Chilly Nights & Cloudy Skies (RP/Private/M)

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

[Post one]


The female looked at the quartet in the room. All of them were pale with blonde or white hair. She noticed how tall two of them were as well. It made her slightly uncomfortable. Especially since there was only one guy there.

Her eyes made contact with a girl who seemed to be around ten or so. Marii gave her a small, yet kind smile. 'Must be one of the Genins. She can't be more than 11 or so' observed the young woman. Suddenly, one of the Yuki shinobis started to talk.

"What a surprise to see you, Sandaime Amekage. Quite the surprise indeed and quite the eye you have there as well. I had thought for certain you had perished. You were but a boy back then, but it seems you are a man now from that...discerning gaze of yours" told the snowy-haired man.

She noticed his eyes narrow a little. Said eyes were quite similar to the ones Kininata had. 'Don't tell me they're related. No - hold on. Maybe green eyes are more common here in Yuki no Kuni' realized the young woman.

She noticed the pearly-haired woman look at them. 'Must be the Yukikage. I like her kimono' thought the Raikage. The female gave her a sincere smile while trying to stay cool. Which turned out to be easier than she thought.

Goosebumps appeared on her skin as the temperature dropped. Her eyes widened slightly when the male Yuki nin stood up. 'HE'S FRIKKIN HUGE!!! WHAT ARE THEY FEEDING THE PEOPLE HERE!? I feel like a fairy standing next to him!!!' screamed her inner.

The brunette took a deep breath as she kept her composure. 'Now I get it. The man in front of me probably remembers what Yukigakure did in Konohagakure. I better be careful. One wrong move could send this meeting to pieces' realized the young woman.

Her ice blue eyes looked into the emerald ones with a hint of curiosity. "Kazeraikou Marii, Godaime Raikage now and here before me" greeted the shinobi. He gave her a nod, his eyes still on her. She kept as calm as possible. Especially since the foreign male seemed strong enough to snap her spine in two*.

"We are pleased to have you, Marii. Please, help yourselves to some Saki to warm the body from the journey across Yuki no Kuni and if you require other refreshments, do not hesitate to ask. The staff here is some of the best you could find in any land near or far. Please, have a seat and let us begin negotiations, shall we?" inquired the shinobi.



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'Batman' reference to Bane. You're welcome.

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Kimono: This one.



Jutsus used:


Alertness.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: User often notices things that others might miss.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: User gets a + 10 bonus to their observation and sense motive skills. If the user has 50 or more points in one of those skills, the bonus increases to + 20 for that skill.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous.


Appraise suspect.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary.
Effect: User sizes up a target before interacting with them.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Prior to any interaction, a user can evaluate the subject to work out the best way to behave with this person. They do this by looking at the following:

• How smart is this person? Smart people give different behavioral signs that one can pick up on.

• How emotionally stable is this person? Unstable, emotional people base decisions much more on emotions rather than logic and will respond accordingly.

• How mature are they? Do they understand right from wrong?

• Are there any cultural differences that are going to affect this conversation or could explain unorthodox views or behavior?

• Finally, does this person have a medical condition or are they on drugs? If they were drunk, for instance, they may be more talkative, with less fear of the consequences.

User gains a + 10 bonus to their relevant sense motive and acting skills.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous. Must know acting (50 Points). Must know sense motive (75 Points).


Mask of gentility.
Rank: “B” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary.
Effect: User can cunningly hide their true motives and nature behind a facade of camaraderie and gentility.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: If the user is subjected to a jutsu that normally would reveal a user's alignment, the user's alignment registers as neutral. In addition, if someone tries to use sense motive to get a hunch about the user's purpose or nature, the target must succeed a sense motive against the target's acting skill with a -30.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous. Must know acting (45 points). Must know disguise (45 points).


Transformation. Duration: 250 minutes [4 hours and 10 minutes].
Rank: “D” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: Using this technique, the user assumes the form of a creature of same size category as he is or smaller.
Special: “Handseals”.
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 50 minutes per class level. User may freely designate the specifics of his new form. This can be height, weight, hair texture and color, skin tone, etc. In this new form, the user keeps their armour points, saves, allegiance and special abilities. The new abilities are adjusted accordingly as per the new size category if any change occured. It does not gain any of their new form's abilities other than its natural weapons and cannot change their voice. In this new form, the user can use all their abilities. The can not use a limb or body part that they previously did not have in their original form though. The user can create equipment, natural weapons or simply make it so that their new form carries the same equipment as they do. However, they cannot create something overly complicated or that uses chakra. This applies to mastercrafted objects, advanced weaponry, exploding tags, summoning scrolls, etc. Any part of the body or piece of equipment that is separated from the whole reverts to its true form. The user cannot use any technique of any type unless their form allows them to. The user still capable of speech even if their new form would not usually be. Even in their new form, the user retains their own creature type. They do not gain any immunities they would with another. The new form cannot be smaller than tiny. The user gains a + 25 bonus to disguise checks per class level (maximum + 75) if the user uses the technique to disguise into another creature. The new form will not provide warmth if they are not clothed. The user can also use transformation to transform into an object of their size category or smaller. The object can't be smaller than tiny. The user cannot transform into advanced weaponry or mastercrafted weapons. Neither can they replicate the effects of an object crafted. The user may use transformation to transform their clones. The range of the technique in this case is 7 meters + 6 meters per class level. The jutsu affects any clones at the user's discretion within that range. When a transformed creature is hit while maintaining a transformation, it must succeed a will save check (10 + 1/2 damage dealt). If the check fails, the technique abruptly ends. A creature that interacts with or intently observes the transformed creature may make an observation check to recognize it as transformed. The creature will not be able to determine what the true form of the creature or the user is. Creatures that can see chakra or see through chakra can make an observation check to notice chakra moving in an odd pattern around the user. This allows the creature to make a chakra lore check (difficult difficulty) to identify the pattern as a result of transformation.
Limit: Must learn from universal ninjutsu.


Human transformation. Duration: 25 hours.
Rank: “B” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: An advanced form of transformation. This jutsu allows the user to transform into a human for extended periods of time.
Special: “Handseals”.
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 5 hours per class level. As transformation, except as above and as follows. Human transformation can only be used to transform into a human. The user's chakra signature loses its nonhuman quality but appears otherwise similar.
Limit: Must learn from universal ninjutsu. Must know transformation.


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




Skills used:


Influence. Level: Master [125/125].


Stealth. Level: Master [125/125].


Perception. Level: Master [125/125].



Society, Hi no Kuni. Skill level: Master [125/125].


Society, Yuki no Kuni. Skill level: Master [125/125].


Society, current affairs. Skill level: Master [125/125].

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

[Post two]


His charming smile made her smile a little as well. 'At least they're making us feel welcome. That's a good start' observed Marii. "Thank you for the offer, I would love some sake. Is it possible for my men to have some as well?" inquired the young woman.

The giant man had sat down. "So what is it exactly that you want from us? We have only had...minimal...contact in the past and no trade agreements or otherwise. My curiosity is piqued." inquired the Yuki shinobi.

"Thank you" told the Raikage when the waiter brought her some sake. Her eyes glanced at the Yukigakure shinobis. "First, I would like to thank you for the hospitality. This is the most exquisite reception I have received. You certainly know how to give guests a proper welcome" started the female.

She looked at the quartet. "The minimal contact is the reason why I am here. It's not a benefit for either of us. Especially since both of our nations are separated by a sea or non-shinobi nations" continued the brunette. She kept her voice polite and sincere.

"I also like to meet foreign shinobis face to face. I doubt a photography would do any of you justice" told the young woman. She was not lying when she said that. White hair, eyes with different colours or statuesque frames made her slightly envious. Marii would take a small sip after her guards had done the same.

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Kimono: This one.



Jutsus used:


Alertness.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: User often notices things that others might miss.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: User gets a + 10 bonus to their observation and sense motive skills. If the user has 50 or more points in one of those skills, the bonus increases to + 20 for that skill.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous.


Appraise suspect.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary.
Effect: User sizes up a target before interacting with them.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Prior to any interaction, a user can evaluate the subject to work out the best way to behave with this person. They do this by looking at the following:

• How smart is this person? Smart people give different behavioral signs that one can pick up on.

• How emotionally stable is this person? Unstable, emotional people base decisions much more on emotions rather than logic and will respond accordingly.

• How mature are they? Do they understand right from wrong?

• Are there any cultural differences that are going to affect this conversation or could explain unorthodox views or behavior?

• Finally, does this person have a medical condition or are they on drugs? If they were drunk, for instance, they may be more talkative, with less fear of the consequences.

User gains a + 10 bonus to their relevant sense motive and acting skills.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous. Must know acting (50 Points). Must know sense motive (75 Points).


Mask of gentility.
Rank: “B” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary.
Effect: User can cunningly hide their true motives and nature behind a facade of camaraderie and gentility.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: If the user is subjected to a jutsu that normally would reveal a user's alignment, the user's alignment registers as neutral. In addition, if someone tries to use sense motive to get a hunch about the user's purpose or nature, the target must succeed a sense motive against the target's acting skill with a -30.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous. Must know acting (45 points). Must know disguise (45 points).


Transformation. Duration: 250 minutes [4 hours and 10 minutes].
Rank: “D” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: Using this technique, the user assumes the form of a creature of same size category as he is or smaller.
Special: “Handseals”.
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 50 minutes per class level. User may freely designate the specifics of his new form. This can be height, weight, hair texture and color, skin tone, etc. In this new form, the user keeps their armour points, saves, allegiance and special abilities. The new abilities are adjusted accordingly as per the new size category if any change occured. It does not gain any of their new form's abilities other than its natural weapons and cannot change their voice. In this new form, the user can use all their abilities. The can not use a limb or body part that they previously did not have in their original form though. The user can create equipment, natural weapons or simply make it so that their new form carries the same equipment as they do. However, they cannot create something overly complicated or that uses chakra. This applies to mastercrafted objects, advanced weaponry, exploding tags, summoning scrolls, etc. Any part of the body or piece of equipment that is separated from the whole reverts to its true form. The user cannot use any technique of any type unless their form allows them to. The user still capable of speech even if their new form would not usually be. Even in their new form, the user retains their own creature type. They do not gain any immunities they would with another. The new form cannot be smaller than tiny. The user gains a + 25 bonus to disguise checks per class level (maximum + 75) if the user uses the technique to disguise into another creature. The new form will not provide warmth if they are not clothed. The user can also use transformation to transform into an object of their size category or smaller. The object can't be smaller than tiny. The user cannot transform into advanced weaponry or mastercrafted weapons. Neither can they replicate the effects of an object crafted. The user may use transformation to transform their clones. The range of the technique in this case is 7 meters + 6 meters per class level. The jutsu affects any clones at the user's discretion within that range. When a transformed creature is hit while maintaining a transformation, it must succeed a will save check (10 + 1/2 damage dealt). If the check fails, the technique abruptly ends. A creature that interacts with or intently observes the transformed creature may make an observation check to recognize it as transformed. The creature will not be able to determine what the true form of the creature or the user is. Creatures that can see chakra or see through chakra can make an observation check to notice chakra moving in an odd pattern around the user. This allows the creature to make a chakra lore check (difficult difficulty) to identify the pattern as a result of transformation.
Limit: Must learn from universal ninjutsu.


Human transformation. Duration: 25 hours.
Rank: “B” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: An advanced form of transformation. This jutsu allows the user to transform into a human for extended periods of time.
Special: “Handseals”.
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 5 hours per class level. As transformation, except as above and as follows. Human transformation can only be used to transform into a human. The user's chakra signature loses its nonhuman quality but appears otherwise similar.
Limit: Must learn from universal ninjutsu. Must know transformation.


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




Skills used:


Influence. Level: Master [125/125].


Stealth. Level: Master [125/125].


Perception. Level: Master [125/125].



Society, Hi no Kuni. Skill level: Master [125/125].


Society, Yuki no Kuni. Skill level: Master [125/125].


Society, current affairs. Skill level: Master [125/125].

[kininata]

An'ei Sekitan's eyes glanced over the three of them, but the first words were directed at the red-haired figure. “What a surprise to see you, Sandaime Amekage. Quite the surprise indeed and quite the eye you have there as well,” he would smile toward Kininata and Marii. Kininata knew enough about them that it was a false, politician's smile at best, though his eyes could see no difference between that and a genuine smile if he had one at all. “I had thought for certain you had perished. You were but a boy back then, but it seems you are a man now from that…discerning gaze of yours.” Kininata gave a respectful bow to him.

'Assassins have tried and died, Sandaime Yukikage. Even one of my successors.' He responded with a slight grin to his lips. It would be clear to the obvious onlooker that Ryutatsu was the open threat should there be a physical conflict, but giving the soft hint of what he had survived to this date would ensure they did not see him any less. 'I'm only here today as a guard for the Godaime Raikage, nothing more.'

As Sekitan rose to his feet, his immense height towering over most in the room, and slowly made his way around the room, Kininata allowed himself to shift his mental state. Allowing his emotions to rule here would just be a catalyst for trouble. His jade green eyes would shift into icy steel blue, his own bundle of emotions that were at the surface surpressed under cold logical thinking.

“Kazeraikou Marii, Godaime Raikage now and here before me.” The Sandaime Yukikage started, and Kininata could faintly detect the held back anger in their tone. There was bad blood between the two villages, much as there was bad blood between Amegakure and Yukigakure. “We are pleased to have you, Marii. Please, help yourselves to some Saki to warm the body from the journey across Yuki no Kuni and if you require other refreshments, do not hesitate to ask. The staff here is some of the best you could find in any land near or far. Please,” he would gesture with a sweep of his hand toward the table, a charming smile on his borderline beautiful face, “have a seat and let us begin negotiations, shall we?” It seemed that he would be doing much of the talking for the time being. "So what is it exactly that you want from us? We have only had...minimal...contact in the past and no trade agreements or otherwise. My curiosity is piqued."

As the Raikage asked for permission for himself and Ryutatsu to drink the sake then proceeded to begin explaining their purpose here, Kininata stiffened, his hands moving firmly to his side - a visual sign of not wishing to partake in the drink. Not for the lack of trust of the people here, but for professionalism; he was here as guard and escourt, not as a diplomat.

[Ryutatsu "Sakurai Sword"]

Ryutatsu stayed standing while the initial conversation started but tensed up when the former Kage of the Snow village stood up and correspondily had the temperature drop. When he tensed up the entire room became charged in a similar way it became cold making the small hairs on people stand up as his field expanded almost without thought. It quickly receded when the temperature returned to normal.

The offer of sake that followed was met with a frown from the young wolf. Even though he was still he was mentally stalking the room with the tension could be read from his posture. He trusted the ones he was seeing very little, only the little Valkyrie from his previous trip to this land had proven honorable in his mind. Taking a breath through his nose he took a wiff of the scents in the room, specifically the sake offered investigating if there was poison in the drink. Upon confirmation of the negative, he would make a slight nod to his Kage to enjoy herself, but he wasn't going to drink for two reasons, one being his distaste for the taste in the first place and secondly for his own ideas of how alert he needed to be.

Ryutatsu continued evaluating each of the members of the Snow Villages Shinobi and determined any fight would be one where escape would be the best they would be able to manage. They were outnumbered and at least two of the members were powerful enough to worry any bodyguard. It would take everything he had to guard his charge. History not being known to him, but his Kage might as well be family to him having since learned that his main father figure was family to her.

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Poison Sense
Rank: "C"
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: User gains an uncanny instinct for detecting substances.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: User can instantly sense the presence of any Poison within a 2-meter radius. User can determine the source but not the type of Poison.
Limit: Must be an Alchemist.

Scent
Rank: "D", "C", "B", "A", "S"
Skill: TaiJutsu
Effect: This extraordinary special quality allows a creature to detect approaching enemies, sniff out hidden foes, and track by sense of smell.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: The creature can detect opponents within 10-meters by sense of smell. If the opponent is upwind, the range increases to 20-meters; if downwind, it drops to 5-meters. Strong scents, such as smoke or rotting garbage, can be detected at x2 the ranges noted above. Overpowering scents, such as skunk musk, can be detected at x3 normal range. When a creature detects a scent, the exact location of the source is not revealed—only its presence somewhere within range. The creature can take a movement to note the direction of the scent. Whenever the creature comes within 2-meters of the source, the creature pinpoints the source’s location. When finding Herbs and Animals (random), Scent may improve searching for them (must have Scent of object previously before searching). Learning "D" Rank allows the user to search for Common things, while "S" for Nearly Impossible. Each rank user learns increases chance of finding by 2% for the Rank of Herb, and increases per Rank thereafter. Example: At "S" Rank User gains 10% increase chance in finding Common Herbs and Animals but only 2% Increase for Nearly Impossible Herbs and Animals.
Limit: Must be an Animal, Fey, Monster, or Vermin. Innate Animal Jutsu

[An'ei Sekitan]

The guards refused the drink, much as many of his own people had refused or barely sipped from their own drinks, which was to be expected. The air was tense, and relaxation did not seem to be in the nature of most here. The first thing he would need to address was their use of Sandaime Yukikage in a way that claimed he was not the Kage [Sense Motive: 380]. The next would be to address their glaring oversight to the history between the countries and their ignorance in even journeying here before learning that very thing first. It appalled him that they had not done such small research, as he could tell by the Kage’s words to him right then, as if to sweep that under the very rug.

“Marii,” his deep baritone voice spoke the name in a sultry tone, as one would with someone they are deeply familiar with, a slight smile playing on his lips, “there is a reason for our minimal contact that many of you seem to have forgotten, or at least the reasoning behind it after so long. Although, twenty plus years is not that long of a time.” He paused to allow them to become engrossed in his tale, if they would be, and then he would begin. “Perhaps twenty-two or twenty-three years ago, Konoha attacked several of our shinobi during a time of peace between us, shattering that tranquility. It provoked retaliation from me as the YukiKage, so I went to handle business personally, slaughtering eighty percent of the village and destroying the Konohagakure Kage Tower in the process. The Kage himself survived through cowardice, sacrificing his own to ensure his safety, never lifting a finger.” As he spoke, he would create water upon the table from nothing, creating a tower much like that of Konoha’s long ago, along with a replica of himself entering the village. The water would change to the Kage’s room, with a seat in the center back and himself standing before the Kage, then that very Kage fleeing as his shinobi attempted to subdue the watery Sekitan. Watery bone would explode from his body, impaling those that dared to stand against him, shattering the entire tower all the way to the earth. The final scene is of him leaving the village unharmed.

“After this altercation, Kumogakure would get themselves involved, threatening Yukigakure with war and violence. Once again, as Kage, it was my duty to quell this arrogance, so I journeyed to Kumogakure no Sato to challenge their Kage in honorable combat. Once again, I was denied, as none would come forth to face me, neither Kage nor champion. Yet the craven fiends wait until I fell ill from before the Kaguya were cured before they attacked. Yukigakure survived without incident, but the memory remained, at least for me. My cousin’s husband vanished from Amegakure shortly after the Sandaime Amekage took power, very odd that, but that is more of a foot note and a start to the animosity that exists there.” The water once again mimicked the scenes he would speak of, with him standing before Kumogakure, him in a healing tank, and a young man with kind eyes in Amegakure simply vanishing as the water vanished. Once again, his eyes found Marii, but also seemed to watch Kininata and Ryutatsu. True enemies to Sekitan himself, if not directly to the village. “One finally thing I should touch on. I am the Yukikage once more.”

With that out of the way, he would lean back in his chair, his eyes upon those before him as always. “Now please, enlighten me what benefit there would be in aligning myself to you, Marii, which alternately comes with an attachment to Amegakure as well. Former Kage do not go out of their way to become bodyguards for low risk diplomatic missions, unless the world has changed far more than I realized.” Now he would wait to see their reactions and how this would affect their meeting.

[jintai]

Tenshina maintained her poise as the guest entered the room. A red haired man, and a brown haired woman.A tall white haired man well armed.  How peculiar she thought glancing over their outfits. She was none to familiar with them but regardless maintained her silence. Her gaze was fixed and unwavering as Old man skeleton went on with the meeting. The introductions were now over and talk of the past was now coming up.

From the short history lessons made Tenshina learned about what happened. A betrayal during a time of peace and total annihilation on Snow's part. her eyes glanced over the visual display of water as she listened to the story. Just how much was he holding back against her. Tenshina slightly peeved still had to give the old man credit where credit was due. Once she mastered herself maybe she could attain power such as that one day. How would this Kage react he thought.

Certainly it was a lot to take in. The thought of the sickness almost made her shiver but she couldn't break. Not against such menacing figures like these. How did she stack up against such people. It made her question her place in the ninja world. Parts of her infuriated remembering the words she was given before. All the battles she had up till now were nothing and proved her mortality. She needed to become like her superiors and ascend in to something of that of a god. Regardless her eyes drew towards the female Kage waiting to see her response.

[Claws of the Tundra]

[Post 1 of 3, Skip to Post 2 to avoid fluff]

From the safety of her soft seat, and the added effects of her established position assisting the Marrow. Kahimi had eventually settled into a feeling of extended comfort as she watched the meeting unfold before her. Most of this was fueled by her lack of interest in formal activities as a whole.

If it weren't for the inherent value in this meeting, she would have skipped over the offer immediately. Granted this overbearing scorn for political responsibility was making it hard to ignore the discomfort of such confined spaces. To be caged in this highly feminine outfit just for keeping face.

She hated it. So on behalf of Snow village her pride, and self-worth will be temporarily sacrificed for the opportunity the meeting provides.

Although that wasn't the only reason Kahimi refused to lead the meeting truthfully. She would never admit it, but... There was also an unbroken phobia embedded in her as well. The overbearing fear of social pressure was revolting and far too stressful. When accepting the offer, she hadn't initially thought of her inept ability to deal with the pressure of life-changing deals. It's always easier without eyes watching her... In the safety of her office... With the doors locked, and dozens of armed personnel willing to fight for her on a whim...

The thought of it made her stomach turn. Lord Sekitan was truthfully a better candidate in her place for these circumstances. How much it stings to admit that, pissed her off. Besides...the last time she took a meeting between factions seriously it had earned her serious time behind bars. Granted it wasn't exactly legal... Or for the good of anybody really. It was also the day she had to make her first kill.

Which ruined everything...

[Claws of the Tundra]

[Post 2 of 3]

Upon realizing that she was almost slipping back into thinking about the past, Kahimi had woke herself up to the present. Shaking off the cold shivers of old pains, so she could once again focus on the meeting. In doing so she would adjust her posture within her seat. Using her hands to tug at the bottom of her short kimono dress so it would hug her properly. Then continue to make sure she was presenting a welcoming facial expression of some sort.

With keen ears, she was able to recycle the details of the conversation so she didn't get lost in the details. Double-checking her notepad to be sure she had at least written down something:

Cloud & Snow Scheduled Meeting

2:00 -Assigned ANBU on station and in position.

5:00 -Meeting location cleared for safe of use.

5:30-4:05 -All assigned ninja have reported for the meeting. "Marrow", "Inu", "Halo", & "Blue Devil" are all on scene. 

4:10 -Cloud has shown up accordingly

4:15 -Current Raikage is monikered as the fifth in the line. Name is Marii Kazeraikou.
Special Note: Was guarded by the 3rd Amekage, who claims to be only here for such service. Claims to have fended off assassination attempts during the reign.

-- Investigate who the assistant to the 3rd Amekage was, and why there were even assassinations put against him in the first place.

4:20-4:25 -History between Snow, Leaf, & Cloud shared during the meeting. Old hostile tension assumedly left unresolved. Dating back 20 years ago.

Upon rereading her notes, and adding more in regards to the history Sekitan shared. Kahimi found herself curious about many things. A lot of them needing answers for her to feel comfortable with moving forward. But not urgent. Considering this she would then take her attention away from her notes. This way she could focus on watching the display of events that happened 20 years ago through Sekitan's knowledge and perspective. This way she could learn a little something for herself. Assuming everything is to be true, and exactly how it all played out. Snow Village has a lot to get off its chest then. Which she assumed.

But...surely holding too much animosity now, would be a waste of time considering how much more could potentially be gained from the deals made here. For both villages. That much is undeniable. Then again...it could be done another way. With all of this in mind, Kahimi was going to take care in listening to what the Raikage was going to say in regards to this. That would be the deciding factor. So then she could give her piece after, and drop this unbearable façade.

It was then that, something...worrying came to her attention. It struck her more than anything else Sekitan has said prior. The Sandaime wasn't exactly being serious for her benefit... But more so of his own accord. One phrase made that clear.

I am the Yukikage once more.

[Claws of the Tundra]

[Post 3 of 3]

Once more?! she thought to herself.

It repeated in her head multiple times across multiple seconds. Each time sounding more and more like a personal announcement. And less than a way to convince the Raikage for Kahimi's sake.

Realizing this...made her chest become tight as stress and worry started to build. He wouldn't dare go off-script would he? Not beyond what she asked of him right? He could ruin her plans, by taking things too personally. Or...could even go beyond that if he is really that serious. There is no room for two Yukikage. She couldn't afford that. She'd be ruined again. She was not going back to that state of worthlessness. Never again...

Kahimi had to shut him down. But before she had acted reality hit her again. She couldn't. Not without endangering the mission. And so...she found herself...feeling cornered. The Cloud nin may not be able to understand what was going on. But she DID. Kahimi's already snow-like pale skin covered up the blatant panic she was feeling. But to avoid drawing attention she would ground herself by slowly gripping the glass cup in front of her, almost to the point of breaking it.

With her eyes looking down at it, and through the reflection, she could see herself. She was becoming frustrated. She had to calm down. Overreacting wouldn't be any good. This had to be a game or something. Sekitan can't turn on her because why would he? He was a Sannin now. Knowing him, he is just getting a sense of nostalgia in that old body of his. That has to be it.

With this in mind, Kahimi would continue to play her game. Taking another sip of her drink, which allowed her to then smile. And with that in sense of confidence, she reverted back into the ploy of a proud pretty little Snow Nin that was assisting her beloved Yukikage.

Her eyes had a fire within them as she regained her composure. Her posture now much more proper and composed. Glancing over at Sekitan with a smile on her face to show she was there to support him.

But rest assured after this, they were having a chat. Just to be sure she had nothing to worry about.

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

[Post one]


The female took a tiny sip of her sake when her guards refused to drink. 'Kami. Yukigakure is a LOT cooler compared to last time. On the other hand, they got their manners in order. That's a good sign' observed Marii.

"Marii, there is a reason for our minimal contact that many of you seem to have forgotten, or at least the reasoning behind it after so long. Although, twenty plus years is not that long of a time. Perhaps twenty-two or twenty-three years ago, Konoha attacked several of our shinobi during a time of peace between us, shattering that tranquility. It provoked retaliation from me as the YukiKage, so I went to handle business personally, slaughtering eighty percent of the village and destroying the Konohagakure Kage Tower in the process. The Kage himself survived through cowardice, sacrificing his own to ensure his safety, never lifting a finger." told the male.

'I already knew that. I just thought it would be a bit painful of a reminder' retorted her inner. The young woman nodded to show she listened to him. She wanted to hear their version of the story as well. The Raikage was however aware of any attempts of omission or twists.

"After this altercation, Kumogakure would get themselves involved, threatening Yukigakure with war and violence. Once again, as Kage, it was my duty to quell this arrogance, so I journeyed to Kumogakure no Sato to challenge their Kage in honorable combat. Once again, I was denied, as none would come forth to face me, neither Kage nor champion. Yet the craven fiends wait until I fell ill from before the Kaguya were cured before they attacked" continued the Yukigakure shinobi.

"Yukigakure survived without incident, but the memory remained, at least for me. My cousin's husband vanished from Amegakure shortly after the Sandaime Amekage took power, very odd that, but that is more of a foot note and a start to the animosity that exists there." told the male. "I see" told the female. Her eyes were at the water animations. The story did not have any gaps so far.

"One finally thing I should touch on. I am the Yukikage once more. Now please, enlighten me what benefit there would be in aligning myself to you, Marii, which alternately comes with an attachment to Amegakure as well. Former Kage do not go out of their way to become bodyguards for low risk diplomatic missions, unless the world has changed far more than I realized" finished the ivory-haired man.

'It's crunch time' thought the brunette. She straightened up in her chair after placing the sake cup on the table. "Firstly, thank you for filling the gaps in the war history. I don't remember it all since I was just a child" started the young woman. She kept her voice polite with her icy blue eyes on the giant human.

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Jutsus used:


Solid regard. Duration: 25 hours [5 x 5].
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Target is personal. Range is personal. Duration is five hours per class level. User knows their soul and where it is going. This makes them fearless. User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Limit: Must be a soulcaster.


Alertness.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: User often notices things that others might miss.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: User gets a + 10 bonus to their observation and sense motive skills. If the user has 50 or more points in one of those skills, the bonus increases to + 20 for that skill.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous.


Appraise suspect.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary.
Effect: User sizes up a target before interacting with them.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Prior to any interaction, a user can evaluate the subject to work out the best way to behave with this person. They do this by looking at the following:

• How smart is this person? Smart people give different behavioral signs that one can pick up on.

• How emotionally stable is this person? Unstable, emotional people base decisions much more on emotions rather than logic and will respond accordingly.

• How mature are they? Do they understand right from wrong?

• Are there any cultural differences that are going to affect this conversation or could explain unorthodox views or behavior?

• Finally, does this person have a medical condition or are they on drugs? If they were drunk, for instance, they may be more talkative, with less fear of the consequences.

User gains a + 10 bonus to their relevant sense motive and acting skills.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous. Must know acting (50 Points). Must know sense motive (75 Points).


Mask of gentility.
Rank: “B” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary.
Effect: User can cunningly hide their true motives and nature behind a facade of camaraderie and gentility.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: If the user is subjected to a jutsu that normally would reveal a user's alignment, the user's alignment registers as neutral. In addition, if someone tries to use sense motive to get a hunch about the user's purpose or nature, the target must succeed a sense motive against the target's acting skill with a -30.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous. Must know acting (45 points). Must know disguise (45 points).


Transformation. Duration: 250 minutes [4 hours and 10 minutes].
Rank: “D” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: Using this technique, the user assumes the form of a creature of same size category as he is or smaller.
Special: “Handseals”.
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 50 minutes per class level. User may freely designate the specifics of his new form. This can be height, weight, hair texture and color, skin tone, etc. In this new form, the user keeps their armour points, saves, allegiance and special abilities. The new abilities are adjusted accordingly as per the new size category if any change occured. It does not gain any of their new form's abilities other than its natural weapons and cannot change their voice. In this new form, the user can use all their abilities. The can not use a limb or body part that they previously did not have in their original form though. The user can create equipment, natural weapons or simply make it so that their new form carries the same equipment as they do. However, they cannot create something overly complicated or that uses chakra. This applies to mastercrafted objects, advanced weaponry, exploding tags, summoning scrolls, etc. Any part of the body or piece of equipment that is separated from the whole reverts to its true form. The user cannot use any technique of any type unless their form allows them to. The user still capable of speech even if their new form would not usually be. Even in their new form, the user retains their own creature type. They do not gain any immunities they would with another. The new form cannot be smaller than tiny. The user gains a + 25 bonus to disguise checks per class level (maximum + 75) if the user uses the technique to disguise into another creature. The new form will not provide warmth if they are not clothed. The user can also use transformation to transform into an object of their size category or smaller. The object can't be smaller than tiny. The user cannot transform into advanced weaponry or mastercrafted weapons. Neither can they replicate the effects of an object crafted. The user may use transformation to transform their clones. The range of the technique in this case is 7 meters + 6 meters per class level. The jutsu affects any clones at the user's discretion within that range. When a transformed creature is hit while maintaining a transformation, it must succeed a will save check (10 + 1/2 damage dealt). If the check fails, the technique abruptly ends. A creature that interacts with or intently observes the transformed creature may make an observation check to recognize it as transformed. The creature will not be able to determine what the true form of the creature or the user is. Creatures that can see chakra or see through chakra can make an observation check to notice chakra moving in an odd pattern around the user. This allows the creature to make a chakra lore check (difficult difficulty) to identify the pattern as a result of transformation.
Limit: Must learn from universal ninjutsu.


Human transformation. Duration: 25 hours.
Rank: “B” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: An advanced form of transformation. This jutsu allows the user to transform into a human for extended periods of time.
Special: “Handseals”.
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 5 hours per class level. As transformation, except as above and as follows. Human transformation can only be used to transform into a human. The user's chakra signature loses its nonhuman quality but appears otherwise similar.
Limit: Must learn from universal ninjutsu. Must know transformation.


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




Skills used:


Influence. Level: Master [125/125].


Stealth. Level: Master [125/125].


Perception. Level: Master [125/125].



Society, Hi no Kuni. Skill level: Master [125/125].


Society, Yuki no Kuni. Skill level: Master [125/125].


Society, current affairs. Skill level: Master [125/125].

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

[Post two]


"I understand that this piece of history is very painful to talk about. Hence why I was hesitant of mentioning it. I did not wanted to rip up any old wounds. I am sorry for your loss by the way. Especially since you lost people close to you" continued Marii in a softer voice.

"Now for Amegakure and Kininata-san. The world has changed quite a lot. My village are hesitant to forge alliance with Amegakure. They change kages more often than I change socks. That's never a good sign" stated the young woman.

"Kininata-san can fill you in about what has happened in his life. I understand you want to know what we can offer. What I have for you is worth more than manpower or gold. It's actually family" replied the Raikage. She glanced at the blonde woman [Tenshina] with a small smile on her face.

"One of my ancestors married a Yukigakure shinobi ages ago. Now, my ancestor carried a bloodlimit called the ryuugan. I would imagine she has ancestors here. I think they might like to gain information and jutsus related to their bloodlimit. I am more than happy to offer them both" informed the female.

"Furthermore, both of our nations got an unique climate and environment. I think we can learn a lot by studying each other. Don't get me wrong - I don't expect us to be allies or friends straight away. Keeping up the animosity won't do us any good though. Oh...I would like to meet Naevia Perne again if she is alive*" finished the brunette.


* = The thread in question: This one!

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Jutsus used:


Solid regard. Duration: 25 hours [5 x 5].
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Target is personal. Range is personal. Duration is five hours per class level. User knows their soul and where it is going. This makes them fearless. User becomes immune to fear and intimidate effects.
Limit: Must be a soulcaster.


Alertness.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: User often notices things that others might miss.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: User gets a + 10 bonus to their observation and sense motive skills. If the user has 50 or more points in one of those skills, the bonus increases to + 20 for that skill.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous.


Appraise suspect.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary.
Effect: User sizes up a target before interacting with them.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Prior to any interaction, a user can evaluate the subject to work out the best way to behave with this person. They do this by looking at the following:

• How smart is this person? Smart people give different behavioral signs that one can pick up on.

• How emotionally stable is this person? Unstable, emotional people base decisions much more on emotions rather than logic and will respond accordingly.

• How mature are they? Do they understand right from wrong?

• Are there any cultural differences that are going to affect this conversation or could explain unorthodox views or behavior?

• Finally, does this person have a medical condition or are they on drugs? If they were drunk, for instance, they may be more talkative, with less fear of the consequences.

User gains a + 10 bonus to their relevant sense motive and acting skills.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous. Must know acting (50 Points). Must know sense motive (75 Points).


Mask of gentility.
Rank: “B” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary.
Effect: User can cunningly hide their true motives and nature behind a facade of camaraderie and gentility.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: If the user is subjected to a jutsu that normally would reveal a user's alignment, the user's alignment registers as neutral. In addition, if someone tries to use sense motive to get a hunch about the user's purpose or nature, the target must succeed a sense motive against the target's acting skill with a -30.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous. Must know acting (45 points). Must know disguise (45 points).


Transformation. Duration: 250 minutes [4 hours and 10 minutes].
Rank: “D” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: Using this technique, the user assumes the form of a creature of same size category as he is or smaller.
Special: “Handseals”.
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 50 minutes per class level. User may freely designate the specifics of his new form. This can be height, weight, hair texture and color, skin tone, etc. In this new form, the user keeps their armour points, saves, allegiance and special abilities. The new abilities are adjusted accordingly as per the new size category if any change occured. It does not gain any of their new form's abilities other than its natural weapons and cannot change their voice. In this new form, the user can use all their abilities. The can not use a limb or body part that they previously did not have in their original form though. The user can create equipment, natural weapons or simply make it so that their new form carries the same equipment as they do. However, they cannot create something overly complicated or that uses chakra. This applies to mastercrafted objects, advanced weaponry, exploding tags, summoning scrolls, etc. Any part of the body or piece of equipment that is separated from the whole reverts to its true form. The user cannot use any technique of any type unless their form allows them to. The user still capable of speech even if their new form would not usually be. Even in their new form, the user retains their own creature type. They do not gain any immunities they would with another. The new form cannot be smaller than tiny. The user gains a + 25 bonus to disguise checks per class level (maximum + 75) if the user uses the technique to disguise into another creature. The new form will not provide warmth if they are not clothed. The user can also use transformation to transform into an object of their size category or smaller. The object can't be smaller than tiny. The user cannot transform into advanced weaponry or mastercrafted weapons. Neither can they replicate the effects of an object crafted. The user may use transformation to transform their clones. The range of the technique in this case is 7 meters + 6 meters per class level. The jutsu affects any clones at the user's discretion within that range. When a transformed creature is hit while maintaining a transformation, it must succeed a will save check (10 + 1/2 damage dealt). If the check fails, the technique abruptly ends. A creature that interacts with or intently observes the transformed creature may make an observation check to recognize it as transformed. The creature will not be able to determine what the true form of the creature or the user is. Creatures that can see chakra or see through chakra can make an observation check to notice chakra moving in an odd pattern around the user. This allows the creature to make a chakra lore check (difficult difficulty) to identify the pattern as a result of transformation.
Limit: Must learn from universal ninjutsu.


Human transformation. Duration: 25 hours.
Rank: “B” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: An advanced form of transformation. This jutsu allows the user to transform into a human for extended periods of time.
Special: “Handseals”.
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 5 hours per class level. As transformation, except as above and as follows. Human transformation can only be used to transform into a human. The user's chakra signature loses its nonhuman quality but appears otherwise similar.
Limit: Must learn from universal ninjutsu. Must know transformation.


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




Skills used:


Influence. Level: Master [125/125].


Stealth. Level: Master [125/125].


Perception. Level: Master [125/125].



Society, Hi no Kuni. Skill level: Master [125/125].


Society, Yuki no Kuni. Skill level: Master [125/125].


Society, current affairs. Skill level: Master [125/125].

[kininata]

He may not have seen the emotional reactions made by the prominent figures in the room, but he knew that beneath their calm appearance they were less than impressed with their current guests. He listened to the hinted warnings and threats beneath the tone, and understood the reasons for it. He hadn't read much of the history of the conflicts between Kumogakure and Yukigakure, only that it was somewhat unpleasant. He was however aware of the links between his predecessor Amekage and Yukigakure, so when the question of his position was brought up in the discussions, Kininata could not but react, his cold blue eyes flickering jade green for a mere instant - sadness, anger, guilt, regret - before regaining his composure.

He would remain silent as the two kage's discussed the meeting today, but when the moment came, the pause between the crossing of diplomatic sorties, Kininata would add his own response.

'I don't know what happened to the Nidaime Amekage. What I do know is that he had grown tired of trying to fulfil the Amekage's oath, and made me his successor. What I experienced was treachery from the my brother and his hired assassin, from conspiracy from corrupt elders, and people who thought me incapable of leading - if my predecessor had to deal with this, I can understand why he left.' He paused for a moment, lowering his head. 'I was too inexperienced for the role, and gave it up. I wandered, I killed my betrayer, and then I returned. The second time I had to take that seat, short as it was, was against a mad man who was burning the place from within from his own twisted sense of vengeance. When I asked for rallying support to take him down, none stood by me. The only call for help that answered, was the Marii Kazeraikou. I trust her, more than I trust anyone from Amegakure. I haven't been to Amegakure in several years, and have had no contact with them. Neither would I if I was asked to.'

He raised his head again, facing the main speaker for Yukigakure. 'I only have loyalty the current Raikage. If you wanted to burn Amegakure to the ground, I have nothing left there to care about. I have blood relatives here, who dislike me, who I care more about than the village now.' With that he looked down to the Raikage, and gave a slight bow, and returned to his stoic silence, watching the reactions. He gave alot away there of the state he had left behind.

[Ryutatsu "Sakurai Sword"]

Ryutatsu's eyes flicked from one speaker to another silently studying the body language more than the words itself. His own body language still spoke of tension as he had little trust to give but was somewhat more comfortable because all the current possible opponents were in his ideal range. Further his magnetic abilities were feeling out the pipes and all the metal not currently under control of someone else.

What was curious to his mind however was the fact this tall man was bringing up history ancient enough only a couple in the room was old enough to remember and of those only one seems to be old enough to even been involved. It was the woman who was double checking the notepad in front of her however that caught Ryutatsu's attention the most. Why was a Snow shinobi going through some sort of emotional turmoil over the Kage's speech. What didn't his side know about such an ancient past that would cause that kind of reaction as momentary as it was.

His own feature showed an emotion of a swordsman studying and sizing up people but otherwise having little interest. And for all his lighting on certain people and their own body language it was for the most part no act. Ryutatsu seems to have the least history in the room, which in his mind was somewhat funny considering he had met one of the old Kage of the Snow village four years ago and didn't have nearly as much tension.

"Why bring up such old history when as little as five years ago, Cloud and Snow Shinobi were working side by side because we do have similar weather and many family ties?"

[An'ei Sekitan]

Few things ever escape his watchful eye, especially within this meeting. Multiple reactions to his words, a small smirk coming to his face at the reaction of Kahimi, who took it most to heart the import of his words; the ones that had been meant for her. Yes, his eye caught her frustration, her panic, her determination, and everything in between [Observation: 300][Sense Motive: 380]. Marii seemed saddened by the tale, Kininata as well but with a few more emotions sprinkled in, while Ryutatsu seemed not to care overly much as was befitting a bodyguard; but not befitting a Kumogakure Shinobi. Kids these days. “Allow me to address your concern, bodyguard,” he emphasized the word bodyguard when speaking to Ryutatsu, as the boy lacked manners when speaking to a Kage, “This…old history, is not old. Many alive today still remember, not just myself. Yes, you may have been a smaller cub than you are now or perhaps merely an unfortunate twinkle in your father’s eye, however you are not the world. You are not even Yukigakure no Sato.”

His face became hard and his body tense for a moment, the bloodlust reaching a crescendo, before being quelled yet again. Visibly the flesh on his body crawled as his bones shifted and he let out a ‘hm.’ “You see, bodyguard, in this world memory means everything. This world of death for Shinobi is nothing if people do not remember you. Now, the Kage you are speaking of is Ace Debutler Onta, I believe. Yes, a fine Kage that, who brought about ruination for Yukigakure no Sato, complete with betrayal and treason from within. He was weak and he has fled. I have returned to fix his mistakes and if he chose Kumogakure no Sato as an ally, how do I know you did not assist in his poisoning of Yukigakure no Sato? Is it weather and family that creates the bonds of loyalty?” Sekitan would cup his chin with his gloved right hand in thought, tapping his thumb against his chin three times, his eyes finding Kininata. “I remember Amegakure’s turmoil well, it was a trying time for you all, and of the rumors that surrounded the village. Although it seems that that broke your loyalty to them rather than strengthened your bond to your home.”

“What do you think, Sandaime Amekage turned Nukenin?” He would trace the rim of his cup of sake with his right index finger, piercing emerald eyes drilling into the man’s own, watching his very soul it would seem. “Is it…family…that makes a man loyal then? Is it the weather perhaps? Or maybe a combination of a storm and family.” He stopped then, that smirk appearing on his face once again before he turned to the current Raikage, his last words a statement rather than a question to be answered. He leaned in now, resting his elbows upon the table with fingers laced before him, emerald eyes completely intent upon those of the Raikage, daring her to lie to him, begging her to give him a reason with their intensity. Although she would only see the intensity, but not the reason [Acting: 500]. “Marii, you have valid reasoning and we may stand to gain from this, however – “ he paused, blinking a single time for emphasis.

“It stands to reason you are the most powerful user of the Ryuugan and a direct descendent of the proprietor of the clan in some way. Would that not be giving you a much larger foothold in our village when, if these other Ryuugan users wished to learn, they could simply travel to you instead?” Another blink. “We have never barred any form of travel between our lands or any other, friend or foe, so another question for you. What do you stand to gain from this alliance? What profit do you wish to obtain? Surely this is not a good will mission where you only give and get nothing in return.” He studied her now, studied all of them in turn, even his own people to include Juniper. None could be ruled out, but he was far less suspicious of Juniper than any other in the room. His skin crawled yet again quite visibly.

[Ryutatsu "Sakurai Sword"]

Ryutatsu started to chuckle at the focus of this Kage's words on his reaction. The fact the focus came so clearly on him first was very interesting indeed. He felt a momentary pang of regret that he spoke out of turn for his Kage's meeting. He knew he was not the most diplomatic she had available. He honestly didn't know why for a third time he was chosen as her bodyguard. The last time was at the great meeting of all the Kage's of the time. But this conversation finally got interesting.

"Your not wrong on many counts. But you have miss heard a bit it seems. I said we worked side by side. Not that we were necessarily allies. I have no clue what the state of the alliances were back then as I was an even younger lad then. And indeed I wasn't even a twinkle that many years ago of your long memory. What does a boy my age know. Sorry Raikage. I didn't mean to derail your counterpart so easily with such a question."

Ryutatsu as a orphan, had no care of such distinctions of memory of a single village. His cousins and even Marii his Kage, taught him the importance of not only memory but of just living one's life to one's own honor. He didn't know if an afterlife existed or not but if he was dead he cared little if he was remembered. All his care was for the moment that he did his best in it. So many emerald eyes in the room observing so hard, the balance of intent and action was thread bare. But for Ryutatsu his part was coming along nicely. Already the other side is having issues between themselves if their Kage's attitude was anything to go by. The cloud village has a lot more trust for each other than this man seem to have for anyone. Which was interesting coming from one of the more paranoid people in the room.

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

((OOC: Claws of the Tundra asked me and kininata to reply before she did. I edited today because I had to replace an outdated technique))


[Post one]


The female felt a small shiver run down her spine when the younger male told about his village. She knew what he felt about Amegakure, but not as strongly as this. 'I guess it's true what they say. Still waters run deep' concluded Marii.

"This...old history, is not old. Many alive today still remember, not just myself. Yes, you may have been a smaller cub than you are now or perhaps merely an unfortunate twinkle in your father’s eye, however you are not the world. You are not even Yukigakure no Sato." replied the older male. The young woman narrowed her eyes a little when she saw his flesh move a little.

'I don't like the way he's speaking to Ryutatsu-kun. Especially since he's probably half the age he is. He was barely out of his mothers body twenty years ago. I wonder why his flesh moves like that' thought the Raikage. She raised her eyebrows a little when her bodyguard chuckled.

"You're not wrong on many counts. But you have miss heard a bit it seems. I said we worked side by side. Not that we were necessarily allies. I have no clue what the state of the alliances were back then as I was an even younger lad then. And indeed I wasn't even a twinkle that many years ago of your long memory. What does a boy my age know. Sorry Raikage. I didn't mean to derail your counterpart so easily with such a question." told the younger Kumogakure shinobi.

She gave him an apologetic smile to show her forgiveness. "You see, bodyguard, in this world memory means everything. This world of death for Shinobi is nothing if people do not remember you. Now, the Kage you are speaking of is Ace Debutler Onta, I believe. Yes, a fine Kage that, who brought about ruination for Yukigakure no Sato, complete with betrayal and treason from within. He was weak and he has fled. I have returned to fix his mistakes and if he chose Kumogakure no Sato as an ally, how do I know you did not assist in his poisoning of Yukigakure no Sato? Is it weather and family that creates the bonds of loyalty?" inquired the Yukikage.

"I remember Amegakure's turmoil well, it was a trying time for you all, and of the rumors that surrounded the village. Although it seems that that broke your loyalty to them rather than strengthened your bond to your home. What do you think, Sandaime Amekage turned Nukenin? Is it...family...that makes a man loyal then? Is it the weather perhaps? Or maybe a combination of a storm and family." finished the man.

The female closed her eyes for a few seconds. It took quite a bit of willpower to not show her anger. When she opened her eyes, she would look at Kininata for a second or two. The brunette made sure the ivory-haired man could only see the side of her face. The former Amekage would recognize the look in her face when he saw it.

She trusted him to stay calm. 'This guy is a bit too arrogant for my liking. Or perhaps I'm just being paranoid. I better note the names of his shinobis' observed Marii. She looked at the tall man a few moments later.

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Kimono: This one.



Jutsus used:


Solid regard. Duration: 25 hours [5 x 5].
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: User can withstand fear and intimidate effects better than normal.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Target is personal. Range is personal. Duration is 5 hours per class level. User knows their soul and where it is going and this makes them more fearless. User gains a + 4 morale bonus to fear and intimidate effects.
Limit: Must be a soulcaster.


Alertness.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: User often notices things that others might miss.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: User gets a + 10 bonus to their observation and sense motive skills. If the user has 50 or more points in one of those skills, the bonus increases to + 20 for that skill.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous.


Appraise suspect.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary.
Effect: User sizes up a target before interacting with them.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Prior to any interaction, a user can evaluate the subject to work out the best way to behave with this person. They do this by looking at the following:

• How smart is this person? Smart people give different behavioral signs that one can pick up on.

• How emotionally stable is this person? Unstable, emotional people base decisions much more on emotions rather than logic and will respond accordingly.

• How mature are they? Do they understand right from wrong?

• Are there any cultural differences that are going to affect this conversation or could explain unorthodox views or behavior?

• Finally, does this person have a medical condition or are they on drugs? If they were drunk, for instance, they may be more talkative, with less fear of the consequences.

User gains a + 10 bonus to their relevant sense motive and acting skills.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous. Must know acting (50 Points). Must know sense motive (75 Points).


Mask of gentility.
Rank: “B” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary.
Effect: User can cunningly hide their true motives and nature behind a facade of camaraderie and gentility.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: If the user is subjected to a jutsu that normally would reveal a user's alignment, the user's alignment registers as neutral. In addition, if someone tries to use sense motive to get a hunch about the user's purpose or nature, the target must succeed a sense motive against the target's acting skill with a -30.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous. Must know acting (45 points). Must know disguise (45 points).


Transformation. Duration: 250 minutes [4 hours and 10 minutes].
Rank: “D” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: Using this technique, the user assumes the form of a creature of same size category as he is or smaller.
Special: “Handseals”.
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 50 minutes per class level. User may freely designate the specifics of his new form. This can be height, weight, hair texture and color, skin tone, etc. In this new form, the user keeps their armour points, saves, allegiance and special abilities. The new abilities are adjusted accordingly as per the new size category if any change occured. It does not gain any of their new form's abilities other than its natural weapons and cannot change their voice. In this new form, the user can use all their abilities. The can not use a limb or body part that they previously did not have in their original form though. The user can create equipment, natural weapons or simply make it so that their new form carries the same equipment as they do. However, they cannot create something overly complicated or that uses chakra. This applies to mastercrafted objects, advanced weaponry, exploding tags, summoning scrolls, etc. Any part of the body or piece of equipment that is separated from the whole reverts to its true form. The user cannot use any technique of any type unless their form allows them to. The user still capable of speech even if their new form would not usually be. Even in their new form, the user retains their own creature type. They do not gain any immunities they would with another. The new form cannot be smaller than tiny. The user gains a + 25 bonus to disguise checks per class level (maximum + 75) if the user uses the technique to disguise into another creature. The new form will not provide warmth if they are not clothed. The user can also use transformation to transform into an object of their size category or smaller. The object can't be smaller than tiny. The user cannot transform into advanced weaponry or mastercrafted weapons. Neither can they replicate the effects of an object crafted. The user may use transformation to transform their clones. The range of the technique in this case is 7 meters + 6 meters per class level. The jutsu affects any clones at the user's discretion within that range. When a transformed creature is hit while maintaining a transformation, it must succeed a will save check (10 + 1/2 damage dealt). If the check fails, the technique abruptly ends. A creature that interacts with or intently observes the transformed creature may make an observation check to recognize it as transformed. The creature will not be able to determine what the true form of the creature or the user is. Creatures that can see chakra or see through chakra can make an observation check to notice chakra moving in an odd pattern around the user. This allows the creature to make a chakra lore check (difficult difficulty) to identify the pattern as a result of transformation.
Limit: Must learn from universal ninjutsu.


Human transformation. Duration: 25 hours.
Rank: “B” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: An advanced form of transformation. This jutsu allows the user to transform into a human for extended periods of time.
Special: “Handseals”.
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 5 hours per class level. As transformation, except as above and as follows. Human transformation can only be used to transform into a human. The user's chakra signature loses its nonhuman quality but appears otherwise similar.
Limit: Must learn from universal ninjutsu. Must know transformation.


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




Skills used:


Influence. Level: Master [125/125].


Stealth. Level: Master [125/125].


Perception. Level: Master [125/125].



Society, Hi no Kuni. Skill level: Master [125/125].


Society, Yuki no Kuni. Skill level: Master [125/125].


Society, current affairs. Skill level: Master [125/125].

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

((OOC: Edited outdated technique and some grammar))


[Post two]

His intense emerald eyes looked into hers. She looked straight back with a deadpan expression. His eyes looked like a reflection of her ryuugan. Except that there was a pupil there.

"Marii, you have valid reasoning and we may stand to gain from this, however – It stands to reason you are the most powerful user of the Ryuugan and a direct descendent of the proprietor of the clan in some way. Would that not be giving you a much larger foothold in our village when, if these other Ryuugan users wished to learn, they could simply travel to you instead?" inquired the male.

"We have never barred any form of travel between our lands or any other, friend or foe, so another question for you. What do you stand to gain from this alliance? What profit do you wish to obtain? Surely this is not a good will mission where you only give and get nothing in return" finished the shinobi.

She took a deep breath before speaking. "I don't think all the Genins would feel safe in Kaminari no Kuni. I was hoping a better relationship could make the Yukigakure shinobis more comfortable. The same goes for my shinobis as well" started the female. Her voice was rather neutral, yet firm.

"I am sure you know how far apart interaction missions can be. Thank you for the compliment regarding my clan position. Especially since my body is...not really on the same level" laughed Marii. She calmed down after a few seconds. "I want to know what kind of benefits you're willing to offer us Yukikage-sama. That should give us a good place to start" finished the young woman.

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Kimono: This one.



Jutsus used:


Solid regard. Duration: 25 hours [5 x 5].
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: User can withstand fear and intimidate effects better than normal.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Target is personal. Range is personal. Duration is 5 hours per class level. User knows their soul and where it is going and this makes them more fearless. User gains a + 4 morale bonus to fear and intimidate effects.
Limit: Must be a soulcaster.


Alertness.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary
Effect: User often notices things that others might miss.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: User gets a + 10 bonus to their observation and sense motive skills. If the user has 50 or more points in one of those skills, the bonus increases to + 20 for that skill.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous.


Appraise suspect.
Rank: “C” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary.
Effect: User sizes up a target before interacting with them.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Prior to any interaction, a user can evaluate the subject to work out the best way to behave with this person. They do this by looking at the following:

• How smart is this person? Smart people give different behavioral signs that one can pick up on.

• How emotionally stable is this person? Unstable, emotional people base decisions much more on emotions rather than logic and will respond accordingly.

• How mature are they? Do they understand right from wrong?

• Are there any cultural differences that are going to affect this conversation or could explain unorthodox views or behavior?

• Finally, does this person have a medical condition or are they on drugs? If they were drunk, for instance, they may be more talkative, with less fear of the consequences.

User gains a + 10 bonus to their relevant sense motive and acting skills.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous. Must know acting (50 Points). Must know sense motive (75 Points).


Mask of gentility.
Rank: “B” Rank.
Skill: Supplementary.
Effect: User can cunningly hide their true motives and nature behind a facade of camaraderie and gentility.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: If the user is subjected to a jutsu that normally would reveal a user's alignment, the user's alignment registers as neutral. In addition, if someone tries to use sense motive to get a hunch about the user's purpose or nature, the target must succeed a sense motive against the target's acting skill with a -30.
Limit: Must learn from universal miscellaneous. Must know acting (45 points). Must know disguise (45 points).


Transformation. Duration: 250 minutes [4 hours and 10 minutes].
Rank: “D” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: Using this technique, the user assumes the form of a creature of same size category as he is or smaller.
Special: “Handseals”.
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 50 minutes per class level. User may freely designate the specifics of his new form. This can be height, weight, hair texture and color, skin tone, etc. In this new form, the user keeps their armour points, saves, allegiance and special abilities. The new abilities are adjusted accordingly as per the new size category if any change occured. It does not gain any of their new form's abilities other than its natural weapons and cannot change their voice. In this new form, the user can use all their abilities. The can not use a limb or body part that they previously did not have in their original form though. The user can create equipment, natural weapons or simply make it so that their new form carries the same equipment as they do. However, they cannot create something overly complicated or that uses chakra. This applies to mastercrafted objects, advanced weaponry, exploding tags, summoning scrolls, etc. Any part of the body or piece of equipment that is separated from the whole reverts to its true form. The user cannot use any technique of any type unless their form allows them to. The user still capable of speech even if their new form would not usually be. Even in their new form, the user retains their own creature type. They do not gain any immunities they would with another. The new form cannot be smaller than tiny. The user gains a + 25 bonus to disguise checks per class level (maximum + 75) if the user uses the technique to disguise into another creature. The new form will not provide warmth if they are not clothed. The user can also use transformation to transform into an object of their size category or smaller. The object can't be smaller than tiny. The user cannot transform into advanced weaponry or mastercrafted weapons. Neither can they replicate the effects of an object crafted. The user may use transformation to transform their clones. The range of the technique in this case is 7 meters + 6 meters per class level. The jutsu affects any clones at the user's discretion within that range. When a transformed creature is hit while maintaining a transformation, it must succeed a will save check (10 + 1/2 damage dealt). If the check fails, the technique abruptly ends. A creature that interacts with or intently observes the transformed creature may make an observation check to recognize it as transformed. The creature will not be able to determine what the true form of the creature or the user is. Creatures that can see chakra or see through chakra can make an observation check to notice chakra moving in an odd pattern around the user. This allows the creature to make a chakra lore check (difficult difficulty) to identify the pattern as a result of transformation.
Limit: Must learn from universal ninjutsu.


Human transformation. Duration: 25 hours.
Rank: “B” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: An advanced form of transformation. This jutsu allows the user to transform into a human for extended periods of time.
Special: “Handseals”.
Drawback: ---
Description: Range of this technique is personal. Duration of this technique is 5 hours per class level. As transformation, except as above and as follows. Human transformation can only be used to transform into a human. The user's chakra signature loses its nonhuman quality but appears otherwise similar.
Limit: Must learn from universal ninjutsu. Must know transformation.


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




Skills used:


Influence. Level: Master [125/125].


Stealth. Level: Master [125/125].


Perception. Level: Master [125/125].



Society, Hi no Kuni. Skill level: Master [125/125].


Society, Yuki no Kuni. Skill level: Master [125/125].


Society, current affairs. Skill level: Master [125/125].

[Hoarfrost Imp]

None of this rung a bell. Well the Ame nations bits did but only because Juniper hailed from the lands of Rain where she first met the forest spirits. All this bad blood and history only served to remind her that she was a stranger in these lands. No idea what was going on st all and it reflected in her bored stare.

Even as she stared out at the group she singled in on the emotions of the room in earnest, swamped with all the terse concern and feelings of unease that swept through here. On the surface everyone had come here of their own will but certainly no one here truly believed if things turned south there would not be casualties and themselves being a part of that casualty list.

Perhaps it was the anarchist in her when she thought it but when the concerns of treason and mutiny from within Snow kicked up Juniper had the blase thought of 'wiping' them out of the village. Not from animosity but from a purist standpoint. If they are a potential liability then why have them around at all ever? Anything could spark the dry kindling.

Shooting a look at all her village mates and then at discerning company Juniper interrupted with a throaty rattle and stood atop her perch on the table to sit on the corner table spot between Sekitan and Kahimi.

"Too scare to trust. Too proud to forgive." She mumbled irritably. Not just at Marii but at everyone present. "Generation gap. Breed hostility. Breed mistrust. Not in human nature to forgive." Shaking her head in bitter disappointment she fell into silence with a final thought. "Benefit? Growing up." These two knew of the same history from different perspectives is what it sounded like and neither were happy with it. Well maybe Sekitan since he'd bested them in this aspect but that did not make him right; Only better in that exchange of force vs force.

Seated here at this table was the very idealism that'd made Juniper ever question leaving her seclusion in the woods to pledge to a village. But who cared? They'd take her mouthy interjection with a grain of salt.

Without a word she pulled a page from Lana's book and twirled her fingers as if to suggest to 'Get on' with it.

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Love of the Empath
Rank: “B” “C”
Skill: Ninjutsu
Effect: Allows the user to feel the emotions of those surrounding them.
Special: “Hand Seals”
Drawback: It is difficult for a person to withstand feeling the emotions of more than one other person without causing themselves emotional havoc and insanity if endured for too long.
Description: After performing the needed hand seals the user will become able to feel that which others around them feel, making them rather like a lightning rod for emotions. Upon learning this technique the first time the user will pick up the emotions of any person within a fifty meter radius. After learning the additional C rank training the user will be able to single in upon a single person, reading only their emotions though it still constrained to the aforementioned radius.
Limit: Must be a Kankaku Ranzatsu

[kininata]

Kinnata paid attention to the remaks from the Yukikage, picking up on something unsettling within the tone. It wasn't long before his words and eyes came to the red-haired guard - they were like spear points tying to thrust into his very being. “I remember Amegakure’s turmoil well, it was a trying time for you all, and of the rumors that surrounded the village. Although it seems that that broke your loyalty to them rather than strengthened your bond to your home.”

“What do you think, Sandaime Amekage turned Nukenin?” He would trace the rim of his cup of sake with his right index finger. “Is it…family…that makes a man loyal then? Is it the weather perhaps? Or maybe a combination of a storm and family.” He stopped then, that smirk appearing on his face once again before he turned to the current Raikage, his last words a statement rather than a question to be answered.

The Raikage closed her eyes for a few seconds. When she opened her eyes, she would look at Kininata for a second or two. When Kininata's eye met hers, he could see how she had taken the words directed at him, and how much she had wanted to react with her heart and soul instead of what she planned. He felt the same... and yet, he would stand theor stoicly as she continued her discussions with the Yukikage.

'As one who stops the rain, the first rule you learn that loyalty, like respect, is earned. I gave Amegakure three clear opportunities to show respect and loyalty to me when I gave it to them - as a Genin, as its Amekage, then as its saviour. They failed. If you keep repeating the same thing expecting different results, that would be a lethal mistake.' His tone was flat, cold, the blood of his Yuki no Sato ancestry seeping into his words. 'If loyalty and respect is given and received by both equally, they are family. And family is above simple duty. Serving for duty, glory, money - for selfish and empty purpose is a lethal mistake.' He returned the stare at the Yukikage. 'Until Amegakure can stand above its selfish, empty purpose, it does not derserve my respect or loyalty.'

[Claws of the Tundra]

[Post 1 of 3]

(Really big posts coming through. Buckle up.)

There were enough words big and small shared during this gathering to fill a short story. In the grand outlook of things, this meeting was going to get nowhere very fast. Or worse was going to end in a bloodbath for reasons most wouldn't be able to remember tomorrow. By an unhinged point of view perhaps that bloodshed would be healthier. But then that leaves everything up to chance for each life they may or may not get snuffed out in that sort of conflict. The odds of that ending well would be the downfall of the next few generations to come.

And Juniper out of all people put that fact into light right in front of everyone. Kahimi couldn't have resonated with those jagged words any more than she already had. All the statements, assumptions, and comments worth giving had already been given... Except for one...

After Kininata had spoken once more, the otherwise quiet Inuzuka finally came to a point where she would even bother talking. Having collected all the information she had wanted from this meeting thus far.

"Well then..." She'd begin. Starting off with a clear and calm voice tone. Only pausing so she could make sure nobody was going to cut her off. Her eyes would be closed at the time, as she was focusing on making sure each word was thought of beforehand.

"We could sit here and poke at each other, but the end result from all of this talk is only one thing in particular... Villages and the alliances between them if not for a sometimes false sense of community, political security, and borderline power are useless today." she'd say.

The words spoken were with a heavy sense of unapologetic feelings, and yet zero animosity towards anyone in particular. But one should easily sense she was not entirely finished.

"It's for that reason, that I have come to question why any village truly exists if not for a show of power alone. The wilderness is much more generous and free by comparison. And it's eat or be eaten out there." She'd continue with that same bluntness.

"So before any of you continue...lets get a few things clear before one of you loses your temper and gets someone actually innocent in life killed." She'd then add.