NSRP: Shinobi Legends ( Prologue Arc | IC Thread )

[Champster]

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[Shimo "Aisu" Yuki, Near Konohagakure]

[color=#ffffff]"Shouldn't we already arrive at the village? Watching you constantly run is rather boring and quite tiresome, [i]boy.[/i]"[/color]

Shimo merely scoffed at his remark and said nothing. He shrugged and thought he'd best ignore [i]him[/i]. The ability to hear someone trapped inside a sword had its uses and advantages, but its drawbacks of having one were increasingly annoying, too. One might even consider him a madman for talking to himself. A lunatic driven insane for unknown reasons or purposes. If only he'd simply drop the blade and run, escape from its unending, bothersome chatter. If only it were that simple. But alas, the sword meant so much to Shimo that he couldn't. He wouldn't. He'd simply just have to get used to it and its [i]curse[/i]. However, he often wondered as to why his father chose this specific sword as his gift to Shimo -- A blade that actually speaks to its wielder. A complete and utter nuisance, really.

[color=#ffffff]"Looks like we've made it. [i]Finally[/i], the hidden leaf village over at the horizon ... Might I ask as to [i]why[/i] we're here?" [/color]

It spoke yet again, and only Shimo alone could hear him. He sighed deeply as he rolled over his eyes. Clearly his patience was being tested. The arrival of one Shimo Yuki at the main southern gates - Although "Aisu" as he prefers people call him instead - sparked no interests nor suspicions from the hidden leaf guards watching over the entrance. His travels to said village were constant and always remained subtle visits, too -- Only on rare occasions would he become involved in such troublesome matters. He stopped momentarily at the entrance and observed his surroundings and soon later at the village within. Shimo had heard rumors of a troubling matter here or near the hidden leaf village and thought it was best to investigate. Perhaps in doing so would aid him in his search for uncovering the truth behind his sword, [i]Tsumetai[/i], and its mysterious prisoner locked inside.

[color=#ffffff]"I may be able speak to you through your thick skull, [i]boy[/i], but I cannot hear your idiotic, no doubt unpleasant, thoughts."[/color]

[Raven des blutroten Mondes]

[Gakuya Yamada, Konohagakure]

He runs through the forest trying to get to the hidden leaf the Raikage's words echoing through his head. This is such a pain he thinks to himself why do i have to go tell the Hokage. He reaches the gates of the Hidden Leaf he looks at the guards and shows a note from the Raikage and they let him in.

[ANBU]

[Kazuya, Iwagakure]

Kazuya walked through Iwagakure his presence most likely noticed by most of the townspeople though he ignored most on his way through the town keeping silent. "[i]Iwa after so long.. seems so bland.. my presence here is most likely keeping this village capable of surviving if anyone tried to attack though everyone here is the same as they have been for the last 10 years.. I wonder if any of the other members would recognize me if I tried paying a visit.. what village was that one from,.. Shinn.. it was Suna wasn't it?[/i]" Kazuya thought to himself walking through the city towards the Tsuchikages mansion.

[BLUR]

[Shinn Kazama, Sunagakure]

Standing atop an apartment building seemingly made of pure sand, the Kazama clan apartment, Shinn was watching Suna. Nothing unusual was ever happening, yet Shinn would love to do this anyway. "[i]Such a great moment of peace, all because of your sacrifice, Yamada Ryoku...[/i]" But Shinn knew that this peace would not last for long. Peace never lasts, any ninja knows that. "I will keep this peace as long as I can to the best of my ability Yamada, your sacrifice will not be in vain..." Shinn said to himself. He then jumped off of the building and landed perfectly. He then began walking toward the gates of Suna.

[Champster]

[Shimo "Aisu" Yuki, Konohagakure]

[color=white]"Did you hear me, [i]boy[/i]?" asked Tsumetai, annoyed about being ignored. "Or shall I continue talking until you speak to me."[/color]

"Shut up," growled Shimo, obviously irritated. "I'd drop and abandon you long ago if you weren't given to me as a gift."

The lone member of the Yuki clan looked over his shoulder for a brief moment before casually making his way into the village, observing his surroundings beforehand. It had been a long, no doubt frustrating, day. And the constant chatter of a certain individual only made things worse for him. The lively people of Konoha appeared to enjoy the tranquility and peace the Ninja Task Force miraculously bestowed upon between the Five Great Shinobi Villages. Only rarely did troublesome matters occur during these past ten years. And when things did turn out for the worse, the legendary Five-Man Cell would most likely thwart any enemy who were foolish enough to do so. Witnessing the spirited people of Konohagakure and living their daily lives somehow rejuvenated Shimo from his previous irritated mood and seemed eager to explore the village.

"Right, time to find out whats been happening lately," he smiled and casually walked through the streets, asking about rumors and the like.



[?, Unknown Location]

Deep within a dense forest in the middle of nowhere, a secluded cave sheltered members of the organization known as [i]Akatsuki[/i]. A powerful group of international criminals, misfits or simply psychotic individuals gathered here waiting patiently, some impatiently, for the others and their leader to arrive. Only a small handful of candlelight's hanging by the walls lit the grotto. Just barely. And in the center of said cave were several shadowy figures, two or three sitting on rocks or the floor itself, standing and formed an incomplete circle.

"This is all of us? Where are the others? Mukizu and Ryuzan aren't back yet?" said a cloaked individual, whom was the tallest amongst them. "In fact, where is the leader?"

The others simply said nothing and remained silent. Just then, a man named Mukizu arrived and stood idly by the entrance with arms crossed upon his chest. He was tall, muscular-built and his orange Mohawk-like hair was the only thing that seemed unusual about his appearance. "They'll be here, [i]Yasuragi[/i]," he answered, casually. "It takes a while for some of us to gather here when we're all scattered throughout world." The tall one, Yasuragi, turned and glanced at Mukizu, his eyes partially closed slits, as the newly arrived member approached them.

"The time is at hand," said a man whom recently emerged from the shadows. Their leader had materialized before them and discussed something urgent with his fellow members of [i]Akatsuki[/i]. "The Kage Summit will begin soon. And what better way to sever the heads of our enemies when they've gathered in one location, and thus destroying their last bit of hope by killing the members of the Ninja Task Force and the Gokage."

[BLUR]

[Shinn Kazama, Sunagakure]

[i]"I should get going now, the kage summit starts soon and it takes a while to walk to the Fire Country". [/i]Shinn reached Sunagakure's gates and walked out. [i]"I wonder, who is going to be the replacement for you? Whoever it will be has no idea what their getting themselves into." [/i]Shinn put his hands in his pockets, and looked up at the sky with his bandaged face. "Isn't that right Yamada?" He said aloud. He then began laughing to himself. If anyone was to see him they would think him to be insane. After a small while, Shinn reached Tanigakure, he went inside the village and found a place to eat. [i]"Might as well fill myself up before I get there." [/i]He paid the man and awaited his ramen.

[Champster]

[Mukizu, Unknown Location]

"Understood," nodded Mukizu after receiving his orders. "Well, if that's everything, we'll be off then." He spun slowly, his general direction being the exit. "Yasuragi!" he called out, looking over his shoulder before leaving. "Lets go." The time had arrived. [i]Akatsuki[/i] was setting out to complete whatever goals they wanted achieved, and the first phase was to eliminate the current members of the Ninja Task Force and the Gokage all at once.

"[i]Ho[/i], we're actually going through this, aren't we." replied Yasuragi, a malicious grin crosses his face as turns and follows his partner closely from behind.


[Shimo "Aisu" Yuki, Konohagakure]

Shimo wandered throughout the streets of Konoha for quite a bit, exchanging conversations between villagers whenever he could. He enjoyed listening to others as they told countless tales, rumors and legends of the old. And he was always fascinated each and every time someone told him the story of how the Ninja Task Force defeated their greatest foe, despite how all the odds were against them.

[color=white]"Idiot!" growled Tsumetai. "You're like a child whose always eager to hear this pointless tale over and over again." [/color]

Shimo ignored [i]him[/i] and continued onward once the tale ended. It always was truly inspirational, he thought, to hear it again and again. He'd hope one day he would prove himself when the time comes when he too joins the ranks of the Ninja Task Force. But he had his doubts about it, despite being handpicked as a candidate should the member from Kirigakure step down from his position. The sudden growl of his hungry stomach brought him back to reality and entered the nearest ramen shop he could find.

"Ichiraku... " he'd uttered, reading the title of the restaurant.

[ANBU]

[Kazuya, Iwagakure]
Kazuya arrived at the Tsuchikage's mansion within a minute or so of walking and upon heading inside found what appeared to be two of the village's nin suiting up, "[i]so these two are going to be their guard then?.. oh well If anything exciting happens t the summit I'll at least have something to do[/i]" he then thought to himself as he passed the two without a word or sound to alert them to his presence until he arrived at the door to the office/room in which the tsuchikage had been the last time Kazuya had seen him, "Tsuchikage.. you in there?.. the summit is soon isn't it?" he then said just loud enough to be heard most likely making to two guards jump due to suddenly noticing him.

[Champster]

[Tsuchikage's Assistant, Iwagakure]

The muffled footsteps of someone approaching for the door and the individual inside quickly turns the knob before opening said door, revealing a young female. Immediately, Kazuya recognizes her. "I'm afraid he's already left, Master Kazuya," answered the Tsuchikage's assistant. "If you hurry, you might catch up with him. He's leaving towards near Konohagakure. I'm not entirely certain where, exactly, but I have no doubt that you'll find him."


[Shimo "Aisu" Yuki, Konohagakure]

"Thanks," smiled Shimo. The ramen placed in front of him smelled quite delicious, and the savory aroma it created made his mouth all watery with saliva. "Its been a while since I last ate." he thought to himself, grabbing his chopsticks before eating quickly.

[color=white]"I cannot believe you are hungry at a time like this," Tsumetai muttered. "You're an insolent, lazy individual whose wasted my time enough already!"[/color]

Shimo merely scoffed and made no reply. "I'm not even going to dignify that with a response." he thought, swallowing noodles as he did. He was enjoying his hot bowl of ramen too much to even speak or retort. The ramen shop was unusually warm, and no doubt was bustling with business. The hot bowl of ramen in front of Shimo was empty, and gladly paid the owner right after he'd finish eating it. The rumors of the legendary Ichiraku shop he heard about were true, after all.


[Mukizu & Yasuragi, Unknown Location]

"I'm beginning to wonder if this is a good plan at all, Mukizu," sighed Yasuragi. "Attacking the Ninja Task Force [i]and[/i] the Gokage all at once? That seems a bit too much, even if the entire [i]Akatsuki[/i] members were to battle it out against them."

Mukizu didn't appear to of heard his partner talk at all. His mind was elsewhere. Pondering hard at something he'd been thinking about lately. Something he found quite strange. "Is it possible?" Mukizu thought. "Yasuragi," he suddenly said. "Have you noticed something peculiar regarding the leader. He's hiding something. He hasn't even mentioned his name once nor has he shown himself."

Yasuragi hesitated to reply. But only for a moment. "I try not to think about it," he chuckled. "Besides, I'm not in the least interested in finding out who he really is. Anyway, we're approaching our destination soon. You'd better concentrate at the task at hand when we get there, Mukizu, or else you'll regret it."

"[i]Tch[/i], I suppose you're right," muttered Mukizu. "But somethings not right about all this and you know it."

[BLUR]

[Shinn Kazama, Tanigakure]

After enjoying his nice, hot bowl of ramen, Shinn stood up and thanked the chef. He started again for the gates. [i]"I wonder if 'ol Kazekage has already made it." [/i]Shinn reached the gates and left Tanigakure[i]. [/i]He climbed a tree outside of Tani and began hopping branching hoping to reach Konohagakure faster and without anyone seeing him. Soon enough, Shinn was able to see Konohagakure in the distance. He jumped a few more trees before finally stopping. "The summit should be somewhere here, or maybe I'm in the wrong place? I was never good with directions...." Shinn said aloud

[Champster]

[Shimo "Aisu" Yuki, Konohagakure]

[color=white]"Shouldn't you be heading back?" asked Tsumetai. "They won't tolerate you being here for so long, [i]Aisu[/i]!"[/color]

Shimo couldn't help but let out a brief chuckle. "Relax. I'm sure they won't mind at all," Shimo answered. Villagers close by all glared at him, confused. Some thought of him as crazy, but he didn't care. He was used to it for years now. "Besides, I'm trying to help you out, aren't I?" Taking a step back, Shimo leapt and landed on the building closest to him and began running from rooftops to rooftops until he found what he was looking for.

[color=white]"[i]Tch[/i], you sure take your time doing so," Tsumetai scoffed. "At least tell me what or who're we looking for." [/color]

Shimo didn't have the slightest clue as to what it was. Regardless, he remained positive and kept his composure. "Don't worry yourself, Tsumetai. When I find it, we'll know."

[kokuzoku, Near Konohagakure]

"I'm at a loss," muttered kokuzoku, flatly. For hours now, he couldn't find the location of the meeting that would soon take place near the village of Konoha. "I should of went with the others as we departed." He knew it was bound to be here somewhere, but the exact position was a mystery to him. Then, he saw someone familiar off in the distance. "[i]Oi[/i]!" kokuzoku yelled, trying to grab the attention of Shinn Kazuma approaching towards him by waving both arms. "Shinn! Over here!" Perhaps, he thought, Shinn would know where the Kage Summit was taking place.

[ANBU]

Kazuya noticed the assistant as she opened the door listening as he turned and walked away a few steps, "fool left withlout his guard or me.. Is he trying to makie me need to take his spot?" Kazuya then muttered before seemingly vanishing using the swift release to move faster than normally able to. Kazuya managed to catch sight of the Tsuchikage after as couple of mminutes moving at that speed by which time Kazuya was slightly exaughsted. "Kuchiyose: Red" he then said as he held a hand out summoning a large red tortoise which appeared to have large panther-like legs as Kazuya jumped onto it. "You know you really sahouldn't leave without ytour guard or me.. we don't know if some fools actually decided to try to attack the Kages on the way to the summit, and with you gone that'd leave me with your desk job" Kazuya then said seeming more worried about being stuck with the desk job of being the Kage.

[BLUR]

[Shinn Kazama, Outside Konohagakure]

Shinn's eyes traveled to where he heard his name being called and saw a figure in the distance waving his hands. He realized the figure was none other than the Task Force representative of the Village Hidden in the Mist, Kokuzoku. "Zoku! Actually no I'm lost just as you are," he laughed while walking towards Kokuzoku. Shinn scratched the back of his head. He probably seemed stupid for not knowing where the Kage Summit was taking place, but there was nothing he could do about it. He finally stopped walking once he was in front of Kokuzoku. "You think maybe the Hokage is hiding it with genjutsu?" He asked Kokuzoku.

[Dad]

[Ayanasu Juntao, Unknown Location]

"[i]I'm late[/i]," Ayanasu thought to himself. Slowly slipping inside of the damp grotto, near it's entrance, Ayanasu managed to catch the last of the discussion from their clouded leader. Ayanasu thought their leader was clouded because none of the Akatsuki knew anything about him. Not his name, not his appearance. . . nothing about this man was distinguishable excluding his voice.

"[i]The Kage Summit will begin soon. And what better way to sever the heads of our enemies when they've gathered in one location, and thus destroying their last bit of hope by killing the members of the Ninja Task Force and the Gokage." [/i]

As the leader finished, Mukizu and Yasuragi quickly took their leaves on the mission. There was no need in getting left behind again, so Ayanasu decided to quietly follow the two on their road trip to the Kage Summit.

After a few moments of travel, Mukizu said said something that sparked Ayanasu's interest. "[i]Something's not right here, and you know it[/i]," said Mukizu. And Ayanasu totally agreed. For a man who claims himself to be leader of the Akatsuki, a known group of powerful rebels with the abilities to wipe vast nations off the face of the earth, to remain masked to his fellow comrades in crime, was extremely odd. But Ayanasu was not going to question someone who was going to lead his allies to victory.

Finally stepping further up to the left of Mukizu, Ayanasu spoke. "I suppose you're right, Mukizu. Surely taking on such a large number of our sworn enemies at one time can be dangerous. But when you have this kind of power," he said pausing, staring at his right hand, which balled into a fist. "You don't hesitate to use it. The faster we rid ourselves of this Shinobi nuisance the better."

[Champster]

[Mukizu & Yasuragi, Unknown Location]

Startled at the sudden appearance of their ally, Yasuragi sighed with relief once he knew it was Ayanasu. For a moment there he thought they were found by the Ninja Task Force, but he was able to rest once more. "Ayanasu!? Why are you here?" Yasuragi asked, curious. "Where's your partner, anyway... Wait, do we travel in threes, now?" Yasuragi was confused, scratching the back of his head as he did. Mukizu simply nodded along what Ayanasu was saying and eventually shrugged the thought out of his head -- For now, anyway. He soon focused his attention what he and Yasuragi were assigned to do and nothing else. "Wait," he ordered, stopping for a moment. "Go scout ahead, Yasuragi. I'd like to talk to Ayanasu for a bit." Without hesitation, Yasuragi nodded once and dashed off towards the location of their destination, which wasn't very far off now.

After making sure that Yasuragi was completely gone, Mukizu turned to Ayanasu before asking him, "I tried to tell Yasuragi this, but he remains uncooperative about it and isn't willing to listen." He paused, gathering his thoughts before informing him what he knew. But before doing so, he wanted to know one thing first. "Have you ever heard of them? The [i]Shinobi Order[/i]?" Mukizu muttered. "Call me superstitious, but I believe they exist."


[Kokuzoku & ?, Outside of Konohagakure]

Kokuzoku held out his arm, offering his old ally a handshake. "I certainly hope not," Kokuzoku smiled, his red eyes gleam as he sees Shinns'. "I'm beginning to wonder if we're even invited to the meeting at all." After letting out a brief forced laughter, and thus letting go of Shinn's hand, he turned towards the village and wondered if it was true at all. But the idea immediately shot right out of his head once he thought it was ridiculous. "We should probably ask someone who knows. Question is, who?" Kokuzoku raised an eyebrow, puzzled. But that confused look of his vanished soon after he realized who it was. "I think I know someone." Kokuzoku motioned Shinn to follow him with a gesture of his hand. But before he could even leave, however, he paused for a moment as he turned in one particular direction. Kazuya no doubt was aware of this, as well, when they noticed someone approaching.

"[i]Ho[/i], its an honor to finally meet two of the four legendary members of the Task Force, [i]Shinn Kazuma[/i] and [i]Kokuzoku Hitteki[/i]," grinned Yasuragi, the dark akatsuki cloak fluttering with the wind. "I'm sorry, where are my manners. I'm Yasuragi, formerly known as the [i]Demon King[/i] of Kirigakure." The tall figure, his chakra dark and ominous, stood fifteen feet away from the duo as the grin on his face shifted into a sinister-like smile before he'd bow, showing his respect for the two in front of him. "This isn't going to be easy. And here I thought there would be only one of you," Yasuragi sighed heavily before standing firmly once more. The akatsuki member tilted his head slightly to his left before casually asking, "Do you know where the Kage Summit is taking place? I'm told it was suppose to be somewhere near here. There is something that I must do." Yasuragi wasn't an idiot or suicidal, he was simply being polite.


[Tsuchikage, Near Iwagakure]

"[i]Tch[/i], the nerve!" growled the Tsuchikage, irritated. "The [i]Sugoi Tsuchi-Kami[/i] doesn't need bodyguards!" he added, picking up his pace. The Tsuchikage was a selfish and stubborn man who, at the time during the Ninja Task Force was formed, elected himself to become a member of the Five-Man Cell. However, since he was the Tsuchikage, the elder councilors of Iwa strongly disagreed and instead chose Kazuya, much to Tsuchikages' annoyance. "Besides, who would dare approach the [i]Sugoi Tsuchi-Kami[/i], anyway," Tsuchikage smirked. "Why, during the war the other Kages feared to even confront me, let alone fight the[i] Sugoi Tsuchi-Kami[/i]." Chuckling with forced laughter, the leader of Iwagakure soon formed an idea. "Say, would you like me to have the Ninja Task Force disbanded? We don't necessarily [i]need[/i] the Five-Man Cell anymore now that we've maintained peace long enough." the man grinned devilishly, teasing Kazuya.

The two bodyguards escorting the Tsuchikage yelled as they ran towards them, cursing themselves for being left behind. "[i]Great[/i]...I've always disliked those two," thought Tsuchikage. "Come to think of it, I dislike everyone... "

[BLUR]

[Shinn Kazama, Outside Konohagakure]

Shinn shook Kokuzoku's hand. As Kokuzoku spoke, Shinn nodded. Zoku motioned for Shinn to follow him when a man started approaching the two from behind. He turned around to see a man in a black cloak covered in dark red clouds with white outlines. The man was a shinobi, and by the looks of his headband, he was from the Mist. But there was something unique about his headband. [i]"The sign of the Village Hidden in the Mist is crossed out, this man must be a missing-nin."[/i] The missing-nin introduced himself as Yasuragi, the Demon King of Kirigakure.

"Zoku, your from Kiri, do you know this guy?" Shinn asked. Meanwhile he took out his kunai and took a defensive stance. "To be hinest with you I don't even know where the Kage Summit is, but I wouldn't tell someone who calls themselves "Demon King of Kirigakure" that kind of information anyway. Now answer me, which organization are you from? I have never seen that cloak before," Shinn said.

[ANBU]

[Kazuya, With Tsuchikage in Land of Earth]

"My position in the five-man cell holds no real need at the moment as there is peace but if there is a party that is capable of proving too much for me to handle on my own, despite the unlikelihood of this, you leaving on your own would merely be giving them someone to squash no? and as I already said that would leave me with the desk job of being Tsuchikage which I'd quite prefer to avoid being stuck in.." Kazuya then said just loud enough for the tsuchikage to hear before the bodyguards caught up, Kazuya's longest talks being those with the stubborn man and Kage of Iwagakure who Kazuya always referred to as a fool for believing himself more capable then Kazuya who was most likely the strongest in Iwa and the Land in which their village resided among with being stubborn to the point he probably wouldn't retreat from any battle the way Kazuya had known him.

[Dad]

[Ayanasu, Unknown Location]

Yasuragi was ushered away on a scouting mission, while Ayanasu and Mukizu were left behind to discuss something that was clearly important. Ayanasu doubted strongly that Mukizu would send Yasuragi away if he didn't feel strongly about a topic. But this. . . . this was something on a completely different level.

"[i]Call me superstitious but I think they exist[/i]." The Shinobi Order. How intriguing that would prove to be. If this was both real and accurate, that could possibly mean that the Special Ninja Task Force was nothing more than a ruse to draw enemies of the five Great Nations away from their more prized allies. But what reason could there be for another special Nina Force?

"I dunno Mukizu. But if you're right," Ayanasu said glaring into the distance. "Then there's a good chance the Great Nations are expecting a resistance. But after so many [i]long[/i] years, I doubt they are expecting [i]us[/i]," he said with a dark chuckle. Even if the Great Nations were expecting a resistance, this resistance. . . the Akatsuki, were one of, if not [i]the[/i] strongest resistance in the Ninja World. With the combined power of all the Akatsuki members, no Ninja could stand in their way.

[Champster]

[Kokuzoku & Yasuragi, Outside of Konohagakure]

"[i]I-Impossible...[/i]!" Kokuzoku uttered, his eyes widening in shock. The tall man standing in front of them was indeed an [i]S-Class Missing-Nin[/i], but what made Kokuzoku really perplexed and astonished was the fact that during the time before he was branded a traitor, Yasuragi wasn't any ordinary shinobi from Kirigakure. "The former [i]Sixth[/i] [b]Mizukage[/b]!?!" His former leader, and mentor, let out a brief malicious chuckle the moment Zoku's words were out of his mouth. "[i]Ho[/i], and here I thought I was long forgotten," Yasuragi mutters, tilting his head back into a normal position. "I cannot relinquish that information so easily, [i]Shinn Kazuma[/i]. Besides, if you're not going to tell me where the Kage Summit is taking place, than why must [i]I[/i] surrender the name and its purpose to you? Its not how things work."

Kokuzoku clenched his teeth together, his aggressiveness still lurking within him. This man, Yasuragi, the former Sixth Mizukage, was responsible for the deaths of thousands during the war. And when it finally concluded, he was the only individual within the Gokage at the time who refused to allow the treaty to come to pass. And in the long run stalled the formation of the Ninja Task Force ten years ago. His actions caused an uproar back in Kirigakure. Feeling betrayed when his councilors and people back home disagreed with his decision, Yasuragi abandoned his title as the Sixth Mizukage and immediately left Kirigakure. "Why are you here!?" the former [i]Red Demon[/i] asks, drawing his sword slowly from its sheath. "What purpose do you want achieved at the Kage Summit anyway?"

"[i]Me[/i]? Oh, I don't know. Perhaps the forfeit lives of some here and there," Yasuragi answered, his diabolically smile never vanishes. "But really, I only came here as a spectator and nothing else. I do not wish to fight the [i]legendary[/i] [i]Shinn Kazuma[/i] and [i]Kokuzoku Hitteki[/i] of the Ninja Task Force."

"Careful," Zoku warned Shinn as he stood in his battle stance. "He isn't called the [i]Demon King[/i] for nothing."


[Tsuchikage, Between the Borders of Fire & Earth]

The Tsuchikage growled, grumbling at Kazuya for his constant insolence. "If you weren't a member of the Ninja Task Force, I'd have you removed and replaced immediately for your insubordination and for continually disrespecting me, the [i]Sugoi Tsuchi-Kami[/i]!" The arrival of his two bodyguards made the Tsuchikage that much more irritated then before. "There!" he said, annoyed. "I have my two escorts with me. Now as your Tsuchikage, I command you to scout ahead of us. We'll reach Konoha before nightfall." His pacing slowed, allowing Kazuya to venture forth on his own now that the Tsuchikage was escorted. "And don't come back unless its urgent!"



[Mukizu, Near Konohagakure]

Mukizu shook his head. "The thing about the Shinobi Order," he said. "Is that they are not allied to any of the Great Nations." He tried explaining to Ayanasu what little he knew about them, and how all this was connected together. Mukizu was a keen analyst, and the information he gathered all these years with him proved that. "Their true purpose remains a mystery, but I know for a fact that the [i]lone individual[/i] ten years back was one-..." His words were evidently cut short when he and Ayanasu both heard an explosion and the earth rumbling not far off from them. "Yasuragi," he hisses. "Whats he doing?!"

[ANBU]

[Kazuya, Between Land of Fire & Land of Earth borders]

"yes.. and then I wouldn't have to sit nearby and argue with you whenever you try to leave on your own.." Kazuya then said before speeding up slightly. "If you see me stop for whatever reason I suggest you stay back, either the problem would be dealt with quickly or atleast able to be moved away.." Kazuya then said more to the two guards than the tsuchikage who he knew would object to something like this. Kazuya and 'Red' then moved further forwards from the others Kazuya sitting there seemingly relaxed whilst the large creature that was red walked calmly despite having sped up.

[Dad]

[Ayanasu, Near Konohagakure]

Just as Mukizu was explaining in detail, the history of the Shinobi Order, a loud, thundering boom cut him off. Apparently this had something to do with Yasurgi, and drawing this kind of attention to their activities was not good. Despite the sudden explosion, the brief words Mukizu had spoken lingered with Ayanasu.

". . . . [i]lone individual[/i]. . . " A single man? To establish something that could potentially be the most deadly of Ninja Tasks Forces (so Ayanasu had assumed) would take a team of extremely powerful persons. But for one individual to do it alone. . . this was surely perplexing. "I guess the Shinobi Order will have to wait, eh? Let's go check on our dear friend," Ayanasu suggested, leaping off towards the explosion. Hopefully Yasuragi hadn't already gotten himself killed, or killed others for that matter. The task at hand was to attack at the Kage Summit. This was [i]far[/i] too soon.

[BLUR]

[Shinn Kazama, Near Konohagakure]

[i]"The Sixth Mizukage is a Missing-nin?!?! How could a shinobi who was once the most powerful in his nation run away like a coward? Perhaps he had felt betrayed, either way there is no need to fight him unless he is a threat, which I think he is, but I need to make sure." [/i]Shinn stared at Yasuragi, unable to believe this evil man was once the leader of the Mist.

"I don't want to or need to fight you either, but if you don't tell me what the true goals of this organization you work for is, I will have no other choice but to fight you until you do!" Shinn exclaimed. The mysterious organization that this Yasarugi, or Demon King, worked for was obviously no joke. To have someone as infamous as the former Mizukage working [i]for[/i] them must mean that the true leaders, or even possibly, leader had to be one of the most powerful shinobi alive. But the most powerful shinobi in history has already been killed, so who could be pulling the strings in this organization....?

[Fake]

[Hideki Kazanagi, Hidden in a tree, watching over the scene beneath him][color=#ffffe0] <-- Trolololol [/color]

An ominous wind fanned Hideki, tension grew between Yasurgi and the two Special Ninja Task Force men, which Yasurgi had referred to as [i]Shinn Kazuma[/i] and [i]Kokuzoku Hittek. [/i]Hideki sat high up in a large tree, visibly perfect for spectating the mocking duel that was crucially near the edge of breaking into a formidable battle. Hidekis feet dangled on the edge of the tree, his katana resting on his shoulder. He stared down at the two men Yasurgi faced, they both exuded large amounts of chakra and they would indeed be more than a test for the Demon King of Kirigakure. Hidekis mouth corners curled upwards and the ghost of a smile graced his lips as he saw determination and slight fear flare up in the opponents narrowed eyes. [i]Well I ought to be happy I'm up here and not down there[/i] Hideki thought as he let out a muffled chuckle, only loud enough for him to hear.

Hideki knew by heart he was the least strongest Akatsuki, despite the years he spent collecting life energy, and it would wisest to remain hidden for as long as possible, these men were veterans of the war, a title which Hideki never claimed. However, strength wasn't Hidekis strongest side, durability was the real highlight of his powers - and of course, he always had a few aces hidden up his sleeve, if they would prove useful. He snapped back to reality as the world ceased to exist down in the battle scene, for a split second everything exploded and it took a large portion of his chakra to keep himself and the tree steady. [i]So it has begun.[/i]

[Champster]

[Mukizu, Kokuzoku & Yasuragi, Near Konohagakure]

"More of them!? Kokuzoku thought, as he narrowed his eyes, sensing two more individuals with enormous chakras approaching their direction. "Shinn..." he'd whisper, although his old friend probably knew what was coming. The former [i]Red Demon[/i] was curious, yet slightly nervous, to find out who and how powerful the rest of Yasuragi's partners were. "Who the hell are they?!" These thoughts lingered inside Kokuzoku's head for a while now and wanted to find out what exactly were they scheming. Something evil, no doubt.

"Alright, if it means I won't have to fight the two of you together... " Yasuragi admitted. "I'll tell you." Sighing deeply, the former Mizukage lowered his head for a moment to consider the consequences of what he was about to tell them. Tilting his head back up after regaining his composure, the [i]Demon King of Kirigakure[/i] simply had no choice but to reveal their secrets - Most of them, anyway. "The name of our organization," he said, before pausing momentarily. "Is [b]Akatsuki-[/b]..."

Before he could even explain anything further, Ayanasu was first to arrive at the location. "Dammit, Yasuragi!" roared Mukizu, upon arriving the area too. "Imbecile! You were only told to scout ahead. You weren't suppose to attract any attention!" The disgruntled partner of Yasuragis' breathed heavily, enraged. But his breathing slowed, taking a moment to ponder until he was calm once more. An opportunity to eliminate half of the Ninja Task Force members had arisen, and the odds were in their favor. But he knew that he'd never underestimate his opponents, despite the edge the three had.

"[i]Akatsuki...!?"[/i] Kokuzoku exclaimed, his red eyes staring at each member of said organization one by one. He heard rumors of an old organization years before with the same name as these people now belonged; [i]Akatsuki[/i]. "Who the hell are you two and what are your purposes here?"

[Dad]

[Ayanasu, Near Konohagakure]

"[i]Akatsuki[/i]. . ."

Their positions and goals had probably been given away by their foolish ally, Yasuragi. But judged on the chakra Ayanasu could feel, there was no threat to be had at the moment. Then, a young lad before Ayanasu and Mukizu addressed the newly arrived duo.

"Our names are not of importance," Ayanasu said lifting his head to the sky. "As for our motives. . . well, I don't think that's any of your concern. We've not come for children like yourselves. You know now that we are the Akatsuki. You don't need to know anything else." Ayanasu remained nonchalant, his voice calm with strength. Lowering his face, he glared at Yasuragi. "Yasuragi, you fool. What are you trying to do? That explosion could be heard for miles."

Such attention could easily falter their plans. The Kage Summit destination was not yet known. So for Ayanasu and the others to be exposed so soon was an error they could not afford. "Gentlemen. Shall we leave?"