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[yara]

Yama’s presence was fairly awkward. He’d notice, as soon as he entered through the water country gates that…something was different. It was either a different aura, or something other that was troubling him but he couldn’t get it off his mind. Unlike most days in mist, the clouds were clear and the sun was shining, possibly the perfect day to see Mizukage Zieg. ”Well I guess I’ll ask someone if they’ve seen him around, I’m pretty sure he’s still not bundled up in the tower, hopefully…” Yama said to himself, dodging the endless crowds of people within the country.

Business within the country was as busy as ever, its’ market place seemed to be the more popular since it was surrounded by all trade, one of the reasons he’d liked the village. His bare optics swerved in and out of various crowds in order to spot people he knew. Stopping by a nearby candy shop he’d begin his search. ”Have you seen Mizukage-sama?” he asked in a flashy tone.

”Nah, Haven’t all day. You should check the tower, he’s usually there..” he responded.

”Great…” Yama said blatantly, walking over to a nearby chill spot in order to relax, he had done enough walking as it is. This spot was a small lake surrounded by fun and laughter. Under a tree rested a bench, which is where Yama proceeded to sitting on for the time being.

[Umehara]

[. NPCing an ANBU, as requested by Shin.]

Lingering near the water, a neko mask shone against the luminous glow of the day's environment as beady eyes fell upon the shinobi nearby. Folded arms were let down to his sides as he shook his head slightly from behind his mask. "Not another one.." he commented. There seemed to have been more and more who were returning, only to find out from ANBU mouths that much had changed in their time away. Without so much as a huff, a shunshin carried him closer.

"You are..of Mizu, correct? A recent entrant of the Chuunin Exams? If this be so, then it is my duty to inform you of the changes that we are undergoing. State your name for confirmation."

[yara]

’Damn, shit’s going down already?’

Yama’s attention caught onto the ANBU mask quickly. It was usually in times like this that he would sit down and mind his business, or turn and look the other way but the exams had given him a new paranoia that couldn’t be explained. Almost immediately after the ANBU shunshined, Yama would spring forth holding his hilt un-aggressively in a uniform action as if his body was reacting for defense and offense.

"You are..of Mizu, correct? A recent entrant of the Chuunin Exams? If this be so, then it is my duty to inform you of the changes that we are undergoing. State your name for confirmation."

Yama stood confused just for a moment. ”Senju, Yamakoro. And yes I am a recent entrant of the chuunin exams, whats’…going on?”

[Umehara]

A small grin crossed his features.

"The first order of business is to welcome you back from the Chuunin Exams. You appear to be in one piece, and that is always a good sign for those who have travelled such a distance. I take it that you have done well, though our Mizukage will offer more praise when you've arrived. That...is the most important change."

The words were brief, the ANBU's eyes crossing to the bodily motions of his subordinate. Having surpassed most shinobi in his league with relative ease, he would dismiss the hasty act. "Uchiha Zieg is no longer Kage. We are now under the leadership of Uchiha Shin. Though they are both Uchiha...it appears that the former Kage was inadequate for the position. And as a progressive village...that was simply not allowed to continue without its consequences."

He would go no further, instead opting to wait for the male's reply to such sudden news. Whatever his reply, the truth remained - there was no turning back from fate's hand.

[yara]

’….s…s…SHIN!?’

Yama looked dumbfounded now. It couldn’t be, just months ago Shin was his teammate and better yet his rival in all aspects, but most importantly his brother. Yama would smile through it all; sweat masking his forehead from the stressful words given to him by the masked ANBU. ”Ahh.. Shin’s Kage eh? Hmm.. Well I guess that means the village is safe and blossoming. It has been many days since the sun’s been out. Do you have any news on his whereabouts? Or is he too busy at the moment?” Yama asked patiently, in the back of his mind he wondered whether or not he was chuunin and what Shin thought of his battle record.

More so, Yama admired the boldness of the ANBU. His mask ensured him invisibility. His garments were black and dull, a colorless tone and even on one of the more beautiful of days. It was as if it kept people knowing that authority controlled most of everything in their lives.

[yara]

- exits until atsu posts.

[Umehara]

"His whereabouts..?"

The ANBU pondered this for but a moment, and afterward pointed in the general direction of the ANBU temple. Of course, he was not allowed to traverse such grounds. But those who were welcome could entry and exit as they pleased. Wich such said, he spoke his words carefully.

"You will find him in the Uchiha Temple. It has been spread by our intel that he has been there for quite some time. Accompanying him will be a task that you take at your own risk. I warn you now, though - tread lightly. Their Clan is a hasty one. Quick..but efficient."

With that, he turned away.