Battle at the Katori Shrine! [O]
Sept 8, 2011 11:27:06 GMT -8
Post by luneth on Sept 8, 2011 11:27:06 GMT -8
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Upon arriving in Kumogakure, the Raikage had told Haru he’d be restricted from leaving the village gates during his first few weeks as a citizen. It was understandable, as he’d abandoned his previous village to get there; though, even if it wasn’t he doubted he’d have had the guts to question the masked, red-haired man. At any rate, he had patiently waited it out and the lengthy time period had finally passed; as a result, the young Hyūga could be seen strolling through the heavy, mountainous forests that enveloped the surrounding region.
He didn’t necessarily have a destination in mind as he made his way about, but simply followed the well-worn path that flowed throughout the rugged landscape. He’d notice a few signs, but for the most part freely navigated. Haru enjoyed the idea of being so deep within the nature of Kaminari no Kuni, and would unhurriedly stroll through the land while taking it all in. It was something he hadn’t been able to do on his way to Kumogakure, as he’d been solely focused on finding the village and sheltering himself from the constant thunderstorms.
The weather in the forest was a very satisfying, pleasant cool, and not as breezy as in the village; the young Genin had dressed accordingly — he was garbed in a slender, collared black jacket, slim black pants, and low-cut black nin-sandals. His katana was stretched along his back, a Kumogakure hitai-ate had been fastened to his left upper arm, and his otherwise colorless eyes were hidden behind light-gold contacts. The young Kumo-nin was in high spirits as he journeyed through the forest, and accordingly wore a very content, cheerful expression.
As he continued to make his way along the winding path, Haru would bother to notice markers pointing towards some type of shrine. Seeing as there wasn’t much else to do, the boy would decide to heed the notices and follow them. He’d arrive only minutes later, having trekked through various scattered and obscured pathways. What he found was a large structure that looked to be ancient; he’d curse at himself as he observed it, frustrated and angry at having not taken the time to read about such historic things in Kumogakure no Sato’s library.
Curiosity would overcome the young Genin as he chose to enter the building; though he wasn’t a fool, and would stay ever vigilant, not certain as to who or what could lie within. Upon stepping inside, he’d observe with a surprised expression. However old this place was, it was still very beautiful, in an ancient, antique kind of way; what particularly caught his attention was the statue and mirror at the center. He’d eye it and the people within thereafter; monks here and there, two ninja praying at the statue, and another two talking near a wooden bench.
“wh-what is this place??”