a small marble of ice like he had with me, and prop it into his mouth, I suddenly stop walking and stare behind me at the ice that I dropped into the grass before we passed into this country. So what was what it was used for. Eating. A bright red tint flooded both my cheeks as my gaze was lowered to the ground. “Oh..” Was all I said before I continued walking. Axel had moved along ahead of me due to my short pause, but I casually watched how he interacted with his two dogs. Hime had no problems meeting her master's awaiting hand, but Rey had jump a little to nudge Axel's other hand as they walked along the path. Snow was beginning to litter the area and the cool wind whipped around my body, lifting my hair and threatening to remove my beanie. How could anyone live in a country so cold? This place looked as if it barely saw sun let alone felt warmth. “And people wear Yukata Kimono in this place?!” My mother did say that complaining won't get me anywhere, but this place was not what I had expected. Did everyone within Yukigakure have pale faces? I'd be surprised if any tanned people lived here. The sky was grey and the area seemed to have a slight dull blue to it despite the snow and brown mountains. No greenery yet as far as I could see. But Axel had said that he had befriended the Yukikage while at the exams. This is comforting for me, perhaps I will let Axel stay here for a while if he wants to in the future. Well, that's if the Yukikage accepts my request for an alliance that is. “Good. He sound sensitive and responsible. I think we will get along great!” I say before quickening my pace to head toward the gates, or at least attempt to find them..

[Exit to Yuki no Kuni]

[Wolf of the Falls]

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[Natsy]

[Enter from Yuki no Kuni]

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[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style, bpx-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -moz-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -webkit-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; width: 450px; background: white;] Now that I have completed the water belt alliance, I was more than pleased to head home to share it with my comrades within Takigakure. I had been worried about meeting the Yukikage the entire trip here, and now that I have finally met him, he seemed a really nice gentleman as Axel had said. I will just need to really listen to him in the future so I could properly understand him. The success of this mission had pleased me visibly and if Axel had been watching me from behind, he would notice that a little skip was in my walk as I headed in the direction of the long hike home. There was another long hike before we reach Taki no Kuni, but with what news I currently had, the long walk was well worth it. “Well that went so well, I can't wait to get home to spread the news!” I say aloud and wraps the coat around my body tightly. I may be very happy, but I was still cold and not used to the weather. “What do you think, Axel-san? Are you happy with the result?” I ask my male companion, seeking his opinion on the matter while we created distance between Yukigakure and the open country ahead. Searching for the harbor leading out of Yuki no Kuni several boats were scattered around the edge of the country, each loading different types of things. I approach the nearest boat to me and smiled upon seeking out it's owner. “Ah, excuse me, sir. Are you heading toward Kaminari no Kuni by any chance?” I ask sweetly, slightly nervous when I noticed that I had been talking to myself during the small hike to the harbor. Axel had not been with me and was probably tracking me as I consulted with this man. The captian regarded me with cool eyes but nodded without speaking. “May my companion, once he gets here, and I be able to catch a swift ride with you please? I won't be a bother.” I say with a clam tone. Although I felt alone and intimidated, I did hold my ground and kept my head raised. “Sure, hop on.” The captain said, pointing toward his boat. I bow and head onto the vessel, hoping that Axel would soon appear and join me.

[/b] Sorry Wolfy, but I need to get back to the village, you will need to find your own way home dear.. Staff please move this thread to Kaminari no Kuni. Thank you.
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[Beltran]

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[Natsy]

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[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style, bpx-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -moz-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -webkit-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; width: 450px; background: white;] The voyage to Kaminari no Kuni seemed a somewhat quick and painless one. No-one had spoken to me at all, and I had positioned myself directly at the bow of the boat, glancing out ahead at the ocean that we sailed upon. The weather appeared to be cool and calm, the waters were flat, providing little bumps as we sailed peacefully through the water. The Captain said little to his passengers during the voyage which seemed fine with me, however once the mountains of Kaminari no Kuni came into view, I stood from my seated position and watched as the country side grew larger. I turn toward the Captain of the boat and gave him a wide, polite smile. “Here we are," the Captain said firmly as I approached the area were the cargo was about to be unloaded from. I give the man a brief, yet low bow and exits the boat. I had not told him of my status, nor will I tell anyone within this country. I am alone and unprotected, and do not want to attract attention if I can help it. “Thank you very much, sir! Have a good day!” I say before heading off toward the inner country on foot. But as I continued to walk, a large sign appeared not too far from a dirt path that appeared to have been well used by travelers. The sign stated the areas of direction and I was aware of a smaller sign stating Taki no Kuni in what looked like west from this position. I frown slightly, wishing that I had a compass and searched for a country that was closer to Takigakure. Shimo no Kuni appeared to be the most closest country on the post so I decided to head west in that direction. My pace was once a walk, but soon became a steady run. The distance said something about ten kilometers. I sigh as my feet plummet the earth below, but I had to get home for my village.. Move to Shimo no Kuni please

[👺 Usiel]

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[Natsy]

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[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style, bpx-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -moz-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -webkit-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; width: 450px; background: white;] As the climate began to change drastically, I didn't think to stop running because I wanted out of this country as soon as possible. My denim coat swayed and bobbed at my swift movements. My boots crushing the hard ground beneath me. This didn't seem too bad a country, but at least it wasn't as cold as Yukigakure. The sign post wasn't too far from my line of sight either, so I turned in that direction and approached it only to find that my next destination was still straight ahead to what sounded like a hot climate. Something warm for a change, good! While I made haste for Yu no Kuni, I glanced around me to see if anyone or animal was nearby. I was in no mood for an encounter, but it didn't mean that the odds will swing in my favor. The brisk jog seemed nice compared to the weather changing every so often. The moisture in the air seemed familiar since Takigakure was a place covered in water and moisture. I didn't mind this certain country at all actually, the climate was warm yet damp and the smell of hot water was comforting. I believed I had reached Yu no Kuni, or was it just the climate changing? Move to Yu no Kuni Please.

[👺 Usiel]

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[Natsy]

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[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style, bpx-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -moz-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -webkit-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; width: 450px; background: white;] My sense of direction wasn't always as bright as I thought it was. This country was very murky and wet, and it was very hot as well. I remove my denim jacket and folds it over my right arm while the hot air soaked into my white colored turtle – neck sweater. My chest sunk in as I inhaled deeply and exhaled, relaxing my posture. My navy jeans were clinging to my skin and suddenly felt very tight. I just wanted to be home; the sudden joy of gaining an ally fading as isolation crept in. I had stopped running by now and was cautiously walking along the dirt path. The hot breeze created a fine sheet of sweat along all exposed skin and my hair stuck to my back and neck as some of it was hidden beneath the sweater I wore. A large post with five signs poking in certain directions suddenly loomed into view, something that I was searching for all this time. I take in a deep breath and heads toward it hastily. The direction where I wanted to do into was south west from my current position before heading north west to my home. Not too long now and I will be in my proper environment. The hike south west would take me into the largest country in the entire Ninja word: Hi no Kuni. It was the home of Konohagakure where the Hokage was a male who was a descendant from someone important from Kumogakure. Both villages that I am unfamiliar with, I don't know who the Raikage is, nor have I heard of him, but the Hokage; him I've heard of. Rumors muttered around Tsuki no Kuni stated that he was allied with the giant winged snakes whom roam the lands around Hi no Kuni, a summoning species that I wouldn't mind meeting to be honest. A small smile curves the side of my small mouth as I head into the direction with haste. I don't want to run into any Shinobi from the country because I have no time for encounters or chats. My main priority was to get home to my village and to share the good news with my fellow Ninja. Knowing that I have completed the Water Belt Alliance as the previous Takikage's before me have each failed to do, has left me with a great sense of pride. Rosalie Salt the Godaime Takikage of Takigakure will be a name to remember. Move to Hi no Kuni Please.

[👺 Usiel]

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[Natsy]

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[atrb=border,0,true][atrb=style, bpx-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -moz-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; -webkit-box-shadow: 0px 0px 5px #ffffff; width: 450px; background: white;] One must agree that Hi no Kuni was a very beautiful sight. The lush green grass and the bright green trees. The blue sky, brown branches and trunks and the greenery of the leaves and the bushes all blended in beautifully. For a moment, I believed that Hi no Kuni's environment looked more beautiful than Taki no Kuni. The air smelled like pine here as it did in country. My home land, Tsuki no Kuni was a bit more drier in smells but nonetheless beautiful. The climate here was more drier too compared to Yu no Kuni. The air was fresh and carried a strong pine smell and the trees towering over me provided shade from the piercing sun. Yet a place I will definitely visit when I have spare time. My pace slows to a stop as a thought suddenly surfaced. Maybe the Hokage will allow me to visit his village some time. Although I have no clue where the gates were, I casually walk along a dirt path that had soon separated to a number of directions where a large sign was positioned in the dead center of the interceptions. I glance toward the sign which had Taki no Kuni imprinted upon it's wooden surface, scarred with the weather and with age. Taki no Kuni was north west from here, but I was unsure of how long a distance it was. Frowning slightly, I decide to walk in that direction, clutching my folded over coat to my chest as both my arms are folded, wrapping around my small body. The gesture provides me comfort and warmth despite I am naturally warm at the moment. A small smile curves around the sides of my mouth as home is just another few kilometers ahead. Move to Taki no Kuni Please.

[Natsy]

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