Come at me bro [1v1]

[johnny.]

• T1 Rules
  
• Weather Condition: Clear
  
• Opponents start 45 meters apart from eachother.
  
• Challenger can attack first post (optional)
  
• Equal Rank challenger only.

Saito Kojiro stood as a lone sentinel on a small rising mound of rock and rubble. The remains of buildings were only visible in certain spots, their pieces shoved deep into the ground below. The dirt was black, most likely stained by ash. Despite the assumed temperature, it was cool... and there was a slight wind chill. The man's eyes gazed to a lone figure a fair distance away, and from the get-go, he assumed the encounter to be hostile. A steady hand rested on the hilt of his sword, awaiting for any actions of the self-declared opponent. If he or she wouldn't make the first move... then he would.

[Big Black Fish]

My target stood idly amidst the rock and stone and debris, but his insecurity implied hostility when placing his hand upon his sword. My cardinal eyes emanating a vibrant glow –highlighted amidst such bleak and plagued colors –were capable of examining his movements from distances greater than the common eye. My eyes flicked in unison with his movement to his sword, an indication that even the slightest movements were not so subtle enough to deceive the Sharingan. As I settled with a distance of 20 meters, I too placed my hand upon the hilt of my blade that resided upon my back; solicitously awaiting me to exempt her from peace. Her silver body slid from its sheath as I removed her from hiding –as my fingers slid into the pack conveniently placed upon my hip, the cold steel of the kunai transfused upon my warm hands as I grasped it tight. I suppose it was his move.

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[johnny.]

The opponent approached with a casual step, splitting the initial distance roughly in half. Amidst the walk, Kojiro watched the movements of the rather large man, unsheathing a similarly large blade, fitting for the size of the man. The off-hand, he assumed, reached for an object in the pouch placed on his waste. While distance proved to hide the object well in the man's large palm, it was easy to assume it was some sort of projectile. He was prepared to disrupt an advance on him, as well as counter with his own attack. Smart. And the only thing that Kojiro could provide as a safe maneuver, dealt with maintaining distance.

The Suna-nin's hands retreated from the handle quickly, smashing together in a hand seal, calling forth the power of his chakra. Starting a light jog backwards, eyes still focused on the large equipped opponent, he hopped lightly, landing upon a frozen construction, pushing him in a willed direction. His speed was twice what it was, and his distance now 30 meters. Quickly the board angled, directed to begin circling the target. One hand raised in the form of a fist during the fast and flashy movement, aimed at Kojiro's opponent. A tight clench would five concealed senbon in wide formation, covering a foot of distance where the senbon would be landing. They were initially aimed for the lower torso of the man, though movements closer and further would of course cause the projectiles to find their place in other resting spots. While the steel needles flew, his left hand would clench, ready to fire out a similar attack.

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Senbon packs remaining: 2.5/3

Skills Used:

Yukisuberidai (Ice Sliding)
Rank: D
Type: Supplementary / Ninjutsu / Kekkei Touta
Range: See special!
Special: Doubles user's maximum movement speed. Can only perform Ice jutsu while sliding.
Description: A simple ninjutsu meant to exploit the Hyouton user's skills, this technique allows the shinobi to essentially cut their travel time down in half. After a few simple seals, wind and water come together below the user's feet, creating a fast moving sheet of ice which the user rides on as if it were a surfing board.
Domain: Hyouton. Must know Ice Dominion 'D'.

[Big Black Fish]

My arrival set my adversaries nerves on edge, as the implication of his instant reaction to my presence indicated such. In a particular intriguing NinJutsu technique, he exploded into an increase of speed that was easily recognizable. At the soles of his feet, layers of ice would mass produce itself to continue his icy pursuit. Like a show clown, his entertainment was something of vaudeville; the grand finale but a mere let down. Typical circuses.

Senbon protruded with considerable velocity palpably towards me. They would never see the day when blood was shed, however. My hands, the moment the showman exhibited his attack, would enter a flurry. Accredited to the Sharingan, not a split second was lost in the exchange.

When the senbon neared their 15 meter mark, an adequate fireball would arise. It was confidently not of my far most superior fire ball ever to be manifested, but its purpose would suffice. In a climactic consuming of the senbon, the fireball would converge the path of the projectiles, misdirecting their course. Exploding when it reached its inevitable end, the fire would dissipate in the earths atmosphere. A thick, hazy smoke would linger, but not to my disadvantage, for the scarlet optics were fixated upon the boy.

Three shunshin would send me into a subsequent shadowstep into a netherworld dimension, only to reappeared directly in front of the boys ice path. If he negligently decided not to remove himself from collision course, my sheathed Nodachi would find a comfortable respite in the boys belly. If he decided to evade me, my hand would release the volley of two kunai, one aimed directly for him, the other, flagged for explosiveness, would find itself extending past him 3 meters.

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Endan (Fireball)
Rank: C
Type: Offensive / Katon Ninjutsu
Range: 0 - 10 meters
Special: Fireball measures 5 meters, and can travel 10 meters in a straight line, plus 10 more each time retrained. Explosion measures 5 meters from impact.
Description: Although basic, the fireball technique is nonetheless efficient and deadly. After forming the necessary handseals, the shinobi will expel a jet stream of fire from their mouth, which quickly forms into a large fireball. The user can fire this ball off in any direction they wish, resulting in a small explosion upon impact.
Domain: Katon

Shunshin no Jutsu (Body Flicker Technique)
Rank: D
Type: Supplementary / Ninjutsu
Range: 0 - 10 meters
Special: Flickering is forward-moving, meaning the user will rush almost instantly to wherever they are facing. The user can flicker once per thread, plus once more each time retrained.
Description: Shunshin no Jutsu is a basic ninjutsu technique used across the shinobi world by all, ranging from the most basic shinobi to the legends of lore. Considered is a high-speed movement technique, it allows a ninja to move short to long distances at an almost untraceable speed - to an observer, it appears as if the user has teleported. Such a feat is accomplished by using chakra to temporarily vitalise the body and move at extreme speeds they would otherwise be unable to reproduce. In the end, the user will appear and disappear in an instant, allowing them to retreat or attack suddenly should they need it. To facilitate the movement the ninja will often use nearby elements such as mist, sand or leaves to mask their appearance or disappearance.
Domain: Shunshin - Universal Ninjutsu.

[King]

Judgment

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Both of Paper's hands are occupied, one by the sword and the other by a kunai. By that right, it'd be impossible to form the adequate hand seals needed for the jutsu.

Considering you didn't move whatsoever, expecting your technique to thwart the senbon, it's safe to say the senbon would strike you in the stomach as expected. It wouldn't be a fatal blow; however, it would definitely be enough to hinder extreme movements from this point on in the fight. Likewise, your shunshin no jutsu would've only came after your fire technique exploded - that means it wouldn't have saved you either.

Post accordingly.[/ul][/justify][/font]

[johnny.]

The attempt at hand seals while equipped was a mistake, though the intent wasn't foolish. appearance of the fireball would cause the Suna-nin's lips to curve into a mischievous smile. A majority of the senbon would easily find their burial grounds within the man's thick flesh. It was a shallow wound, but would definitely hinder movement from this point on. His victory was short lived as Koji would watched the blurring image of the target... Body flicker.

Assuming that it would be directed to interrupt his path of travel, Kojiro placed his hands together, leaping back from the board of ice, a replica floated to take his place, hands quickly preforming a series of seals before a haze of black surrounded it's cold skin. Immediately the large man appeared in front of the path, the nodachi extended forward with the intent to impale the figure that had landed on the slab of ice. His maneuver was anticipated and a kunai would cut across the right side of his stomach. His side burned from the more-than-shallow cut, but that wasn't the worst of it. The second kunai erupted from behind, forcing him to fly in a sloppy direction diagonally.

Both feet would land, though his body staggered on the landing. Kojiro was slightly dazed, but still had a good distance from him. One hand reached for the sheathed sword again, the pale fingers curling tightly around it's handle. He watched with steady eyes for his clone to run into the blade of his foe. If it did, the frozen replica would combust, leaving a white haze to engulf his opponent, and potentially freeze him over. At the same time, Kojiro watched the rising cloud of ebony smoke, starting to dominate the sky above. While he seemed to carry slightly heavier wounds than the large man, this fight was no where close to being over.

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Senbon packs remaining: 2.5/3

Skills Used:

Yuki Bunshin no Jutsu (Ice Clone Technique)
Rank: C
Type: Supplementary / Ninjutsu / Kekkei Touta
Range: See special!
Special: Clone speed is slower than that of the user, but all taijutsu strikes hit with the equivalent taijutsu power of the user's highest 'Ice Dominion' rank. Up to one clone can be made at a time, plus one more each time retrained. Explosion range covers 5 meters.
Description: With this technique, the Hyouton user is able to call upon aid from a perfect copy of themselves. Comprised purely of the ice available to the ninja, this clone is slightly sluggish with its movement speed due to speed, but can share linked mental judgement, and with its weight, smash enemies hard. Best of all, when defeated, the clone explodes, letting loose an icy essence that aims to take over the nearest opponent available and leave them a frozen block.
Domain: Hyouton. Must know Ice Dominion 'C'.

Black Clouds Technique (Kokuun no Jutsu)
Rank: D
Type: Supplementary / Suiton Ninjutsu
Range: See special!
Special: Oil automatically raises offensive Katon and Raiton jutsu by a single rank. Highly combustible, it rains down upon the general area of the target, making it easy to create large fires.
Description: One of the many advantages of Suiton is its ability to assist other elements in their power. In this case, the user summons forth flammable oil so that they can use this in conjunction with other jutsu. After forming the necessary hand seals, a black mist will emit from the user’s body and will rise into the sky. In the next turn, black clouds will form, releasing an intense, heavy flammable rain of oil onto one’s targets.
Domain: Suiton.

[Big Black Fish]

I faced the onslaught of senbon against my will. Had I discerned the obvious fact that with hands fully equipped with weaponry should hinder my ability to form hand signs. The senbon rained upon me, as I had no choice but to absorb them. They inflicted pain, but nothing fatal. Their detriment to my motor skills were critical, but fatal wounds were not upon me. It was a formidable blow, but I would endure. Surely, I would not lie down and submit. The shunshin brought me to intercept the path, but my adversary had crafted an escape. Replacing a clone in his stead, it charged forth with ferocity. I could depict its constrained movement and had I not felt the need to conserve my energy following the senbon's success, I would have obliterated the thing.

I witnessed an opportunity to capitalize upon. The boy had jumped backwards, unbalanced by the explosion of my tagged kunai, he landed with a slight stumble. Ignoring the pain, as afflicting as it had been, I would utilize the shunshin once more, but it would surely be my last. The high speed step brought pain, I winced at the immediate shock, but as I reappeared alongside my foe all thought of it was erased. Nodachi in hand, I would slash his right side not once, but twice. The double cut served its purpose but once in a fight, hopefully this opportune moment would install great use for it. From the crouched position that came from exiting the shunshin, I primed my technique.

One slash directed upwards to gauge clean through the thigh and rib cage, followed adroitly with the finisher of it coming back through the shoulder blade. If landed, it would become a game of attrition. Who was weaker from the blows that were traded. I did not sheath the blade as the proper technique entailed, for such close combat would only place you at a disadvantage while unguarded. I know if this fight were to take its place against toe to toe, sword to sword, I would be the victor.

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Battojutsu (Art of the Drawing Sword)
Rank: D, C, B,
Type: Defensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Special: Allows the swordsman to deflect basic attacks of equal or lower rank, in conjunction with other, more advanced moves within the style.
Description: An offensive nature of fighting, all Battojutsu practitioners will tend to stand in looser patterns, letting their steel fly and attack at often irregular angles. Unlike its defensive counterpart, this form allows for quicker, more deliberate strikes, making it deadly in the hands of a true master.
Domain: Kenjutsu

Nibaigiri (Double Cut)
Rank: C
Type: Offensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Special: Rank of strikes depends on the user's highest 'Battojutsu' rank. Damage is calculated per strike. Can be used once per thread, plus one more each time retrained.
Description: Commencing from a kneeling position, the practitioner rises and draws, making a rising strike on the draw and a dropping strike as he sheathes.The movement is flashy and hard to trace, leaving unguarded opponent's in trouble.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Battojutsu 'C'.

ooc - I tend to do that too much. That's twice I've been screwed over with holding weaponry and trying to perform hand signs. Damn.

[johnny.]

The clone met no end, and was allowed to freely surf passed the fading illusion of the man, and once again, body flicker was utilized. At this point, the clones hands were free of use, as the seals to preform the black clouds technique were complete, and the thick shadowed smog now rested above the chosen target, the man. It rained down heavy liquid, with the plan to soak the crouched man that prepared an attack.

Kojiro himself was somewhat ready for another sword attack, as the opponent moved and reacted as a skilled combatant in close proximity. Quickly he withdrew the blade, bringing it across horizontally to clash with rising blade. The force of the nodachi subdued Kojiro's own blade, and it was forced up from the initial strike. His body also started to fall back, while the blade of his opponent followed downwards. Again he was hit by the attack; though, thanks to the power the man possessed, he was pushed out of the way of any fatal damage.

As his body fell towards the ground, his left hand shot out, firing off seven senbon in a heavy line at the opponents face. The final three of the clip would be in a wider area, attempting to ward off the attacker if he progressed closer. It was now that he noticed the crimson eyes of a Uchiha, and it appeared that taijutsu would be his defeat in this battle. Falling onto his butt, he started on his ascent back to his feet, while his right hand (that still held tightly onto his weapon) readied to fire the final five senbon in the clip if the shinobi decided to endure the initial attack.

Meanwhile, the clone that was allowed salvation had turned and progressed forward towards the Uchiha, still mounted on the frozen board. It would preform a few hand seals before summoning forth a crooked, yet dangerous blade of ice directly in front of it. One arm grasped the frozen weapon and slashed across, while the other reached for the sheathed weapon and preformed a quick draw technique. The ice slash was aimed at the upper back, hoping to tear through the area from the man's right shoulder to his left hit, while the stab attack was aimed at his lower back on the right side.

All together, three attacks were hoped to converge in one spot. And while the shinobi was definitely skilled, surely he would not be able to dodge with his movement impaired, nor defend completely against a pincer attack.

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Senbon packs remaining: 1.5/3

Skills Used:

Black Clouds Technique (Kokuun no Jutsu)
Rank: D
Type: Supplementary / Suiton Ninjutsu
Range: See special!
Special: Oil automatically raises offensive Katon and Raiton jutsu by a single rank. Highly combustible, it rains down upon the general area of the target, making it easy to create large fires.
Description: One of the many advantages of Suiton is its ability to assist other elements in their power. In this case, the user summons forth flammable oil so that they can use this in conjunction with other jutsu. After forming the necessary hand seals, a black mist will emit from the user’s body and will rise into the sky. In the next turn, black clouds will form, releasing an intense, heavy flammable rain of oil onto one’s targets.
Domain: Suiton.

Gengetsu Awasu (Roaring Ice Blade)
Rank: C
Type: Supplementary / Ninjutsu / Kekkei Touta
Range: Self
Special: Rank of attack blade can cut through depends on user's highest 'Ice Dominion' rank. Blade can counter up to one strike before dissipating, plus one more each time retrained. Ice sword cannot surpass 6 feet.
Description: As its name implies, the Roaring Ice Blade is a creation of pure ice, bladed to the sharpest realms, meant to resemble any blade the user thinks of. Best of all, the blade itself can withstand even the toughest of attacks with enough training, allowing the user to slice through danger without fear.
Domain: Hyouton. Must know Ice Dominion 'C'.

Mae Zuki (Front Thrust)
Rank: D
Type: Offensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Special: Rank of strike depends on the user's highest 'Battojutsu' rank. Each time retrained, 'D' ranked damage is stacked.
Description: Commencing from a standing position, the practitioner draws and thrusts a frontal attacker then quickly sheathes. As they invest more time and practice into the art of offensive sheathing, their overall offensive rating shall increase.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Battojutsu 'D'

[Big Black Fish]

Steel clashed against steel as my Nodachi converged with the deflection of my opponent. My upward momentum usurped control of the exchange as my sword would transition into a downward angle to cleave his right shoulder through. My katana would wedge itself deep within his flesh, creating an insurmountable flesh wound of greater proportion to my own. I forced the removed the Katana with relentless furry, pain tunneling through my torso from the previously endured wound. As I expected, it had become a battle of attrition: who could endure more pain. We were both valiant in our acts, but who was more so?

My Sharingan sensed the presence from behind as well as detecting his attempt at one more volley. My blade forced the boy to the ground as he lay on his back side; I stood over him as he raised his senbon projector. In a desperate last ditch effort –with my foot closest to his hand –I kicked it away from its aim. The senbon released with misguided accuracy as his intentions were for my death. My actions were not in vain, but I could not escape the shot. My kick guided his hand away from my head, but they launched, puncturing deep into my left arm. They crawled my arm, the first protruding from my wrist, scaling up my upper inside pectoral.

I shuttered with the pain, but mind over matter kicked in. My intuition took control, for I required all the help I could attain. I activated the first and second Celestial Divination Gate, producing the overbearing speed that in my current state, I could not handle. My body was unstable, afflicted with unbelievable pain; but I would force my body through it even if it defeated me. Agility and speed was now thrice my norm, but I would not be able to sustain them for long. It was now or never. My left arm was numb, impassive to my commands for it was beyond my control at this point, but my right still firmly clutched the hilt of my Nodachi. The clone approached but in a blinding pace I circled behind the boy who lay upon his back. Stabbing with a frontal jab, switching angles as I was now upon his right, then his left, then his back... each accompanied with an individual strike. My speed was unrecognizable to the human eye.

Blood pored from my arm, but I determined to execute my enemy until my energy was exhausted from my body in entirety. Sheathing my sword, I jumped back with supreme speed, grasping hold of a single kunai. Launching one, replacing it and relaunching it again until 4 all together were thrown at the duplicate clone, I could only pray he would not survive the attack. Had I the extra arm, I would have attached an explosive tag to the kunai, but my attempt would be futile for it dangled lifeless against my side.

I wondered. If it did not fall, would my body be strong enough to continue? Or would I fall to the feet of my oppressor?

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# Mae Zuki (Front Thrust)
Rank: D
Type: Offensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Special: Rank of strike depends on the user's highest 'Battojutsu' rank. Each time retrained, 'D' ranked damage is stacked.
Description: Commencing from a standing position, the practitioner draws and thrusts a frontal attacker then quickly sheathes. As they invest more time and practice into the art of offensive sheathing, their overall offensive rating shall increase.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Battojutsu 'D'.


* Kaimon (Gate of Opening)
Rank: C
Type: Supplementary / Specialized Taijutsu / Kinjutsu
Range: Self
Special: See subjutsu. Lasts for one turn, plus one more each time retrained. Intense flow of chakra is able to disrupt regular Genjutsu 'C' ranked and lower. Once activated, the user moves at twice their normal speed (+200%). Upon deactivation, fatigue settles and lasts as long as Gate was active, yields strain, and restricts user to Taijutsu 'A' ranked and under for the remainder of the fatigue.
Description: The first stage of the Eight Gates, the Gate of Opening (開門, Kaimon) is located in the brain, and upon activation, releases the brain's restraints, allowing full power usage of the body's muscles. Unlocking this gate allows the user to use extremely strong techniques, such as the Iron Fist's Frontal Lotus.
Domain: Hachimon.

* Strength
Rank: C
Type: Taijutsu / Passive Boost
Special: Represents strength boost received from Kaimon. Once activated, all Taijutsu, basic or advanced, shall have 'C' ranked damage stacked on at all times, equal to the amount of times retrained.

* Kyuumon (Gate of Rest)
Rank: C
Type: Supplementary / Specialized Taijutsu / Kinjutsu
Range: Self
Special: See subjutsu. All effects of previous gates are passively carried over. Lasts for one turn, plus one more each time retrained. Intense flow of chakra is able to disrupt advanced Genjutsu 'C' ranked and lower. Once activated, the user moves at thrice their normal speed (+300%). Upon deactivation, fatigue settles and lasts as long as Gate was active, yields moderate strain, and restricts user to Taijutsu 'A' ranked and under for the remainder of the fatigue.
Description: Located within the brain, the second stage of the Eight Gates, the Gate of Rest, raises stamina and assists in recovery after being weakened. By further boosting one's inner strength, they subsequently re energize their body.
Domain: Hachimon. Must be able to sustain 'Kaimon' for at least 7 turns.

[King]

Judgment

[johnny.]

The pain from the blade was great, but he knew that his sacrificed body would lead him to a victory. The shinobi made the mistake of allowed the frozen clone to live, thus preforming an easy attack from the back. Both blades, the frozen, and the replica, would carve their way into the large man's flash, causing a fatal wound, and if his body failed to die there, the senbon that mutilated the tough face would. The corpse fell on his own, and with a mighty push, he heaved the heavy man off of him.

Wincing at the pain, Kojiro lifted himself up, and started away, dragging the blade lazily, and grasping the open wound. While it was a victory at the moment, he was still in no condition to just rest. Setting out towards the distance, Koji would turn his directive to finding medical treatment... Amazing how powerful shinobi can be in this world...

[Big Black Fish]

alright, can't argue facts but I would appreciate if somewhere in the description it would let me know that it takes a few seconds to activate.

This is the first time I have ever heard it.

[☆ F ☆]

Apr 17, 2011 22:37:07 GMT -8 Big Black Fish said:

alright, can't argue facts but I would appreciate if somewhere in the description it would let me know that it takes a few seconds to activate.

This is the first time I have ever heard it.

Ninja that dabble in the art of the Gates must open all the gates in order, and must keep in mind each new opening takes a few seconds as powering up is not simply instantaneous.

Read more: narutorplay.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=taijutsu&action=display&thread=539#ixzz1JyX947PT

Located in the intro information to the whole style...

[☆ F ☆]

Saito: 2, 4, 5, 5, 2 = 18 EXP (+18 Winning Bonus!) = 36 EXP

Paper: 3, 5, 4, 5 = 17 EXP