A Step into Uncertainty [Event]

[Master Game]

Silence.


The small town of Tarkew radiated nothing but dreadful, unnerving and nauseating silence. The sounds of chatter, footsteps, birdcalls, all of that which should've been common to hear in a small settlement situated near the outskirts of the Land of Bears was non-existent. The eeriness of it could be interpreted as a foreboding warning to any stranger who had reason to visit this town.

But on this day, there were a group of travellers who could not afford to be affected by the clear dread and thick tension in the mid-afternoon air. Those hired to rid this town of calamity, taking on a task that was already warned could lead to imminent demise. Yet, it was task that had to be done nonetheless. And a certain group of individuals, each bearing the will to see out such a task to the end, had taken up the contract to do so. Now, all they had to do was arrive on this day to speak to those who had put up the contract in first place, before embarking on their mission with little expectations of what was to come.

Bremervoord.

The wide expanse of timberland that hugged the west side of the village's rear borders, all the way around to the east. To stare at the enormous woodland would be like staring into the face of an abyss. What made it so displeasing and uncomfortable had to be it's stillness. The wide copses of trees and shrubbery did not seem to move an inch, not a sound, not a rustle, not a flicker of movement from fauna that was supposed to be inhabiting the forest. There was something seriously unnatural about that forest. In all honesty it should be burnt to the ground, but the townsfolk didn't just want the evil gone, they wanted their main source of timber, herbs and animal yields back. No doubt, this small town wouldn't be able to survive much longer economically without them.

As the mercenaries entered the village(from a cobbled road by it's south), none would come out to greet them but a single signpost. The township was still, ghostly and uninviting. The rows of identical thatch-roof houses being the only evidence that people lived there. The visitors would surely have to make some effort, perhaps knock on a few doors, to receive any kind of reception. At least directions to who they were meant to be seeing. From the looks of it, whatever foul profanities that had been running rampart, left psychological scars on the people of this town. All the more reason to end their problems once and for all.


Xango
M$
Inoryu
Starnaess

[Inoryu]

{Omit}

[M$]

Panic and fear looms over a small town situated near the outskirts of the Land of Bears like an eerie shadow...

Such was the feeling that befell the Uchiha as he grew closer to the small town of Tarkvew. Where the roads were busy and full of life a few miles back, the liveliness of the land had seemingly come to an abrupt stop-- the bird chatter stopped, there were no voices to be heard, no cattle, no livestock-- a ghost town.

He approached from the south, his keen onyx occuli taking note of the woods that hugged the town from the west to the east. Burakku wasn't too far behind, maybe a couple feet, and the duo strolled into the town with a casual stride.

The Uchiha carried his normal assortment of items; tucked neatly into the assorted slots of his Tactical Chest Rig, as well as his other equipment, including two legs and a belt, were his various shinobi tools: ten kunai, thirty-two caltrops, 114 senbon, fifteen hira-shuriken, eighty explosive tags, and two overview long swords(strapped to his back), one laced with the poison(Death), the other naked, and one Melody Arm equipped to his right side. Embedded in his left palm was an Eye of The Tiger gem, and he also possessed a world map, compass, gas mask, Binoculars(5x zoom) and a rebreather.

The majority of these items were covered, hidden underneath the curtain that was his hooded cloak.

A quick scan of the area yielded almost no results, save a lone sign post out by the entrance to the town. As he walked past it, Itada would take a quick second to read whatever it was the sign said before proceeding.

He'd taken up a contract originating from this town.. all he had to do was find the person who created it. Using his observational skills [125], he scanned over the area trying to figure out where he should start.

[Starnaess]

"1...2...3...4..." Kaelynn begun to count the stone slabs that formed that city's old and somewhat creepy road leading toward and even more creepy and seemingly abandoned village. She did that with a smile onto her face as she held her right hand to Kael's left. Walking at a calm and slow pace the twins took their time in reaching their destination accompanied only by the sound of their steps for nothing else seemed to be making a sound as if  every living being as well as the elements had abbandoned this place for good.

They didnt mind the silence, in fact they found it quite comforting. Kael, unlike his sister and lover, kept his demeanor in check - serious expression onto his face , checking his surroundings for anything that might seem dangerous or more unusual than a noiseless village as well as checking for possible tracks leading somewhere such as people's or sign of  struggle of any kind.

Besides one blue eyed gem placed in one of each of the twins' eyes ,which gave respectively Kael's right eye and Kaelynn's left eye a piercing cold glare as well as the ability to see chakra, They carried no weapons, nor armor - their prestigious clothings were all they needed underneath their white and blue regal looking cloaks that stretched all the way to the floor barely reaching it. Two golden crowns paired with a multitude of Golden round earrings on both of them as well as a variety of rings that could be spotted every now and then as their hands went in and out of the cloaks.

Two long medallions would fall from their necks stopping in the middle of their chest - these made out of aeroglass and gold giving them an e ven more prestigious look. Spotting what seemed to be a monotonous looking village due to the houses being almost identical to eachother -  briefly stopping at   a signpost placed along the road leading into the village the twins spotted another person  - and judging by their clothes whoever they were, they did not seem to come from noble origins nor did they seem particularly good looking.

Regardless of this, it was the first person they met for a while now so in order to humor themselves they begun to approach that person while still being careful about any reactions or killing intent that may sprout- all of this while Kaelynn kept counting the slabs with a crazy look on her face.

Kael used:

Blue  eyed's gem chakra detect ability

observation  185
sense motive  180
tracking  185
trap finding  215
investigate  125

Gem

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Blue Eyed Gem
Rank: "S"
Type: Secondary, 15 per Slot, Harnessed Gem
Effect: A gem capable of replacing a user's eye giving them the ability of Detect Chakra and giving them a bonus to Jutsu Lore abilities.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Equipment Type: Slotless. The star sapphire is a rare and beautiful gemstone. Many people have been fascinated by the star pattern on the gems, and many alchemists attempted to unlock the alchemy within the stone. They knew that the stones alchemy would only be harnessed if the star pattern was preserved, but all attempts failed to harness any alchemy. Inspiration finally came to one alchemist whose name has been lost to history. This alchemist realized that the full potential of the gem could not be harnessed until a sacrifice was made. With excruciating pain, the alchemist removed one of his eyes and placed the cut star sapphire in the still bleeding socket. The gem settled into place and the blood stopped flowing while the skin settled around the gem, holding it in place. At first the alchemist had no vision out of the new eye, but after a while his vision returned, though slightly changed, as he was now able to discern Chakra auras around people and objects. To harness the alchemy of the star sapphire, a high quality gem must be cut into a slightly elongated sphere about the shape of an eye. Once cut, the gem must be placed into an unoccupied eye socket of a living creature. The person is blinded in the new eye for 10 minutes, but thereafter the person is able to see normally as if he had two eyes. In addition, the new eye is able to see Chakra auras. This ability acts as Detect Chakra, and the user must activate the technique Detect Chakra. With concentration to activate the eye the person is able to discern chakra auras within sight, knowing the strength and location of the aura. User gains a +25 Alchemical Bonus to Jutsu Lore when identifying Jutsus and Effects. User is not able to identify any Chakra items. There are two side effects to the gem. One is seeing the world with a slight blue tint. This does not affect any vision other than causing everything to look slightly blue. Second, both of the user's eyes constantly glow with a blue light, whether the blue eyed gem is active or not. This can be disconcerting to some people, so you receive a +10 equipment bonus to Intimidate skill checks.
Ingredients: 1 large Sapphire (9,000 Ryo).
Limit: These types of items may be bought inside any Alchemy Shop. 5% chance finding.
Cost: 84,000 Ryo

Rituals

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Expanded Lungs
Rank: "C"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: Target's lungs expand to hold a much larger amount of air, granting them increased capacity to hold their breath in situations where they could not normally breathe.
Special: To perform: 6 hours; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: ---
Description: Internal - Takes up 1 Augmentation Point. Whenever the Target attempts to hold their breath (such as while swimming or attempting to avoid breathing noxious fumes), double the amount of time the Target is able to hold their breath.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 12,000 Ryo Performing Price: 9,000 Ryo

Energy Diffusion (Sound and Acid)
Rank: "B"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: User's body ability to withstand energy damage increases
Special: To perform: 3 hours; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: ---
Description: Internal - Takes up 2 Augmentation Points. User gains resistance 5 Armour points to 2 types of energy or resistance 10 Armour Points to 1 type of energy, chosen from the following list. Acid, Ice, Electricity, Fire, or Sonic.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 23,000 Ryo Performing Price: 17,000 Ryo


Hypersensitivity
Rank: "B"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: User is particularly sensitive to their surroundings.
Special: To perform: 3 hours; Duration: Permanent
Drawback:
Description: Internal - Takes up 3 Augmentation Points. User gains a +10 Ritual bonus to Observation checks. Also invisible opponents gain no advantages related to hitting the user in melee. Darkness and poor visibility in general reduces the user's movements to 3-quarters normal instead of 1-half.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 23,000 Ryo Performing Price: 17,000 Ryo

Pheromone, Soothing
Rank: "B"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: User develops the ability to secrete a pheromone that soothes and calms all those around them, easing tensions and making it easier to negotiate peace.
Special: To perform: 3 hours; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: ---
Description: Neutral - Takes up 2 Augmentation Points. User can emit a pheromone that automatically shifts the attitude of all characters within 10-meter of them 1 step toward Helpful. If this causes a character’s attitude toward the user to become Friendly or Helpful, they gain a +20 Ritual bonus to all Acting checks against that character. Once activated, this ability lasts for a number of rounds equal to 1d6 + 1 per class level; user cannot choose to deactivate it prematurely. User may use this ability once per day.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 23,000 Ryo Performing Price: 17,000 Ryo

Energy Absorption (Sound and Acid)
Rank: "A"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: User can absorb impressive amounts of harmful energy.
Special: To perform: 12 hour; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: ---
Description: Internal - Takes up 4 Augmentation Points. User gains resistance 10 Armour points to 2 types of energy or resistance 20 Armour Points to 1 type of energy, chosen from the following list. Acid, Ice, Electricity, Fire, or Sonic. This Augmentation Ritual stacks with Energy Diffusion.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 35,000 Ryo Performing Price: 26,000 Ryo

Photosynthetic
Rank: "A"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: User has developed the ability to absorb energy from sunlight, water, and minerals and no longer have need for traditional foods.
Special: To perform: 12 hour; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: ---
Description: Internal - Takes up 4 Augmentation Points. As long as the user has a daily source of water, sunshine, and basic mineral nutrients (even sand and barren dirt have enough nutrients for the purposes of this ability), the user does not need to eat and can survive indefinitely. However, if for some reason the user cannot take in one of the above required elements, the user begins to suffer the effects of hunger as normal.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 35,000 Ryo Performing Price: 26,000 Ryo


Adrenaline Jolt 2
Rank: "B"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: User can flood their bloodstream with extreme amounts of adrenaline to temporarily boost their Strength or Movements.
Special: To perform: 3 hours; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: ---
Description: Internal - Takes up 3 Augmentation Points. Once per day, without sacrificing a movement user can temporarily increase their Prowess or their Initiative by 1d4+1 points. The increase lasts for a number of rounds equal to 3 + Indomitable Fortitude.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 23,000 Ryo Performing Price: 17,000 Ryo


Shock Absorber 1
Rank: "C"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: The Target is capable of surviving amazing falls by reducing the impact of the ground on their body.
Special: To perform: 12 Hours; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: ---
Description: Internal - Takes up 1 Augmentation Point. When falling, the user ignores falling damage from falls less than 30 meters + (5 x Indomitable Fortitude). For example, a character with 2 in Indomitable Fortitude ignores the first 40 meters of any fall, though falls higher than 40 meters still cause damage as per normal.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 12,000 Ryo Performing Price: 9,000 Ryo


Density Manipulation 5
Rank: "S"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: User is able to increase or decrease their density, granting them the following abilities.
Special: To perform: 12 hour; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: User may only use one of these at a time.
Description: Internal - Takes up 6 Augmentation Points. Reduce Density: Gain the ability to become incorporeal. Increase Density: User can gain Damage Reduction equal to 2 per Class Level. Furthermore this Damage Reduction stacks with any other form of Damage Reduction the user might already posses, including Techniques, Armour, Rituals, and Traits. User may use this ability a number of times equal to 2 per Class Level per day.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 48,000 Ryo Performing Price: 36,000 Ryo

Enhanced Metabolism 1
Rank: "B"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: Accelerated electrical impulses along your central nervous system have given you enhanced reaction times.
Special: To perform: 12 hours; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: User cannot take this Augmentation if they have the Lethargy drawback.
Description: Internal - Takes up 2 Augmentation Points. User gains a +1 Ritual bonus to movements.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 23,000 Ryo Performing Price: 17,000 Ryo

Dual Brains 4
Rank: "A"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: User has 2 brains.
Special: To perform: 3 hour; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: ---
Description: Internal - Takes up 5 Augmentation Points. User has 2 brains, 1 in their head and 1 located in another location. Whenever the user makes a Will Save, the user rolls twice and takes the higher roll.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 35,000 Ryo Performing Price: 26,000 Ryo

Piercing Howl 1
Rank: "B"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: User can alter their voice to emit a high-pitched, piercing scream that can defen nearby enemies and allies.
Special: To perform: 3 hours; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: ---
Description: Internal - Takes up 2 Augmentation Points. Once per day the user can emit a piercing howl, which can be heard at a range of up to 10 miles. All characters and creatures with the ability to hear must protect themselves or be deafened for 1d10 minutes within 30-meter radius. Furthermore, any crystal or glass objects within 30-meters automatically shatter as a result of the intense sonic vibrations caused by the piercing howl.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 23,000 Ryo Performing Price: 17,000 Ryo


Filtered Lungs 1
Rank: "B"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: User's body develops certain discriminating filters that prevent toxins and harmful chemicals from entering their body through airborne means.
Special: To perform: 3 hours; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: ---
Description: Internal - Takes up 2 Augmentation Points. Airborne poisons, toxins, chemicals, or any other threat that must be inhaled cannot harm the user. Furthermore, the user is immune to all forms of disease transmitted by inhalation. This allows the user to breathe normally in polluted or poisoned environments, without a need for air filtration systems.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 23,000 Ryo Performing Price: 17,000 Ryo


Wormhole Jumper 5
Rank: "S"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: User has developed the ability to use gravity to warp time and space, creating a portal between their location and another location nearby.
Special: To perform: 12 hour; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: ---
Description: Neutral - Takes up 6 Augmentation Points. Once per day the user may instantly transfer themselves from their current location to any other spot within 150 meters of their current location. The user always arrive at exactly the spot desired—whether by simple visualizing the area or by stating a direction. After using this Augmentation, the user cannot take any other forms of action until their next round. User can bring along objects as long as their weight does not exceed triple the user's weight. User may also bring 2 additional willing or smaller creature per Class Level. A large creature counts as 2 Medium creatures, a Huge creature counts as 2 large creatures, and so forth. All creatures to be transported must be in contact with one another, and at least one of those creatures must be in contact with the user. If the user arrives in a place that is already occupied by a solid body, the user and each creature traveling will take Minor damage and is shunted to a random open space on a suitable surface within 30 meters of the intended location.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 48,000 Ryo Performing Price: 36,000 Ryo

Sleepless 1
Rank: "C"
Type: Augmentation
Effect: The Target has lost the need for sleep.
Special: To perform: 1 hour; Duration: Permanent
Drawback: ---
Description: Internal - Takes up 1 Augmentation Point. This ritual augments the Target's brain allowing the Target no need of sleep. The Target no longer requires sleep. In fact the Target cannot sleep. However, the Target still needs rest, and are still subject to all of the other causes of fatigue.
Limit: Must be a Ritualist for Augmentation Rituals.
Cost: Market Price: 12,000 Ryo Performing Price: 9,000 Ryo

Cloak's appearance on both twins

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[Inoryu]

    After crossing the borders of Rain, Stone, and Bear, Inoryu Yamanaka would work his way North and enter from the South part of the town. He noted the small, but very asymmetrical gathering of what he cautiously presumed were other ninja that had answered the town's distress, which he gathered by Itada's presence. Due to Inoryu's eidetic memory, he could recall their encounter vividly. Inoryu had a wild expression as he observed the large sabretooth beside him, and it reinforced the notion that Itada was a ninja, here to hopefully complete the same mission as Inoryu. He would rather remain friendly to Seiryu rather than contending against him or others.

    Inoryu wore a plain dark grey shirt, black cargo shorts, low black boots and felt exceedingly grateful that he had equipped all of his armor. Pristine quality, stealth enhanced umbrite protected his right arm, right shoulder, torso, and head as well as deepened the substance of the shadows around him in a two meter radius. He had secured his tanto to his right thigh. He approached the trio with caution, the unnatural silence of the land made the simple task appear daunting. The large sabretooth tiger made it even more so. He would chuckle nervously to release some of the tension, "It's been a while, friend." Inoryu would glance at the eerie signpost and read its contents.  

    Inoryu had a habit of checking the contents of his butt bags by feeling the outside of them with his hand. He recalled that his left butt pack contained a gas mask, a standard bottle filled with purified water, a spyglass, flint, 40 holder enhancements, four blood increasing pills, five zipties, 10 military ration pills, a speedy healing herb, and a series of explosive tags (3 Fire, 5 Cold, 4 Lightning, 5 Acid, 5 Negative, 4 Radiant). His right butt pack contained one slot of caltrops, one slot of darts, five small disks, two slots of kunai attached with explosive tags; ice, lightning, radiant, and fire, two slots of hira shuriken, 49 senbon, and two slots bo shuriken. He hid another slot of hira shuriken and three kunai underneath his shirt using an adhesive. "Are you all here to relieve this village too?" Inoryu asked, "If so, then please consider me an ally." 
  

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Jutsu active-

Concealed Blade (one slot hira shuriken, one slot kunai, one half slot kunai)
Rank: "B"
Skill: TaiJutsu/Supplementary
Effect: The user is able to hide multiple weapons on them without the aid of a slot holder.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: A Throwing Specialist without a weapon is like a wolf without teeth; many do not encounter them very often. In addition to secondary weapons carried in the usual and obvious places such as slot containers, the Throwing Specialist may conceal a number of secondary weapons equal to 1/2 slot per Class Level without the need of a slot holder. This technique gives the user an additional +25 to their Sleight of Hand against Observation checks to find these weapons.
Limit: Must be a Throwing Specialist.



My Armor-


Pristine Helmet (Umbrite)
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Protection, Armour
Effect: Armour created to protect the head of the wearer.
Special: Shadows around the wearer seem to be deeper and darker in a two meter radius.
Drawback: ---
Hardness: 16
Armour Points/Inch: 50
Description: Armour that protects all sides of the head of the wearer but the eyes, nose, and mouth. The border around the eyes are open and shaped like a butterfly's wings to prevent any restriction of visibility. The top of the helmet is fluted (ridged) from the top to the end, coming down to a hemmed point to further enhance the illusion of butterfly wings. Umbrite is a Non Magnetic Material; a dark, dense metal of surprising hardness. Beyond its capable performance as a metal, umbrite is remarkable for its light-absorbing qualities. The user gains a +15 circumstance bonus against an Observer’s Observation check per Armour Piece. Shadows around them seem to be deeper and darker. This affects a 2-meter area around the wielder and does not extend to others. In addition, the stealth enhancement grants a +75 Competence Bonus on Stealth Checks.
Armour Class: 1.
Limit: Crafted by Inoryu Yamanaka.
Cost: Undetermined.


Pristine Torso Armour Piece (Umbrite)
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Protection, Armour
Effect: Armour created to protect torso, abdomen, and back of the wearer.
Special: Shadows around the wearer seem to be deeper and darker in a two meter radius.
Drawback: ---
Hardness: 16
Armour Points/Inch: 75
Description: Armour that protects the torso, abdomen, and back of the wearer. Consists of a back plate to protect the entire back, a breastplate fluted to accentuate the chest, a plackart to reinforce the breastplate, and faulds to protect the abdomen. The plackart was crafted with such detail that in the center of the plackart is a fierce and winding dragon that gives the armor a majestic presence. The fluting (soft practical and aesthetic ridges), dragon, and design of the rivets make the armor not only highly effective but a stunning work of art. Umbrite is a Non Magnetic Material; a dark, dense metal of surprising hardness. Beyond its capable performance as a metal, umbrite is remarkable for its light-absorbing qualities. The user gains a +15 circumstance bonus against an Observer’s Observation check per Armour Piece. Shadows around them seem to be deeper and darker. This affects a 2-meter area around the wielder and does not extend to others. In addition, the stealth enhancement grants a +75 Competence Bonus on Stealth Checks.
Armour Class: 4.
Limit: Crafted by Inoryu Yamanaka.
Cost: Undetermined.


Pristine Right-Side Pauldron (Umbrite)
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Protection, Armour
Effect: Armour created to protect the right shoulder of the wearer.
Special: Shadows around the wearer seem to be deeper and darker in a two meter radius.
Drawback: ---
Hardness: 16
Armour Points/Inch: 50
Description: Armour that protects the right shoulder of the wearer. It is fluted with soft ridges around the border making the armor appear worthy of a noble. Umbrite is a Non Magnetic Material; a dark, dense metal of surprising hardness. Beyond its capable performance as a metal, umbrite is remarkable for its light-absorbing qualities. The user gains a +15 circumstance bonus against an Observer’s Observation check per Armour Piece. Shadows around them seem to be deeper and darker. This affects a 2-meter area around the wielder and does not extend to others. In addition, the stealth enhancement grants a +75 Competence Bonus on Stealth Checks.
Armour Class: 1.
Limit: Crafted by Inoryu Yamanaka.
Cost: Undetermined.


Pristine Right-Side Arm Armour (Umbrite)
Rank: "S"
Type: Main, Protection, Armour
Effect: Armour created to protect the right arm of the wearer.
Special: Shadows around the wearer seem to be deeper and darker in a two meter radius.
Drawback: ---
Hardness: 16
Armour Points/Inch: 50
Description: The Arm Armour consists of 3 parts: the upper cannon which is intended to protect the upper arms, the lower cannon which is intended to protect the lower arms, and the couter which is used to connect the two pieces together while protecting the elbow. The upper and lower cannons have three reinforcement plates and is softly fluted along the borders making it appear worthy of a noble. Umbrite is a Non Magnetic Material; a dark, dense metal of surprising hardness. Beyond its capable performance as a metal, umbrite is remarkable for its light-absorbing qualities. The user gains a +15 circumstance bonus against an Observer’s Observation check per Armour Piece. Shadows around them seem to be deeper and darker. This affects a 2-meter area around the wielder and does not extend to others. In addition, the stealth enhancement grants a +75 Competence Bonus on Stealth Checks.
Armour Class: 1.
Limit: Crafted by Inoryu Yamanaka.
Cost: Undetermined.

[Master Game]

The four shinobi and wildcat awkwardly met up at the cobbled road leading into the village. Looking around, there was nothing out of the ordinary to be noticed by any of the four shinobi investigating the ghost town. Nothing really changed at first once Itada arrived, but seconds after the one called Inoryu had joined the fray, rapid footsteps could be heard in the distance. Upon further investigation, all five of the living creatures there could notice the figure of a small boy hurriedly running up towards them from the road ahead.

Seconds later, the young lad would trip over himself, landing on his knees near the feet of the group of shinobi.

"Um, sorry, but are you good people mercenaries here for the contract?" The young orphan boy sounded naive and hopeful, but their was urgent tone behind the high-pitched voice of his.

"I was... I was sent by the councilmen to escort you to the town-hall, where they wish to speak to you." If the group of individuals replied positively to the messenger, then the boy's eyes would light up like a torchlight as he added "Great, follow me right away, the Mayor and the councilmen have been expecting you." The rough-looking messenger boy would then turn his back and begin to lead the group if they followed.

[M$]

Truthfully, Burakku noticed the newcomers before I did.. no doubt thanks to his acute hearing and sensitive nose. The King of Ame's jungles would shift his giant body in a way to face the newcomers. Eight inches of dangerous intent protruded from the King's mouth in the form of elongated fangs. Burakku was far from sweet– he was a beast, to say the least, and if his size wasn't enough to make you wary of him, then his personality surely would.

Violent, aggressive, and intimidating.. he ran his territory with an iron fang.

My head turned as I heard the movements of my pet.. I had been around him long enough to understand what and why he did what he did. Like me, the land of Rain had made him untrusting of everything and everyone. It was part of the equation that made him the perfect companion– he was only loyal to me, but even that bond was fragile.

"Stand down, King", I spoke, waving off his aggressive actions. He was relunctant at first, but he was an obedient creature. He fell back on his hind legs as he submitted to the authority of my voice, but his eyes were glued onto the twins, and his fangs hung from the roof of his mouth like a bat in a cave.

My gaze traveled to meet the face of the two newcomers, and I was surprised to see they both possessed the same face. Twins? Surely, why were they holding hands? No matter; such trivial things did little to hold my attention, but there was one thing about these two that piqued my interest. Not only were the dressed rather finely, but gold crowns and gold rings always translated into Ryo.

The payout for this mission was 150,000 Ryo. Looking at these two, my initial thought was to take what they had and skip out on this haunted town. fortunately, yet another made his presence known, and this one I knew.

It was Inoryu– a shinobi of the Hidden Grass. We had met briefly some time ago, and worked together to hone our genjutsu skills.

"Long time, no see", I replied back to the genjutsu master. I could tell he was a bit tentative around Burakku, but I would make no actions to ease this. In a world of ninja, it was best to never be comfortable.

I would nod toward him in response to his statement about the contract, confirming his thoughts about me being here to aid this village. Even though he was only partially correct, there was no need in correcting him.

"And what of you two?", I asked, the question being directed toward the twins. I would wait pateiently for their response.

Soon after, a small boy would come from deeper into the village heading toward the three before falling in front of the group. He explained that the council of the town would like to meet with us at the city hall before scurrying off, intending for us to follow.

After the twins would give their answer, and Inoryu was ready, a single appendage would signal for the King to follow. His massive girth would rise and toward the town hall we headed.

[Starnaess]

The moment Kaelynn's eyes met  with the sabertooth's she stopped counting the slabs and instead shared an intense gaze with the mammal which abruptly stopped after a couple of seconds "Darling, i want it!" she  screamed while she pointed her left hand's index finger toward the mammal and at the same time  she pulled Kael's hand to grab his attention. Kael would shift his focus briefly to  stare at the huge cat and simply replied with a non interested sound "Mhh"

Kaelynn would lower herself and open her left hand palm up extending it even further toward the mammal hoping he would come closer and let her pet him. If that did not happen She would keep stepping toward the sabertooth until she was within arm's reach and would then attempt to pet him.

While his carefree otherhalf kept messing with the sabertooth Kael had more pressing concerns for yet another figure appeared from the south and seemed to be heading toward them. As he got  closer, the sabertooth's owner and the new arrival seemed to know eachother for they began to talk and seemed to be in a friendly mood. Briefly after the two  shared their hellos the taller one would turn toward the twins "Are you all here to relieve this village too?" "If so, then please consider me an ally."  The other man would nod and then turn toward the twins and ask "And what of you two?"

Before Kael could reply, Kaelynn would  "I am here for the sabertooth!" she said joyously as she smiled while raising her right arm as to prove that  she was the one that said that. "No we are not, darling -  stop messing around ,we are here to work" would say Kael with a serious yet soft voice.

He would then nod toward the pair and ask "What are your names? If we are here for the same purpose we may need to know eachother's"

Not long after the two replied a badly dressed and clearly not well fed child ran toward them and asked if they were the m ercenaries that the village requested he would then ask everyone to follow him toward the town hall. While the twins  twins agreed, before following him Kael decided to create a shadow version of himself.

The shadow would look exactly like kael but his skin would be dark as the night and his eyed would be red as fire. Through a telepathic link , Kael would order it to explore the village by himself and to refer of anything unusual or interesting that he may find. As she shadow left the twins began to follow the child.

The shadow  would enter the village and beginto  explore various houses all the while remaining attentive and observant of his surroundings , scouting for traps or possible enemies or their tracks. He would also remain as stealthy as possible while attempting to hear any sounds that may catch his ear. All of this while being aided by the blue eyed gem's detect chakra ability.

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Bikou (My Shadow) 80
Rank: A
Skill: Ninjutsu
Effect: This technique allows the user to make its shadow come to life and take the form of the person that summoned it, This is like a clone but has different principles to it. The shadow clone is now a individual person that thinks, talks, has somewhat of an opposite personality of the person that created it, but still acts a bit similar to them in small ways. The shadow knowns almost all their craters jutsu ( 90% to be exact). This shadow can't be destroyed like a regular clone, and has to be physically killed like a human being, The user that summons up the shadow is now telepathically linked to them. The shadow also has some unique abilities that normal clones seem to lack on. The shadow is able to change it's physical form at will back into it's shadow state from once before. The shadow is able to travel at incredible speed if it is back in it's regular shadow form. (Which is your shadow that is cast in the sunlight)
Special: Hand Seals {Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Dog, Goat, Ox} Must be performed eight times in a row.
Drawback: This move can only be performed once ever 24 hours, so when you shadow disappears you must way 24 hours to bring him back. When your shadow clone is up and about, you and your clone don't reflect a shadow in the day unless the shadow choice to go back into that its regular form and travel around like that.
Description: Once the shadow is someone, it takes on the likeness of the person that had made it. It looks exactly like them, except that the clothing it is wearing, seem to be a bit darker. As well as the skin tone of the shadow is a bit darker then the crater as well, the eyes of the shadow are dark red no matter what you do to try to change them.
Limit: This maybe Taught by the master of this technique.

[Inoryu]

    Inoryu observed the twins and noted the female's reckless attitude towards the sabretooth. She was either confident in her abilities or oblivious to danger. The Yamanaka's eyebrows shifted to concern as she insisted on petting the huge cat. Inoryu was prepared to react if the situation turned sour, preferring in this instance to move to relative safety rather than interfere with the sabretooth's and Itada's response. As he observed the girl move closer to the sabretooth, a cautious hand was rubbing the paper of an explosive tag in his left butt pack. He was naturally inclined to be cautious, but the unnatural and threatening silence of the land reinforced this attitude. Despite this, he would appear composed to all those who observed him and do his best to maintain a degree of professionalism towards his clients and allies. Inoryu's concerned expression transformed into a nervous chuckle when asked for his name, "My name is Yamanaka, Inoryu, and yours?" 

    Shortly after, an orphan approached them with the intent of leading them to the council. The boy was reckless for approaching as close as he did, and when he fell, Inoryu weaved a hand seal unique to the Yamanaka clan directed at the huge, looming sabretooth in case the opportunity of a meal held too much sway. Compared to Omo who was tamed and excellent around people even without his master, this cat looked barely manageable and would undoubtedly kill if he had his chance whether it was for food, territory, or pleasure. He imagined the boy limp in the maw of the smilodon and was prepared to prevent that scenario. However, the moment passed as the boy got up and relayed his message and Inoryu released the hand seal. Watching the huge cat closely, Inoryu answered the boy and agreed to follow him, however, he noticed one of the twins initiating his own jutsu and refused to turn his back on him.

    The Yamanaka didn't recognize the long series of hand seals, but observed as Kael's shadow took his shape and became realized as a clone before departing with his own assignment. He would track the shadow's movements for as long as his observation allowed and watched as the twins too followed after the boy, Itada and his sabretooth. Preferring the back of the formation to keep an eye on them and his surroundings [Observation: 142], Inoryu followed as well. The eeriness of the silence and the presence of his temporary allies elevated his discomfort. The sooner he could liberate this town, the better.   

[Master Game]

The mercenaries tagged along along behind the orphan as he began the short trip to the town-hall. The small group moved through the still town with caution, while the boy lead them on. As far as they were concerned, there were no immediate nor potential threats that could be perceived in anyway at the moment. However, as they walked passed the oddly quiet blocks of hamlet houses, doors would begin to creek open slightly and windows swing open. Dishevelled faces stared at the small group as they passed, narrowing their eyes as they whispered and muttered in both curiosity and distrust. The stressed townspeople were all more than a little shaken up my the mysterious tragedies that occurred in Bremervoord, to the point that almost all productivity had dropped. It was hard for them to resume their normal lives and going-ons knowing the evil lurking in Bremervoord forest was so close by.

This despair-ridden township needed assurance, they needed confidence in the fact that all would be well and the hired mercenaries would rid their forest of evil had perhaps bring back the missing townsmen. Would this odd mix of characters truly be the the light to guide this village out from darkness? Maybe, though that would be up to shinobi to answer themselves. After about ten minutes of walking, the small group would come across a rather posh-looking building compared those that they had recently passed. There were two sullen looking guardsmen by the entrance, men that the young orphan boy would bow his head to before excitedly stammering that the visitors the council were expecting were here.

"Well that much is obvious boy, now scuttle off! Your work is done, we'll lead them inside." Said guardsman no. 1 as he waved a hand at the boy dismissively. Him and his colleague were fully-clad in chainmail and iron, a standard set of armour well-polished and looked after from the looks of it.

Suddenly the other guardsman raised his shiny halberd abruptly and pointed it at the group, well Burakku specifically. "Great scott! Is that a smilodon?!" The young man's eyes widened, apprehension and slight panic evident on his face.

The older and more mature, first guard put up one of his hands as he calmly tried to defused the situation.

"Keep that thing down Johann! Can't you see the beast is tame." Guardsman no. 1 sighed before addressing the shinobi. "Listen, tame or not, we cannot allow your animal companion inside. Please have him wait out here or guide him out of the town."

If the order was complied with then the first guardsman would nod at Johann, signalling him to say something.

"You can follow me, the Mayor and the rest of the council are already waiting for you inside." Johann announced as he opened the large double-doors into the building and set off. It seemed the councilmen of Tarkew understood the essence of time or bore respect for shinobi, or perhaps they were too eager to solve the town's problem to care about their own personal safety. Either way, the group of individuals would then be free to enter, with all their weapons and equipment still on them and no interrogating questions asked beforehand.


Meanwhile the living shadow birthed of kael's chakra would do his part by looking around town. He would also come across cautious townsfolk and was met by suspicious glares for the most part. As he did his reconnaissance he would discover no tracks, enemies nor traps, just a small village still on edge from recent tragedies that had occurred. Kael's shadow had a couple options at this time, a few of which being that he could either try to talk to talk to some of the edgy villagers and perhaps try to gain their trust while snooping for more info, visit one of the only public establishments still open(A small, rickety-looking bar), or perhaps take a look at the town's general notice-board. Other than that there wasn't much to do, and he was already beginning to stand out.

[M$]

"Itada Seiryu of Rain Village", I replied to the male twin, surprised that Burakku hadn't already taken a swipe at the other, less serious twin with his massive claws. There wasn't too many people who could enter his space as she had done, let alone pet him; but there she was.. doing just that.

The walk to the town hall was awkward to say the least. Doors creaked open slowly as we passed, eyes full of curiosity, despair, and maybe fear washed over us as we continued. Although physically it would look like I wasn't paying the villagers any attention as we proceeded, I could almost feel the despair of this place. Ten minutes later we arrived at our destination, the town hall, where there were too guards dressed in iron and chain mail he boy seemed to gravitate to.

Without him even saying a word, the two guardsmen dismissed him immediately with a wave of his hand.

The younger guards reaction to Burakku was most pleasing. Was it admiration or fear that caused him to yelp out in such a way? No matter. What did matter was what the older one said next from his mouth.

It seemed the King was not allowed inside the hall. Understandable, if not anything else. At nine feet tall, it was unlikely that Burakku could exist comfortably in such a place. Also, the female twin had managed to befriend him, but every human would not have that luxury; what was supposed to be a warm embrace could quickly turn into a gory mess depending on the mood of the beast at that time.

The request wasn't unreasonable, and I'd figured a while back that I would have to leave Burakku outside if I were to enter any establishment. The request was reasonable, and so they would get no defiance from me. I did, however, have a condition.

"Of course", I began my response. "However, I will not tie him up. As long as he isn't bothered, he will not bother anyone", I finished. If this was acceptable, I'd leave Burakku on his own for a bit as we entered to hall to meet those councilmen.

If not agreed to, I had two options: to wait and allow Inoryu and the twins to relay the Intel to me, or to play puppet master via my genjutsu.

[Starnaess]

Furry , warm , beautiful and imposing were the words Kaelynn would use if she were asked to describe the beast. The first time her hand met with the grey and gold furry mantle a giggle would come out of her mouth followed by a smile  and a face expression that almost resembled that of a woman in love. She walked side by side with the beast keeping her left hand onto his right side as they followed the poor looking and clearly malnourished boy.

It wouldnt take long before the group reached the townhall protected by two guardsman - nothing was impressive about them, nor their armor neither their aura - Kael remained silent as he listened to the guards blabbing on about their safety and their demands - as if they could impose any of them. He didnt like being ordered around, especially from those much weaker than him, however he remained calm for he had a purpose , he wanted to hear what happened to the village from the most important man in town - he also wanted to know exactly what the problem was and what the reward would be, he was not going to do charity work after all.

"That is not going to happen" Said Kaelynn to the guards as they told her that her new friend could not join her in the warmth of their townshall. The look in her eyes shifted from love to anger in the blink of an eye. How could they punish that majestic creature simply for being stronger than them? Acting on  fear was something that Kaelynn despised the most and due to their reaction she could clearly tell why this village fell to such dismay.

"You asked for our help yet you refuse to let one of us in, later on i might decide to help you but refuse to save one of you - does that sound fair?". Kael understood where she was coming from, he could feel her anger through the link they shared. He agreed with her and certeinly was not the one that was going to stop his lover from telling her opinion to some peasants.

If the guards complied everyone would enter the building peacetully, if they refused Kaelynn would attempt to intimidate the men with her gaze alone.

Kael's shadow decided to head to the bar first - after all most informations can be gathered at such places - he needed to hear the townfolk's version of their story and then compare it to the one the mayor was going to tell them. Due to the mindlink between the twins and the shadow anything one heard, the other would hear too.

Jumping down from a rooftop the shadow walked toward the bar , but before entering he would try to hear if sounds were coming from the bar , he wanted to know if people were inside before entering. Based on that information he would then place his hand  onto the door as he  tried to open it wide. If succesful he would then scout the area for people, keeping track of their position and number if there were any. If there were indeed people in the bar Kael's shadow would then approach the bartender and order the town's specialty. As he did that he would start a conversation with the person behind the counter by first introducing himself "Name's Kael, beside a good drink id like some information." His tone was a serious one ans his face expression would match that. He was there for business and he was going to get answers.

If the place however, happened to be empty he would scout the area some more looking for anything unusual and would then head toward one of those windows that had previously opened before as he passed by and attempt to make contact with one of the villagers.

[Inoryu]

    Many curious people inspected the ninja as they passed through the town. He understood that their hope and salvation were entrusted to him and his allies and assessed that the discomfort really came from the ominous atmosphere of the land itself rather than the townsfolk specifically. The townsfolk appeared to be apparitions in a ghost town, doors and windows creaked open and revealed desperate faces. It was a long ten minutes until the party arrived at a building that may have been considered fashionable to the land, but to Inoryu, who is a foreigner to the country and first time visitor, it looked very unfamiliar. The building as well as the guards were the first impressions of the influential people inside. 

    An eyebrow raised slightly at the guard's expression. Inoryu was behind the party so he had unimpeded view of the situation and was patient for the argument to be resolved. If Itada decided to wait outside, Inoryu would have no apprehension to playing liaison after the meeting was concluded. It seemed that the argument would be resolved when the twins, for reasons he couldn't understand, challenged the guards. Inoryu tried to appease the twins by saying, "Let's be reasonable, we are the guests." If the twins or the guards didn't press the issue further, Inoryu would follow inside after them. 

[Master Game]

It seemed that Itada had little problem with the guardsmens' requests, only adding that he would not tie Burakku up, and that the big cat was perfectly tame and wouldn't bother anyone. That was perfectly reasonable, and so guardsman no. 1 nodded his head in agreement. But before they could conclude with Johann letting them through, the woman called Kaelynn refused to comply, putting her foot down as she firmly insisted that the smilodon remain with them as they entered the Town-hall to meet the Mayor and the rest of the council. She then reinforced her words with a loathing glare.

Johann nervously avoided her gaze, mumbling something incoherently. But Max, the senior guardsman, remained stern.

"Listen lady, this place, like many places in this world, have rules and regulations. I don't make them, part of job is to simply enforce them. No animals that aren't pre-dominantly domestic are allowed inside the Town-hall." Max sighed, his cold eyes not looking particularly bothered by any of this.

"That is a rule. Our orders aren't to make exceptions for anybody. If you really don't want to part with that big cat, then the best I can do is send Johann off to report to that you and and your group have arrived, and that you request special permission to have the smilodon accompany you as you enter." The man droned on.

If the lady remained stubborn and still refused to give in, Max would indeed send Johann to go request special permission for the mercenaries. However, The veteran guardsman seriously doubted the mayor would allow such, even for guests whose presence was critical to the survival of the small town. But who knew? With the way things were in Tarkew now, there was a good chance that the Mayor was too desperate and stressed-out to care about a smilodon prowling the corridors of the Townhall. In the meantime, he would have to wait for Johann to return with the answer to that question.



Meanwhile, Kael's shadow decided that his first course of action would be to gather intel at the town's only bar. Approaching the entrance, the shadow man would strain his ears to hear voices, movement or any evidence that there were people outside. He would find no such evidence unfortunately, no footsteps or voices emanating from the bar's interior. if Kael still decided to progress through the door, he would pry it open with little resistance. Scanning his environment, and scouting the various tables, Kael would find no one, the bar being seemingly deserted.

But upon closer inspection, there did seem to be one person left in the establishment. The bartender himself, half-sleep behind his counter and pouring a drink for himself with shaky hands. It was a middle-aged man with faded brown locks of hair, nicely snipped into a decent hair-cut. Startled, marine-green eyes gazed upon the newcomer, obviously a bit surprised to have a customer at this time. Kael approached confidently, simply ordering the bar's speciality as if he were a regular.

Raising an eye-brow, the bartender thought of how strange it was to see a new face, especially one that just walked through as if he'd already visited plenty of times prior to this day. In a time when even his most loyal regulars hadn't bothered to show their faces in these dark times, he was met by a stranger he'd never seen before in his life. That was when it hit him, he was probably one of the mercenaries hired to investigate Bremervoord forest and find the missing townsfolk. The mayor had announced that they would be arriving today to get the job done, and considering the circumstances, this man was likely part of them.

"Name's Kael, beside a good drink i'd like some information." The bartender almost chuckled, that no-doubt confirmed it, this man was a mercenary.

"The name's Jethro." The bartender said, sliding Kael his drink from the across the counter. "You seem like a respectable young man. If it's info your looking for I'm afraid I haven't been supplied much of that lately." The man suddenly narrowed his eyes. "That is, unless you wanna know what's been going on in this town?"

[M$]

"That will not be necessary", I replied to the guardsmen as she responded to Kaelynn's demands. "Please, let's proceed"; I added further.

My attention then shifted over to the female twin. "It is alright, madam. He will be fine out here", the words escaped from my lips accompanied with a warming smile. I admired the way she stood up for my beast, even if she was a little...off.

My body would then shift back forward, facing the guards and the direction I assumed to be was toward the door of the City Hall. Facing Burakku, I formed a single gesture with my right hand; it was a sign he knew all too well, and it meant stay. He would walk in a circle before lowering his body to the ground in a comfortable position, facing away from the tower. His head held high, one could still see the monstrous fangs that hung from his mouth.

As for me, I entered behind the guardsmen, following them as they lead us through. As long as the team continued unimpeded, my main focus would be on observing the building as we traversed through it. I wasn't looking for traps of anything of the like.. I simply was curious how the world was outside of Ame.

[Starnaess]

Rage. That was the only thing she felt in that moment - how dare they? First they ask for their help and then refuse their orders. It had to be a mistake...right? perhaps they thought that those were requests and not orders. It could not stand - spitting in their faces right after asking for their help and demanding to bow down. Kaelynn had enough. She would  conjure a greatsword , pulling it out of her dimensional pocket  After a quick series of handseals she started to grow and grow until she hit 40 meters in height and 500 tons in weight. Looking down at the guards that now looked like ants she would rise her right arm up at shoulder's height and would move it backwards. At the same time her left foot would move forward as the right one moved backwards and tilted on the side - she was entering her fighting stance and was ready to strike. "You should think twice before answering this question - Is the Smilodon allowed in?".

If they still refused ,with the help of her left hand holding and stabilizing the sword she would twist her abdomen causing a sudden rush of streight  allowing her to turn in the opposite direction. with the greatsword that surpassed her size by ten meters she would cleave the mayor's building  removing the rooftop in the swing's arc. Using her blade she would make sure that  the cut was clean and precise cutting only the mayor's roof top. Using and twisting her blade she would then carry the rooftop onto the blade making sure that neither debris nor the rooftop itself fell onto the town or its inhabitants - this was a show of power, not violence after all.  If the cat was not allowed in then they would not enter, however  they would still have a conversation with the mayor on their own terms, talking from outside the building.

However, if they accepted she would gladly shrink and a smile would appear on her face. With a happy voice she would then walk through the doors and say "See? it wasnt hard" giggling toward the end of the sentence. If that happened Kael would start laughing as he walked in.

Meanwhile, Kael's  shadow would strike a conversation with the bartender. "its a pleasure to make yoiur aquaintance jethro. Kael nodded and then followed "Yes id appreciate that, any information with as many details as possible would greatly help me help you". Kael's expression would remain serious while keeping his tone as a peaceful one. After talking, he would play around with the glass oving it from his left hand to his right as he waited for the bartender to talk.

Jutsu used.

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Grand Multi Size Technique 40 TP
Rank: "B"
Skill: NinJutsu
Effect: A technique allowing the Akimichi to grow 3 size categories larger.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Duration of this technique is 2 rounds per Class Level. This technique functions like Multi Size Technique, except the user gains triple the benefits, 3 size categories and the following; +12 Size Bonus to Might, -6 Size Penalty to Agility, +6 Size Bonus to Toughness, +8 Size Bonus to Natural Armour, and all benefits and weaknesses equating to the Size Category they become. On the round the technique should end, the user may spend a weaving movement to sustain the technique and renew its effect on the same round; doing so still costs chakra as if they were performing the technique normally. Any increased item that leaves the enlarged user's possession (including a projectile or thrown) instantly returns to its normal size. This technique's effect does not stack with other non-permanent size increase, but will overlap said effect and make them stronger if possible. The Save to maintain the technique if suffering damage higher than 40 + 2 x User's Toughness is a Fortitude 20. At this size user is unable to perform Chakra, Soul, Ritual (Including Augmentation) Jutsus unless performing Akimichi techniques.
Limit: Must be an Akimichi. Must know Improved Multi Size Technique.

Requip Seal
Rank: "S"
Skill: Fūinjutsu
Effect: The seal and activation technique that allows the user to instantaneously transport equipment to and from a pocket dimension.
Special: ----
Drawback: ---
Description: The seal used for Requip. This specially designed seal allows the user to teleport objects to and from a dimensional pocket. The seal can be applied to any item that is medium, or smaller through physical contact. Applying the seal is a 1 minute movement. The seal glows faintly for a moment before disappearing, becoming transparent to any visual eye. This seal acts as a bond from the item to the user. Each time performed consumes 1 Charge of Requip Seal. This only works on inanimate objects (not creatures).
Requip - Duration: Instantaneous. Range: Up to 3,000 Miles (Use Naruto Geography Thread). Range is only applicable if user is not within range of the item within the realm of the user's location. This does not apply to the dimensional pocket. This technique allows the user to store items in a pocket dimension so they can easily summon it at any time, even during battle, which gives them a high level of flexibility in combat. Summoning an item from the Dimensional Pocket equals to a "D" Rank weaving movement. With the same movement the user may replace an item they are holding or wearing. Placing an object into the dimensional pocket takes no movements. User may sacrifice multiple weaving movements to summon multiple objects (example: multiple armour pieces, 2 or more swords, etc.) in a single movement.
Gate of Babylon: Duration: Instantaneous and Concentration. Range: 7 meter radius sphere centered around the user and 7 meters + 6 meters per Class Level attack range. Also known as Divine Gate. A broader version of Requip, built as an attack. The user connects to the space of reality to their dimensional pocket, opening an invisible door that allows for the contents inside the dimensional portal to pass through upon the user's command. Range of effect is 7 meter radius sphere centered around the user. Performing this attack is an "S" Rank weaving movement. When completed the weapons appear and the user may release all of the weapons as a single attack, shooting them at a straight line with a distance of 7 meters + 6 meters per Class Level. Each weapon deals weapon damage (including material damage, or any Enhancement Seal that increases damage). Objects within range of effect may be teleported back into the dimensional portal at a rate of "D" Rank weaving movement per item. User may sacrifice multiple weaving movements to summon multiple objects (example: multiple armour pieces, 2 or more swords, etc.) in a single movement.

[Inoryu]

    "Good," Inoryu thought as the situation appeared to be resolved with Itada's respectful gesture, ready to proceed. As he was about to head in the building, again, the female twin continued to cause a scene. Inoryu frowned with repulsion as she threatened the guards. "Materialistic, vain, inclined to her ego. The cat isn't even her companion and she's disrupting my mission," Inoryu thought. Her behavior was repulsive, to say the least, so he formed a single hand seal with his pointer and middle fingers. A shadow clone, imbued with the chakra artificer trait, appeared a couple of meters beside him. Inoryu moved away from the scene determined to investigate without further impediments, leaping ten meters at a time towards the residential area while the shadow clone remained.

    "I'm not with her," the shadow clone stated, "if you would please allow me to speak to the client." He looked upon the huge girl with disgust yet disguised it with indifference, though she probably couldn't discern such a facial expression from her height, especially since her attention was towards the guards. He wondered how far her insanity went considering that she was drunk on power and trying to make demands of the client. Her materialistic appearance made it clear she did not need the money, so what exactly was she there for? He remembered her stating that she was there for the sabretooth and suddenly it seemed less of a joke and more serious intent.

    Inoryu would arrive at the line of identical thatch-roof houses and knock on the wooden door of the first. If someone was there to receive him, he would state his name and say, "I am here to relieve the village of its current predicament." If he was received well or welcomed into their home, he would enter and take off his shoes if requested, then ask, "Does Tarkew have any political enemies or competition for resources?" He had a line of questioning to get through so he would allow the villager to answer thoroughly before moving on to the next. He would maintain the model of asking a question, hearing the answer, and asking the next question, "Is there anybody you could think of that would hire ninja to sabotage Tarkew for economical or political reasons? What can you tell me about the people who have gone missing, please tell me everything about them. Is there any evidence in Bremervoord that might suggest that an animal or creature is the cause of the disappearances? Are they any survivors? Is there anything you wish to add? Is there someone you could introduce me to that might have more information, if so would you take me to said person?" [Current Affairs: 135 for all questions]

    If no one was home, he would move on to the next home and introduce himself in the same manner before proceeding with the same line of questioning. He was trying to determine what was the cause of the palpable unrest throughout the village. He would continue knocking on doors until he found someone to interview. Throughout his line of questioning, he would put aside any rumors and look for the facts.

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Current Affairs (135)
Rank: "E"
Skill: Academia Skill
Effect: This skill helps a character know the goings-on in the world around them.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Relevant Abilities: Perception Skill. Die Rolls: 5 Die Rolls. Check Requirement: Game Master/Normal. User tries to keep informed of all the latest developments in any region. The information obtained is always publicly available knowledge and never secret or classified information. With a successful Current Affairs skill check, the character successfully asks questions and learns information about the local area. On a failed check, people either don’t know or refuse to answer the character's nosey questions. Unskilled characters have access to local rumors as would be expected. Those with Average mastery should receive twice the ordinary amount of rumors while those of Expert mastery know all local rumors if they seek them out. In addition, those with Advanced mastery or above may check the veracity of any rumors they encounter by having a Game Master roll a [secret] skill check. If successful, the user identifies a single false rumor.
Limit: Must learn from Skills.


Mastery Level The character can learn...

-Unskilled- Major developments (wars, well-publicized events) occurring in his local area, local rumors

-Novice- Names and faces of prominent local citizens, major local developments (i.e. 10 mile radius)

-Average- With whom local citizens associate and how frequently; major developments over a large area (i.e. about a 50 mile radius)

-Advanced- Political leanings/alliances of prominent local citizens; major developments over a great area (i.e. about a 200-mile radius)

-Expert- Political leanings/alliances of prominent citizens of the kingdom; major developments over a huge area (approx. 600 mile radius)

-Master- Political leanings/alliances of prominent citizens throughout the civilized world; major developments in the whole known world

[Master Game]

Kaelynn was indeed infuriated by the guard's reasonable and lacklustre response. Max noticed the look of outrage on her face with a slightly raised eyebrow. Edit: After the lady grew and whatnot and asked the guards her menacing question, Max would indeed realise that this woman could not be reasoned with. Weighing his options, he was sure that letting a smilodon prowl the halls had less terrible consequences than refusing to comply with the raging woman's demands.
The two guardsmen begrudgingly gave in and let the band of shinobi enter with the big cat. Surely it would cost them their jobs, but at least it didn't cost them their lives unlike what could've happened had they not complied. It was a sad thing how those with power could utterly assume control and dominate those weaker than them. The group would be allowed to enter, and if they did, they would walk down a well-lit, spacious corridor with many different branching ones that made the place reminiscent of a maze. A person could easily get lost, but the shinobi were told that all they had to do was keep walking straight. They'd pass by a few emissaries and staff, some stopping to stare a bit before continuing on in their own directions but no guards until they finally reached another set of double-doors that lead to presumably where the Mayor and his council resided.

"Huh, are you five the mercenaries hired?" One of the guards asked. "Wasn't someone from the front meant to escort you here?" The other would ask if the group answered positively.

"Nevermind, this way, the Mayor and council have been expecting you. Usually we'd have to confiscate all weaponry but these circumstances are... different." The guard said, knocking three times on the double-doors before swiftly opening them up for the shinobi to enter.



Concurrently, the original Inoryu who took a hike to get away from what could've been a fiasco would try to knock on the first house he saw. Nothing. It seemed either the owner wasn't going to open the door for the stranger he might've spied through the window, or simply wasn't at home in the first place. The boy's second attempt would prove successful, but he would be met by a disgruntled old man who bore an obvious scowl on his face. "What there hell d'ya want lad?"

However, before Jyuuken could saw anything he would be interrupted.

"Fatherrrr! Don't be so rude." A young woman with with sapphire blue hair and sparkling green eyes would peep her head over her father's shoulder. "It seems he just wants to ask a question."

The older man looked unconvinced, and between his receeding hairline and clearly visible laugh-lines on his forehead, he was most likely deep into his mid-life crisis. The young woman took over from her father, listening to Inoryu as he stated his name and why he was there before welcoming him into their home. The father had some resistance at first, but he couldn't bring himself to argue with his only daughter. Revealing her name to be Anael, she lead Inoryu into a cosy living room after he removed his shoes, where he took a seat on a couch. Inoryu began to ask his questions and Anael would answer them swiftly, recognising him as someone who's importance to their troubled town of Tarkew invaluable.

She answered no for the first question, reinforcing that Tarkew was a relatively isolated town and that not even many travellers came by. She answered no to the second question. For his final and most complicated question, she would let him know that she was acquainted with one or two of the people who went missing. One of them a lumberjack who was a good friend of her father, and one of her students, a young orphan boy named Rufus who schooled at the place where she taught. Her expression became rather depressed as she began to talk of how she had known the boy, and that shortly after the first set of people had gone missing, it was heard that the boy recklessly entered the off-limits forest, with the childish notion of rescuing the missing townsfolk and becoming a hero. That was the last of which she saw the boy, she told Inoryu. Even now, she was visibly distraught, just talking about it. Anael stated re-iterated that apart from the ones she knew personally, there were others who had went missing, 12 in all. 13 if she included the old rich man who resided in a mansion somewhere in Bremervoord. The most recent disappearances were that of the most recent search party. It included two guardsmen, three volunteer men she didn't know and and old ex-hunter to serve as their guide. The town waited three days before giving up hope that they would return, with the Mayor and his council issuing a firm sanction against the entering of Bremervoord forest, while feebly trying to re-assure the townsfolk that they would have it all under control and that the missing persons would be found. Shortly after that, wild rumours began to spread and the town was thrust into chaos. Soon, weeks passed and almost all hope was lost, with the dead morale of the townsfolk leading to Tarkew losing most of its functions. But recently, the Myaor announced that they had successfully found mercenaries that would take up the job of investigating the unforgiving Bremervoord forest. This lit a tiny spark of hope in the hearts of most, but the announcement alone wasn't enough to fix things, the people had to see for themselves if the shinobi could get the job done.

"As far as I know." Anael added. "There's a large notice-board in the centre of town, nowadays there isn't much on it but it contains the names, descriptions and addresses of the missing persons as well as that of their love ones, along with details of the prohibition and sanction on Bremervoord forest." She ended with a sad smile. "I wish you good luck on what awaits you and the others, and please... if you could, please bring back Rufus safely." That would signal the end of their conversation, leaving Inroyu free to leave if he chose and continue his investigations elsewhere.

Meanwhile, at Jethro's near-empty bar, Kael's request would be met duly. Jethro already began to like Kael, and recognising him as someone of greatly-valued importance to the village, was delighted to answer his questions. He told Kael all he knew, which was in fact, pretty much all facts and rumours covered in Anael's explanation of events to Inoryu.

"Also, there lies a watch-tower somewhere by the outskirts of this town." The man added. "Not too far from the forest. Never been up there myself, but they say you can get a pretty good view of the surrounding area from up there. Pretty sure it would be good for recon if you wanted to scout at least some portion of Bremervoord... I mean, as long as you let the guards know who you are and why you're there, they'll surely let you enter." Jethro finished as he sipped on a cold beer of his own.

[M$]

Haha!

For lack of better terms, Itada liked the Dioskouri's style.

Laws, rules, regulations; such things were not meant for the strong, instead, incorporated so that the weak were protected at all times. Sheep--if you will. While those with power, like Kaelynn and himself, we're wolves.

And as all sheep do when confronted with a wolf, the guardsmen in front of the hall willingly gave in, allowing the group of four passage through the halls with Burakku trailing. His frame was massive indeed, but he was but an ant next to the gigantic twin. Her technique was both impressive, and one he had never seen before. Avoiding the urge to activate his kekkei genkai to study the twin's use of chakra more thoroughly, Itada simply grinned at the demonstration. The use of handseals now confirmed the twins to be ninja, but of what nation he wondered.

Without wasting time, he entered the establishment, continuing straight per the directions they were met by another set of guards stationed in front of large double doors. "We are", he responded to the first question proposed by the guards. The second and third notion was ignored by the Uchiha. He would let the others answer as they saw fit? Confiscate weapons? Right....

He, instead, would continue through the double doors with Burakku following his lead, using his skills in observation to take in what needed to be noticed.

[Inoryu]

    Inoryu thank Anael for her time and information as he stood up to leave her living room. He had gained valuable Intel regarding the missing persons and was able to rule out his theory that they were unwittingly at war. He deduced that the causes could be natural, but of what? He had other things to consider as well. In the meantime, he would follow up on the most obvious lead and make his way to the notice board in the center of Tarkew.

    He would read the details of the missing persons and specifically look up the address of the rich missing person that lived out in Bremervord. If the cause of Tarkew's despair was natural, then his home located out in nature might be the best place to provide a lead on the cause of the missing persons. If the directions were clear, he would follow the directions to the mansion with his compass until he was in the mansion's vicinity.

    Inoryu's shadow clone located at the entrance became angry with Kaelynn thinking that oppressing the oppressed was not a sign of strength but a sign of weakness. So perverted was her world view that it was nearly palpable and almost sickened Inoryu to the core. However, he believed that the mission at hand addressed the greater of two evils so he would keep his mouth shut lest she further disrupt, or even go as far as to threaten him or the success of the mission. He felt forced to go along with her antics for now, but would sooner part from her when possible.

    "She would gladly replace the enemy with another, perhaps one even worse, if it still meant her mission was a success. She is a tyrant or worse," he thought as he walked through the halls of building. The Yamanaka became aware that he might be the only one who genuinely cared for the good people of Tarkew. As angry as he was, he held it in until he could utilize it for something useful.