Training with a Village Ninja

There were rocks everywhere, mountainous rocks, large boulders, relatively big hills, the list went on. It was honestly no wonder that the country itself was called the Land of Earth, considering there were earthen masses all over the place. The weather itself for the day was relatively bright, the sun shining brilliantly, yet lightly down upon the Land of Earth, cradling it in it's bright rays of sunshine. Yuki, however, was not enjoying how bright it was outside. Not in the slightest. It wasn't necessarily that it was hot, it was actually kind of cool due to the wind. However, it was relatively bright and it was bothering the young girl's eyes. She ignored it, however, and managed to maintain her composure as she walked through the rocky area, weaving between them with little difficulty, in search of a place to begin her training.

Kira was already waiting for the young girl in the spot she assumed Yuki would find eventually. It was the same spot where she and youka first trained, the same spot where youka maku and she had just had...issues....And it was the spot she felt most comfortable in outside of the city. As she waited she scanned the battle field for no reason other then boredom. There were still traces of blood and sweat from the spar she had with youka the day before, which she assumed would wash away with the next rain, if it ever came. 

    Behind her the small flower pixie like dolls floated as usual. She cast a glance up at the light blue one, taking in it's features as if they were brand new to the young nin. She supposed it was something about having the realization that death is immenent brought directly back to the forefront of your mind that caused you to step back and think about the little things. Her mind slid back to youka. She relived the look in his eyes. That look was the reason she wanted to get stronger. She could fight him now, but still had a way to go before beating him was an option and as long as he held the hatred he had in his heart there was always the chance he could snap and actually end her life. 

    The are they trained in was pretty simple. The ground flattened out just past a large group of hills just past the first plateau leading up to the great wide mountains that surrounded the country. There were large boulders, as well as smaller ones sporadically placed, as was expected of earth country, but this small zone seemed perfectly opened and set up for them. It was almost as if someone had built the clearing for the soul purpose of a training ground outside of the village. 

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(thread stats: str: 15 Health:22(+120 armor durability) Stam: 27 Speed:120 (370 react) chakra: 190)

Yuki was not much of the type to train. After all, she was a difficult person to fight in general because the very sight of blood would often cause her to lose it and give in to cannibalistic desires. That was why she had to control herself and try not to draw blood in this training session, that was if they decided to spar. She figured they would as sparring was the optimal method of training for two people to engage in and Yuki had no qualms with such a method of training. She was just scared that she would end up biting the female whom had been so nice to her so far and she didn't want the female to think she was weird. Yuki sighed as she came across the area where she had been asked to meet her, a flattened area that was exceptionally different from the surrounding area.

Yuki stepped from between two large rocks to see the woman whom she would be training with today, the same woman from earlier whom she had met at the gates. She analyzed the woman quickly, taking a moment to admire how beautiful she was... As well as how delicious her flesh looked. Yuki shook the thought out of her mind, trying not to think too much on how hungry she was. After all, she only really ate people and she hadn't eaten in quite some time. The chances of her accidentally biting the woman, though not too hard, were rather high.

Yuki took a few steps forward until she was approximately eight meters in front of the woman, her feet planted firmly on the ground and her four and half foot tall body standing positioned perfectly to maneuver, dodge, or block at a moment's notice. She realized that it was vital never to let one's guard down, no matter how comfortable you became with someone. Keeping your guard up was what kept you alive and Yuki wanted to remain alive for a long time, to taste all kinds of flesh, see all kinds of shades of red, and experience the smell of many different types of blood. It was indeed a strange way to look at life, but it was her way of looking at life. It wasn't her fault that she was rather strange. It was the fault of society. The society that had taken her family away from her. It was that same society that had forced her to become a Missing Ninja simply because she had acquired a taste for human flesh.

'What kind of shinobi society do we live in...?' she pondered quietly in her mind, as she realized she had yet to speak. All these thoughts had flowed through her mind in a matter of three seconds but that was still a bit of a long time to simply stand there, staring off into space. She caught herself and opened her mouth to speak, clearly thinking over her words carefully as she always did. "It is nice to meet you again, lady, indeed it is. Please try to hold back, for I am weak indeed." she spoke in her typical monotone voice, her accent gentle and soft as she spoke calmly, her request rather reasonable. After all, she was exceptionally weak at that moment and was in dire need of getting stronger. If this woman went all out on her she would most certainly die... No, that was an understatement. This woman could massacre her in cold blood if she so chose to. Yuki felt exhilarated.

She was nudged out of her trance like state as the young girl's words pierced her day dreams, ripping her back to reality and causing her to perk up, though only slightly. She turned her gaze to the young girl, taking a moment to study her before considering her words and speaking. "It's kiranomo. But you may call me Kira, And you dont have to worry. I will be helping to train you with my dolls. This, " She pointed to the dark colored doll floating about a meter and a half above her head. It let out a loud sigh to float downward so the girl could see her. 

The pixie was a strange thing to be sure. It had no wings, however seemed to float in midair as if it were a natural thing one did. it's head looked like a water droplet no bigger then a quarter with small black eyes and a tiny mouth curled downward into a look that radiated passive aggressive distaste for the situation. 

    It's body was two thick vines, or at least thick for it's size. The creature itself was about the size of a kunai, each vine resembling the thickness of a senbon cut in half so the thickest part began at the base of the doll's back. From there the dark colored vines twisted upon themselves to create the girl's body only to split off and form two pointed legs. it's arms were fashioned similarly of a vine that crossed between the two of it's chest to stretch out on either side in a way that made it look almost like a vudu doll until it moved, making it clear the creature was alive and not a patch work of twigs and straw. The final detail of the doll, and possibly the most important, was the skirt it wore. Four petals fell down the small creature's legs about half way, resembling that of a four leaf clover only dark black. There were accents of a white and light blue that formed strange symbols that looked only a bit as if they were natural, as well as a light blue grey border around each petal. as she moved it bouced about lightly, the edge tapping against her legs. 


"sorry what was I saying?" She had taken too much time studying the small creature and lost her train of thought again. "I Um...This is Daruku, and it's sister shuurin. " As she spoke the light blue doll zipped over at it's max speed of ninety to take a look at the girl, giggling and bouncing about in the air like a small child. She looked exactly like her sister asside from the color difference. Where Daruku was black or dark colored Shuurin sported a bright aqua blue or sky color. 

    "I think they will be able to more easilly assit you, and I will be working with them to ensure no one gets hurt. " As she spoke she gave daruku a glare that said 'dont think about it' She knew the girl's need for mischief but this child seemed sweet and now wasn't the time. 

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Yuki was surprised that the female, no, Kiranomo, had revealed her true name to someone she had just met. None the less, a missing ninja whom had just popped up at their villages gates requesting entrance. After all, it was quite strange, was it not? A young girl barely 13 years old showing up at their village, wanting to train with them and be 'friends'? No one could simply tell her that these people were letting their guard down because she was a cute little girl... No, that couldn't be it. Perhaps she was forgetting how strange other people were? Their thought processes were completely different from her own. Particularly the fact that they trusted people for such odd and strange reasons. She didn't understand the logic herself but she was sure the majority of the shinobi world would have reacted the same way Kira had had they been placed in the same situation.

Yuki realized that she should probably give out her name as well. After all, she had yet to speak very much, and not even telling her own name was a bit odd and suspicious. She gave the same mechanical smile that she had given earlier, tilting her head slightly to the side and letting her teeth show. "Greetings, Kira, indeed it is pleasant to know your name now. I am Yuki. Like the snow, indeed." she murmured in her monotonous voice, her eyes laid gently on the dolls that fluttered around her, her pupils flickering from one to the other to keep track of their movements and appearances. While Yuki was taking mental notes on the appearance and what-not of the dolls, she was also taking into account the speed at which they moved. It was noticeably greater than her own speed but she was sure that they wouldn't be too rough with her.

Yuki stepped forward, her mechanical smile disappearing and being replaced with a rather plain faced look that clearly displayed no visible emotions. She got into position, her feet firmly planted on the ground and her hands at her sides, ready to perform the necessary handsigns for what little jutsu she actually knew when and if the need arose. "I think they will be able to more easilly assit you, and I will be working with them to ensure no one gets hurt. " Kira spoke as if Yuki was some cute little innocent child, which wasn't entirely accurate. Actually, it was about as far from accurate as one could get. Though, Yuki couldn't hold it against her as the woman, in reality, knew very little about the girl and thus had no way of knowing anything about her. Yuki finally nodded, her plain face gazing over at Kiranomo. "I am ready to begin, indeed."

"It is nice to meet you Yuki. " Her name was reminiscent to the village Maku and Youka had just taken. That very fact sent her swirling back into the thoughts of the past few days and she seemed to disconnect from the world entirely, which was fine considering she could give commands without the need to speak. As she thought, bending down to take a seat on one of the rocks near her just large enough to perch up on, her legs curling up almost to touch her chest with one hand strait out and downward to prop herself up, a voice pierced her thought driven haze. 

    ~Kira. Do not dwell on it. You know how they are but the past is past. We must concentrate on the future or get lost to the world.~ Selene's voice offered slight comfort, not that her outward expression showed the change, which was good considering their mental convorsation remained unheard by any but Kira and the voice in her head. 

     ~Not now...I...Just need to think could you?~ Without another word the strange woman took over. Her expression lost a bit of the excited perky nature that was in essence Kiranomo, though she attempted to keep it to hold up the facade. 

    "Alright. Shuurin. If you would. " The small blue doll floated into place about five meters from youki, raising it's tiny arms up to prepare. She had been given a single senbon before in order to defend herself. Bless the childs heart she had the ability to support but very little fightin power herself outside of the first petal. 

    "Yes misstress. Whenever you're ready Yuki we may begin. Please make the first move."

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Yuki examined Kiramono closely, her dull and lifeless doll-like eyes conveying that fact. She was the type to examine and take note of her surroundings every moment that she could, so it was no surprise that she had noticed when Kira's demeanor had changed so suddenly, no matter how minor the change it may have been. Though, due to how minor the change was on the outside, Yuki disregarded it, making a small mental note on it. She would keep it in mind as they continued, as it may have been of some importance. She then switched her gaze to the doll that went by the name of Shuurin, one that clearly wielded a senbon of sorts? Yuki nodded at Kira's request for her to go first, realizing that defending would not be sufficient in training and honing her abilities.

That said, Yuki took off running towards the doll as fast as her little legs could carry her, hitting her max speed of five rather quickly, but doubted it would be enough to land a successful hit. 'I have to play weak...' she thought to herself. She had to get at least one good hit in, she wanted to impress the lady if with nothing else other than her pure tactical capabilities. She sprinted forward with a thrust of her foot against the ground, quickly performing a short string of hand signs, before aiming a punch at the doll but intentionally diverting it slightly to the left of the doll, as if she had accidentally lost track of her aim and was about to miss. However, as soon as her fist was just within range of the doll she would instantly activate the jutsu she knew best, the only one she knew, actually. Multi-size technique. Her entire body would instantly grow to nine meters in height and her bodily proportions would all grow as well along with it, including her fist.

This sudden and near instantaneous change in size would cause her fist to clip the doll, at the very least if it connected. If it did not connect, Yuki would have to think of another idea that would enable her to land a hit. After all, even if it was a good plan she might have been underestimating her opponent. Or at least, underestimating her opponent's underestimation of her. However, so far Kira had disregarded her as an innocent child, possibly a weak one. She doubted that the woman suspected her of being capable of such an underhanded tactic. After all, the hand signs prior to her punch very well appeared as if she was charging a chakra punch or something of that sorts. It could have been anything.

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Shuurin continued to float, watching the girl come at her. The doll delighted at how cute Yuki looked running as quickly as she could, and considered zipping past her, but decided it could be seen as rude. As the attack was sent at her she raised the senbon. She would use it to block of course, since using a weapon of that nature would be dangerous. Kira could heal her, however it was just best not to.

    As the attack got in range The small doll moved the senbon outwards at a speed of twelve, not enough to over power Yuki, but enough to get inside of the attack and knock it harmlessly away, except as it got within range the target got much bigger. Taking the hit Shuuring flew backwards to skid across the ground twice before coming to a stop slightly dazed and very confused. 

    "Hm....She's an Akimichi? Intriguing." The dark black doll commented from over head, deciding not to offer any more then that or step in to assist her sister. After a moment shuuring got back up, shaken but not out. She brandished the small weapon once more to nod at Yuki, suggesting she attack again. 4

Despite her seemingly emotionless expression, Yuki was actually rather happy that her attack had connected. At least that meant she had not completely failed as a kunoichi. She had gotten in her one hit... Now she needed to come up with a secondary plan if she was to make contact again like that. After all, her speed was much lower than that of the doll, she could tell that much by the way it had held up the senbon at over twice her speed, something it did so simply but would have take Yuki days of grueling training just to match that speed. At the size of three meters tall, Yuki approached the doll once more, still running at her maximum speed of five. Yuki once more pulled back her fist, preparing to punch the doll once more.

Her next ploy was slightly different, and hopefully it would be successful. It was a rather simple plan to see just how much the doll, or Kira, knew about the Akimichi clan and its techniques. If her hit landed cleanly, it would have knocked the doll out. However, Yuki was not expecting it to be a clean hit. She expected for the doll to either avoid it or try to defend against it, probably with the senbon that she held. Yuki finally came within range of the doll, swinging her fist forward at a speed of five, aiming right at the center of the doll.

Shuurin shook her tiny water droplet head to clear her mind of the daze. She didn't notice the young girl until the voice in her head told her simply to move, and so she did. She zipped strait upwards from hr possition on the ground at her full speed of ninety, flying up about five meters to dodge where the girl struck, spinning once in midair before flosting back town until she was eye level with her opponent.