Checkpoint / Village Gates

[hirihi]

Hirihi turned her gaze to look at him as he spoke, drawing her eyes from the horizon towards the inner city. The bustling people below caught her eye for a brief moment as she listened to his questions. "I'm Hirihi. Rinji Hirihi." She said. Her first response was easy, it was merely her name. Nothing less and nothing more. But, his next questions actually made her think. Made her consider her circumstances a bit differently.

Bringing her hand up to the black flute that laid on her chest, she closed her eyes and thought of her mother. Of what she had done to sacrifice for her, and what her father had done to keep her in the village. Opening her eyes, she tried to keep her eyes blank. "I'm a shinobi because of my father and my mother. My father was not born in this village. He was accepted, though, under the terms that he used his talents for the good of the village. Once they had seen my eyes, they immediately began to discuss putting me in the academy. In return for training me to use my chakra more conservatively, to maintain the constant strain from my eyes, I would become a shinobi to assist the village. Just as my father was." Hirihi said, realizing that she had never really spoken of such things to others outside the family.

As far as her feelings towards the missions that she performed, Hirihi wasn't sure how to respond to it. "I do what the village asks of me... That's about all I can say at this point." Hirihi said. Deciding that she had answered enough without answers for herself, Hirihi began to ask questions of him now. "What about you? What is your name? What drives you to do what you do, as a shinobi of Konoha?" Hirihi asked, turning again to look towards the horizon. To make sure she didn't remain planted in one spot too long, she would pace along the wall to keep an active eye on things below.

[Katsumaru]

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Katsumaru too was bound by these shackles placed upon the shinobi. A slight apathy, so slight, rose within his sensations many years ago. For it mattered not what chains bounded him to this place, his freedom, to an extend, will remain. Perhaps for now at least. Quite a contradiction within that little twisted mind of his; he loathed to be bounded, yet, he depended on this village, engaged in an almost parasitic relationship with Konohagakure. Alone out it the world he cannot survive, and in this village he must stay.

”Katsumaru Aburame. The life as a shinobi allows me to survive. I was born a wretched abomination, a dichotomy of plant and man. Many hunger for my death and savour my suffering."[/ul]

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Kikaichu no Jutsu (Destruction Bug Host Technique)[10 TP]
Rank: D
Skill: Ninjutsu
Effect: Allows the user to control the kikaichu given to him by the Kikaichu Ishoku ritual.
Special: N/A
Drawback: The kikaichu feed from the shinobi’s chakra.
Description: This allows the user the control the kikaichu in the use for their techniques. he bugs feed and live off the Chakra which the body stores and in return the Ninja gets to control and command the bugs, using them as their primary fighting technique. These bugs have the ability to drain chakra through physical contact with the enemy (and possibly consume a fraction of the host's chakra as well.)
Limit: Must have Kikaichu Ishoku

Mushihenge no Jutsu(Bug Transformation Technique)[10 TP]
Rank: D
Skill: Ninjutsu
Effect: Transforms a mass of bugs into a solid object.
Special: Tiger handseal
Drawback: One solid hit forces the bugs to scatter, breaking the transformation. Requires the same amount of mass in bugs as the object that it is being transformed into.
Description: The user takes a mass of bugs and by performing the Tiger handseal is capable of using the Henge no Jutsu on them to create a single solid object.
Limit: Kikaichu no Jutsu

[hirihi]

Hirihi leaned against the wall, devoting her attention to him as he spoke. She would only nod in agreement at the statements he made. It was true what he said, in a sense. She didn't really have a mind of her own. She was just a dog that took orders. Or, so it would seem. But... it felt right for her to do it. To just do what she was told made it easier. If the Hokage needed her in Kaze, she'd go. If she was needed in Tsuki, she'd jump. It was an empty life, to some, but it was a life nonetheless.

Once he had begun to speak of himself, Hirihi listened intently. So, a mixture of plant and human. It was an obvious thing, but what caused such a thing? Was a ritual done to make a human in such a way? Or, was it a natural growth over time that occurred. Things she would keep to herself for the time being.

"From how you describe yourself, Katsumaru, you see yourself in the same light. Do you find yourself to be a monster? An unnatural being? If that is how you see yourself, you can't go much higher than your own expectations." She said, her eyes again flicking to the bright red after a few blinks. Once she saw that the 50 meters around was clear of anything that was out of the ordinary, she let the eyes drop once more. Little bursts now and then were simple enough to perform. Not near as much usage or concentration was necessary.

"If you think such things of yourself, then we think along different terms, but similar paths." She said. She left her voice trialling a bit in thought, shaking her head to be free of them. "We should move down. 50 meters at least." Hirihi said, making sure that her Tasukeru was used at least efficiently.

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Tasukeru (Seeing Life)
Rank: C, B, A, S
Skill: Doujutsu
Effect: Allows a full three hundred and sixty (360) degree field of vision and some predictability to physical attacks. Unlike Byakugan, the user sees life in its normal colors during this tech, no details spared. Signs of life, thermal readings and X Ray vision is near perfect. Can also read a determine the difference of a regular shinobi to that of one with a bloodline or if they house any foreign presence by the different chakra waves displayed when observed through Tasukeru. This does not mean one knows the BL right away. Must have encountered the BL before in order to know exactly who they are. The ‘C’ ranked version grants the user up to 50 meters of observing. Each new rank for the Jutsu will add 50 more meters. This can be trained multiple times after all the ranks are achieved in order to add 50 meters onto one’s total. Each extra training is worth an S ranked training.
Special: Although one is born with this jutsu, one must activate the eyes through training.
Drawback: Heavy chakra drain over time, especially when multiple phases of the Tasukeru are accessed. While Taijutsu can be predicted, the Onigami are not designed to have fast twitch muscles. As such, perfect blocking simply won’t happen all the time.
Description: Summoned through will, the scarlet eyes of the Onigami will grow a very vibrant neon red and all life becomes theirs to fully observe. Once activated, the user has a three hundred and sixty (360) degree field of vision, as well as the ability to see into other people’s bloods. For those allied to an Onigami, this jutsu is revered for making the Onigami known as the ultimate scouts.
Limit: Must be part of the Onigami BL.

[Dealer's Button]

As he walked out of the gates he saw his teammate Katsumaru. Terfezia could tell he was busy so it would not be good to bug him. Also he had a mission to get done himself so simply continued towards the farm. The green haired genin kept his hands in his pockets as the wind blew his shaggy unkempt hair slightly.

~enter/exit~

[✗ Kaeor ✗]

The Uchiha could of cried as he returned back to his home. He was immensely glad to be back from his trip as the first thing he decided to do was to see the Hokage.

/ enter

[Katsumaru]

A deep, guttural chuckle escaped from the Kouba's throat. The laughter continued, nigh monotone, and before he closed his mouth, a two kikaichu crawled forth, one came forth from the nostril and the other from the mouth. The two landed on the right shoulder. Katsumaru remained silent for a moment, wordless as he gazed towards her, once again tilting his head sideway.

"T'is only a monstrosity that thrives in a world of dread. It is a wretched thing to have a mind clouded by worries and inhibitions. An abomination I may be, but it is of no concern, aside from the buffoons after my flesh and bone. In this world, one of inconceivable horrors, only one truly twisted and distorted can thrive. The others will be culled."

At the mention of moving downward, Katsumaru nodded. Wise, to employ ones abilities to the full extend. He had found a liking for this girl, someone competent. To be chained by the foolish is a miserable thing, and a slight hope arose, so slight, that this peculiar red eyes woman passed beyond such inanity. Following the suggestion, he continued to walk until a group of stairs leading a bit further down fell into his path, and with a shrug, stepped downward.

"Surely we are on different paths. I will transcend beyond this fragile, mortal shell. Ascend to a height none have reached. And you, what is your path? Why do you follow it?"

[hirihi]

Hirihi couldn't help but be a bit puzzled at his statement. In a way, it didn't make sense to her. Was he being down on himself, or was he stating that he didn't really care what others thought of him. Hirihi didn't know which from his words to follow, but his actions and tone seemed to explain. He liked who he was. He thrived on the wretched thoughts others had of him.

When he acknowledged her ability to see within the 50 meter radius, Hirihi was glad for it. He didn't question it, didn't ask how it was done. He just took her word for it. Though the bug thing was still a bit creepy, she was becoming accustomed to it. Moving down quietly with him, she listened to what he spoke. She did want to become something. Not something that she could yet recognize. But she knew that she was interested in not staying the same way forever. That was stagnant, something she was against.

"My path... I am still learning what I want from myself. I'd like to say that I know what I plan to do for myself, but I can't be sure yet. I just know that I am a competent medic. And, I am competent enough to be of use to the Hokage. As long as I have a purpose, I have nothing to worry about." She said, thinking to herself. "Actually... that isn't true. I do have a goal. I would like to master the curse of my blood and begin to use it for the better, rather than the dark curse that I see it as." Hirihi said, eyes hopeful. She had never told her father of her plans. Whether she had to practice it in secret, or practice it while away on missions for the village, she wanted to become a master of the very thing her father feared most. The Tasukeru.

"Only answer this if you feel comfortable. Do you ever... loathe how others look at you? Not just acquaintances, but people closer than that. Do they eye you differently because of what you are?" Hirihi asked, curious. Taking the pause in their conversation to its advantage, Hirihi's eyes went neon red against as she scanned around them. Again, nothing of note. Once she felt safe to let her eyes fall back to the dark red once more, Hirihi focused again on Katsumaru.

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Tasukeru (Seeing Life)
Rank: C, B, A, S
Skill: Doujutsu
Effect: Allows a full three hundred and sixty (360) degree field of vision and some predictability to physical attacks. Unlike Byakugan, the user sees life in its normal colors during this tech, no details spared. Signs of life, thermal readings and X Ray vision is near perfect. Can also read a determine the difference of a regular shinobi to that of one with a bloodline or if they house any foreign presence by the different chakra waves displayed when observed through Tasukeru. This does not mean one knows the BL right away. Must have encountered the BL before in order to know exactly who they are. The ‘C’ ranked version grants the user up to 50 meters of observing. Each new rank for the Jutsu will add 50 more meters. This can be trained multiple times after all the ranks are achieved in order to add 50 meters onto one’s total. Each extra training is worth an S ranked training.
Special: Although one is born with this jutsu, one must activate the eyes through training.
Drawback: Heavy chakra drain over time, especially when multiple phases of the Tasukeru are accessed. While Taijutsu can be predicted, the Onigami are not designed to have fast twitch muscles. As such, perfect blocking simply won’t happen all the time.
Description: Summoned through will, the scarlet eyes of the Onigami will grow a very vibrant neon red and all life becomes theirs to fully observe. Once activated, the user has a three hundred and sixty (360) degree field of vision, as well as the ability to see into other people’s bloods. For those allied to an Onigami, this jutsu is revered for making the Onigami known as the ultimate scouts.
Limit: Must be part of the Onigami BL.

[Solus]

[Enter]

Ahh, his village, it seemed to be ages ago that he he stepped through these very gates, encountering the Godaime, on his way to the Chuunin exams. Taking note of two people near the gate when he passed throug, the Genmaster made a mental note of the fact that he did not know them. Hopefully not to much had changed. Lazily he drifted into Konoha

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[Exit!]

[Katsumaru]

[/i][/color] For but a moment, his memory grasped around memories of his father, her relinquishment of him. Even an abomination felt, shed tears and wept.

Katsumaru felt a bizarre sympathy for her, a girl cursed and damned by the blood in her veins. Perhaps he was rather melodramatic in his view, but it mattered not, for a slight romanticism and dramatic undertone drenched many of his words and thoughts. Ah, how interesting it was to meet a girl so curious, with a path for the future.

”Hatred. That is much of what I feel. An overwhelming sense of anger and frustration, tainting my body and soul.”[/i] At the moment, the Kouba felt rather calm. His emotions were at a rest rather than trapped in a wild, seemingly perpetually dancing vortex. Calmness, such a serene calmness.[/ul]

[hirihi]

Hirihi could only watch him as he spoke. He seemed to understand things more than she thought. Though he talked in a strange way, he was making her consider the answers she had actually set in her mind. He was peculiar, but, he seemed to have his own demons to struggle with. And, why not? He was seen, even by her originally, as a thing to avoid. He had all reason to struggle. But, surely, if he were still alive, he had something he was holding onto.

Sighing, letting her mind rest for a moment, she took a few steps away from him. She wasn't sure really what to say to his answer, nor the questions he had asked. She wasn't sure whether what he said was to help or to hurt. "I would say I'm competent. If I wasn't, I wouldn't be alive right now. I've done my fair share of things to prove my strength. And, as far as my curse goes, by better, I mean not being ruled by it. To be able to withstand the strain it puts on me, even when in use. Even going so far as to figure out the depths of the power it may possess." Hirihi said.

She had nothing to say after that, leaving silence between the two. Turning her eyes to watch the horizon, she didn't bother to activate her eyes. There was no need. She could see well enough and didn't need to exert the energy.

[Katsumaru]

Katsumaru nodded, finding the answer acceptable. Reasonable rather than impulsively answering the inquisition. He turned on his heel, returning the way from which they came. The patrol has continued for some time and no unwanted intrusions or escapes had been attempted.

”I believe we are done here. Let us report to the Tower.”

Silently, speaking not a single work, he walked the path traced before hand, blade of bugs still on his shoulder.

[Exit to Konoha]

[hirihi]

Following suit, Hirihi follow behind Katsumaru towards the Hokage's tower. They had spent a good amount of time and energy there. Nothing had happened, thankfully, that she would have had to deal with. It wasn't that she doubted her help, it was that she still had a bit of doubt in herself. That would change.

.:Exit:.

[Solus]

[Enter!]

Aaand leaving again... That's how things seemed to work around here. Oh, well, it was not up to Solus, the mission might bring him back in the mood. Drifting through the gates he would head to his destination in the capital.

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[Exit!]

[Katsumaru]

[Enter]

The time to depart for Tanzaku Gai has come. The Kouba walked through the gates out into the Land of Fire. Dangerous. Surely this will be dangerous. He shrugged lightly and walked towards a tree, the flytrap embracing the body, merging with the tree. From tree to tree, plant to plant he moved.

[Exit to Land of Fire]

[hirihi]

.:Enter:.

With quickness in her step, the pink haired shinobi was moving fast out of the village gates. Heading towards the capitol to take care of some rebels that had been getting a bit out of hand. Though she was a few steps behind her comrade's, she'd quickly catch up.

.:Exit:.

[Dealer's Button]

~enter/exit~

Terfezia arrived at the village gates. His farming mission was done sadly. The time alone gave him time to think about how much he missed his old life. The green haired genin could not complain because he was a ninja there was no way to avoid the title now. He thought about this as he entered the village heading to the tower.

[Delphi]

Midoriko made her way back into the village after her recent encounter. She had been gone for some time but something was still itching at the back of her mind.

Enter village

[Ishin]

Bende would approach the gates heading straight towards one of the ANBU. He would grin and tell him/her his intentions "Hey ANBU. I am going to go out for a while to do a mission. It might take a while though." and with that he would walk towards the exit waving his hand to the ANBU.

{Exit Village}

[apple]

[Enter in to gates]

Entering, she'd skip through the gates as per usual and make her way in to her village, firstly going towards her tower in order to take care of potential guests.

[Exit to Konoha]

[ladynatsumi]

[Enter into gates]

I power-walked through the gates, smiling widely. I just couldn't be happier knowing that well for one thing: The mission was a success, and two: I was home again.

[Exit to Konoha!!]