Kuroda Uchiha
Member
Ninja Rank: D
XP: 48
Ninjutsu: 9
Taijutsu: 1
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 1
Speed: 1
Stamina: 1
Minion 1: Hana Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 6/1/1/1/2/1/3
Minion 2: Yagura Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 5/5/1/1/1/1/1
Minion 3: Ginneko
Stats (NTGTTSS): 1/4/1/1/1/4/3
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Post by Kuroda Uchiha on Jun 23, 2023 16:29:38 GMT 10
After recent events, Kuroda Uchiha had once more found himself kneeling before a small statue near the base of Akagahara. His hands pressed together in a silent prayer, once more imploring for the peaceful rest of those lost, and for the future of the Uchiha to be properous.
Of course, prayer would not give these things. Perhaps help with the rest of those lost, but the prosperity of the Uchiha Clan was another matter. That was for him to oversee.
So it was, that Kuroda had come to Akagahara after sending an invitation to a recent acquaintance. Kuroda lets out a short sigh as he completes his prayer, and rises to his feet. Eyes still closed, Kuroda smiles.
"You're early." he says, seemingly to no one. "You must be eager to begin, then?"
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Yōsuru Shin
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Ninja Rank: D
XP: 47
Ninjutsu: 3
Taijutsu: 3
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 2
Speed: 3
Stamina: 2
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Post by Yōsuru Shin on Jun 23, 2023 19:43:01 GMT 10
Yōsuru appeared a few steps back from Kuroda. He'd been detected, impressive. It seemed when the young Uchiha's mind was focused, his instincts were sharp indeed. The older Shinobi took a few puffs of his pipe before dousing it and stowing the object away, stretching slightly.
"Well I mean...it's not every day you get to spar with the Leader of the prestigious Uchiha clan." He replied, half teasing the other Shinobi before his expression grew more serious. "Usually I'm not one for random fights, but as I'm assuming we're not out to kill each other and this is probably not as random as it seems I'm game. I'll just have to try not to pull something." He chuckles gently, making sure his muscles are limbered up and loose.
"You're working towards something though. A strength to construct the future that you want." Yōsuru says as he looks towards Kuroda. "I can respect that, and I want to see how badly you want it. So what'll it be? First to yield?"
With those final words expressed the older Shinobi's form would shift slightly. His pale skin would turn an unnatural white. Scales would form under his eyelids and up his neck and hands and his pupils would turn to serpentine slits as his blood quickly ran cold.
The form that had earned him the name 'Serpent of the Sands'
"Been a while since I used this...forgot how weird it feels." He muses, flexing his fingers a few times before moving into a combat stance. "You'll forgive me if I don't give you much prep time. I doubt actual opponents will either."
His form adjusted slightly, his limbs twisting in ways that were slightly off as his steps became lighter and his knuckles crackled with small sparks of static electricity. With a sudden motion he surged forward, striking at Kuroda with a series of rapid blows and quicksteps.
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Kuroda Uchiha
Member
Ninja Rank: D
XP: 48
Ninjutsu: 9
Taijutsu: 1
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 1
Speed: 1
Stamina: 1
Minion 1: Hana Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 6/1/1/1/2/1/3
Minion 2: Yagura Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 5/5/1/1/1/1/1
Minion 3: Ginneko
Stats (NTGTTSS): 1/4/1/1/1/4/3
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Post by Kuroda Uchiha on Jun 24, 2023 3:39:41 GMT 10
Kuroda offers Yōsuru a friendly smile as they speak, and nods.
"Yes - I wish to bring my clan, and those that stand with it, prosperity." Kuroda replies earnestly. "I'm out of practice, so I appreciate this opportunity. For both of us."
Kuroda watches, stunned, as Yōsuru begins to change - so they were diving right into it, then? Just as well! As Yōsuru settles into his combat stance, so too does Kuroda - his eyes locking onto Yōsuru and widening as Kuroda slips into his battle habits. Even as Yōsuru took his first step towards Kuroda, the Uchiha was already in motion.
Weaving five complicated hand signs, Kuroda weaves his chakra as he sucks in a deep breath! But alas, Yōsuru was just fast enough to catch Kuroda in a series of fast blows! Kuroda is knocked back, but not down!
[[Fire Release: Bastion of Flame!!]] Kuroda calls in his mind, and spews a jet of flames from his between his lips! But the flames do not blaze towards Yōsuru; instead, they surround Kuroda in a tall wall of fire! When Yōsuru came to strike at Kuroda the next time, his fists would instead meet those flames! Protected by those flames, Kuroda offers Yōsuru another smile. "That was a good shot, Yōsuru... But...I'm not quite so easy to reach once I learn an opponent's attacks, I'm afraid."
With that said, Kuroda brings his hands back together, and begins weaving the next set of hand signs!
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Yōsuru Shin
Member
Ninja Rank: D
XP: 47
Ninjutsu: 3
Taijutsu: 3
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 2
Speed: 3
Stamina: 2
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Post by Yōsuru Shin on Jun 24, 2023 14:58:11 GMT 10
"Strength in the pursuit of prosperity is a noble goal. Just don't get lost in it." His final strike hits Kuroda before the wall of fire swirls around the Uchiha and Yōsuru catches the heat on his knuckles. The older Shinobi jumps back a short distance and starts slowly pacing left and right, admiring the flames. "A solid defence under duress. I can see why you're in charge." He smirks softly, his slitted eyes darting around, looking for a weakness.
One after another Yōsuru begins forming different hand seals. Faster and faster, as static electricity begins to form around his body. "Really didn't want to use this one. Certainly not so soon, but you've forced my hand. Clever!" A low thunderous rumble starts emanating as the lightning begins to crackle and spark in the air surrounding him.
In the next instance he's holding his hand out, open palm as the blue lightning swirls around him. [["Lightning Style! Jailer of Storms!"]] A blue bolt of lightning arcs straight out of his palm and strikes into Kuroda's flaming defense. The electricity arcs up through the fire, turning its gaseous form blue as the energy works on dispersing the Uchiha's defense.
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Kuroda Uchiha
Member
Ninja Rank: D
XP: 48
Ninjutsu: 9
Taijutsu: 1
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 1
Speed: 1
Stamina: 1
Minion 1: Hana Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 6/1/1/1/2/1/3
Minion 2: Yagura Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 5/5/1/1/1/1/1
Minion 3: Ginneko
Stats (NTGTTSS): 1/4/1/1/1/4/3
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Post by Kuroda Uchiha on Jun 24, 2023 16:22:24 GMT 10
For the second time, Kuroda found himself surprised by the shinobi standing before him. Normally, his flames would take some time to get through - but Yōsuru proved to be very cunning. Lightning crashes against the flames, and pushes through! It catches Kuroda on the breastplate of his armor, and pushes the Uchiha back - which was to his benefit!
"Not bad..!" Kuroda grunts against the stinging of the shocks, "Didn't think my defense would be brought down that easily... but I have something for you too!"
The last hand signs were weaved as Kuroda rolls on his back, and back onto his feet. With a deep breath, Kuroda pulls back his head, cheeks puffed out wide.
[[Fire Release: Strong Fireball!!]] He leans forward, and a blast of flames erupt from the Uchiha! The Fireball rockets towards Yōsuru!
Kuroda's eyes narrow against the heat of his own blast, watching Yōsuru - the more he learned about what did and didn't work, the more effectively he could assess the next steps. But still - the serpantine appearance Yōsuru had taken on was intimidating. It was incredible what kind of Jutsu were out there!
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Yōsuru Shin
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Ninja Rank: D
XP: 47
Ninjutsu: 3
Taijutsu: 3
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 2
Speed: 3
Stamina: 2
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Post by Yōsuru Shin on Jun 25, 2023 2:07:42 GMT 10
Yōsuru smiled slyly at Kuroda's compliments, taking a moment to breathe. The natural energy of the Land of Fire had a different...taste to it. And his body was still getting used to feeling it again after so many years, but it was still exhilirating. If his blood wasn't cold it would be pumping fast throughout his veins.
"It was solid, but I haven't survived this long just to be stopped by every wall." He chuckles, giving his respects to the Uchiha's clearly solid foundation for battle and fire Jutsu. "Though I gotta say, you're putting this old man through his paces." He barely got that sentence out before the Fireball came rocketing towards him, huge and blazing with heat scorching the air around it.
With a flick of his wrist he recalled the lingering electrical charge back to him. The remnant sparks in the air from Kuroda's destroyed barrier returned to his arm and charged up again. Seconds before the fireball struck he sent the bolt screaming through it, Lightning arcing through and dispersing the gaseous form, rendering it useless as the remnants of the shock surged to strike Kuroda again. Though the fire had taken a lot of the energy out of it.
"You've got some moves, for sure. But bigger isn't always better." He teases, giving a respectful nod to his opponent before taking a deep breath. Kuroda was playing smart, trying to wear his opponent down, and it was working. While Yōsuru still had plenty of juice left in him. His reserves of natural energy were starting to run lower than he'd like.
"Hoo...wanna take five? Have some water, maybe a nap?" He jokes, returning to a battle stance. He had been out of the game for far too long.
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Kuroda Uchiha
Member
Ninja Rank: D
XP: 48
Ninjutsu: 9
Taijutsu: 1
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 1
Speed: 1
Stamina: 1
Minion 1: Hana Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 6/1/1/1/2/1/3
Minion 2: Yagura Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 5/5/1/1/1/1/1
Minion 3: Ginneko
Stats (NTGTTSS): 1/4/1/1/1/4/3
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Post by Kuroda Uchiha on Jun 25, 2023 16:03:18 GMT 10
Kuroda's fireball met the lightning, the two attacks exploding at the contact! Kuroda is pushed back by the blast, pelted by debris kicked into the air, but is otherwise not badly damaged. His attack had little effect, it seemed - but Yōsuru was expending at least as much Chakra in order to keep up that strong offensive.
Which is exactly what Kuroda had been hoping to learn.
"I think I've figured you out, Yōsuru..." Kuroda says as his response. "I'd hate to break up the momentum with a break now, so... let's see how many times you can get through my defenses, shall we?"
With that, Kuroda launches towards Yōsuru! While more effective with the Sharingan, the Uchiha martial art was nothing to sniff at.
[[If I can get him to engage this way...]] Kuroda thinks as he moves in to engage Yōsuru in a melee, [[I'll learn more about his strength in this form..!]]
Kuroda lashes out with his left foot at Yōsuru's right ankle, and aims three hard jabs at Yōsuru's ribs, completing the pummeling melee with a knife-handed jab towards Yōsuru's right jugular! He would then break off - suddenly weaving his hand signs and blasting the ground with flames that erupt up and surround Kuroda!
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Yōsuru Shin
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Ninja Rank: D
XP: 47
Ninjutsu: 3
Taijutsu: 3
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 2
Speed: 3
Stamina: 2
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Post by Yōsuru Shin on Jun 25, 2023 21:56:52 GMT 10
"Oh?" Yōsuru raises an intrigued eyebrow at his opponent as the younger Shinobi claims to have figured him out. "Colour me intrigued. What exactly have you figured out about me?" He smirks gently. The Uchiha didn't offer much in the way of an answer, instead insisting that they don't stop and take a break now. Yōsuru wasn't exactly expecting one, but it didn't stop him from being disappointed.
He was caught slightly off guard by Kuroda surging towards him. The young Uchiha had so far seemed to prefer keeping a safe distance and pelting him with fireballs over getting in up close and personal. As it was the strike to his ankle went off seemlessly, and it was only with Yōsuru's enhanced speed that he was able to turn his body to catch the rib punches on his armour and narrowly deflect the chop to his jugular. "Not bad firecracker!" He compliments before launching a kick towards Kuroda.
Whether the kick connected or not Kuroda would put some distance between them, putting up his fiery wall once more to defend himself. Yōsuru was sure he could bring it down again, but he wasn't sure how much natural energy he had left in the tank.
Kuroda soon landed, the flaming wall a scorching barrier between them. Flickering flames reflecting in the grey of Yōsuru's eyes. The older Ninja took a breath and held two fingers up to his mouth, closing his eyes and lowering his head. The wind around him picked up slightly, leaves and grass floating around him like a mini whirlwind as he breathed deeply and allowed the energy of the world to rejuvenate his spirit.
Kuroda's onslaught was vicious, and nobody could cast aspersions on his power nor his skill, but the older Shinobi had patience in spades.
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Kuroda Uchiha
Member
Ninja Rank: D
XP: 48
Ninjutsu: 9
Taijutsu: 1
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 1
Speed: 1
Stamina: 1
Minion 1: Hana Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 6/1/1/1/2/1/3
Minion 2: Yagura Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 5/5/1/1/1/1/1
Minion 3: Ginneko
Stats (NTGTTSS): 1/4/1/1/1/4/3
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Post by Kuroda Uchiha on Jun 26, 2023 11:44:34 GMT 10
Kuroda straightens within his ring of flames - the barrier would not last forever, he knew. But for now, it kept his opponent at bay.
"I've figured out a few things." Kuroda replies, smiling. He heaves a heavy breath. "That form of yours is pretty taxing, for one. I don't know how it works, but I can see you strain now and then. If I keep up the pressure on you, I'm guessing it will become difficult to maintain."
Kuroda shrugs.
"But at the same time, you're matching and overmatching me so far with what I throw at you. I'll wear out sooner, I'm betting." Kuroda surmises. "I don't have a lot to overpower you with - but I do have something I can do. The issue with it, is that it can be difficult to pull off. Something I specialize in, but usually requires me to catch the opponent off guard, or having a team that can back me up."
Kuroda brings his hands up, clasping them together and closing his eyes. The air around them seems to become slightly warmer, as well...
He just needed a little time to prepare it. Whether or not Yōsuru would give him that chance or not, well, that was why the flaming barrier had been put up. Kuroda began building his Chakra, hoping that his barrier would hold up long enough. But, even if it didn't, Kuroda was confident that his armor could take some punishment.
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Yōsuru Shin
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Ninja Rank: D
XP: 47
Ninjutsu: 3
Taijutsu: 3
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 2
Speed: 3
Stamina: 2
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Post by Yōsuru Shin on Jun 26, 2023 12:36:43 GMT 10
Eyes still closed Yōsuru smiles gently. "Not bad, looks like you don't even need Sharingan to get that keen observation." He looks up and opens his eyes, the swirling winds around him die down slightly but still flow through and around him. "My version of the form is imperfect, and I haven't used it in a while. So it's a bit more taxing on me than one of the Masters." He explains, gaze meeting Kuroda's through the ring of fire.
"However, it's not as heavy a burden as you may think." He smirks slightly, providing no further context or information on how exactly the technique functions. "Whilst you've been observing me however. I've been doing the same to you." He pauses for a few moments, gaze never wavering from his foe.
"You have tremendous skill and your battle intelligence is considerable." He compliments. "But you rely heavily on quick gambits and overwhelming force to put an end to a fight. Not necessarily the wrong move, but it's not always the best solution."
"Without a secondary well of power to draw from, be careful you don't overdo it." He advises, though not with the stern attitude of a teacher, or an elder who figured they knew better than everyone. His tone was that of a weary soldier, who had likely seen fighters just like Kuroda in his years.
"That said..." He smirks "If this technique is what you say it is. Maybe I'm about to eat my words."
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Kuroda Uchiha
Member
Ninja Rank: D
XP: 48
Ninjutsu: 9
Taijutsu: 1
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 1
Speed: 1
Stamina: 1
Minion 1: Hana Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 6/1/1/1/2/1/3
Minion 2: Yagura Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 5/5/1/1/1/1/1
Minion 3: Ginneko
Stats (NTGTTSS): 1/4/1/1/1/4/3
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Post by Kuroda Uchiha on Jun 26, 2023 14:03:12 GMT 10
Kuroda smiles at Yōsuru's assessment. Yes - he was hitting hard, hitting fast, and then retreating behind a wall. That was how he had survived the war. So far, being able to do so had allowed Kuroda to see how much power his opponent was able to put out - and know this, he did. Unless Yōsuru was still holding a stronger Jutsu than that Lightning technique, Kuroda now had a handle for what the older man could do in terms of damage.
Kuroda's true skill lay not in the famed flames of the Uchiha - but in a far more dangerous Jutsu. And that Jutsu was now ready.
"I appreciate the tactical advice - but yes; I might be able to surprise you in turn." Kuroda replies, completing the last of a series of complicated hand signs. He would only have one shot at this, most likely. Once Yōsuru knew what he was doing, he would be ready for it a second time. "During the war, I managed to survive due to those very skills you mentioned - but I also managed to distinguish myself. Eventually, I gained a nickname on the battlefield..."
Kuroda's chakra was set, and he closes his eyes.
"...I became known... as the Paralysis Uchiha!" Kuroda announces. His eyes snap open and lock onto Yōsuru, and a wave of heat suddenly expands in a barely visible dome - the heat warping the air in the same way a stone baking in the sun gives off the near invisible heat rippling! [[Fire Release: Paralysis!!]]
The expanding dome of heat would wash over Yōsuru, but instead of burning the man, it would seize upon Yōsuru, numbing his body!
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Yōsuru Shin
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Ninja Rank: D
XP: 47
Ninjutsu: 3
Taijutsu: 3
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 2
Speed: 3
Stamina: 2
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Post by Yōsuru Shin on Jun 26, 2023 14:45:54 GMT 10
Yōsuru breathes in deeply, his muscles relaxing and his stance loosening as he allows his chakra to flow and mix with the natural energy within him. His serpentine form becoming less rigid and more fluid. His eyes snap open at the same time as Kuroda's and suddenly he feels most of his word undone. His tendons seize, his muscles contract and he feels a sudden tightness grip his chest. All of a sudden it felt difficult to move. If he hadn't focused on loosening up his stance just prior he'd be in even more dire straits than he was now.
"Argh...consider my words eaten, I suppose." He grimaces, looking up at Kuroda again as he stumbles back, trying to restore feeling and movement to his body. His gaze wasn't one of anger or annoyance though. More sympathy. He knew all too well that Shinobi decades his Junior had fought, bled and died just like many other. He only wished they had been spared such a fate. War was a thing for older men, whose futures were long decided prior.
"Urgh...alright 'Paralysis Uchiha' colour me impressed. This sucks..." He jokes, trying to get himself moving again. He wasn't completely frozen stiff, but he was definitely sluggish now.
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Kuroda Uchiha
Member
Ninja Rank: D
XP: 48
Ninjutsu: 9
Taijutsu: 1
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 1
Speed: 1
Stamina: 1
Minion 1: Hana Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 6/1/1/1/2/1/3
Minion 2: Yagura Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 5/5/1/1/1/1/1
Minion 3: Ginneko
Stats (NTGTTSS): 1/4/1/1/1/4/3
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Post by Kuroda Uchiha on Jun 26, 2023 15:23:24 GMT 10
Kuroda was expending Chakra quickly now, which in a situation where he was outnumbered, that would be very dangerous. But, in this spar against a single opponent, he could manage. The issue was trying to deal with Yōsuru's incredible Chakra stamina. To that end, defense was his best bet.
Around the Uchiha, the ring of flames began to die down to embers, and he raises his hands once more.
"This Ninjutsu saved my life, and the lives of my friends a dozen times over during the war." Kuroda says, the light of the embers reflecting off his dark red armor. "More so than my flames, I have honed this technique, so that I may keep my Clan, and those who rely on me, safe from attackers who would see the Uchiha and our allies dead."
Kuroda then offers a smile.
"But it's temporary - it'll wear off. But whether it wears off soon, we will see. So, just in case..." Kuroda quickly weaves Chakra through his hand signs, and once again spits flames to the ground! [[Fire Release: Bastion of Flame]]
The ring of flames once again blazes to life, and Kuroda kneels behind the wall of fire, clasping his hands together as he once again begins to gather his Chakra, and think about how he would approach the next few moves in this dance.
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Yōsuru Shin
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Ninja Rank: D
XP: 47
Ninjutsu: 3
Taijutsu: 3
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 2
Speed: 3
Stamina: 2
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Post by Yōsuru Shin on Jun 26, 2023 15:53:42 GMT 10
With a grunt Yōsuru starts to roll his shoulders. He was slow, but he supposed he should be grateful he wasn't trying to dodge incoming fireballs whilst feeling like this. "I can imagine it did. Hard to think any foe would pose much of a threat after this." The older Ninja cracks his neck and flexes his fingers. "Not to mention that fire...blaze...ring thing you've got is a pain in the ass to get too." Grabbing his legs Yōsuru stretches and arches his back. "Or maybe I'm just out of practice."
His long serpentine tongue flicked out for a moment, tasting the hot air. Soon enough Yōsuru came to focus his gaze on the Uchiha is well. "That's why we're here isn't it? Making sure you have the strength and skills to protect you and yours." He smiles gently. "I'll offer my aid when the time comes. Should you want it, but I'll be asking the same of you in the future."
With another stretch he limbers up his form again, trying to shake the last of the paralysis out of his system. "Alright, time to punch fire like the genius that I am." He murmurs to himself, launching into a sequence of rapid fire kicks and jabs, carefully cutting through the blaze to weaken the overall integrity of the barrier, and though it wouldn't break yet. He was working on it.
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Kuroda Uchiha
Member
Ninja Rank: D
XP: 48
Ninjutsu: 9
Taijutsu: 1
Genjutsu: 1
Technique: 1
Toughness: 1
Speed: 1
Stamina: 1
Minion 1: Hana Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 6/1/1/1/2/1/3
Minion 2: Yagura Uchiha
Stats (NTGTTSS): 5/5/1/1/1/1/1
Minion 3: Ginneko
Stats (NTGTTSS): 1/4/1/1/1/4/3
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Post by Kuroda Uchiha on Jun 26, 2023 16:59:07 GMT 10
An offer of aid, should he need it. Kuroda considered that, even as Yōsuru was trying to limber up enough to strike out with his now familiar martial art. The flames worked like an almost solid barrier - this time, they held firm. And that meant that his Paralysis Jutsu was working perfectly.
"If you're out of practice, then I surely am as well." Kuroda says, even as he continues to consider what he'd do next. His arsenal of Jutsu was... honestly lacking. And without the Sharingan... well, that was another matter entirely. It was something of a private embarrassment - being the leader of the Uchiha Clan, and yet not having awakened the Sharingan? He could only imagine what may be whispered behind cupped hands at that notion.
At Yōsuru's next words, Kuroda opens his eyes and smiles.
"Yes... I did ask you to come here and help me discover where my skills lay, and how much I would need to improve. And so far, I'd say I have a lot of room to improve on." Kuroda replies, gazing at Yōsuru through the flames as the latter hammers away at them. And the thought occurs to Kuroda - was he being selfish?
Arata Namikaze had a similar discussion with Kuroda some time ago. Arata had, somewhat unintentionally, chastised Kuroda about his complacency with focusing solely on the needs and protection of the Uchiha, while leaving people like the current Daimyo to have their way. And initially, Kuroda held on to the hope that either the Daimyo would mature into a proper leader, or whoever their heir was, would see them as terrible and not wish to emulate that behavior.
And here was Yōsuru, offering something simply out of respect mutually gained. And that offer was a powerful one - an offer of a mutually beneficial alliance between the Uchiha, and the Shin Clans. All of this and more ran through the Uchiha's mind as he looked at Yōsuru.
"An alliance, then." Kuroda says, standing up straight. "If that's a serious offer, then I can tell you now that I would take it. We are all stronger together. Standing alone... surrounded by flames as a foe tears down our defenses... without allies, our defenses are just delays."
Kuroda smiles and spreads his feet further apart. He weaves several simple hand signs, and takes a deep breath - and then leans forward!
[[Fire Release: Fireball Jutsu!]] flames spill from between Kuroda's lips once more - though this time with less intensity than the much larger fire ball from before! The blaze slips through the barrier, blazing towards Yōsuru, and threatening to catch the shinobi full in the torso!
The flames, less intense and smaller than the Strong Fireball, were no less dangerous, even if not as strong. Kuroda knew that his Bastion of Flames Jutsu was a very limited one - if Yōsuru managed to catch Kuroda without the barrier now, it would be difficult to swing the momentum in his own favor!
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