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    Valen Minamoto
    Valen Minamoto


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    Post by Valen Minamoto Sun Nov 27, 2022 8:05 am

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    Valen was decked out fully this morning as he waited at the gates of the village. He wore a black compression shirt with black pants and black boots. A black cloak with crimson lining covered him, the hood down and mask stored into its pocket. He did not need to be anonymous today. His long black hair went down under the cloak otherwise and at his hip hung his weapon. A katana, still stowed within it. The protective casing had a set of red circles all separated into three sections. A cap of gold was set upon the end of the sheath and a matching cap was on the pommel of the katana itself. The hilt was wrapped in black silk and the tsuba was an octofoil shape reminiscent of a flower. Upon his hands were his gloves, black and seemingly unremarkable beyond its exquisite craftsmanship. He eschewed a forehead protector in favor of the symbol of the village being embroidered upon the breast of his shirt, allowing him to quickly hide it by closing the cloak if it became necessary.

    At the moment though it hung open, displayed for all to see and the red eyed man scanned around awaiting the arrival of three individuals. Only one of which he already knew. Azrael, the man that he had accidentally melted out of his own entombment of ice when he himself had. Was another member of the Nightmare Brigade. Raika was a new genin that he knew nothing about and Kami was as well. All three were realistically too weak to handle these missions; however Valen was confident he could keep them safe if necessary. The fact of the matter was that more hands were needed. Experienced ones especially, so Valen had been asked to take some greener shinobi out on higher ranked missions to give them a taste of what they were like. To push them into the deep end early and see if they could cope and progress or if they would burn out and quit.

    Valen was willing of course, he was always willing to do any mission asked in the end. Especially if he got to fight during them. That was one of his favorite things to do, the blood rushing through the body at an increased pace due to the adrenaline of the fight. The possibility that you lose and die, or are forced to retreat. The thrill of victory and the knife's edge dance of combat that could always go different than you expected. It was his favorite sensation in the world. He had long since learned to temper that bloodlust, to unleash it only when necessary. Upon the murderers, rapists and other scum of the world for the Nightmare Brigade. Or for missions that made it necessary, for Kirigakure.

    As it stood a few such missions were on their docket today. Five to be precise, one was to eliminate a group of bandits that had made camp along the road, harassing travelers to and from the village. The second was to move northwest from that mission and eliminate a terrorist cell that was holded up in an abandoned manor. From there they were to travel north to the very outskirts of the village to find a group of missing nin that had come from the blood prison breakout years ago. Apparently they had been lowing low and ended up in the Land of Water. Currently they were gathering strength for something. Finally from there they would travel south, all the way to the shore where they were to search for a pirate ship hidden somewhere. The ship had been raiding the Bay of Kirigakure for a time, harassing and pillaging shipping. They were to sink the ship with all hands.

    From there they were to travel south, walking across the water, or perhaps commandeering the ship. To an Archipelago that had just appeared off the islands. Creating an interesting topic of discussion. They were to investigate and see to it that no threat was posed to the village.

    All in all, quite the busy day lay ahead of the group. Valen had four copies of the scroll, one for him and one each for each of the genin. They were tucked away safely within various pockets within his cloak and as each arrived he would toss one to each of them. He had seen pictures of the two he did not know, from their shinobi identification photo’s and Azrael he would recognize on sight.

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    • Coordination: A
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    Raika Ryuutei
    Raika Ryuutei
    Mist Special Jounin
    Mist Special Jounin


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    Post by Raika Ryuutei Sun Nov 27, 2022 11:41 am

    It seems that Raika Ryuutei is the first to show, although she similarly doesn't know who Valen is, other than what the she'd been informed of by the Ryuutei clan head. She told Raika that it was quite lucky to be given the opportunity to go on a series of missions with someone she called "Valen of the Burning Blade". The name held little significance for Raika, although she didn't know many people that well outside of the three Princesses. She'd been somewhat sheltered by the Ryuutei clan, who hadn't wanted much information about her to get out.

    She approached with her black hair down her back, her ripped top probably showing more skin than was really necessary, but it wasn't like Raika thought much about her clothing. Her tattered black cloak fastened around her shoulders with a belt wouldn't be getting in the way too much. Her fully wrapped left arm was a little odd, but not unheard of. Her leggings were heavily ripped all over, providing little protection or cover for her mostly bare legs, leading up to a pair of what might have once been a pair of pants, but which were now ripped apart above her mid-thigh. Her forearms and shins were covered in boiled leather for protection, at least, and the belt at her waist held a hip pouch on either side, allowing for quick and easy access to her tools with a third directly behind her back.

    "I heard we have some prey to hunt."

    Raika deftly catches the scroll tossed to her with her right hand, then opens the scroll and reads through several of the missions; it was going to be a very long hunt, but whereas most ninja might feel that the task was daunting, Raika instead licked her lips at the easy prey she was going to be consuming. She might even have a chance to bring out her lion summon for the first time since she signed it with the other Ryuutei clan members. Raika might have tossed the scroll aside after having read it, but instead she deftly stored it at the very bottom of her hip pouch on the right side, underneath some of her shuriken so it wouldn't get in the way.

    "Tasty.~"


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    Age: 18
    Gender: Female
    Rank: Special Jounin
    Village: Kirigakure
    Titles: Maneater of Kirigakure, Chainwhirler

    Experience:
    Total - 6000
    unused exp - 0

    Ryo:  395,400

    Stats:
    Strength: B
    Constitution: C (C++ with Nemean Cloak)
    Stamina: S
    Speed: B
    Coordination: B (B+ with Felis Bangle)
    Intelligence: D
    Perception: B

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    Kami Yurei
    Kami Yurei
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    Join date : 2022-11-17
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    Post by Kami Yurei Sun Nov 27, 2022 5:04 pm

    Kami Yurei was the third to show up out of everyone. Her long white hair flowed behind her, down to her waist, hands in her pocket. She just knows she had gotten a mission for a higher rank and despite the rank, she accepted and followed along. She didn't look too much into her teammates just because they weren't of significance to her.

    The woman approached, wearing a turtle neck compression top that was sleeveless, bandages on her right arm, a pouch on her hip and black shorts with fishnets under the shorts. She wore the regular sandals that all ninja's wore, with her headband on her right thigh. Her pouch included 50 sealing papers, ink, a pot and a kunai. On her back, she wore a shuriken, able to be thrown when needed. Her bright red eye's stared the other two down, disregarding the last thing Raika said. Kami didn't bother with introductions but if it was required, she would introduce herself upon request.

    Upon catching the scroll, Kami opened it up to reveal quite a few missions. Her eyes traveling across the page, reading each mission thoroughly. She sucked her teeth while being visually annoyed. She only knew of one mission, now assuming she had been shorted on information. Kami looked over to the two others, noting the taller one to be the leader and the woman to be her teammate. She seemed quite.... Exotic. Kami shook her head, feeling like she would not get along with her at all. The next thing was to wait for her other teammate, patiently yet excruciating.


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    Intelligence: C
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    Post by Azrael Sun Nov 27, 2022 7:25 pm

    The chiming of his bell earring would be heard before he was seen, dressed in all black the white haired male would join the others. His Kirigakure Hitai-ate fashioned into a belt, it's silver the only thing visible that was not black other than his hair and silver bell earring. Beneath his black jacket the Yurei Blood Ruby would sit it's chain around the man's neck. As always his face would be covered by his Rebreather, the demonic lipless smile painted across it that he could use for some of his Genjutsu. Azrael would easily size the others up, though he did not know all their abilities he had encountered them all before and got a fair estimate of their capabilities.

    The first two were highly physically though he had not seen their abilities first hand it was not hard to tell by looking at them. Valen Minamoto, a Nightmare like himself, though Azrael had not seen the man fight the fact that he carried a sword spoke for itself and it stood to reason why it was Valen leading this mission. Raika Ryuutei, he only met her the day before her beastial nature was obvious and her form spoke the same story as as Valen's sword. Then there was Kami Yurei, his recently discovered half-sister, while the power of her Akayurei paled in comparison with his own she held power in her own right. Able to manipulate Raiton chakra as well as seals that even he had yet to master, and she could hold her own in a fight.

    As it stood the only odd one to be chosen for this mission was himself, he was not the physical kind of fighter. He was a specialist, a tactician, and master torturer, but situations such as a mission like this he saw little use for his particular skills. Though considering the young Yurei clan leader was likely the smartest among them, and the only one trained in Ijutsu, it stood a good chance that they could not do it without him, at the very least he could not let Kami go off and die. Azrael would look at each of them with his red glowing eyes of the Akayurei, "This One is pleased to greet you again, Valen Minamoto." Azrael would state addressing Valen first, "This one assumes you will be leading us?" After Valen answered or didn't Azrael's eyes would move over to Raika, "This One is also pleased to greet you again  as well, Raika Ryuutei." Azrael would state with a silent nod, his eyes moving to his half-sister. "Sister, Kami Yurei, we are pleased you are still alive." The whole time he spoke to each his voice would be just a whisper, but easily enough heard by all three.

    Never and More would be flying over head as they usually did when Azrael went for his strolls, More would caw at the sight of Raika as he remembered her kindness from the day before. Now that they were all here there was no reason for them to linger, and Azrael would follow Valen as he lead the way.





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    Character Name: Azrael, the Angel of Strife
    Clan: Akayurei {Clan Leader}
    Village: Kirigakure
    Rank: Genin
    Renown: 1250
    Skills: Genjutsu | Sensory | Ijutsu | Fuuinjutsu
    Stats:
    Strength: D
    Constitution: D
    Stamina: B+
    Speed: D
    Coordination: C
    Intelligence: A
    Perception: B
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    Post by Valen Minamoto Mon Nov 28, 2022 2:02 am

    First to arrive was Raika, a dark haired woman with yellow eyes. His eyes took her in and he noted her apparel and demeanor. She seemed almost feral in appearance. Ripped tip and bottoms, a tattered cloak, as if she had taken a knife to them herself but in all reality was simply the result of training in the wilderness. He didn’t need to ask her name, he recognized her features from the picture he had been shown and wordlessly he tossed her a scroll. He considered her for a few moments then, with nothing else to do. She was attractive, that was certain. Part of him was curious as to if she might be interested in finding somewhere private. However he quickly stomped down that notion. He was on duty now, time to play or see about playing later. For now he had do his job and not distract himself with the idea of playing.

    The second to arrive was Kami and he took in her appearance too. Pale was not enough of a descriptor to describe her skin color. She was simply white, like paper, or bone. Not an ounce of color in her skin tone. Her long white hair was similar and her red eyes gave an eerie cast to the entire appearance. She seemed almost like a porcelain doll, fragile, and unique. He didn’t even consider the idea of seeing if she would want to do anything. Something about her put him off the idea. Her demeanor, her eerie appearance, something. He couldn’t put his finger on what but it was something. Still, he recognized her as well and wordlessly he tossed her a scroll too to give her a chance to familiarize herself with the mission.

    Then Azrael came and greeted them. First was Valen, who he greeted as Valen tossed him his scroll. The swordsman nodded in agreement but still kept his words to himself. He would not bother asking for names from the other two. Such things usually had a way of coming out on their own. Sure enough Azrael’s next greeting would be toward the dark haired, almost bestial woman, or ‘Raika’ it would seem. Azrael had apparently met her merely the day before. His last greeting would somewhat surprise him. He was not aware that Azrael had a sister, although the hair color and even the skin tone somewhat matched. Two ravens flew over his head as he moved and they seemed to follow the masked man.

    Valen would quietly give the other two time to speak if they intended before straightening up fully. “As I’m sure you’ve all noticed we have quite the array of mission’s this day. Generally genin wouldn’t be allowed to go on these types of missions but since I’m here it’s alright, just not exactly the first choice. However the powers that be decided there needed to be a push in the genin ranks. A sort of ‘shoving some of them into the fire’. The idea is to see if you thrive and progress rapidly, or fail and burn out early. A ‘Crucible’ if you will. Each mission has us fighting multiple enemies as I’m sure you noticed. When we get to each one you three don’t get any ideas on taking the leaders. I’ll handle them and any personal guards they have. You three work together and handle the others in the groups. I’ll be nearby to guard and protect you so don’t be overly concerned if the numbers seem in their favor. These missions might take us a few days so be prepared to hunt and forage, or fish, for food and to find shelter. When the time comes for that I’ll divide the work out. Until then, our first mission isn’t too far away. Some bandits are harassing travelers on the road from the village. Stealing from them and killing them. I have no intention of leaving a single one of the murdering scum alive for it either. When we get there we’ll scout them out a bit to get an idea of what we’re dealing with. Until then, let’s move.” He would say turning and moving out of the gates.

    While he could move far quicker he would need to moderate his speed carefully to allow the other three to keep up. That was fine, he would gauge how fast they could move and keep his down to their level so that they weren’t pushing. He would move into the lead, his senses on the lookout for any potential threat. Once in position for the traveling he would speak. “If you have questions feel free. I’ll answer, otherwise don’t expect much out of me conversationally beyond the scope of the mission. Once we all return though I’ll buy everyone food.” He would say simply before going silent.

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    Spendable Experience: 0
    Total Experience: 6,160
    Renown: 9,250
    Ryo: 8,750,000
    Stats:
    • Strength: C
    • Constitution: B
    • Stamina: A+
    • Speed: A
    • Coordination: A
    • Intelligence: C
    • Perception: A


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    Raika Ryuutei
    Raika Ryuutei
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    Mist Special Jounin


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    Posts : 339
    Join date : 2022-11-23

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    Class: A
    Ryo: 220,400

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    Post by Raika Ryuutei Mon Nov 28, 2022 2:37 am

    Raika turns her head to look at the other person as they arrive, though she can't really tell if the next person is a man or a woman, only that they're an adult, although the fact that they were wearing fishnets would suggest that they're a woman. Their features give Raika pause, though, because the white skin and hair combined with the red eyes made her think of Azrael. She considers speaking up and introducing herself then and there, but would wait for their third to show up, since Valen hadn't spoken a word just yet; that must mean they're waiting for more, and a squad of three genin was the most typical. No need to waste words on introducing herself twice.

    And then their third finally shows up, and Raika is surprised to hear the familiar sound of a bell, and she turns to look and see a very familiar face of Azrael. The one with the party tricks. Thankfully, Azrael does all the introducing for her. So this other woman, Kami, is Azrael's sister... That makes sense, what with their extremely similar features. She gives Azrael a short, quick nod, just a downward and upward movement of her head. This was more of a greeting than a non-Ryuutei usually garnered from one of the clan after a first meeting, but they'd met and then left on more or less friendly terms with one another back in the Deadwoods.

    Raika's attention snaps back to Valen when he starts speaking and listens as he explains the reasoning behind taking so many missions with just three genin and a jounin leader, their initial mission and the parameters, as well as their planned survival method while they're outside of the village. With so many bad actors in such a relatively small area, a watch would probably also be extremely necessary, but Raika doesn't bother bringing it up; obviously, the jounin would be aware of something like that. Instead, she follows him as he walks out past the Kirigakure gates. Raika doesn't have too many questions in her head at least for the first mission; fairly weak bandits with fairly weak weaponry doesn't concern her too much. She's not planning on letting them live for long, although she might take some bits and pieces for her new summon, should she need to call upon Rokuro.

    "No questions from me. Don't expect to need to feed me, though. There's plenty of food and I eat more than most."

    Luckily, it looks like Azrael has at least somewhat improved his weight; he doesn't look like just a jumbled set of bones in a weak skin sack. He still looks physically weak, but she can tell that he isn't as emaciated. This was good, she wouldn't be looking to carry him around. It also looks like all three of them have a similar speed, so she stays at her own comfortable D-rank speed for now.


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    Name: Raika Ryuutei
    Age: 18
    Gender: Female
    Rank: Special Jounin
    Village: Kirigakure
    Titles: Maneater of Kirigakure, Chainwhirler

    Experience:
    Total - 6000
    unused exp - 0

    Ryo:  395,400

    Stats:
    Strength: B
    Constitution: C (C++ with Nemean Cloak)
    Stamina: S
    Speed: B
    Coordination: B (B+ with Felis Bangle)
    Intelligence: D
    Perception: B

    Character Jutsu: Raika Ryuutei Jutsu Registry

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    Class: B
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    Post by Kami Yurei Wed Nov 30, 2022 9:35 am

    Kami looked towards Valen and Raika, not really caring for either or. They were none of who she cared for, let alone the only one really. Feeling a similar presence following behind, she looked towards the way they all came from and saw Azrael coming along with. ‘So he’s here too.’ Kami gave a slow blink before turning her body the direction she was looking at. As Azrael came closer, saying hello to everyone, he looked at her and made a sly comment. Her eyebrow twitched in annoyance, giving him a punch on the shoulder. “Please to see me alive?! What the hell do you think I am?!” Although she didn’t scream or show much, her voice was louder than his, almost a complete contrast of the two. Quiet and Loud in personalities but both dangerous if trained properly. “Tch. Next time greet me like you know I’m alive, idiot.” Her face made an angered look, her eyebrows tensed, her lip raised a little in annoyance, not much to be seen but still some emotion. Since their first meeting, Azrael was the first person to get her to show something in a long time. Since then, it’s been relatively hard not to let certain emotions slip out with him.

    Kami glanced toward the other two, realizing Azrael had met them already. Was he always busy or just knew everyone in town? She shook her head, not wanting to ponder on it as it was none of her business. Looking at Raika, she came to the conclusion that she was somebody Kami didn’t want to anger but let alone wouldn’t be able to get along with. They would probably go head to head together a lot so Kami decided to keep a distance from her. Valen on the other hand was the leader and so she had to remain close to him so she’d know everything and just pay attention honestly. Azrael and Valen were the two she’d stick to, maybe Raika if needed be.

    Kami’s glance shot to Valen as he began to speak about the mission, calling it a Crucible. That’s why there were so many missions on the list. She paid close attention, having figured they’d have to scavenge their own food. The thought of that kinda grossed her out as she would have to do everything the hard way. It wasn’t that she cared about it, she didn’t mind doing it at all but it was just going to be a hassle to gather enough produce and product for everyone to eat. Valen’s words rang in her ear, hearing that all the scum would be killed, brought a smile to Kami’s face. Her eyes shimmered for a moment, licking her lips and closing her eyes. “As long as nobody remains alive, I don’t have any questions or concerns.” Kami was thrilled now knowing no life would be spared.


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    Constitution: D
    Stamina: B+ (210)
    Speed: B
    Coordination: B (B+)
    Intelligence: C
    Perception: C

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    Post by Azrael Wed Nov 30, 2022 12:59 pm

    As Kami moved to punch him, Azrael was able to shift his body just enough that her punch wouldn't hurt and it still look like she hit him for what he had said, considering she wasn't actually trying to hurt him this was easily accomplished though bore no reaction from the man. Despite the fact that he was older then her, based on their height with Azrael being a few inches shorter than her, as well as the woman's aditude one would think Kami was the older of them. He wouldn't say anything else, though he would roll his eyes at her statement afterwards. Azrael would turn to face Valen as he spoke, describing the missions as a crucible. He would kick himself in the head as he listened to the man's words, he would have easily been able to run a mission like this had he not been out of commission for so long, now he had to prove himself to the village all over again as he started from the bottom.

    The fact about it taking days and having to forage for food wouldn't bother the male either, before his reawakening, before the darkness, even before he had met his Master Sero, Azrael had to know how to survive on very little. Scrounging for food or being out in the cold did not concern him, after all it's hard to kill something that's already dead, at least that's the way he looked at it. The truth of the matter was Azrael didn't need to eat much, and when he did it would not be around anyone as it requires him to remove his Rebreather and he doesn't let anyone see his face without it.

    As they began their journey with Valen in the lead and Kami following close behind him, Azrael would take a position towards the back of the group. Keeping pace with the rest of them but with a slight distance from them, both in case they were ambushed and to watch their backs with his Sensing Technique. He had to trust that Valen was placed in command of this mission because he was capable of such, and while he watched from point Azrael would watch the rear, his chakra sense was not great as he needed to train up since his return but it would be large enough to give them some warning. As the made their way down the road, Azrael's chakra ghosts would begin to appear walking beside the group, not a lot, but enough that if the enemy had chakra sensory they would at least think there were more than what there actually were.

    His earring chiming lightly as he walked, with Never and More flying overhead watching the group that travelled with their master. Their keen pink and green eyes scanning the faces of the group, as well as helping to watch out for danger or trouble their light cawing as they flew through the air seemed in sync perfectly with the chime of Azrael's earring as he walked.


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    Character Name: Azrael, the Angel of Strife
    Clan: Akayurei {Clan Leader}
    Village: Kirigakure
    Rank: Genin
    Renown: 1250
    Skills: Genjutsu | Sensory | Ijutsu | Fuuinjutsu
    Stats:
    Strength: D
    Constitution: D
    Stamina: B+
    Speed: D
    Coordination: C
    Intelligence: A
    Perception: B
    Valen Minamoto
    Valen Minamoto


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    Age : 32

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    Post by Valen Minamoto Fri Dec 02, 2022 1:44 am

    Raika would decline the offer of food, using some premise that there’s ‘plenty of food’ and that ‘she eats more than most’. He turned his crimson gaze to her and spoke simply. “I didn’t ask if there was enough, nor did I ask how much everyone ate. It matters little, I intend to buy everyone food once we return. You can join or not, regardless of if you eat enough for two or twenty. That goes for the rest of you too.” He would say simply, he wanted to make it understood that when he offered something it did not require exceptional cases to be ostracized. Azrael himself would remain silent and Kami would simply berate her sibling for his greeting. Before commenting that so long as they left no survivors she was content.

    That..would need to be addressed, or at least clarified, eventually. If she was simply zealous in his desire to punish those who had murdered, raped, and pillaged. That was fine, but if she simply wanted to kill for the sake of killing then it would need to be rectified, most probably with violence. Still, that would become clear in time. He did not need to ask about it now. Still, for the moment he had a startling lack of information about the three. Even Azrael who was an ally in the Brigade, one of the spiders and according to Sero, one whom he trusted even more than Valen himself if the words were to be believed accurate.

    That did not cause jealousy, that emotion had no sway over him. It did make him curious though, very much so.

    He needed to know of their capabilities, even now he could see apparitions of chakra coalescing into the air near them. Their eyes bright red and flowing. They seemingly had no physical form to them and he did not know who in the group was creating them. It would take time to reach their destination anyway, especially at this speed. So he might as well figure things out. “Given the fact we’re going to be working together for this and I’ve met two of you just today and the third only very recently. I find myself with a need to know what I’m working with in terms of capabilities. Let’s give a breakdown of our abilities and talents. In order of arrival, meaning I’ll go first.” He would say, giving them a moment to process his words before continuing.

    “I am Valen Minamoto, some refer to me as ‘The Burning Blade’. If one could not guess from that moniker I specialize in Kenjutsu and fire techniques. Often mixing the two. I also trained a powerful water release and can function at all ranges of combat. I can hunt, fish, but am unable to cook worth a damn.” He would say, giving a brief run down of his capabilities. Next of course would be Raika given she had arrived after him.

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    • Constitution: B
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    • Coordination: A
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    Post by Raika Ryuutei Fri Dec 02, 2022 2:02 am

    Raika doesn't necessarily ignore Valen's admonition, she gives a curt nod when he insists that the offer stands for food. Her expression doesn't change, though, from what might appear to be a somewhat bored expression, but those that knew her could tell that she was intensely focused, just not with her eyes. Instead, her nostrils were flared, scenting the air for the smells of mankind; refuse, sweat, cooking meats, fire or smoke, and, importantly, the acrid smell of human urine, since those scents would be the strongest and the wind was blowing in a good direction for those scents to reach them if they were near. It would be no good to start scenting if the wind was too calm, but there was an occasional gust that blew the wind across the general area that the bandits tended to ambush others.

    Raika somewhat agrees with Kami's insistence that their enemies be killed, but she stays silent anyway. No need to assert her agreement aloud, it would be a waste of breath if nobody made an argument or disagreed. She again pats down her hip pouches, ensuring that her kunai and shuriken were where they could be rapidly reached, although she doubted she'd need them much more than her claws and her speed.

    Luckily, she picks out a snake, just a simple non-venomous water snake that had decided to bake itself on the road to stay warm. Regardless, she grips it just behind its head to keep it from being able to retaliate, and with a quick shlick noise, she manages to sever the snake's head from its body with the claw on her thumb. Raika uses her sharp, bestial teeth to begin eating the snake's flesh raw, her body rapidly metabolizing the raw meat as easily as it did cooked meat; in any case, cooking the meat would draw attention if anybody else smelled or saw the smoke.

    She listens intently to Valen's introduction, and she pauses in her snake snack to wipe her mouth clean with her free hand as she realizes that she'll be the next to introduce herself and her capabilities.

    "I'm Raika, first and last of this Name, of the Ryuutei clan. Previously known as Zero. Nobody calls me anything to my face."

    Raika pauses for a moment and takes another bite, then continues with her introduction after swallowing. The snake's corpse still continues to give the occasional dying squirm, but with no thought to guide it, they're just random movements that no longer serve a purpose.

    "I'm good at turning living meat into dead meat. The fear just adds flavor."


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    Gender: Female
    Rank: Special Jounin
    Village: Kirigakure
    Titles: Maneater of Kirigakure, Chainwhirler

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    Constitution: C (C++ with Nemean Cloak)
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    Speed: B
    Coordination: B (B+ with Felis Bangle)
    Intelligence: D
    Perception: B

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    Post by Kami Yurei Sun Dec 04, 2022 9:53 am

    Kami looked at everyone as they spoke, matching their names to their faces and body. Valen being their team leader, having a title already, Raika being someone who seemed out of control and.. grabbing.. a snake— Okay where did they find her? Kami’s eyes squinted as her eyes followed Raika munching on a snake like it was Takoyaki.. She shook her head and her body shivered just slightly before looking to Valen with a concerned look. Kami sighed as now it was her turn. Kami crossed her arms and sighed, looking down. “Kami Yurei.” She looked back up, her eyes moving to each of the faces that were in her team.

    My name is Kami Yurei, please call me Kami. My specialties are Fuuinjutsu, Sensory, and Raiton. I don’t plan on remembering any of you after this mission so please don’t try and become buddy buddy with me.” She picked the dirt from under a nail of hers and flicked it off of her, giving off a pushy attitude. Her aura seemed strong but more engulfing. It flamed around her, almost engulfing her. Kami saw herself as someone who didn’t want anything to do with anybody. One person was too much already and that was Azrael. Her aura scared children and sometimes people the same age as her. Anyone older, it depended on their personality. Were they scared easily? Did they not like her? Did they fear her in general? Kami shrugged her introduction off and looked to her brother, Azrael. “Oh and apparently he’s my brother. Any complaints can be to him.” She said while glaring the sibling down.

    Kami walked away and put her back towards the team, distancing herself from anyone and just waiting for things to be done so they could get on with the mission. Call her cold hearted but she took this on. She wasn’t giving it up so easily. The wind blew a little bit, her hair wrapping around her. “Tch..” She pulled her hair behind her and using a strand of hair to put her hair up in a pony tail, now not in the way. Now waiting for Azrael’s introduction, she patiently waited for everyone to be done and get going


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    Post by Azrael Mon Dec 05, 2022 10:21 am

    With his chakra ghost spread around them, Azrael would listen to what the others were saying as they introduced themselves, though Raika didn't explain what it was that her skills fall under with the exception of turning living meat to dead meat. After Kami had finished, Azrael would speak up. "Kami Yurei, has trust issues don't mind her, This One believes her skills to be acceptable for the most part, she just takes time to warm up." His whisper cold as he glared at his half-sister, had he been the physical type he might have slapped her on the back of the head, instead if her eyes met his his Akayurei would activate for just a brief second as his whisper entered her mind. "Play Nice Sister," would be all she heard inside her head, before he turned to answer Valen's question himself.

    He had already introduced himself to both Kami and Raika when he had met them, Valen however was a separate case. His introduction to the man was through his Master, so he wouldn't bore the man with his long-winded title that he would normally use to strike fear in those he met, not that it would have any real effect on those around him anyways. Instead he would use the simple and efficient title that his master had given him. Still, when he spoke his chakra ghosts would echo his words, as they all spoke in unison. "We go by many names and titles, including the Angel of Strife, but you may address This One as Azrael, the Mindflayer. We are the leader of the Yurei Clan and hold mastery over Illusions, Sensory, and Truth extraction as well as Memory erasing or altering as needed. We have also studied in the medical field of pain infliction, but mostly we prefer the torture of our illusions to do the work for us." Unlike Valen and Kami, and possibly even Raika as he wasn't completely sure about her abilities, Azrael wielded no element and the most physical thing he could do was his medical skills which were not that effective considering he had just started learning about it after his revival from the ice. He knew that any of the three with him could probably kill him fairly easily, if they wanted to, but all it really took was one look from him to be able to stop them from getting close. This was how he would help the team in these missions, he would effectively be a distraction, allowing the others to deal with the people's bodies while he dealt with their minds. Of course, if one of them were to be injured in the fight, he would help them, but he hoped they could handle themselves.


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    Post by Valen Minamoto Tue Dec 06, 2022 11:52 am

    It would appear Raika was more primal than he might have expected but that was fine. He nodded at her as she finished before speaking. “When we break for camp start hunting for food. Keep in mind we can’t eat it raw.” He would say, the word ‘we’ implying the rest of them. As apparently she could do so without repercussions. An interesting ability in itself. Regardless she could handle hunting for any food they might need. Valen himself could assist in that regard but he was more useful as sentinel, guarding and patrolling the area to ensure any camp they made was secure. Anything he found he would kill and bring sure but it would not be the main focus of his task. Next would come Kami, who apparently had no intention of being friendly with anyone. Valen of course did not really care, he was not there to make friends. He was there to guide and train shinobi. To ensure they were useful tools, and nothing more. Fuinjutsu, Sensory, and Raiton was the beginning of a fairly diverse move pool but he could tell at a glance that she wasn’t suited to physical combat.

    Like brother like sister he supposed.

    Azrael would confirm this when he informed them that he was more in line with genjutsu and sensory. Also not suited to physical confrontation but obviously more than suited to that of the mind. Valen nodded before addressing the siblings together. “You two will be in charge of setting up any camp while Raika hunts and I patrol and play sentinel. Find a suitable location for it when I decide it’s time to rest. Prepare a fire for cooking, I’ll handle lighting it if you can’t but get the pit prepared at least. Also take whatever steps you think best in hiding and securing the rest place in the meantime. Part of working the field is ensuring you’re safe during the rest times. I’ll divy out a watch schedule when it comes time for it.” He would say, finishing the task. The watch schedule would depend on who was more fatigued when everything was said and done. Valen expected he or Raika would take first watch, the two of them were more physically inclined and had more energy to burn because of it.

    If he could though he’d take the last watch, he could leave a clone then and scout whatever target was next without worry of the information he gained changing. Still, all of this might be unnecessary. “Of course this might be unnecessary, we might finish the lot before the day is out but I doubt it. Beyond that one of out targets might have a camp set up that we’ll simply commandeer, at which point Kami and Azrael will handle cleaning up and gathering of bodies for me to dispose of when I return and the looting for anything useful while Raika and I go about our assigned tasks.” He would say, finishing up with that last thought.

    It was not far from their first destination now and Valen would suddenly stop in the treeline not far from the bandit camp. Within the foliage he would wait for his companions to join him, eyeing the camp carefully and counting targets. It was a sizable camp but nothing meant to remain permanent. No walls were in evidence but large tents were. Valen counted six people but that did not mean there weren’t others in some of the tents. He saw their equipment from where he was and noted they were pretty basic in terms of armament. He considered what to do and how to do it. Mostly he wanted to push the three under his charge a bit. Assuming everyone was there he would nod his head when he came to a decision. “This one doesn’t look particularly difficult. So I’m going to let you three handle it with a bit of a twist. I’m going to walk through their camp. I’ll move at the pace we’ve been traveling, and they’ll of course try to rob me. You three, are going to kill them as they try. You win if you manage to kill them without me having to stop, change my stride, or kill them myself. If you win, you get to eat dinner and have a fire tonight. If you fail, you don’t get either and I won’t allow for hunting or to try to get rations.” He would say, looking to the three of them. Nights in Kirigakure were cold at this time of year. No fire would probably mean they would need to huddle for warmth. Valen of course was fine regardless, his body heat was too high normally anyway.

    Victory for them meant a normal evening of food and warmth. Failure meant they would need to share a bonding experience or risk freezing. He was certain the three would [i]lovese. [color=#666699]“Do you all understand the exercise?” He would ask, eyebrow rising in curiosity.

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    Post by Raika Ryuutei Tue Dec 06, 2022 1:27 pm

    Raika takes a deep breath in through her nose as she walks and listens to the others explain what they can do; it seemed like she was the only one among the three genin that had a great deal of experience in close-quarters combat, but that was fine with her. Too many people up-close tended to turn most fights into something of an incoherent and inefficient brawl, and she didn't need that kind of fight on her hands when she was slicing too quick to see who was getting cut.

    That said, her sharpened sense of smell detected the scent of other humans a good distance deeper into the woods than where Valen had stopped them, but she could certainly smell their sweat, the smoke from their campfire, and several other human scents likely before Azrael or Kami had noticed. Still, she frowns when they're given a challenge to complete while Valen is the one that will be used like bait. It made sense; he was the one in least danger if he was actually "captured", since he was the highest ranking member of the group. Of course, the price was much higher for Raika than it was for the other two, so she was going to try and kill at least a few of them before they could even notice Valen; if they raised the alarm, that would just make their jobs harder. She thinks for a moment and then actually brings up the only question she really has.

    "Would you consider making you walk through the Hiding in Mist a change in your stride or make you stop?"

    Raika knew that gusts of mist were actually fairly common in this area, as that was part of the reason the village got its name. The bandits might not notice that the mist is actually part of a technique, and so might be caught completely unawares by a silent and deadly killer sneaking through their camp and murdering them before they get a chance to raise any alarms. It was a long shot, but if Valen allowed it under his loose ruleset, it would be very fair game...


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    Village: Kirigakure
    Titles: Maneater of Kirigakure, Chainwhirler

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    Total - 6000
    unused exp - 0

    Ryo:  395,400

    Stats:
    Strength: B
    Constitution: C (C++ with Nemean Cloak)
    Stamina: S
    Speed: B
    Coordination: B (B+ with Felis Bangle)
    Intelligence: D
    Perception: B

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    Post by Kami Yurei Thu Dec 08, 2022 9:59 am

    Kami nodded and accepted her duty as to help Azrael with the bodies and silently kill people within the camps. She pondered a moment before her eyebrow immediately twitching in annoyance with the thought of no fire, no food for tonight and bundling up with the others to stay warm. Kami gave Valen a hard and cold stare in response to what he said while shuffling into her hip pouch and slowly pulled a kunai out. “Ever suggest that again and it may not be now but sleep with one eye open.” She twirled the kunai between her middle and index finger, used her thumb to spin it every now and then.

    Kami’s head turned to Raika with her question, now thinking about it. The mist was pretty thick and it wasn’t natural. They may have a chance at doing this with no way of messing up. It was down to coordination, communication and team work. Valen may have also made it a cheap trick to make them lose on purpose with Raika’s question now really instilling itself into her mind. While Valen and Raika talked, she walked away for a moment, creating seals with her ink bottle, brush and about 16 sealing papers, all reading “kin”. This was for her protection barrier, making it equal to 4 sets. Using one of those sets, she placed them around their campsite, going into the middle and placing her hand on the ground, infusing her chakra and creating a dome around the campsite. Nobody would be able to go in and go out with her permission. The dome flickered clear for a moment as it dispersed, becoming invisible with almost a power down sound. Kami cleaned her hands by dusting them off, Palm to palm, heading back to the group and placing her newly made seal sets in her pouch. Now waiting patiently for the mission to start, she stretched and awaited the next orders.





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    Post by Azrael Thu Dec 08, 2022 12:57 pm

    Azrael would remain silent after the introduction, already his throat hurting from the amount of speak he had been doing. His bell, the only sound coming him as they walked the path. He was fine with whatever task was assigned to him, though he preferred simple watch duty due to his own abilities, he would not argue with the groups leader. After all this was a Kirigakure Mission, not a Brigade, their roles were reversed in this situation. Here Valen out ranked him, and so he would show Valen the same respect he had shown Azrael as Sero's second.

    As they drew closer to where they were planning to set up camp, Valen would sneak forward as Never and More would land on a nearby tree branch. Azrael would reach up to his left ear removing the bell and sliding it into his pocket as he moved to follow Valen forward. Seeing the camp ahead of them Azrael would let out a small sigh, they were too far away from the camp for him to get a good read with his chakra sensory. So facing directly at the camp in front of them, Azrael would activate his Ghost Sight, the white of his eyes turning black as his red pupils began to glow. Projecting his vision forward across the camp, Azrael saw everyone and where they were, a plan already beginning to hatch within his mind as Valen began talking. Planning on playing bait while the three of them dealt with it, to be honest however, Azrael didn't feel either one of the other genins would be much help for his plan, especially since his sister was too busy drawing to pay attention. As he turned around to see what his sister was doing, Azrael would raise his hand to his face and cover his eyes from the sight before stating in his typical whisper that was loud enough for the three with him to hear. "Kami Yurei, we are not making camp here. You waste time, pay attention."

    As Valen finished speaking with his little wager of how tonight goes, Azrael would speak again. "Excuse us, Valen Minamoto. This one believes we can solve it before you reach the camp." Azrael wasn't fully aware of the man's full speed on his own, but if he was truly going to be walking at the same pace they had all been then there was a chance he was right. "There are ten within the camp that we have seen, six of them are outside, the other four are scattered among three tents. One in the far tent to the left, another one in the tent three behind it, the final two are in the tent within the center." Azrael would pause both from the strain to his throat and to give the other three time to process the information before he would go further. "We believe This One can take care of the ones outside easily enough however the ones in the tents will be a problem for This One." At this point Azrael would face Kami and Raika, "You two deal with the ones in the tent, This One will handle the ones out here. It must be timed precisely for this to work, you must wait for this one's signal or else." There would be a small pause, leaving one to assume the or else was a threat, but in truth he just needed a breath. "You will mess up This One's plan."

    Looking back to Valen, Azrael would ask plainly. "Does Valen Minamoto have objections to this one's plan?" So long as Valen did not object, Azrael would look back to Kami and Raika. "Get yourselves in position and be ready for This One's signal." Azrael wouldn't really care if either of the two had a problem with his plan, so long as Valen found it acceptable that was what he was going to do, and he fully expected the other two to do their part. With that said Azrael would look back to Valen, "This one would like to walk with you, Valen Minamoto." Azrael stated pointing his arm out in the direction of the bandit camp, "This One needs to get closer," he would add as he returned his bell to his ear and waited for Valen. Though he didn't exactly tell them what his signal was going to be, they would know it when they heard it. The sounds of six men screaming, was often a dead give away on things like that, but he needed to get within at least 100 meters of the camp to be able to catch all of them.



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    Renown: 1250
    Skills: Genjutsu | Sensory | Ijutsu | Fuuinjutsu
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    Post by Valen Minamoto Thu Dec 08, 2022 1:42 pm

    Raika’s question would draw his eyes to her and he would shrug at her. “The only requirement is that they see me coming so they can react to my presence accordingly. From there you can do as you wish. So long as my stride does not change and I do not need to defend myself or anyone else for that matter. A mist isn’t going to change my stride, I’ll just walk straight through the camp.” He would explain to her as Kami wrote out seals and placed them around their little meeting point. The pale skinned, pale haired woman did not appreciate his little challenge. Or at least did not appreciate what might happen if they failed and his red eyes looked into hers at her threat, supremely unconcerned with the entire thing.

    Azrael however would begin to speak, more than he usually did by far. Silently when Azrael paused to rest his throat Valen would reach for his water flask and offer it to him. Hey, they were comrades right? Valen had no concept of the term ‘smartass’ and so he couldn’t simply be being an asshole on purpose, right? Right? Regardless Azrael would speak and Valen would nod. “You can walk with me if you wish, plan as you wish. The encounter is in the hands of your three.” He would react, giving Azrael’s plan the green light. With that Valen would stand, effectively telling the three that it was time for them to settle on things right then and there.

    Then the black haired man would begin to walk, moving toward the bandit camp, perfectly content to do so at a low speed that his team could keep up with. It said something for the bandits security that he got as close as he did before anyone noticed. Something bad maybe, but it said something and communication is important right? When the sword wielder got within ten meters of the camp and the first bandit the man turned and cried “Who the fuck are you?!” Getting the attention of all in the camp. Meaning the challenge had officially begun for his three genin.

    The men outside began to reach for kunai and shuriken to throw them. Those within the tents could be heard scrambling out of bedding, getting clothing on and equipment. Clearly they had been on rotation from the night shift guard for the group. So they were caught entirely unaware by the sudden appearance of shinobi.

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    Post by Raika Ryuutei Thu Dec 08, 2022 2:02 pm

    Raika hisses through her teeth a bit when Kami makes such a threat to the person that had chosen to take them on several missions that he could have just as easily done himself, but when Valen doesn't seem concerned at all, she simply gives Kami a bit of a glare that might have sent a deer sprinting. Of course, Kami wasn't a deer, so it probably wouldn't work on her at all, but a girl could dream. In any case, it takes some effort to move through the underbrush of the forest so quietly as soon as the plan is clearly being allowed, but she manages to make it to the outer edge of the camp, hidden from the sight of the bandits by her dark clothing and their eyes having grown too accustomed to the bright light of their cooking fire. Regardless, she waits completely still and silent, taking on a stance on all fours that she would normally use when looking to ambush a particularly skittish animal. She can even see into the tent she's chosen on the far end of the camp, just a little bit through the barest sliver between those two tent flaps.

    As soon as she hears the bandit's voice ring out in alarm, she's already moving, rapidly slipping into the tent while her particular bandit is still scrambling to dress or grab his weapons; he seems halfway between both. She does her best to ensure that he doesn't get out much noise, focusing chakra into her claws to get them razor sharp before a sudden swipe manages to catch his throat; if he attempts to alarm anyone, it's only coming out past a gurgling noise. With Raika feeling dissatisfied with merely killing him, she ensures that he won't be getting too deep into the fight by following it up with a few slashes to his legs, dropping him to the ground and causing him to bleed out even faster with the blood no longer having to push up against gravity to leave his neck.

    Raika looks across the campsite to the other tent, only twenty meters away leaving one for Kami to take on as she gets into the Brute Fist stance and focuses chakra all along her leg muscles and into the bottom of her feet while she uses her left hand to form the half-Tiger seal. In a flash, she uses her signature combination of skills and techniques to cover those 20 meters in less than half a second, her right hand already pointed forwards with its claws at the ready; she speeds through the camp at a speed likely too fast to make her noticeable in the chaos as she stops her movement with her claw dug into the stomach of her now likely to be second kill. He seems too stunned by the sudden motion to react, so she leans in and uses her teeth to remove his throat from his body entirely before dropping him.

    Afterwards, she steps back out of the tent, the front of her body from her chin down almost completely splattered with blood, matching the dark red stains on both of her tents as she gets ready to take on some more of the bandits.

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    Stats:

    Strength: D (D++)
    Constitution: D
    Stamina: D (B)
    Speed: D (B, temporarily, now D+)
    Coordination: D
    Intelligence: D
    Perception: C (C++)

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    Name: Raika Ryuutei
    Age: 18
    Gender: Female
    Rank: Special Jounin
    Village: Kirigakure
    Titles: Maneater of Kirigakure, Chainwhirler

    Experience:
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    Ryo:  395,400

    Stats:
    Strength: B
    Constitution: C (C++ with Nemean Cloak)
    Stamina: S
    Speed: B
    Coordination: B (B+ with Felis Bangle)
    Intelligence: D
    Perception: B

    Character Jutsu: Raika Ryuutei Jutsu Registry

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    Post by Kami Yurei Thu Dec 08, 2022 5:48 pm

    Kami followed closely behind shortly after Raika left. She veered off into the opposite direction of her, staying close to the tents. Once the mission was set and the warning was called, enemies swarmed out of their tents, Raika taking out multiple almost at once, Kami being left with one to kill. Kami sucked in through her teeth, debating if maybe this was a good idea. She didn’t have any power against them, let alone much fight. She crouched down, charging up one of her Raiton attacks, placing her hand on the enemies back, holding up the kunai, getting ready to slice. Energy was conducted through her and to the enemy, making him falter. “Sleep.” She said as she laid him down and sliced his neck open, blood squirting against her face and body, the man’s body squirming and jolting from the electricity, soon dying down to no movement. She closed the man’s eyes, swiping the air with the kunai, any blood on it were to be splattered off.


    With more enemies coming out and surrounding them, Kami put her kunai up and grabbed her shuriken, jumping a few times back to get a good look and some distance. Kami was about 3m back, surveying the area. There were 3 killed already, leaving at least 10 left from what Azrael said. Some of them far enough from Valen and so she decided to go after them. About 3 we’re running towards him and so placing her hand out, fingers spread apart, making a push motion, electricity came thundering down, splitting up into 6 separate bolts, going in undefined routes. As she send the currents out, she throws her shuriken, making it curve around Valen, hitting the three across the chest, cutting their chests open. Kami ran towards the three, making sure that they were indeed dead, even if they were, she would cut their throats open just like she did with her first one. Four down, leaving maybe 6. Kami grabbed the shuriken in mid hair, letting it twirl just a bit before placing it on her back once more. Blood covered her face and Shuriken, making her lick her lips. “At least make it fun..





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    Intelligence: C
    Perception: C

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    Post by Azrael Thu Dec 08, 2022 11:38 pm

    As they drew nearer to the camp, before those outside actually knew what was going on, Azrael was already at work. Activating his 'Chakra Ghost Technique', as his ghosts soon filled the entire camp, making so no matter where the men were looking they were going to see one of them. As they began to react, pulling out their weapons, Azrael's eye's would glow bright once more, as did all of the Eyes of his ghosts. 'Genjutsu: Akayurei' would fully activate and any of the ones unfortunate enough to have seen a ghost was suddenly trapped within his Genjutsu. For a second those that were outside would stop moving almost as if they were in a trance before they started screaming loudly in fear as they began to attack each other. Azrael would watch it all unfold with a wicked smile beneath his mask, this was what he was good at, and he enjoyed a good show.

    The two that would be the closest to Valen and Azrael would face each other letting out a scream of terror as they began throwing shuriken and Kunai at each other, soon the other four were also joining in the assault against their own men. Some would even team up against one, before turning on each other as the first died. Soon there was only one left, he was already beaten and broken, but he was still standing, and that was something Azrael did not approve of. His eyes glowing once more, Azrael would watch as the man gripped his head tightly as he screamed and started hitting his head against the ground before taking a Kunai to his own eyes to try to silence the noise within his mind, finally falling silent as the Kunai plunged into his brain.

    Azrael would not look at Valen, and Valen as well as the others did not need to worry about falling victim to his Genjutsu as it was only targeting the other men. "It's easier to make them kill themselves, saves energy." Azrael stated plainly as he continued walking forward with Valen, "I made them see the others as monsters, their minds were much too weak." Azrael added as he pulled a Kunai from one of the corpses and waited for the others to rejoin them.



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    Renown: 1250
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    Constitution: D
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    Post by Valen Minamoto Fri Dec 09, 2022 6:56 am

    As he began his walk with Azrael near him, moving through the camp at a slow pace compared to his usual one the killing would begin. Raika had snuck in and murdered one by slitting their throat and cutting the legs to prevent movement. Then she would use a combination of techniques to shoot across the intervening space between one tent and another. His red eyes followed her, not particularly troubled at all and noted that she was as fast as he was normally when she used those techniques together. She ripped the throat of another out with her teeth and he nodded in approval as the corpse fell to her feet.

    Then his eyes would turn toward Kami as she began her work. He watched as she executed one with a lightning technique and slit his throat. Then continued to watch as she fired another lightning jutsu. Sending arcing currents of the energy, along with shuriken around him and into targets that were moving up on him from the opposite direction. They all struck them, killing them and dropping their corpses to the ground. She would then move to them and confirm their death by slitting their throats too. Then she would lick her lips of the blood.

    Azrael simply walked with him, and where he moved chaos followed. Bandits screamed, mad with fear and insanity as they turned on each other and began throwing their weapons at comrades alike. None of them threw their shuriken or kunai at him or Azrael, as if seeing each other as the biggest threat. The last of them when it was done with broken and bleeding and mad with fear and he took his own life, the body falling lifelessly to the floor. Valen of course walked through it all, utterly nonplussed. These had been murderers, pillagers, taking what they wanted and who they wanted and this was their proper justice.

    Valen moved through the camp in a straight line, ending his trek fifteen meters outside of the camp on the other side. He would await for his team to reassemble silently looking off toward the next mission location. He considered the targets already, a terrorist group that had taken a manor not far from the village. He considered options for the mission idly as he waited until all three were with him. “Task successful, well done.” He would say, almost tonelessly as he turned toward the camp. It was bloody, and full of death. It was also within sight of the road. Such a thing would not be acceptable.

    Forming a single seal Valen took in a breath before expelling a sea of fire that traveled over the area and cleansed it of the taint that was this camp. Burning it and the corpses within to ashes in the wind. He did not bother to grasp Hai no Ha for this, it was unnecessary. The fire spread far and wide, encompassing the entire camp without issue and when he was done all that was left was a few small ground fires that would burn themselves out shortly. Wood here was too wet to burn well without help and so there was no fear of spreading.

    Once that was done he would turn and begin moving toward the next mission point. Still considering options. As he moved he would speak, his voice quietly intoning his thoughts. “Well done all three of you. I never came close to needing to break my stride. The next time I challenge you I will make it harder.” He would say simply as he moved. “The next mission will take some time to get to. Ask questions, speak amongst yourselves if you wish, but come along regardless.” He would say as he began to move toward the next mission. He kept his speed down purposefully so that could keep up.

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    Starting CP: 210
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    Renown: 9,250
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    Stats:
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    • Constitution: B
    • Stamina: A+
    • Speed: A
    • Coordination: A
    • Intelligence: C
    • Perception: A


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    Post by Raika Ryuutei Fri Dec 09, 2022 9:50 am

    Raika watched the carnage that Azrael caused, and was careful herself not to look directly at the ghosts herself after she saw some of the bandits attacking each other in such a wild and aggressive state. Although she was sure that Azrael didn't seem like the type to allow any of them to succumb to such a genjutsu as this while they were on the same team, she still didn't want to risk the possibility that the genjutsu might affect her if she caught a stray glance at a ghost or Azrael's eyes. Instead, she went back inside the tent and actually busied herself with her most recent kill, stripping flesh and meat from his arms for her own meal, and though she wasn't taking her time, she was finished just in time to meet Valen on the other side of the camp, still covered in blood but now carrying several strips of raw pink and red meat that she busily chews on while watching the camp be cleansed in flames.

    Her face had gradually calmed down from the demonic look her face took on during combat, and although she's a little annoyed at the fact that Valen will make up an even more difficult challenge for them in the next portion of their mission, she somewhat shares Kami's earlier sentiment about not having to share her heat with her and her brother. She still feels an ounce of pride for his statement that they'd done well, which might be high praise from a Jounin. She's silent mostly as they start moving towards the next part of their crucible, and she opens the mission scroll once more to see that the next one involves a terrorist cell in a mansion; she doubted he would burn that kind of a building down, and it wouldn't be too bad of a camp spot, depending on how run down it had become since it was abandoned. It was unlikely that a terrorist cell would leave it totally exposed to the elements.

    Raika returns the scroll and goes back to eating the flesh of the man she'd killed; he hadn't been too fatty, as bandits couldn't afford to get lazy and slow and would have had to rely on food they caught from the wild. He was a bit gamey, but the taste wasn't too bad. And while she's eating, an idea comes to her.

    "Mm... Would it be possible for us to crash the mansion on top of them? I dunno too much about construction, but if it's abandoned, it isn't likely to be all that sturdy anymore, and I don't think terrorists would have the funds or the connections to reinforce it very much."


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    Age: 18
    Gender: Female
    Rank: Special Jounin
    Village: Kirigakure
    Titles: Maneater of Kirigakure, Chainwhirler

    Experience:
    Total - 6000
    unused exp - 0

    Ryo:  395,400

    Stats:
    Strength: B
    Constitution: C (C++ with Nemean Cloak)
    Stamina: S
    Speed: B
    Coordination: B (B+ with Felis Bangle)
    Intelligence: D
    Perception: B

    Character Jutsu: Raika Ryuutei Jutsu Registry

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    Post by Kami Yurei Fri Dec 09, 2022 2:18 pm

    Kami glance around, seeing Azrael’s ghosts, making her look down and remain crouched, avoiding anyone that seemed to have aggression. A few fell in front of her, making her take a step back and go around them, making her way through the camp. Raika made her way into a tent, making Kami raise an eyebrow but she continued her way towards the rest of the group.

    She met back up with the others, putting her things away and look to Valen for their next move. It seemed like it was easy work for now but it didn’t mean to let her guard down. The appraisal of completing his game made Kami sigh with relief, now able to relax and be able to sleep alone. Looking to Raika, seeing her bloody and chewing on meat, her body shivered from the disgusting act that was being portrayed in front of her. At least have some manners… Kami glanced back to the camp as it grew in flames thanks to Valens jutsu. Her eyes grew wide as she stared at it, almost in awe. Fire.. yes, Fire was something Kamk loved. It hugged everything it came in touch with, melting things away and causing a spread. She glanced back to Valen, hearing him out about the next mission and asking questions if need be. Kami took her scroll out and looked through it, reading it through and looking to Raika as she asked her question. She did have a point. If the building was old and they were using it constantly after it being abandoned for so long, it wouldn’t have the strength it used to have. Therefore they could use it to their advantage. Making the building collapse was possible and she couldn’t help but nod to Raika and agree with her question. “I don’t see why not. It is plausible and if we could make it collapse while they were inside, it would be less work on us.


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    Post by Azrael Fri Dec 09, 2022 7:02 pm

    Azrael would scan the other two as they approached, ensuring that neither of them were injured, his head tilting slightly to the side as he looked over Raika from where he was. The fact that she had blood covering a good portion of herself it was difficult for him to tell at first, however his Ghost Sense briefly activating to reveal neither of the two were close to death. He would watch in silence amazement as Valen unleashed a breath of fire much like the one he had seen Sero use in the past, 'a testament of the power that he held' as his master had said. Azrael of course was fascinated by anyone that could manipulate elements, as he found himself incapable of such feats, he had his own skills but many times they would pale in comparison to those of others. Azrael would watch the fire burn the entire camp down, until the embers of what was no longer held the glow of heat. Turning to see the others already beginning to walk towards their next task, Azrael would move to follow them. He would remain silent as they walked, his voice had been strained enough, though his mind would begin to wonder as he listened to the others talking.

    His mind took him back to the moment he stood before the Bijuu Kukuo in his master's mind, the beast was much stronger than he was. Not simply physically like it's obvious with the three that were with him, but mentally. It was something that stung the Yurei to his core, he prided himself upon being the smartest individual but if he paled in comparison to that of a beast, how smart was he really? If he could improve his skills in breaking down mental blocks and obstacles, then he could one day take on the beast once more. Of course, he doubted that any of these pathetic criminals they were going after would offer such a challenge. Even the three that were with him, posed little challenge for him. The most disappointing of the bunch would be his recently discovered half-sister, she had him beat physically, but her mental capabilities were lacking. Azrael prefer the mental game of Chess, the challenge of it, but when he can not find a decent challenge he is easily bored. Still if she actually tried, she could one day, provide him with at least a small challenge.

    Azrael's attention would be brought back to the present when More landed upon Raika's head and cawed, their green eyes locked onto the meat she held. Never would land on Azrael's shoulders, their pink eyes glaring at More as they cawed. Considering Valen burned all the other remains of the slaughter, it wasn't surprising to him that they were hungry. Though they could wait till later in his opinion, they would hunt for food later when they made camp and the two of them could eat with the rest of them. Azrael wished he could figure out a way to communicate with people the way he could with his Ravens, then they could speak telepathically and he wouldn't have to strain his voice so much. Considering how much he hated talking, something like that would be extremely useful.


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    Renown: 1250
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    Speed: D
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    Intelligence: A
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    Post by Valen Minamoto Sat Dec 10, 2022 11:02 pm

    The question that came up was whether or not they could demolish the building around the heads of the terrorist cell. The scroll was lacking in details about the building though which made it difficult to say for sure. Valen though had a different idea in mind for it but it did somewhat depend on the layout when they arrived. Still, he would probably issue the challenge he was thinking of regardless. “Possible, but it’s more possible that I make the challenge for it something involving not doing that. We don’t have enough information as of yet. However, expect me to make it more difficult than the last. Or at least challenge you in a different way. The last one was targeted more toward efficient brutality. I’ll aim to make the next one a bit different.” He would say as he moved toward the next objective.

    The manor was a distance away and it was on the way toward the third mission in the chain. A group of missing ninja had been mucking around Kirigakure and gaining power. They would need to be removed before they gained more and started causing real problems. For now though they would need to deal with the terrorist faction taking refuge in that abandoned manor. Some of the manor homes around the village outskirts were old, but sprawling places. With plenty of space to hide and plenty of room to recruit people into their ranks. They provided a perfect base of operations for clandestine groups trying to cause havoc.

    Idly he tapped the hilt of Hai no Ha, his katana belted at his hip. He wondered if he should get involved in the next one yet or not. So far the three had done well against the targets they had been pitted up against. However a secluded camp with only a few tents was different from a manor home with multiple entrances, possibly other floors, and other such locations and hiding places. It was possible he might need to get involved just to ensure that nothing bad happened. “If at any point in these missions any of you require aid. Say my name, some of these missions might be more difficult than others and my goal during them is to challenge you and help push the envelope to allow you to grow. As previously explained. However, the goal is not to let you die wastefully. Do not let foolish pride be the death of you.” He would explain, his tone neutral.

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