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 27, 2023 2:21:46 GMT 10
Yōsuru noticed how Kuroda's expression suddenly changed. The usually fairly serious Uchiha looking downright jovial. At least momentarily. It seemed he shared Yōsuru's wish for alliances between Shinobi. Whether for selfish reasons or not, it was a good thing.
As Kuroda spoke Yōsuru spent the time working the last of the stiffness out of his muscles, feeling himself return to slowly to a decent physical state. He certainly didn't want to get hit by that thing again. It was Kuroda's signature technique for a reason.
Once the Uchiha finished talking he launched a fireball heading straight for the older Shinobi. The last bit of sluggishness still in his muscles he wasn't able to press the advantage quite as hard, but he still had enough skill to seemingly tear the Fireball apart, watching the flames dissipate into the air.
The flaming barrier was still up, and he knew now that it wouldn't stay that way forever. Kuroda himself seemed like he was running low. All Yōsuru needed was an opportunity to strike, but as he paced and waited. He spoke.
"I agree with you of course. Old hatreds between the Lands are a festering wound. A wound that will overcome us all if we allow it to continue." He pauses for a moment. "However, whilst my offer was indeed a serious one. It would be remiss of me to let you answer now. Before I know that you are aware of who my Clan really are." The old man's tone was serious, and a bluster of wind blew past the pair as he kept searching for his golden opportunity.
"But it's good to know you'll at least hear me out." He smirks.
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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 27, 2023 9:28:28 GMT 10
Kuroda considers Yōsuru's query as the flaming barrier dies down once again.
"When you first spoke to me, I believe that you introduced yourself as Yōsuru Shin, correct?" Kuroda says, thinking back about what he had heard about the Shin. "I admit mostly ignorance, and what is supposedly known is mostly hearsay."
There was no point in beating around the bush about it, so Kuroda opts to just say what he's heard, and deal with being corrected.
"The Shin Clan aren't particularly well known." Kuroda says, "I've heard rumors of them being scientists at best, and Jashinists at hushed tables."
Kuroda considers Yōsuru. Rather than reforming his barrier, Kuroda stepped out of the charred ring, and settles into a combat stance.
"That said, we Uchiha don't have the most pleasant reputation either, I'm sure." Kuroda says, grinning. "So aside from the rumors, and that the Shin Clan mostly live in the Land of Wind, I can't say I know much about your Clan, if anything truth be told. I never take rumors as fact."
This time... this time he would change tactics. He couldn't be sure it would work, but he was playing defensively, and it wasn't getting him anywhere.
"And just an aside - I can't say I'm in a good spot here. You've been brushing aside everything I throw at you. Safe to say you've got me at something of a disadvantage." Kuroda admits.
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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 28, 2023 2:59:36 GMT 10
"You're better informed about us than most I've met in the Land of Fire." Yōsuru sighs slightly. "But that's not saying much." He nods gently as the Uchiha finishes explaining what little he knows of the Shin. He notices Kuroda reform his combat stance, whilst talking about not being in a good spot. To which Yōsuru shakes his head.
"Unfortunately I think we'll need to call this one a tie. While it's true I've pushed you a bit. Every time I need to take a breather you can hit me with that Paralysis technique, and that thing sucks." He chuckles gently, his eyes returning to a more humanoid appearance, his pale skin taking on a more humanoid hue, and the scales on various parts of his body disappearing into flesh. "I think we both have a bit of learning to do before the rematch." He gestures for Kuroda to walk with him, making it clear there are no tricks or deceptions and their fight is truly concluded in his eyes.
"What little you've heard about us has some truth to it. In the old days we were devout Jashinists, seeking any answer to avoiding death..." He pauses for a few moments as he walks, he wanted to make sure all the information was sinking in. "Over time the methods changed so much it could hardly be called Jashinism anymore, but the intent was the same. Power and Immortality."
"We hold a special mastery of genetics and DNA manipulation. Our genes are incredibly adaptive. However, some of us have taken to forcibly harvesting DNA and stealing Kekkei Genkai over the centuries. As you can imagine a lot of clans don't take kindly to that. So we have a bit of a reputation as thieves within the Land of Wind."
He pauses for another moment, trying to gauge Kuroda's reaction. "It's not untrue, but it is a generalisation. We've done some horrendous things in our past, myself included, but that's what I'm trying to change. We've had enough tyrants and warlords to last us a while."
For a moment he stops walking, taking a moment to look at the environment around us. "Your Uchiha have a reputation, but you have somewhat of a noble lineage to fall back on. We don't, and I'll be honest, partnering up with us might worsen your reputation a bit."
He was giving him the hard sell, but he didn't want to give Kuroda any false ideas about what allying with him would bring. He briefly thought to mention the fact that he had killed Uchiha in the past, during the war, but figured it was already implied by his mere existence.
"What we can offer is scholars and scientists in tandem with skilled Shinobi. Nobody knows more about the inner workings of bloodline abilities than us. Even your mysterious Sharingan falls under the purview of our research." He smirks slightly before raising his arms in a gentle smug.
"That's the Shin clan for the most part. Better than some people say, worse than we should be. I'm working on it. They're an odd bunch, but they're mine."
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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 28, 2023 15:45:05 GMT 10
Kuroda straightens his posture, and nods, starting after Yōsuru as the latter invited him to walk. He listens to the man without interruption, just taking in the information. As they walk, Kuroda touches his forefinger and thumb to his chin in thought.
For a few moments after Yōsuru finishes speaking, Kuroda is silent; contemplative of what he had now learned.
"It seems that we both have aspects of misdeeds done by our Clans we wish to leave behind." he says, "I appreciate your being candid. You weren't under any obligation to tell me that, so to this you have my appreciation. And... I agree, we are both in need of a little tuning."
Kuroda stops, and turns to Yōsuru.
"Actually, since you've told me that you live so far away, why don't you come with me?" Kuroda says, raising his hands in an open gesture. "You won't be able to find it on your own, but I like to come to Akagahara to meditate and pray to my ancestors. So, my village is only a few miles away on foot."
The last person Kuroda had taken personally to the Uchiha village was Arata Namikaze. That he would reveal its location a second time would probably earn him an earful from the elders, but he wasn't about to leave Yōsuru to the wilderness, regardless of his skill.
"Come, I won't take no for an answer, Lord Yōsuru." Kuroda says, using the proper honorific for a Clan Leader, now that he knew Yōsuru was the Shin Clan Head.
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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 28, 2023 16:27:09 GMT 10
"Ha!" Yōsuru lets out a short but genuine laugh as Kuroda addresses him as Lord. "Been a long time since anybody's called me that." He chuckles slightly. His people weren't usually big on honorifics, seeing their Leader as more of a key decision maker or in darker times a general than anything resembling a respected Lord, but he wasn't exactly offended by the title.
"You weren't going to get no for an answer. I've been sleeping most of my nights under shady spots in the streets. Usually disguised so townsfolk stop hitting me with brooms." He stretches for a moment, looking up at the sky. "So I'd be honoured to visit the spot you call home." He returns to looking at Kuroda, gesturing for the younger man to lead on. Quietly hoping that the Uchiha clan's talent for fire meant they knew how to cook. After that brief spar, he was fairly peckish.
"So what is the situation between you and the Senju?" He asks curiously as they walk. "Last I'd heard she'd broken tremendous ground by allying with your clan but things seemed tense between you both. Am I just behind on my news?" Perhaps a dangerous question to broach, but Yōsuru was known for his dangerous questions.
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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 28, 2023 16:44:10 GMT 10
Kuroda nods at Yōsuru's gesture, and leads the way through the treeline - and away from the main road.
"Well, if you want to, you could also do a few odd jobs for some of the townsfolk. Get some ryo so you don't have to sleep on benches." Kuroda chuckles, pushing a branch out of the way - and then walking through other branches as he take very sudden turns through the woods. "You'll be my second guest, in truth. Lord Namikaze - Arata - visited not too long ago. I had to lead him there too, of course."
When Yōsuru asked about the relationship between the Uchiha and Senju, Kuroda's expression grew morose.
"We were going to be allies." Kuroda says, a hint of restrained anger in his tone. "Some years ago, my grandfather, who led the Uchiha at the time, sent the Senju an invitation to create a peace between the Clans. We had been at opposing sides of every conflict, and it was eroding us both. But... it was a trap."
Kuroda's expression darkens, but he keeps walking.
"My grandfather and father both schemed to lull the Senju leader at the time into an ambush. An ambush that worked." Kuroda says, his brows furrowing. "My father was part of the ambush that slew the Senju Clan Head. And in turn, my father fell as they fled from the area, killed by Senju pursuers."
Kuroda takes a deep breath.
"My Grandfather then took offense to that, and planned to approach the Daimyo with the intention to convince them into destroying the Senju." Kuroda continues coldly. "He was ambushed on the road to the capital city, though no proof was ever found of who did it. It is strongly suspected that the Senju took their revenge."
Kuroda shook his head.
"The Senju and Uchiha have not spoken since then. And encountering Kozakura Senju those days ago... well, suffice to say that was not quite expected." Kuroda says grimly. "I don't know if the Uchiha and Senju can ever be allies. So much blood spilled in war, spats of revenge, and the trickery my grandfather and father pulled to murder their Clan Head... I would like nothing more than to have that put behind us, but that may not be realistic to expect."
Kuroda turns right, and walks straight through a thick tree - its form wavering like water when a stone is cast into a pond. On the other side of the tree is an opening that leads into a vast field of tall grass, and a narrow road cutting through it.
As the two walked, Yōsuru may notice an occasional red flash, gone as fast as they appear. Always two red orbs that seemed to turn away the instant they are noticed.
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Yōsuru Shin
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Ninja Rank: D
XP: 47
Ninjutsu: 3
Taijutsu: 3
Genjutsu: 1
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Speed: 3
Stamina: 2
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Post by Yōsuru Shin on Jun 29, 2023 1:29:40 GMT 10
"I'll consider taking on some odd jobs a soon as they stop hitting me with brooms. I'm an old man you know, those things might just be what finish me off." He jokes, following Kuroda into the forest without question or complaint. It made perfect sense that they'd want to stay hidden away for the most part, given how coveted their precious eyes were.
Speaking of which, as they moved deeper into the forest Yōsuru could feel the hair on the back of his neck standing up, and something always seemed to be just in the corner of his eye. Something he could only imagine were Uchiha sentries. They took their security seriously, which he could respect, provided none of them tried to jump him.
Yōsuru had told his tale just prior, and now it was time for Kuroda to tell his. The older Shinobi stayed quiet as the Uchiha spilled the details of the tragic betrayal that had driven a wedge between two of The Land of Fire's noble clans. It seemed the end of war had not meant the end of bloodshed, not by a long shot.
"Sins of the Father huh? That'll get you every time." He smirked solemnly and shook his head once Kuroda was finished speaking. "Pain like that doesn't go away easily, for either side. So believe me I get it, and I'm not gonna be the one to tell you what to do. You're smart, you'll figure it out." He smiles softly. Perhaps there would be no alliance between the Senju and the Uchiha in their time, but stranger things had happened. And if they could plant foundations now, perhaps their descendants would work things out eventually.
"Seriously though, are we there yet?"
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Kuroda Uchiha
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Ninja Rank: D
XP: 48
Ninjutsu: 9
Taijutsu: 1
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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 29, 2023 15:54:00 GMT 10
"That's the hope - for it to be put behind us." Kuroda agrees somewhat solemnly. "But the stigma of what my Grandfather and Father did will always weigh on any discussions I, or my descendants, may have with the Senju. As will the unsolved killing of my Grandfather. With any luck, or maybe if I have any skill at talking... Well, you said it already."
Kuroda leads down the road, raising a hand as they walk.
"We are getting close now - here I thought you were a patient old man?" Kuroda says, chuckling more lightheartedly. It would be a few more minutes until the two reached a tall Torii bearing the Uchiha symbol. Two Shinobi wearing long coats and holding staffs stand flanking the Torii. Kuroda gestures for Yōsuru to follow, and he stops in front of the two.
One of them steps forward, their eyes turning from coal black to the crimson of the Sharingan, and they look Kuroda straight in the eyes. After a moment, the Uchiha sentry steps back, and bows.
"Welcome home, Lord Kuroda."
"It is good to be home. I bring another guest today!" Kuroda says, his voice a calm cheerfulness.
The sentries nod, and raise their hands to the empty space between the Torii pillars, and the air wavers like heat coming from hot stone in the summer. Kuroda smiles at Yōsuru, and he steps through - on the other side, they would be standing at the top of a hill overlooking a quaint town. A large lake to their left shimmers with the midday sun at the base of the hill. Only one building seemed to stand taller than a single story tall, and small blurs were moving about between the buildings and along the roads.
"...For them, I will always keep looking for that chance at peace." Kuroda says wistfully. "Come, come - I'm sure you're tired, or hungry. I know I am."
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Yōsuru Shin
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XP: 47
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Taijutsu: 3
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Speed: 3
Stamina: 2
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Post by Yōsuru Shin on Jun 30, 2023 1:58:02 GMT 10
Yōsuru said no more on the topic after that. It was clearly a sore spot, and curious as he was now was not the time to dredge up old wounds. Something did stick out to him as odd about Kuroda's story though. That being the unknown identity of his Grandfather's killer. Still, that was a query for later. Far more intriguing now was the Uchiha hideout that stood before them.
"Nice place, well hidden. And you're looking to move?" He asks curiously, at least he assumes that is Kuroda's eventual intention. Though such a big shift in location would put the Uchiha clan straight into the spotlight. The whole situation was very curious.
As they enter through the gates the first thing Yōsuru noticed was how fast everyone seemed to be moving, like they didn't want to remain out in the open for more than a moment. He knew the Uchiha had a guarded reptuation, but seeing it in person was something else entirely. At least their Leader seemed somewhat more open.
"I've always said a hot meal and a comfy seat are the greatest pleasures in life." He smile softly, nodding at Kuroda's invitation for rest and food. As they walked he continued taking in the sights, notably the people if any could be spotted. He wanted to see their attitude to not only an outsider, but a foreigner walking amongst them.
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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 30, 2023 7:49:35 GMT 10
Kuroda tilts his head to listen to Yōsuru as they walk.
"Yes. I would like to move." Kuroda says, nodding. "At the very least, we won't be hiding our heads in the sand if we do."
Which, Arata Namikaze had essentially pointed out, is what the Uchiha were doing. Hiding away from the world's problems with a temporary peace as everything else primed for another potential war. The Namikaze had been destroyed by the Daimyo - and it would only take a word from the Daimyo and armies would march out to flatten the Uchiha too, if given the reason and opportunity. Illusion jutsu would only delay that.
"Here we are..!" Kuroda says, smiling. They stop before what smells like a barbeque restaurant. "I hope you like boar meat!"
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Yōsuru Shin
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Ninja Rank: D
XP: 47
Ninjutsu: 3
Taijutsu: 3
Genjutsu: 1
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Speed: 3
Stamina: 2
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Post by Yōsuru Shin on Jun 30, 2023 13:13:01 GMT 10
Yōsuru could definitely smell their destination before he saw it. The unmistakeable scent of cooked meat wafting out of a nearby barbeque restaurant. As he inhaled he could already feel his stomach rumbling at the thought. "Ah Boar, a specialty of this Land as I understand it. It's been many years since I've had any." He smiles softly.
The last time he'd had boar meat would have likely been during the war. In the Land of Fire as an intruder. No supply trains or base camps. Deep behind enemy lines where he and his squad needed to live off the land themselves. The meat was tough usually, unless cooked correctly. Which was difficult to do over an open flame when an enemy attack could come at any second. So he could definitely say he was looking forward to having it cooked in a more sensible manner.
The two men entered the building. The smell only growing more intense from there. Eyes turned to look at them both, whether out of suspicion of him or reverence for their Leader he didn't know. Only that nobody said anything immediately. He trusted Kuroda to lead, to find them a place to sit, and to order.
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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 Jul 1, 2023 8:26:04 GMT 10
"The boar we hunt in this region of the Land of Fire are quite large, and abundant. Perhaps a little too abundant. We hunt them to keep their numbers from spilling over." Kuroda explains as the two enter the building. "It does help that the meat tastes very good, heh."
As Yōsuru noted, the folk within the restaurant offered polite bows - and, Yōsuru may note, there were some obvious shinobi wearing a symbol of a shuriken, and some wearing a wave-like pattern upon their backs. These shinobi are of the Fuma and Hagoromo Clans respectively, and they sit, chatting idly with a number of Uchiha.
"Visitors from the Fuma and Hagoromo - long allies of the Uchiha. The Fuma are distant relatives of the Uchiha, and are most welcome when they visit." he points out, offering them a courteous bow of his head. Kuroda finds a table - well, booth. A wooden box surrounds a slab of black, smooth stone, and a flame lit oven warms the rock. Kuroda sits, gesturing politely for Yōsuru to do so as well. "I like to take visitors here - Lord Namikaze was the last one to visit here and share in a meal. I think you'll like the boar and steamed vegetables. At least, I do!"
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Yōsuru Shin
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Stamina: 2
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Post by Yōsuru Shin on Jul 2, 2023 2:08:28 GMT 10
"Sounds the same as the Sandworms that live over in the Land of Wind. Burrowing little pests. Though now that I think about it I rather doubt they taste as good as a nice fat boar." He laughs gently, following where Kuroda was gesturing to the visiting members of the Uchiha's allied clans. It seemed the young Lord had already been hard at work forging alliances before him. The Shin were going to have some work to do to prove that they deserved to sit at this table.
"I wish I could speak of Allies that I could put you in contact with, but as it stands now the rest of Wind want little to nothing to do with us. An attitude I hope to change." He gives a nod to the other dignitaries as Kuroda explains that the last formally invited guest was the head of the Namikaze. "Oh, interesting. You two seemed to be on friendly terms, despite his clear friendship with Lady Senju. A confusing web you weave here."
"Oh, and you need not spoil me in terms of food. I'll eat what you put in front of me. Even plain bread would be better than some of the things I've eaten in the past." He grimaces. The meal Kuroda outlined did indeed sound delicious, and Yōsuru was looking forward to it, but he also wanted to make it clear he was no high and mighty Lord, and didn't need to be waited on hand and foot.
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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 Jul 2, 2023 7:27:52 GMT 10
"I wouldn't worry about that too much - the alliances the Uchiha have with the Hagoromo and and Fuma are longstanding, and quite old. Like I said, the Fuma are a distantly related Clan to the Uchiha, though they don't share our Sharingan."
Kuroda smirks at Yōsuru.
"And I think I'll spoil you anyway." Kuroda chuckles. "At the very least because you impressed me out there."
The two are handed menus, and Kuroda orders the boar meat, vegetables, and a pot of Jasmine Tea for himself, allowing Yōsuru to order his own food as he saw fit.
"And there's no web. Not one of my making, at least." Kuroda adds once both orders are taken. "Lord Namikaze happened across me while I was going through my morning routine - praying at the stone statue you also came to find me at. He seemed agreeable enough, and was travelling, as you tell me you are."
Kuroda gazes out the window for a moment, and turns back to Yōsuru.
"Alliances are formed as a matter of need, towards a common goal." Kuroda says. "If Arata has allied with the Senju, then that's very much his decision. But a web? No. Circumstances are just a little funny on this matter, is how I will choose to look at it."
Kuroda smiles.
"But you spoke of an alliance between the Shin and Uchiha. May I ask which you mean - a simple friendship between us and the clans?" Kuroda inquires. "Or do you mean an alliance to work towards a mutually beneficial goal? And what would you seek to work towards?"
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Yōsuru Shin
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Speed: 3
Stamina: 2
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Post by Yōsuru Shin on Jul 2, 2023 22:13:39 GMT 10
"And the same for me." Yōsuru politely requests, handing the menu back to the waiter with a smile before turning back to listen to Kuroda explain the circumstances of the Senju and the Namikaze. "So a web not weaved by you, but a web all the same." He smirks slightly, a small puff of air exiting his nostrils as he ponders the situation. Perhaps he should just relax and not try to view everything as some kind of grand political scheme. But he had been a soldier far too long, and during that time, near everything was a scheme.
His own clan had tried to marry him off to some other. So long ago now that he couldn't even remember. The alliance had died on its arse long before it could be put together though. As his bride to be turned out to be an Assassin who killed one of the Shin's high-ranking Shinobi. Though he doubted the Lord Namikaze was such a thing.
His misty grey eyes returned to focus on the Uchiha Lord after a few moments. As Kuroda asked him what kind of alliance he was offering. Truly until that moment he wasn't quite sure, but his eyes narrowed slightly and he adjusted his sitting position to face the other man directly, his tone serious.
"A true alliance, bound by oath. To last us the generations." He explained, giving a moment for the gravity of such a statement to sink in. "I speak in no half measures when I say peace needs to be maintained. Strong ties binding my land and yours, my clan and yours. Can only serve to benefit us both."
He looks down for a moment as he ponders his next words. "You seek a home for your clan, and by my oath you shall have it. I seek a home for all in the Land of Wind. Aid me with that, and our clans will stand as brothers."
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