To Oceanside [fishing tournament travel]

After being teleported back to the village of Tanbogakure, Hiko wasn’t entirely sure on what exactly to expect next. The whirlwind of events which had taken place a mere hour or two before arriving back had sent the mind of the 16 year old into somewhat of a whirlwind. Everything had happened so fast really, but hey, some money had been made so at the end of the day, he wasn’t really going to complain about it. On that same note, the rogue did manage to find himself a travel partner. Katsuragi; a man just like himself. Eyes consistently set on money and the sorts. Up to this point, the two had gotten along quite well, so hopefully they could keep this stroke of luck up. The two would need it after all.
 
With that in mind, the Tau would pack up his things from where he was currently staying within the village as the two were about to head out for the current fishing contest which was taking place now. Maybe they would come across something else within their travels, but only time could tell for that. For now, the relatively short teen would just do what was planned.
 
Walking through the streets of Tanbo, it was relatively nice outside. The day seemed to be pretty much average up until here. No extreme weather conditions, but it was starting to get a tiny bit cloudy out. Not so much so to where it had blotted out the sun and its rays of dazzling light, but enough to cast a different shade upon the land. Things had start to become a bit grayer, and people’s moods certainly reflected this fact. Numerous villagers and ordinary citizens were seen going back inside, rather disheartened by a potential oncoming storm. This fact though, still wouldn’t stop Hiko. He’d just continue along his way towards the village gates where he was expected to meet his newfound partner in crime; the brown and neutral tones of his outfit was the only thing to really match the air of the current environment.
 
A few moments of walking had lead him to the intended destination; the boy had taken notice that Kat was already there waiting for him. In the distance, but still while drawing near the other ninja, he’d call out ”Oi, you ready to go?” There was a sense of urgency in his voice. Judging from the looks of things, his companion had felt likewise.
 
WC: 411

A light smirk crossed Hiko’s face as Kat offered his way of greeting. The boy didn’t budge as his left arm was met with an extremely delicate punch. One that, thankfully, didn’t have the full force of the man behind it. Otherwise, there certainly would’ve been a bruise in the morning. As for the peering and lingering eyes of the onlookers, the shady kid didn’t take much of that in either. It wasn’t because he didn’t take notice of it. The same thing pretty much happened wherever he went. But after a certain point, one just became desensitized to it all. Though it still left a sour taste of paranoia dangling within his mouth.

Keeping this in mind, sly and devious smile still crossing from ear to ear, he would nod his head in agreement ”The sooner we get out of here, the better. That grand prize would look awfully nice, and with the two of us, we’ve doubled our chances that one of us will get it.” Hiko would also lean in when his eyes would notice the raised hand, as if letting the deviant in on a little secret. Upon hearing said secret, it just so happened to perk up the already elevated smile. ”Now that’s up my particular alley. But, as you said, that can wait until we get to wherever we’re going to fish, no way in hell we can get caught doing it here.” The youngin’s tone also matched the other, more muscular dude’s. Hushed, in a low whisper.

”With that being said, let’s get this show on the road shall we?” While saying that, Hiko Shimada would start heading towards the village gates where the two would have to check out the same way they checked in, lest they wanted to attract some unwanted attention from the guards.

WC: 306

Seeing that Kat was in agreeance, Hiko would pick up the pace a bit as the two would stride towards the gate together. Between him and the guy with the leather jacket, there wasn’t too much of a distance; only about a meter or so. But while the one was doing the expedited process of checking out, the other would stand back for a second, just to watch and make sure things went over smoothly. Luckily for the both of them, the gate guards didn’t hold them up or anything. Also, on that same note, the young travelers were also lucky that they didn’t have to go through the full process of actually checking out since they weren’t leaving the country.

Once everything had been all set, Hiko would then finish up with his miniature check out, the guard giving a somewhat weary eye to him; just like how that old lady had given him upon arrival. People really mustn’t have seen a lot of action around these parts. That was something that the two would have to change. Spice things up a bit for the civilians and shinobi of Tanbogakure. Albeit, this potential thought process could be fully worked out later as well. For now though, both Hiko and Katsuragi would see themselves out of the village, and head to the oceanside.

WC: 224
TWC: 941

Claims:
Misc- Thread Exit

Techs/Skills- 604 words to Eight Inner Gates, completing the 3rd gate from here
337 words to Earth Flow Spears (337/1000)

Stats- 9 to Strength

approved!