A Psycho Dude With A Master [Training]

[Mako Hokusai]

And So It Begins...

Steem stepped through the wooden doors. He wasn't a big fan of dojos. They didn't allow you to be destructive. The fact that you trained inside annoyed Steem as well. Sometimes in the summer it would get so hot that training would be impossible. Either way, masters of Goutetsu insisted on teaching in dojos only, so Steem had to comply. He had heard that there was a master in this town. A master that used to be a legend in the style of Goutetsu. People said that he refused to teach anyone, but Steem was confident he could make him think otherwise. They say his name is Sora Yamauchi.

As he walked through the dojo, it seemed empty. In fact, it was empty. This is the first time that Steem had seen a dojo completely empty, there was no one training, nor was there anyone around. Steem stopped in his tracks. He thought he had heard something, no, he was sure that he heard something. Listening intently, Steem heard it again. It was the sound of a man weeping. Why would someone be crying in a dojo?

Deciding to investigate the sound, Steem walked all the way over to the direction that the sound came from. It seemed to be coming through some doors, entering, Steem was greeted by a pitiful sight. There was a man with a sake bottle in his hand, sitting on the barren floor. This room was strange, completely empty with a single picture on the wall. The picture was that of a beautiful woman.

"Is this your woman?" Steem asked the man, he tried not to seem to cold, but seeing a man crying annoyed him.
The man was startled, as though he was shocked that anyone was there. Turning around, he looked at Steem.
"She was my woman. Until the day I couldn't protect her and the merciless lord took her away from me." As the man said this, he took a sip of the sake he was holding.
"I know why you're here, I'd be happy to teach you, maybe it'll get my mind of the goddess that once used to be mine." Said the man, realising that he was drinking too much sake.
Steem knew not why this man had agreed to train him, or even how he knew that he came here for training. Either way, Steem had found a new master.
"My name is Steem. Kaguya, Steem." He said, with a smirk on his face. "I presume you are Sora?" Steem asked politely. He wasn't one to bother with manners, but even he respected someone who knew more than him.

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[Mako Hokusai]

One Week Later...

Magician’s escape
Rank: E
Skill: Taijutsu
Effect: ---
Special: None
Drawback: ---
Description: Put under lock and key, bound with rope, a mercenary has to be ready for just about any form of imprisonment. Being bound by rope or simple shackles is no problem, and the mercenary’s knowledge of different locks or knots can easily make these obsolete. This skill takes one whole post, but any non-chakra enhanced rope or shackles can be removed through proper manipulation of joints and bone, or simple untying/unlocking. (For your escape or another’s).
Limit: Must be Non-ninja

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Steem sat in the middle of a dark room, his hands were tied, literally. In an attempt to teach him the basics, Sora, his Goutetsu master had tied his hands and feet with rope, and ordered Steem to untie himself. The funny thing was that Steem had started this training exercise early in the morning, it was now late at night, and he was desperate for food. Sora had refused to let him eat or drink while training, so Steem was screwed unless he could figure out a way to untie himself from these ropes.

Steem closed his eyes and took a few deep breaths, and decided to get this over with. The knots on his wrists were tight, although Steem noted that he had a little room for movement, maybe this was intentional, or maybe Sora was just bad at tying stuff. Nevertheless, this ability to move a little was Steem's saviour. Pushing his left wrist against the side of the knot, Steem would pull quickly. With a snap, his left wrist went limp, but his hands were free from the knot. Pulling both of his hands out, Steem snapped his left wrist back into place.

Now all that was left were his legs. Sora decided to be clever with this one, and used a pair of shackles to tie Steem's legs, instead of rope. Examining the shackles carefully, Steem saw a weak link in the chain that connected them. He could break that, but it would still leave the two rings of metal around his legs. It was a start however, so Steem pulled the chain in two different directions, and the link snapped. Upon further examination, Steem saw that at the exact spot where the chain used to be, the metal ring had a small crack. He placed his index finger against the crack, and pushed a small bone through, into the crack. He kept pushing the bone, fighting whatever resistence the metal was putting up. Soon enough, the bone had done it's job and the ring snapped in two.

All that was left to do was the other metal ring. Using the same tactic, Stem snapped off the other metal ring, and got up. He was starving, not to mention needing the bathroom. Picking up the rope and metal shackles, Steem would make his way out of the dojo, and drop the items into a bin by the door. The door would slam as Steem exited, and silence filled the air once again.

[ladymia]

Plus cinq <3

[Mako Hokusai]

Do You See What You Get?

Tsurutsuru Kobushi: Sotsuji Shindou (Sudden Impact)
Rank: D
Skill: Taijutsu
Effect: Knocks the target away from the user.
Special: None
Drawback: None
Description: A technique developed to push away an opponent rather than harm them. An inexperienced user of this stance and technique will need to slide on a surface in order to gain the proper momentum. This is an open palmed strike that is aimed towards a target’s torso. The user swings his/her palm from below the targets waist or lower half. If it connects, the strike will usually send the target flying backwards. Of course, weight and other factors will need to be considered.
Limit: Universal TaiJutsu

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After finally having some food and getting a good night's rest, it was time to go back to training for Steem. He stood in the middle of the dojo, with Sora in front of him. Both of them seemed relaxed, and both of them had the same stance. Their feet were shoulder width apart, their hands were by their sides, and their shoulders were relaxed. Sora insisted that Steem had to learn the basics of TaiJutsu before being allowed to continue his training in Goutetsu. Apparently it would let him understand the concepts behind the more advanced TaiJutsu techniques, and needless to say, improve his versatility as a fighter.

The technique he was supposed to learn next was called Sudden Impact, it was named so because of the seemingly sudden effect it had. The technique was designed to push an opponent away, rather than harm him. It was executed by the user pushing on the opponents lower torso. This spot happens to be the centre of gravity of a human being, which is why it is effective at pushing someone back.

"You May Begin!" Exclaimed Sora

With that, Steem relaxed his upper body and began sprinting towards Sora. As he approached his master with great speed, his face showed a look of concentration. Steem readied his arms by his sides, palms facing up. As he was about 1 meter from Sora, Steem thrust his palms forward, aiming for the lower section of Sora's torso. As his palms connected, Steem could feel a delay between the connection and the effect of the technique. It was less than half a second before Sora's whole body flew 5 meters backwards. Sora somehow managed to balance himself mid-air and land on his feet, no wonder he was a master.

Before Steem knew it, Sora was sprinting in Steem's direction. He could see his master take up the same position as he was when readying the technique, a look of shock flooded Steem's face.
"Dodge!" Shouted Sora, but it was too late.
The technique connected, and Steem was sent flying towards the back wall. A crash filled the air as his body connected with the wall. Steem's limp body fell to the floor. He was out cold.

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[Elgar]

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[Mako Hokusai]

Shishi Rendan, 獅子連弾 (Lion Combo)
Rank: "C" Rank
Skill: TaiJutsu
Effect: A Technique that is similar to that of Front Lotus with great Variations towards the technique, and yet not as dangerous to where they launch an opponent in the air, using an amount of combos on the enemy forcing them down to the very ground.
Special: ---
Drawback: Must launch the user into the air.
Description: What occurs is that the user attacks the opponent to launch them up high into the air. As they do so the user jumps afterwards to form up ahead of the opponent. The user then quickly kicks to his left side of the opponent striking the opponent's chest like area, but this is used as a diversion. The first attack is used in order to be blocked as the user quickly does a backhand strike towards the opponent's face, then a one straight punch to the gut of the opponent which sends then towards the ground. The user then finishes with a spinning kick where the user slams their left heel against the center of the opponent just as both hit the ground. This technique however may be changed up slightly too where a user may hit another location of the body, but the initial true hit of the heel is what makes this the Lion Combo.
Limit: Must be a TaiJutsu Specialist.

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Waking up in his room, Steem found his whole body hurting. He remembered being struck by his master and flying backwards. The door slid open and his master entered. "So you're awake." Said Sora. Steem nodded his head in agreement, words weren't necessary. "I was hoping that you would recover soon, and we could continue your training. I have something special planned for you." Steem was glad to hear those words. Nothing he loved more than improving his fighting skills. "I'm sure that I'm in good enough shape to train, master." Stated Steem. "Very well, we shall continue your training in 30 minutes sharp." Said Sora. His master turned around and exited without saying another word. Steem had to get ready.

Standing in the main hall, Steem was ready to begin training. His master stood 10 meters in front of him, and in between them, a wooden training dummy. "What I'm about to teach you is called the 'lion combo'. It is a powerful combination that can deal a lot of damage to the opponent. Be wary, however, as it can also damage you." Nodding his head, Steem waited for his master to carry on speaking. "The technique can be boiled down into three steps. The up, the fake, and the down. You will learn all of them today, but first, I shall demonstrate the technique." His master took a stance, indicating clearly that he was about to perform a technique.

Sprinting up to the dummy, Sora slid and kicked it up from below. The dummy flew into the air. Sora, keeping his eye on the dummy, jumped to follow the dummy. He kicked with his left foot, hitting the 'ribs' of the dummy. Then, Sora spun and hit the face of the dummy with the back of his fist. Both Sora and the dummy were now in free-fall. Performing another punch, Sora connected with the stomach area of the dummy. The last punch had put the dummy in a horizontal position. Taking advantage, Sora performed a front flip and used his heel to connect with the torso of the dummy, just as they both hit the ground. The damage was immense. The dummy splintered into a thousand pieces, and the floor below them cracked. Steem was amazed.

Walking up to examine the dummy, Steem noted that it was completely destroyed. Sora seemed to be breathing heavily, but it didn't look like he did any serious damage to himself. Steem smirked. He couldn't believe that Sora was willing to teach him such a technique. Picking up the pieces of the dummy, Sora proceeded to put them all in the corner. He then went into the back room, and quickly emerged with another wooden dummy. It was time to begin training.

[Mako Hokusai]

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Steem once again stood in front of his master, waiting to be taught."Ok, so like I said earlier, there are three steps to this combination. The first is the up. The up consists of you kicking the opponent in to the air. That's it. The up is the easiest step of the three. Next, is the fake. The fake acts as a distraction to the opponent. Yes, the strikes are real, and yes, they still deal damage. However, if your opponent falls for the ruse, they won't know what hit them when you deliver the down. The down is the final, and most important step. First, you punch the opponent in order to set them up for your final strike. Then, you deliver the final strike with a heel kick. Now, have a go at the first step." Explained Sora.

Nodding his head, Steem began to sprint towards the dummy. His pace was fast, and his steps, heavy. Nearing the dummy, Steem aimed a kick at it's chest, only to find himself crashing into it. "You've got it all wrong, Steem. Remember to slide in order to put yourself below the opponent. Time yourself carefully, have another go." Nodding once again, Steem sprinted towards the dummy. This time, however, he dropped to the floor, sliding on the side of his body. He soon found himself right below the dummy. Pointing his leg upwards, and at the chest of the dummy, Steem kicked as hard as he could. To his surprise, he found the dummy flying upwards. Getting up, Steem let a bit of his excitement show.

"Very Good. You can do the first step of the combination. Now, for the second step. You remember, right? After you have kicked your opponent into the air, follow it up by jumping towards them. As soon as you are right below them, kick their ribs with your left foot. Then, while they are busy blocking, use the back of your fist to connect with their face. That should be it for the second step, now have a go." Steem seemed to agree and started running towards the training dummy. Sliding, he positioned himself below the dummy and kicked with his right foot, straight at the dummy's chest. The dummy flew up into the air, and Steem intended to follow. Jumping upwards, Steem waited till he was just below the dummy, not afraid to get a little close.

In position, Steem proceeded onto step two. Swinging his left foot around the dummy, he connected with the dummy's 'ribs'. It hurt, but it was nothing to worry about. Then, Steem wasted no time in completing the step. He spun around to his left, and using the back of his fist, connected with the 'face' part of the dummy's head. Happy that he had completed the second step, Steem balanced himself mid-air and landed on his feet, letting the dummy drop to the ground. "Very good, you're learning fast. Keep this going and you'll be able to have some free time at the end of the day."

[Mako Hokusai]

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"Now, it's time for the third, and final step. Be careful, as this is the hardest and most dangerous out of the three. However, when you learn this, you will be able to go off and perfect the technique on your own. After you perform the fake, punch the opponent in the stomach in order to position them horizontally. Then, when you are both in free-fall, perform a front flip and kick the opponent in the torso using your heel. If you do this correctly, you should be able to deal great damage to the opponent. However, don't be discouraged if the dummy doesn't shatter like it did with me, you are nowhere close to my ability." Instructed Sora. Steem listened, and was ready to have a go.

Running towards the dummy, Steem slid and positioned himself below it. Then, a swift kick to the chest sent the dummy flying upwards. Steem followed by jumping, and positioned himself below the dummy. Once in position, he kicked the ribs of the dummy using his left foot, and then connected with the face of the dummy using the back of his fist. That was step two complete. In free-fall, Steem punched the stomach of the dummy. It was now positioned horizontally, just waiting to get hit. As they neared the ground, Steem tried his hardest to do a front-flip, however, he just couldn't find his balance. Cancelling the move half-way through, he landed on the ground, and once again let the dummy hit the floor.

He wasn't going to waste any time. Sora murmured something, but Steem wasn't really listening. Once again, he started running towards the dummy. Sliding into place, he positioned himself and kicked it upwards. Jumping after it, Steem waited till he was just below it. Once in position, Steem kicked the left ribs of the dummy, and backhanded it's face. Once again, he found himself in free-fall. He was so close to performing the technique he could feel it. Aiming his left fist at the stomach of the dummy, he thrust his arm forward, connecting almost perfectly. The dummy was now in a horizontal position. All that was left was one final move. Finding the sweet spot, Steem balanced himself and performed a front flip. Coming out of it, Steem used the momentum to kick the dummy with his heel, at the same time that they both hit the floor.

The dummy cracked, although it didn't shatter like it did with Sora. Steem's leg was aching, he could barely walk. He now knew what Sora meant by 'be careful'. Either way, he had done the technique successfully. "Well done Steem. You are indeed a talented student. If you wish, you may go and practice the technique, or just take a little time off training. I can see you still haven't fully recovered from the hit you took earlier. I will be in my room if you need me. We will resume training tomorrow morning, so be ready."

[Elgar]

+30

[Mako Hokusai]

Bone Claws
Rank: "D"
Skill: TaiJutsu
Effect: The user pushes the knuckles of their fingers a little outwards and quickly exerts out three claws from the indents of the knuckles into three like claws.
Special: ---
Drawback: "D" As long as the claws are out the user will undergo the disease capability because of the bones being within the inner body as well as the natural healing capability found within the Bones of the user.
Description: The user exerts outwards three claws from their inner part of their skin that is located near their knuckles. The bones along their fingers and the muscles along their fingers push out the bones in a hardened shape form. The bone solidifies making it seem like three large like claws as the claws are pushed out in a distance of approximately eighteen inches in length.
Limit: Kaguya Bloodlimit, Must know Bone Pulling

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Steem stood in the training hall. His master, Sora, had decided to spend the rest of his day in his private room. He gave Steem the same option of going to rest, but Steem wanted to learn a new technique. Seeing as Sora had no intentions of teaching him any TaiJutsu, Steem was going to have to learn by himself. He thought about learning NinJutsu for a change, but it didn't really interest him at the moment. What did, however, was his roots. He knew that he was of the Kaguya bloodlimit. The Kaguya were people who could manipulate their bones however they wished, and use them for fighting. He had heard from his dad that a technique existed, a simple one, that would let Steem practice the basics of manipulating bones. This technique was called the 'Bone Claw'.

Wishing to further his understanding of his bloodlimit, Steem started to train. First, he examined his hands. There didn't really seem to be any bones, other than his fingers, knuckles, and the wrist bones. However, according to the technique, there were bones between his knuckles, somewhere deeper in the arm. He would have to push these bones out to make claws. Taking a steady stance, Steem first tried to push his knuckles out. With ease, the knuckles came out of his skin, and the bones were exposed to the outside. His skin was bleeding, but it healed itself almost instantly. Pushing his knuckles out even more, he let them drop to the ground, and his body automatically replaced the old knuckles with new ones.

Noting how relatively easy it was to perform bone pulling, Steem set out on the task of finding the other bones in his arm. He closed his eyes and focused on his inner self. He tried to feel for the bones in his hands and arm. He could easily feel his fingers, his knuckles were also easy to spot. There it was. A strange feeling in his forearm. It was if something was hidden deeper below his skin. Focusing on the muscles around that presence, Steem began to push. The pain was immense. He was essentially carving a new pathway for the bones. By doing so, he would be ripping tissue on the inside of his forearm. However, as the new pathway was formed, the pain eventually started to die down.

He was near and he could feel it. Slowly, the bones started to emerge from his hand. They were fitting in nicely between his knuckles. The bones themselves had a sharp point, and the bottom edge was like a blade. He kept pushing on the claws until they were about 5 inches long. They stuck out like blades, some damage could definitely be done with these puppies. The first, and hardest part of the technique was done. Retracting the claws would be a second challenge, probably much easier than the first. He used his muscles on the claws, however, instead of pushing them forward, he gripped them and dragged them backwards. Slowly, the claws retracted back into his hands, and then forearms. The wounds between his knuckles healed with great speed.

[Corvus]

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