Blinded Upon Entry [ROOT EVENT][DE]

[chiatsuki]

Blinded upon entry – though aren’t we all? Phased by the glitter and the gold we stay impudent with greed in this society which thrives off of the acquisition of money… or even more sinisterly, obtaining true power.

I too found myself in awe amongst the raw forces of chakra, such as the bijuu. I had wanted to obtain one for the leaf at one point… but that goal was short-lived after realizing it was exactly what the council, the men and women responsible for the “un-idealistic” way of living, wanted as well. I wasn’t the leader of a village anymore.. no, I was simply the frontline of an army too weak to even stand upon their two feet when faced with the ultimatum; a puppet who’s finger was pointed at in times of danger whilst the real ones behind the scenes received nothing but a smile and handshake.

’This must be why she went to join the mist..’

I’d say in thought of my mother as I took the leaf village headband off of my forehead. It had been a while since I had done it – the first and only time being in the chuunin exams where I used it to deflect a kodaichi blade.

Here upon the top of the bridge overseeing the Naku River I would ponder as to what I really wanted – what ROOT was designed for. We were propagated for the purpose of forming a government ruled by the shinobi; a government with no higher authority other than the ninja ourselves. Though nothing like the merciless mercenary group forged from hatred and vengeance, our powers are echoed through them, for we – the true mercenaries are the men and women who will shine light upon those that cross our paths – illuminating their very souls in hopes of joining a worthy army.

My breathing had tempered as I spoke in thought – awaiting the arrival of the small root squadron; four shinobi amongst myself I had chosen to create the secret organization. Eyes of coal remained bold in color as I gazed ahead at the rising moon – slowly drifting upward within the black waves of the ocean-like sky.

[Yox]

He had been called upon. His master, the only person he truly followed in this world, had required his services once again. It had been quite some time that he had been called upon. Kohaku was even crazy to generate the idea that he was finally free. But once you swore allegiance ROOT, you could never truly leave. You were bound to serve the organisation for life. If you ever thought about turning on your brothers; there was no chance for escape.

His hood was carefully placed over his head, enshrouding his face in a grim shadow. It was all standard protocol when attending these meetings. Everything about the organisation was secretive. Kohaku wasn't even sure of the other operatives in the organisation; who they were and what potential lay within them. He just did what he was told by the Lord Hokage. That's all that really mattered; pleasing the leader. Through him they could achieve anything.

Kohaku's hands were tucked away with the pockets of his jacket. He had finally arrived to the rendezvous point, on time for the meeting with Lord Hokage. The wooden bridge echoed his footsteps as he slowly paced behind where the Hokage was standing, gazing off into the illuminating moonlight. Dropping to a kneel, Kohaku hung his head down in the form of a bow. Respect was always appreciated by all who received it.

"Yūhi Kohaku reporting for duty, my Lord," he hissed from his bowed position. He was the first one there from a total of four members. He wonder whether the others would show, and what Lord Hokage wanted from them. It was often a serious task when the ROOT needed to be involved. Perhaps it was time to implement some changes around the Hidden Leaf? Kohaku listened intently to what the Hokage would say, also keeping his eyes out for arriving members.

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[くすり]

He beckoned so I answered.

The Hokage had wanted ROOT to assemble so I instantly dropped any plans I had for the day and began making my way towards the designated location. While I swiftly moved through the crowds of people, thoughts of why my services were needed. It didn't take long and my arrival was heralded by a silent gust of wind, black, silky hair gliding in the wind across the ebony masked that was fitted upon my face. Kneeling before my lordship, head held low and arm upon my knee I introduced myself. More than anything I was willing and able to do anything he asked of me.

"Sabishime: Uchiha Unmei... reporting!"

Voice muffled through the blank mask my eyes noticed the other who's name I'd barely caught upon getting to the meet up location. I'd never seen the other ROOT operatives and to be honest I was more than interested in who else the Hokage had selected to be apart of this group. I wore a rusted color robe, body covered completely as I kept my position. I didn't move, just watched and listened intently, awaiting his words and of the possible mission to come. He, was the reason I existed, my lord who I served without hesitation. As his foot solider I was at his disposal.

[chiatsuki]

(Switching to 1st)


A blue glow permeated his figure as the two hooded shinobi stepped under the giant oak tree in angst as to why their leader had called upon them. They would step simultaneously just about three or four meters behind him. A black cloak marked with the symbol of the chiatsuki would dawn upon their eyes just before he'd pivot. At a sideward angle he would contort;

"I suppose finding the location wasn't difficult for the two of you.."

He would say jokingly as his hands unwravelled a pair of scrolls from his hands which was henceforth hidden from the overbearing cloak sleeve. The scrolls were blank on the outer rim, tied down with a red rose stem; after having given these to his pupils Au would then pull out his own, tapping the top of the stem lightly with a touch of chakra allowing it to unwind and fall to the ground helplessly.

"I'm being released from my seat as the nominee into the true ranking of hokage. But that does not mean root has been disbanded. You'll still be paid greatly as my assistants but we are no longer serving under jurisdiction of the leaf village. Before I can continue though.. you must both understand that.."

His tone perplexed in aggravation to losing his seat would sway from his lips to their ears. How they would react, though unbeknownst, was something that the uchiha had not prepared for.

[Yox]

He was a visionary. Ideas for the future always generated within his mind, and with the assistance of the ROOT they were carried out. It was hard not to admire his strength and charisma. It was something that always kept luring Kohaku back into the ROOT's inner-circle. A powerful leader could always control their followers, and his enticing aura was just an added asset. Within moments, it seemed all the players had arrived.

From under his hood, Kohaku looked out to see another grunt of the organisation arrive. Also enshrouded within a shadowy cloak, this figure also bore a mask. From the white porcelain face mask came the soft voice of a girl. Uchiha. It was the word that Kohaku focused on the most from what she said. It made him want to learn more about her. The Uchiha and their bloodline eye technique the Sharingan had always interested him.

He turned his head back to the front to see that they had both been greeted with a gift from their master. Kohaku took the scroll accordingly, bringing it closer to his chest to inspect it. He watched as the Lord Hokage enhanced his with chakra, unravelling the stem of the rose on the scroll. Kohaku would do the same whilst listening to the further instructions that were given to the two ROOT acolytes. It was then in which he heard the Hokage speak of something strange.

He spoke of abandonment. Abandonment of their home, their acquaintances, and their village. He spoke of himself being removed from the nominee position. What was going on within the higher council of the village? Why was he being released? These questions rung throughout his mind as he continued to study the scroll carefully, showing that the words that were just spoken had not phased him. On the inside though, his mind was in conflict.

The money didn't matter to him. All that mattered was whether or not he could learn more and grow stronger. Under Au'garumo this could be achieved. He was the key for Kohaku's future. The catalyst that could direct him toward endless power. It was all he wanted at the end of the day, and if that meant he was required to abandon his village - then so be it. "I will stand by your side, my lord," Kohaku spoke. He wondered how the other ROOT member would respond.

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[~Kohana <3]

It had been a sudden change that the council would come to her and offer the position of Hokage to her once more. She was nominee once, fit into the Hokage position but taken away for her radical view of how to solve problems. When she was taken out, the Uchiha boy who had been at her inaugeration was put in her place. Though she was furious at the time, she learned to just accept it.

However now she was ecstatic. Though the issue of the boy's feelings regarding the switch in positions were of somewhat a concern to her, she couldn't let that put her down. Instead she would meet with him and the small group of elites that had once been under his jurisdiction. She, too, was a part of this. However she would have to go and give him her resignation from that. After all, she had a lot of business and change to take care of regarding Konohagakure no Sato.

The Hyuuga didn't dare to hide her appearance, after all, she was Hokage now, as she hurried to the spot where the others would meet. It would seem, however, that when she arrived she had been late. There Au was, as well as the two other ROOT operatives. Kohana slowed down to a simple walk, closing the relatively small distance that was left between herself and the group.

"Sorry I'm late." She started, however pausing afterwards. Her pale, hauntingly white eyes stared at Kohaku, then to Unmei, though for only a moment before falling onto Au. A slight smile dared to tug at the sides of her lips though she surpressed the urge. "I'm resigning from ROOT as of this moment. I can no longer be your Medic. As Hokage I have more pressing matters to attend to here."

Again her eyes would skim over to the other two ROOT operatives before moving back to Au. She stepped forward to place a hand on his shoulder, this time allowing a smile to form on her lips. "Though ROOT was supposed to be the Hokage's elite, I am officially stating now that YOU are in charge." Kohana would pause once more while turning away from the three comrades, though looking back only enough for her now activated Byakugan to bare into them.

"Do as you will. But remember I will be watching and I will keep in touch. But know, whatever decisions the three of you make I will be backing you from behind the scenes."

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[iseelanden]

‘This is it.’

A thought that crossed my head as I made my way through the village of the hidden leaf, the day was coming to its end as I made my way towards my older brother. He had only spoken a handful words about our daily objective, he didn’t even fully fill me in on the details about the meeting. But I didn’t let that falter my thoughts of how my brother thought of me, I couldn’t always tell that he believed in my ability as a Shinobi. Of course time and time again I attempted to show how capable I was as a Shinobi, but that didn’t matter no matter how many Tomoe I couldn’t keep up with him and he could tell. My face would cringe a little as the thought crossed my mind, I wouldn’t let it bother me too much though as I made a swift exit to the rooftops.

“Almost there.”

I would mutter to myself as I picked up speed once again, now I was free to move at max speeds. I figured I needed to put a little pep in my step because I was running late. Which I knew wouldn’t go over to well with Momo-san, but I figured he wouldn’t mind to much considering what kind of day I had been having. My mind continued to wonder in places as I jumped from rooftop to rooftop, A lot had been going on in the village. They had even revoked my brother’s title as Kage, I didn’t understand why they would do such a thing. He had seemed like what the village needed, he was a bright light that couldn’t be faltered by ANYTHING. Well at least that the way I thought of him, He was the one person I knew I could count on if things went sour.


‘Almost there, just a little further till I reach my destination.’

The thought of being close took my mind away from the thoughts about my brother losing his Nomine as Kage, I could see what looked like a small group. They were gathered at the location my brother and set the meeting in, it to be them and I knew it. My feet would get a bit lighter as I made my way across a short distance to meet the group, a stern look would remain upon my face as I closed the distance. There was nothing covering my face, though though I sported a all-black cloak that was similar to my brothers the hood would cover my head. Attempting to make slight contact with my brother as I approached the small circle, I raise my head allowing everyone to identify me.

“Sorry about the timing Nii-San and everyone else, Chiatsuki , Ranshi.”

I’d say as I line up with the other two, I had only hoped to catch small glimpses of their faces as I would take a quick glance down the row, then I would look to the woman that had been looking towards my brother. The woman, she had previously elected to take the kage seat but had some type of problem causing her to step down. I'd shrug my shoulders just a bit, then i'd return my attention to my brother.

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[chiatsuki]

The white eyed seductress had made her way to the meeting after all; her appearance giving the young chiatsuki a final hope as his plans for departure unfolded. And what would his journey mean without the one family member he had left? Ranshi.. he would mumble underneath his breathe as he took his place beside the others.

Tears tugged at his very soul; his body shaking in response to holding them back. With gripped fists, taking control of the emotions fueling him, Au would finally bow to the lot of them respectfully.

“Thank you, hokage-sama. No need to keep a close eye, though, there will be an activity check given to you monthly from the time we leave here.”

After contorting with the hokage he would turn to the small army he had forged from the depths of fire himself; eyes glowing red in the moment he spoke. In counterclockwise rotation would his three tomoe spin in an illuminative sequence- taking control of the crowd at once as he continued..

“Our first mission is to check on the stability of the village of rain. Our only task is to ensure that the village is in fact… up and running.”

As he spoke his fingers would have began to unfold the scroll he had given them. He would allow the scroll to drop down facing them all so that they could all see what was drawn; a map. Although the map was somewhat jagged and had no legend, it would be the start of their adventure.

“This is a map of amegakure. We have never been there before so we wont know exactly what is what, but after we’ve infiltrated them lawfully, we will map their entire village out; it’s the only way we will have leverage over their ninja if in any case they have plans on attacking the village of leaf…

“We move out in two hours, so you all have a little time in preparing. Any objections?”

[Yox]

From what was originally a party of three, turned out to soon mould into a party of five. An older woman and a boy that resembled the leader of the ROOT organisation. Kohaku did not dare ask questions about the younger boy, yet he had an idea on who the woman was. She looked to be a member of the Hyūga Clan. It was the previous Hokage nominee, Kohana. Kohaku was unaware that she was too apart of the ROOT organisation.

It seemed she was going to remain in control here as the others left with their leader. Where they were going was soon explained by Lord Au. The Land of Rain. It had been a place Kohaku had never been, thus he was intrigued by the mission at hand. He was under the impression that the Hidden Rain had been destroyed. It seems forces were out there working to rebuild the nation as to what it once was. Nevertheless, he would stand beside his master and his cause.

Kohaku unraveled his own scroll within his hands. It did indeed show the map of the land they were going off to explore. It looked so foreign to him though, so obscure compared to the Land of Fire. He wrapped the scroll back up, slotting it away on his belt. Kohaku then proceeded to glance up to Au. "I'm ready to move out," he spoke proudly with a burning passion within his eyes. He was ready to move out and leave this chapter of his life behind him. It was time.

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[iseelanden]

As my brother spoke I held an open ear, his plans had finally been revealed as far as root goes for now. We had been tasked with a scouting mission of a village that had seemed to be destroyed so many years ago, I could of sworn that the village was still in shambles but I guess Momo-San knew otherwise. The thought of actually having a chance to leave the hidden leaf had my mind in a good place; it had been so long since I had been able to travel because of the work I had been put in. There was a lot of thing about myself that I had to find out over the past couple of weeks, there was a lot of ground covered and this mission was the perfect place to test it all out.

I’d tighten my satchel around my hip as my brother said his final words, he told us we had little time to actually prepare for the long mission that was ahead of us. It was so much too do, I knew looking for a village wasn’t exactly the easiest thing to especially when you didn’t have to many Ideas of where it actually was. But I wouldn’t let it cloud my thoughts, I knew that the small team that had just been formed today has what it takes to get it done. Mainly because my brother and myself, I wasn’t actually to informed on the abilities of the other guy who was a part of the team. But I was sure that I would find out soon provided we actually have to use a bit of brute force to find out some info, or even if we’re challenged by some foreign foe.

“I’m ready for whatever.”

I’d say with nothing but confidence trailing my words, I’d turn towards the other kid extending my hand out towards him.

“It’ll be a pleasure to work with you for the first time, I’m sorry I actually missed your name because I was late.”
If the man had accepted my offer of friendship this mission would have just got a whole lot better, because if it’s one that was a major point in ninja academy it was our ability to work well with our team. Momo-san and I had been working together since I was born, so I knew that I could count on him to watch my back. I was just counting on the new guy to show and add something different to the table.

[chiatsuki]

A feeling of sanguinary had momentarily clasped them all in union at once. Though of different blood and different nature the five men standing before him now was the defining moment in where fate stared back. In the uchiha’s eyes it was as if a wave of chi had pulled them all in one- uniting their existences for the sake of ROOT alone. But much more than a squadron… a family stood in angst to the unfolding of the next chapter in their lives. The moment seemed ready in all corners of the root squadron.

Au’s body trembled with adrenaline to the efficaciousness of the gathering; however upon his facial features a look of sereneness would have overtaken the emotion entirely, replacing it with a scowl of superiority. None amongst him were capable enough of leading them the way he would- he would see to it that before his end that they were all worthy of their lives. With but a simple nod he would turn once more revealing the cloak of the chiatsuki- its image becoming a tiny spec within the center of their pupils as his figure descended at high speeds, higher than the average shinobi. ^(.25%+)

Upon the eyes of his men would a dark forest convey, enticing their very own spirits… beckoning their curiosity to the journey ahead.

[KEITH]

[Moved.]

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[Yox]

I looked around to the others as we walked. Who were they? We were supposed to defend each other and work towards a common goal, yet I hadn't the slightest idea who they were. I felt intrigued to learn more from them, but now was not the time. But on the journey we were about to take off on, I would indeed learn more.

None of them knew of my tricks, and I knew none of theirs. Whether that was a good or bad thing, I didn't know yet. Everyone around me. They were all of top priority. I would protect them, and they would protect me - I hope. It didn't feel right placing my life in the hands of people I didn't even know. But that was life, I guess.

The road ahead of us was long and the sky was illuminated by the moon. The Land of Fire was beautiful at night time. I loved it out here. But we were headed elsewhere. The miserable Land of Rain was our destination. No doubt we would also come across mysterious ninja from foreign nations. I had never met anyone outside of Konohagakure. I was anxious.

I looked to Au with admiration. As long as I stayed close to him I would be fine. But was it worth putting all my faith in one man? Only time would tell. As for the others; they would too prove their worthiness in time. Right now though I was unsure of what was ahead of me personally. Was I in danger? Who knows.

My coat flicked up with the shrug of my shoulders. My high collar covered the lower half of my face as my hood hung over the upper half. The metallic forehead protector would shine off the light of the moon. It reflected the symbol of Konohagakure. Was it appropriate for me to wear this thing anymore?

Some of the others were wearing masks. Perhaps it was better off if I joined them. After all we had abandoned our pasts. ROOT was the future and Lord Au was the guardian. Would the Hokage that remained behind stay true to her word? Hunters would be after us no doubt. From that thought, I kept my eyes alert at all times.

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[iseelanden]

My mind was in a different place as I started to realize exactly what I was involving myself in; I even had feeling of uncertainty about it. I wasn’t sure if ROOT was the right idea in my mind, or if I was just doing it because I wanted to support my brother. I could feel a slight tremble pulsate through my entire body with each step I took, I would wipe my face off and shake my head a little to regain my composure. Because I knew I wasn’t one to second guess the sureness behind the choices I made, but this was truly a tough.

“Sigh”

I figured it was too late now to go with any other choice other than to follow my brother into the storm, it was something I was accustom to doing. I knew if anyone could watch my brother back it was me, I knew I couldn’t trust anyone else to do it with their own life on the line as I would. But that was only half the battle I also had others amoungest Momo-San and I, it was something different and something I wasn’t accustom to. But I knew I would have to get used to it and fast, because we weren’t only taking on a mission of extreme danger we were exploring unknown lands. Anything could be inside of the forest of Ame but at last it didn’t matter, it was already put into motion all one could is go with the flow.

“This should be interesting.”

[chiatsuki]

Posting Order:
Me
YOX
Ranshi
Unmei [maybe]
--- [invited guest]
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Behind the man cloaked in an onyx-hooded robe trailed his doubts and concerns- it was no wonder that from his absence came a storm of emotion within the lot of them. Au felt it as well but knew it true to his heart that they all served an even stronger purpose. He would make sure that they too figured the truth behind their ancestral roots just as he’d figured on the day he had been shown, only months ago, by the kazekage himself.

Au moved atop the highest of branches within the trees of hi no kuni, overlooking the trail below from afar. To those moving in angst beneath it would seem as if a mighty wind had blown yet.. just as quickly as it had emerged would it have faded. The speed behind the leaf squadron would have left no trail, in fact, synthesized within the nighttime sky their moving images would have become the perfect shadow for those unyielding of a special tracking trait.

It would take only several an hour or so after having passed the village gates in where Au would have finally stopped upon a river separating all three countries of sand, earth and fire. It was here in where he would pull down his hood- revealing his appearance to his commandeering team. He knew that if they were ever to trust one another it would have to begin with trust. After having waited a couple of moments for them all to regroup at his position he would then pivot at a sideward angle.

“Now that we’re far away from the eyes of our council I can finally breathe.”

As he spoke his eyes would have moved between the three of them, hoping to capture significant details he could use for identifying them easier. Before continuing he would allow them some time to think as his demeanor changed from a melancholy slouch into an earnest poise.

“What is it that each of you seek? We will start with my brother, Ran-Chi, and then onto you Kohaku, and then onto Unmei. I want to know what it is you want in life.”

The roar of a lion coated his words as he spoke. His left hand rested upon the hilt on his waist as his right propped upon the top of his hip. The sharingan’s luminosity were so bright that the aftermath of its burgundy rays flashed upon his cheeks and forehead, illuminating his very face in the moments he spoke. He was serious, almost too serious, in appearance yet his mind dwindled on the thoughts of the young men who traveled in his footsteps.