Konoha's Restoration [M]

[A*]

Rebuilding the Village!
Rank: D
Life Cycle: Endless!
Description: The Great War took a toll on many of the villages, and Konoha was no exception. With the village in decay, there is quite a large amount of broken buildings and housings. Leaving the village in disarray only servers to further demoralize our populace, and leave's everyone down.
Objectives: Your job is to build houses in order to fix the village and improve the state of the village
Rewards: 10 EXP / 250 Ryo

My string of missions lead me to this moment. Another mission which I felt, while tedious; was beneficial to the village. We'd hired a lot of local talent to help with rebuilding Konoha. The war had caused so much damage, it was hard to look at this place without feeling pity. Well, I wasn't from Konoha initially so I guess that's why I felt pity. If this had been my home village, I'd no doubt be filled with rage. Perhaps if I utilized that in this building effort, then perhaps I'd make it through.

I didn't have any complaints when it came to physical exhertion versus paper work. Most of the missions accessible to Genin were of the physical variety. Thus, I'd be instructed to head to the northern quadrant of the village. In the distance, I could see the mountain that our village was built up against. All around this area, homes were just ruined. Supposedly, there was another genin assigned to this quadrant so I'd be working with him to build homes. Around my waist were basic construction tools, all I had to do now was get to work. My eyes spotted what was once a pet store, the glass was shattered, the roof needed repair, the door was non-existent...we really couldn't let the village stay like this.

For the start of my construction I'd begin by clearing away the broken glass. It may have seemed like I was further vandalizing, but I intended to get a new glass panel up for this store. Besides, being able to smash things helped for me to ignore the feeling of pity. I also made sure to wear gloves, I didn't feel like getting lacerated today. Once I finished breaking down all the glass I looked at my handywork. Now about making that new glass panel. I'd need to head inside and get to work. Thankfully there was plenty of materials for this village-wide restoration project. I sat around moulding, then cooling, and finally measuring the glass.

From there I proceeded to install the glass panel. It protruded outward slightly, giving a hexagon feel. This would allow the shopkeep to place things on the display. I'd then need to figure out something in regards to the door. Certainly a traditional slide out door wouldn't suit a shop, so I'd have to take measurements for the doorway and cut out the necessary wood. The hinges were also examined or rather lack thereof in this case. For this new door, I definitely wanted something sturdy but how. Perhaps three prongs instead of two would do the trick.

[Taros]

“That’s not right…” I said though the loudness of the barking continued until my eyes opened and a mother with her child and dog had been staring in my direction. I flashed her a weak smile as I had yet to wake from the deep slumber only to realize this mother I’d like to get to know better covered her child’s eyes and pulled him away along with the little pooch that was barking its little soul out at me. Nothing new honestly it happened so often. My thoughts begun to recap the night before as I stood up covered in sweat and leaves, I must have fallen asleep during my training though it seemed to be successful as one could see just staring at the dents within the body of the tree.

The leaves that covered my body were spoils of victory as they showered me I attempted to grasp the earthly confetti before they’d reach the soil below, but as one would expect five hours of such a demanding training would break anyone down and pass out eventually. The work out was harsh, but what was worst was to awake and notice a odd bird staring you in the eyes after a woman had already ran away from you after abusing a tree in the near by park after all who wants to train in a boring, depressing, and smashed up training ground?

This day was starting to feel more and more normal especially after I exited the park and made my way to the bathhouse to clean up, but still something lingered in my mind as if there was something I was supposed to do though it wasn’t until after I left the bath house snacking on some milk and rice balls that I noticed Jin. A tall lanky man slick black hair he was a cousin of mine and worked for my father as a craftsmen/construction worker just an apprentice though. ‘Bossu! What took you so long?’

“Shit today was the day the village needed worked on lets go!” I exclaimed back to him placing my life in his hands I hopped into the rickshaw. I arrived on the site and immediately I sprung from the rickshaw letting a loose yukata flow behind me those boots of mine tapped the earth with a roar each step I made in my stride, and my mane flared wildly in the wind. “Miss!” The other men along the site gave in to my appearance shouts of how I was filled my ears, but what was most important was placing the replacement hardhat I grabbed on a young girls head within the pet shot. “Sorry miss, but if something were to fall and damage that pretty face of yours even I wouldn’t be able to fix it… Even though its bulky it’ll keep you safe.” I flashed her a smile, and playfully tapped on the hardhat. Then I'd exit the building with the black crafts bag hanging over my shoulders

To start off I took a good look at that roof and begun to speak with one of the men, having him prepare the proper materials. I'd also send a few of the other men in to check with the young miss and find out how they could be of assistance.

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[A*]

I was standing in the doorway of the old Pet Shop, investigating the door way, when I heard a loud shout. Before I had a chance to see who was calling out, I was approached by a rather tall man. I looked up, observing the golden tresses. He'd swiftly placed something atop my crown, specifically a bulky hardhat. It's not like I had much of a chance to protest, he was already appologizing for placing said hat atop my head as it was...Annoying or at least that's what I would have made of such a man on average. However I was rather observant, the speed in which he approached me, his form, these were the makings of one who was proficient at Taijutsu...Also, his passion...the respect he garnered as I looked around at the other labour men, "You seem to be a professional. Thank you, I was a bit careless." He tapped the hardhat before making his exit, there was lots of work to be done on just this structure alone. I peered out from the entranceway, as I noted he made his way to the rooftop.

Since he had that covered, I'd go back inside to get my start on this door. Moments later some men would join me. "I'll need a bit of muscle, let's get a good bit of wood onto the ground so we can carve out a new door. Next, someone will be working on the locks and hinges." I didn't need to say much more, the men got straight to work. We'd saw carefully, following the measurements to a 't'. The man working on the locks and hinges did well to heat and mould the metal based off the original hinges, except we melted down stronger material for the job. We did our best to steer clear of areas where the roof would need repair. Specifically towards the back of the shop, as well as holes in various parts. Restoring damage like that wasn't easy, it's why I intended to save it for last. There was some doubt wether the roof frame should just outright be redone in my mind. Though admittedly, I wasn't exactly a craftsmen, no...I was just good at math.

Analyzing geometry was a useful skill on the battlefield, it allowed for strategic infiltration, ambushes, and a well rounded defense. The other day I had discovered an old base of Konoha within the forest. Their vantage in the thick trees was a good idea. In hindsight I realize that the base was the last line of defense before invaders would push forward and towards the village. However it was so hidden from the main road, how in the world did the operate? Judging from the damages to the village, it must have been more about strategic deployment. Regardless I lived in the present, which required further repair work in this quadrant. I'd head outside and up to the roof to join the newcomer:

"Your name, please." I stated in a blunt mannor but as I mentioned before, I rarely minced words. My eyes darted along the rooftop and towards the work he was currently performing. Unlike me who was simply equipped with the basic tools to assist, this young man had tools that the hired Craftsmen possesed. My earlier analysis of him being a professional was all but confirmed. Thus I'd approach a safe distance, wary of the roof's structure but also respecting personal space.

"When this mission is complete, I'd like to comission your services, I take it your as proficient with weapons as you are with construction? If so, then I'm Arashi Hoshi..." That was all that needed to be said, pending any specific details of our little business venture. Once those were out of the way, I'd resume with helping him. This shop was both useful to civilians and ninja whom favoured animal companions. We'd need to get it up and running so as to provide a source for supplies.

[Taros]

The work for the shop was going well it seemed the floor team had managed to get the glass up rather fast not to mention they had already begun working on the new door. The thing about this construction company was they were known for doing things with a ‘don’ “Ah this is annoying..” These words leaked slowly from my parted lips, as I’d have to now figure out how to speed up productivity not to mention the roof just about had it, the other buildings were pretty much simple fixes in fact I had sent men to work on them earlier, cleaning, applying new wood, and of course replacing glass.

The street team was also moving fast thanks to the talents of Tao and Mao, twins who belonged to the Inuzuka clan. When they joined my team almost immediately I assigned them to street duties their companions were extremely large and their paws were perfect for digging trenches while the brothers followed behind placing new stones in the road. Ah now if only we hadn’t gotten the most annoying building life would be easier… Tao and Mao would never forgive me if I skipped out on rebuilding this pet shops roof.

I’d turn to give an order to one of the men, but I’d be stooped before I could get a word out as the woman from before appeared and requested my name. A look of confusion must have loomed on my face, but soon her intentions came to the light she was interested in hiring me as a craftsman obviously she had an eye for talent I was indeed great at creating weapons, and soon I’d be better in enhancing them as well!

I’d let my hand reach out and place itself on the girls head and give her another smile. “Don’t move.” These black pupils of mine hidden behind purple contacts would look at two of the men from below one being our dear apprentice, then over to our dear demolition experts; Bam and Boo not brothers, but a father and son pair who showed their skills by growing in size dramatically which was nothing for an Akimichi after all. The two giant men reached out and placed their hand on each sides of the roof digging their sharpened nails (which at this size would be like bladed shovels) into the walls of the building working their way around it they’d begin to remove the lid as the two below used their dominion of Wood to craft a new roof and stopping debris from falling. “Bossu~ how was that?” Bam and our Apprentice Ban asked and to them I’d raise my fist in the air a sign of good work in our company.

“Miss my name is U-” I paused for a moment after all would it be cool if I gave my real name? Hell yeah! I was proud of my lineage! “Konoha’s Raging Lion, Shishitaros.” The sky was the limit now as we were both levitated in the air held by Bam alone now while Boo begun placing stones and tiles along the newly hardened roof to protect from water damage. “I’ll take your request, but know I’m not cheap.” I’d smirk and turn to the site to look at the work of my men below.

[A*]

His initial look of confusion was a reminder that my blunt mannerisms tended to come off socially awkward, still he had so much energy; quite an enthusiastic fellow; to say the least. I could tell he comprehended after awhile but suddenly requested that I not move. Instinct kicked in and so I went still, though I kept all my senses on red alert. Two Akimichi had utilized their clans signature jutsu and enlarged in size. It seems that the man whom held my head was the head of a construction group or at least one of the main people in charge. In fact, that was confirmed when they called him Boss. "That settles that." my thoughts coinciding with the paused speech from the craftsman. He was about to give his name, in traditional fashion of last name first perhaps? It was hard to make assumptions, some of us prefered to go by our given name first. Instead he gave his earned name, a proud alias which any person of a trade profession or warrior would give.

It turned out his name was Shishitaros, so the U must have been the last name. Well I'd put aside that little mystery for now, the roof received the necessary reconstruction. As for me, my request was accepted though it wouldn't be cheap. I simply looked towards Konoha's Raging Lion. "Whatever the price, I'm willing to pay it." Though in my mind I added "for quality." Once everything was set, I'd take my leave from the pet store and head over to a house which needed some minor repairs. The door was busted and so I'd once more find myself restoring a door. I'd gather up some assistance and we'd cut out the door, making sure to measure it to the frame. This time I'd be the one to work on melding the molten metal to the hinges mould. Once the hinges were in place, we'd connect them with the door and admire our work.

I'd then head out onto the street once more and allow myself to gather the damage done to the streets. A duo and their dogs were digging up the road and filling it with new material in its place. My last bit of work would involve taking inventory and mapping out the areas which had been restored. We were in the north western quadrant, I'd make a mark on the chart with a black marker. I'd then begin to traverse the streets, walking in the wake of the repair job. I'd be marking lots of streets with this black marker. Going left, then right, then left again, on the chart it seemed like we were doing a lot of zigzagging. Then there was the fact I needed to mark off which buildings received repairs. My eyes consistently wandered around my surroundings, taking note of the completed jobs and the ones pending completition. It was safe to say we'd be finished with this quadrant soon and the route they followed would eventually lead us back to the Pet Shop where we were prior.

I'd need to make a copy of this chart so that the crew could continue their work while I checked in with village secretary. "Alright here's the updated chart, my portion of the mission is done." I'd say to the crew I had worked with earlier. They were already working on the adjacent building and I'd leave a copy with them. As I prepared to leave, I took one last look to Konoha's Raging Lion. I'd never seen such a confident young man, perhaps I was just paired in the wrong groups or more than likely, not quite aware of the people whom went to the Academy with me. Regardless I'd need some tools to enhance my arsenal, thus I'd desire some custom made tools. The missions I had been running would help me, along with the missions I'd done prior.

[End for Arashi]

[Taros]

It seemed everything was going well the young miss had gone back to work and left me to continue on what I was doing though I was technically in charge I was only the Nidaime my father still lived on and was the actual ‘bossu’ though he had his own crew this was my specific work force men that I took up and men that I grew up alongside. Though I didn’t even want to be leader of the crew I still to this day feel I lack a lot to be a leader hell I was only 16.

“Hey if you guys move any slower the young miss is going to be done and head home before you all… Geez to think I work with you fools all day.” I could feel the heat in their hearts as my words drenched their pride and steam would arise. It was true that I had a mouth, but it was simply to motivate those around me and for them to not always like me 100% of the time if something was to happen to them I wouldn’t know what I’d do.

These purple lenses peered over and noticed the map of the small quadrant being marked off that was good enough for me. I hadn’t the patience to do something like that so as it was already being made by the miss it did nothing, but my life easier and I could focus on lifting up tipped over furniture, cleaning glass, and other odd things such as bringing down walls. Overall the work we did was nice. The men I chose my team were from different blood limits and clans hell even ya average Joe worked on my team.

The painters that would come in and do the outsides of the buildings were usually from the Li clan so we could find time to rest the street team lead by the Inzuka brothers with the help of those normal Joe’s was done with their job, and even the young miss left the sight for me there wasn’t anything to do I simply reached into my bag and grabbed a whistle and took the attention of the men. Their worn out figures gathered around me and with a smile I would give them all a thumbs up and then ran my thumb along my neck… Signaling we were done! The men cheered it was routine to sit and look at the buildings and road we created with pride I’d take the scroll and map for the mission and look on towards our completed work with my fathers pipe hanging from my lip.

“Ramen & Booze on me guys lets go.” The final words I’d say on this site with a grin leading my men back to our favorite ramen stall.

[Exit]

[DAVID BOWE]

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