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''Vat? Cat got your tongue?"

I murmured in disgust, my elbows resting proudly on the counter. This boys silent treatment wasn't getting to me, it wasn't. I wasn't angry in the slightest, I didn't want to kill him. I didn't want to butcher him, oh no. That wasn't what I wanted. I don't need his attention, I don't need anybodies attention, not even my fathers. No.. especially not my father. ''Vhatever, zhen." I shrugged my shoulders lazily and stood up from my seat, the man infront of me scurrying about like a mouse in a maze. Did my little performance scare him?

''Oh, my. Vhy are you so.. hasty? Did somezhing scare you?"

Grinning disturbingly, I leaned further over the counter and took in a long whiff of the scent that emanated from the food. It didn't taste half bad, though it lacked that certain flavor that I enjoyed. Where was the misery? ''You know vhat? I'm not even hungry anymore. But extra for zhe young man here." I demanded as I sat myself back down in the chair, my body twisting towards his direction. He didn't seem like much, but he also didn't seem intimidated. Was he an undercover ninja? Or maybe a special operative?

''Hey, mouse boy. Vhy aren't you talking? You didn't look scared of me at all. I'm a big, bad soldier, aren't I--.. ah."

Glancing at the cuts that dotted around my arms, I couldn't help but laugh. Did this boy call my bluff off of such a small sign? No, maybe it was something else? Did I mess up? ''Do you zhink you know about me, boy? Do you think you've got me figured out?" Rising from my seat, I reached beside me and grasped my sheathed rapier, my fingers spinning it about skillfully as I approached him yet again.

''I'm much worse zhan a soldier, but don't you vorry. I'm not here to hurt you. All I vant is an answer to a question that has been gnawing at me all night.."

Licking my lips sleazily, I turned my head to the side and looked the chef up and down, his clearly frightened expression bringing a great degree of gratification to me. As I sat up on the counter and reached over, I gave him a gentle pat on the shoulder and tore him closer, my arm now casually draped around his neck to comfort him.

''Or maybe you can answer zhis? Vhy, oh vhy, do people like me exist? I mean, surely ozer people have noticed my nature, ja? But no, zhese questions I already know zhe answer to.. vhat I want to know is.."

Pinching his cheek mockingly, I slipped off of the counter and stood before the quiet boy, my body leaning over towards him as I studied his response, the murderous look on my face betraying what I was about to say. ''V--.. Vhy.. vhy von't anybody give me a hug and love me?" I spoke in a shaky tone, my lip quivering in time with my words. As I crumpled down on the seat beside the boy sadly, I pouted and glanced at the floor, faux tears streaming down my face. ''You are quieter zhan most, so I'm sure you can related. Did your fazher leave you, too?"

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Flying Parry
Rank: C, C, C, C
Type: Defensive / Specialized Taijutsu / Kendo
Range: Self
Stamina: Mid
Special: A technique in which the user applies their melee countering abilities to a ranged threat. By watching the trajectory in which it approaches and the velocity it travels at, the user deduces the proper form and amount of push to send the object hurling safely away from them. The user's 'Exquisite Counter' rank determines the distance they can possibly deflect, with the 'D' rank starting at 10 meters, and each extra rank adding 10 more. Deflecting moves in a straight line whereever the user aims, and retains the same speed it originally carried on its way to the user. Can deflect up to one (1) object, plus one more each time retrained.

Description: A practiced technique that allows the user to transfer what they know about blocking melee attacks on to deflecting away ranged ones. The tricky part comes with learning how to judge speed and angle but that comes with time. Eventually the user learns how to whip their sword about in a way that stops most things in the air from reaching them.
Domain: The Gentleman's Art, Exquisite Counter "C"


Dulling The Blade
Rank: B
Type: Offensive / Specialized Taijutsu / Kendo
Range: 0-5 Meters
Stamina: High
Special: A quick and forceful attack through one of various tool appendages. Such appendages are the hands, feet and neck. By targeting and striking these areas the user can effectively lower the targets ability to attack, defend and situate himself on the battlefield. The degree of damage they take is directly connected to the users highest known rank of Driving Thrust, plus this jutsu's base rank - i.e. 'D' doing cutting down their effectiveness by 20%, C rank by 40%, and so on. If one strikes the neck it doesn't kill the target it simply makes their ability to turn more difficult. Though this does not automatically guarantee a hit as RP determines everything, it increases the chances of it occurring greatly
Description: The best way to destroy an enemy is to strip them of their tools, that's one the aim of this technique is. By utilizing a quick, accurate and firm thrust into a ninjas appendage, they gain the ability to lower their overall effectiveness. Nothing hurts a ninjutsu master like having his hands pierced and that Taijutsu specialist won't have such a kick in his step when he's got a brand new foot hole.
Domain: The Gentleman's Art, Driving Thrust "B"

Stamina Reduction Mastery 1 for Fencing.

Shunpo (Flashing Light Steps)
Rank: D, D, D, D, D
Type: Supplementary / Taijutsu / High-Speed Movement
Range: 0 - 10 meters
Stamina: Low
Special: Shunpo is a high-speed movement in which the user travels in a linear fashion from one point to another. Usually facilitated with some sort of distraction (smoke bomb, explosion, or something of that nature to obscure one's vision), the user of the Shunpo can, in some cases, appear to have simply teleported from one location to another. The user can Shunpo once per thread, plus once more each time retrained. One cannot attack or perform techniques during Shunpo.
Description: Shunpo, a Taijutsu master's response to the Body Flicker Technique, relies solely on the user's ability to harness their inner ki and gain enough stamina to withstand the sudden strain imposed on one's legs. However, once properly trained, the Taijutsu Type will find their legs moving at speeds unknown to common man, to the point most would make the foolish mistake of assuming one is using Shunshin. However, unlike that chakra inspired run, Shunpo is pure stamina and movement skill, allowing for tighter, quicker, and more reactionary movements essential for someone that relies on movement. Although Shunpo itself moves in a single line, its many variations is what makes it so lethal.
Domain: Shunpo - Universal Taijutsu.

Shunpo-Tweh (Light Step Retreat)
Rank: B
Type: Passive / Taijutsu / High-Speed Movement
Range: Shunpo!
Stamina: --
Special: Gives the user the option to perform a Shunpo backwards.
Description: Although Shunpo is normally executed in a linear fashion, with enough training, the Taijutsu Master can learn to limit their forward travel speed in exchange for a near-instantaneous backwards move. This essentially allows rapid movement to retreat or create distance between user and opponent.
Domain: Shunpo - Universal Taijutsu.

YO, CALL ME JOHN CENA, CAUSE THIS NIGGA CAN'T SEE ME
I'LL BEAT AND MUTILATE YOU, THEN KICK IT LIKE CHUN LI

MY FLOW IS LEGENDARY, STRAIGHT UP BARBARIC
GOT MY CHEDDAR AND MY JEWELS, BITCH JUST CALL ME TARIC.

YOU THINK YOU CALLED ME OUT? BITCH, I'M THE BEST YOU'VE EVER SEEN.
SO WHY DEY PUT ME UP AGAINST DIS NO SPINE, NO FLOW NEVER-BEEN?

Driving Thrust
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Passive / Specialized Taijutsu / Kendo
Range: 0-5 meters
Stamina: N/A
Special: Allows the user to increase the accuracy and danger of their thrusting maneuvers, thus resulting in more 'critical hits' - this translates to bonus damage depending on the highest rank known of this jutsu. Made possible by continual work on form and offensive training, this makes up the base of the users attacking capabilities. Highest rank known determines technique strength at which these deadly piercing techniques take place.

D: +20% critical chance
C: +40%
B: +60%
A: +80%
S: +100%


Description: The basis of any real offensive game for a fencer, this technique determines their ability to thrust. Through long practice of form, strength and speed building as well as analysis of grip and striking mechanics, the user is able to generate much greater forces for their piercing attacks.
Domain: The Gentleman's Art

Elegant Barrage
Rank: C, C, C
Type: Offensive / Specialized Taijutsu / Kendo
Range: 0-5 Meters
Stamina: Mid
Special: A quick and steady stream of aimed attacks. By utilizing proper form and muscular agility, the user is able to let loose with a blinding volley of precision strikes. The user can initially perform two (2) quick attacks at once when first learned, plus one (1) more each time retrained. Keep in mind that if the first strike lands the rest almost always will, but subsequently, if the first misses, then most likely so will the rest as they are near-instant in terms of occurance time.
Description: One of the stand points of the Gentleman's Art is it's mastery of quick thrusting strikes. A hallmark of the style and possibly the most dangerous aspect, outside of counters. Such techniques allow the user to fit several attacks in the span of time another would only be able to make one.
Domain: The Gentleman's Art, Driving Thrust "C"

Fatal Flaw
Rank: S
Type: Offensive / Specialized Taijutsu / Kendo
Range: 0-5 Meters
Stamina: Massive
Special: By examining an object or persons body and utilizing the proper thrust technique, nothing can stand in the users way of destruction. Gathering all their force, they quickly push there thin piercing weapon forward in just the right spot. This combination of tremendous power and keen aim rips through anything in front of it. This S rank technique deals 1 S ranks worth of damage, every time re-learned it deals another S ranks worth of damage.
Description: The years of practicing thrusts and honing aim has finally paid off for the user. Developing a strong offensive tool to deal damage with, the user may now crash through any defense that attempts to stop it's forceful assault. With just one blinding push forward, most defenses and targets crumble.
Domain: The Gentleman's Art, Driving Thrust "S"

Exquisite Counter
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Passive / Specialized Taijutsu / Kendo
Range: 0-5 Meters
Stamina: N/A
Special: Allows the user to increase the accuracy and speed of his countering maneuvers. Made possible by continual work on form and reflexive training, this makes up the base of the users defensive capabilities. Each rank earned allows stronger, faster and much more game changing counter techniques to take place.

D: Whole Turn countering capabilities
C: 3/4 th of a Turn
B: Half a Turn
A: 1/4 [supth[/sup of a Turn
S: Near-Instant


Description: One of, if not the, most important aspect of fencing is that of the counter. It enables such a thin and some would say fragile blade stand up to all manner of horrendous offensive devices. Utilizing it's quick speed and maneuverable form to speedily snap attackers away from it.
Domain: The Gentleman's Art

Tap Away
Rank: D
Type: Defensive / Specialized Taijutsu / Kendo
Range: 0-5 Meters
Stamina: Low
Special: By utilizing their quick reflexes and slender blade, the user can speedily smack away any basic attack one rank lower than 'Exquisite Counter' and leave an opening to step in with a return of their own. Please keep in mind the deflection must be realistic, as it is impossible to redirect large, area covering objects or abstract concepts, such a meteors, giant monsters, streams of fire, lightning bolts, love, emotions, the meaning of life, sexuality, etc.
Description: The most basic of all deflection techniques, a simple smacking away with a bit of force. Made possible by a combination of a strong wrist movement, firm grip and the design of a slender sword. When confronted with a basic level attack, the user watches the direction it's coming and simply taps it a bit to send it of course. Once moved, this leaves an immediate opening for the user to strike with their own technique.
Domain: The Gentleman's Art, Exquisite Counter "D"

Flying Parry
Rank: C, C, C, C
Type: Defensive / Specialized Taijutsu / Kendo
Range: Self
Stamina: Mid
Special: A technique in which the user applies their melee countering abilities to a ranged threat. By watching the trajectory in which it approaches and the velocity it travels at, the user deduces the proper form and amount of push to send the object hurling safely away from them. The user's 'Exquisite Counter' rank determines the distance they can possibly deflect, with the 'D' rank starting at 10 meters, and each extra rank adding 10 more. Deflecting moves in a straight line whereever the user aims, and retains the same speed it originally carried on its way to the user. Can deflect up to one (1) object, plus one more each time retrained.

Description: A practiced technique that allows the user to transfer what they know about blocking melee attacks on to deflecting away ranged ones. The tricky part comes with learning how to judge speed and angle but that comes with time. Eventually the user learns how to whip their sword about in a way that stops most things in the air from reaching them.
Domain: The Gentleman's Art, Exquisite Counter "C"


Dulling The Blade
Rank: B
Type: Offensive / Specialized Taijutsu / Kendo
Range: 0-5 Meters
Stamina: High
Special: A quick and forceful attack through one of various tool appendages. Such appendages are the hands, feet and neck. By targeting and striking these areas the user can effectively lower the targets ability to attack, defend and situate himself on the battlefield. The degree of damage they take is directly connected to the users highest known rank of Driving Thrust, plus this jutsu's base rank - i.e. 'D' doing cutting down their effectiveness by 20%, C rank by 40%, and so on. If one strikes the neck it doesn't kill the target it simply makes their ability to turn more difficult. Though this does not automatically guarantee a hit as RP determines everything, it increases the chances of it occurring greatly
Description: The best way to destroy an enemy is to strip them of their tools, that's one the aim of this technique is. By utilizing a quick, accurate and firm thrust into a ninjas appendage, they gain the ability to lower their overall effectiveness. Nothing hurts a ninjutsu master like having his hands pierced and that Taijutsu specialist won't have such a kick in his step when he's got a brand new foot hole.
Domain: The Gentleman's Art, Driving Thrust "B"

Swiftness 1. Stamina Reduction 1.

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Shunpo (Flashing Light Steps)
Rank: D, D, D, D, D
Type: Supplementary / Taijutsu / High-Speed Movement
Range: 0 - 10 meters
Stamina: Low
Special: Shunpo is a high-speed movement in which the user travels in a linear fashion from one point to another. Usually facilitated with some sort of distraction (smoke bomb, explosion, or something of that nature to obscure one's vision), the user of the Shunpo can, in some cases, appear to have simply teleported from one location to another. The user can Shunpo once per thread, plus once more each time retrained. One cannot attack or perform techniques during Shunpo.
Description: Shunpo, a Taijutsu master's response to the Body Flicker Technique, relies solely on the user's ability to harness their inner ki and gain enough stamina to withstand the sudden strain imposed on one's legs. However, once properly trained, the Taijutsu Type will find their legs moving at speeds unknown to common man, to the point most would make the foolish mistake of assuming one is using Shunshin. However, unlike that chakra inspired run, Shunpo is pure stamina and movement skill, allowing for tighter, quicker, and more reactionary movements essential for someone that relies on movement. Although Shunpo itself moves in a single line, its many variations is what makes it so lethal.
Domain: Shunpo - Universal Taijutsu.

Shunpo-Tweh (Light Step Retreat)
Rank: B
Type: Passive / Taijutsu / High-Speed Movement
Range: Shunpo!
Stamina: --
Special: Gives the user the option to perform a Shunpo backwards.
Description: Although Shunpo is normally executed in a linear fashion, with enough training, the Taijutsu Master can learn to limit their forward travel speed in exchange for a near-instantaneous backwards move. This essentially allows rapid movement to retreat or create distance between user and opponent.
Domain: Shunpo - Universal Taijutsu.

I bet even Shane can tell a better sex story than Tenkai.

People don't understand the balance here.

Non-Ninja get their ranks from EXP, but EXP is harder to come by.

Ninja get their ranks from events, but can load up on EXP easier by having easier access to missions and the like.

That's the balance.

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