Located on a lower elevation where temperatures were more mild the three Genin would be given instructions to meet up at the designated location for their next training exercise. These instructions were given one day prior to its date via mail. The details of the message were important. Rather than a vague, generic message detailing the location, it was more descriptive of the activity:
Survival Training!
As a Shinobi of the Iwagakure no sato, you are expected to participate in a survival exercise with your Sensei. If you are receiving this message, this means your time has come. Survival training is a rigorous activity which requires quick thought, physical prowess, and superior teamwork. Do not take this lightly. Being one of the most advanced training sessions on the continent, death is possible. Come well-rested, armed, and mentally stable like you would for an on-field mission. Failure to attend this mandatory training will result in severe punishment, including dishonorable discharge from Iwagakure's military service.
Masuyo Kaede | Academic Operations Director
Shinobi Military of Iwagakure no Sato
600 S. Academic District, Suite 350, Iwagakure no Sato, Tsuchi no Kuni
Masuyo had prepared herself in advance, giving two days of rest and leisure time to prepare herself mentally. She was excited herself, having bubble guts throughout her rest period. To have all of her students participating as a unit was something she had yet tested. There was no better way to start that off by utilizing the generic bell test. Though, her version was its own unique twist.
Masuyo wore the standard gear most Shinobi in Iwagakure wear. Her footwear consisted of standard black sandals fitted for comfort and security. With the toes and heel left exposed they provided additional balance, while the rest of the foot up to the ankle was protected by the thick material of the sandal. The soles of the sandals are reinforced with hardened material to resist heavy impacts and wear. Fishnet tights draw from her feet all the way up the entire length of her legs designed to fit snugly and providing minimal warmth while still remaining breathable in hotter conditions. A pair of tight black shorts reach down nearly five inches above her knees. White bandage wrap is wrapped around her right thigh which has a navy blue holster strapped over. Around her waist she wears the basic utility belt which carries two green holsters on her right side along with a tool pouch around her back side and a canteen to the far left. She wears a red lapel on her left side extending down to her knee not interfering with her access to her tools.
A red top is worn with loose sleeves reaching down just a little past her elbows. This is reinforced with a brown leather flak jacket provided by Iwagakure's armory which serves as issued the issued armor. This is accompanied by an additional tool pouch which is wrapped around the abdomen facing the front instead of being on the rear. On both hands Masuyo wears a set of fingerless black gloves backed with small steel plates providing comfort and protection. Around her neck Masuyo wears her forehead protector as a collar. The black cloth is tied in a knot around the back side of her neck with the steel plate facing the front for identification. The steel plate has Iwagakure's emblem engraved on the front. Masuyo has straight black hair which extends down to her mid back. Two strands of hair drop down touching her chest which leads into her bangs which are cut shorter and swept to her right side. She stands at 5'9 weighing approximately 145 lbs. Her fair skin is complimented with her voluptuous form which is completed with a pair of hazel eyes.
Their training location was actually a somewhat lush jungle, which was unusual being apart of the land known for its rocks. It was more humid, being warmer and closer to running water. Although light shined through, some of the more dense areas were rather dark. It was perfect. Their starting point was rather generic, being an empty lot, the grass of it being mostly tread on leaving lots of bald spots. A small, almost insignificant stream barely two meters in width, and only three feet deep ran through the break of the treeline on the western end of the clearing. The clearing was abundant in sunlight as it was in the afternoon, though as the sun would slowly draw near nightfall, the jungle would become increasingly darker by the minute.
Survival Training!
As a Shinobi of the Iwagakure no sato, you are expected to participate in a survival exercise with your Sensei. If you are receiving this message, this means your time has come. Survival training is a rigorous activity which requires quick thought, physical prowess, and superior teamwork. Do not take this lightly. Being one of the most advanced training sessions on the continent, death is possible. Come well-rested, armed, and mentally stable like you would for an on-field mission. Failure to attend this mandatory training will result in severe punishment, including dishonorable discharge from Iwagakure's military service.
Masuyo Kaede | Academic Operations Director
Shinobi Military of Iwagakure no Sato
600 S. Academic District, Suite 350, Iwagakure no Sato, Tsuchi no Kuni
Masuyo had prepared herself in advance, giving two days of rest and leisure time to prepare herself mentally. She was excited herself, having bubble guts throughout her rest period. To have all of her students participating as a unit was something she had yet tested. There was no better way to start that off by utilizing the generic bell test. Though, her version was its own unique twist.
Masuyo wore the standard gear most Shinobi in Iwagakure wear. Her footwear consisted of standard black sandals fitted for comfort and security. With the toes and heel left exposed they provided additional balance, while the rest of the foot up to the ankle was protected by the thick material of the sandal. The soles of the sandals are reinforced with hardened material to resist heavy impacts and wear. Fishnet tights draw from her feet all the way up the entire length of her legs designed to fit snugly and providing minimal warmth while still remaining breathable in hotter conditions. A pair of tight black shorts reach down nearly five inches above her knees. White bandage wrap is wrapped around her right thigh which has a navy blue holster strapped over. Around her waist she wears the basic utility belt which carries two green holsters on her right side along with a tool pouch around her back side and a canteen to the far left. She wears a red lapel on her left side extending down to her knee not interfering with her access to her tools.
A red top is worn with loose sleeves reaching down just a little past her elbows. This is reinforced with a brown leather flak jacket provided by Iwagakure's armory which serves as issued the issued armor. This is accompanied by an additional tool pouch which is wrapped around the abdomen facing the front instead of being on the rear. On both hands Masuyo wears a set of fingerless black gloves backed with small steel plates providing comfort and protection. Around her neck Masuyo wears her forehead protector as a collar. The black cloth is tied in a knot around the back side of her neck with the steel plate facing the front for identification. The steel plate has Iwagakure's emblem engraved on the front. Masuyo has straight black hair which extends down to her mid back. Two strands of hair drop down touching her chest which leads into her bangs which are cut shorter and swept to her right side. She stands at 5'9 weighing approximately 145 lbs. Her fair skin is complimented with her voluptuous form which is completed with a pair of hazel eyes.
Their training location was actually a somewhat lush jungle, which was unusual being apart of the land known for its rocks. It was more humid, being warmer and closer to running water. Although light shined through, some of the more dense areas were rather dark. It was perfect. Their starting point was rather generic, being an empty lot, the grass of it being mostly tread on leaving lots of bald spots. A small, almost insignificant stream barely two meters in width, and only three feet deep ran through the break of the treeline on the western end of the clearing. The clearing was abundant in sunlight as it was in the afternoon, though as the sun would slowly draw near nightfall, the jungle would become increasingly darker by the minute.
