Sano Hanging Out (Open)

[sano]

Sano made his way through the village walking at a leisurely pace. Every step he took step activated his ability to sense through subtle tremors and lit the way allowing him to see outward fifty meters or so. Normally the young boy would be out training or locked in his room committed to some scroll studying it reverently. Despite his child size Sano was deadly serious when it came to just about everything in his life. His parents often made small jokes at his expense because of it. There were no harm in them and Sano certainly didn’t take offense by it. It was simply that the both of them were so easy going and carefree yet their only child seemed to be completely opposite of them. It was partially his raising and partially his determination to become something for this village. However, it did not stop him from at least attempting to interact with the villagers. That was what today was for. Sano had some free time and he felt like taking a walk and possibly getting a bite to eat. After all, if Sano was going to protect these people then he should get to know them a little better and actually become one with them.

His face was set in a grim line, but in actuality it was the expression he always wore. His milky clear eyes got him the occasional glance from a passerby, but his headband that marked him as a shinobi helped sway people from asking too many questions. When a villager marks a person as a shinobi they are willing to forgive a lot of things that would seem out of place or impossible for others. A few minutes after having left his house he arrived at where he had been heading all along. He moved inside the small ramen shop sitting at the counter his slightly heightened sense of smell picking up all the delectable scents. His mouth twitched in the beginnings of a smile and then regarded the owner as he heard the man approach him. He nodded his head in recognition as the man said, “What can I get you kid?” Sano let his nostrils flare taking in every delectable smell. The genin still hadn’t learned the clan technique to notice every individual scent, but he could still make out some things. When he was done he turned to regard the man, he noticed the speaking without directly looking at a person tended to make them feel awkward. Sano then said, “I will just take the beef ramen please. A regular bowl is fine.”

Without another word the man left to go prepare the meal. Sano kept his feet planted on the ground even while he sat and it allow him to see. Despite the lack of his own motion the constant arrival and departure of customers afforded him just enough movement to see without the need of making noise himself. As he waited for his food to be ready he wondered how all the other shinobi of the village were doing. He had not seen a single graduate from his academy since his last class and doubted he would be bumping into his own teacher anytime soon. He had been so busy with his own personal training that a part of him was hoping to meet up with some other shinobi of the village. It was always better to train with others and finding out what they knew could aide him in the future if he ever needed to team up with someone of a certain skill set to complete a mission.

[bravobuster]

Walking down main street of Kirigakure was always an adventure; various vendors and weaponsmiths hawked their wares while men and women walked both sides. Of course, they made an especially wide berth for the young man with the scythe strapped to his back. Sakyuu Gaali, 12 years old, made his way down the street, cheerfully looking into the different stores and shops before pausing in front of the ramen stand. It wasn't that he was hungry; he could pass for a while, but he was probably going to eat now because of who he saw inside; his good friend, Shitakuma Sano.

Gaali thought of sneaking up on Sano to startle him, but then realized the effort was a futile attempt. Sano's abilities gave him the power to see with sound, since his own sight was defunct. Since the other Genin could probably hear him coming down the street anyway, he figured he might as well take the direct approach and greet his fellow ninja in the best way possible.

"Sano!" Gaali strode in, clapping a hand to the blind ninja's shoulder. "What's new, buddy?"

[sano]

Sano continued to eat his food in peace enjoying the smell and taste of his meal even though he wore no smile to hint at his pleasure. Due to the lack of his sight his other senses were heightened immensely and simple things like eating a bowl of ramen or browsing a spice merchant’s wares became a very unique and enjoyable experience. Despite the fact that he was rather engrossed into his bowl of ramen he easily picked up the familiar footsteps of his childhood companion. Through his ability of tremor sense he had recently gained the ability to sort of see Gaali, but that it was unnecessary when concerning his oldest friend. The two of them had been friends since he could walk and talk. Gaali was one of the few people of the village who hadn’t treated Sano like an outsider and whose advice Sano would heed just as much as his own parents’.

Sano’s mouth crooked in the barest of smiles as he listened as Gaali made his way inside. The young genin was already beginning to turn to regard his other shinobi as the boy clapped against his shoulder. He nodded his head towards Gaali in recognition of his arrival. Sano made a motion to the open chair beside him and spoke, “Hello Gaali. Didn’t think I would see you taking a walk about town as well. I am fine, was just taking a break from my training. Father said that I should take a walk around the village, take note of what I would be protecting in the future. I thought his logic was solid. While I was out figured I would also get a bite to eat, the ramen from this shop always uses just the right amount of herbs.” Sano had given his friend his full attention now. His senses could still easily pick everything around him and the hustle and flow of the shop had not slowed in the least. Sano took a quick bite of his food and then continued, “What brings you out? I am afraid we haven’t gotten a chance to talk much since graduation. Training has kept us both busy.”

[bravobuster]

"Indeed, it has." Gaali reached up and undid his scythe, gently leaning it against the counter so the edge faced inwards; he didn't want a random bystander tripping and falling to certain injury should they fall in his direction. One of the bad things about large weaponry was that they tended to take up a lot of space that could've been otherwise occupied, but using a scythe felt natural to Gaali, so he wasn't about to give it up.

Taking a seat, he picked up a menu, quickly perusing the contents while continuing the conversation. "I've been just working on one of those techniques that I learned before leaving; it's slow going, but I'm definitely making progress." He looked up as the shop owner approached, order pad in hand, scowl on face. "Hey. I'll have the pork ramen with an egg on it. Thanks!" He set the menu down as the man moved away to make his order, and turned to smile at Sano. "What have you been working on? Something awesome, I assume."

[haiku]

[/i], eyes watched me.

Was I surprised? No, not in the slightest bit. In the past, my entrance in any public place was bound to come with some sort of weird spectacle; whether I were drunk, with a loose woman, or just feeling like causing trouble. Now however, I kept quiet, entering gracefully as a kage would, with little to no eye-contact given to those around me; for that would only show I was aware of their eyes watching me. That would make me seem uneasy when entering a public place.

I took notice to two of my shinobi awaiting their own food, and it seemed to be the only security I had at the time. I wasn't used to being stared at in this stature; at least not without a little buzz from the sting of sake. No matter, they would due for now, besides, I wished to associate myself with the shinobi of my village to better understand who I had on my side. I played my front, the rather cocky and sly shinobi who was afraid to speak to no one.

"—and I'll take the same."
sitting two seats away
"And make it fast for us. I'm hungry as hell!"

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[Nyu]

Nyustukyi felt like eating food, since he had just got done with his training. This time though he felt like eating actual food. So he went to a near by restruant after changing clothes at home. He had combed his hair out and had put on asmall bits of eye liner. His bloodline was known for their women like features. He believed in keeping his features nice and tuned. He walked over and sat down. He noticed two genin talking but talking to others was very rare for him. He looked over and saw the Mizukage sitting down at a table but he didn't think to bother him. He ordered a small thing of ramen.

[sano]

Sano sat in his seat idly taking in bits of his food as he listened to his friend speak. As always Gaali was positively cheery. Sano couldn’t place a single day when he had been around his friend where Gaali was not indeed more then happy with his life. Such uncalled for joy always seemed to have a way to put Sano at ease. The young genin wasn’t normally swayed in his thoughts and he rarely held onto emotions for long. However, he had to admit that Gaali did have a way to make even the serious Sano crack a smile once and a while. Sano gave his friend all of his attention as Gaali mentioned some sort of training that he was currently learning. The fact that Gaali was training just as hard as he was didn’t surprise Sano in the least. Though they held no competitions against one another Gaali like himself had always had a devoted personality to Kirigakure. Both pushed each other to become as strong as they could be.

Sano was about to answer Gaali’s question concerning what he had been training in when his senses picked up something interesting. Through his other version of sight he was able to pick up on someone entering the shop. He didn’t know who the person was. He had to admit that he had not exactly familiarized himself with the voices and new sight of all the people of the village. He had been so engrossed with his training that he had not even gotten a chance to meet the new Mizukage who had been recently elected. Sano wasn’t sure what the new Mizukage would be like, but what he was sure was that this new person was certainly getting a lot of attention. Through his 360 vision he caught the glances the man was getting. Some stared at him curiously while others gave him a different sort of glare. It was almost as if they were watching every single movement in expectation. It was odd, but didn’t give Sano much pause. Sano merely nodded his head in recognition to the other man and continued speaking to Gaali. He answered the earlier question, “I was just working on some things my father taught me. I want to explore what my bloodline has to offer before I begin working on any other types of jutsus.”

[bravobuster]

Gaali listened to Sano as he discussed his bloodline, noticing also the appearance of their Mizukage, the Lord and Master of the keep that was Kirigakure. Gaali had seen him once; the last day of classes, the Mizukage came down personally to see the graduating class before they were dispersed into the general population. He had just been awarded the title; it was his first true function (so Gaali thought, he could've been mistaken due to the near-euphoric glow of passing his last exam) and he was decked out in full attire. Even now, though, dressed in the street garb of a shinobi, he radiated confidence, power, poise, and a whole host of dangerous undertones that imbued Gaali with awe.

The admiration waves eminating from Gaali was semi-interrupted as the stand owner brought Gaali's noodles to the table. Gaali nodded politely at the man, waiting for him to shuffle away before pulling out the disposable chopsticks and snapping them open. "Your bloodline, eh? I remember we discussed that a fair bit back in school- did you finally master that one ability you wanted? Tremor Sense?" He took a slurp of noodles, sighed contentedly, then dropped his voice as low as he could go - he and Sano had often communicated this way in school. "Should we invite the Mizukage to join us? He seems isolated."

[Nyu]

Nyustukyi watched the two genin talking and discussing things and smiling. He wondered what it was like to have friends but he dare not join in the conversation. Nyustukyi felt it was best to stay back in the shadows and watch. He ate the ramen, and ordered a small drink. He thought the food was pretty good and thought he might even try some desert.

He glaced out the corner of his eye and saw the genin still chating about training and about bloodlines. He quickly glaced over at the Mizukage and then back at his own bowl. He didn't want to be rude or anything so he tried to avoid anyone's eyes. He ate his ramen in silence, drinking all the surroundings in.

[sano]

Sano continued having his conversation with his long time friend, enjoying these simple moments. Sano had been taught to much extent during his academy days that once he and Gaali were graduated and performing missions there might not be a lot of time for socializing like this. No matter how secure a village was there could always be danger. Sano had always imagined that he and Gaali would find themselves quite busy performing dangerous missions when they finally became strong enough. He nodded his head and began to answer Gaali’s question concerning the tremor sense ability, but he was cut off by a startling revelation. It was brought on by the faintest of whispers by Gaali that Sano picked up with his super hearing. Sano had to fight the desire to drop his jaw in surprise.

When Sano had recovered his composure he quickly realized that it all made perfect sense. With all the people watching the man it should have been completely obvious on who he was. As he stretched his senses he also noticed another genin who was apparently keeping tabs on them as well. Sano decided he might as well invite the other interested party. He nodded his head to Gaali and muttered, “Not a hundred percent yet and I definitely think it would be a smart idea to invite him.” Sano then stood up and headed first to the genin who was sitting by himself. He nodded his head in recognition and spoke, “Couldn’t help, but notice you sitting over here. You’re a genin right? My friend and I were wondering if you wanted to join us as we eat. We are sitting over there by the Mizukage.” Sano then made his way over to the Mizukage, his next stop. He did his best to smile and said, “Hello sir. I am a genin of your village. My friend Gaali and I were wondering if we could join you. It would be an honor if we could.” Sano then waited to take a seat wondering if the Mizukage would say yes.

[haiku]

apologize for my late response. will get out of your hair in a few posts

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clapping hands
"Lots and lots of sake!"[/right]There was something about me, that devious side of me that sensed the oddest of looks from others. I caught one just now, from the newcomer off in the corner eating his ramen alone. I turned to look at him, but he merely turned back to his pizza; my devious grin appearing as it normally did. I then turned back to face the counter, my hand lifting below chin to support my head as I slumped over, my index finger nail in my mouth. My eyes slowly rolled to the side as I watched my own genin approach me; in a polite manor.

"Oh? Hmm..."

I turned, having a brief moment to make a decision. I was Mizukage now, so that meant I was to treat my shinobi with some amount of respect, and my natural personality was polite to begin with. However, my other side tended to cause trouble, pull pranks, and be sarcastic; annoying at times. It was a good thing that side only popped up when I felt like someone were being rude, or annoying to me, leading me to react in a fashion similar to theirs right back. These kids seemed alright though, so I'd do the right thing.

"Hell, why not, GAA—"
stopping myself
"[clears throat]....Gaali."

I was trying. As much as I wanted to jokingly exaggerate his name, like I did to everyone I met, I chose not to. At this time, my food would come, a nice hot bowl of ramen now before me. The steam woke up my senses, and I found myself mesmorized by its aroma. I inhaled the smell, and then opened my eyes to find the sake following after it. I probably wasn't the wisest choice, but it seemed I had a few Genin to carry me back to my office, no? Today was going great. Admiration from my Genin, good food, and good—

"SAKE...you kids don't drink right?"
serious face
"Haha, thought not. So how does the steel feel on the old noggin'?"

Obviously I was referring to their recent promotions to Genin. It were obvious the two in front were young, but the other seemed older. He coulda' been my age, but who knew these things anyways. I began to pour my sake into a small cup, before downing it in one shot. Then, I followed through by snapped each chop stick separately and grasping a hand full of ramen; guzzling it down my throat. I thought about the fact he introduced his friend by his name, but failed to introduce himself. The kid behind them didn't seem to care.[/ul][/blockquote][/blockquote]

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posting order: Gaali, Nyustukyi, Sano, Fujiyama[/size]

[Nyu]

Nyustukyi was taken off guard by the sudden invite so he walked over with them, he was in shock, when they talked to the Mizukage. He was nervious, he remembered when one of the ANBU had made a rude comment about how he looked when he had went to go see the Kage in the past, it isn't his fault that his bloodline makes him look more female than male. Still that aside he cleared his thorat and made the choice to try his hand at talking and introducing himself.

"My name...Is Nyustukyi, and I am a genin as well, as Sano here guessed correctly." He said, in a soft voice bowing, trying not to push the subject. He was not very open, but he did envy people with friends. So he would try and make some friends, and hope it worked. He nodded and was hoping that no one minded if he sat down with them.

"I am sorry sir, but I only drink water, juice, and from time to time a soft drink." Nyustukyi was nervious. He hadn't been nervious in quite sometime and it was always a strange feeling. He couldn't help it, what if they asked him why he looked so feminite, or why was he sitting alone? Would that make them hate him, or dislike him like everyone else had? He tried to push it out of his mine. "I sure hope they like me." he thought to himself.

[haiku]

kinda missing the whole posting order point...aren't you...it was Gaali's turn. >__>;;

edit: guah, whatever, at least you're active. Gaali's turn, and then Sano, and then me, and then Nyustukyi

[bravobuster]

((OOC: Sorry about the inactivity last night; TKD let out late and then I was doing work before watching the Leonids. ))

Gaali stood, balancing his bowl of ramen on his left palm while gently grabbing his scythe with his right. The balancing act was tricky, given that the missing noodles made it more soup (and therefore more prone to sloshing about), but he managed it as he carefully navigate the tables to join Sano, Nyustukyi, and the Mizukage.

"Mizukage-sama, while I appreciate the gesture..." Gaali said as he drew closer, dodging a waitress who was turning away from her table. "... we're underage, but thank you anyhow." He set the bowl down, smiling at Sano (who could probably hear the sound that it made versus actually seeing it). "We saw you enter and thought it would be polite to join you, since you're by yourself."

[sano]

Sano waited for a response from his Mizukage a small shiver of nervousness running up his spine. This was his first time meeting the Mizukage and he wasn’t exactly sure how to act. He knew he had to be respectful, but just how much would be too much? Needless to say he opted to be as respectful as he normally was. When the Mizukage spoke he mistook him for his friend, but Sano wasn’t angered. The Mizukage didn’t really know who Sano was and he had not even given his name. Sano would correct him, but it would be later and it would be simply out of respect. The young genin had a long way to go before he would even expect his name to be known by just his closest friends. One day though Sano planned to become a great shinobi and then he would be able to walk through the village as its citizens whispered his name in reverent tones.

As Sano waited to respond he got to listen to both Gaali and the newcomer approach the table. He listened to this other shinobi mention his rank, but more importantly he knew Sano’s name. Sano had to admit he was a bit surprised, but Sano then reasoned that it could have been because he was the only Shitakuma boy that he knew of in the village and his milky white eyes were a dead giveaway on his heritage. When Gaali joined them it became clear that none of them were going to have any of the sake. Sano’s other senses picked up on Gaali’s smile and he couldn’t help, but shake his head. Gaali could smile at just about anything, even this situation.

When it was his turn to speak he waved away the sake as well. He then spoke, “No thank you Mizukage, I am fine. As the other genin has pointed out my name is Sano, Shitakuma Sano. Gaali and I are recent graduates from the village’s academy. I am honored to wear this headband and eager to perform various missions for the village. I want to get stronger in order to protect my home.”

[haiku]

[/b]"
between taking breaths from my food
"Well, thats good to hear."[/right]I wasn't lying, for I was truly pleased that my shinobi were willing and able; especially at a young age. Then again, all kids had that outlook on being a ninja...until they actually encountered true conflict and battle. Then again, I had seen plenty of things in my life time, so I couldn't shun the idea just because of their age. I stared into Sano's eyes, wondering if he were a Hyuuga or something of that sort. Then again, his reactions were similar to a blind man.

I didn't stare too long, before breaking eye contact and looking at the other two. They all seemed to have their own personalities, uniquely shaped by the course of their lives. I wondered which would become an asset, which would betray me, and which would die before his time? Do not think me as a pessimist, for I wish only the best for these three genin. However, I've known many, and most of them tended to fall into those three categories; almost regularly.

Still, I guess it is not right to place my genin into that poll. They seemed very determined, and I was glad they felt that way. I turned back to my bowl with a grin, not so devious as my usual ones. I then began to eat some more, before stopping to take a sip of my alcoholic beverage. I then placed the container down, my chopsticks down, and rolled the seat of the counter stool so that I could face the three genin at my side; running my fingers through my hair.

"I'd like to know, from your perspectives..."
leaning in closer
"What do you think true power is?"

So like a Kage
to speak in riddles.

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posting order: Gaali, Nyustukyi, Sano, Fujiyama[/size]

[Nyu]

Nyustukyi was taken back by the sudden question. He however had only one answer to say to the Mizukage.

"True power...True power is flexable and complex. It is the power to never let anyone you know die, like your family. If they do get killed it turns into the power to kill and take vengence for their deaths. To protect friends and family until the very end, and to of course do your duty to them." Nyustukyi eyes narrowed and turned the ice blue, as he relived the images of his family dying in his head. He killed the guys who did this but quickly got control of his feelings. He looked around and hope no one thought he was psyco. He sat down and looked at the Mizukage and looked and Sano and Gaali and was waiting their answers.

[haiku]

POSTING ORDER >_>; posting order: Gaali, Nyustukyi, Sano, Fujiyama
whats the problem here

You're right...that is an error in my judgment. Keep it how it is now then. My apologies.

[Nyu]

Nov 16, 2009 23:31:16 GMT -7 @haiku said:

kinda missing the whole posting order point...aren't you...it was Gaali's turn. >__>;;

edit: guah, whatever, at least you're active. Gaali's turn, and then Sano, and then me, and then Nyustukyi

Was following this set template...

[bravobuster]

"True power..." Gaali crossed his arms, his scythe leaning against the table. "That's unfair, Mizukage-sama; that's a loaded question." He set his mind to thinking; presently, he came to a conclusion that was in-line with his values as a ninja and a citizen of Kirigakure, as well as his own personal beliefs as a human.

"Mizukage-sama, 'true power' doesn't exist in this world - but the power I hope to achieve is the power to keep my village safe, my team safe, and myself safe. That, above anything else, is my 'true power.'" That said, he shut his mouth and awaited his leader's response; whether he measured up to the standards of the leader of a village once referred to as the "Bloody Mist", he would soon find out.