The End of it All [Observation]

Not even a minute later, chaos had filled the entire village - people running for their lives as the giant wooden construct had started its assault. Ise had noticed the appearance of Youta and another Genin - more than likely one of Toran’s Teammates. Ise was scared, but rather than showing it, the same serious expression on his face had seemed to stay there as he witnessed people running for their lives. Since regrouping with someone of a Chunin or higher seemed like a good solution, Ise had decided to follow Youta, as he knew very well that there wasn’t a chance in hell that he would be able to stand up and fight against those who were assaulting the front gates to the village. He gave a nod towards Toran, hoping that he too would follow them.

It didn’t take the four of them to stop, as there was a higher-ranking shinobi close by. Once Youta and Typhon had given the man their names, Ise introduced himself next. “Isemori Uchiha from Team Summer reporting,” The silver-haired Uchiha had said. Normally Ise would talk someone’s ear off, but then again, this situation wasn’t something that he normally dealt with, hence his quiet behavior. After he and the others greeted themselves right after the other, Ise folded his arms as Arashi had started to speak. Shortly after the words ‘Hoshi is under attack’ made Ise scowl in anger, his serious expression having been immediately changed into a grimace. Ise had continued to stay quiet whilst given their orders, which prompted the silver-haired Uchiha to nod, understand what was being asked of him.

A loud bang could be heard over where the village gate, Ise looking back at the giant construct that was still there. Ise had also noticed from where he stood that a wooden pole that was standing out of the ground was about to fall on a civilian, and that was when Ise’s feet had begun to move on their own as if responding to help the villager was second nature to him. The chakra-like wings of his spirit peacock blessing had quickly formed, flying only a couple of feet off the ground, however, something else had formed the moment his Sharingan had activated while revealing that same unique pattern in both of his eyes. A ribcage colored black had formed around Ise as well as an arm that was able to hold the pole up so that it would not fall on top of the civilian.

“Move, quickly!” Ise had told the person who was sitting there in fear of almost being crushed to death. The civilian was hesitant however, they moved quickly, and once they were gone from behind them. Ise used the black skeletal-like arm to gently set the tall wooden pole onto the ground a few feet away from where he stood. The black-colored ribcage and arm had faded away shortly after but was followed by excruciating pain in Ise’s eyes, making him grunt loudly, clutching the front of his face. He stood there like that, not really sure what he had just done. “What in the hell was that? Is it some sort of hidden ability that the Sharingan has?” He had asked himself mentally while panting from the pain that was beginning to gradually fade. Whatever kind of jutsu that was though, it helped save someone's life just now.

He looked back at Toran and the others who had witnessed what had happened. “Oi, what are you three waiting for?” Ise had said to his fellow Genin. “We were given our orders, now let's go!” Ise had said to the three other Genin, including his younger cousin.

WC: 598
TWC: 1,074

Rustling their bed head, Anzuru thought it's quite a noisy day, as they lay in some house's bed. Daydreaming and sleeping is a great way to train maybe? Yeah Anzuru really just wants to stay asleep. All this rumbling in the village is causing some PTSD for Anzuru. Sliding out of bed, they finally accept they're going to have to see what's going on. Since they were napping anyway, Anzuru looks presentable at least. Not bothering to put on their non-prescription glasses, Anzuru just puts on a simple and dark purple mantle. Coming up to a window of this little house, there's no companions with Anzuru currently.
 
There appears to be a gigantic attacker that Anzuru sees outside. Anzuru can't say they're surprised, since they know summons can get big too. Animated jutsu like the statue puts a bad taste in Anzuru's mouth. Summons never bring anything good. Although if Anzuru had a special contract, they might be able to leave the village by teleporting away. Quickly deciding there's nothing they can do, Anzuru confirmed they're in a safe area for now as long as the defenders succeed. The golem doesn't seem dangerous enough to reach every corner of a gigantic village, but Anzuru is relatively lucky too to start their day at this friend's house. Going to a library or training might prove useful at this time. In Anzuru's case, they'll just stay resting at the house. It's not safe to be too alone at this time anyway. Shelter in place is a good idea for emergencies. Anzuru goes back to bed hopeful. Surely the village has been attacked before and still stands.

WC: 274

“We are being attacked? Do we know by whom yet? I guess all that will be answered eventually. We have to focus! right everyone? We have to make sure our families and every one is safe. Alright Ise, Toran, Typhon we should probably stick together to make sure no one gets attacked. We do not know who or how many are here and attacking.” He would look to the rest of the group and when Ise would tell us to hurry up and come on. Youta would reply “let’s go house to house and business to business try to get as many people to the evacuation places.” He would then wait for the rest of the Genin and other ninja in the area to dismiss and when him and anyone else who follow would leave he would go up to Ise, Toran, and Typhon and ask “Do you all and your family’s have an emergency plan on where to meet if the village were to get destroyed? Do any of you need to talk to your families? You know what they say ‘Hope for the best but plan for the worst. Let me know I will cover for you guys as much as I can.” He would follow the other ninja going door to door trying to find stragglers and people who might need help getting to the evacuation zones. He would say Calmly but firmly “Everyone this is a precautionary measure! Lord Hogokage is out protecting the village with a very good defense team.”

WC 258
TWC749

Dragon cries pierced the sky above the Hidden Star Village. Mythical creatures only seen and heard in legendary tales now flew over Hoshigakure, perhaps a sign the undergoing events would soon be added in the Land of Haven's history books as well. The rumbling of two wooden giants could be felt even inside the city walls, goosebumps all over for the ones witnessing said spectacle. "Good god", a voice echoed in a shaken tone, filling the room on the top floor of the White Clock Tower. It was there where the current Nova Commander, Akaboshi, had a clear view over the entire village and the uproar it was in.

In a swift movement he put on his cloak representing the White Swords of Haven, a flashback to the time when Stein of Konoha attempted to subjugate the village for reasons unknown. But then again, from the stories he've heard it seemed the former rogue was never one easy to figure out. Birds flew past the top floor of the building, surrounding the Red Nova almost as if they tried to tell him something. "Look like ravens". Their feathers as dark as the night, hopefully not a harbinger of the events that were yet to unfold. Following the sound of the cries piercing the blue sky above Haven the man would now attempt to become the light that would get rid of the darkness.

Activating his Mangekyo Sharingan, Akaboshi's crimson eyes tracked the movements of two of his dragons, both of them responsible for creating the alarming sound up high. "Aiden, Hedwig. With me, now". Immediately answering their summoner's call, both brothers came flying towards the top floor where he'd be standing. "This is what we've trained for all this time, let's go". With a single move the Nova Commander got atop of Hedwig, his younger brother Aiden following behind as they began to fly towards the village gates.

His famous locks waved from side to side while his crimson eyes continued to keep watch of the events taking place outside of the village gates. Making their descent the three of them arrived at the walls, Akaboshi after making a successful landing would immediately ask for an update on the situation while at the same time sending out the two dragon brothers to escort the civilians. "Evacuate those who haven't yet and bring them to safety. I'll be fine now, be careful". With a confident nod he'd order Aiden and Hedwig once more, trusting they would carry out what he'd asked for.

Standing atop the village walls he then turned towards the forces that were present, raising his voice loud enough for everyone to hear. "Now is not the time for panic, nor for your own glory". Each step he took would kick up some dust, his voice getting heavier with every word he spoke. "We have a duty to protect those who cannot take care of them theirselves, that should be our priority". He'd look over the battle that had begun, pointing at the Hoshigakure forces that answered the incoming threat. "Have faith in our Kage, trust that they will not make it past our defensive line". Once he had finished speaking Akaboshi looked for his friend at the gates, hoping to see him full of vigor. 

The Red Nova spotted Ayato in a meditating state, most likely gathering Nature energy for when the situation called for an enhanced state. The Seventh Hogokage was joined by a couple of others, some of Haven's most trusted soldiers who accompanied their Lord to intercept and react to the approaching threat. Among them was Dusk, one of the members of Nova, the Senju close to Ayato's side. "He was always one ready to go" the Captain voiced under his breath, now feeling more assured due to the blue haired's presence. "Hang in there", keeping watch over the situation Akaboshi prepared to help out when necessary, ready to step in when called for.  

(WC: 659)

With the genin having jumped straight into action, Arashi smiled as the evacuation went so much easier and faster.  He continued his work as the jounin in charge of the village safety, trying to ignore the sounds of battle coming from the gates.  There would time for that, and if needed he could join in then.  As the last of the villagers made their way through.... at least those who weren't stubbornly praying to their god for salvation, Arashi let himself sigh with relief, when something felt off... very off.

The sky above him darkened, and the tell tale sound of thunder roared.  He could feel the chakra in the clouds influencing them but... it wasn't him.  He wasn't familiar at all.  Which meant... someone knew his family's talents.  Directing the other ninja in the village to secure the village proper, Arashi recalled his clones and jumped to the nearest roof, racing towards the gates.  Something didn't feel right at all, and he suspected there was someone at the gates using talents they didn't develop on their own.  His talents.  

He finally arrived at the gate while the deluge came down, looking out at the battlefield.  He couldn't see anyone actually changing the weather, at least no intentional technique. Perhaps it was just a byproduct?  Still, he had a sense of someone with a similar chakra nature as his own, and he wanted to see who it was... and what relation they had with his family.  Before he knew it, however, the Hogokage acted, and he watched in surprise as the golem started to just.. crumble.

(WC: 266)

Exit

(TWC: 659)
Claims, using 25% max stat discount:
- 659 towards Red Raven (previously trained here)

approved for Akaboshi