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天の下の最強 ————

^{"Now this is how it is, we try to handle biz, and make moves in this land where the power lives. Where they devour kids and acts of cowardice rule from a tool of violence and a shrouded bliss. I try to release my malice, and develop my inner peace in a place so callous. Maybe I'll go to Angle or other Gold Coast and blow smoke with the old folks cause they know most"}

The small vessel cut steadfast through the ocean current, swiftly pushing the small boat across the water's surface. It was incredible, the speed that such a seemingly poor quality boat could acheieve, but in actuality, the dinghy was something of his father's creation; and while the wooden structure seemed unstable, it was more secure than most boats. "Watch your head," the chuunin announced as he pulled the handle of the rutter, releasing the sail's ropes in the same moment. In one fell swoop, the front sail loosened, allowing the main sail to swing from one side of the boat to the other, passing over the head of Shiroji and his new comrade. As it reached the other side, the flapping canvas caught hold of wind and regained its push, successfully completing a tack. Shiroji then tied the ropes once more to efficiently hold the sail in place.

Handing the rutter to the small genin, Shiroji made his way to the bow of the small boat, standing against its railing to get a full view of the "road" ahead. Lifting the bent form of his hand to his brow, he blocked the overpowering light of the sun, just enough to see the island ahead. Black sand shores quickly trascended in a jungle-like domain, ungodly plants provided a lush green veil over the island, making it hard to decipher any form civilization. And after a few more minutes of travel, the dinghy ran parallel to the island, revealing several warriors who lurked in the shadows.

"I come as a representative of Kirigakure... I wish to speak with your leader," the kaguya declared, cupping his hands around his mouth to better convey the message. Their response, was not at all what he had hoped for. And in an instant, the warriors had nocked their bows, releasing a barrage of arrows upon the small craft. 'Shit' he thought, quickly shifting his hands to the sheath and hilt of his katana. He delayed his draw, timing the arrows to the very last second as they headed for the bow of the boat. There were approximately ten arrows total, vaulting towards him at a high arch, the sun was not in his favor. But at the last second, he caught glimpse of the projectiles as they dipped below the veil of light and his blade unsheathed in a flash. In one slash, the katana dismembered the ten arrows, casting their broken pieces into the waters below.

He glanced back to the shore, only to see the tribal warriors duck back into the jungle, and it appeared the two shinobi had been spared—for now. "Let's dock here, steer us towards the beach," Shiroji explained, maintaining his position at the bow of the boat. As soon as the vessel hit land, he leaped from its surface, landing on top of the water with the use of some chakra. He pulled the boat quickly ashore, dragging it up until the beached reached the jungle to avoid the currents of water taking their transport while they were gone.

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天の下の最強 ————

^{"Now this is how it is, we try to handle biz, and make moves in this land where the power lives. Where they devour kids and acts of cowardice rule from a tool of violence and a shrouded bliss. I try to release my malice, and develop my inner peace in a place so callous. Maybe I'll go to Angle or other Gold Coast and blow smoke with the old folks cause they know most"}

It was fallacy to assume he'd overlooked the sudden creation of a white construct just moments before the senbon was destined to collide with his target. However, he had never seen anything like it, and having no time to gather information on the source of the defense: he assumed it to originate from the woman. Nonetheless, he pressed on as planned, disarming the large opponent before a sudden kink found its way into the shinobi's plan. With a large shield readily available to apprehend his sword strike, and a clearly unwounded target to his right, Shiroji found it out of necessity to alter his course.

Rather than the strike intended to follow-up his disarmament, another act of instinct took place, birthed from the decision of the zombie to raise his shield at the initial sheathing. This being more precise and untraceble than the attack of the woman who utilized an ivory material. With staggering speed, Shiroji lowered his stance, side stepping to right side of the zombie and then to his southern flank. The high speed movement kept him from the vision of both the ironclad soldier, who held a large shield in his forward vision, and his paper manipulating accomplice, who aimed blindly as she shot several paper shuriken from the fading fabrics of the explosion. Because of his quick movement, and the timing of his actions, Shiroji managed to easily avoid her attack: pivoting behind the large man towards his vulnerable backside.

Right hand curled around the hilt of his katana, the shinobi drew his blade, unleashing a lethal attack along the backside of his larger enemy. The first blur of steel shot forth towards the back of his neck, a succesful strike severing the thick flesh exposed between the pieces of metal that clung to his hulking frame. The second strike utilized the moment of the first, shifting from right to left, and in opposite direction of the former. An acheived blow would warrant the steel blade slashing through the lowest point of his spinal chord, exposed openly between the bits of metal that guarded his back and his legs. Even if the behemoth didn't fall, Shiroji would utilize the opportunity to attack the woman who also had her back turn. At this instant, the explosion had cleared and the failure of her attack became apparant to her.

Having slid his blade into the safe harbor of sheathe, he gripped the hilt of his katana by the digits of his right hand. Pivoting slightly, his feet pressed hard into the earth, propeling him quickly in the direction of the woman. Her parallel stance to the male walker had placed her a position of limited vision, though at the cries of her comrade, it was likely that the sound of his shouts would alert her. Nonetheless, Shiroji pressed on attempting to clear the five meter distance in a quick an efficient fashion, his sword eager to unleash its devastation.

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天の下の最強 ————

^{"Now this is how it is, we try to handle biz, and make moves in this land where the power lives. Where they devour kids and acts of cowardice rule from a tool of violence and a shrouded bliss. I try to release my malice, and develop my inner peace in a place so callous. Maybe I'll go to Angle or other Gold Coast and blow smoke with the old folks cause they know most"}

If it wasn't the subtle moan that qeued him in on his impending danger, it was likely the overwhelming facts about his company that brought him to a state of caution; bite marks at the neck, inhuman movement, and a powerful ignorance to reason. The eerieness of the situation was enough to send a shiver quivering down his spine, but to his luck, only one of these creatures appeared to be a threat. And that was, he presumed, the ironclad warrior who gripped tightly at the hilt of his longsword even in his disgruntled movements. The deranged forms pressed on through the harsh conditions stubbornly, as though it had no affect on their well being. Shiroji wondered what is was about them that gave him such a bad feeling, and while he usually avoided conflict, he felt compelled to act on his hunch.

Unveiled from the white folds of his coat, a sliver of steel would pierce through the muffled terrain, unhindered even by the layers of white parchment coiled around its frame. The senbon, well equipped with precision and explosive power, shot forth towards the two. It's aim intending to pierce the poorly dressed women in her mid section, however, if she reacted swiftly, time offered her a chance to evade the initial damage of the devastating projectile. Leaving her to face the troubles of the explosion that followed, fire plumed outwards in the same sense that a flower blossomed, ironically this bloom brought death. Unlike its life bringing counterpart.

"Well...That's your decision," the shinobi cooed, stepping from his boulder in the midst of the panic.

The intent of his initial attack was to gauge the strengths of his opponents in one go, basing their rating on the efficiency of their survival. But beyond trial, it held another purpose. This was to serve as a distraction for his movements to follow, which were difficult to comprehend in their own right being that he was formidable foe in the domain of Taijutsu. Darting forth swiftly, his legs tread gracefully, even through the tall grass of the meadow. This was partly due to experience, though a large portion of it was his honed balance and the lowered stance from which he ran.

This distance between Shiroji and his competitors was vanquished in an instant, the sheer speed of his movements allowing him to clear it efficiently. Beneath his cloak, the digits of his left hand coiled around the top of his sheathe, which now clung idly to his left side. His right hand, instead, gripped tightly upon the hilt of his katana Rōge. The explosion had just begun to clear by the time he had reached his first foe, heavily armored and delusional. A high speed unsheathing of his blade attempted to plant the base of his hilt into the wrist by which he held his long sword. This was meant to disarm the walker, leaving him weaponless as Shiroji fully unsheathed his blade. A silver flash occured, as his hand guided the lengthy katana across the throat of his adversary. The swift movement ended gracefully, as he shifted his grip on his sword and slid it back into it's sheath. The attack was likely to be a success, given that his concealed movements leading up to the strike were unpredictable, and that his opponent appeared to be ignorant to detail. The aftermath of his strike was followed up with a backwards push, capering a couple meters away to increase the distance once more. In this instant, he'd apprehend the reactions of his opponents and decide on a new course of attack.

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天の下の最強 ————

^{"Now this is how it is, we try to handle biz, and make moves in this land where the power lives. Where they devour kids and acts of cowardice rule from a tool of violence and a shrouded bliss. I try to release my malice, and develop my inner peace in a place so callous. Maybe I'll go to Angle or other Gold Coast and blow smoke with the old folks cause they know most"}

Beckoned forth from his midday slumber, his eyes pried open in response to the droplet that fell upon his cheek. He shuffled slightly from his prone position in the grass, shifting his upperbody further up the stone boulder into a sitting position. The shinobi couldn't help but to yawn, extending his arms outwards in a loud uproar, but this rejuvination was cut short by another drop, and so he directed his gaze to the barren sky above. A sea of gray, plagued with the angry torrents of the gods, which gradually began to increase, and that one droplet multiplied into many. Before long, rain fell hard.

But Shiroji chose not to drift far from his nest, opting to sit upon the boulder, tucking him away from the rain and beneath the branches of an old willow tree. His undergarments no longer lay exposed to the conditions, for in his transition from grass to stone, he had thrown his white coat over his shoulders and buttoned it at the neck. The temperature resistant cloth serving to keep him at a well regulated body temperature, even in the icy torrents of wind and rain. Bringing his knees to his chest, he tucked his head down, gazing forth slightly from beneath the edge of his bandana. The Hilt of his blade rose from folds of his coat, most likely resting between his legs.

To onlookers, it'd appear that the shinobi had drifted back into the realm of slumber; consumed by the dreams of REM. However, his sealed eyes relocated concentration to his ears; Shiroji listened intently to the sound of the rain. And moreso, the sound that suddenly broke that steady fall. Who approached him through the meadow, he wondered, and his eyes shot open. Cobalt pools darted to the source of these footsteps, unable to identify the dark mass that approached. The ivory digits of his right hand coiled around his sword in anticipation and he remained motionless to the bare eye. Movements concealed beneath the vail of his cloak, his left hand found comfort on his right side.

"Fond of the rain, my friend?" he mused, a subtle grin reaching the corners of his face.

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08 KAGUYA;1275[/font]

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ζʹ— Shikotsumyako (Calcium Compression); [625]
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Supplementary / Kaguya Nintaijutsu
Range: Self
Handseals: No.
Chakra: ---
Special:Highest rank determines the level of defense the Kaguya can create under their skin in the form of thin, compressed bone for the sake of defense. Damage reduction, while measured in the form a number, ultimately depends on the RP. Keep in mind the defense bonus only applies to attacks equal or lower to the highest rank known in this technique, and applies to single rank creations; stacked bonus damage attacks can bypass the bone with enough damage. Finally, because the bone within can be so strong, all non-weapon, hand to hand Taijutsu will receive a passive blunt damage bonus equal to the highest rank known in this technique. However, when this effect is applied, the user will ultimately lose speed.

Description: A Kaguya's most basic and innate skill, it allows them to alter the calcium composition of their entire bone structure to whatever density they see fit. Whether they harden a whole section of bone or just one individual piece doesn't matter; if the Kaguya wills it, one normal bone can become as tough as iron. This is the basis behind their bloodline skill and all their jutsu, and as they progress in skill and power, their bones become harder and stronger.
Domain: Kaguya.

ζʹ— Tsubaki no Mai (Dance of the Camellia); [50]
Rank: C.
Type: Offensive.
Range: See Special!
Handseals: No.
Chakra: Mid.
Special: The maximum length this sword can attain is two meters, and is as strong as steel. However, due to the fact that this very durable bone is also incredibly light, it is a virtually weightless construct.
Description: Tsubaki no Mai is the second of five dance forms. Using the Kaguya’s Corpsebone ability to manipulate their bone structure, the user will remove a long bone in the form of a sword from their shoulder. Because of the bloodline, the density of the bone can be increased many times so that it is as hard as steel. Using fluid and precise movements, they will then proceed to cut through any opponent within striking distance.
Domain: Kaguya. Requires c-ranked Calcium Suppression.

ζʹ— Yanagi no Mai (Dance of the Willows); [100]
Rank: B.
Type: Offensive.
Range: -
Handseals: No.
Chakra: x2 Mid.
Special: This grants the user the ability to strike multiple times in very rapid succession, essentially hitting their target (or multiple targets) in the time it would take to deliver a single blow. When first learned, this ability allows the user to strike twice (at roughly the same location) in the time it needed to deliver a single blow. Every time this ability is retrained, the user can increase the number of blows dealt by one, up to a maximum of five. It should be noted that this technique can be divided amongst enemies (equivalent to the amount of strikes the user can deliver), allowing them to deliver multiple blows seemingly all at once. This technique can only be used with one arm at any given time.
Description: The first of the five Kaguya dances. Using the abilities of their bloodline, the user will grow and extend a forearm bone through the palm of each hand to form a stabbing instrument. These staves extend up to great lengths (one meter), and are razor sharp. Using fluid and precise movements, they will then proceed to impale their opponents.
Domain: Kaguya. Requires b-ranked Calcium Suppression.

ζʹ— Karamatsu no Mai (Dance of the Larch); [100]
Rank: B.
Type: Offensive.
Range: See special!
Handseals: No.
Chakra: x2 Mid to cast, Mid to sustain.
Special: This allows the user to protrude bone-spikes from 75% of their body at any given time, effectively turning their entire body into both an offensive and defensive weapon. While the emergence of the bones aren't incredibly fast, they move quickly enough to catch someone if used at the proper time (i.e catching someone off guard). The maximum length these spikes can extend to are two feet away from the user's body. Unfortunately, the effects of Shikotsumyako are automatically forfeit while in this technique is active. This technique cannot produce bone-spikes in sensitive areas, such as the face, throat, groin, and armpits.
Description: Karamatsu no Mai is the third of five dance forms. After activating their special chakra that allows them free-flowing bone manipulation, the Kaguya will begin to extend multiple bones from their body, protruding almost instantly from their flesh and out his rib cage, radius and ulna. Because they are hard as steel, these bones can act as a strong defensive mechanism against incoming strikes. Due to this they will also serve as an offensive attack to allow the Kaguya to move with little effort to impale their opponents.
Domain: Kaguya. Requires b-ranked Calcium Suppression.

ζʹ— Teshi Sendan (Ten Finger Drilling Bullets); [100]
Rank: B.
Type: Offensive / Kaguya Nintaijutsu
Range: 15 meters.
Handseals: No.
Chakra: x2 Mid.
Special: These bullets move in a straight line (at two meters per second), just like your typical projectile. Furthermore, due to their composition-- being made of bone as strong as steel --and their spiraling nature, these projectiles have impressive penetration power. They can easily pass through most natural defenses one foot thick or less (wood, stone, earth, stone), and most armors (non-relic).
Description: The muscles in the Kaguya’s fingertips begin to contract, pushing the bone in the fingertip out through the surface of the skin. At the users will, the bones will fire off as drilling bullets. These bones are powerful tools, capable of penetrating almost any defense.
Domain: Kaguya. Requires b-ranked Calcium Suppression.

ζʹ— Tessenka no Ma (Dance of the Clematis); [150]
Rank: A
Type: Supplementary.
Range: -
Handseals: No.
Chakra: High.
Special: Due to calcium deficiency fluctuations, each subjutsu of this technique can only be used once (each) per thread, plus one each time re-trained. However, after every second retraining, consumption will go up by one.
Description: The fourth of the five dance forms. This dance begins to truly display the Kaguya's horrifying skill, their bones now hardening to insane levels. With this skill, the accelerated bone density allows the Kaguya to produce extremely deadly creations of bone from their very bodies, such as their spine, in order to eviscerate their enemy.
Domain: Kaguya. Requires a-ranked Calcium Compression.

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Rank: A.
Type: Offensive.
Range: 6 meters.
Handseals: No.
Chakra: High to cast.
Special: The full length of the whip is roughly six meters, and is notched with jagged and sharp bone fragments (four inches long) which can lacerate and severe appendages. This technique can be retrained once to add an extra a-rank worth damage. This technique can only be used once per thread.
Description: After accelerating their bone growth, the Kaguya will proceed to pull out their own spinal column to use as a flexible chain staff, regrowing a new spine to replace the removed one. The protrusions on the vertebrae are modified to make them stronger and sharper, thus resulting in a deadly, effective whip.
Domain: Kaguya; Tessenka no Mai.
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09 KENJUTSU;2,550[/font]

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ζʹ— Tatsujin-ken Sōgiri; [01]

Due to their dedication to the blade, the practitioners techniques cost 1 tier less of chakra to perform.

ζʹ— Battōjutsu (Art of the Drawing Sword); [625]

Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Defensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Special: Allows the swordsman to progress through the teachings of Battōjutsu.
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.

ζʹ— Dorokendageki (Draw and Strike); [25]

Rank: D (B)
Type: Offensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: Low
Special: Learning 'B' rank "Art of Sword Drawing" increases damage by one rank. Learning 'S' rank version increases damage rank once more.
Description: Commencing from any position, the practitioner draws, thrusts or slashes with the sharp edge of their blade and then quickly sheathes his blade. As they invest more time and practice into the art of offensive sheathing, their overall offensive rating shall increase, which allows their fundamental knowledge to stay relevant, even at the apex of their ability.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Battōjutsu 'D'.

ζʹ— Nibaigiri (Double Cut); [50]

Rank: C (B)
Type: Offensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: Mid
Special: Learning 'B' rank "Art of Sword Drawing" increases damage by one rank. Damage is calculated per strike.
Description: Commencing from any position, the practitioner proceeds to draw, cutting a fluid swath before using the same momentum to deliver a final slash, which leads to them sheathing once again. The movement is flashy and hard to trace, leaving unguarded opponent's in trouble.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Battōjutsu 'C'.

ζʹ— Sandangamaegiri (Triple Cut); [100]

Rank: B (A)
Type: Offensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: High
Special: Learning 'S' rank "Art of Sword Drawing" increases damage by one rank. Damage is calculated per strike. Can be used once per thread, plus one more each time retrained.
Description: Commencing from any position, the user unsheathes, slashes once and then continues on with their forward movement, which allows them to cut the opponent two more times while maintaining their momentum and footing. Regarded as an extremely flashy maneuver, it is also incredibly useful for offensive evasion, as the spinning motion of the user allows them to keep moving and avoid certain attacks.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Battōjutsu 'B'.

ζʹ— Marugiri (Circle Cut); [100]

Rank: B
Type: Offensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: High
Special: Learning 'S' rank "Art of Sword Drawing" increases damage by one rank. User performs a single spiral cut per use when first learned, plus one more each time retrained. Every third cut stacks an additional 'High' cost ontop of the attack.
Description: Commencing from a kneeling position, the practitioner draws, rises and spins in one fluid motion, forestalling opponents all around and then quickly sheathes. Rotating a full three hundred and sixty degrees, this cutting strike is useful for assaulting targets all around the user at once. Upon finishing the twisting cut, the user sheathes the weapon.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Battōjutsu 'B'.

ζʹ— Senkou Zuki (Flash Thrust); [150]

Rank: A
Type: Offensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: High x2.
Special: Can only be used once per thread, plus one more each time retrained.
Description: Using a vast amount of mental focus, the practitioner nearly-instantaneously draws, thrusts at an opponent and sheathes again, all in the blink of an eye. It is fabled that even the famed Sharingan has had trouble following a blade swung under such pretenses.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Battōjutsu 'A'.

ζʹ— Sanjuu Kenippen (Triple Blade Slice); [150]

Rank: A
Type: Offensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: High x2.
Special: Can only be used once per thread, plus one more each time retrained.
Description: Commencing from a kneeling position, the practitioner lunges towards one or many opponents, focusing his mind and skill on striking those before him. The user then draws, slashing from one side to the other, and spinning instantly through again for another cut, then a third and final spin to finish the opponent(s) off. The strikes are quick enough to believe one sees three blades slashing, not one and due to the erratic fashion of the technique, can be applied to multiple opponents or just one.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Battōjutsu 'A'.

ζʹ— Kagirinai Hagane Hitosashi (Endless Steel Dance); [300]

Rank: S
Type: Offensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: High x3.
Special: Can only be used once per thread.
Description: Commencing from a standing position, the practitioner gathers a vast amount of focus into their mind, prepared to end the lives of those before him. Then, once the user has unsheathed his blade and focused his chakra into his body, the user then lunges forward rapidly, initiating a sequence of up to ten rapid, but precise attacks. The user and his blade moves like a storm, flashing from one attack to the next relentlessly, the opponents being unable to trace one indistinguishable attack from the next. This is one of the ultimate attacks of Kenjutsu, and relies on complete focus in order to perform the blur of motion correctly. Thought of as the antithesis of 'Hitosashi Tenrai', the two techniques have been known to completely counteract eachother, leaving behind an amazing spectacle of sparks and sword clashes.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Battōjutsu 'S'. 'Sanjuu Kenippen (Triple Blade Slice)'.

ζʹ— Iaijutsu (Art of Mental Presence); [175]

Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Defensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Special: Allows the swordsman to progress through the teachings of Iaijutsu.
Description: A defensive nature of fighting, all Iaijutsu practitioners will tend to stand in closed positions, leaving little openings and making sure to make the least amount of wasted movement possible so as to remain solid like a rock. Once the swordsman has understood the basics of fortification, they move on to more complex defensive patterns.
Domain: Kenjutsu.

ζʹ— Kawasu (To Parry); [100]

Rank: D (B) - block 4 strikes per use
Type: Defensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: Low
Special: Learning 'B' rank "Art of Mental Presence." increases defense by one rank. Learning 'S' rank version increases damage rank once more. Stops up to 1 attack per strike, plus 1 more each time retrained, for a maximum of 4.
Description: Commencing from any position, the practitioner draws their sword and moves to deflect or simply block the strike, then resheathes. As the user becomes more proficient in Iaijutsu, more strikes can be defending against in a fluid movement, before they are overwhelmed by the attacks.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Iaijutsu 'D'.

ζʹ— Rasen Karasu-Zuki (Spiral Parry Thrust); [300]

Rank: C (B) - blocks 10 per use
Type: Defensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: Mid
Special: Learning 'B' rank "Art of Mental Presence." increases defense by one rank. Up to 5 projectiles can be parried per use, plus 1 more each time retrained up to a maximum of 10.
Description: Commencing from any position, the practitioner proceeds to unsheathe their blade and quickly strike down an incoming projectile, either slicing it in half or redirecting its path away from the user. Useful when faced with opponents that prefer to strike from a distance, as long as the user is able to spot the incoming threat in time. Once the user becomes more proficient at judging the distance, speed and direction of projectiles, they will be able to cut down even more projectiles in a fluid movement.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Iaijutsu 'C'.

ζʹ— Jitentate (Rotating Shield); [175]

Rank: D, C, B, A, S - blocks up to 35 per use
Type: Defensive / Supplementary / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: Low - High x2
Special: Up to 15 projectiles can be parried per use, plus 10 more for each rank above D obtained. The user may deflect incoming projectiles of the same rank as the user has obtained.
Description: Commencing from a standing position, the practitioner unsheathes their sword then rotates the hilt of their blade in a spiral motion, the result being a rapid rotation that easily deflects incoming projectiles, either slicing them in half or redirecting their path away from them user. Useful when faced with opponents that prefer to strike from a distance, as long as the user is able to spot the incoming threat in time.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Iaijutsu of the same rank. 'Rasen Karasu-Zuki'.

ζʹ— Busoukaijo (Disarmament); [100]

Rank: B
Type: Defensive / Supplementary / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: High
Special: Due to the high-speed nature of the counter, this can only be used once per thread, plus one more each time retrained.
Description: Commencing from any position, the practitioner strikes with the hilt or blade at the opponent's wrist, mid-strike or not, forcing them to drop any item or weapon they are holding, then the user sheathes. This method is used to prevent the user from becoming overwhelmed by a stronger foe, or to simply provide the opportunity for a successful follow-up attack.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Iaijutsu 'B'.

ζʹ— Tsuka Dageki (Hilt Blow); [200]

Rank: B - 1/2 post stun
Type: Offensive / Kenjutsu / Iaijutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: High
Special: Capable of stunning afflicted area for 1/4th of a post, plus 1/4 more each time retrained, for a max of three turns. Any blow to the head/spine will automatically result in paralysis over the entire body.
Description: A technique that is used by the holder of the weapon to suddenly launch the hilt of the blade outwards from any position. The main function of this attack grants the user the ability to use the blunt end of the hilt while it is still encased, and move it forward to suddenly strike the opponent. The attack is so quick, due to the method of movement, that it is a extremely difficult to predict technique, and usually ensures a hit if performed on a unsuspecting target.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Iaijutsu 'B'.


10 HACHIMONTONKOU;850[/font]

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ζʹ— [1] Kaimon (Gate of Opening); [50]

Rank: C.
Type: Supplementary.
Range: -
Chakra: Mid to activate and sustain.
Handseals: -
Special: Due to the intense flow of chakra released by opening this gate, the user is capable of immediately disrupting any and all genjutsu of d-rank and lower. This gate grants the user increased feats of strength, roughly x2 that of your average shinobi. Because of this increase in strength, a marginal increase in speed is also obtained (due to the muscles being able to generate more power). Upon deactivating this gate, the user will suffer a "fatigue" duration equivalent to the total time the gate's effects were active.
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.

ζʹ— [2] Kyuumon (Gate of Rest); [100]

Rank: B.
Type: Supplementary.
Range: -
Chakra: Mid to activate, x2 Mid to sustain.
Handseals: -
Special: Due to the intense flow of chakra released by opening this gate, the user is capable of immediately disrupting any and all genjutsu of c-rank and lower. This gate grants the user increased feats of strength, roughly x3 that of your average shinobi, and temporarily rejuvenates the body (1 High worth of chakra for the duration this gate is active). Because of this increase in strength, a marginal increase in speed is also obtained (due to the muscles being able to generate even more power). Upon deactivating this gate, the user will suffer a "fatigue" duration equivalent to the total time the gate's effects were active.
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 - Gate 1.

ζʹ— [3] Seimon (Gate of Life); [100]

Rank: B.
Type: Supplementary.
Range: -
Chakra: High to activate, x2 Mid to sustain.
Handseals: -
Special: Due to the intense flow of chakra released by opening this gate, the user is capable of immediately disrupting any and all genjutsu of c-rank and lower. This gate grants the user increased feats of strength and speed, roughly x4 that of your average shinobi. Upon deactivating this gate, the user will suffer a "fatigue" duration equivalent to the total time the gate's effects were active. During this fatigued period, the player will only be able to use taijutsu-based techniques of a-rank and below.
Description: Located within the spinal cord, the third gate, the Gate of Life, begins to prepare the body for extreme movement and muscle destruction. Enemies without refined dojutsu (any non-Uchiha or Hyuuga) have a very difficult time keeping up with the user's movements, as this gate gives off the appearance of simply vanishing and reappearing on a whim. However, the user's body is left intact for the most part, as this new level brings the user mostly benefits. A notable feature of this gate is that the user's skin suddenly begins to turn red.
Domain: Hachimon - Gate 2.

ζʹ— [4] Shoumon (Gate of Wound); [150]

Rank: A.
Type: Supplementary.
Range: -
Chakra: High to activate, x2 Mid to sustain.
Handseals: -
Special: Due to the intense flow of chakra released by opening this gate, the user is capable of immediately disrupting any and all genjutsu of b-rank and lower. This gate grants the user increased feats of strength and speed, roughly x5 that of your average shinobi. Upon deactivating this gate, the user will suffer a "fatigue" duration equivalent to the total time the gate's effects were active. During this fatigued period, the player will only be able to use taijutsu-based techniques of b-rank and below.
Description: Located within the spinal cord, the fourth gate, the Gate of Wound, further's the body's destructive potential, evident by a more intense shade of red taking the user over, as well as a powerful aura that flows all around them. With this gate in effect, enemies without a refined dojutsu (any non-Uchiha or Hyuuga) have an extremely difficult time comprehending the user's movements; they're barely able to make out a blur. Furthermore, even those possessing the fabled Sharingan and Byakugan now have a high difficulty keeping track of actions executed at such a high speed. At this point, the user's muscles slowly begin to tear from use.
Domain: Hachimon - Gate 3.

ζʹ— [5] Tomon (Gate of Closing); [150]

Rank: A.
Type: Supplementary.
Range: -
Chakra: High to activate, x2 Mid to sustain.
Handseals: -
Special: Due to the intense flow of chakra released by opening this gate, the user is capable of immediately disrupting any and all genjutsu of b-rank and lower. This gate grants the user increased feats of strength and speed, roughly x6 that of your average shinobi. Upon deactivating this gate, the user will suffer a "fatigue" duration equivalent to the total time the gate's effects were active. During this fatigued period, the player will be unable to use any form of taijutsu. Once the fatigued period is finished, they will only be able to use c-ranked taijutsu and below for the remainder of the thread.
Description: Located within the abdomen, the fifth gate, the Gate of Closing, further's the body's destructive potential, evident by a more intense shade of red taking the user over, as well as a powerful aura that flows all around them. Typical shinobi simply cannot comprehend the user's movements past this point, and are often struck before they even realize what has happened. Those possessing the aforementioned dojutsu (Sharingan and Byakugan) can rarely catch a glimpse of the user's movements, though nothing more of a muddled blur and hardly coming in use for anything battle related. The environment itself takes a brutal beating from even the faintest of the user's movements, often causing massive explosions of dust and debris to spew in every which direction. This gate causes severe trauma to the user's body, as both their muscle tissue and skeletal structure are heavily damaged from the strain this gate causes.
Domain: Hachimon - Gate 4.

ζʹ— [6] Keimon (Gate of Joy); [300]

Rank: S.
Type: Supplementary.
Range: -
Chakra: x2 High to active, High to sustain.
Handseals: -
Special: Due to the intense flow of chakra released by opening this gate, the user is capable of immediately disrupting any and all genjutsu of a-rank and lower. This gate grants the user increased feats of strength and speed, roughly x7 that of your average shinobi. Upon deactivating this gate, the user will suffer a "fatigue" duration equivalent to the total time the gate's effects were active. During this fatigued period, the player will be unable to use any form of taijutsu. Once the fatigued period is finished, they will only be able to use d-ranked taijutsu and below for the remainder of the thread.
Description: Located within the 'stomach', the sixth gate, the Gate of Joy, further's the body's destructive potential, evident by a more intense shade of red taking the user over, as well as a powerful aura that flows all around them, causing any loose and malleable substances such as water to swirl and vortex around the user. At this point, visualizing the user (even with the aid of a dojutsu) is all but impossible while at full speeds. The user, quite literally, seems to simply vanish and appear where they wish. The free flowing chakra and life energy is almost a pleasurable feeling, the being of joyfulness. Unfortunately, the pain and damage caused to the user's body by this gate is quite extensive, nearly double that of the fifth gate.
Domain: Hachimon - Gate 5.



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ζʹ— Fuubaku Houjin (Exploding Seal Method Formation); [50]

Rank: C
Type: Supplementary.
Range: -
Handseals: 1.
Chakra: -
Special: This ability allows the user detonate his or her explosive notes, opposed to allowing them to be "timed" explosives. Without this technique, the user cannot automatically detonate their tags.
Description: Fuubaku Houjin is a Ninjutsu technique used by shinobi in conjunction with common explosive devices such as exploding notes. With this, the user can choose when their explosives detonate, opposed to being at the mercy of a countdown.
Domain: Universal Ninjutsu.



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ζʹ— Kaneau (Good Balance); [150]

Rank: C.
Type: Supplementary / Taijutsu
Range: Self.
Chakra: Low.
Special: This technique can only be used once per thread, and once more when it is retrained. Can be retrained 3 times.
Description: Kaneau is a Taijutsu technique that makes it easier for one to shift their own weight in an instant, providing them with good balance when they would land on one foot, no matter what they do or what kind of position they are in. This technique was developed by Taijutsu masters to give them good balance while they did the most ridiculous types of Taijutsu moves that would naturally leave them off balance.
Domain: Universal Taijutsu.

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[/color][/b] Taijutsu

Taijutsu Primaries are able to perform their art to higher degrees than most. Able to delve into a plethora of unique fighting stales, Taijutsu users are more compelling with their chakra than Ninjutsu/Genjutsu primaries but less concise; able to focus their energy to such a precise point that they could manifest unimaginable stength and power in their hits. A diverse class, able to hold their ground long or close due to their abundant prowess into their art.

✘ Secondary; Ninjutsu/Genjutsu

Ninjutsu/Genjutsu Secondaries, only lower to Nin/Gen Primaries, are able to perform their art to a higher degrees than most. Able to delve into a plethora of unique specialties, Ninjutsu and Genjutsu secondaries are more in tune with their chakra than the average person, but less than a primary user; able to focus their energy to such a precise point that it could manifest specific natures itself or craft the most realistic illusions. A diverse class, each able to hold their ground long or close due to their abundant prowess into their art.


✘ Elemental Release(s); Lightning

Lightning Release (雷遁, Raiton) is one of the five basic elemental nature transformation techniques that allows the user to generate lightning by increasing the high frequency vibrations of their chakra, allowing for piercing damage and fast movement. The electricity paralyses the target so that they are unable to move and leave them vulnerable to a finishing strike. While uncommon, lightning can be infused into bladed weapons in a way similar to Wind Release through chakra flow for increased the piercing power through vibrations, with the added effect of inducing numbness.[/ul]

02 PHYSICAL;

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ζʹ— Height; 6'0"
ζʹ— Weight; 160lbs
ζʹ— Skin Tone; Ivory
ζʹ— Eye Color; Saphire
ζʹ— Hair Color; Sterling
ζʹ— Accessories;

Intuitive and Reserved. An ivory mane falls from an upright crown and a gentle composure; worn unkempt, bangs contour to the left, brushed aside to keep sterling locks from deluding a azure gaze. Cobalt hues give an alluring affect, captivating the eyes of an opponent in their entrancing beauty. A subtle brow raises over the bridge of his nose, which extends to a small point. Thin red lips ensue the olfactory organ, descending into a rounded chin and the high ascent of his jawline. High cheek bones protrude slightly from his flesh, drawing attention to the hue of his eyes. Beyond his face, his body is that of a practical shinobi. Lean muscle scales every breadth of his lithe frame, healthy and untarnished, save for a scar running the length of his left brow.

Dressed in the rudimentary uniform of a shinobi, Genma proudly bears the kanji 'mugen'—for infinite—upon his back. This slim black shirt tucks into the ebony slacks of his village, thereafter covering the crest of his sandals. Each limb hangs free of fabric, allowing a greater sense of mobility in his movements. His form is canvased by an alabaster coat that ties at the neck with a small silver button, the curtains revealing a slight opening on his right side. This white anorak is temperature resistant, and serves to conceal his movements. A dark black bandana ties back his hair, the symbol is that of a white circle, one line extending from the top and bottom of the circle as if intersecting its midsection. Two white lightning bolt stripe the left side of his headband.

The shinobi wears his headband around his waist, tied off in a black cloth.


03 COGNITIVE;

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ζʹ— Demeanor; The Protector

A man characterized as gentle, caring, complex, highly intuitive, artistic and creative, he lives in a world of hidden meanings and possibilities. Externally, Shiroji places great importance on having things orderly and systematic, he focuses on the most effective methods and is constantly redefining his priorities. Internally, he operates intuitively, resorting to spontaneity in all that he does. Relying on intuition and instinct, he naturally picks up on things without much realization of why, able to understand the basis of something without knowing the greater detail or mechanics of it. Shiroji tends to be correct, and the confidence in his words is more than enough to back it. As a downfall in placing so much faith in intuition and instinct, this often conflict with his organizational skills, and he tends to be rather messy at times.

Shiroji has uncanny insight into people situations, getting "feelings" about things an intuitively understanding them. At times this may escalate to a phenomenon of a psychic nature, predicting that danger has crossed a loved one, but not the ability to pinpoint the details of such. In the same respect, he cannot understand his intuition on a level that can be vocalized. Consequentially, he is very protective of his inner-self and only shares what is necessary. Shiroji is a deeply complex individual and as a result is very private and typically difficult to understand, especially being a man of secrets. It is impossible to tell specifically what about him he holds back.

To the same effect, Shiroji is as genuinely warm as he is complex. Those who realize his special gift and depth of caring, are generally the closest of friends to the shinobi. He is a man concerned for the feelings of others, going out of his way to avoid hurting anyone. He strongly dislikes conflict, and has a hard time dealing with verbal encounters, however the normally peaceful shinobi can be driven to a state of anger. In some cases, the conflicts are internalized and result in ill health when under too much stress.

Having strong intuitive capabilities, Shiroji trusts himself above all, showing stubbornness and the tendency to ignore other's opinions. Never truly at peace, in part due to his perfectionist ideals, he is constantly finding a new project to improve himself and the world around him. He believes in constant growth, rather than basking in the glory of his accomplishments. This creates a very humbled demeanor, and he often plays down his achievements whenever he receives a compliment for his actions. Having strong ideals, Shiroji lives in accordance with what he believes is right, but on the other hand, he is in someways gentle and easy going. Conversely, he has high expectations of himself and his family, and overall he will not contradict his ideals.

Shiroji is a natural nurturer; patient, devoted and protective. He is loyal to those who earn his trust, and lives a life of high expectations. He is a perfectionist, though relies on his intuition to understand the world around him. Someone who typically avoids conflict, there are instances where violations of his strong ideals can push him to anger and engagement. For the most part, he is quiet and easy-going, though often misunderstood by his peers. While he is rather quiet and easy going, he is very passionate about his strong ideals, and will show a much fiercer side of him when fighting for what he believes in.

ζʹ— Sentiment; The Tranquil

Shiroji believes in a world founded on order, seeing that there must be a proper balance within our domain. While he has a greater sense of right and wrong, he believes that there must be evil in the world to balance with the good. He aligns himself neutrally, choosing to make decisions based on intuition rather than moral. This isn't to say that he will intentionally cause the suffering of others, but he also isn't likely to fight for a cause just because it is deemed as good. He commits to relative causes, with outcomes that will bring a greater balance to the world at large. At times he is willing to create conflict for the same purpose, stirring the pot only to counter an overflow of good within the world. While there is no way to achieve absolute good or evil in the world, he prefers to let neither have the upper hand. The gray area of a black and white world, so to speak.

Although friends are prioritized beneath his faith and his family, Shiroji still places a lot of importance in friendship. The shinobi seeks depth and authenticity in his close relationships, and especially values people who realize and respect him and his beliefs. Socially, he prefers to communicate with family, finding more comfort in the home than out of his nest. Because he is highly intuitive, he has little to no patience for anyone corrupt or dishonest, disliking their tactics and choosing not to be around these types of people. Whether he realizes it or not, Shiroji is relatively popular amongst his peers, but pays little notice to it because of the limited importance he places in popularity. However, he is valued among his close friends for his warmth and consideration, his new and interesting ways of looking at things, and for his ability to inspire and motivate others to be the best that they can be.

ζʹ— Purpose; The Harmony

Shiroji seeks a world in a state of balance, aligning fully with neither evil or good. Because of this, he does what he can to maintain the balance of good and evil, eradicating those who strive to force it to one side or the other of the spectrum. In the same respect, he aims to earn his stripes as a protectorate of life, helping where he can to bring the scale back to a centered position. Choices are made based on intuition, and because of this, his morals are loosely made and irregular. He is able to realize the importance of balance, without quite understanding the details of it, and has taken it upon himself to carry out the task. A key figure in the outcome of future events.


04 LEGACY;

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ζʹ— Prologue;

It isn't clear of his origins, his ancestry unknown. In fact, little can be remembered of how he came to be. But I, the boy's guardian and mentor, remember vaguely the details of his upcoming. Its been many years you see, since the harshest winter ever touched the lands of Kirigakure. I was just a young man at the time, a chuunin shinobi to the hidden village of mist. The winter that year came much faster and much harder than any of us could have anticipated, killing many of our comrades as a result of famine and disease. I had lost both my parents the year previous, a skirmish with Konohagakure shinobi had taken their lives. It was the anniversary of their death, and even with the furious winds that howled outside I ventured out into the formidable weather to visit their gravestone.

Houses rattled that day, some falling from the fabrics of their construct and leaving many injured; luckily only some were fatally harmed. Even in the darkness of it all, I managed to find light. A white area hidden in the thick black blanketing my times. Kneeling at the foot of my mothers gravestone, I leaned down, placing a blood red rose at the base. It was nearly impossible to see, amongst the raging waves of snow that plummeted down from the sky. But I remember, to this day, the howl that got my attention, and the sight that shortly followed.

A pack of wolves stood in the distance, their eyes picking me apart, and I could feel them licking their snaps at the thought of my flesh. But to my amazement, the sound of a baby crying broke our silent stand off. I struggled hard to make out the source of the cry, squinting my eyes as I watched the leader of the pack lift a bundle. Strangely enough, his fur was of the purest white I had seen, a rare occurrence in these parts, regardless of current conditions. He alone, broke off from his pack, carrying the tightly wrapped bundle between razor sharp teeth. Trotting up to me slowly, he placed a small infant at my feet. For several days, that blessed child did nothing more than cry, his swollen blue eyes told of the loss he felt.

I was in awe over such a miracle. The fact that the child had survived the winter thus far was a sign of the loving and caring nurture that the wolves had shown. It wasn't unlikely that the boy, my son, had been abandoned by his birth parents in the cold and left for dead. It had become quite common in the 'Great Winter' as this event had come to be known, famished families disposing their smallest children for their own survival. This god sent child, a ray of small light in the upcoming storm. He was what brought ambition back to my eyes, and rid me of my anguish.

His birth is estimated to be June 7th. I gave him my surname of Girochin, which means guillotine. However, his first name is of greater symbolism than you might realize; Shiroji, meaning white area. Destined to bring balance to the world.

ζʹ— Act I;

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