Chasing After a Crystal

## Arc 1: Konoha Betrayal: Hoshigakure Opens: Session 2 1-31-16

KaneTsumi:  Kane saw out of his peripheral vision the genin beside him as they dashed into the forest, but there was something different. The genin must have taken the Anbu mask and placed half of it on his face. Interesting child, he thought, ambitions to become apart of the Anbu. He thought nothing was wrong with that, but the child will have to understand that every Anbu shinobi has to endure a price, and he will have to show exceptional skills in order to even be considered in being recruiting for the organization. For instance, even if the village was in dire trouble and you knew there was no escape for anyone living, then you must keep that a secret from love ones. People began to distant themselves from you and some hated you just for who you were and the opportunity you have. He was proud his student was able to get something to work towards at such a young age, it will be easier for him to find his source motivation in order to exceed the average shinobi. Kane began to speak as they ran from tree branch to branch as the leaves rushed past them in a blur of green, “Anbu. I use to be inspired to be apart of the organization from Konoha.” A flash back pops in his mind: Him and his father were out eating at the Ramen shop when his father asked him, “Kane what do you want to be when you grow up son?” Kane looked down into his bowl of soup before looking up and responding with a smile, “I want to be apart of the Anbu like you dad!”-End of Flashback- “I remember when my father asked what I wanted to be when I grew up. I was so anxious and enthusiastic back then about joining, I would do everything right that my father asked of me. Although....never mind that.” He shook his head to get rid of the memory as he kept dashing forward before speaking again, “They are a very respected organization and hand picked by each village's Kage so I'm glad you want to be apart of that group. If you want to chose that path, then you must know this. You can not afford to lose. Drill that into your mind. While you are training day after day, and you think your body has reached its limits, remember. While your under the pressure of an intense battle that make you seem like there is no other way out, remember. So I warn you now young genin, when the time comes. And you lose. Then your dream of becoming an Anbu is lost forever. And your dreams of becoming the shinobi you want so badly to become will forever only be a dream that you can reflect on and never become reality.” Kane eyes flickered around the area for a moment before he abruptly spoke sternly, “Stop!” He immediately landed on the tree branch as he spotted something up ahead. Everything became silent. Too silent. Something was not right. He could make out bubbles floating in the area up ahead like they were headed straight form them as his eyes squinted to get a better look before it dawned on him as a bubble became dangerously close to the tree next to them. “Move!” He hopped down from the tree branch as the bubbles started to float near the branch they were just standing on and an explosion could be heard followed by a chain of explosions as each bubble popped around the area making everything in its destructive path be knocked back from the force of the explosion as Kane kept moving backwards from branch to branch as the bubbles kept coming steadily. The explosions caused smoke to fill the air so you could barely see around you as the thick smoke clouded your vision making the jonin press a hand over his already masked mouth unconsciously. Luckily he always wore a mask or the smoke would have invaded his lungs as soon as the explosions hit.-

MoiZ107: - The whooshing sound they'd be making while sprinting passed the branches pushing out at them seem continuous. The scenery before them came off tranquil and the weather complimented it well. It wouldn't be difficult to keep up with the Jonin beside him but due to the situation at hand racing ahead wouldn't be the best plan. The focused expression lingering on Harley's face was understandable, especially due to all the attention drawn. Anyone speeding away from the village was a clear target, instead of finding a way to slip on through an attempt to create a diversion was made. While the typical units expected to contain the fire left behind did so, specific squads were directed to sweep the perimeters outside each gate. The same directions were given to the Shinobi set at specific check points in the village, the military formations currently being performed were mainly to cover ground and maintain total control. Harley's face was mid way visible due to the Anbu mask hanging off his head, it would seem to catch the attention of the Jonin keeping up to his pace. One could only assume that keeping quiet gave the Jonin an uncomfortable feel, he would begin rambling after glancing over to the mask. He clearly thought highly of Anbu Shinobi, as most did, but his interpretation of Harley's (snatching of the mask) showed to be a misunderstanding. Harley wouldn't cut him off nor would he feel like clearing the air, he'd simply continue scanning his view points. Not much time passed before a glimmer invaded Harley's peripheral vision, as he looked up the Jonin beside him stopped yammering only to highlight the trap with a single word directive [ Kane: STOP! ]. Both the shinobi came to land on the branch the bubble was clearly aimed for, but not for long. The blinding flash emanating from the detonation blurred out the Jonin's face as Harley glanced over. An obvious but clever tactic would be to take out the Jonin first before flanking out the young genin, but Harley could only hope their attacker was that naive and judgmental. They'd both vanish within the temporary chaos. As the bubble popped the tree's frame instantly shattered.. ultimately sending the branch they pushed away from hurling down over a few bushes. Ninja must know how to conceal their movements and hide effectively. Following the single explosion was a barrage of bubbles, the landscape would tremble beneath all the combined detonations. Harley would keep a general view of the area by maintaining high ground. The split second before the close ranged explosion Harley was seen diving backwards towards the ground beneath them, but prior to his dive he'd manage to swing over towards a clutter of foliage. This would be a Shinobi's perfect battle ground due to the thick tree's surrounding them. The endless material they could utilize to either amplify their offense or defense stretched out a massive range. Harley would keep close to wear the first bubble appeared. From the angle in which the bubble came let Harley to believe their attacker had a birds eye view, so while he looked over his shoulder a Kunai found its way into his grip. Harley wasn't a push over in the slightest, though extremely young what he learned from his strict parents gave him a slight arrogance. With the Anbu mask now fully over his face he couldn't help but noticed the specifications within the interior.-

KaneTsum: -After Kane regained himself he concealed his chakra as he performed the clone technique and use the smoke to his advantage to take a hiding point. Normally, he would have went straight after the attacker but seeing the level of attack he knew this was an inexperience fighter, who goes rashly into battle. So for now he would only keep surveillance and see what his genin was capable of. This would be a time to evaluate the genin on his combat skills and witness his tactics in battle. Kane's clone kept itself hidden behind the thick tree that was 10 feet away from Kane himself as the clone reported back the location of his genin and the attacker. The trees up ahead of them were scorched and tattered with burnt leaves and fallen branches littering the ground, it was such an simple yet an impressive technique. The genin was hidden behind Harley looking down at him from an angle as he clapped his hands slowly before stopping abruptly. He wore the Kirigakure headband tied around his head following with long black hair and dressed in a blue Hakama. His eyes matched a bright blue oceanic hue as he seemed to be concentrated on Harley for now, meanwhile Kane kept himself hidden from sight. The genin held a flute in his hand as he placed the flute to his side letting the ongoing mist approach over the area as he spoke, “Going somewhere Harley? Seems like this is the perfect opportunity to take you out of the equation, one less genin I would have to worry about defeating in the future correct?” After a short pause after the genin let the mist cover the area he spoke again, “I hope you can swim,” before performing three hand seals rapidly: Dragon → Tiger → Hare and placed two fingers towards the corner of his mouth when he was complete as he performed the Suiton: Mizurappa and wave of water burst from his mouth as the genin tried to flush Harley out of the area successfully knocking down some of the branches in its path and covering the area with a 20 by 20 width and height of the wave produced. It was not enough to create a flood but enough to drawn someone if they were submerged into the water.-

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