Friends on the other side [private, NDE].

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

[Enter Marii]

'Here we are' thought the female as they approached the shrine. It was a simple Shinto shrine at the northern part of Yozamu. There was one thing that separated this shrine from the rest. It was the statue of Izanami. This was a shrine dedicated to the dead.

Just the aura alone sent shivers down her spine. Ice blue eyes glanced at the area around them. They were the only people at the shrine grounds. Suddenly, she spotted what she was looking for. It was a script of some sort inside a showcase.

Marii looked at her husband. "Can you feel it?" muttered the young woman. There was a caution in her voice. She knew they were being watched. Not by the people living here. The watchers were likely those who resided on a different plane.

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Civilian outfit: The one at the right side, minus the ear muffs.



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).


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


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

[kininata]

[Enter Kininata]

He closely followed Marii as the grounds of the shrine came into view. It was not an ornate shrine, which lay in the northern area of the city, and he recalled hearing about this as a young boy from his mother. It was a shrine dedicated to the dead, watched over by Izanami.

There was a cold touch to the air - but one that was biting at his skin, but his hairs prickled even under his clothes. It was, unfortunately, a familiar sensation - of the cold touch of death. He braced himself, focusing on something more important that bad memories and distateful sensations. He saw that Marii was looking around, gatehring as he had that there was no one else around aside from them. Then she stopped her search, focused on the shrine for a moment, and then she turned to look at him.

"Can you feel it?" muttered the young woman. There was a caution in her voice.

He nodded to his wife, and took a step forwards towards her, placing his hand on her shoulder softly. 'I do. Izanami keeps many under her watchful eyes here, as to be expected after everything that has happened to the people here over the years.' He said softly, his left hand moving to where his family kunai now rested in his clothes. He felt a fresh chill run over him as he did so.

'There is a similar shrine in Amegakure as well. Although, not public. It was hidden below the village, in a area only the Amekage could reach. Before I collapsed the entrance and the cavern anyway. You could always feels the eyes of the past watching you every time you entered. Here is no different.'

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

((OOC: I did not make the picture of the ghost. Credit goes to the artist!))

"I do. Izanami keeps many under her watchful eyes here, as to be expected after everything that has happened to the people here over the years. There is a similar shrine in Amegakure as well. Although, not public. It was hidden below the village, in a area only the Amekage could reach. Before I collapsed the entrance and the cavern anyway. You could always feels the eyes of the past watching you every time you entered. Here is no different" informed the male.

The female could not believe her ears. Why would they keep a shrine like that private!? "What the...I...I'm not going to say anything. The spirits here might get angry" replied Marii.

The anger was evident in her eyes as well as her eyes. "Let's see what we can find here. I am going to use a jutsu called soul scout. That means my soul is going to look for the spirits. Make sure I am safe since I can't move my body" told the young woman after regaining her composure.

She took a deep breath as she prepared her soul as her soul prepared to leave. A second later, it felt like someone pushed her small frame. Her soul emerged that very second. Her eyes looked at the surroundings. What she saw made her shiver.

There were several humanoid shapes occupying the grounds. There was at least thirty of them. 'I need to find my uncle or my mother-in-law. Good thing I know how they used to look like. Now...where are they?' thought the spirit.

Her human body was standing still. The only eerie thing about her was the eyes. They were rolled back a bit. However, Kininata would feel slightly less chilly now. His wife's spirit was looking out for them after all.

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Civilian outfit: The one at the right side, minus the ear muffs.



Jutsus used:


Soul scout. Duration: 25 hours [5 x 5].
Rank: “D” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: User sends their soul out to scout for the user.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Target is personal. Range is the range of searing soul. Duration is five hours per class level. User lets the leash on their soul out some so it can explore and tell the user about what is out there. User can send their soul out in a range of searing soul. When the user uses this ability, the user is unable to move or make any movements. User's soul uses the same movements as the user. User knows what each other is doing and seeing. User is able to only take movements when the user reconnects with their soul ending this effect. Soul scout cannot perform jutsus. If a creature has chakra sight, true seeing, they can see the user's soul as it moves about.
Limit: Must be a soulcaster.


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).


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


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

[kininata]

It was clear that Marii was shocked, surprised - putting it lightly - at what he told her about the shrine. "What the...I...I'm not going to say anything. The spirits here might get angry" she replied. He would tell her later, once they were done here. It was also very clear that she was angry about what she had heard.

"Let's see what we can find here. I am going to use a jutsu called soul scout. That means my soul is going to look for the spirits. Make sure I am safe since I can't move my body" told the young woman after regaining her composure.

Kininata gave a nod and a bow, and set about preparing to protect the most important person in his life. 'As long as I can, nothing here will harm your body. I'm not exactly skilled with spiritual protection, but you know I will do everything I can.' He said reassuringly, giving her a smile.

She took a deep breath, and then suddenly she was still as a statue. Kininata inhaled, closed his eyes for one second, and as they opened they had turned ice blue. His mind raced as he examined every inch of the area around the pair of them, right hand on kunai, left hand on his wife's shoulder. He felt stained whenever he used this tiny fragment of the experiments done on him, but she was his anchor. She let him keep his spirit, his emotions - his humanity - in place as this change in mindscape drained it from him.

In a moment he finished his sweep, closed his eyes, and pulled in his anchor. He opened his eyes back to their jade green. He felt a little nauseous, but otherwise back to himself. He moved his hand, and started to slowly walk around his wife, glancing all directions as best he could.

'The shrine... it was the Ichidaime's idea. A place for the Amekage to go and ask forgiveness for their failures, for those they couldn't save. To remember their obligation to be the one to stop the rain of tears of the lost.' He said softly with a somber tone. 'I always wished I could have rebuilt the shrine in the park, before I left office. I never got the chance - too many disasters to count. I want to replace the one that has been lost. I owe that.'

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

((OOC: I did not make the picture of Shuichi. Credit goes to the artist!))

The female glanced at her frozen frame. She went bug-eyed at the sight. Not only was her face frightning, but so was the male. His eyes were back to the chilly icy blue colour. An outsider would think something sinister was going on.

"The shrine... it was the Ichidaime's idea. A place for the Amekage to go and ask forgiveness for their failures, for those they couldn't save. To remember their obligation to be the one to stop the rain of tears of the lost. I always wished I could have rebuilt the shrine in the park, before I left office. I never got the chance - too many disasters to count. I want to replace the one that has been lost. I owe that" informed Kininata.

The young woman glanced around at the grounds. Her body froze when she saw a familiar face. 'HOLD ON...that ghost over there...yes. There is no mistake' concluded the spirit. The lack of a rising heartbeat or racing adrenaline was very strange.

Her deceased relative was close to one of the lanterns. "Shuichi Kino?" inquired the female. He turned around. The look on his face was priceless. "NO...MARII!?" exclaimed the spirit.

His voice was a little raspier than how she remembered. "Yes, it's me. Or - my spirit. The real me is over there" told the Raikage. She pointed at her statue-like self with her thumb.

"Thank Kami. I thought you were - ahem - not alive anymore. I would have hugged you if I could. However, I am not sure if I can since you're alive. Your husband will probably not approve either" laughed Shuichi.

"Look at your left finger - that's how I found out" clarified the man. The young woman raised her hand. Her wedding band was glowing in a bright jade colour. "You promised the kami to stay together until death separated you. Hence why your ring is the same colour as his eyes. Eyes are windows to the soul after all" explained her uncle.

"That's good to know. Speaking of which...could you please make yourself visible to us? I can't stay like this for long" explained the young woman. The male nodded with a grin on his face. Her spirit snapped back to her body a few moments later.

She gasped while her eyes rolled forwards. "Kami. That's what I call an out of body experience" muttered the brunette. Next, her relative's spirit appeared 20 feet in front of them. There was no threatening aura to him whatsoever.

The face shape plus his streamlined frame were features he shared with Hikari. That was not surprising since they were siblings. His semi-transparent body though revealed his non-human state. The lack of ankles plus feet made him look eerie as well. The man smiled while looking at Kininata.

"This is the last relative I want you to meet. This is Shuichi Kino. My uncle and mothers younger brother. Have you met earlier?" inquired the female. She knew he probably had met her husbands parents.

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Civilian outfit: The one at the right side, minus the ear muffs.



Jutsus used:


Soul scout. Duration: 25 hours [5 x 5].
Rank: “D” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: User sends their soul out to scout for the user.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Target is personal. Range is the range of searing soul. Duration is five hours per class level. User lets the leash on their soul out some so it can explore and tell the user about what is out there. User can send their soul out in a range of searing soul. When the user uses this ability, the user is unable to move or make any movements. User's soul uses the same movements as the user. User knows what each other is doing and seeing. User is able to only take movements when the user reconnects with their soul ending this effect. Soul scout cannot perform jutsus. If a creature has chakra sight, true seeing, they can see the user's soul as it moves about.
Limit: Must be a soulcaster.


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).


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


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

[kininata]

Kininata waited for what felt like a long moment, and then Marii gasped while her eyes rolled forwards. "Kami. That's what I call an out of body experience" muttered the brunette. He was going to move in to check on her, but thats when he felt a heavy, cold chill behind him.

As he turned, however, he saw a translucent, incorporeal form. At first he thought it was Hikari - but then noticed younger features, a few minor differences. And then his memory snapped like a stick. He had seen that face before. A very long time ago.

He felt nothing from him asid from the cold that such entities gave off in their presences, and the lack of feet always added that visual discomfort. Then there was that smaile he was wearing while looking straight at Kininata - so warm, and yet...

"This is the last relative I want you to meet. This is Shuichi Kino. My uncle and mothers younger brother. Have you met earlier?" inquired the female. Kininata nodded, and took a slow, cautius step forwards.

He blinked. He saw his mothers face. She was talking to someone. It was cold, there was snow, he was cold. The smiling man laughed. He saw his father place a hand on the smiling man's face. The face looked down at him. It was the same smile.

'It's a please to meet you, Kino-san.' He said, bowing deeply in respect, fully formal, nervous as he could be. The spiritual figure gave a bow back in return, the smile keeping hold.

'Ah, Kininata Hyouketsu. If it wasn't for your ring, and the traits of your mother, I would barely recognise you. I last saw you a few weeks after you were born. And now, you are married to my beloved neice.' Shuichi replied, taking a few steps closer to the pair of them.

Kininata relaxed a little. 'I wish my parents could have seen you again before... well...' He paused, and turned back to his wife. 'He looks so much like I remember him. At least, that smile, anyway.' He was smiling himself now, so much more confortable that just moments ago. Kininat a looked back at Shuichi. 'I hope that you approve?'

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

"It's a please to meet you, Kino-san" greeted the male. He gave the spirit a deep bow to show his respect. Kininata looked at the deceased man for a few moments. "Ah, Kininata Hyouketsu. If it wasn't for your ring, and the traits of your mother, I would barely recognise you. I last saw you a few weeks after you were born. And now, you are married to my beloved niece" replied Shuichi.

'So they DID meet! Surprised that he remembered him though. Then again, my uncle was an adult when they met. He must have been 22 or so' realized the female. The ghost took a few steps closer to them.

"I wish my parents could have seen you again before... well...". He paused, and turned back to her. "He looks so much like I remember him. At least, that smile, anyway." informed the young man. This made the brunette blink in surprise.

"I hope that you approve?" inquired the redhead. The Kino man nodded. "I do. Happy to see that my niece is not married for politics or money. You're taking good care of her as well" stated the Chuunin.

"You can hide bruises, but not soul injuries. Her soul was not looking ill when she appeared. I've sadly seen that in quite a few spirits. Especially children or women" explained her uncle. There was a sad tinge to his voice

His eyes looked at the younger male. 'His eyes looks just like my grandfathers. They got the same colour and shape' observed the Raikage. "I suspect Marii has taken good care of you as well. Especially after what happened to your mother" told the ghost.

"No, my death was not related to hers. Remember that we're both ghosts. Your mother however, was buried in her birth country. Hence why she is able to move around freely. I'm stuck here" explained the man.

Suddenly, there was a cold gust that made the shrine ropes shift. "Ah. Speak of the devil. Give me a moment. I think someone is here to see you Kininata-san" told Shuichi with a grin.

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Civilian outfit: The one at the right side, minus the ear muffs.



Jutsus used:


Soul scout. Duration: 25 hours [5 x 5].
Rank: “D” Rank.
Skill: Ninjutsu.
Effect: User sends their soul out to scout for the user.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Target is personal. Range is the range of searing soul. Duration is five hours per class level. User lets the leash on their soul out some so it can explore and tell the user about what is out there. User can send their soul out in a range of searing soul. When the user uses this ability, the user is unable to move or make any movements. User's soul uses the same movements as the user. User knows what each other is doing and seeing. User is able to only take movements when the user reconnects with their soul ending this effect. Soul scout cannot perform jutsus. If a creature has chakra sight, true seeing, they can see the user's soul as it moves about.
Limit: Must be a soulcaster.


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).


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


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

[kininata]

((OOC: I did not make the picture. Credit to the original artist))

"I do. Happy to see that my niece is not married for politics or money. You're taking good care of her as well" stated the incorporeal figure.

"You can hide bruises, but not soul injuries. Her soul was not looking ill when she appeared. I've sadly seen that in quite a few spirits. Especially children or women" explained her uncle. Kininata could hear the pain in his voice - that he had seen such marks on those souls before. It did unsettle him that people could do such things - being he was such a victim as a child himself.

The Kino spirit looked over at him. "I suspect Marii has taken good care of you as well. Especially after what happened to your mother." told the ghost. He nodded, smiled, given that he could see his state far better than he could ever describe.

"No, my death was not related to hers. Remember that we're both ghosts. Your mother however, was buried in her birth country. Hence why she is able to move around freely. I'm stuck here." explained the man.

Suddenly, there was a cold gust that made the shrine ropes shift. "Ah. Speak of the devil. Give me a moment. I think someone is here to see you Kininata-san" told Shuichi with a grin.

Kininata looked confused for a moment, and then heard a sound. Soft, gentle in the cold wind. Humming. It was the sound of a Yozamu lullaby from when he was a baby. His eyes widened. His hands started to shake as memories long locked away came to the forefront like a dam breaking. He knew that voice. He could feel the voice coming from behind the pair of them. He wanted to turn, but at the same time was paralysed with fear of looking at those eyes, at that face.

'Hello, Kininata.' Came a warm, soothing voice, how one might imagine blossoms sounded as they fell from the Sakura tree. He slowly turned, his eyes blurred from tears forming over his eyes. He saw her.

'Hi mom.'

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Imagine the hair with very deep crimson touches, and it fits.

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

It was the sound that made the female emotional. The sound resembled a humming of some song. She noticed how this made the male react. His jade eyes looked...frightened for the lack of a better word. A spirit started to form behind him.

Marii studied the ghost that appeared to the scene. It resembled a somewhat tall woman with crimson red hair plus olive green eyes. Her clothes looked quite traditional compared to what her uncle wore. Then again, he died on a mission in the Yuki no Kuni wilderness. During the winter nevertheless.

"Hello, Kininata". greeted a soothing voice. The softness resembled how her mother caressed her brothers as a baby. "Hi mom" replied Kininata. His eyes were all teary. So were hers, despite that the woman was not a blood relative.

"It has been so long. I would like to hug you, but I can't touch you in this form. I am so happy you were finally able to return. Looks like we're full circle". told the woman.

She walked slowly towards her son. It was a bit eerie since she did not make any footprints in the snow. "I can do this however. Stand still". told the redhead. She lifted her arms to shoulder level. It looked as if she was caressing an invisible face.

Moments later, a warmer breeze blew past the young man. The breeze seemed to stroke his face. "I saw you were able to reconcile with my brother. That makes me so pleased. Is this your wife?". inquired the woman.

She looked at the young woman behind them. The ghost tilted her head a little. It looked as if she tried to solve a difficult question. 'I will wait for Kininata to introduce us. That's the right thing to do' decided the Raikage.

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Civilian outfit: The one at the right side, minus the ear muffs.



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).



Skills used:


Influence. Level: Master [125/125].


Stealth. Level: Master [125/125].


Perception. Level: Master [125/125].



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


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

[kininata]

"It has been so long. I would like to hug you, but I can't touch you in this form. I am so happy you were finally able to return. Looks like we're full circle". told the woman. He smiled at her figure, nodding. There was so many litle details about her face he had forgotten. So many his mind was suddenly linking back to faded memories.

She seemed to walk towards him, though gently gliding over the snow might be the better description, as her feet were replaced with faded wisps of mist. "I can do this however. Stand still". told the redhead. She lifted her arms to shoulder level. It looked as if she was caressing an invisible face. Moments later, a warmer breeze blew past Kininata's face; almost as though her hand was gently caressing his cheek. He closed his eyes for a moment.

"I saw you were able to reconcile with my brother. That makes me so pleased. Is this your wife?".

It was then he realised that he wasn't dreaming, that this was actually happening. And Marii was there. He nodded, and turned towards her. 'That's right. Marii Kazeraikou, this is my mother, Yuna Hyouketsu. Mother, this is Raikage Marii Mazeraikou, my wife, and the mother of your two grandchildren.' He said to her, his eyes staying on his wife as he finally started feeling the last pieces of the pained burden esing from his very soul.

The ghostly figure wore a face of both joy and surprise at hearing the news. "Grand children? I'm so happy for the both of you. And it is a pleasure to meet the woman that has brought such joy and peace to my son." she said, providing her to same warm breeze that she had sent to Kininata only a moment ago as her expression of embracing her daughter in law. "Tell me about them. Are they healthy? Have they been as difficult as this one was when he was a child? he said with a somewhat playful tone. Kininata could only turn his head away with embaressment at that.

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

The male turned towards her. "That's right. Marii Kazeraikou, this is my mother, Yuna Hyouketsu. Mother, this is Raikage Marii Kazeraikou, my wife, and the mother of your two grandchildren". told Kininata.

The deceased woman smiled in joy and surprise. 'I bet uncle is just as surprised' mused the female. "Grand children? I'm so happy for the both of you. And it is a pleasure to meet the woman that has brought such joy and peace to my son" told Yuna. The warm breeze made Marii smile.

"Tell me about them. Are they healthy? Have they been as difficult as this one was when he was a child?" inquired Yuna. Marii laughed as the man looked away in faint shame. She looked at the taller ghost in front of her.

"I swear, I was a huge nuisance sometimes. Just ask my uncle" told the young woman. She pointed at him with her thumb. "She is not wrong. My niece was...a VERY chatty kid with an immense curiosity" confirmed the spirit.

"Oh, I do have a photo of them here. Do you see anyone?" inquired the Raikage. Her uncle scanned the grounds. He shook his head. She did an extra scan just to make sure.

'Nothing unusual. I suppose we're safe' concluded the female. "Gather around" muttered the brunette. She removed her mittens before she found a photo inside her jacket. It was taken at the twins fourth birthday.

"The kid on the left is Ichiki. The one at the left is Shuji. Yes, they're fraternal twins. Ichiki is the oldest" clarified the young woman. "Wait - did you say Shuji?" asked Shuichi.

"Yes. You were the first one. I decided to go with "ki" to honor your family Yuna-san. Your husband plus your sons had some special energy" told Marii. She smiled as she let the ghosts look at the photo.

Her mother in law looked at the twins in awe. "I see they got my son's hair. The young one got your smile as well Kininata-kun. They're so adorable" told the redhead. Her male relative looked rather touched.

The female could not blame him. After all, he did not father any children while he was alive. Having a child named after him probably added to that. "Speaking of family...that ring looks familiar. Do you have anything to say Kininata?" inquired Yuna while she pointed at her old ring.

Said ring was on the other woman's left finger. The only thing that had changed was the size. The Raikage remained quiet while she looked at her husband. Her face was pale pink with embarrassment. This was going to be interesting...

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Civilian outfit: The one at the right side, minus the ear muffs.



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).



Skills used:


Influence. Level: Master [125/125].


Stealth. Level: Master [125/125].


Perception. Level: Master [125/125].



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


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

[kininata]

Kininata was giddy with joy watching his mother and his wife talking with one another, getting to know each other. It had been a moment he had never really believed could have ever happened, and now it was he was finding himself just so full of joy and hope and uplift that he barely realised that suddenly the pair of them turned to look at him.

"Speaking of family...that ring looks familiar. Do you have anything to say Kininata?" inquired his mother while she pointed at her old ring.

He saw that Marii had gotten little flustered at the question, and hadn't really expected this to come up. Ever.

'Well,' he started, looking down at the ground for a moment, then over to Marii's uncle for a second before leting his eyes wander back to his mother. 'After... what happened, father told us that he had placed your ring in a special box, and once one of us had found our true love, it would be given to us to offer - to memorialise you, as much as bind teh family.'

He looked down again, pangs of pain and anger building up inside. 'When my brother did what he did... and then father died... and he died... I went through the house to clear out everything that wasn't needed. I didn't want to stay there anymore. I found the box, along with a photo of you and him on your wedding day beneath the ring. Being the only one left, I kept the ring with me but at the time, with everything, I never really believed I'd have need of it.' He could see the distress that was on his mothers face, a realisation of just how poorly her own son had been doing.

Then the anger and pain faded away when he raised his head towards his wife. 'And then Marii was in my life again. Bright, hopeful, everthing that I both wanted and needed in life. And I realised that I was in love, and that she was the one.'

He then reached into his belt, and pulled out a small box. 'I did have another ring made. I had thought about giving her this one instead, but I remembered what father had said all those years ago. And, since there would never be another love in my life ever again, I thought it would honour both of your memories if I did what he asked.'

He put the box away, and stood there, looking a little guilty and sorry for himself. His mother shook her head, and looked over to her daughter-in-law. "And what would you have your husband do now, Marii-chan?" She enquired of her, now they both knew the truth behind that ring.

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

((OOC: Fair warning...things are going to get emotional))

The male glanced down. "After... what happened, father told us that he had placed your ring in a special box, and once one of us had found our true love, it would be given to us to offer - to memorialise you, as much as bind the family". clarified Kininata.

The female winced when she saw his anguished facial expression. "When my brother did what he did... and then father died... and he died... I went through the house to clear out everything that wasn't needed. I didn't want to stay there anymore. I found the box, along with a photo of you and him on your wedding day beneath the ring. Being the only one left, I kept the ring with me but at the time, with everything, I never really believed I'd have need of it". admitted the young man.

Marii felt a twinge in her heart upon hearing that. She saw how his dead mother felt as well. Despite her lack of a body, there was a pained expression on her face. Even her uncle grimaced when he heard the statement. The young woman took a deep breath as he looked up at her.

"And then Marii was in my life again. Bright, hopeful, everything that I both wanted and needed in life. And I realised that I was in love, and that she was the one. I did have another ring made. I had thought about giving her this one instead, but I remembered what father had said all those years ago. And, since there would never be another love in my life ever again, I thought it would honour both of your memories if I did what he asked". informed the Chuunin.

He put the box away. The male looked a bit abashed while his mother shook her head. Moments later, she looked at the Raikage "And what would you have your husband do now, Marii-chan?" inquired Yuna. The female let out a shaky breath.

"Firstly...I want him to listen to this. You're not unworthy of love Kininata. Nobody deserves to feel like you did back then. Apart from people doing unspeakable things to women or children perhaps" added the brunette. She knew he would understand who she referred to.

The young woman stepped closer to her husband. "Don't forget everything you have added to your community either. Firstly, you were able to stop a madman from ruining Amegakure. That was after you kicked out the rotten council if I'm not mistaken" added Marii. "FINALLY!" exclaimed Shuichi.

"About time someone got rid of those - no. I won't say. The other ghosts are going to kill me again if I use that word. However, I'm glad the council got sacked. They were a major reason why I left Amegakure" told the man.

"Don't forget what you brought to our relationship either. Yes, it's easy for me to say that I don't need a boyfriend. I live in a safe village with my family plus my friends. My shinobi career means I don't have to worry about money. However...my shoulders can only carry so much" admitted Marii.

"Having you in my life means I have someone supporting me. I would be a wreck if I did not have that. Hence why I want to keep the ring you had Yuna-san. I want to be a part of your family as well. I hope you won't mind having a daughter" told the female.

The ghost looked at them with a serious expression. "Hearing how Kininata felt pains me. Especially since I could not be there physically. However, I am glad to see you found someone who loves you. That goes for both of you" stated the redhead.

The deceased female smiled. "I won't mind having you as my daughter Marii-san. However, I have to watch you two from another plane. So don't get scared if you feel watched. It's probably just me" assured Yuna.

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Civilian outfit: The one at the right side, minus the ear muffs.



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).



Skills used:


Influence. Level: Master [125/125].


Stealth. Level: Master [125/125].


Perception. Level: Master [125/125].



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


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

[kininata]

Kininata listened patiently to everyone as they spoke, soaking in what they had to say about his own admission, and his wife's. He felt pride in her, and love. He suddenly realised something. And a smile crossed his face as his mother finished speaking.

'Shuichi-san,' he stared 'the old council tried to have me assassinated. Twice. I wasn't going to let them stay in place after that... and it helped that said madman killed half of them before I could stop him.' He then looked at his mother, his eyes starting to look a brighter shade of jade green somehow, even in the cold mist around them. 'Mother, You don't need to worry about the pain, the anger that I was carrying after everything that I've been through. Because it isn't there anymore.'

Then he turned to his wife, slowly reaching out his hand to touch her cheek. 'I just realised. Its all gone. The last of the pain, the guilt... what burdens I had been carrying all this time, they're all gone now.' He took a step towards her, getting close to her face. His eyes seemed like they might be shimmering - or tearing up. 'I love you. Completely. I was once so lost in everything else, I couldn't feel it before. And you were light the guiding star above, helping find the path out of the hell I had in part made for myself, that I felt I deserved. Every step we've taken together, all of that has been shedding away like an old bad skin. And now, finally its gone. I'm free.'

He leaned his head in to touch her forehead, closing his eyes - tears slowly ran down his cheeks. 'I have never felt this happy before, this full of love, until this moment. I will always be at your side, always be there to help you stand should you ever stumble, to protect when you are hurt. Because I know you love me too, just as much. As much as we love our children, our family.'

He pulled his head back, took a step away from her, and relaxed his arm. The smile he wore now was reflecting the inner joy he felt - the same he recalled being a child, when his family was whole. They way his family is now.

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

"Shuichi-san, the old council tried to have me assassinated. Twice. I wasn't going to let them stay in place after that...and it helped that said madman killed half of them before I could stop him". informed Kininata. "Kami-sama...glad I got out of there in time" muttered the man. His wide eyes showed just how scared he was.

The female felt her lips tighten into a very narrow line. His background made her realize how fortunate the Kumogakure citizens were. "Mother, You don't need to worry about the pain, the anger that I was carrying after everything that I've been through. Because it isn't there anymore.". revealed the young man. Next, he turned towards, slowly reaching out his hand to touch her cheek.

Marii felt her heart skip a beat when she saw his eyes. They looked like jade crystals that were hit by sunlight. "I just realised. Its all gone. The last of the pain, the guilt... what burdens I had been carrying all this time, they're all gone now". told the Chuunin.

His statement made her eyes widen in surprise and joy. She was thrilled to hear that he was not suffering anymore. Behind him, she could see the deceased woman raise her eyebrows. Her husband would see Shuichi sporting the same expression as her. Especially since the younger male had tears welling up.

"I love you. Completely. I was once so lost in everything else, I couldn't feel it before. And you were light the guiding star above, helping find the path out of the hell I had in part made for myself, that I felt I deserved. Every step we've taken together, all of that has been shedding away like an old bad skin. And now, finally its gone. I'm free". stated the redhead.

He bent down to touch her forehead. She blinked when she felt the tears hit her face. The young woman swallowed the large lump in her throat. It was no use. Her own eyes started to well up with tears as well.

"I have never felt this happy before, this full of love, until this moment. I will always be at your side, always be there to help you stand should you ever stumble, to protect when you are hurt. Because I know you love me too, just as much. As much as we love our children, our family.". told her husband in a low voice. She took a deep breath as he stepped backwards.

"I-I don't know what to say really. Except that I love you as well. Not to mention our twins. I am so glad we finally are able to live together. Especially since I - or we - managed to lift you out of that dark place" replied the Raikage.

"We?" inquired Yuna. "Our sons Yuna-san. Kininata has done a first-class job as a father. I am sure your husband is proud" informed the female.

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Civilian outfit: The one at the right side, minus the ear muffs.



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).



Skills used:


Influence. Level: Master [125/125].


Stealth. Level: Master [125/125].


Perception. Level: Master [125/125].



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


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

[kininata]

"I-I don't know what to say really. Except that I love you as well. Not to mention our twins. I am so glad we finally are able to live together. Especially since I - or we - managed to lift you out of that dark place" replied the Raikage.

"We?" inquired Yuna. "Our sons Yuna-san. Kininata has done a first-class job as a father. I am sure your husband is proud." She said, and Kininata nodded.

'I'm sure he is.' Kininata said, wiping tears from his face. He moved back a little further, turning to the apparitions of his relatives. It was good to see familiar faces, to know that he could return to the shrine here to speak with them and know that they would be listening. He recomposed himself, making a few personal adjustments to his clothes, and then gave a deep bow of respect to Shuichi, followed by his mother.

'It has been an immense honour to see both of yolu here today. Thank you. Maybe one day, we can bring our children here. Then you'll be able to see them for your self, Shuichi-san.' He then turned towards his mother.

'Mother... I'm glad I could see you again. And, now I know you are there, I hope you get to see your grand children sometime soon. And, if you see father... tell him I'm sorry I couldn't get to him in time. And that I love him.'

For him, that was all that he needed to say. He looked back to his wife. 'So, is there anyone else we should talk to while we are here?'

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

"I'm sure he is. It has been an immense honour to see both of you here today. Thank you. Maybe one day, we can bring our children here. Then you'll be able to see them for your self, Shuichi-san.". told the male.

He gave the older ghost a bow to show his respect. "I would love to. I am honored that you named your son after me" told Shuichi. There was a proud look in his eyes. Kininata looked at his mother.

"Mother... I'm glad I could see you again. And, now I know you are there, I hope you get to see your grand children sometime soon. And, if you see father... tell him I'm sorry I couldn't get to him in time. And that I love him.". finished the young man.

"I will" assured Yuna. "So, is there anyone else we should talk to while we are here?" informed the Chuunin. The female shook her head. "I am afraid I need to leave. Take care Marii - and Kininata-san" told the man.

He waved them good bye as he gradually vanished into thin air. "I am afraid I need to leave too. I suspect Hikari-san is alive, but I am glad to be your mother in law. Take care Kininata and Marii-chan" said the redhead. She did the caressing gesture as she faded away.

Marii smiled as she felt the wind caress her face. "Whoa...that's not something you see every day. Especially considering your mother" told the young woman. She picked up her husbands hands if he let her. Next, she carressed them with her gloved hands.

"I am so happy we got to meet Yuna-san. She seems to be a mother anyone would be happy to have" stated the Raikage. Her stance was more relaxed in case he needed some support. It had been more than twenty years since the duo talked to each other.

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Civilian outfit: The one at the right side, minus the ear muffs.



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).



Skills used:


Influence. Level: Master [125/125].


Stealth. Level: Master [125/125].


Perception. Level: Master [125/125].



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


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

[kininata]

"I am afraid I need to leave. Take care Marii - and Kininata-san" told Marii's uncle. Kininata nodded to him, and looked to his mother.

He waved them good bye as he gradually vanished into thin air. "I am afraid I need to leave too. I suspect Hikari-san is alive, but I am glad to be your mother in law. Take care Kininata and Marii-chan" said the redhead. She did the caressing gesture as she faded away, and Kininata could feel her ethereal touch as her visage faded back into the cold misty air of the holy grounds.

He could see the smile on Marii's face, and he culdn't help himself but reflect her feelings of these moments. He had never considered what had happened today could happen. And now it had, he finally felt free. A moment later, his wife took his hands into her own.

"I am so happy we got to meet Yuna-san. She seems to be a mother anyone would be happy to have" stated the Raikage. He leaned forwards to her, gently placing his forehead against hers. 'And I am glad we both got to speak with her. This was an excellent idea, Marii, and I am so glad we did this. I am glad I came with you.' He kissed her head, and then leaned back. 'Now, back to me doing my official duties, Raikage-sama. I believe we have a comrade to join up with and a boat to catch back home.'

[Exit with Marii]

[Marii K. Kazeraikou]

He leaned forwards, gently placing his forehead against hers. "And I am glad we both got to speak with her. This was an excellent idea, Marii, and I am so glad we did this. I am glad I came with you". finished the male. He kissed her head, and then leaned back.

The female smiled back at him. "Now, back to me doing my official duties, Raikage-sama. I believe we have a comrade to join up with and a boat to catch back home." told Kininata. "We do. Let's go" replied Marii as they left the grounds.


[Exit with Kininata]