Attack of the Automations - Abandoned House

[Natsy]

After a brief hike toward the Mechanist's hideout, it would seem as if all sound surrounding the village would be cut off. What appeared to be an almost transparent dome, standing at least thrity meters high and thirty meters wide would completely encase the house. The slight glimmer of the sun would be the only thing manifesting the dome's presence. However, venturing too close to this dome is not advised until the AnBU let it down. Reasons for this is because contact with the dome will result in severe burning to the skin.

The house stood upon a somewhat bumpy hill, hidden partially by the overgrown grass. It is clearly evident that the lands located behind the Takikage Tower have long since been untouched and therefore, overgrowth has reclaimed the land. This section would stretch out to as far as the eye can see, and appears to end toward the giant tree towering over Takigakure no Sato. The large field is completely covered by a mop of grass standing at least two meters tall but the section surrounding the house has recently been trimmed to allow access to the building.

The building itself is a two story building, with the windows on the ground floor boarded up to prevent prying eyes. The windows located on the top floor have been partially broken and appear to have movement from the inside, this may indicate that a small number of guards are keeping watch of the lands surrounding the house. Although the number is impossible to count, the house appears completely vulnerable from the back as all the windows have been boarded up and the grass has covercome most of the back section of the house.

However, if intruders were to attempt at entering from behind the buiding, this can be done. The only approach to the building is through the sights of the guards partolling from the top floor, so should you try attempting access to the back, the best way to access that area would be via distraction. Although no Automatons are in view, it does not mean that they are around..

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• Name: The Mechanist
  Rank: A
  Specialties:
  
  • Phantasm Perception
    
  • Pattern Perception
    
  • Glamour Perception
    
  • Santoryu
  
  
• Weaponry:
  • Katana x3
    
  • Fragmentation Grenades x10
    
  • Goo Grenades x5
    
  • Stun Grenades x6

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• Name: Automation x14
  Rank: Unknown
  Specialties:
  
  • Raiton no Jutsu
    
  • Katon no Jutsu
    
  • Buredono Kenseijin
  
  
• Weaponry:
  • Long sword x1
    
  • Goo Grenade x3
    
  • Stun Grenade x3

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OOC: A PM has been sent to all participants.

The Mechanist

• Invisibility
  Rank: "C" Rank
  Skill: GenJutsu
  Effect: The creature or object touched becomes invisible, vanishing from sight, even from dark vision.
  Special: "Handseals"
  Drawback: The Jutsu ends if the subject attacks any creature. If the user who performs the technique attacks, the invisibility sphere ends.
  Description: The creature or object touched becomes invisible, vanishing from sight, even from dark vision. If the recipient is a creature carrying gear, that vanishes, too. If the user casts the jutsu on someone else, neither you nor your allies can see the subject, unless those are capable of seeing through GenJutsus. Items dropped or put down by an invisible creature become visible; items picked up disappear if tucked into the clothing or pouches worn by the creature. Light, however, never becomes invisible, although a source of light can become so (thus, the effect is that of a light with no visible source). Any part of an item that the subject carries but that extends more than 10 feet from it becomes visible. Of course, the subject is not silenced, and certain other conditions can render the recipient detectable (such as stepping in a puddle). Actions directed at unattended objects do not break the Jutsu. Causing harm indirectly is not an attack. Thus, an invisible being can open doors, talk, eat, climb stairs, summon monsters and have them attack, cut the ropes holding a rope bridge while enemies are on the bridge, remotely trigger traps, open a portcullis to release attack dogs, and so forth.
  Limit: Must know Glamour Perception of GenJutsus, Must know Limited Invisibility.
  
  Invisibility Sphere
  Rank: "C" "B" Rank
  Skill: GenJutsu
  Effect: A technique that confers invisibility upon all creatures within the distance of ten meters
  Special: "Handseals"
  Drawback: Affected creatures (other than the recipient) that attack negate the invisibility only for themselves. The Jutsu ends if the subject attacks any creature. If the user who performs the technique attacks, the invisibility sphere ends. When the user learns the "B" Rank version then those who are affected stays invisible, or if they attack an opponent. However, no matter what if the user who performs this technique attacks will always have the Jutsu ended when they attack.
  Description: A technique that has a distance of that of ten meters from the user or who the user touches. The center of the effect is mobile with the recipient. The creature or object included becomes invisible, vanishing from sight, even from dark vision. If the recipient is a creature carrying gear, that vanishes, too. Those affected by this Jutsu can see each other and themselves as if unaffected by the Jutsu. Any affected creature moving out of the area becomes visible, but creatures moving into the area after the Jutsu are cast do not become invisible. Items dropped or put down by an invisible creature become visible; items picked up disappear if tucked into the clothing or pouches worn by the creature. Light, however, never becomes invisible, although a source of light can become so (thus, the effect is that of a light with no visible source). Of course, the subject is not silenced, and certain other conditions can render the recipient detectable (such as stepping in a puddle). Actions directed at unattended objects do not break the Jutsu. Causing harm indirectly is not an attack. Thus, an invisible being can open doors, talk, eat, climb stairs, summon monsters and have them attack, cut the ropes holding a rope bridge while enemies are on the bridge, remotely trigger traps, open a portcullis to release attack dogs, and so forth.
  Limit: Must know Glamour Perception of GenJutsus, Must know Invisibility

The Automaton(s)

• Nothing used.

14|14 Automatons remaining

[Wolf of the Falls]

(OOC: Well since no one else wants to, first post is mine)

Axel leaned back against Hime petting her lightly watching the AnBu as they gathered around the building and were attempting to bring down the force field. The wolf hadn't changed his clothes due to the urgency of the matter and now stood in his black jeans, boots, and the crimson cloak that wrapped around his frame. his body still smelled of fire and smoke as his hair and skin were blackened as well. His clothes being black didn't show the burns that much aside from the new hole in his knee.

With Hime at his side Axel was fully stocked and ready for the battle. Red Queen, Shirayuki, Kyuushi, and Benehime all strapped across his back or hips were ready for blood at their first shot to taste it while his dual chakrams sat on his hips as well, all hidden under the crimson cloak, aside from Red Queen's lavish handle poking out over Axel's shoulder. Secondly he patted his butt bag making sure that he was accounted for: Two Trench Knives, Ten Tremor Stones, Four Shuriken and Fifteen Hira-Shuriken.

With a small sigh he looked towards the clouds as he fell into his reverie thinking of how quickly he recovered on the way to this place. He felt better stronger as his health had come back thanks to that AnBu's healing ability, His thoughts went back to the masked violet-ette, of her light touch and the finesse of her fingers as h er burns were healed. However his nose broke his reverie as Hime whined low and quiet, the two wolves could smell the machines around the area and an unknown scent that came from within the building. Having taken in the information from the AnBu and looked at the area a little himself Axel saw the best way to enter would be from the back only thing would be the distraction...

With a gentle pat on the giant wolf's muzzle she calmed as Axel looked toward the village, he expected his other group to arrive soon enough. Though his features wouldn't betray it his mind kept inching back to worry about his kage...

[Satu Akira]

[Before Arrival To Dome]
Satu proceeded towards the direction the female AnBU had mentioned, with the grass shinobi following shortly behind. Continuing his approach he considered the situation, rather than feel sorry for the village’s situation he thought of something that may turn things towards the better in the end. Without any physical indication Satu performed a maneuver, capable only to shinobi. He darted off to his right, almost instantaneously as if he had no forward moment to begin with. Jumping in the direction he’d dart he’d land upon the roof of a tea shop. “Not far at all…” he murmured to himself as he surveyed his home from a distance. “Still intact… Good.” Darting off in the direction of his home, he would grab a shield he had custom made, not too long ago. It was his opportunity to truly test its usage after all, it was a concept he thought up in his previous shinobi missions. After all the dodging and blocking, what would be the most effective counter he thought and the conclusion he came up with was a shield with a built in blade mode. Hastily he entered his home to retrieve it, red, yellow, and orange in its glory. Albeit the design was a work of Satu and he wasn’t the artistic type, it was his shield none-the-less.

Before he’d go, he’d check himself in the mirror of his bedroom, removing any dirt from earlier in his battle against the initial assault. His eyes of a mixed lavender skimmed across his body, to adorn his slightly pale complexion. He’d always thought of his skin as less than appealing and rather than tan, he liked to follow the theme of his pride, his hair. Made of a silky red texture, it’d always grown in a way that was a little crazy and Satu was perfectly fine with that, it was unique to him. During the days of being a Chuunin he was constantly bagged on for his red vest, it was not traditional to the village, but Satu didn’t care, as it soon became something he was known for. Everything Satu had worn was original to himself, although not exactly appealing at times, it held some value of originality, which he cherished. Reaching into his back pouch of a light tan hue he checked his equipment “5 Mines, check. 6 Handless-Kunai, check. 2 Double-bladed Kunai, check. Fake explosive tags, check. 2 Sting Grenades, check, 1 smoke grenade, check, Explosive tags check. Yep, everything here….” he said to himself checking that his world map was still in his possession as well. All this would occur in a minute’s worth of time before exiting and heading towards the direction of the Mehcanist’s home.

[The shield has a rotating disk on the back-side that rotated when the handle with grasped and a motion of a swing is done. By default the shield is to return to a normal shield, if the grip is grasped and the shield swung like a blade, it becomes an arm blade of sorts, capable of cutting/blocking.]

[At the Dome]

Five minutes had passed since Satu had entered his home and retrieved shield and checked his gear. Making it just beyond the Takikage’s tower he’d see the overgrown landscape and look in bewilderment of the area, it was somewhere he didn’t go often and to think an area would be so undisturbed, so close to the tower was a bit odd as well. Peering off into the distance he’d see what looked to be that of a barrier encasing a building where the AnBU agent claimed the mechanist to be. “Is he keeping us out? Or are we keeping him in?” Not fully grasping the situation, Satu would put his chakra sensing skill to use once more and scope out the area. Many chakra signatures were scattered about the area, indicated that shinobi forces were gathering and amongst those forces he’d sense his team member Axel not too far away with animals as well. It has been so long, hopefully this won’t be awkward? he said to himself approaching Axel. Reaching the line of sight, Satu would shout from a distance “Hey! Axel!” He’d wave slightly awaiting a response, now 20 meters away.

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Passive: Chakra Sensing Activated
Still Chakra bug on grass shinobi
Also, the shield is 40 inches in height. In blade mode goes as high as his elbow and low enough to touch the ground if his arms are at his side. The width of the shield is about an inch wider than his shoulder width.

[Aiji]

ENTER!

I simply continued to follow the path toward the Kage tower from my last location. The past "Takikage" had been too stubborn to listen and had took off ahead. I could only wonder if he was already there. Having just been in battle, I began checking what items I had left. Opening my first butt-bag, I would see the metallic plates and exploding tags that I had been constantly using. I had 43 plates and 48 tags; plenty. As I moved to the other butt-bag, I patted it to make sure that my four smoke grenades, two ice crystals, and two hikari were there and accounted for. The pockets on my tactical vest were riddled with items as well. In one pocket I had my 6 blood clot pills and in another I had 6 soldier pills. My ear plugs hung around my neck ready to be placed in whenever I needed them to. My goggles and my gas mask were both in other compartments, easily accessed in case of need. My rope loader, that sat on my side, held my 105ft of rope neatly. The gloves of my old teacher were currently on my hand as well as the shield from my clan. My Ryūjin Jakka was clipped to my waste, and under that was my wakizashi.

I still had plenty of equipment to use, and I had some things I would probably end up selling after this, if Taki's shop was still open. As I neared the point of interest, I'd see the red headed ninja with his wolf companions, and another shouting out toward him. They seemed to both know each other. I simply continued walking until I was five meters from the red-head.

"I see you decided to come anyway. Well, good luck out here. I'll be there to help, still."

The man was passionate, at least. The purple haired female seemed to do a good job, because the redhead didn't really seem injured at the least. For now I stood there waiting for these "AnBu" that the female had mentioned to allow us entrance to the next part of our battle.

[Baek]

[Enter]

Soon what had once been magnificent design gave way to the dominance of nature. Blades of grass standing up to his waist slowed his advance, but more importantly Baek took notice of several teams of ANBU shinobi working hard against some unseen force. Slowing to a slight jog before stopping completely he warily examined the landscape.

A run-down house leaning beneath the weight of age dominated the area’s attention. Green ran up its sides as well, but there was nothing natural about it. Something about the way the air ran coldly against Baek’s skin made the hairs on his neck stand up. Searching for the source of his discomfort he continued walking cautiously, trying to draw no one’s attention as he noted the design of both the front and back entrances. Entering through the front door would be a fool’s errand. The back would appear the obvious choice, but even then…with only two entrances to defend it wouldn’t really matter which opening you chose; the enemy will know where you’re coming from. His eyes narrowed in thought he stopped when he saw what must have been someone from the other groups the ANBU medic had been speaking about.

For a moment Baek felt repulsed by the garish crimson cloak the man dawned, but his initial assessment gave way to awe as he caught sight of an intricately designed sword handle jutting out for all to see. Unable to quell his interest, Baek drew closer as if the beauty of the weapon called to him—at least until the smell of dog filled his nose unpleasantly, immediately snapping him out of his trance. He now stood 5 meters away from the cloaked fellow as well the small pack that surrounded him. Before anything could be said one of them whined and the man reached down with a calming hand to placate the creature’s anxiety.

In the face of the fellow’s opulent weaponry Baek felt ill-prepared. At his waist was a single katana while his cloak hid away 150 hira-shuriken, 45 marbles, 2 frag grenades, 4 smoke grenades, and 1 stun grenade. His butt bag remained empty of items and it was this emptiness that worried him the most. Trouble usually followed the ill-prepared.

In short, his supply of tools was limited and though he shouldn’t have, shame flushed his cheeks as he decided to draw up post about 3 meters to the slightly feminine looking dog man’s right side. Casting a sidelong glance Baek was startled by just how much resemblance there was between the man and the canines that he trained. Had they been acquaintances he might have pressed the matter further, but instead he simply stood in somber silence as in the distance a dome quivered in and out of existence as the masked tactical units of the Hidden Waterfall worked tirelessly against its mysterious existence. In the waiting Baek’s eyes clouded over and the tranquil nature of his sheathed blade slowly eased the turbulent flow of his thoughts. Once he released a single exhale into the world he felt his body empty of the unnecessary worries that had been burdening him since he’d first spotted this ominous house.

Looking coolly out over the horizon he was keenly aware of the spatial presence of those around him, his instincts impressing upon him the readiness to move should the need arise. It was not a matter of mistrust—he was simply prepared to react to every slight change in the stimulus he could perceive.

More machines, no doubt, he thought as a shadow moved behind a pulled down window curtain. He felt certain that they would find more of the horrid death tools lurking around the area, but it seemed that everything had been secured outside of the house which meant all the mechanical menaces lay waiting within the house. Along with their master…

Though it should not have, thinking of the Mechanist who had begun this unreasonable conquest for power made him feel angry and at the same time exhilarated with the man’s actions.

Since birth Baek was taught of loyalty and duty owed to the home into which one was born, yet here was a man who had forsook those bonds for a greater cause. Whether those reasons were selfish or noble mattered little in Baek’s eyes—he was simply enamored with the notion that there could be a greater reason to exist beyond simply obeying the ties created at birth. He would still kill the Mechanist if given the chance, there was no question of that, but as his left hand unconsciously brushed the hilt of his katana he couldn’t help wondering what sort of man could find himself so completely moved by passion that he would turn against all that he knew and loved since entering this world.

As others arrived to the seen Baek remained silent, quietly making mental notes of each new arrival—the red-haired troublemaker from earlier entered with the self-entitled air of authority that Baek had come to expect from him. Another fellow added to the gathered forces, this one seeming more restrained in his mannerism, but Baek still grouped him with the others. Who else except Takigakure ninja had made their way this far out into the world? With the way that foreigners were treated within the village Baek didn’t expect to meet many outlanders lending aid.

Calmly he stood, his position slightly offset 5 meters right of the beast man and his pups though he tried to keep a watchful eye on all of them. Even so his thoughts were occupied with what awaited them within the confines of the house. A distinct worry niggled at the back of his mind, pressing against the iron swordsman’s resolve he had developed in the Void. Despite all these ninja gathered he still felt as if they were all vastly ignorant about the enemy’s true strength. His lips set in a hard line, Baek waited for the beginning of the final assault. Wind howling in his ears he wrinkled his nose at the odor that wafted by. Must have come from the village, was his last fleeting thought on it.

The day was still young and yet it reeked with the stench of death.

[Wolf of the Falls]

(OOC: I only have Hime)

Axel heard and smelled the newcomer before he saw him, as he entered his eyes stayed on him though not moving to show his knowledge of him. His gaze laid on the newcomer through his crimson locks as he came to stand just next to him making Hime whine softly but he stroked her head gently. With a faint whistle he called Hime to his side before turning back to the white haired nin. "Can i help you shorty?"

As the words left his mouth a gust of wind blew up his cloak revealing his assortment of weapons, Kyuushi along his right hip, Shirayuki on his left, Benehime across the back and revealing the massive blade of the Red Queen along his back. Though before he could respond Axel's ears caught the familiar voice of his sensei.

Akira.

His gaze shifted in the same instant that Hime howled before taking off and curling around Akira's legs affectionately as Axel jogged over to him with a grin and a raised fist. "It's been forever how've you been."

Though Axel was aware that it wasn't anything that could be helped at this time. So he figured he might as well catch up with his old teacher. However the elation was short lived as his partner from the previous onslaught had shown up, though he decided to be good sport and ignore the side-long comment.

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[Natsy]

As the gentlemen and single canine arrived on the scene, a total of five AnBU were present within the area. Four AnBU at the four corners of the dome while the fifth obviously free to provide instructions and information. The sun was passing behind a large black cloud by now, casting a dark shadow across the village, aided by the tree, concealing the house and part of the Tower in complete darkness. Several lights surrounding the Tower's back section had been turned on, the powerful light brightening the overgrown land.

What shadows remained in the area in front of the house had been chased away by the light, so hiding would become impossible now. The free AnBU had approached the group, standing four feet away from Baek's left. A Dragon's mask covered his features while his body appeared extremely muscled, indicating that he was from the Kamyuja Clan. The dark green vest he wore looked as if it would rip due to how powerfully build the man appeared, but his black trousers had not shown any muscles located in the legs due to them being so baggy in appearance.

A sword much like the Frog AnBU's was strapped to the Dragon's back and his waist was littered with butt-bags, obviously filled with weapons of all sorts. “So it is just you four. I must be honest and say that I was expecting much more. I cannot believe how short of men we are.” Evident disapproval was within the AnBU's tone as he spoke to the four men in the area. Each gentleman was thoroughly inspected, but this AnBU wondered if these four plus the dog was enough.

The surrounding AnBU holding up the dome each glanced toward the Dragon, awaiting orders. But before the Dragon made motions to speak, another large puff of smoke would fill the area, expelling the AnBU Frog which had assisted all four gentlemen before they had made their way here, had appeared, saluting her superior with a stern posture and a nervous glance toward the house infested with automatons and a single human being. “Everyone is here, the villagers are all safe in the safe house. I have given each male the information they require about the enemy. We are ready for further orders, sir!”

But at the question issued by the village's only Jounin, the Dragon would shift his gaze away from the Frog, unseen eyes falling upon the four gentlemen. “The dome was to keep people out, and them in. It is held up by the four AnBU within the area. Once we take the dome down, you four are to go into the house, slay the robots and if possible, bring the Mechanist to me. If an issue occurs, and he becomes hostile, then he is to be terminated and his body brought back to me. Understood?”

The swift order was directed toward to the four men in the group. Despite one was the second highest ranking officer within the village aside the Takikage, even Jounin are to follow the orders given by an Dragon AnBU. “Our Takikage is somewhere within that building, and our top priority is to bring her back safely. And once you enter the dome, it will be reapplied to prevent any attempts of escape. Should you choose to back out of this, now is the time to speak."

The Dragon AnBU watched the four men carefully, as if analyzing for any flaws. He was also aware that Satu had sensor abilities, and would look in his direction for a long time. Satu would find that all the chakra signatures within the building were all the same except for a slightly dimmer signature which was located at the far corner on the top right hand side of the building.

He would also detect that the nearest chakra signature closest to the Takikage was a lot brighter than the fourteen others, indicating that that was the Mechanist. He was standing approximately seven meters away from the Takikage, perhaps within another room. The fourteen other signatures were scattered around the area. Seven located within the building, and the remaining seven outside of the building, yet unseen.

"Good work. You are to assist the group and serve them as their medic. You may not assist them in battle unless given no other choice.”

[/color] The Dragon said sternly to the Frog as she turned to stand beside Aiji. “Any questions before we let the dome down?” If no questions were asked, the Dragon would raise his hand and issue one command for the dome to be removed so the five may gain entrance into the land.
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[Wolf of the Falls]

The reunion would have to wait he thought as he winced faintly at the massive light that had speared through the area originating from the takigakure tower. briefly, ever so briefly did Axel consider throwing a kunai at it to turn the light back off but he simply sighed and gazed back at the building. A single ripped man that reminded him for Marcellus came toward them with a Dragon's mask. Great more orders...

His first words even spoke set Axel on edge as a ripple of a growl escaped his throat before quelling it. However after he had spoken a large poof of smoke appeared next to the Dragon and Axel's hand reached to grab the handle of Red Queen but stopped as he saw the violette from earlier. The one that had saved his life....

She informed the Dragon of the state of things at the moment and that we all had been briefed on the situation. The man then told us the dome was for quarantine reasons and that they wanted the mechanist alive if possible, the body if not. He then explained that Rosa was in the side the building as well and the ward would be raised again once the four of us had entered. and lastly asked if they were going to back out now was the time.

Up to this point Axel's gaze had been locked on the AnBu, his wolfly accurate eyes scanning her over but as soon as the man asked if he would back out his gaze snapped back to him, becoming slitted and feral. This time and audible growl left his throat, a show of his drive and determination as well as the rage at the implication that he would leave his successor to die. Quelling the rumbled growl was a more difficult task this time around but it was quickly under control.

The Dragon then turned his gaze back to the Frog and told her she would be our medic for the mission. Axel found a little elation in that as his gaze flickered back to the woman. He drew his eyes away as they went his teacher and he simply offered a trademark Inuzuka grin, fangs included. "Well Ready partner?"

[Satu Akira]

“Know thy enemy.”
Standing beside Axel, Satu would recognize the grass shinobi as being there before turning his sights back towards Axel. It was a moment that seemed almost cinematic as Satu slowed to a walking pace. His eye-lids grew close in brief disbelief in what he was seeing. Both Axel and Hime noticed him instantly, and at the turn of the cloak Satu thought to himself He has really grown and changed… a proud smile swept across his face, he was relieved to see his student alive and well, although he’d never admit it, he felt extremely bad for missing out on his student’s growth. “It has been forever, how have you been?” Those were the words that called towards him, the first thing Axel asks about is Satu himself and with a prideful smile upon his face he’d say “Too much for you to swallow in a day, how about yourself?” He continued to approach as he made his rebuttal, grasping upon his shield’s handle and returning it to its’ natural shield form. Hime would cuddle at his feet to which he responded by patting her on the head with his right hand and seeing Axel coming in for a fist pump he’d meet it with his own. Planting his shield in the grass below, he’d leave it to stand at his side, and in a brotherly fashion he’d place his arm across Axel’s back neck bringing him in tight to whisper “Watch that grass shinobi carefully…” However he did it in such a way, most would think he was gossiping as he maintained his comical grin. Lowering his right arm from the shoulder of Axel he’d take a look at the other person, tabulating chakra signatures. “What an odd group,” said Satu in a low that would sound like mumbling to anyone else.

Closer to the scene, Satu could view the people occupying the barrier, it was formed by the village AnBU, and the once shinobi available approached and spoke about the look of the group and with a light grin Satu said “No. This is perfect for this kind of operation…” Eyebrows rose of the head of Satu as he held in a snicker, it was obvious from the sheer size, the AnBu agent was muscular. It was childish in a sense, but Satu always had pictured bulkiness as a hindrance and ugly to add. Out of nowhere a puff of smoke would appear the earlier shinobi that aided the grass shinobi. When the AnBU agent began to talk about the priorities of the mission, Satu seemed to zone out, he had his own intentions for the mission and nothing was going to stop him from achieving it, if he could use the shinobi with him to accomplish that, even better. Focusing his chakra sensing skills he would sense the seven chakra signatures, outside and the same chakra signatures within the house well, however there were only seven that were the same. The two remaining ones were of a large one and a very small one and thinking the difference briefly Satu had determined, that must be the kage. Afterall, she’d have likely put up a fight and had been weakened. The briefing would end with a question that would catch Satu’s attention once more “I have two. Do you have a profile on the mechanist? Also, I need to know the general abilities of everyone, if you have any special skills, speak up now.” Satu would say this, assuming he was to take charge of the group, his eyes looking towards everyone’s direction, as his hands remained at his side, his shield still 1/4 in the ground. His chakra sensing deactivating for the moment.

[Baek]

Small talk aside, Baek neither indulged nor interacted much with anyone. His self-imposed solitude making him thoughtful as he watched serenely while the Takigakure ANBU worked hard against the nearly transparent dome. Something about watching their quiet peace in working with others of the same village twisted his heart as he thought about his own home—how twisted and divided Kusagakure stood when compared to the other villages. Silently he vowed to change things once he returned home.

Breaking the restful calm was the appearance of a large man. His voice was gruff and his temperament always seemed on the edge of rageas he spoke—especially when his words addressed the quantity of dependable aid the village was able to lend. For some reason Baek responded to this man more than the others for he could feel the burden of command weighing heavily on each word, sense the conflicted shame that came with knowing that more should have been done to ensure the well-being of the village leader. Not long after instruction was given the purple haired medic appeared with a dramatic puff of smoke. Her assignment to the team seemed to have been something she expected and the large brute of a man who meted out information accordingly was quickly placed higher in the hierarchical mental structure of Takigakure’s ANBU forces for wisely instructing her to do so.

When the briefing ended and there was an open forum for questions Baek was hardly surprised when the red haired Jounin piped up, “I have two. Do you have a profile on the mechanist? Also, I need to know the general abilities of everyone, if you have any special skills, speak up now.”

Although remaining facially expressionless, Baek felt his dislike for this man’s attitude growing. Responding to the query with silence he spared a glance towards the dog man. Throughout the briefing the fellow had been…aggressive if one was to mildly place a description of that sort of behavior. Rather than a dog, it seemed he took more after the more volatile wolf persona when it came to battle. At the very least Baek knew they had a reliable supply of brute strength by way of the dog and its master. That coupled with the arcane use of bugs that the hot-head displayed earlier would provide a quantifiable amount of talent to at least draw the Mechanist out. Taking him down would be another matter entirely, but Baek quieted his mind to such thoughts. Instead he allowed his sights to roll towards the somber looking stranger who had shared a brief acknowledgement with the beast man earlier.

In a way he seemed different from the rest. Far more reserved for one thing, but moreso there was the sense that this man was not ‘with’ everyone else here. And…it must have been the glare from the lights surrounding the place, but it seemed as if there was a sullen red glow about this stranger’s skin. I wonder what sort of powers he must possess to have made it this far. Keeping an eye on him would be wise, Baek decided.

Looking back towards the house in all its uncertain darkness he felt the will to fight stir in him again. He owed the woman and those children a great sacrifice of the enemies’ blood and if he failed in that his own blood would have to suffice. Clenching his fists, he paid no heed to the veins that leapt from beneath his skin betraying the true nature of his physical composition despite his childish stature; he was a swordsman through and through. His ninjutsu was something to be feared certainly, but he took no pride in the secret killing methods that many ninja used to fight…duty demanded he hold himself to a higher standard.

Gray hair ruffled about his head, his eyes became hard as stone as he prepared himself in body and mind for the order that give him right to unleash the pent up savagery of his sword and his heart. After this, he would return to Kusagakure a stronger man.

[Wolf of the Falls]

Axel's mind flickered back to Akira's words earlier about the white haired boy. which made his eyes flicker to him in curiosity. To Axel it just seemed like he had a MAJOR stick up his ass but he shrugged it off and waited until Akira had asked about their abilities and since the whitey. didn't feel like it Axel would step forward to show his skills. "I am a descendant of the Kaishin bloodline and have prowess as such as well as the Inuzuka clan."

With a soft pat of his wolves flank he held out his hand for all to see then condensed the water in the air to six marbles of ice which he then tossed to each of the five surrounding members before promptly tossing the last into his mouth and started chewing the ice. "I am also a master in fire-style ninjutsu as ironic as that is next thing you know I'll get a cat to go with it. and lastly I am a skilled collector of blades."

At that moment the wolf-man of takigakure undid his cloak letting it fall to the ground revealing his blackened torso as well as his arsenal. First he took Red Queen by her grand handle and planted the blade in the ground before revving the handle making the grass and ground scorch as flames roared out. Next he took hold of Shirayuki proceeding to plant her hilt into the ground before jerking the blade up and forcing the water out of it and froze it into a lengthened ice blade. Third he took Benihime from her sheathe and drew the blade along the back of his left hand hissing soft in pleasure as blood dripped from his hand but before the first drop hit the ground, it raised back to his hand, and with the rest of his blood flowed along the blade to the hilt and finally to the pommel where it coalesced into a solid bead of blood. After he slipped the third blade into the ground he took hold of Kyuushi by the sheathe and planted by its sheathe behind the other three blades.

"These blades are my third treasure behind my pack and my comrades, Red Queen, the mistress of flames, Shirayuki, the Kaishin priestess of snow, Benihime, the blood countess, and Kyuushi, my special little temperamental girl." Holding Kyuushi carefully by the sheathe with his thumb around the guard, Axel slipped Kyuushi back into its place and was soon followed by the other three blades. With his little show finished he watched his comrades curious of their reactions to him as a light whine caught his attention he looked down as Hime licked and nuzzled his cut hand though no blood flowed from it. With a smile he knelt down and nuzzled his big girl happily as he scratched through her fur before becoming aware that his comrades eyes were on him and his own went from soft to feral slits. "Well? Who's next?"

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[Aiji]

As the fourth member of the team that was protecting Takigakure approached, I realized he was a Kusagakure shinobi. It made me wonder who there current Kusakage was. They went through leaders rather quickly. I had met two of them, and I still had one of their headbands. The 'AnBu' finally made themselves appear, and explained the situation a tad further than the frog medic had. Once they were done talking, one of the Takigakure shinobi had asked for everyone's abilities, but didn't even care to mention his own. The kusa-nin seemed rather annoyed as he just stared toward wolf-boy and wolf-boy seemed ever so ready to do so as he listed off what he could do.

"I have some katon ninjutsu and some close quarter taijutsu."

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In all honesty, my heritage was none of their business and just like I had, I would continue to keep it to myself. Ever since I began travelling around the world from the Citadel I had learned many new techniques, and I quite enjoyed being able to use it, but I hadn't been able to just yet. Surely I'd get a chance soon enough.

[ooc: Sorry for the crap post. I'm just trying to get a post in so that we can continue. By the time it's my turn again, I should be done with all my exams.]

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[Natsy]

As soon as the introductions were taken care of, the four gentlemen, canine and Frog would await for the AnBU to let down the dome before venturing into the field. Since Satu had not informed the group that seven Automatons were currently outside the building and were hidden by some sort of jutsu (the Invisibility dome I stated in the first post of this thread) the group would continue to venture into the front yard blind to the surrounding Automatons which were all moving to surround the five humans and canine.

Satu appeared in the front of the group, followed by Axel and Hime where as Baek and Aiji took up the anchor. The AnBU Frog would be protected by the entire group as she was positioned directly in the middle. Once they had entered the dome, all seven Automatons would form a circle around the group, preventing any kind of escape should anyone try. As unseen as the Automatons were to the group the Automaton standing 2m directly in front of Satu (#1) and another standing 2m behind Baek and Aiji (#2) would each drop a Stun grenade in front of them and quickly retreat back 6m for it to explode.

Once the bright light and bang occurred, this would temporally blind and deafen the group for a short period of five seconds. At this time, the two automatons on both sides of the group would quickly perform a series of handseals and ignite their flame-throwing devices to exert two large fireballs upon the group. The remaining Automatons would continue to stand still until someone makes a move.

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OOC: Alright gentlemen, the posting order is Wolfy, Satu, Aiji, Baek and then me. Please do not break this, it confuses me and doesn't give everyone the chance to post. And the IIC is three days New Zealand Time, so pay real attention my dears. If you have any questions, please PM me. I will also force myself to get online every day since muse is now becoming an issue with this event. And for that, I apologize.
The area layout is: here

The Mechanist

• Nothing used.

The Automaton(s)

• Automatons 1 & 2 positioned at both ends of the group

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• Grenade: Stun x2 [out of 42 grenades total since 14x3=42]
  Rank: "C"
  Type: Secondary, 1 per Slot, Explosive, Grenade
  Effect: A stun grenade, also known as a flash-bang, is a nonlethal weapon. These grenades are used to temporally neutralize the combat effectiveness of enemies by usually disorienting their senses.
  Special: ---
  Drawback: May harm the user if not thrown right.
  Description: A stun grenade, also known as a flash-bang, is a non-lethal weapon. These grenades are used to temporally neutralize the combat effectiveness of enemies by usually disorienting their senses. When making contact it releases a flash of light that momentarily activates all light sensitive cells in the eye, making vision impossible for approximately 5 seconds until the eye restores itself to its normal, un-stimulated state. The incredibly loud blast produced by the grenade adds to its incapacitating properties by disturbing the fluid in the ear which also lasts approximately 5 seconds until the ear restores itself to its normal, un-stimulated state. The flash bang has a radius damage of 15 meters. It takes 6 seconds before it explodes.
  Limit: These types of items may be capable of being bought inside any Weapon Shop.
  Cost: 1,500 Ryo Each

• Automatons 3 & 4 located on both sides of the group

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• Katon - Goukakyuu no Jutsu (Great Fireball Technique)
  Rank: "C" "B" Rank
  Skill: NinJutsu
  Effect: The user is capable of performing a few handseals in which gives them the capability of blowing a large body of fire in size of a large sphere that has great fire proportions and explosive capabilities.
  Special: "Handseals"
  Drawback: Depending on the Rank, is dependent on how strong or how much the user is capable of doing with the Goukakyuu no Jutsu.
  Description: The user quickly performs a few handseals. The user then places the hand over their mouth creating a small like circle. This technique in turn is then to help the user control the great flame. The use then blows out and creates a large fireball that twice the size of a normal human body. When the "C" Rank version is first learned the user is only capable of blowing out the Great Fireball that is cannot be moved or go anywhere else. This also means that the technique does not explode in a fiery explosion, but burns greatly to anyone that is caught within the technique. When the user learns the "B" Rank version then the user is capable blowing the Great Fireball into the distance, sending it away from the use it to hurl towards the very opponent. This technique is only capable of going into a straight line and this is capable of having the size three times the size of a human body. This technique when launched at an opponent then becomes dangerous because at this point the technique can explode causing damage that is even more devastating.
  Limit: Must have the Fire Release

AnBU Frog

• Nothing used.

14|14 Automatons remaining
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[Wolf of the Falls]

Axel's previous partner didn't seem too apt to expose his talents and the groups disposition was starting to grind on his axe or more appropriately his fangs. His lamenting gaze shifted to Hime nodding soft as they both flanked Akira's back and the AnBu's front.

Axel and Hime's noses caught them fast smelling them as they moved to surround them. The two wolves slowed as the group surrounded them.

"Akira... We have company... everyone be careful."

No sooner had he said those words than had the the first two machines jumped from the front and rear and in their motion Axel moved quick dragging Red Queen to block the light which in turn showed the reflection of an automaton coming from his left side. With a swift rev his blade revved to life as he swung it down and brought it up slashing the left fire ball with his flaming blade.

The momentum from both the flames and the force twisted the Wolf-man over Hime and the Frog AnBU, while revving the blade again forcing a second torrent of flame out which blasted apart the second fireball while taking a swift bite of his chakra to light his Queen.

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Name Exceed Lv. 1, 20 x2
Rank: C-Rank
Type: Ninjutsu/Taijutsu
Effect: Allows the user to rev the handle of the Niiro Kougou, storing the C-Rank Exceed Rev necessary to perform C-Rank Exceed Maneuvers.
Special: ---
Drawback: Must be done prior to, or right after an attack with Niiro Kougou is performed. Cooldown of 4 posts after utilization.
Description: The user places their hand upon the handle and gives a revving gesture, simultaneously pushing their chakra forth and utilizing the Katon Release to seal the Rev. At this level of power, the user can heat the edge of the blade up to an intense degree. The edge of the blade will glow a constant red to signify the heat, allowing it to easily slice and burn flesh, almost instantly cauterizing it. First degree burns are a guarantee if the strike is severe. This only lasts for a single post.
Limit: Must have 150TP in Katon Release to learn and achieve.

[Satu Akira]

OOC: No idea why I was god-modded or why no response was given to my question IC. Oh well.
IC:
From the very beginning Satu could sense the location of the automations that would make their way in such a formation as to surround him. Satu was known to show off at times and this was his opportunity to shine as the leader. Just as they entered the doom, bugs would begin to seep from his clothing. Though unappealing to the eye, it was clear Satu was doing something, with the goal of heading towards the upper part of the doom for a flank of sorts on the enemy. As they drew closer to the ground, he let less bugs seep form his clothing to remain less obvious of his attentions, but the sky was already cloudy-like overhead from his swarm of bugs. Sensing their halt in the surrounding area, Satu would stop suddenly “ Akira... We have company... everyone be careful.” With a certain charm and flare, Satu would say “I know!” before smashing his shield into the earth at its’ bottom portion so that it stuck in the ground. This would allow him to form hand seals and when he saw the stun grenade being tossed, it allowed him to take cover behind it. Almost instinctively Satu would crouch to cover behind the shield, unknowing of the grenade’s effect, as he did so he formed the proper chakra to shake the very earth around him, in a cinematic display he smashed his plam onto the ground as the earth began to rumble, hopefully knocking the machines around him off balance and perhaps even his allies. This attack was thoughtless of the others reaction unfortunately, but his bugs would follow up splitting up to attack the automations equally from above.

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Passive: Chakra sensing
Used: Mushi Ame no Jutsu (Bug Rain Technique)
Rank: C Rank
Skill: Ninjutsu
Effect: Creates a cloud of kikai far above the battle ground that will be left alone. When the user wills it, it will begin to slowly drop the kikai contained within the cloud, causing it to "rain" the bugs, whom, if they fall near or onto the opponent, will begin to attack.
Special: None.
Drawback: None.
Description: ---
Limit: Must know Kikaichu no Jutsu (Destruction Bug Host Technique).
Doton: Rikujou Douyou no Jutsu (Earth: Ground Shaking Technique)
Rank: "D" Rank
Skill: NinJutsu
Effect: The user slams their hands against the ground as the user creates a miniature like earthquake in order to try and unbalance the enemy or opponents all around for a more of a deadly like attack.
Special: ---
Drawback: The user's hands must stay upon the ground at all time. When the user is capable of reaching "A" Class the knowledge of placing their hands onto the very ground becomes obsolete, and the user is capable of performing the technique without having their hands along the ground.
Description: As the user slams their hands against the ground, the user is capable of creating a miniature like earthquake along the ground. The ground rumbles lightly as the very earth moves in all directions in a fifteen-meter radius. Every time the user gains ranking in difficulty class the distance of the technique increases by ten meters.
Limit: Needs the Earth Release, Must have knowledge of Doton Soushi no Jutsu (Rock Creation Technique) "D"

[Aiji]

Walking forward in order with Baek and myself protecting the back, I listened to the two in front saying that something was coming. The other waterfall shinobi crashed his shield into the ground, and I began to prepare myself for whatever was to come. As the two bombs exploded, the sound made quick work of my hearing, and my eyes quickly began to fade in vision. Soon after, though, the ground began to shake and I, having been ready for an attack, didn't take too long to regain my footing. My boxer senses kicked in, since I could no longer see what was going on, and I knew I needed to move. I quickly began to back peddle, since we had come from that direction and I knew it was safe for me to travel in that direction. This would place me out of the range of the two fireballs that were used by the machines. As I continued back, though, I would probably end up running into the automan that was behind the group. Knowing the positioning of my group, I knew it wasn't any of them.

I quickly turned, and even though blind for the moment, my right hand quickly went to strike three times to the metallic beast and I stepped forward and with my left hand I went for a power jab. Once that blow was done, I followed up with three more speed jabs with my left hand and then another step forward and another power jab with my right hand. As I finished my second combination, my sight and hearing began to return to me as I looked to see what I had done on the machine.

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Passive Techniques

Temperature Control [20][70]
Rank: C, B, A
Skill: Supplementary Ninjutsu
Effect: Allows the user to effectively control their body temperature.
Special: ---
Drawback: Skill rank must be one below, or higher than the jutsu rank desired. Ex: A B rank may learn A rank temperature control, however a C rank may not.
Description: Upon reaching the age of 5, all children of the Airontoku are taught the basics for manipulating and controlling body temperature. A key essential for all members of the clan, such a technique has various stages which allow higher temperatures to be used. Both B and A rank are strictly reserved for those who enter the military however. At C rank, the user may control his or her body temperature only to twice the average human body temperature. (97.6 degrees F., aka up to 195.2 degrees F.) Upon entering the military, they may be taught B rank which allows use other more offensive techniques (3 times the average human body temperature). Only the most skilled are able to master A rank, which opens a wider variety of techniques (4 times the average human body temperature). The higher the mastery, the higher placed in society one is considered.
Limit: Must be of the Airontoku


Heat Resilience [10][20]
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Skill: Supplementary Ninjutsu
Effect: Over time, the user becomes immune to certain degrees of fire jutsu based on strength.
Special: ---
Drawback: The highest rank one is able to know is equal to skill rank. Ex: To learn B rank Heat Resilience, you must be B rank.
Description: With mastery over the arts and skilled manipulation over their own body temperatures, those of the Airontoku develop an affinity for the heat and grow more physically immune to flames. Each rank allows immunity to flames and fire of jutsu one rank below their own skill rank. Ex: If a B rank were to train B rank Heat Resilience, they would become immune to all C rank fire jutsu.
Limit: Must be of the Airontoku


Ironhide [20][70]
Rank: C, B
Skill: Supplementary Ninjutsu
Effect: The skins of members born to the Airontoku become naturally toughened and resistant to sharp objects and weapons.
Special: ---
Drawback: Does not provide resistance to blunt weapons, which smash and bash rather than cut. Will not defend effectively against larger weapons such as great swords and board swords, whose weight will penetrate the skin.
Description: Over time the skin of the user becomes resilient to weapons to a certain degree. With prolonged exposure to the heat, their skin becomes rough and rugged, like that of leather, but to a much more durable degree. Weapon attacks such as kunai and swords become less effective against the clan. At C rank the hides of the clan members are able to endure projectiles thrown, while at B rank, they become more resilient to close combat weapons such as swords and other blades.
Limit: Must be of the Airontoku


Scorching Touch [20][70]
Rank: C, B, A
Skill: Supplementary Ninjutsu
Effect: The skin of the Airontoku is grows hot to touch and can cause burns.
Special: ---
Drawback: Rank of Scorching Touch must be equal or lower to rank of Temperature Control in order to learn. Ex: A C rank with B rank Temperature Control may only learn up to B rank Scorching Touch. Does not differentiate between friend and foe.
Description: Due to retaining such high body temperatures consistently, the members of the clan begin to gain hot and tempered skin. Such skin, when retained at high temperatures for so long, can cause various degrees of burns, depending on the temperature maintained. Each rank of Scorching touch can cause burn damage equal to one rank below its own rank. Ex: If an enemy were to touch an Airontoku with Scorching Touch B rank, they would suffer from a C rank burn.
Limit: Must be of the Airontoku


Heat Conduction [20]
Rank: C, B, A
Skill: Supplementary Ninjutsu
Effect: Body heat is slowly conducted into metal weapons, making them very hot.
Special: ---
Drawback: Weapons require time to heat up. If heated any more, the weapons will melt. Weapons must be metal.
Description: After wearing the weapon for so long, primary weapons such as Searing Katanas and Searing Wakizashi, become imbued with their own body heat. Since the weapon is made of full metal, they become conductor of heat and obtain a minor fraction of the heat their owner possesses. Primary weapons must be touching the skin, or held for two posts before fully heated, while secondary weapons require one post before fully heated. At C rank, weapons imbued with such heat have an additional striking damage equal to D rank burns. The weapons are merely hot, however there is no visible difference. At B rank the weapons become glowing red and strike for C rank damage, while at A rank the weapons become a molten red that makes it clearly obvious that the object is hot, striking for B rank damage. Weapons used in such a way become too hot for outside of the clan to hold for X posts after releasing the weapon, where X per rank. Ex: A rank = 3 posts until cooled down.
Limit: Must be of the Airontoku, Requires a Searing weapon or Airontoku Scutum, or any other pure metal weapon. Each respective rank requires the same or higher rank in Temperature Control.


Blinding Heat [20][70]
Rank: C, B, A
Skill: Supplementary Ninjutsu
Effect: Causes heat to radiate from the user’s attacks
Special: ---
Drawback: Cannot be used excessively due to chakra strain.
Description: When using taijutsu, members of the Airontoku are able to radiate heat as an extension of their attack, often tricking opponents. Whenever a punch, or kick or sword thrust etc, is used, heat is then thrusted from their body or weapon extension (primary only, not secondary), striking the opponent if within range even if the physical attack does not hit. The wave of heat which comes from such attacks drains the user of a D rank worth of chakra each time used, hitting for D rank damage. With C rank traveling 1/2 a meter in front of the attack performed near instantly after the attack is made, the wave will jet outward, scorching anything in its path with blinding heats of high temperatures. The wave of heat is near invisible, and has no physical form or indication of creation. Rank A however will travel a distance of 2 meters, draining a B rank, and striking for B rank damage, while B rank will travel a distance of 1 meter, draining a C rank and striking for C rank damage.
Limit: Must be of the Airontoku, Each respective rank requires the same or higher rank in Temperature Control.


Heightened Perception [20][60][90]
Rank: "C", "B", "A", "S"
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: By analyzing and keeping an eye on the opponent's shoulder and foot work the user is able to predict movements and grab a feel of when attacks are going to come by making the Boxer a more proficient fighter.
Special: ---
Drawback: The user is only capable of predicting movements’ one rank below then what they have learned. The user is only capable of predicting movements that are TaiJutsu Based. Any other type of movements cannot be predicted.
Description: The way this technique works is that the user observes certain points of areas of the opponent's body such as the shoulders, thighs, and hips. Since attacks are focused on these points they are capable of making educational guesses towards points of contact that may occur within these certain points. This type of technique is a study where the user is capable of watching an opponent's movements for a brief moment of time predicting TaiJutsu techniques. When the user first learns this technique they are capable of predicting techniques of "D" Rank capability. When the user learns the "B" Rank version of this technique they are only capable of predicting techniques of "C" Rank capability. When the user learns the "A" Rank version of this technique they are only capable of predicting techniques of "B" Rank capability. When the user learns the "S" Rank version of this technique they are only capable of predicting techniques of "A" Rank capability.
Limit: Must learn in a gym that teaches Bokushingu (Boxing), Must know all Basics


Boxers Mentality [10][10][60]
Rank: "D", "C", "B", "A", "S"
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: By fighting on and on, a boxer becomes more proficient when an attack may come by. This happens usually when the boxer becomes unable to see the attack. However by being in combat for so much they can feel when an attack is coming making them less able 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 Boxer 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 "D" Class user that knows this technique cannot use this against an opponent that is "C" Class or higher.
Limit: Must learn in a gym that teaches Bokushingu (Boxing), Must know all Basics




TECHNIQUES USED

Footwork [10]
Rank: "D"
Skill: TaiJutsu
Effect: A simple technique in which is needed to know in order to keep the boxer moving keeping them light on their toes against opponents.
Special: ---
Drawback: Get caught flat-footed and you will be vulnerable to counterpunches.
Description: Keep your weight balanced on both feet. Stay on the balls of your feet so you can attack, spin or retreat quickly to safety. Practice moving side to side or in a circular motion around your opponent. Shift and shuffle your feet quickly, but keep them close to the ground so you have a solid base under you. Switch stances often when training. This means you'll change which foot is in front. Work your calf muscles by jumping rope, biking and doing bag drills while moving constantly. Good footwork requires training with an integrated approach to movement, strategy, punches thrown and balance. It all has to work together, so you should always be thinking about your footwork.
Limit: Must learn in a gym that teaches Bokushingu (Boxing), Must know Upright Stance or Semi-Crouch


Speed Jab [10][60]
Rank: "C", "B", "A"
Skill: TaiJutsu
Effect: This jab gives a fighter high mobility and is often used with the intention of scoring points. Fighters use this variation of the jab when they want to preserve the mobility and balance of their stance.
Special: ---
Drawback: User is unable to use this attack with other attacks. This means user cannot jab, and then hook with the same lead hand while performing the speed jab. User cannot use strength attacks either with Speed Jab.
Description: The speed jab is a variant in which the user takes the time to make fast pacing attacks making the jab come out and attack an opponent much faster. When the user first learns this technique they are able to jab twice in a single movement with their forward hand only performing jabs. When the user then learns the "B" rank version of this technique the user is able to attack three times in a single movement with their lead hand only performing jabs. When the user learns the "A" rank version of this attack the user is able to attack four times in a single movement with their lead hand only performing jabs.
Limit: Must learn in a gym that teaches Bokushingu (Boxing), Must know the Four Punching Basics.


Power Jab [10]
Rank: "C"
Skill: TaiJutsu
Effect: Power can be added to a jab if it is thrown with a moderate step forward.
Special: ---
Drawback: The drawback to this technique is that it takes the fighter out of his boxing stance, committing him to the punch rather more than the speed jab.
Description: A "pivot jab" is the most powerful jab, one in which the weight shifts almost entirely to the lead foot, which pivots to put the mass of the body behind the punch. Jabbing from the hip, rather than from a tight guard, will add power to the jab at the expense of speed. The Power Jab is a strong attack and can be used after the Speed Jab in combinations. This technique works well with combinations as when the user attacks with this technique it feels as if the user hit the opponent with half a rank stronger than normal. One Power Jab however takes up one whole movement for both arms. A great combination is using speed jab for a whole movement followed by a full power jab, or a defensive jab if the opponent steps into the user's space, followed by a power jab.
Limit: Must learn in a gym that teaches Bokushingu (Boxing), Must know the Four Punching Basics.

[Baek]

Baek waited impatiently while the talk finally dwindled to a halt. The dome was removed and the hastily assembled team advanced forward with the hot-head taking the point position. Bringing up the rear was the red-skinned man and Baek whereas the dog man helped flank the purple haired ANBU who remained fixed in the middle for protection as the team¡¯s medic. Structurally they were sound, but as they stepped into the Mechanist¡¯s territory a touch of misgiving would cling to the air.

Walking calmly with his eyes closed, Baek relaxed with the serenity of the Void. His senses seemed heightened as they strained to capture even the faintest change in the environment, but it was the beast man who uttered the first warning. After that everything condensed into chaos.

Automatons sprung from the shadows and the team quickly devolved into their individual efforts to stave off the attack. At some point the angry red glare of two fireballs loomed in Baek¡¯s peripherals, but an instant later both fireballs were extinguished by the high flying wolf-man leaving the relatively dark setting gloomy once again. Eyes flashing in all directions Baek¡¯s image vanished at the first tremble of the earth¡ªsomeone had recklessly used a Doton jutsu. His form flickering backwards first once then twice, he stumbled as his foot reached for earth athird time and he was thrown off balance as his vision doubled and his ears rang with the explosion of the stun grenades he¡¯d only narrowly avoided.

Above, the sounds of hundreds of insects buzzing angrily told him that the self-proclaimed group leader had taken the initiative to attack. Grunting as he took his feet Baek¡¯s left hand twisted through a number of half-seals at whose conclusion, blue-white petals crackling wildly with lightening energy would peel away from his body like flakes of shed skin. Each tiny petal, shaped beautifully like a sakura petal would emit its own faint glow as they drifted out as far as 3 meters away from Baek¡¯s body. Against the light of his jutsu the darkness retreated, but even so he could not precisely pinpoint his friends or many of his enemies. Only the glint of light reflecting of a metallic surface 15 meters ahead of him told him that the automation that had been flanking the unit¡¯s left¡ªone of the pair that had shot the fireball at them.

Uncertain where the rest of his team were, Baek¡¯s eyes narrowed in the direction of the machine. Before it could react he directed ten petals, shooting towards the abomination with startling speeds. Not waiting for the enemy¡¯s response to his attack Baek would use his Shunshin after the jutsu landed, his body accelerating to impossible speeds for 10 meters towards the position of the mechanical being meanwhile leaving the host of petals shimmering beautifully in the space where he¡¯d been previously. When his movement was his own he continued on at a swift run until he closed the distance to within 1 meter of the robot, his sword sprung to life as if with a mind of its own. His feet instantly took position shoulder width apart, as both hands drew the katana free its sheath in a violent rising crescent slash, its strength fortified by the released tension of his swordsman body. The reflected light of his weapon left a shimmering afterimage of white in the air as it clove through the shiny, metal surface of his enemy.

Even before the bow of light disappeared, Baek¡¯s sword found his sheath and he remained in a half-crouch. His eyes were searching for some movement to give him something to react to; his face was devoid of emotion while his body remained rigid with discipline. Finally the war he had come to fight had begun and he found himself at its epicenter.

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Activated Jutsu
Raiton: Sakurai (Lightning Style: Cherry Blossom Lightning)
Rank: C
Skill: Ninjutsu
Effect: The user creates a mass of blue-white lightning petals.
Special: ¡°Hand Seals¡±
Drawback: Not a complete technique, but a set-up for others.
Description: The user forms the hand seals, focusing chakra around them. They then mold the chakra into several hundred blue-white sakura petals of lightning in a three-meter radius around the user, like the Sand of a Saton user. These petals float gently around the user¡¯s body. Each one gives out minor shocking, but together they can give strong shocks and burns akin to a C rank shock. The petals last until the user chooses to dispel them. The user can control these techniques in a fifteen meter radius around them.
Limit: Must have Raiton.

Used Jutsu
Shunshin no Jutsu - Ken'in (Body Flicker Technique - Pull)[x2][43 Uses Left]
Rank: "D"
Skill: NinJutsu/TaiJutsu
Effect: A Jutsu that allows a user to rush backwards in almost instantaneous speed. Allows the user to retreat from the opponent.
Special: ---
Drawback: Takes away the number of usages Shunshin no Jutsu - Oshi (Body Flicker Technique - Push). Same distance applications apply. Same drawbacks apply when over using.
Description: User is able to move backwards in a straight line along the ground in almost instantaneous untraceable speed while temporarily masking the user's movements within 10 meters. A puff of smoke is occasionally used to disguise the user's movements. Supplement of Shunshin no Jutsu - Oshi (Body Flicker Technique - Push) while using same schematics.
Limit: Universal NinJutsu or Universal TaiJutsu, Must know Shunshin no Jutsu - Oshi (Body Flicker Technique - Push)

Raiton: Sakurai Ran (Lightning Style: Cherry Blossom Lightning Run)
Rank: C
Skill: Ninjutsu
Effect: The user creates paralyzing shots out of the Sakurai petals.
Special: ¡°Hand Seals¡±
Drawback: Raiton: Sakurai must be active.
Description: The user forms the hand seals, focusing their chakra into the Sakurai petals around them. The user then releases the lightning chakra into the Sakurai petals, suspending them in the air in front of them. The user then catapults about ten petals forward with incredible speed, about that of a senbon. When impacting a target, these petals each cause shocking and paralysis that results in paralysis in the immediate afflicted area for two rounds.
Limit: Must have Raiton. Must know Raiton: Sakurai.

Shunshin no Jutsu - Oshi (Body Flicker Technique - Push)[x1][42 Uses Left]
Rank: "C"
Skill: TaiJutsu
Effect: A Jutsu that allows a user to rush forward in almost instantaneous speed. Used to draw the user close to the opponent.
Special: ---
Drawback: May use 3 times a day. May perform 1 more each time learned. Passing amount renders the user's legs immobile due to severe pain. Unable to perform again unless gained medical treatment. Must move through an opening. Unable to maneuver around obstructing objects. Can't attack while performing any Shunshin or Variation.
Description: User is able to move forward in a straight line along the ground in almost instantaneous untraceable speed while temporarily masking the user's movements within 10 meters. A puff of smoke is occasionally used to disguise the user's movements. It is accomplished by focusing the user's chi along the ankles and foot. User mostly moves just with their ankles and feet. Jutsu takes up no movements. User may only use this Jutsu half of the movements may allow in a single round while rounding down. Example: User has 5 movements, user is able to perform Jutsu 2 times per round.
Limit: Universal TaiJutsu.

Battojutsu Stance
Rank: E Rank
Effect: Allows the use of Battojutsu forms
Special: None
Drawbacks: None
Description: The practitioner moves into a bow stance, their main hand gripping the hilt of the sword and their offhand resting half way down the sheath; they stand slightly crouched, able to easily move to a kneeling of standing position for their forms.
Restrictions: Must have a Senpai/Sensei of a Kenjutsu Dojo to learn.

Irounakugiri (Complete Cut)
Rank: B Rank
Effect: One strong (B Rank) strike to each opponent nearby, deflecting or damaging them
Special: None
Drawbacks: Cannot be used twice in a row - needs a moment to be prepared again
Description: Commencing from a standing position, the practitioner makes one fast, powerful swing around himself, either striking opponents or deflecting attacks.
Restrictions: Must have a Senpai/Sensei of a Kenjutsu Dojo to learn; must have Quick Strike (B Rank) or Reflex Training (B Rank); Must be a TaiJutsu Specialist

[Natsy]

It appeared as if the man best resembling the appearance of a wolf had picked up on the change in the environment and had moved into action once a brief warning was issued. Although he was incapable of smelling or detecting any of the automatons' whereabouts, he nevertheless, exerted out two large bursts of flames just as the stun grenades were launched. The two large bursts fortunately were on the same path as the two oncoming fireballs issued by two of the seven automatons.

At this point, Satu's bugs would be raising into the air and the Jounin would be on his knees and ramming his hand into the ground to cause the miniature earthquake behind his implanted shield; Aiji would be avoiding the stun grenade, opening the tightly sealed group so that the AnBu Frog was now exposed to attack and performing his blind jabs against the automaton that had launched the second stun grenade, and Baek would be shooting backward and performing the Raiton Sakurai Technique.

However, once the balls of fire were distinguished and Satu's bugs swarmed down in a large black mass, the bugs would take care of the three front automatons while Baek and Aiji made swift removal of the two back automatons. One by jabs and the other with a clean cut through the torso. Once the sight returned to the four gentlemen and Frog, they would find that five of the seven automatons had been destroyed, and that the remaining two automatons were now heading toward the building in an attempt at protecting the entrance.

Despite the AnBU Frog was open for attack, she would remain close to Satu's left but standing 2ft behind him so he was able to maneuver around without knocking anyone. “We need to get inside the building!” The female AnBU would cry out, evidently sounding frightened by the sudden burst of abilities surrounding her. It was also clear that she had not been in proper combat and that her primary ability was for healing purposes. However, the two automatons approaching the building's entrance had began preforming handseals once they stopped exactly 1.5m away from the door to the building and 5m away from the group. Four sets of arms were raised and twenty sets of fingers were pointing in the direction of the group.

0.2 seconds later, two large balls of lightening would shoot in the direction of the group, one aimed particularly at Satu's bugs while the other was aimed at the ground 1m away from Hime whom seemed to be positioned directly in front of Axel and Baek. Aiji would remain the furthest away from the ball and would not suffer anything.

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OOC: @wolfy: Honey, you can't see the automatons. All seven of them have been invisible due to the Invisibility Technique performed in the very first post of the thread. Only Satu could see them due to his sensor abilities which to my belief, he did not tell everyone in the group that they were out in the open but invisible. So therefore you cannot smell nor reflect their fireballs due to the grenade temporally blinding you.

@ Satu: Shit! I am so sorry about not answering your question. I had totally forgotten to write that down. Please forgive me And sorry for the God-Mod bit, I wasn't sure how to get this moving without moving everyone through the dome.
Any concerns or if I missed out anything, PM me immediately, preferably before posting.

The Mechanist

• Nothing used.

The Automaton(s)

• Raiton: Raikou Kenjuu no Jutsu - Lightning Release: Lightning Revolver Technique
  Rank: C Rank
  Skill: Ninjutsu
  Effect: A higher powered variation of the Raikou Yama no Jutsu.
  Special: "Handseals".
  Drawback: --
  Description: Concentrating their chakra to more of a pinnacle point and gathering it in a singular mass, the user can shoot a concentrated ball of lightning with speed equal to that of a weapon being thrown. Unlike Raikou Yama no Jutsu, this can carry some serious damage potential, leaving second degree burns and can penetrate up to one inch of human flesh. The full charge takes four movements to prepare, with one movement removed each class the user is above C.
  Limit: Must know Raiton: Raikou Yama no Jutsu

AnBU Frog

• Nothing used.

09|14 Automatons remaining

[Wolf of the Falls]

Each of Axel's companions took their own approaches, Akira disturbing the footing as his bugs laid down cover fire, Aiji's blinded boxer proficiency, and Baek's Iaijutsu. As each action concluded the automatons came into view running for the door, assuming to cover it.

Axel had enough and a gust furled down his arm into the massive Red Queen giving it a glowing blue edge as Axel took point just in front of Akira's shield as Hime moved to guard the AnBu. With a single arm, Axel held the blade behind him just over the still crouching Akira before he moved fast forward swinging the massive blade and letting loose a thick blade of air that whistled through the shattering air just as the automaton's seals completed and twin blasts of electricity sped towards them.

With a simple grin his blade would block or even slice through the bolts and their casters because of the wind-style's natural advantage over Raiton. However regardless of his attack connecting, after the blade of wind would fly Axel would grab Benihime's handle and launched it point first poised to skewer one of the automaton's glowing blue hearts.

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thrown benihime

Fuuton: Juuha Shou (Beast Wave Strike) (80)
Rank: B
Skill: Ninjutsu
Effect: Allows the user to shoot a glowing wave of concentrated wind chakra at an enemy.
Special: Slashing Weapon.
Drawback: Because this technique lacks handseals, it requires 2 B ranks of chakra to use.
Description: By concentrating wind aligned chakra into a slashing weapon, the user is capable of launching a concentrated blade of chakra 2 meters in length sharp enough to cleave stone in half with ease. This wave can only travel 20 meters before it disperses.
Limit: Wind Release

[Satu Akira]

Satu's attack was a success in his eyes and the swift reaction of his team was a good show of what shinobi are capable of. Two automatons' were left but Axel would take charge and attempt to handle the situation himself. Satu's bugs still craved more chakra and would still move in to claim any remaining as a result of the situation whether Axel's attack was a success or not. Grasping into his shield with his left hand, Satu would rise quickly to see the result of the attack, watching carefully and sensing thoroughly the area around him. Issuing an order to one hundred or so bugs within himself he'd send them towards the house to find any crevasses to crawl through and find the Takikage and the mechanist whereabouts. They were to move in such a way that Satu could tell which chakra signature was the mechanist and which was the kage's. This would make his plan all the more easier to execute.

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Passive: Chakra Sensing
Bugs heading towards building
Another set cleaning up left over chakra from mechanist