Black Cat's Path

[Titan of Stone]

/enter

Krystal would sigh and let out a low mew while she stretched idly walking down the streets of Iwa, Junko had been home with her family for a while now and she still hadn't brought Krystal yet, she insisted that she stay at the inn where Krystal had slept for... too long now. A slight bit of depression came to the cat as her black ears and tail idly drooped. She knew she wasn't the brightest or most, conventional lover but Krystal never thought Junko was embarrassed by her. For now she would silently mull over her relationship in this dry dusty place while running her finger across the symbol on the headband Junko had got her to wear while she was a cat, now it felt like the only thing she had left of her.

With a deep sigh she would continue her way looking around for something, anything, to do and keep her busy, she had half a mind to do the mission that Junko had received herself, since she had snagged it off her person anyway. Why not?

[JiMmIyZ7]

Feeling Catty

Walking down the streets of Iwagakure I find myself somewhat amused that none have really paid me any mind. Not too long ago they all wanted my head, now they didn't even care to give me a second glance. I was just another face in the crowd, no longer seen as anyone special despite my being Tsuchikage. That was fine I suppose but I do expect to be treated as such in coversation. Tapping my hat as I pass through the sidewalk I pat down my clothing, tugging at the black shirt beneath my red vest. Perhaps it was the way I dressed that was the reason I wasn't treated as Kage. Anyway you looked at it, cargo pants weren't exactly fitting of the position. Nor sneakers, even if they did match my hat in colour. Red and white, my favourite combination.

I find myself paying my surroundings little mind, simply watching people as they pass through their daily lives and looking at the village. Given all it had gone through, it wasn't looking half bad. The buildings were in tact, the crowds bustling. Once again we were at peace, even if the peace was based on a lie.

As I walked absentmindedly I find my gaze coming across a woman with the most intriguing hair style. Violet with red streaks, almost blood in colour. I honestly had not seen anything quite like it though, a headband symbolising the Stone VIllage told me I would be seeing it a lot more. As I walker nearer to the woman I couldn't help myself, I just had to speak with her. "Excuse me but I have to say, you're hair is quite the sight to see. I honestly love it." I smiled warmly as I paused in my stride, hoping to have a conversation with this surprising woman.

[Titan of Stone]

Krystal's ears would perk as she heard a voice, not exactly familiar but more recognizable than the others in the village. As she turned, her figure encased in black material would glimmer faint in the sunlight. It seemed to be the Tsuchikage but his words seemed to confuse her as she reached up to touch her wild-ish hair.

"Thank you? No one has commented on my hair before."[/url] Krystal replied while brushing her fingers through it and making her ears twitch. All in all Krystal was rather quiet when she didn't have Junko around, she felt off, vulnerable. Her golden gaze moved over the man judging him to be almost a foot and a half shorter than herself. (5'7" compared to 7')

[JiMmIyZ7]

Feeling Catty

OOC: Holy fuck I never checked the height thing lol

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A gentle smile caught my lips. "I find that hard to believe, it is quite eye catching. Especially for this nation." As I approach I begin to notice the disparity in size between us. I am outclassed in this area by far but I pay it no mind. Curiosity gets the best of me however and I have to ask this woman's name. "My name is Hiroji Uchiha, Tsuchikage of this Village, may I ask of you your name? Forgive me for being upfront however judging by that headband you're a shinobi of this nation. Did you just recently get that headband?" If my sister has taught me anything, it was manners. Always give your name before asking someone else there's. Still, this woman was quite the interesting one. I'm beginning to wonder just what her abilities are. A frame such as hers would make it difficult to be a shinobi though not impossible.

Would her fighting style match her frame? A taijutsu user who relies on strength? Surely not, still I can't help but want to know more about her. Perhaps a mission undertaken together would tell me what I want to know. It's then that I recall that someone had asked a favour of me recently, something I was asked to do today actually. Perhaps I could use this to my advantage now.

1 - Know check to get a better understanding of what kind of fighter Krystal is

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Would this mission interest you Kuroneko?

Baby's First Birthday
Rank: D
IIC Length: 2 Posts
Difficulty: Easy
Objective: Entertain the guests at the rich family's party.
Description:
One of the wealthy families in the village has asked the shinobi to entertain their baby boys first birthday party. They have asked the village to send some ninja to display some party tricks to entertain the birthday boy and their guests. Plot twist however, the mother is actually a famous rock star and demands perfection above all else. She has some wacky demands to be ready to bend over backwards to please her!
Restrictions: N/A
Reward: 5,500 Ryo
GM Required: No

[Titan of Stone]

"Its true, even my girlfriend hasn't commented in it." Krystal replied nonchalantly while her posture would relax frim her previous nervous figure. Her body would show her muscle move smoothly with her actions gliding smoothly under her mocha skin While would guess taijutsu as her for te, her balanced training of boxing and ATA has given her an even figure. Although her other practices wouldnt be obvious to the naked eye. As he gave his name krystal would bow her head, though after meeting three other kage the effect lost its charm.

Krystal Solara, and no its not new, I just sleep a lot hehe." The catgirl giggled reminded of the times Junko fought to get her out of bed. Hiro seemed to keep looking over her which, while she didnt find it bothersome, she was a bit confused until he showed her the mission. "Oh, i actually have a mission from a friend that seemed to be bothering her, could i do it in her place?"

SPOILER: Click to show

Mission offered to Junko:

Gaurd Duty!
Rank: B
IIC Length: N/A
Difficulty: Possibility of Danger
Objective: Escort the Tsuchikage to the Land of Fire and meet with the Hokage
Description:
With the political climate of the Land of Earth being unstable the Tsuchikage has decided it best to remove itself from its isolated position in the world since he came into power and redeclare some old friendships. To this end he has decided to travel to the Land of Fire and meet with the Hokage, or a representative capable of acting on behalf of the village with hopes of finding aid and re-establishing the alliance that was once forged between nations. This could prove to be dangerous however as he will be in foreign territory so a guard is necessary to keep him safe and so he has asked for an escort in his travels.
Reward: 20,000 Ryo

[Spectre of the Falls(Kuroki)]

(OOC: Rolls here. I hope I did this right, my first time doing something like this.)


Tsuchikage's expert level skill allowed him to observe a few telling things about the woman in front of him. She was mainly a mystery to him. Her short height and lack of time made the observation mainly a wild guess. But he could figure she was not unfamiliar with the physical arts for she was very fit as well as had the readiness of someone trained. In what or how well he could not tell. Neither could he tell how strong she was or much else really. It was more of a feeling that she had a confidence around him that spoke of some sort of training. 

[JiMmIyZ7]

Feeling Catty

OOC: Worked out fine snow, she's like 7 foot though so yeah.

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From a glance it appeared as though this woman was athletic, hinting at a taijutsu base but I couldn't tell what the woman's forte was. I could simply say she must be a master at taijutsu by looking at how fit she was but at the same time, my sister and father were both what you would consider masters of their art and they didn't show it. It would take some further observation. So she wasn't a new shinobi to the ranks, just a rather inactive one. That was fine I suppose, better inactive than a Godric supporter. "Krystal, a fine name." It kind of fit the nation as well, as crystal's were minerals of the earth. Well, at least that's what clicked in my head.

Krystal then showed me a sheet of paper that really shouldn't have gotten into her hands. A mission I had originally offered to Junko somehow got into this woman's hands. I find that, strange. That said, she seemed earnest that Junko was indeed a friend to her, it wasn't acting that I could tell and I'm pretty much a human lie detector. So she was a friend of Junko and this mission was troubling her. Did she not want to leave the village? Perhaps a conversation to have with Junko. "I see, so you're a friend of Junko of the Mabuki." The thought of that new headband caught my attention and suddenly I begin to feel off. I play it off however, as best I could, and go along with things. "Well if it is causing Miss Junko some stress then I shall of course relent and allow you to take her place as my body guard. I am meeting with a foreign diplomat after all, I must ensure that everything goes well."

The new headband, the sudden and mysterious appearance of a woman with features that would stand out usually who just happened to be an acquaintance of someone I placed my trust in, and the cat that acquaintance randomly brought in to my office. What do these things have in common? Call be a cynic but the thought of treachery enters my mind and I can't get the idea that this is an assassination attempt out of my mind. That said, my heart begins to race and a smile forms on my lips. "Well then, do you need to stop somewhere or by chance are you ready for a trip Miss Krystal of the Solara?" I can't help but want to see what happens next. Is my sister right again, have I misplaced my trust? Or is this all indeed just a coincidence? I can't wait to find out the answer. "I'm brimming with excitement, let's leave as soon as possible!"

SPOILER: Click to show

My sense motive is enormously high, if you'd like to challenge it however you can and I'll rewrite but I don't see any sort of skills on your character so it's up to you. My acting is low af though so you can probably challenge that.

sense motive - 78 points (total = 218 points)
Confirmed Cynic - 10+ points
Uncanny Alertness - 5+ points
Alertness - 20+ points
Ear of Royalty - 20+ points
Field Operative - 20+ points
Keen-Eyes - 20+ points
Knowing Glance - 20+ points
Recognize Imposter - 20+ points
Smooth Talker - 5+ points

Detect Lie
Rank: "C"
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: User develops the ability to gauge whether another character is telling truth or lie.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A user develops the ability to gauge whether another character is telling the truth by reading facial expressions and interpreting body language. The Investigator must be able to see and hear (but not necessarily understand) the individual under scrutiny. With a successful Sense Motive check opposed by the subject’s Acting check result, the user can tell whether the subject is deliberately and knowingly speaking a lie. This ability does not reveal the truth, uncover unintentional inaccuracies, or necessarily reveal omissions in information.
Limit: Must learn from Universal Miscellaneous. Must have Sense Motive Skill (25 Points).

Connecting Evidence
Rank: "D"
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: In many crime scenes the perpetrator leaves evidence that connects them to the crime.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Fingerprints, footprints, blood etc, are the obvious ones, but it could include finding matches that originate from a particular club, or a rare brand of cigarette. All this is connecting evidence. Some people are good at spotting evidence that is out of place at a crime scene—lipstick in a bachelor flat, a holodisk when the owner had no way of playing it, etc. This supplementary for those that have the knack of knowing which evidence should not be there, and maybe links the crime scene to the Perpetrator. User gains +10 to relevant Observation Checks.
Limit: Must learn from Universal Miscellaneous. Must know Observation (75 Points).

Acting - 0 points (total 15 points)
Ear of Royalty - 10+ points
Smooth Talker - 5+ points

[Titan of Stone]

As the young man spoke accepting her request to fill Junko's place making Krystal smile happily however the smile was replaced by a wide-eyed look as he said that she would be his bodyguard for the trip to Konoha. The neko would blink and look at the mission cursing her inability to read, she had thought the mission was to beat up the group of people worshiping sod-dick or god-rip, or whoever.

"Oh... I thought, okay yeah I can do that." Krystal would smile small while her ears laid flat embarrassed, she was somewhat looking forward to nuking a base of bad guys but that didn't seem to be her objective anymore. Instead it would seem she would have to go see the creeper again. Ick.

After that Krystal would unconsciously begin to mess with her claw-like nails not liking feeling embarrassed at all let alone in public or in front of people, though she did her best to keep her composure, her nails being her only noticeable tick. As he asked her if she was ready she would begin o comply before she heard the way he said her name and one of her ears would flick.

"Um I made up Solara, I've been suffering from amnesia a few years now so there's no family with the name." The amazon would offer a small smile appreciating his manners but her memory bugged her as well as any thoughts relating to her clouded memory. "I-I'm sorry for prattling on, I guess I'm ready to leave... I can grab what I need on the way out."

OOC: that was tech lol, and nah not gonna challenge anything since it's all legit. considering she got that headband like... 6 months ago in real time? so its not new lol.)

[JiMmIyZ7]

Feeling Catty

There seemed to be some sort of confusion with the mission for some reason but I couldn't really understand just why. Seemed to bring up a hint of disappointment, I wonder what she thought it was? The notion of amnesia was the brought up and I began to piece a few things together, like why she wasn't active as a shinobi. "I see so you're the first of the Solara. Well then let's be off, Krystal, the first of the Solara." With those words I began on my way to the village gates. There I'd wait for Krystal and ready myself to exit the village with her.

OOC: I'll just have the thread moved to Earth so if you need to get weapons etc just exit and re-enter the thread, other than that in your next post just mention that we're at the gates.

SPOILER: Click to show

sense motive - 78 points (total = 218 points)
Confirmed Cynic - 10+ points
Uncanny Alertness - 5+ points
Alertness - 20+ points
Ear of Royalty - 20+ points
Field Operative - 20+ points
Keen-Eyes - 20+ points
Knowing Glance - 20+ points
Recognize Imposter - 20+ points
Smooth Talker - 5+ points

Detect Lie
Rank: "C"
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: User develops the ability to gauge whether another character is telling truth or lie.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A user develops the ability to gauge whether another character is telling the truth by reading facial expressions and interpreting body language. The Investigator must be able to see and hear (but not necessarily understand) the individual under scrutiny. With a successful Sense Motive check opposed by the subject’s Acting check result, the user can tell whether the subject is deliberately and knowingly speaking a lie. This ability does not reveal the truth, uncover unintentional inaccuracies, or necessarily reveal omissions in information.
Limit: Must learn from Universal Miscellaneous. Must have Sense Motive Skill (25 Points).

Connecting Evidence
Rank: "D"
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: In many crime scenes the perpetrator leaves evidence that connects them to the crime.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Fingerprints, footprints, blood etc, are the obvious ones, but it could include finding matches that originate from a particular club, or a rare brand of cigarette. All this is connecting evidence. Some people are good at spotting evidence that is out of place at a crime scene—lipstick in a bachelor flat, a holodisk when the owner had no way of playing it, etc. This supplementary for those that have the knack of knowing which evidence should not be there, and maybe links the crime scene to the Perpetrator. User gains +10 to relevant Observation Checks.
Limit: Must learn from Universal Miscellaneous. Must know Observation (75 Points).

Acting - 0 points (total 15 points)
Ear of Royalty - 10+ points
Smooth Talker - 5+ points

[Titan of Stone]

Despite what Krystal had said Hiro continued to refer to her as a Solara which made her gaze narrow slightly and her tail flick but as he began to head out Krystal would shrug and sigh. Eccentrics are eccentric after all. The neko would make her way quietly along the path back to the inn silently thinking over everything.

/exit

[Titan of Stone]

/enter

On her way back Krystal would sigh and stretch feeling her black outfit conformed to her figure and the tan scrap of cloth around her neck for a half mask. On her back would be the Dirst Dirugi, a fullblade made in the image of the First Tsurugi, on each arm were her modified Melody Arms and on each leg her her Fock Wulfe, styled as sleek silver boots. On her hips would be two packs, one filled with Frag grenades, the other filled with Ice Grenades. Lastly on the inside of her left wrist would be a Remote-Claw gadget. A faint cat-like sound would slip out as she finished stretching and rounded the corner that lead her to the gate.

As she walked over to meet him she would nod her head and flick her ears. "Ready when you are."

[Naota]

Moved

[JiMmIyZ7]

Feeling Catty

This woman. My suspicions on what her specialization was all but confirmed with the sword strapped to her back. I had honestly never seen anything like it and my mind began to warp. Was this woman going to be using this blade against me? I've no idea. "My that sword certainly is something Miss Krystal. Impressive." I compliment her on her sword of choice as I lead us through the gate checkpoints of the village and deal with the ANBU. Being Tsuchikage makes these things a lot easier but still, paperwork had to be done.

After passing through I head in the direction of the Land of Fire, taking the roads of the nation. It'll be quite the hike over to the Land of Fire but still, there were things that just had to be done. I try to pass the time by offering up some small talk, my guard somewhat lowered as I walk but that was most natural of me. "I know you mentioned that you were unfortunately suffering form a case of amnesia earlier but tell me, to your recollection, have you been to the Land of Fire in the past? Would you know of the Hokage there?" Apparently this Hokage had been on the job for a number of years but I know nothing of the world outside of the Land of Earth and these days it seemed as though I knew little even of my own nation. Any information regarding this man or woman was appreciated.

[Titan of Stone]

As they began their journey Hiro would comment the blade on her back looked impressive. Krystal however didn't know how it was considering she had no training or interest in weapons that didn't compliment her style and would shrug.

"I guess its nice, found it in the woods almost two years ago, if you want it I'll sell it to you." Krystal teased playful not knowing if he would even care enough about wanting it. While the hike was nothing to the amazon as she danced across the rocks like she was stepping on clouds (Heart of the Mountains), she would make sure not to move further ahead than Hiro was that she didn't know the way.

"Gosei? Yeah i know about him, doesn't everyone?" Krystal would respond matter-of-factly as her golden eyes looked into his honest and curious.

[JiMmIyZ7]

Feeling Catty

Finding a sword of this quality? That is indeed a rather lucky find. Still, I had no use for this sword. I'm not really the athletic type. "I'll pass on the sword sorry. I'm not much of a fighter." The young woman's movements across the land were astonishing to behold. To see her dance about like she were lighter than air, it was something beyond my capabilities, beyond what I could ever aspire to physically. To move with such grace, my mind body connection wasn't that strong. I was confident in my abilities sure but it was a mental game for me, not one of brute strength but spirit and cunning.

Hearing Krystal speak so surely of the Hokage, Gosei, was indeed a rather embarrassing situation for me. A woman suffering from a severe case of amnesia knows more about the Hokage than I do. I really am out of touch with the world. "I'm afraid I do not. Perhaps everyone but me, I am however clueless of who he is. Could you tell me what you know of him? I'd like to know more about him before we meet." Know yourself and know your enemy. Gosei wasn't of course an enemy for sure but it was possible that he would be. I am not one for taking chances.

{Move to Fire}

[Titan of Stone]

As the Tsuchikage denied any interest in the sword besides appreciation, Krystal would pout cutely the statuesque amazon looking rather innocent despite her size. "Daaaaaamn... I'm trying to make a home for me and Junko..."

She would silently quick a rock as they went together not noticing Hiro's fascination with the way she moved. Her ears perked up as he went on to say he himself didn't know about Gosei and asked her about what she knew. "Um... He's around 6 foot tall, long white hair, purple eyes, not muscled not fat, last name is Kazeraikoo I think. Kinda gross." Krystal would mindlessly rattle off the traits she remembered having surprising memorial acuity with her new memories.

[Spectre of the Falls(Kuroki)]

Moved - Sorry for the delay

[JiMmIyZ7]

Feeling Catty

A home for Junko and merself? What kind of relationship did these two have I wonder. Whilst not against two females intermingling with themselves, I didn't pick either of these two being the type though on reflection, I suppose I could very well see the signs in front of me, I must be losing my touch. "I'll be sure to pay you well if you take missions from my office. Don't you worry." Was it possible I was too mesmerized by this woman that I hadn't wanted to even think of her being taken? No, I don't believe myself that shallow though belief and evidence do seem to often conflict with one another. "Purple eyes? What the fuck?" the notion of such a bizarre eye colour was fascinating to me and brings a gentle smile to my face. I myself have eyes that were not of natural pigment, pitch black as if the iris was at all times dilated, and I had heard of the white eyes of the blind. Purple was new to me. This Kazeraikoo Gosei, he seemed quite the man. Albeit gross, by Krystal's description

"Well, we'll be in the capital soon enough. Is there anything you'd like to do whilst we're there?" I couldn't help but feel my heart rate rise whenever this woman got close to me. Was she here to kill me or is it all a simple misunderstanding on my part that I allowed to get way out of hand. I find myself unable to comprehend this woman. Off guard when I should be on guard and on guard when I should be off. I am not enamored with her, she just throws off my balance. At least, that's what I'll tell myself until a knife is pulled. After that, I imagine my mind will be completely honest.

Titan of Stone - sorry for the delay.

[Titan of Stone]

"Heh thank you~" Krystal smiled appreciative of the man's willingness to give her work to build on her dream of creating a home. Although she would sigh faintly when they reached the land of fire and the rolling hills became so even that she couldn't dance across them anymore. Although as Hiro responded to Krystal's description her ears would twitch hearing him say fuck before mulling over the information.

"Um... mine are gold? And Junko's are magenta." Krystal would comment simply not finding anything strange about eye color. He continued on asking if there was anything she wanted to to do while they were there but she simply shook her head, she hadn't seen anything interesting when she had been there with Loki so she diidn't have any desire to be in Gosei's village longer than needed. "Not really, besides I'd have to spend money that could be used to build my home~"

Its alright I'm sorry I didnt see the post I started GMing so I dont switch accounts unless I see minh lol tag my main when you post ^^ JiMmIyZ7 Wolf of the Falls

[JiMmIyZ7]

Feeling Catty

Indeed, it seemed as though her eyes were truly an unusual colour. Seem's he had entered a world where weirdness was the norm. "I see. Well then, I take back my words of surprise. Forgive me." The landscape seemed to have dwindled in unevenness and flattened somewhat, the trees and forests becoming sparse. I took note of this. It appeared as though this woman was a jungle girl, trees and uneven terrain were favourable to her. "You can at least see some sights in Tazaku without spending a large amount of money. Perhaps going to the village's park would be of interest to you?" Penny pinching as she was I was sure she'd at least consent to that. I wonder why I want to spend time with this woman? So strange are the hormones of men.

{Move to Tanzaku-Gai}

OOC: You shut up and love my purpleeyes references!