Sands of Time (p/nk/io)

Nobu would simply wait and watch to see what the boy would do. He put up a single hand seal fairly quickly, but nothing seemed to happen. Did something happen and Nobu just miss it? Was it some sort of Genjutsu or something? Nobu couldn't be sure, but he would still have to practice the only way he knew how to, head on. Rushing forwards (Speed 50) to close the gap between them, Nobu would place a quick "test punch" to try and gauge his opponent (Speed 20, Power 5) with his left fist. He didn't want to overdo it and end up ending the training before it could really begin. 

The punch was aimed for Zim's chest, right into the sternum area. A well placed shot here could hurt, but Nobu didn't put enough into the strike to cause any real harm. If the strike connects, Nobu would reposition, knowing that he couldn't press the attack too much during the training. If blocked, Nobu would smile and nod before launching a right knee towards the gut of Zim.

Zim was rather shocked at how quickly Nobu moved and how fast he fought back! This kid was fast and ready to go! Zim realized that he would have to keep his wits about him while training with him! He BARELY blocked the strike to his chest and he had to move quickly to do so because he realized that his shadow jutsu did not work! What did he expect honestly? The sun was blocked and he needed direct light to cast a shadow. Think Zim. Think! And think fast! He told himself as he blocked the attack! Nobu smiled? What?OW!
Zim went down as his knee was strcuck! Holy Hell the kid could pack a kick and a punch! But two can play at that game! As he went down he used his other leg to attempt to kick Nobus Knee in the process to take him down! Good thinking Zim? Maybe. Unless blocked or stopped, Zim's foot would come in contact with Nobus knee!

So the other shinobi had been at least capable. That was good. If they had not been than this training would have likely been... interesting to say the least. As a counter to Nobu's knee strike, Zim decided to strike at the knee. A good place for a strike. Not only could it knock down an opponent, but because of it being the knee only minimal force would be needed in order to bring down a larger or typically stronger opponent. This motion rang in Nobu's head as rather similar in style to Leaf Gale, but it hadn't been moving all that fast. Nobu could likely dodge the strike, but he also wanted to keep gauging where Zim had been at as far as power and skill. He seemed to know where to strike, but could he put enough strength behind the knowledge to make it work.

The blow connects, not causing young Nobu a whole lot of pain. The genin was clearly not a taijutsu specialist, that much was now for certain. The leaves only a few other possibilities. Weaponry was off the table, as the man didn't brandish any sort of weapon. No, it was likely Ninjutsu, Genjutsu, or Medical. Those don't rely so much on the development of ones physique and more on chakra. He had tried to perform some sort of hand seal earlier, so that only made Nobu fairly sure of it. 

He would buckle a bit upon the impact kneeling down to grab on to the leg of the shinobi. Nobu would use his strength to try and flip the Genin into the air from the ground (A simple feat for his strength score I would believe) and launch him back a few meters. Nobu would give the shinobi the time to get back up, as this was just a simple training exercise. 

"That movement you did with the kick just now is rather close to the Leaf Gale. Are you familiar with the technique? If not, I can give you a brief demonstration." Nobu would resume his battle stance, allowing the other shinobi to press the offensive. He had normally been the one to be more aggressive in battles, but in this particular scenario it would seem more beneficial for the training to allow Zim to attack and Nobu to try and react. He knew that he was able to succeed in attacking, but would be be able to defend against anything this guy through at him?

And next thing Zim knew, he was airborne and it was just one quick smooth move from Nobu that sent him in the air! This kid, was very skilled and maybe more than Zim expected to go up against in a spar! But now came the learning process, which was the whole point anyways right? Zim landed on his feet as he turned when he was thrown, but the impact hurt and caused him to skid and when he finally stopped he fell to his knees! And as he prepared to strike, that was when Nobu spoke up!
The Leaf Gale sounded interesting and maybe Zim did need to know the technique after all! It wouldn’t hurt to learn new techniques, maybe then his parents would get off his back about training. It was annoying to Zim but at the same time he understood.
“Yes, yes I would like to see it. Forgive me, I do not know a lot of jutsus because I do not get out much or have much contact with other people, I was hoping I would learn something from training today.” Zim spoke as he stood up and brushed his long black hair behind his ears!

"Always glad to show someone something new relating to Taijutsu." Nobu would say with a smile as he went on to explain the move. The boy sure liked his Taijutsu it would seem.  "This technique is mostly used to knock the opponent from their feet. A low kick at the right spot can send even the largest of foes off their feet, which is why this can be such a useful technique. If can start combination attacks, end combination attacks, or even just be utilized on its own." 

Demonstrating the technique and proper form, he does it a total of three times. Twice slowly to show the movements of the sweeping kick, and one at a more normal speed. "Now, you will notice that you seem to be moving faster when performing the move. The momentum of your body following through from the attack will be the culprit here, but that isn't super important. Let's see you try the technique a few times to see if you got it. You were already fairly close, so it likely won't take you long to learn."


Watching Zim now to make sure that he was doing it right would be Nobu's focus. Injuries are no fun, and Nobu would feel bad if the guy learned improperly from him and that lead to a combat wound. Not to mention it would be a mark against Nobu's Taijutsu form if his student had used it incorrectly.

Enjoying the rain, Nobu watches while taking in notes on form and speed. He wouldn’t measure this other shinobi by the same standards that he measured himself by, though. They weren’t a Taijutsu specialist, so Nobu would keep this in mind. A rough start it seemed, Zim managing to hurt their wrist in the process of learning the move. Will this deter him, or will the pain fuel his desire to get better? That was the primary question on the mind of Nobu. Once Zim seemed to have the move down, Nobu would give a nod that they had managed to perform the maneuver well enough to say they know it.
 
Nobu would speak up, “Alright, you did that move fairly well. That wrist injury, is that going to be a problem?” Waiting for whatever the answer, Nobu would continue to enjoy the rain storm, heavy drops wetting his face as he looks up at the clouds overhead. Nobu didn’t expect them to stop the training over a minor injury, but an injury isn’t something to take lightly and so he would understand either way.
 

If Zim decided to continue, Nobu would grin before speaking. “Strong resolve to strengthen yourself, I like it. Now you have one more tool at your disposal in this spar.” Returning to his battle stance, he would finish merely with a look and hand gesture that would let Zim know to come at him whenever ready.

"I"ll be fine." He said with a smile rubbing his wrist. "My goal is to be stronger in other jutsus, considering I mainly rely on my shadow jutsus simply because I am a Nara. I lack in other areas in which I shouldn't.  We can contin-" Zim looked up as he noticed a figure out of the corner of his eye. "Hey Jayden, want to join in? Nobu this is my friend, Jayden Terumi." Zim said addressing both individuals. And introducing Jayden to Nobu.

Watching from the corner of his eye, a newcomer approaches. They don't seem to be proceeding stealthily or trying to hide, so they likely weren't someone to be overly cautious of. Anyone here wishing him ill wouldn't be so open about it, at least not that he would think. 

Watching Zim get up and dust himself off he sees that they know one another. Nobu would look over at the new face, Jayden Terumi. He looked to be roughly the same age as Zim, their clothing styles and builds being similar as well. They look as though they could be brothers, and Nobu might have thought as much if he didn't know that they had two different surnames, Nara and Terumi. 


"Nice to meet you Jayden. My name is Nobu and I'm currently training with Zim here, teaching him a few moves. If you want to join that is fine. Are you two both on the same team?" Nobu would ask, wondering how the members of his own team were doing. It seems to have been forever since they all got together. "If you are on the same team, might I suggest a particular training exercise? Teamwork is key to the success of difficult missions, so feel free to work on your team synergy while training. I have no qualms about you both attacking me at once. It'll be good practice for all of us." Nobu stretches out a bit more while waiting on an answer, making sure he was limber and ready for the spar.


"I can also show you some Taijutsu as well during the training. Unless I see that you are adept at it though I can't offer beyond the more basic maneuvers." He adds in, making sure that they know that he still is more than willing to teach new techniques to his Suna comrades.