A Figment of your Imagination {Training}

[Arashi Zetsumei]

((Mission is done but while awaiting the Ryo, I'm just gonna get this training thread setup for tommorow/later today depending on time zones))

genjutsu said:

Figment Perception
Rank: "C" Rank
Skill: GenJutsu
Effect: With this technique the user is capable of performing Jutsus that deals with the type of perception of Figment kind. The Figment GenJutsus are Jutsus that deals, and consists of
Special: ---
Drawback: Without this the user is unable to perform Jutsus dealing with the Figment Perception.
Description: A Figment GenJutsu creates a false sensation. Those who perceive the figment perceive the same thing, not their own slightly different versions of the figment. This means that it is not a personalized mental impression. Figments cannot make something seem to be something else. A figment that includes audible effects cannot duplicate intelligible speech unless the technique description specifically says it can. If intelligible speech is possible, it must be in a language that the user is capable of speaking. If the character tries to duplicate a language the character cannot speak, the image produces gibberish. However since Genjutsus are not specific such as that it only works with how a user knows or fibs forth. This also works when a character cannot make a visual copy of something unless the character knows what it looks like.
Limit: No Limitation.

Upon dashing out of the kage's tower, she'd made her way back to her apartment in a rather mad dash. Stopping at the apartment was only necessary because she had some equipment she wanted to get for her training. Having ignored the figment perception in favour of the more challenging perceptions, it was about time she picked up the slack. So along with various scrolls that she recorded notes on as well as genjutsu books, she would bring with her a vase.

As she walked she carried a large backpack to hold most of the items. She was reading through the book to set her mind in the right mood as she made her way to the academy grounds. While not being an academy student anymore, she preferred coming to school to train. It felt like she learned more when she was here. Though it was probably because she could pester the different chuunin teachers. In any event she was out in the yard well past the time kids lingered behind. "Alright Arashi, in order to get this training down you'll have to will your mind into thinking about objects that don't exist."

Standing still she held the tiger hand seal and began to focus her chakra as well as her mind. Some of the basic principles of genjutsu was to get your target to believe in what you show them. Yet in order to do such a thing, the caster had to believe themselves. The best person to practice these genjutsu on was naturally herself. Already she was beginning to delude her mind, her eyelids closing slowly. She could recall the school yard perfectly and so she released the seal. Sliding off the backpack slowly, it was rested down to the ground. She then took several steps back before sitting down, eyes still closed.

Forming the tiger seal once more, she would circulate chakra around her body as she began to visualize her backpack. She could remember all the details, it was brown with cute buckles. Inside it contained the vase, three different scrolls; a red scroll, a blue scroll, and a green scroll. It also contained one additional book on figment perception. The next step in the process was to imagine another copy of her backpack in the yard. The second bag being inches to the right of the original. "There can be two backpacks in the court yard." She spoke out loud to nobody in particular. She continued to repeat this, just like a mantra. She then opened her eyes slowly and continued the next step in deluding herself.

Switching her hand seal to that of the ram, she began to mould chakra within her eyes. This was a common area to focus chakra on for the other perceptions and so she'd apply it to this one as well. She then looked at her backpack and began to imagine that second backpack. Little by little she imagined the details of her backpack, it's location exactly as she envisioned it. To an outsider it would seem as if the girl was staring intensely at nothing at all. Yet the battle Arashi was having inside her mind was quite intense. She was willing herself to believe her mental image. Within her mind's eye she saw herself walking over to the second bag; opening it and removing the vase. In order to add to that effect, she proceeded to remove the vase from the first bag.

Things were beginning to come together, she'd imagined several different ideas of interacting with this second bag. She'd even mixed up the positions of the bags, so when she stopped imagining the second bag she ended up staring at the bag in front of her. "Which bag could that one be, the first bag...or the second?" Carefully examining the design, Arashi's mind began to become confused. Due to the amount of shuffling, she was positive that the bag that remained was in fact the second bag.

[adero]

+10

10/30

[Arashi Zetsumei]

So if this was the second bag, she'd have to take the first steps with her chakra to bring back the first bag. With chakra still concentrated into her eyes; she began to emit the chakra to the position where she had imagined. In order to do this, she utilized what she understood of the bunshin no jutsu. One could say that the entrance into the figment perception for Genjutsu Specialists would be that of bunshin no jutsu. It creates an independant sensation that is interpreted the same no matter who sees it. It takes quite a bit of attention to detail in order to form the clone as well.

So as she emitted the chakra with her eyes she quickly flew through the usual seals for bunshin no jutsu. What resulted was...another bag! Yet she couldn't jump for joy just yet. For as she began to focus her attention on the other bag, it began to slowly fade away. It was with this step of the process that she'd simply need to try and try again. First, she began to take the remaining objects out of the bag. Then, performing those similar bunshin no jutsu seals, she began to concentrate her chakra to focus on the different objects laid out before her.

First, she'd start with the vase. Holding that last hand seal, chakra emitted from her eyes straight ahead. Soon another vase was standing to the left. However in her mind, she had already pictured five vases. So she began to mould her chakra more and more. No sooner would she have those five vases. Things seemed to be going well but she had to further delude her mind. What if she wanted to have the vase in different areas of the academy yard? Well then, running to the other side she skidded to a halt next to a lone tree. She was actually quite familiar with this tree as she sat there during recess all by her lonesome.

Yet knowing that there were other children sitting quietly with themselves was perhaps what made Arashi feel less lonely. It was like a norm for her, to which she rested her left palm against the base of the tree. She remembered bringing in that very vase in order to hold some flowers in long ago. Slowly sliding down into a kneeling position, she'd continue her efforts. This time, instead of emitting chakra through her eyes, she'd focus it into both her palms. Hovering her palms inches above the ground she'd soon make the vase appear before her. A small smile formed across her face as she recalled kneeling down with her hands on either side of the vase; beautiful flowers that were brought in for kunoichi studies placed firmly within.

She began to create more and more objects to lay around the tree. She made three copes of her backpack, copies of the genjutsu scrolls and instruction books. These were the things she'd had on her mind as she began this training so it was no surprise that she could create genjutsu of these very items. However the true essence of the perception of figments; was to be able to create those figments on the whim. Recalling the intricate details of whatever needed to be created. This was because, according to her readings; figment perceptions often involved creating a distraction in order to escape pursuit or to trick the enemy into a well laid trap.

That was when she thought about the vase and the flowers that were originally within it. She had to search through her memories to recreate the details of those flowers. Easing herself so that she could sit down, the next task began. She went back, back to when she was younger as she began to delude herself further. To trap herself within the memories of yesteryear and recreate those precious flowers.

[Naegi˚ 苗木]

[+10+]

[.20.30.]

[Arashi Zetsumei]

Had she not done far worse when learning the other perceptions, this whole training would be considered quite dangerous. Mental exhaustion was the least that could go wrong here, yet that was what all Genjutsu masters did. Throw themselves to the wolves in order to endure and survive. As mentioned before, one of the strongest assets for a specialist of this field was to believe in them yourself. The more the user believed, the more accurate and real they could bring forth their techniques. Concentration was certainly the key here and soon all that was in front of her became voided by the mental images within.

Flashback: Hikumi's gift

"Arashi-chan...er um...these are for you!" came Hikumi's nervous voice. He'd become much more confident since meeting up with Arashi, yet when it came to certain things about his best friend; he still lost his wits. Within his outstretched hands was a blue vase. It contained a collection of beautiful white lotuses. For the first time in a long while, Arashi's dead / possessed looking eyes displayed a glint of life. Her arms gently moved out to accept the vase from her friend. "Thank you very much Hikumi-kun." Arashi replied with a deep bow. She rarely, if ever received gifts and never from anyone her own age. The two began to look nervous for a moment, it's true they hung out a lot but if others saw such a scene, what would they think?

Well, in this case Hikumi didn't want to find out. He was still young at the time; ten to be exact so he naturally got a bit panicked by the silence and eventually ran off. He looked back to wave bye quickly and was on his way home. Arashi herself looked to see him go before getting entranced by the white lotuses beauty. Her right hand moved to wrap around the vase in order to free her left arm. With that, her left hand moved it's fingers to gently touch and examine the flowers. The first thing she noted was how soft they felt. Then she closed her eyes and inhaled. Their delicate scent was now captured within her mind and upon opening her eyes, they resumed their normal look. She began to carefully study the lotus now and in no time they would quickly become her favourite flower.

End Flashback

This...was it; a single moment in time captured; as if a snap shot was being held in front of her. It was creating an interesting veil, a veil made of pure white. Performing several hand seals, she ended with ram. This would require concentration for now she was pulling forth a memory of something from long ago. The key moment, what would define the success of this jutsu lay within her current set of actions. With chakra now concentrated into her palms; she made some gentle swaying motions. These motions reflected the form of the vase itself. The result, was nothing less than magic! Standing in front of her kneeled down form, was the very vase of yesteryear. It contained those same white lotuses, the light seeming to reflect on its form.

With that, she slowly stood up, seemingly accomplished. As she did she could feel a gentle hand resting on her right shoulder. When she turned her head to look over her right shoulder, she could see a now fourteen year old Hikumi. He had his familiar soft smile, very reassuring. She couldn't help but smile as well, her eyes slowly closing as if to create a snapshot of the very moment. After all, in Arashi's mind...that magical moment of seeing her friend; twas real. Although mind you...

We're talking about a delusional girl, so perhaps...Hikumi was simply a figment of her imagination...

[Elgar]

+5
25/30

[Arashi Zetsumei]

Upon opening her eyes, Hikumi had disappeared. She was so close to being with him once more. Was there something she hadn't understood concerning creating figment perceptions? Her mind began to cycle through what she understood, what she had currently learned. Walking over to the backpack that was present, she examined it once more and then reached for one of the scrolls she brought. Pressing her back to the tree, she slowly unraveled the scroll. There was a listing of potential figment based genjutsu, yet the one that caught her eye was the following:

Hydrou Bunshin no Jutsu
Rank: "D"
Skill: Genjutsu
Effect: The user performs the needed handsigns and then creates what seems to be an ordinary clone. The clone can not attack and will disappear the second it comes into contact with an opponent, however, when the clone is destroyed two more clones come in the place of the destroyed clone, this can continue infinitely if the clones are continuously destroyed, its purpose to overwhelm the opponent in numbers and cause an effect of invincibility although the clones can do no damage. A simple "Kai" technique can easily get rid of all of the clones when used by a skilled genjutsu user.
Special: Boar, Rat, Dragon, Tiger
Drawback: No drawbacks to the user
Description: The hydra clone technique looks like a normal bunshin no jutsu, however this is changed as the clone is destroyed and more take it's place, making the technique look like a high level kage bunshin no jutsu when in reality the clones are simple clones that can do no damage.
Limit: Must know Figment Perception

"That's what I was using to understand this perception to begin with..." Arashi whispered to herself before letting out a loud sigh. It was when she closed her eyes, she began to go over what she read in her mind. It was then that something came to mind, a small bit of wording that sparked some hope. In reality...well of course a figment was just the first part in truly bringing anything to life. One had to be able to see it, yet it still didn't quite exist in reality. Perhaps that's what clouded her understanding, there was also something else that bothered her. She'd made the vase with the flowers, yet she'd only tried it out once. If she could do it, she'd need to try it again and this time with reference only from her memory.

Taking the time to perform various seals, she soon concentrated the chakra into her palms. Practice was what ultimately made perfect, so for the next little while she'd begin a tedious but necessary cycle. First taking the time to do the seals, then concentrating chakra to her palms or her eyes. Then the emiting of her chakra to form small sized objects. She'd started her cycle with the creation of kunais, shuriken, and other weapons in her pouch. This was because she was so familiar with them she didn't need the reference. Next, she began to make dango. It was like Arashi was sitting at the dango shop looking over the menu.

Once more, these were things she was used to seeing, in order to increase the difficulty, she had to think of less common articles in her life. Considering this was the Stone Village, stones that Arashi had seen on the whim were next in line to be created. Then came seashells, starfish, things one would have to venture out quite a bit of ways to see in these parts. She couldn't help but giggle to herself. This was actually becoming quite fun, she could only liken it to putting on a magic show. Then again, that's exactly what genjutsu users did. Put on a believable show. So of course she should be having a good time understanding this perception.

Already she was beginning to regret not learning this earlier. She could only think of creating whatever came to her mind and it became a fun game. A game that only Arashi knew the rules and like a good arcade game, unlimited levels. Unfortunately this resulted in her using up most of her chakra and was becoming mentally exhausting to push her mind like this for any longer. It was unfortunate but she decided that she'd head home and save learning the technique which inspired and made her understand the Figment perception for another day.

[Itaru]

Learned

[Arashi Zetsumei]

{Enter}
Now that everything was okay again, it was time to enjoy the downtime. She went out on a stroll of the village. It felt strange to know that she was...back. It seemed like she would have been sent out on a new mission entirely. Well there was no point jinxing the sweet downtime. Perhaps she would go for some dango--- Turning to her right, the academy came to view. She looked to the court yard and recalled her training prior. Perhaps it would be alright to train for awhile, there were plenty of genjutsu to learn after all.

So interrupting her scroll, she entered into the academy. As luck would have it, one of her old tutours was there, Minato Hanataro. "Hanataro sensei, long time no see!" He waved to the young genin and motioned for her to come over. Looks like some well needed training was about to begin.

OOC: Just getting my thread prepared, not a bit of training was meant for this post.

[Arashi Zetsumei]

Once she scootd over to the chuunin, she looked quite eager to train. That was when he asked if she had forgotten anything. Seemingly, she was so eager she forget the scrolls with the techniques she wanted to learn and she didn't check on Okayaki to see how he was doing. With a quick bow, she epxlained herself: "Hanataro-sensei, I did forget something...or rather lots of things. Some of which will take a day to resolve. I'll come back tommorow." It was silly of her to try and get settled into training before seeing matters through and so, she left back home.

{exit}