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In the blistering cold, where ivory flakes fluttered to the ground slowly, I found myself, behind Yuuza. He had decided to do some scouting ahead, but I didn't feel right letting him go alone, at least if something transpired I could be there to aid him. Even if it would be healing minor wounds I'd be of some use to him. After all, it was him who took me in, and with his help I was sure I'd survive in this ugly yet beautiful world longer, even if it would be just enough to truly experience life.

Eventually I had caught up behind Yuuza, I would have been faster, but all of this snow was inhibiting my movements. It was so cold and I was, so not use to this weather. A small breath of air passed my lips as it unfurled into a curling puff of chilled breath. Pulling my hood over my head, my face was hidden beneath the shadows it casted. I was lucky Yuuza was kind enough to give me this hooded cloak, it definitely came in handy.

Emerging from the frosted forest, I saw Yuuza confront someone, I didn't know how, but things seemed like they were taking a change for the worst. I only hoped he'd be okay if something did happened. "Yuuza..." Whispering to myself, I stayed where I was, my sapphire pools locked onto the ensuing conflict which was destined to happen. I was sure Yuuza could handle his own, but being careful wasn't bad. Masked by the snow, I stayed roughly forty meters away from them, only watching.

(directly into Yuuza's mind) "Yuuza, don't be alarmed its me Saori. If you need my help just think it, and I'll be there."

My voice would fade from his conciseness as I'd simply be a bystander, watching with intensity.

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Shishinsui no Jutsu (Mind Diving Speech Technique)
Rank: A
Type: Supplementary / Secret Technique
Range: 0 - 50 meters
Special: Must be aware of someone's existence in order to speak to them telepathically. Each time retrained, the user gains an additional 10 meters to their overall range.
Description: One of the Yamanaka's most essential ability involves the transient nature of their minds and souls. In this case, by intermingling the secrets behind the techniques which allow their soul to travel forth, the Yamanaka projects their chakra around so that they can speak into the minds of those they are aware of.
Domain: Yamanaka.

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^{Onward into the unknown!}

Our sparring match was cut short when Yuuza came into the scene, filled with new found vigor and ready set out. Although I was tired from my match with Kisazaru, I was excited to go to a new land, so I quickly sheathed the blade he gave me, not worrying too much about the shark man, I shuffled behind Yuuza, my cheeks red with happiness from his compliment. It was good to live life the way you wanted, and this little bit of knowledge made me feel better about leaving behind my old life.

"Whats in Testu no Kuni Yuuza, whats it like there?"


I asked casually. I was oblivious to our reason for going, but even so it was kind of embarrassing asking what Tetsu no kuni was like, I had a strange feeling ti was something I should have known, but I didn't let it bother me too much as we walked, taking our leaving of Mizu no kuni.

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^{Strength or speed?}

Both our blades clashed epicly as amber sparks fluttered about me, however our clash wouldn't last long as the bigger man-Kisazaru over-powered me. It was quite clear I couldn't match him with strength, but maybe I could with speed. He was right. I was no match physically for him and he was trying to teach me not to clash with stronger opponents. I'd have to avoid a standstill and strike quickly. Stumbling back on my feet, I regained my footing, digging my heels into the earth.

"Yes!"

I said allowed as I weaved in an out, ducking in, and leaning forward I tucked my elbow in, grabbing Yuuza's ninjato with both hands I'd extend the blade forward, straight ahead in a poking motion, aimed for his sternum.

"I can do this...."

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^{It had started, yet I wasn't ready. Not now.}

The stillness, the quiet, they both broke as his thunderous footsteps, alerted my tensed body. My eyes followed, but it was like my body wouldn't follow. Was this fear or something else? His body twisted and with a simple flick a light shimmered as it was projected towards me. It all snapped together, my reaction, my mind. I had to move.

And fast.

With a quick flick of my own left hand I drew a kunai and attempted to deflect the devious, incoming strike . My arm, guided by my eyes motioned to the are where I thought it would hit. Unprepared My body faltered as I was knocked aback, stumbling, I caught myself, striking back as fast I could by throwing the kunai.

Whilst that action I drew Yuuza's ninjato that was now mine, rolling to the side, I'd run forward and strike with a simple vertical slash. I was by far no swordsmen, and my skills weren't even novice at best, but, this was what I was training for-to get better.

OOC: I never stated I was holding the Ninjato.

|wilting magnolia|
^{Cutting loose, and seeing what your made of. It isn't quite that easy.}

Me and Kisarazu- a Hoshigake I had met who was surprisingly acquaintances with Yuuza, a man I met by what could only be deemed fate. Something bigger than either of use had willed us together, so I wouldn't fight it. No, I'd be sparing him.

He stood before me, his body towering over my own, small disposition. A wind passed us, shuffling my ivory locks, twisting and curling them.I gulped as I watched him, I was waiting for any move, and slightest twitch. The world seemed fake, and the ninjato Yuuza had given me felt heavy, almost too heavy for me to bare.

Sweat rolled down my brow, but I didn't swipe it away, I only stood there waiting for him to say something...anything. I wasn't too sure if I was even ready for him to do such a thing, but I didn't make my feelings known in the open. I'd keep them to myself. Man, why was time so slow, why wouldn't he just go ahead and move, besides he was the one that wanted to spar.

"So, are we going to do this today?"

I managed to speak the words with the courage I had been summoning since we reached this quiet clearing. Trees were behind me, a lake to my west, sunlight could barely seep through the upper canopy, birds seemed to not approach and the insects scurried away, hiding from the training session that was to ensue to the area. I could only hope, he wouldn't kill me...

"I can do this....."

Mayou no jutsu
[Lit meaning; To be of two minds Technique]
Rank: C
Type: Supplementary / Secret Technique
Range: 0 - 10 meters
Chakra: Mid
Special: The opponents spirit moves slightly slower than user's top-speed, in a straight line. Mayou can only target victims within 10 meters for up to 1 turn, plus 10 more meters if retrained. Control can only be broken by opponent's with greater chakra capacities (bijuu, samehada, or by simply having more exp). By retraining Mayou no jutsu the Yamanaka can house their mind for another turn.

Description: One of the Yamanaka's most essential ability involves the transient nature of their minds and souls. In this case, by intermingling the secrets behind the techniques which allow their soul to travel forth, the Yamanaka projects their chakra around so that they can hear the minds thoughts of those around them. Mayou is a special Yamanaka clan technique where the Yamanaka must first use Shintenshin no Jutsu, and than follow up by using Mayou no jutsu.

This causes the Yamanaka to forcibly extract the opponents mind from their own body, spiriting them away back to the user of Mayou no jutsu's own body. Now, while inside the Yamanaka's body, both minds reside and are able to communicate, but the key factor is that any damage done to the lifeless husk of the opponents body is not reflected on The Yamanaka's because Shintenshin no Jutsu is ended. However when the body is killed the Yamanaka has to release Mayou no jutsu at the same time.

If not, they risk housing the mind of the opponent forever. Because both minds are within the same body all thoughts are intermingled and shared. This does not include memories. Some even say this is the reason behind multiple personality disorder.
Domain: Yamanaka

Shinitan kaimetsu no Jutsu
[Lit meaning; Mind anguish devastation technique]
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Supplementary / Secret Technique
Range: 0- 10 meters
Chakra: Low-High
Special: Mental attack can only be stopped by opponent's with greater chakra capacities (bijuu, samehada, or by simply having more exp). Each time retrained the strength of the mental strikes increases as well as the range; which is increases 10 more meters.

D: Takes 10 turns of constant attack before incapacitating will occur
C: Takes 8 turns of constant attack before incapacitating will occur
B: Takes 6 turns of constant attack before incapacitating will occur
A: Takes 4 turns of constant attack before incapacitating will occur
S: Takes 2 turns of constant attack before incapacitating will occur

Description: One of the Yamanaka's most essential ability involves the transient nature of their minds and souls. In this case, by intermingling the secrets behind the techniques which allow their soul to travel forth, the Yamanaka projects their chakra around so that they can hear the minds thoughts of those around them. Shinitan kaimetsu is the Yamanaka's only form of attack and as all Yamanaka jutsu the user cannot move while the mental siege is occurring.

Instead of entering the mind of the opponent, the Yamanaka will focus solely upon attacking the opponents mind, with sharp, almost painful surges, akin to a headache or migraine. Prolonged exposure to this assault men to go crazy, mental breakdowns, and one to pass out. Focus becomes harder and harder to maintain the longer under the mental assault by the Yamanaka until the fortitude of the mind falters. This way, the Yamanaka does not run risk of injuring themselves when trying to do away with an opponent.
Domain: Yamanaka