Cookout! [Open]

[sachi]

It was a truly beautiful day outside - well, for Triton at least. Hot days like this were uncomfortable for most, but due to his bloodline he didn't even notice, instead only taking in how nice all this sunshine was, and it was this weather that inspired him to have a big cookout! He had been all over the country-side, hanging up crude signs that simply said "big cookout" and pointed an arrow in the respective direction - and should anybody decide to follow these, they'd find themselves in Triton's company amidst the large field of dried up grass, large rocks dotting the landscape in all directions. Atop one of these rocks is where the Airontoku sat, several ingredients laid out on the ground in front of him, ranging from vegetables and spices, fruits, breads, and even large cuts of meat - all gathered by Trition earlier in the day for this exact occasion.

"I hope some people show up, this is gonna be fun!"

He spoke loudly to himself as rolled off the side of the boulder, landing softly on his feet before reaching for one of his three swords also laid out next to the various food items. He didn't know who or what might come along, but he always enjoyed cooking, and anybody that came was welcome to join in.

"I wonder what I should make. . ."

Quite indecisive, Triton would reach for a carrot, absent-mindedly slicing it into pieces while he tried to think up a new recipe, the blade slicing into his fingers several times as he went,

". . . I just hope some people come soon!"

[Kumojin]

The day was indeed hot. Kumojin had decided against wearing his usual black outfit and went with a more open and flowing outfit. It was comfortable enough, though it had no arm sleeves, instead having giant holes in the side for all of his arms to stick out. Other than that, his outfit was rather normal. He wore brown pants that blended with the rocks. His skin was white enough to blend in with powder, due to the time he spent in his other outfit.

Kumojin made his way outwards, past the hidden gates and the hills and mountains, and found a sign. It was a large sign that was immediately noticeable. It said "Big Cookout". Kumojin's curiosity was piqued, partly due to a sign so close to home, but also since he had nothing better to do. He hummed as he walked towards the sign. It was one of the hot days where he was rather laidback, something rather unusual for the spider-man. He looked around and saw a large field, rocks scattered about. It felt like Tsuchi no Kuni, the country of earth alright. Kumojin climbed up and took out his lens, looking around himself and the area. He saw a large assortment of food laid out on top of a rock. He also saw a man moving his hands around, but it wasn't the best scope, so Kumojin couldn't very well make out who it was.

He made his way towards the man. It's not like there was any hostility around and even if he did get captured, he would end himself before telling anyone anything. Besides, it seemed like a cookout and free food, the guy couldn't be to bad. Kumojin moved closer and looked around.

"Hello, is this the cookout?"

Kumojin had 2 bows on his back, but nothing really standing out as ninja-ish. One of the bows was a shortbow used for hunting things like quick game, the other was for bigger game, or at least that's how it could be interpreted.

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Passives:
Gland Evolution
Rank: "A"
Type: Offensive/Supplementary
Handseals: No.
Range: Personal
Chakra/Stamina: Very Low/Chakra/Passive
Special: Chakra Drain (the chakra does not get siphoned to the sasanagi member, simply gets broken down) is equivalent to user's Kumonenkin rank.
Description: Through the development of the sasanagi bloodline, the sticky golden fluid has been developed to the point where it can actually on hit continuously neutralize chakra to weak its prey. Mimicking a spider, the sasanagi bloodline has evolved themselves to be able to convert their web into a basic weapon that does not involve constructing it into a smashing or sharp object.
Domain: Sasanagi.

The Way of The Watcher
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Passive / Specialized Taijutsu / Archery
Range: --
Stamina: --
Special: One must know this tech to learn any tech of equivalent rank in it’s tree. Highest rank known determines the distance in which they can fire arrows, as well as the speed at which they move, while standing still. Keep in mind this type of technique requires the user to be still while shooting, which in turn rewards them with increased accuracy, coming forth in the form of faster arrow speed. Does not work on automatic or modern bows, that do not require the archer to pull and hold before each shot, as these fire the same regardless of the user's skill or speed.
• D: 20 meter range // 4 meter per second arrow speed
• C: 40 m // 8mps as
• B: 60 m // 12mps as
• A: 80 m // 16mps as
• S: 100 m // 20mps as

Description: One of the three distinct styles of the bow is known as 'The Watcher'. Employing patience, careful positioning and a steady, strong hand, the user is capable of launching a missle of death over a vast distance at swift speeds.
Domain: Kyuudou (Archery).

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Standard Bow
Rank: C
Type: Primary / Ranged
Special: Fires off arrows at a default speed of 2 meters per second for a maximum range of 10 meters before losing accuracy, without the need of techniques. A half second delay exists between firing off a shot and a reloading the next arrow and drawing again. Keep in mind techniques which improve range and arrow speed act as bonuses, and stack with whatever the bow's base skill is.
Description: Includes Flat Bows and Self Bows. The standard, wooden bow with two curve endings, arched so that the middle is the arc which the user points towards their target. Finally, a string exists from each of the curved ends, allowing for the archer to load and pull their arrow back, creating brief tension which results in the power that thrusts the projectile forward. Light and very easy to use.
Cost: 5,000 Ryo

Light Bow
Rank: C
Type: Primary / Range (50 meters)
Description: The Light Bow is a small bow that is easy to carry and normally made out of wood. The Light Bow has a standard range of 50 meters; however, this can be improved upon by incredible use of strength or stamina. It requires Arrows to be spent in order to be used.
Cost: 1,000 Ryo
Secondary Weapons:

2x Exploding Pouch
Rank: C
Type: Tool / Area of Effect
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Special: 5 per pack
Description: A variation on the exploding note, these pouches contain a myriad of ball bearings and other metallic projectiles that, when detonated, spread forth even more
Cost: 500 per Pack

1x Smoke Grenade
Rank: C
Type: Tool / Area of Effect
Range: 0 - 10 meters
Special: 3 per pack
Description: This explodable comes in the form of a long, skinny cylinder, no more than a few inches long. At the top lies a pin which, when pulled, activates the grenade's internal components. Within seconds, thick, dark smoke begins to spew from the cylinder, covering a wide area and leaving all those nearby blinded and gagging.
Cost: 600 per Pack

Items:
Binoculars
Rank: C
Type: Universal Accessory / Self
Special: Has a range up to 50 meters. Each binocular takes up one (1) accessory slot.
Description: Similar to the radio in ease and effectiveness, the binoculars are sturdy and serve as a means to measure the distance to a target. Measuring no more than six inches in diameter, this square shaped device sports a durable carapace designed to withstand water damage and even the pressure of extreme altitudes.
Cost: 15,000 Ryo

[sachi]

In the amount of time he'd waited for people to show up, Triton had absent-mindedly sliced through a ridiculous amount of vegetables - literally piles of carrots, onions, peppers and all sorts of other shit scattered all over the place. He had nearly given up on the idea of a big cookout, right up until he heard a voice from his side, he'd been so caught up with slicing that he didn't even hear the man approaching,

"YES, YES IT IS!"

Triton literally jumped from the ground in excitement, katana unsafely launched into the air, only to land with a quick stab in the ground to his right. He spun to face the first (and maybe only) one to come to his cookout, face stretched out wide with a grin,

"Welco-"

He stopped dead in his tracks, fiery-red eyes widening in pure curiosity before screaming at the top of his lungs,

"YOU HAVE SIX ARMS?!"

He immediately ran up to the stranger, walking circles around him and staring with focused eyes at the extra appendages, even going so far as to poke them to see if they were in fact real,

"Do they work?! How did you get extras?!"

He'd completely forgotten about cooking at this point, instead finding himself entirely interested in this mysterious bowman. He just thought it was so cool that he had so many arms, could you imagine having that many arms?! Triton thought of how much food he could cook at once, or how he could eat even more all at one time - hell, could you imagine this guy on drums? He had never seen somebody like this before, the only explanation had to be some sort of magic, or a really cool jutsu that the young Airontoku would love to learn,

"How can I grow new ones too?!"

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[Kumojin]

Kumojin was taken aback. He wasn't used to attention and he had tried to avoid it usually. A cookout this heavily advertised should have had a lot of people, which was what Kumojin was hoping for. When he got there, however, there was only one person. One person and a gigantic pile of vegetables that startled Kumojin a bit. Before he knew it, a man was rushing at him. Kumojin nearly jumped back before he saw the man dropped his sword. Granted, someone could attack without a weapon, but most ninja that knew or used Ninjutsu would have stayed at a somewhat decent range and most Taijutsu users would have taken their weapon with them.

The man ran around Kumojin like a kid looking at a new toy. Kumojin looked at the man as he barraged Kumojin with questions. They were mostly about Kumojin's arms, which seemed rather odd to Kumojin.
"Yes, they work just like yours do."
Kumojin started moving them around in odd patterns, each one moving independently of the others.
"And as far as I know, I got them when I was born, though not many people would be able to tell you that. No family really, so I don't know if it's genetic or a mutation or even if I was experimented on as a kid."

Kumojin walked over to the food area and stood up on a rock. He could see a large amount of vegetables, but not much meat.
"Do you want to go hunting for some meat to go with this?"

[Gentlemanne]

''Hmph, I vonder how Triton's cookink is comink alonk?"

I was starving and I wasn't afraid to admit it, it had been far too long since my dietary needs were met. Nearly a week had passed since I last feasted on the flesh of a big, warm blooded victim and it was honestly starting to get on my nerves. The shakiness, the visions and that annoying grumble that my stomach made only served to piss me off further, as if my siblings childish antics weren't enough already.

''Triiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiton, do ve hafe a meal for me yet~?"

I asked myself as I rolled over one of the large rocks that dotted the area. He sure picked a lovely spot for a picnic, though the large, open spaces and grass didn't lend itself well to a slaughter floor. ''Oh, vhat do ve hafe here?" I giggled maniacally under by breath as I spotted the freak that my brother was inspecting. What was it? A mutant? Some form of clansmen? I wasn't sure, but whatever it was I wanted a slice of it.

As I quickly approached the boy, coming in from behind him at a distance roughly 25 meters long, I quickly closed the gap and waved my arms about at Triton, alerting him to my presence before our guest would hopefully notice me. ''Is zhis our meal?" I mouthed at him, my eyes vigilantly staring at the other person in case I needed to stop myself. But, of course, I needed to make a proper introduction, and considering I was a mere 5 meters away from them now, I thought now would be the perfect chance.

''Hello zhere, brozher! Vhat is zhere to eat? I'm starvink~"

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[sachi]

The young Ironhide continued to stare in amazement, he had always found the silliest things to be so cool, and he still couldn't wrap his head around this man having six arms! Triton nodded his head up and down as the multi-armed man spoke, not actually listening to what he was saying, but just nodding because he was saying something,

"Do you have any other cool quirks?!"

He continued to eye the archer up and down, being sure to check if maybe he had six legs too! As life went in the shinobi world went though, when somebody had something weird like this, they often came with other unique abilities,

"I can do some cool stuff too!"

He turned and headed back towards his pile of ingredients, waving the stranger to follow him,

"And I'm a really good cook! So you're in for a treat!"

Triton pulled his katana out of the ground, flinging off the excess dirt with a flick of the wrist, once more beginning to chop things into smaller and smaller slices. He still didn't have a clue as to what he was going to make, such was obvious when you took in how many different things he'd cut up, vegetables, herbs and spices scattered all over the place in messy piles - looking as if he'd start on one thing and abandon it for another,

"So. . ."

Fiery eyes rose to meet the stranger's, barely catching a glimpse of Hagan approaching from behind him as he did, Triton's face lighting up with a grin,

". . .What can I make for you guys?!"

[Kumojin]

Kumojin looked around and saw another person coming. As far as Kumojin knew, this was a public cookout. There was no doubt other people would come, though the man certainly took his time. To Kumojin, they were ordinary people. At least they didn't seem like Ninja, which was a benefit. Kumojin put on the binoculars to check the forest near by for some game that could be used for the cookout, some sort of meat. As hard as he tried, he could only see about 50 meters accurately, and he still was unable to find any meat for the cookout.

"I don't see anything around here to cook. Unless this is a vegetarian cookout."

He followed over to the ingredient's, ignoring the question about any other quirks. The only thing he was conscious of was his ability to spit out chakra draining spit, which hardened when exposed to air. And that wasn't something he thought the non-ninja needed to know. The man who was apparently the cook for this gathering walked over to the pile of ingredients and waved for Kumojin to follow. He did so, staying at a reasonable distance. He had just met these people, so absolute trust was something much harder earned, though he didn't sense to much danger.

The chef asked what he could make them. "I'm pretty impartial." The other man seemed to know the chef, since he seemed to be whispering to him, though he could be requesting a difficult order or something that was unusual. There were lots of possibilities and it was impossible to narrow it down to one.

[Gentlemanne]

''Mmmn.. I bet zhose arms vill go a long vay."

I couldn't stop staring at the boy, the oddity of his body making an odd sense of curiosity gurgle in my stomach, though that very well might have been my appetite. Curiously, I began approaching the stranger, a sudden jolt of stamina making my limbs loosen considerably, though I made sure to accompany my movement with sighs and yawns, feigning tiredness as I approached the multi-armed lad.

''Hey, vhere did you get all zhose arms? Are you a beetle boy? Ja, zhat vould be amazink!"

I spoke in a surprisingly happy tone as I approached the boy, my body walking a line that left me diagonal to the lad, my eyes seemingly uninterested and lazy, though the instincts that I had lived with urged me to keep my peripheral vision on him. At a mere 10 meters distance, the boy was practically in the palm of my hand, the temptation of his flesh was definitely growing too much for me.

''Mmmnh.. beetle boy, I'fe nefer eaten a beetle before, y'know? Not von as big as you, at least."

Parting my features with a wicked grin, I turned to face the boy, a disturbed glint flickering in my eyes as I looked him up and down once more, awaiting any form of movement so that I could strike. ''I'll cut you a deal, eh? If you down easily, zhen I'll only take.. say, four arms, ja? I'll efen get my buddy ofer zhere to close zhe vounds for you. But if not.. ehehe.."

''You die."

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Tsurutsuru Hebi (Slippery Serpent)
Rank: C
Type: Supplementary / Specialized Taijutsu / Savage Strike Arts
Range: N/A
Stamina: N/A (Mid upkeep per turn for flexibility)
Special: Once they assume their stance, the user can opt to add an additional amount of flexibility to their body, allowing them to shift their weight far easier, contort themselves to the point that they appear dislocated from their joints and ultimately weave around attacks in a more efficient fashion. (Note: This does not automatically dodge techniques and is reliant on clever RP'ing to get proper use out of it.)
Description: Taking on the principles of a snake, the user will funnel more effort into their muscles and ligaments to loosen themselves up, allowing them to take on an even more liquid posture. By shifting their weight quickly, weaving, turning and slipping around, the user is able to contort themselves in and around areas they usually couldn't, such as dodging multiple things at a time and forcing themselves into narrow spaces. Movement during is neither impeded or increased, instead, it allows them to take the current speed they've got and use it to its fullest potential. As an additional strength for the technique, the user is able to balance themselves in ways they usually couldn't, such as balancing all their weight on one leg, or shifting their weight whilst close to the ground.
Domain: Savage Strike Arts.

1xLow.

All items on person.

[Rui]

Today, Kawaii would play follow the leader. But the one taking her to her next destination had been none other than her nose. With her head slightly titled back, she could smell exactly where she wanted to go. Her rumbling stomach spoke more words than her mouth. Quickening her step, she had been determined to reach her destination. It wouldn’t take long. After five minutes of diligent searching, she had laid eyes upon three individuals.

None of them seemed like threats, but you could never be too sure when it came to shinobi. Having that thought cemented deep within her subconscious, Kawaii had been prepared. Before leaping over the hill, and down to cookout, she had changed^1A clothes. She had dressed for the occasion, but it hadn’t been apparent. If anything, it had been subtly. Placing her old clothes in the bag, she had been ready to approach the men below. And with another step, she did exactly that. She’d drop down from the sky, landing on her feet behind the one with six arms.

"Hello."

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1A. ?

[Magdalena]

"Hehe, boys will be boys won't they?"

Her voice broke through the small talk ahead as she walked out from behind one of the larger rocks after the child had decided to drop in on them. Blood red eyes immediately flickered to her dear Nii-san before then falling on, though this time with less interest, on her other 'dear' brother, Triton. She didn't like him, but that would be put behind her for now, after all, Nii-san was hungry.

"Brother~ Congratulations on having guests at your cookout." She would curtsy for the both of her brothers. More so Nii-san, but Triton was indeed her older brother. As much as she hated it, respect still needed to be paid. Standing up straight, she gave her parasol a twirl before moving forward only a little bit until she was roughly 15 meters from the little girl. She was so small and cute. Magdalena always was accustomed to being called a porcelain doll, but this girl was more so deserving.

Though staying put, her eyes would dare to leave their position on the small child to eye the odd spider boy. A shiver ran down her spine. He was so icky! She wanted to crush him, turn him into a pin cushion, and rip him limb from limb with every ounce of strength she had in her! All in the name of her Nii-san, of course. However she inhaled sharply and averted her gaze back to the curious little girl. She'd be fun to play with; like a real doll.

"Little girl, why don't we let the boys play? My brother is a really good cook too...so you should stay for some food..." The tone of her voice seemed a tad off, not as high pitched and squealing like when she hung onto Nii-san, or loud and obnoxious when yelling at Valentin and Alek. No, this seemed much different. More than likely this was what Magdalena wanted Nii-san to see after all these years apart. She wanted him to see just how alike they were.

Both of her hands were wrapped tightly around the hilt of her parasol, however her fingers were folded together forming a seal. Nothing was happening though. Perhaps that was just how she held her parasol...

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-All items equipped

[sachi]

More and more people were coming, and rather than getting excited and happier, Triton was getting kind've annoyed. He had been sitting here preparing all day, and still nobody seemed interested in actually eating (well, except for Hagan) and instead they all stood around, a very obvious aura of mistrust and cautiousness all about. Quite frankly, all the young Airontoku wanted to do was cook, and if nobody was interested in his talents, he'd find somebody that would be!

"You guys are all weird. . ."

Triton stood up, retrieved his sword and would turn swiftly on his heels, walking away from the group behind him without so much as a second glance,

"When you get hungry come find me, I'm gonna go find something fun to do!"

He was speaking to Hagan, but he supposed the offer could extend to any of the people here. With a wave, he was off!

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[Gentlemanne]

''Ja, you know vhat?"

With a shrug of my shoulders, I began walking back, my comrade seemingly intent on leaving the area. With a heaving sigh, I simply watched the six armed boy as I retreated the area, my body still relaxed by my stamina.

''Free pass, little von. Ve vill see eachozher again, ja? Remember zhe face."

With that, I scurried away, eyes still watching the boy carefully as I backed out of sight.

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[Exar Kun]

Sachi- 22 exp

Gana- 18 exp

[Magdalena]

There they went, both of her brothers just up and left. Wasn't the point of this cookout was to obtain somebody for dear Nii-san to eat and for kessel dumb dumb, Triton to cook? She was utterly bewildered how the two of them could become so careless and waltz off like that. More importantly, they had completely ignored her. Triton was one thing, she could have cared less if he did, but Nii-san....her Nii-san didn't even notice her!

Glaring, she looked at the spider man and at the little girl, her red eyes seemed to be a lit with flames of hate. She twirled her parasol once then moved an inch forward, twirled twice, then moved an inch back, twirled a third time before throwing her parasol into the air. With a small flash of seals 50 chakra based needles came raining down on the two of them.

"IT'S ALL YOUR FAULT! YOU TWO COMPLETE AND UTTER, INCOMPETENT IDIOTS! YOU MADE MY NII-SAN HATE ME! HE IGNORED ME...."

A snivel.

"....IGNORED...me...he ignored me."

Magdalena didn't care how the two idiots dealt with the needle barrage she let rain down upon them. The moment she had her parasol in her hand she ran away trying to stifle her tears. There was no reason to stay here if her dear Nii-san didn't stay with her. He did give her and Alek a mission of their own, but she couldn't help but come back and see him one last time before she departed for Kusa no Kuni.

Clearly though that had upset him to the point where her existence didn't even matter. Alek would just have to pay. Obviously it was somehow his fault as well. She would just have to break his arm or bloody his nose. That would certainly be fun enough to pass the time and calm her angered and flustered nerves.

Nii-san! I'll do as you ask and be your favorite again! Just don't hate me...please, please don't hate me!

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Jouro Senbon (Senbon Shower)
Rank: C+C+C+C+C
Type: Supplementary/Ninjutsu
Range: 0-20 Meters
Handseals: Yes
Chakra: Mid
Special: When first learned, can rain down 10 solidified chakra needles. Every re-train adds another 10 needles up to 100 needles total. After every fourth re-training however, chakra consumption goes up by one rank.
Description: After throwing an umbrella/parasol into the air, it will release a hailing "shower" of senbon. It cannot be dodged by moving away since the needles cover a wide area in all directions, controlled by chakra. Although the needles can spread in a wide range, they can still be blocked by a powerful enough shield.
Domain: Universal Ninjutsu; Parasol/Umbrella Weapons

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[~Kohana <3]

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