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Not sure if I am teaming up with Grass yet so I will post it as a solo entry

This was where his journey would begin. The morning sun peaked its way through the clouds above as Satomi could notice a large golden-yellow ship docked in the harbour. This would be his ticket to the chuunin exams, his escort to Iwagakure where the exams were being held. He'd been full of mixed emotions this morning when he made his way out of his village, Kumogakure. A small party awaited him once he had left the village, made of close friends and well-wishers, which made his feel much more relaxed about his destination. It had been a hard couple of years for Kumogakure and it was just starting to find its feet again after the new ruling Raikage. There had not been many opportunities for Kumo as of late, but the Raikage thought it would be important to at least have a showing at the exams this year, as to demonstrate the new generation coming through the village.

Satomi stepped onto a thick wooden plank which connected the boat to the dock. There, waiting by himself, was a man who he presumed to be an official in charge of his travels. Official would definitively be a way to describe the man to a tee. Through his cheery smile Satomi could see that he was a true professional and took his job with the utmost integrity. From here on out Satomi had to make an impression on everyone he meet. He had to be the spokesperson for the event that Kumogakure truly needed. The man asked for the typical information needed for his entry on the boat, however he seemed to know everything he needed about Satomi already, with a creepy amount of intuitiveness. Satomi handed over the piece of paper with his information on it while the official looked over it over intensely.

Name: Kaguya, Satomi
Village: Kumogakure no Sato
Team: Cloud
Number of Teammates: 1 / 2 [?]

After reviewing the information the official smiled at Satomi and spoke in a polite manner, offering him what seemed to be an official greeting. Asking if Satomi had any questions to ask he could only think of one. One that was trivial to most but something that none-the-less he needed to ask the man.

Hmm..are we able to smoke on here?

Once again offering him a smile, the official nodded intently to Satomi's relief as he guided him onto the ship. From here he would travel to Iwagakure, and Bakudon Gai. He had never ventured through this region and the excitement started to build in the young genin. As the possibilities of the destination wavered through his mind he sat in a seat, smoking a cigarette, contemplating about what was to come. He knew he was ready to be a chuunin and it was time for him to be able to prove himself. This journey would be long and far reaching so Satomi decided to catch some sleep before he got to his destination. He had not really received much shut-eye last night for obvious reasons.

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He had finally arrived at his destination, Iwagakure. The official lead him off the ship and through a secret passage-way which was shadowed by large boulder-sized rocks either side, channeling the two men. Through the rocks the air was hot and wet as Satomi flicked the back of his hand over his forehead and made his way, following the man in front of him with full attention. The passage-way curved its way to what seemed to resemble an entrance, one with no hinges or door to it. Making his way through the doorway the feeling of heat and thick air was replaced with a cool and perfect breeze, like something formulated by the perfect fuuton jutsu. Closing his eye's ever slightly Satomi took in a deep breath inhaling the fresh crisp air around. When he reopened his eye's he was faced with many sets of eye's staring back at him, some with curiosity, and others with suspicious intent. These would be his opponents, all from different parts of the globe, all wanting what he wanted. To say the least the whole situation was a little daunting, but Satomi would never show it. His facial expression was as clear and dull as possible. He would not show a single slice of emotion, he would not give anything away for free.

He and the rest of the participants were bunched into groups by the proctors and told to follow them. They would be making their way to the Chuunin Exams Conference Room which lay in the middle of Bakudon Gai. Walking by himself nervously he looked around at his competition. Many looked strong and individualistic, each expressing their power and village in a unique visage of visuals. From this someone could deduct many things about their personal identity, anything that could give a upper-hand in gaining insight to their subjective image. Out of the corner of his eye, Satomi noticed a tall golden tower surrounded by the tall trees which was covered by a large metallic gate. It stood out and seemed to have prestigious standing in the village and area. Allowing curiosity to take control Satomi wondered what could be inside as he keep walking, making his way to the Conference Room. He felt like a tourist.

Once at his destination the true nerves started to kick in. He had put in a lot of hours into both the mental and physical sides of the exams. He had received help from previous participants from Kumogakure, but they made sure to tell him to expect the unexpected as the exams always changed in some way to that of previous years. Peering around subtly he noticed couches and chairs scattered around the room on top a white tile floor. The floor itself was dirty and he wondered if this was the nature of Iwagakure, known as a rocky and dusty nation Satomi pondered about their unique customs and rituals and wondered if it was much different to that of Kumogakure. This would be where Satomi would wait to be called into the first round of the chuunin exams. It was pretty dark with only a select few torches lining the walls for illumination and flickers of light. Perhaps this was a tactic in order to scare the participants? Either way Satomi was not phased. He could see some participants chatting and laughing while others sat in solitude seemingly lost in thought. Sitting back in his chair Satomi relaxed, it wasn't his style to stress. He already knew what he had to know...hopefully.

I am interesting in entering the chuunin exams for Team Kumo. Is there anyone else who would like to join and form a team? All with Espada's permission of course.

Chakura no Iko (Chakra Strength Gathering) (-325)
Rank: [D, C B, A, S]
Type: Supplementary / Medical Arts / Nintaijutsu
Range: Self
Chakra/Stamina: Mid - Very High
Special: Serves as a base for all Medic-Strength techniques by boosting Souin with power equal to highest rank known. Highest rank known also determines the amount of time needed for Souin users to momentarily gather their strength and energy before unleashing the powered-up strike.
D: Whole turn
C: 3/4th of a turn
B: Half a turn
A: 1/4th of a turn
S: Near-Instant

Description: The basic behind the Chakra Strength lies in gathering one's chakra at a fine point in their body while performing quick, volatile movements so that their strength is enhanced. By molding their chakra at the desired appendage, it glows a unique color, representing the presence of Chakra Strength. Users of this style should not be taken lightly.
Domain: Souin.

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Yuuen Shougeki (Grand Impact) (-100)
Rank: C, C
Type: Defensive / Medical Arts / Nintaijutsu
Range: Self
Chakra/Stamina: Mid
Special: Creates a shock wave centered around the user which can push back most things within its radius, much like a very powerful blast of wind. Deflects projectiles one rank less than the user's highest known 'Chakra no Ikou' rank. Shockwave extends half a meter away from the user in all directions, plus half a meter more each time retrained.
Description:This is a simple technique, in which the practitioner of Souin smashes their hands (or even feet--any appendages) together infused with chakra. Upon impact, the force between both blows creates a spherical shock wave which rockets out from the user.
Domain: Souin. Chakura no Ikou 'C'.

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Oukashou (Cherry Blossom Collision) (-50)
Rank: [D, C], B, A, S
Type: Offensive / Medical Arts / Nintaijutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra/Stamina: High
Special: Can destroy barriers equal or lower to the highest rank known. Bonus damage of strike depends on highest rank of 'Chakura no Iko' known.
Description: Basic yet lethal, an immense amount of chakra is kneaded inside the body, and a moment later all of it it is gathered into the fist. That chakra is then released into the target, which does a great amount of damage. With the damage done dependent on the amount of chakra used, it is also possible for a skilled shinobi to amass it in their fingertip. When the ground is hit it is pulverized into minute pieces by the excess shock, which are then scattered like flower petals, giving rise to the name "Cherry Blossom Impact".
Domain: Souin. Chakura no Iko.

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Kongouriki (Golden Thunder Power) (-50)
Rank: [D, C], B, A, S
Type: Offensive / Medical Arts / Nintaijutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra/Stamina: High
Special: Sends the victim flying if struck. Bonus damage of strike depends on highest rank of 'Chakura no Iko' known. Highest rank known determines distance of knock-back factor, as well as the change of breaking a victim's bone where they were struck.

D: 5 meter knock-back // 20% breakability
C: 10 meter knock-back // 40% breakability
B: 15 meter knock-back // 60% breakability
A: 20 meter knock-back // 80% breakability
S: 25 meter knock-back // 99.9% breakability

Description: The Golden Thunder Power comes in the form of any powered up punch or kick with enough chakra behind it to send the victim behind the strike flying. Such a strike often results in added injury from the forced flight, as well as the strike itself.
Domain: Souin. Chakura no Iko.

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Kawarimi no Jutsu (Body Replacement Technique) (-10)
Rank: E, E, E
Type: Supplementary / Ninjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Special: Switch is near-instantaneous. When first learned, Kawarimi can only be used once per thread, plus one more each time retrained. Can only be used once per turn, regardless of retraining.. Requires the user to switch with objects equal or smaller in size; cannot switch with other living people or animals.
Description: This jutsu lets the user quickly switch places with another nearby object, such as a plant (normally a section of a log), an animal, or even another person within reach, the moment an attack hits. This creates an optical illusion, making the enemy think the attack was successful. The user can then use this confusion to escape or launch a counter-attack - i.e. exploding tags can be attached to the replacement for an added surprise.
Domain: Academy Student Ninjutsu.

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Karamatsu no Mai (Dance of the Larch) (-100)
Rank: B
Type: Offensive / Special Bloodline Technique / Nintaijutsu
Range: 0 - 10 meters
Chakra/Stamina: Mid - High
Special: When first learned, up to 5 bone staves may be formed at once, plus 1 more each time re-trained, for a maximum of 20 staves.
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. A horrific creation indeed.
Domain: Kaguya. Must know 'B' ranked Calcium Compression.

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Oto Bunshin no Jutsu (Sound Clone Technique) (-50)
Rank: C
Type: Offensive / Ototon Ninjutsu
Range: See special!
Chakra: Mid
Special: Clone speed matches that of the user, and can go anywhere the user can, but dissipate once the user leaves the thread in which they were made. When defeated, Sound Clones explode in a wave of destructive sound waves, vibrating everything on a molecular level and causing much destruction across 5 meters. Up to one clone can be made at a time, plus one more each time retrained.
Description: With this technique, the Ototon user is able to call upon aid from a perfect copy of themselves. Comprised purely of elementally recomposed sound chakra, this clone retains the user's movement speed and can share linked mental judgement. Best of all, due to its flowing essence, many solid physical attacks pass through the clone, the sound waves vibrating whatever it is that struck. Finally, when defeated, the clone explodes, releasing a blast of sound waves so strong that any caught in the blast will be dazed, sickened, off-balance, and heavily damaged on a molecular level due to the intense vibrations.
Domain: Ototon. Ototon Ryouuken ' C'.

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Seichuu no Jutsu (Control Technique) (-100)
Rank: , A
Type: Supplementary / Medical Ninjutsu
Range: Self
Chakra: High - Very High
Special: Allows the user to control their body through sheer chakra force, even if the body's nerves would normally be paralyzed or incapable of working. The technique may only be used on oneself at B Rank and on other people at A Rank. However, it can only be used on other people in a scenario where they already have no control over their body. Technique drains a C Rank amount of chakra per turn while active.
Description: A medical Ninjutsu that will allow the user to fight even if the opponent is skilled in the use of poisons, toxins, or electricity that disallow movement. By sending a large amount of chakra into the effected area, the user simply controls their body by the chakra and not by the nervous system.
Domain: Medical

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He had successfully beaten all five of the wolves but he had not come out of it unscathed. As he lay on top of the last wolf he had just killed exhausted and writhing in pain three guards came out into the arena. Satomi himself could not move his left arm so he couldn't perform any handseals to heal himself, he needed help from the guards in order to do so. The blood was now gushing at an expected pace, fast and fluid. He rolled over onto the ground now on his back. He could see the three guards now all over his body as if three globes placed in the sky above. If they could just help him to recover movement in his left arm then he could help himself. He still had reserves of chakra left from the battle.

Are any of you medical ninja? I my-self am b-ut I nee-d help to re-cove-r move-ment in my lef-t arm. Then I ca-n heal myself...go-t it?

His words were trailing he could feel the heat of the wound take over. He would soon reach a sort of fever and the wound would need to be healed soon. Luckly, although not a medical ninja one of the guards new basic medical practice and started to form handseals of his own. Suddenly a green hue came across his hands as he placed it over Satomi's wound. Like a gush of cold water streaming over a hot roof Satomi writhed in pain. The wound was complicated and layered, he wouldn't be able to heal it completely but hopefully he could do enough for movement. As the bleeding stops the skin around it started to close in. The fatigue had now gone as his body focused on one area only. As the man sat up he explained that that was as far as he could go with the technique.

Satomi could now sit upward and had slight movement in his arm and hand. He could perform handseals but to a much slower and sloppier degree. He was at no time rush, all he had to do was make sure they were the correct signs and channel his chakra properly. He was a medical ninja, chakra control was second nature to him. He could do this! Forming his seals slowly, one after the other, he would channel his chakra into the wound on his shoulder, using a larger amount than he had hoped for. In'yu Shōmetsu would allow him to internal channel medical chakra to his wound and heal it rapidly. The wound was not fatal but he would have to use some amount of chakra to get back to full movement. The flesh of the wound rapidly started to heal as the skin closed over as if nothing ever happened. A cool feeling circulated his body as he felt refreshed. It was technique meant for anticipation in battle, but it various uses.

Hoping to his feet he thanked the men for their help. He was soaked in blood and just wanted to leave. During the fight he felt so go and full of adrenaline, but now he just wanted to leave. He had caused such a mess. Walking out the gates he made his way home. He couldn't go to the mission compound looking the way he did. Thankfully the arena was close to his house. Walking and rotating his left arm to see if everything was in order he made his way home. What a day!

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In'yu Shōmetsu (Yin Healing Wound Destruction)
Rank: [D, C,] B, A, S
Type: Defensive / Medical Ninjutsu
Range: Self
Special: By anticipating damage, the user is capable of filling an area with healing chakra before taking a hit. Therefore, when the strike does occur, healing is already occurring before damage is taken. This allows for almost instant-healing of wounds. The larger and more complex the wound is, however, the more chakra is needed to heal it. User employs highest 'Shosen' rank in order to heal.
Description: Filling an area with Shosen-style chakra before taking damage, the user is capable of anticipating an assault and thus begin the healing process for a wound before actually receiving it. When the wound finally does occur, the advanced healing process rapidly regenerates the flesh of the wounded area, healing it before the eyes of the user and the opponent.
Domain: Medical. Shosen of the same rank.

Argghh..!

The dull ache of his wound enveloped his body but he had no time to think about it. The floor below the pairing was covered in blood partaken from both parties. As the wolves scrambled to get to their feet Satomi launched himself forward impaling the wolf which originally came from his right in through its neck and up into its skull. It was now a dead corpse onto of the alive wolf as it frantically sensed its own impeding danger. As Satomi went to launch his forearm bone through the other wolf something caught the side of his eye. Most likely smelling the blood which seeped from Satomi's wound the other two wolves pounced into action each taking their respective routes to his location. Shit he would be open to attack as he now had to deal with three wolves! how would he combat the situation, his brain started to roll over in thought, but the ever present ache of his wound pounded its way into his brain.

As the wolf struggled to gain its feet underneath the dead wolf which lay on top of it Satomi started to form handseals as he pushed his arms upward. The wolf below him was already wounded from when he grabbed it on its initial strike as a ring of blood soaked fur was ever present around its thick neck. The strike was not fatal in anyway and these wolves meant business. He had to deal with the wolf before it clawed its way out as it was closest to his position. If he tried to rid the other two wolves which were charging at him then he would leave himself open for an attack from below. Which ever way he saw it he was going to sustain a strike of sorts but he had to calculate which would be the most beneficial for him. He was a medical ninja after all and deduction of wound prevarication was something that was second nature to him.

The two wolves that charged came in the same paths that the previous set took both angling themselves on his location and fast. He would finish his handseals soon which would more than surely finish off one of the wolves but he still had trouble with the other. Was he going to bet on them taking the route of movement that the two wolves took before him, surely not, they saw how that ended. Neither of them looked to take an aerial as both were low and staunch with their jaws locked to strike him. This would mean a distanced based technique would work perfectly but he didn't have enough range to take out both of them at a single time. With his chakra reserves depleting by the minute he had to decide his action. As his handseals came to a finish Satomi angled his body upward, his left arm and hand angling down towards the wolf that was now nearly out from underneath its cage and his right arm angled also to the left. He would take out the wolf charging to his left. But was it the right decision?!

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Yanagi no Mai (Dance of the Willows)
Rank: C
Type: Offensive / Special Bloodline Technique / Nintaijutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra/Stamina: Mid
Special: Due to fluidity of the dance, the user can strike many times at once - 2 strikes per stave per use, plus one more for each when retrained.
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, and are razor sharp. Using fluid and precise movements, they will then proceed to impale their opponents.
Domain: Kaguya. Must know 'C' ranked Calcium Compression.

Hone Tsume (Violent Claw)
Rank: D
Type: Offensive / Special Bloodline Technique / Nintaijutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra/Stamina: Low
Special: Up to 1 claw can be made, plus 1 more each time re-trained for each finger of each hand and foot.
Description: Using the power their blood has granted them, the Kaguya can cause their knuckles to push forward, outward from the hand and sharpening, working as a kind of claw-like weapon. This can also be done from the fingertips, allowing the bones within the finger to extend outward as opposed to the knuckle. Excellent for quick, slashing attacks.
Domain: Kaguya. Must know 'D' ranked Calcium Compression.

As the wiry plummeted towards the pack the wolves dug their heels backward, all seemed to flustered in the genuine urgency of the assault. Within an instant two of the wolves that were stationed near the back of the pack darted either side away from the trouble were as the three wolves closest didn't have time to react. The wolf on the left launched itself in the air to meet Satomi in an attempt to slow him down or fatally strike him, perhaps to give time for the others wolves to react. With its fangs bearing and saliva drooling down the corners of its mouth it came at Satomi with aggression and intent. A slight smirk ran across the side of Satomi's face as his motion perception picked up on the oncoming wolf. What was it thinking, a ma-tar for the group? either way it would bear no threat. The speed and grace that the Kaguya possessed would be too much for the poor wolf.

As it came into range Satomi powered his right arm through on the spin in anticipation for the wolf and its arrival. Paws out in front of it and fangs at the ready it didn't seem to know were it would place its attack for the speed of the Kaguya's rotation meant it was hard to get a visible fix on where to strike. The forearm bone which protruded through his right palm angled upward to the incoming wolf clawing its way through the underside of his body tearing through its flesh, muscle and even bone leaving a trail of blood on bone. A disheartening yelp from the wolf would then persist as its body fell limp to the ground below. Rotating to land on his feet Satomi spun towards the ground, a slight crackle in the earth were he would land. The wolf lay on the ground, body twitching and tongue out. With a single stab in the wolf's neck Satomi disabled it, the creature was dead now. But, he had to be sure. He didn't want any surprises in this battle.

Hmm...What a brave wolf. Seems as though he friends don't miss to him to though. Well, ha, they wont have to wait to miss him for very long. Here puss puss puss.

With one wolf down he searched out his other targets who were now more sparce on the battlefield. The his right arm and shoulder were now soaked with blood as the rotation had splattered the remains of the wolf over the right-side of his body. He truly looked like something to feared and deep down the wolves knew it, although they wouldn't show their distaste for his actions. They had now split into two as the first group were stationed on his right and the other on his left all close to the gate from which they came from. All seemed to bearing their teeth and gnarling at Satomi, they know meant business. Quickly looking at the guards which were stationed at the gate, their hazy figures half-in the shadow. It seemed as though they wanted to watch the spectacle, as if to know that it was heating up. An instinctive chill ran across Satomi's body, he could feel that they would charge him soon. Opening his body to face both groups he started to prep his next attack, his hands forming foreign signs.

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Yanagi no Mai (Dance of the Willows)
Rank: C
Type: Offensive / Special Bloodline Technique / Nintaijutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra/Stamina: Mid
Special: Due to fluidity of the dance, the user can strike many times at once - 2 strikes per stave per use, plus one more for each when retrained.
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, and are razor sharp. Using fluid and precise movements, they will then proceed to impale their opponents.
Domain: Kaguya. Must know 'C' ranked Calcium Compression.