Lots of ninetailed chakra is not locked into Naruto
Summoner in the Elemental Nations (Naruto Celestial Menagerie Quest)
- Location
- 𐌂 ̢͎̩̤̲̙͓̑̀͂͒̀͆̏𐋏 ̛͏̫̚𐌀 ̛͉̥̩̤̰͈̂̅͒͊͟𐍈 ̣͛𐍃 ̡̅̈́
Howerver, this all parts of one entity and Kurama even can feel it, if I remember right. Yeah, cut off pieces, but still his and in some way connected, or can be connected. Maybe original Nine Tails and summoned one can fuse together, if stay too close to each other, because of their nature. On the other hand nothing bad going to happen - still an interesting speculation.
Chapter 4: Talk with Tsunami, Unexpected Worldbuilding Reveals, New Companion.
- Location
- Koszalin, Poland
Andy slowly, with some hesitation moves towards what looks like the Tazuna house. He thinks it makes sense. In the end, those are characters that he remembers from the canon storyline. Trustworthy, genuinely wanting to improve the lives of people in the Wave. Good people in other words.
Andy, focus. While this may be a correct assumption, Naruto is still a world with pretty lacking worldbuilding. Those pirates are an excellent reminder of it. If this is a canon world in the first place. Also, you are a stranger that enters the unknown territory, and how those people suffer at the hand of strangers, their reaction will most likely be hostile. And some of those people will want to kill you, or at least force you to do their bidding.
This realization works like a cold bucket of water. For Andy it still felt kind of unreal, to end up in a fictional world, but it's his life now. A life that he may lose if he makes any mistakes. In the end, he is just a normal guy. Well, was a normal guy. It doesn't mean he can't feel nervous, entering his first potential life and death situation. Not yet, but it will happen soon.
Andy inhales, and exhales a few times, trying to calm his nerves. In return Fancy, clearly noticing his nerves, gently moves his head, while giving Andy a chance to pet it in return. Even when Fancy tries to be supportive, he is still such a spoiled animal magical beast thing. Andy seeing this laughs, and the Zabu unearths herself out of the sand, to offer her own gesture of support, if far more awkward with her own very massive limbs.
"Thanks. I needed this." Andy smiles when something inside of his soul clicks. Grows. Provides calm, and warmth. When he pulls on that energy, Andy almost wants to laugh out of giddiness. The feelings of safety. Yes, this kind of summoning couldn't come at a better moment. At least safety, hopefully, shouldn't be an issue.
The Shield card shows up in his hand, and with the fascination he observes it. It feels like it almost vibrates in his hand, wanting to be released. With nothing holding him back, and no witnesses as far his eye can reach, the shield-like creature as big as him projects in front of him.
<I will protect. Friend.> This is all it says, calmly levitating in front of him.
"And I look forward to working with you, Aegis," Andy whispers, fascinated by this beautiful object. No, it's not just an object. He doesn't know Card Captor Sakura show well, but he knows those magical contain intelligent beings, and The Shield is supposed to be one of the smartest ones. "Come here, I will hug you."
And Aegis follows the suggestion, touching his new friend in a bit awkward hug, that they quickly stop afterward.
This encouragement, and realization that at least he isn't as vulnerable anymore, allows Andy to calm down a bit. The situation is still complicated, and he needs to prepare a specific image of himself.
Machine Theme… may help out in fact. Presenting myself as a shinobi, at least to some of those people should at least make them wary enough to at least not to attack him on sight. And for civilians, I need some local clothes. My jeans, black blouse, and a shirt with New Jersey Devils logo scream outsider. Well, being a puppeteer from Suna is a way to do it? Sure, why not.
With that suggestions, he asks Zabu and Aegis to be prepared for the transformation, as Fancy still looks like a normal horse, which is fine for those circumstances. When Andy asks them, if they feel different, or awkward in any way, they deny it.
King. Feels Optimal. Ready.
<I feel the same as I always do.>
Happy with that confirmation, he jumps on Fancy and slowly moves, while pretending that Zabu is his massive 'puppet'. Once he feels he is close enough to Tazuna's house, he will repeat the command for Zabu to hide, while recalling Aegis to his card form.
Grandma. Mom. Bro. No matter what happens, I hope you are happy. Because I know that you would tell me that 'No matter what, simply be yourself.' And I will be. I had a chance to back off, and in the end, I'm going in. None of you raised a coward.
The image of a small child prostitute comes to his mind, and he feels that he can make a difference. The Land of Waves needs a change. And he's ready for it. For some reason, he has a feeling that if he had a mirror in his hand, his eye would glow, just like in some shounen show.
So it's my determination shounen moment. Feels really damn nice, huh.
With no more delays, Andy rides on his horse toward Tazuna's house. It's time to fix things.
* * * * * *
It's a pretty short distance, especially by horse. With no other people around except Tazuna, he comes closer to a very passed out, drunk carpenter.
It is kind of weird that no one is around. And that this house is far away from other settlements. You would expect people working hard to help others to have more… visitors?
Well, he may as well do the first good deed for the day. Ignoring the smell of alcohol in the air, he raises Tazuna up, mumbles something under his nose, and politely knocks on the door He hears the stops, although they move in slowly. Andy isn't surprised by what he assumes cautiousness, as it starts to get pretty dark.
"May I ask who's knocking?" Smart woman. If Andy lived in this place, he sure as hell wouldn't open up a door, without some preparation. Also pretty polite.
When Andy wants to introduce himself, he wonders how he should actually call himself. Andy is not a very Asian name, so something more appropriate is needed. Ando works as a Japanese-sounding name, pretty similar to his own in a way. And some basic surname…
"Akira, M'am. I'm a new visitor to this place. I wouldn't bother you, but I found this… passed out drunk man under your door, so I wanted to inform whoever would answer my knock on the door. If he isn't part of the household, I won't bother you anymore." Andy politely states back.
"Father. No, please come in. Thank you for bringing this to my attention. I was busy cooking a meal, and for some reason, I missed this. I appreciate it.." The sound of the sliding door greets him, and what Andy notices is a polite, and warm smile. This lack of sudden wariness kind of caught him off-guard, expecting hostility. What he remembers in canon, Tsunami was in fact a warm, obliging, gentle woman with a will of steel. Heck, she wanted to commit suicide by Gato's thugs, so Inari wouldn't worry about her anymore.
Also her beauty surprises him. Andy at best had mixed luck with ladies makes him not really used to beautiful company. He had a girlfriend in the past, but it feels like this woman is out of his league. He chuckles a bit embarrassed, which in return grants him a far more genuine, warm smile.
"This man is in fact, my father. Sigh… he should at least try to knock on the door first. Again, I apologize for forcing you to do this, Akira-san."
"It's alright, Ma'm."
"Feel free to call me Tsunami."
"Yes, Tsunami-san. Anyway…"
"Feel free to stay for a bit. It is late, and you must be tired. Oh, such a beautiful horse." When Tsunami slowly moves past him, Andy takes off his shoes (remembering about this Japanese custom) enters inside, and lays Tazuna on what looks like a prepared tatami frame bed. Once Tazuna is put in there, Andy goes back to Tsunami and Fancy enjoying the company. He gets close, without interrupting them.
Fancy of course enjoys the attention, almost showing off like a mammal version of a peacock. Sigh, this horse is such a…
"Attention whore." Andy states in English, to make sure Tsunami doesn't hear this kind of vulgar, if amused remark, making Tsunami raise an eyebrow in an unknown language, that in return makes Fancy slightly kick him in the shin! Andy glares back at the horse-like creature, that snorts in amusement back. "Yes, yes, you damn spoiled horse. You know it's true."
"What language is that?" Tsunami asks, and Andy winces at this blunder. Because explaining this may be a bit hard. Weirdly… it makes her even more relaxed. Andy wonders why.
"Ah, that's English. I'm… from very far away." Understatement of the millennia right there.
"Engrishu? And how far?" Tsunami asks confused, and even with a confused look on her face, looks fabulous.
Get your mind off the damn gutter. Focus.
"From outside Elemental Nations." At her curious, if slightly skeptical look, he nods. "I will explain it soo, as I know how it sounds. Also yes, Fancy, enjoy the attention of the nice lady. You're hopeless." Andy coughs awkwardly, and Tsunami in return smiles at the compliment. Andy wonders if he should do it, but it may also make explaining things easier. Or more complicated.
He looks around, making sure that no one is really around, and desummons the horse, and in what looks like tiny particles of light, enter his own chest. So this is how desummoning process looks like.
The look of wariness returned on Tsunami's face, but it was pretty well hidden by her smile. In the end, she invites him to the house, and with expert movement prepares a nice, green tea. Andy with fascination observes her expert movements. It's fascinating to watch.
"Thank you for the invitation. Also, I'm surprised by the trust you show me."
Tsunami sighs gently, to quickly follow up with a polite smile afterward. It feels more genuine again. "If you wanted to hurt me, you would already do it. Also, your strange language and weird clothes prove that you are really from far away. I never heard of this language, and your clothes are weird, and nothing I recognize. Unless… you want to seduce me?" Tsunami's random comment almost makes him spill the tea, and Andy coughs surprised by this commentary, to which Tsunami answers with small giggles. This isn't what he expected to hear.
"No no. I just… wanted to help really. I witnessed what happens around this place, and it's depressing." At Tsunami's grimace, Andy adds. "Something is wrong, and I wanted to investigate for a bit. Asking politely the locals if possible." Tsunami smiles yet again, and presents him with what looks like Japanese butter cookies?
"I wonder what are you really, Andou-san. I want to say shinobi with what you did, but you lack…"
"Excuse me, but I lack what exactly?"
"I would call it menacing aura. Every single shinobi I've seen in my life feels like they can crush you without trying. Bigger than life. Like standing in front of the predator that wants to eat you." Andy not knowing what to say to that, simply lets her continue. "Unless you are one, but I don't feel like you are a bad person. Also, you lack a headband that pretty much all shinobi wear." Tsunami muses to herself. "Could you tell me about yourself if you don't mind?"
What a loaded question. The truth is ridiculous but in the end, he doesn't feel like it will hurt in this case. He shouldn't let paranoia guide all his actions, especially in front of a normal civilian woman. Who would she say this to? Gato? Yeah…
Also with Tsunami being a civilian, and knowing shinobi, her knowing that 'weird' exist makes it far easier to believe in, than if he tried this in his own world for obvious reasons. Also with her experiences, it's no wonder she thinks of shinobi as pretty much bad people. As Andy doubts Gato would hire someone with good morality. In the end, Andy does tell her the truth.
"That's… I don't even know what to say. Are you saying that you have your abilities for… two days? And you're really not from here." Tsunami still sounds, well, skeptical, but it's not a complete denial. "If you really wanted to lie, you would think of something less ridiculous."
"Yes. As ridiculous as it sounds. As I said before - I just want to check the situation and react to it. Especially when I noticed that young girl moving out of the brothel… something snapped in me. It's messed up."
"You're a brave man, Andou-san. I don't know what I would do in your situation."
"I still don't know myself. I… miss them."
"Your family." Tsunami gently states and Andy nods in return.
"Yes. I hope they are alright." Andy closes his eyes, and it's hard to fight this loneliness. Yes, he knows that his 'doppelganger' is there, but something may always happen, like an accident. It's just a worry he can't help himself. When his eyes land on the familiar photograph he also notices a small chair with engraved on it an intriguing family crest. When Tsunami notices where his eyes roam, her stoic, almost dead look catches him off-guard.
I guess it's that infamous Japanese stoicism. Not trying to show a 'weakness' in front of a stranger. Although it may be simply a survival trait in this messed-up place. Weakness can literally get you killed here.
"Those people in the photograph are my father Tazuna, whom you already… met." Tsunami deadpans a bit, and Andy in amusement smiles at her tone. "And my adopted son Inari, and my deceased husband Kaiza."
"I'm sorry for your loss." Those words sound completely empty, a platitude, but he means them. At Tsunami's nod, he adds. "If you don't want to talk about it, it's fine."
"It's… alright." No, it's not, but it's not like he can do anything about it. "It's a pretty long story."
And in the end, she talks about Kaiza. That she married, and they both adopted Inari into their family when he was a toddler. Andy knows the story, but hearing it again is blood boiling. And this time, it's real life. About their peaceful, humble life. When he notices her shaking, without a word, Andy simply states.
"From where I come from, my mother would tell me to let it out. To not bottle those feelings. It's alright to cry. From my experience, it at least lessens the pain a bit." At her surprised look, Andy smiles as gently as he is capable of. "Living in this place must be a nightmare. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. And yet you are a single mother, who raises a son on her own. You are a strong person, Tsunami-san. It's admirable."
"Andou-san… thank you." She whispers back. "You are a really good man." Is he? Part of him still wonders what he wants to do. And the more traitorous part whispers to him that he was willing to abandon this place. To simply gather supplies, and move the hell out. Is this the right choice, though?
"I… hope so." When without a word he gently stands up and hugs a crying woman, she stiffens at first a bit, but in the end, returns the gesture. "I hope you feel at least slightly better."
"It… does. Thank you again, Andou-san."
"It's alright. And about that family crest, if you wouldn't mind?" Andy changes the subject, trying to lift the mood a bit, and Tsunami nods, deep down thankful for the subject change.
"It's a Miyamoto Clan family crest. A clan I'm part of."
"You're… a nobility?" Andy asks, completely caught off-guard by this turn of events.
"Yes, although in the Land of Waves it works in a bit different way."
"How so?"
"In the Land of Waves we have a law, that if someone proves their worth in the eyes of Wave citizens in some impressive way, he or she may be granted nobility status. This happened to my great grandfather when he proved his worth, as a 'mere' levy soldier in the eyes of his samurai superiors, while protecting those lands from the Land of Water invasion. It's the country on the far East from those lands."
"I would love to hear your geography lessons, but it is kind of getting late. If you don't want to continue we may do it later." Andy politely offers, and Tsunami waves it off. Andy does want to hear some information here, but he is fascinated by that unexpected reveal.
"No, it's alright. In the end, as a mere 'commoner' he proved his worth to the point that even battle experienced samurai noticed it and granted him a nobility status as a reward. I don't know many details, but it was an impressive result that saved our lands. Later on, he kept proving his prowess, which only confirmed in the eyes of our Daimyo that this system works."
"Normally this wouldn't be acceptable, what I suspect a mere commoner rising so high in a social status." Andy states, and Tsunami nods.
"Later on, my grandmother explained to me that this 'generosity' is mostly explained by the low population of the Land of Waves. We literally can't afford to waste the potential of anyone, and this reward system encourages it. This motivation makes anyone believe that they can become someone important. It's a bit ingenious system." Tsunami states and Andy nods at this. Pretty much a very tempting carrot approach. "It obviously doesn't happen often, or easily, but it does. And once someone proves his worth, that status becomes hereditary." Interesting, such fascinating information to learn about. Ahh, Kishimoto, you could do it better man.
"Any other dangers? You mentioned Land of Waters."
"Honestly it's still strange that someone attacked us. Land of Waves is a small land, with not that many resources. We mostly fish to sell to others. Fish and seafood pretty much."
"Is Land of Water an island nation?" Andy knows it is, but well, he isn't supposed to 'know it'. Explaining that Elemental Nations from where he comes from is 'fictional' may be a step too far.
"Yes, it is."
"I guess it may be their way to fight to secure a monopoly over fish and seafood trading. If they are the main supplier in this area, it means they may demand higher prices."
"It makes sense." Tsunami nods at this. "It never crossed my mind. And afterward, Land of Fire took us as the vassal state." Andy nods at this. Fire Daimyo would like to make sure something like this doesn't happen ever again. And well, no one wants to anger someone as big as Land of Fire over the small island nation really.
"Interesting. Although I wonder why you live on your own here? Where are your servants?"
"That's… the fault of Gato, although we only hired one maid, my friend." Tsunami almost growls at this, but quickly regains her composure. "Although in our case, our clan works in the field or in households like anyone else. In the end, we were never ashamed of our commoner roots." It kind of explains why Tsunami still is so good of a housewife, and Tazuna works as a simple carpenter.
"Our clan always was a very minor nobility house, so we worked pretty much for other bigger families." Andy nods at this, and it kind of reminds him of the poorest Polish Szlachta members that worked for other nobles, even at fields if necessary for money, that his father mentioned to him in the past. Good old days when his dad wasn't a piece of garbage human being. And how normal people respect Tazuna and his family. "We completely lost contact with our Daimyo Akio-sama. He is a good, honest man, so I fear the worst, but I still believe he is alive." Tsunami sighs in sadness. "And with no news from Land of Fire, we suspect that in fact we are betrayed, and Gato simply bought their 'loyalty' with his money." Tsunami spats in disgust, and continues. "In fact, this house is our holiday house, while the villa Gato lives in was our mansion, that we have decided to gift to our Daimyo, so he could turn it into a museum representing our history."
"Thank you for telling me this, Tsunami-san. I have a question though."
"About?"
"I noticed that pirate symbol not far from here. I just wonder… who they are?"
"They are traitors." Tsunami bluntly states. "They never touch the civilians to be fair, but also do nothing to help us." That makes Andy think, that there must be a reason for it. Why not 'indulge' themselves in tormenting villagers, right? Something that he may need to check later on.
"Thank you for saying all of this," Andy answers gratefully.
"You're welcome. Excuse me, but I feel a bit tired."
"It's alright. I have a tent, so I may sleep outside. "
"No, please stay in. I have a guest room that you may sleep in. In fact, I insist."
"Thank you. One more important question. About the dangers - how many people are around, Gato's men I mean."
"I don't know how many exactly, but I would say around 50-60 Gato's bandits. And those pirates? There are 15 of them." Andy notices that Tsunami has no idea about the shinobi he has noticed with his binoculars later on. In other words, this info helps, but it's not completely accurate. And may be wrong in some cases.
"Thank you." When Andy notices Tsunami drops to her knees, with hands on her knees, eyes directly on the floor, he wants to ask her to stand up, to not degrade herself, she states.
"Please. I feel like I have no right to ask you, but please… help us." Andy awkwardly looks around, not knowing how to react to this begging. "You showed that you have a special ability that may bring out from this misery. You know what happens outside. I beg you. I will do anything you want as long as you get rid of the tyranny of Gato." When she raises her eyes, there is a deep determination in them. Andy isn't really good with those kinds of situations.
[] Of course, I will. And there is no need to beg, I would do it anyway. I can't see people suffer anymore. (Potential Hero Route).
[] Of course, I will. Gato needs to be taken down, and someone else should take over, who deserves it far more. Like me, Andy thinks in his mind. He may as well start gathering allies for the future Naruto timeline clusterfucks by becoming a proper ruler. (Potential Villain/Neutral Ruler Route).
[] Of course, I will. But can I really do it on my own? I may need to leave… Wave, to possibly tell someone about it. Like Daimyo of the Land of Fire? Or Konoha? Actually, it should be their job, and he may be the only person who may bring that news to them. Pretty much be a messenger. (Neutral Travel Route, Wave Arc dropped, for now at least or forever). Wave Action votes are locked.
[] Write-In.
With this declaration, Andy needs to think about his next step.
[] Those pirates on the North-East. There is something off about them. It's time to visit them.
[] 'Barracks' at the East may still contain some supplies to steal/destroy. Next time they may be full of bandits though.
[] Visiting the bar, and asking people around may be worth doing, to gather more information, and help someone in some ways.
[] Attacking Gato's villa in the North may still be the best bet as fast as possible. He won't see it coming most likely if Andy does it fast enough. That shinobi may be an issue.
[] Maybe it's worth spending a bit more time with Tsunami and Tazuna. Talk with the people they know. Tazuna is someone he still needs to talk with as well. If he is in the middle of gathering money for hiring Konoha shinobi, he may help out in some way. Also assisting in building the bridge/securing its safety of it may be a worthy goal.
[] Write-In.
With nothing else to do, Andy says good night to his current host, while knowing that his creatures are around if something bad will happen. With this, he goes to sleep.
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4k words. I think I write too much when I was supposed to keep it at most 3k. Yeah, tomorrow I do take a break, so don't expect a Friday update.
This means you have a whopping 600 points. So the choice is like always between Creature and Power Rolls. Although this time I do a small experiment.
In this and this post I pretty much explain the concept of the second roll. To keep it short if you roll using 600 points this time around, and roll let's say 300 points creature. Instead of banking those points, you may roll for another creature, but this time with those 300 points left. It would be the same with a power roll.
In this case [Power Roll: Second Roll] and [Creature Roll: Second Roll] is the option you need to choose. Otherwise, points are banked.
Like always I hope you enjoy my quest so far, and I look forward to the discussion, that has recently been pretty active, which makes me very happy as a QM. Tomorrow the vote will be up all day and I will close it on Saturday Morning in the +1 timezone (Central Europe, I'm from Poland). Cheers, my dear readers
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So yeah, like always, with 2 more options.
[] Power Roll (600)
[] Creature Roll (600)
[] Creature Roll: Second Roll
[] Power Roll: Second Roll
If I will keep writing more heavy chapters like this, I may need to nerf point income x_X.
Andy, focus. While this may be a correct assumption, Naruto is still a world with pretty lacking worldbuilding. Those pirates are an excellent reminder of it. If this is a canon world in the first place. Also, you are a stranger that enters the unknown territory, and how those people suffer at the hand of strangers, their reaction will most likely be hostile. And some of those people will want to kill you, or at least force you to do their bidding.
This realization works like a cold bucket of water. For Andy it still felt kind of unreal, to end up in a fictional world, but it's his life now. A life that he may lose if he makes any mistakes. In the end, he is just a normal guy. Well, was a normal guy. It doesn't mean he can't feel nervous, entering his first potential life and death situation. Not yet, but it will happen soon.
Andy inhales, and exhales a few times, trying to calm his nerves. In return Fancy, clearly noticing his nerves, gently moves his head, while giving Andy a chance to pet it in return. Even when Fancy tries to be supportive, he is still such a spoiled animal magical beast thing. Andy seeing this laughs, and the Zabu unearths herself out of the sand, to offer her own gesture of support, if far more awkward with her own very massive limbs.
"Thanks. I needed this." Andy smiles when something inside of his soul clicks. Grows. Provides calm, and warmth. When he pulls on that energy, Andy almost wants to laugh out of giddiness. The feelings of safety. Yes, this kind of summoning couldn't come at a better moment. At least safety, hopefully, shouldn't be an issue.
The Shield card shows up in his hand, and with the fascination he observes it. It feels like it almost vibrates in his hand, wanting to be released. With nothing holding him back, and no witnesses as far his eye can reach, the shield-like creature as big as him projects in front of him.
<I will protect. Friend.> This is all it says, calmly levitating in front of him.
"And I look forward to working with you, Aegis," Andy whispers, fascinated by this beautiful object. No, it's not just an object. He doesn't know Card Captor Sakura show well, but he knows those magical contain intelligent beings, and The Shield is supposed to be one of the smartest ones. "Come here, I will hug you."
And Aegis follows the suggestion, touching his new friend in a bit awkward hug, that they quickly stop afterward.
This encouragement, and realization that at least he isn't as vulnerable anymore, allows Andy to calm down a bit. The situation is still complicated, and he needs to prepare a specific image of himself.
Machine Theme… may help out in fact. Presenting myself as a shinobi, at least to some of those people should at least make them wary enough to at least not to attack him on sight. And for civilians, I need some local clothes. My jeans, black blouse, and a shirt with New Jersey Devils logo scream outsider. Well, being a puppeteer from Suna is a way to do it? Sure, why not.
With that suggestions, he asks Zabu and Aegis to be prepared for the transformation, as Fancy still looks like a normal horse, which is fine for those circumstances. When Andy asks them, if they feel different, or awkward in any way, they deny it.
King. Feels Optimal. Ready.
<I feel the same as I always do.>
Happy with that confirmation, he jumps on Fancy and slowly moves, while pretending that Zabu is his massive 'puppet'. Once he feels he is close enough to Tazuna's house, he will repeat the command for Zabu to hide, while recalling Aegis to his card form.
Grandma. Mom. Bro. No matter what happens, I hope you are happy. Because I know that you would tell me that 'No matter what, simply be yourself.' And I will be. I had a chance to back off, and in the end, I'm going in. None of you raised a coward.
The image of a small child prostitute comes to his mind, and he feels that he can make a difference. The Land of Waves needs a change. And he's ready for it. For some reason, he has a feeling that if he had a mirror in his hand, his eye would glow, just like in some shounen show.
So it's my determination shounen moment. Feels really damn nice, huh.
With no more delays, Andy rides on his horse toward Tazuna's house. It's time to fix things.
* * * * * *
It's a pretty short distance, especially by horse. With no other people around except Tazuna, he comes closer to a very passed out, drunk carpenter.
It is kind of weird that no one is around. And that this house is far away from other settlements. You would expect people working hard to help others to have more… visitors?
Well, he may as well do the first good deed for the day. Ignoring the smell of alcohol in the air, he raises Tazuna up, mumbles something under his nose, and politely knocks on the door He hears the stops, although they move in slowly. Andy isn't surprised by what he assumes cautiousness, as it starts to get pretty dark.
"May I ask who's knocking?" Smart woman. If Andy lived in this place, he sure as hell wouldn't open up a door, without some preparation. Also pretty polite.
When Andy wants to introduce himself, he wonders how he should actually call himself. Andy is not a very Asian name, so something more appropriate is needed. Ando works as a Japanese-sounding name, pretty similar to his own in a way. And some basic surname…
"Akira, M'am. I'm a new visitor to this place. I wouldn't bother you, but I found this… passed out drunk man under your door, so I wanted to inform whoever would answer my knock on the door. If he isn't part of the household, I won't bother you anymore." Andy politely states back.
"Father. No, please come in. Thank you for bringing this to my attention. I was busy cooking a meal, and for some reason, I missed this. I appreciate it.." The sound of the sliding door greets him, and what Andy notices is a polite, and warm smile. This lack of sudden wariness kind of caught him off-guard, expecting hostility. What he remembers in canon, Tsunami was in fact a warm, obliging, gentle woman with a will of steel. Heck, she wanted to commit suicide by Gato's thugs, so Inari wouldn't worry about her anymore.
Also her beauty surprises him. Andy at best had mixed luck with ladies makes him not really used to beautiful company. He had a girlfriend in the past, but it feels like this woman is out of his league. He chuckles a bit embarrassed, which in return grants him a far more genuine, warm smile.
"This man is in fact, my father. Sigh… he should at least try to knock on the door first. Again, I apologize for forcing you to do this, Akira-san."
"It's alright, Ma'm."
"Feel free to call me Tsunami."
"Yes, Tsunami-san. Anyway…"
"Feel free to stay for a bit. It is late, and you must be tired. Oh, such a beautiful horse." When Tsunami slowly moves past him, Andy takes off his shoes (remembering about this Japanese custom) enters inside, and lays Tazuna on what looks like a prepared tatami frame bed. Once Tazuna is put in there, Andy goes back to Tsunami and Fancy enjoying the company. He gets close, without interrupting them.
Fancy of course enjoys the attention, almost showing off like a mammal version of a peacock. Sigh, this horse is such a…
"Attention whore." Andy states in English, to make sure Tsunami doesn't hear this kind of vulgar, if amused remark, making Tsunami raise an eyebrow in an unknown language, that in return makes Fancy slightly kick him in the shin! Andy glares back at the horse-like creature, that snorts in amusement back. "Yes, yes, you damn spoiled horse. You know it's true."
"What language is that?" Tsunami asks, and Andy winces at this blunder. Because explaining this may be a bit hard. Weirdly… it makes her even more relaxed. Andy wonders why.
"Ah, that's English. I'm… from very far away." Understatement of the millennia right there.
"Engrishu? And how far?" Tsunami asks confused, and even with a confused look on her face, looks fabulous.
Get your mind off the damn gutter. Focus.
"From outside Elemental Nations." At her curious, if slightly skeptical look, he nods. "I will explain it soo, as I know how it sounds. Also yes, Fancy, enjoy the attention of the nice lady. You're hopeless." Andy coughs awkwardly, and Tsunami in return smiles at the compliment. Andy wonders if he should do it, but it may also make explaining things easier. Or more complicated.
He looks around, making sure that no one is really around, and desummons the horse, and in what looks like tiny particles of light, enter his own chest. So this is how desummoning process looks like.
The look of wariness returned on Tsunami's face, but it was pretty well hidden by her smile. In the end, she invites him to the house, and with expert movement prepares a nice, green tea. Andy with fascination observes her expert movements. It's fascinating to watch.
"Thank you for the invitation. Also, I'm surprised by the trust you show me."
Tsunami sighs gently, to quickly follow up with a polite smile afterward. It feels more genuine again. "If you wanted to hurt me, you would already do it. Also, your strange language and weird clothes prove that you are really from far away. I never heard of this language, and your clothes are weird, and nothing I recognize. Unless… you want to seduce me?" Tsunami's random comment almost makes him spill the tea, and Andy coughs surprised by this commentary, to which Tsunami answers with small giggles. This isn't what he expected to hear.
"No no. I just… wanted to help really. I witnessed what happens around this place, and it's depressing." At Tsunami's grimace, Andy adds. "Something is wrong, and I wanted to investigate for a bit. Asking politely the locals if possible." Tsunami smiles yet again, and presents him with what looks like Japanese butter cookies?
"I wonder what are you really, Andou-san. I want to say shinobi with what you did, but you lack…"
"Excuse me, but I lack what exactly?"
"I would call it menacing aura. Every single shinobi I've seen in my life feels like they can crush you without trying. Bigger than life. Like standing in front of the predator that wants to eat you." Andy not knowing what to say to that, simply lets her continue. "Unless you are one, but I don't feel like you are a bad person. Also, you lack a headband that pretty much all shinobi wear." Tsunami muses to herself. "Could you tell me about yourself if you don't mind?"
What a loaded question. The truth is ridiculous but in the end, he doesn't feel like it will hurt in this case. He shouldn't let paranoia guide all his actions, especially in front of a normal civilian woman. Who would she say this to? Gato? Yeah…
Also with Tsunami being a civilian, and knowing shinobi, her knowing that 'weird' exist makes it far easier to believe in, than if he tried this in his own world for obvious reasons. Also with her experiences, it's no wonder she thinks of shinobi as pretty much bad people. As Andy doubts Gato would hire someone with good morality. In the end, Andy does tell her the truth.
"That's… I don't even know what to say. Are you saying that you have your abilities for… two days? And you're really not from here." Tsunami still sounds, well, skeptical, but it's not a complete denial. "If you really wanted to lie, you would think of something less ridiculous."
"Yes. As ridiculous as it sounds. As I said before - I just want to check the situation and react to it. Especially when I noticed that young girl moving out of the brothel… something snapped in me. It's messed up."
"You're a brave man, Andou-san. I don't know what I would do in your situation."
"I still don't know myself. I… miss them."
"Your family." Tsunami gently states and Andy nods in return.
"Yes. I hope they are alright." Andy closes his eyes, and it's hard to fight this loneliness. Yes, he knows that his 'doppelganger' is there, but something may always happen, like an accident. It's just a worry he can't help himself. When his eyes land on the familiar photograph he also notices a small chair with engraved on it an intriguing family crest. When Tsunami notices where his eyes roam, her stoic, almost dead look catches him off-guard.
I guess it's that infamous Japanese stoicism. Not trying to show a 'weakness' in front of a stranger. Although it may be simply a survival trait in this messed-up place. Weakness can literally get you killed here.
"Those people in the photograph are my father Tazuna, whom you already… met." Tsunami deadpans a bit, and Andy in amusement smiles at her tone. "And my adopted son Inari, and my deceased husband Kaiza."
"I'm sorry for your loss." Those words sound completely empty, a platitude, but he means them. At Tsunami's nod, he adds. "If you don't want to talk about it, it's fine."
"It's… alright." No, it's not, but it's not like he can do anything about it. "It's a pretty long story."
And in the end, she talks about Kaiza. That she married, and they both adopted Inari into their family when he was a toddler. Andy knows the story, but hearing it again is blood boiling. And this time, it's real life. About their peaceful, humble life. When he notices her shaking, without a word, Andy simply states.
"From where I come from, my mother would tell me to let it out. To not bottle those feelings. It's alright to cry. From my experience, it at least lessens the pain a bit." At her surprised look, Andy smiles as gently as he is capable of. "Living in this place must be a nightmare. I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. And yet you are a single mother, who raises a son on her own. You are a strong person, Tsunami-san. It's admirable."
"Andou-san… thank you." She whispers back. "You are a really good man." Is he? Part of him still wonders what he wants to do. And the more traitorous part whispers to him that he was willing to abandon this place. To simply gather supplies, and move the hell out. Is this the right choice, though?
"I… hope so." When without a word he gently stands up and hugs a crying woman, she stiffens at first a bit, but in the end, returns the gesture. "I hope you feel at least slightly better."
"It… does. Thank you again, Andou-san."
"It's alright. And about that family crest, if you wouldn't mind?" Andy changes the subject, trying to lift the mood a bit, and Tsunami nods, deep down thankful for the subject change.
"It's a Miyamoto Clan family crest. A clan I'm part of."
"You're… a nobility?" Andy asks, completely caught off-guard by this turn of events.
"Yes, although in the Land of Waves it works in a bit different way."
"How so?"
"In the Land of Waves we have a law, that if someone proves their worth in the eyes of Wave citizens in some impressive way, he or she may be granted nobility status. This happened to my great grandfather when he proved his worth, as a 'mere' levy soldier in the eyes of his samurai superiors, while protecting those lands from the Land of Water invasion. It's the country on the far East from those lands."
"I would love to hear your geography lessons, but it is kind of getting late. If you don't want to continue we may do it later." Andy politely offers, and Tsunami waves it off. Andy does want to hear some information here, but he is fascinated by that unexpected reveal.
"No, it's alright. In the end, as a mere 'commoner' he proved his worth to the point that even battle experienced samurai noticed it and granted him a nobility status as a reward. I don't know many details, but it was an impressive result that saved our lands. Later on, he kept proving his prowess, which only confirmed in the eyes of our Daimyo that this system works."
"Normally this wouldn't be acceptable, what I suspect a mere commoner rising so high in a social status." Andy states, and Tsunami nods.
"Later on, my grandmother explained to me that this 'generosity' is mostly explained by the low population of the Land of Waves. We literally can't afford to waste the potential of anyone, and this reward system encourages it. This motivation makes anyone believe that they can become someone important. It's a bit ingenious system." Tsunami states and Andy nods at this. Pretty much a very tempting carrot approach. "It obviously doesn't happen often, or easily, but it does. And once someone proves his worth, that status becomes hereditary." Interesting, such fascinating information to learn about. Ahh, Kishimoto, you could do it better man.
"Any other dangers? You mentioned Land of Waters."
"Honestly it's still strange that someone attacked us. Land of Waves is a small land, with not that many resources. We mostly fish to sell to others. Fish and seafood pretty much."
"Is Land of Water an island nation?" Andy knows it is, but well, he isn't supposed to 'know it'. Explaining that Elemental Nations from where he comes from is 'fictional' may be a step too far.
"Yes, it is."
"I guess it may be their way to fight to secure a monopoly over fish and seafood trading. If they are the main supplier in this area, it means they may demand higher prices."
"It makes sense." Tsunami nods at this. "It never crossed my mind. And afterward, Land of Fire took us as the vassal state." Andy nods at this. Fire Daimyo would like to make sure something like this doesn't happen ever again. And well, no one wants to anger someone as big as Land of Fire over the small island nation really.
"Interesting. Although I wonder why you live on your own here? Where are your servants?"
"That's… the fault of Gato, although we only hired one maid, my friend." Tsunami almost growls at this, but quickly regains her composure. "Although in our case, our clan works in the field or in households like anyone else. In the end, we were never ashamed of our commoner roots." It kind of explains why Tsunami still is so good of a housewife, and Tazuna works as a simple carpenter.
"Our clan always was a very minor nobility house, so we worked pretty much for other bigger families." Andy nods at this, and it kind of reminds him of the poorest Polish Szlachta members that worked for other nobles, even at fields if necessary for money, that his father mentioned to him in the past. Good old days when his dad wasn't a piece of garbage human being. And how normal people respect Tazuna and his family. "We completely lost contact with our Daimyo Akio-sama. He is a good, honest man, so I fear the worst, but I still believe he is alive." Tsunami sighs in sadness. "And with no news from Land of Fire, we suspect that in fact we are betrayed, and Gato simply bought their 'loyalty' with his money." Tsunami spats in disgust, and continues. "In fact, this house is our holiday house, while the villa Gato lives in was our mansion, that we have decided to gift to our Daimyo, so he could turn it into a museum representing our history."
"Thank you for telling me this, Tsunami-san. I have a question though."
"About?"
"I noticed that pirate symbol not far from here. I just wonder… who they are?"
"They are traitors." Tsunami bluntly states. "They never touch the civilians to be fair, but also do nothing to help us." That makes Andy think, that there must be a reason for it. Why not 'indulge' themselves in tormenting villagers, right? Something that he may need to check later on.
"Thank you for saying all of this," Andy answers gratefully.
"You're welcome. Excuse me, but I feel a bit tired."
"It's alright. I have a tent, so I may sleep outside. "
"No, please stay in. I have a guest room that you may sleep in. In fact, I insist."
"Thank you. One more important question. About the dangers - how many people are around, Gato's men I mean."
"I don't know how many exactly, but I would say around 50-60 Gato's bandits. And those pirates? There are 15 of them." Andy notices that Tsunami has no idea about the shinobi he has noticed with his binoculars later on. In other words, this info helps, but it's not completely accurate. And may be wrong in some cases.
"Thank you." When Andy notices Tsunami drops to her knees, with hands on her knees, eyes directly on the floor, he wants to ask her to stand up, to not degrade herself, she states.
"Please. I feel like I have no right to ask you, but please… help us." Andy awkwardly looks around, not knowing how to react to this begging. "You showed that you have a special ability that may bring out from this misery. You know what happens outside. I beg you. I will do anything you want as long as you get rid of the tyranny of Gato." When she raises her eyes, there is a deep determination in them. Andy isn't really good with those kinds of situations.
[] Of course, I will. And there is no need to beg, I would do it anyway. I can't see people suffer anymore. (Potential Hero Route).
[] Of course, I will. Gato needs to be taken down, and someone else should take over, who deserves it far more. Like me, Andy thinks in his mind. He may as well start gathering allies for the future Naruto timeline clusterfucks by becoming a proper ruler. (Potential Villain/Neutral Ruler Route).
[] Of course, I will. But can I really do it on my own? I may need to leave… Wave, to possibly tell someone about it. Like Daimyo of the Land of Fire? Or Konoha? Actually, it should be their job, and he may be the only person who may bring that news to them. Pretty much be a messenger. (Neutral Travel Route, Wave Arc dropped, for now at least or forever). Wave Action votes are locked.
[] Write-In.
With this declaration, Andy needs to think about his next step.
[] Those pirates on the North-East. There is something off about them. It's time to visit them.
[] 'Barracks' at the East may still contain some supplies to steal/destroy. Next time they may be full of bandits though.
[] Visiting the bar, and asking people around may be worth doing, to gather more information, and help someone in some ways.
[] Attacking Gato's villa in the North may still be the best bet as fast as possible. He won't see it coming most likely if Andy does it fast enough. That shinobi may be an issue.
[] Maybe it's worth spending a bit more time with Tsunami and Tazuna. Talk with the people they know. Tazuna is someone he still needs to talk with as well. If he is in the middle of gathering money for hiring Konoha shinobi, he may help out in some way. Also assisting in building the bridge/securing its safety of it may be a worthy goal.
[] Write-In.
With nothing else to do, Andy says good night to his current host, while knowing that his creatures are around if something bad will happen. With this, he goes to sleep.
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4k words. I think I write too much when I was supposed to keep it at most 3k. Yeah, tomorrow I do take a break, so don't expect a Friday update.
This means you have a whopping 600 points. So the choice is like always between Creature and Power Rolls. Although this time I do a small experiment.
In this and this post I pretty much explain the concept of the second roll. To keep it short if you roll using 600 points this time around, and roll let's say 300 points creature. Instead of banking those points, you may roll for another creature, but this time with those 300 points left. It would be the same with a power roll.
In this case [Power Roll: Second Roll] and [Creature Roll: Second Roll] is the option you need to choose. Otherwise, points are banked.
Like always I hope you enjoy my quest so far, and I look forward to the discussion, that has recently been pretty active, which makes me very happy as a QM. Tomorrow the vote will be up all day and I will close it on Saturday Morning in the +1 timezone (Central Europe, I'm from Poland). Cheers, my dear readers
.So yeah, like always, with 2 more options.
[] Power Roll (600)
[] Creature Roll (600)
[] Creature Roll: Second Roll
[] Power Roll: Second Roll
If I will keep writing more heavy chapters like this, I may need to nerf point income x_X.
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Little error there, by default themes, can only be applied at the time of the summoning.
If you want to apply (or remove) it freely you need the Free Modification power.
You are free to ignore that, it's your story, but I'm pointing it out in case its a genuine error instead of a choice.
Also, it's weird that a few lines later Tsunami doesn't remark on the machine look of Fancy.
Lots of trusts there. But okay, and easier than lying.
[x] Of course, I will. And there is no need to beg, I would do it anyway. I can't see people suffer anymore. (Potential Hero Route).
[x] Creature Roll: Second Roll
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[X] I can't guarantee anything, other than trying my best to help your people. I saw enough suffering.
[X] Maybe it's worth spending a bit more time with Tsunami and Tazuna. Talk with the people they know. Tazuna is someone he still needs to talk with as well. If he is in the middle of gathering money for hiring Konoha shinobi, he may help out in some way. Also assisting in building the bridge/securing its safety of it may be a worthy goal.
[X] Creature Roll: Second Roll
Maybe Tazuna in the original not a person, who I like... He drinks a lot, he lied about his mission, and in doing so, he essentially made the decision to sacrifice the children who were hired to protect him. Yeah, they may be a genins, but still just a kids. If not plot armour and stupid decision of Hatake to continue the mission without some messages back to the village about mission status changes, let the team who not wet work good enough vote on this topic... Thing could go bad: dead jinchuriki - lost village weapon; the last representative of one of the great clans of Konohagakure too...
Andy need to talk to him, than to other people and make a plan on what to do - step by step. Gato need to be removed in one way or another, but behind his back may stand some more serious people. Wouldn't want to get caught up in some hidden village operation that involves destroying infrastructure of Wave country. However, it's mostly irrelevant because this speculations based mostly on fictional work.
So yeah, let's take responsibility and try to help people. It is risky, but also pragmatic and morally right thing to do.
[X] Maybe it's worth spending a bit more time with Tsunami and Tazuna. Talk with the people they know. Tazuna is someone he still needs to talk with as well. If he is in the middle of gathering money for hiring Konoha shinobi, he may help out in some way. Also assisting in building the bridge/securing its safety of it may be a worthy goal.
[X] Creature Roll: Second Roll
Maybe Tazuna in the original not a person, who I like... He drinks a lot, he lied about his mission, and in doing so, he essentially made the decision to sacrifice the children who were hired to protect him. Yeah, they may be a genins, but still just a kids. If not plot armour and stupid decision of Hatake to continue the mission without some messages back to the village about mission status changes, let the team who not wet work good enough vote on this topic... Thing could go bad: dead jinchuriki - lost village weapon; the last representative of one of the great clans of Konohagakure too...
Andy need to talk to him, than to other people and make a plan on what to do - step by step. Gato need to be removed in one way or another, but behind his back may stand some more serious people. Wouldn't want to get caught up in some hidden village operation that involves destroying infrastructure of Wave country. However, it's mostly irrelevant because this speculations based mostly on fictional work.
So yeah, let's take responsibility and try to help people. It is risky, but also pragmatic and morally right thing to do.
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It's my personal touch, to give a bit more flexibility. Kind of 'Celestial Menagerie' doing an exception for 'screwing him up' type of deal. But doing yet another 'dream sequence' would be too much IMO so fast again.
But I may change it in the text if you people think it's too much. I kind of leave the no-update Friday for any potential error fixing.
I left Fancy unchanged, with no Machine theme.
If it's unclear, I will edit this a bit. But yeah, Fancy is still looking like a normal horse.
He could lie, but his mistake of using a completely unknown language in front of her made his origin something possible. Especially from what we know in canon they only speak in one specific language all around the Elemental Nations.
And yeah, if he tried to sell this lie somewhere else it would be ridiculous. But well, Naruto is used to 'weird'.
Also, it's his bias toward the character, which he knows is trustworthy in his book. Risky? Very much so, as well, this information may get out anyway, like via torture for example. But I also want to show him as fallible. Also, his hesitation at the realization that he may die was also one of those moments to show him as more human.
I agree with this. Tazuna has some bad flaws, but in the end, he does care about the people in the Wave and his family.
But I don't ignore those flaws, which well, him being passed out drunk in front of his home shows.
Yes, as I mentioned before - you have no idea who would take over in canon once Gato dies. It's pretty much ignored.
I think doing it 'fast' also may be not wrong (as they still don't know about you), but it leaves LOTS of things uncertain. But I will also say that some options or ways to fix the problem may disappear with time, and enemies will react to your actions once you are known.
I also leave an option of leaving the Wave, to call for backup, which if you ask me - is also a somewhat sensible way to do it. The issue with this is how long it may take, and Andy doesn't know the terrain obviously, but he can for example take Tazuna with him or something.
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Well, firstly make a decision that we will try to help. And also talk to him, maybe other people, to make informed decision about next steps. In fact, we are moving in the dark doing something in Elemental Nations anyway. So let's not rush in heroic impulse, but approach the matter in a measured and directed way.
Inverted Fallecy
Beware the Dialogue that Spews Forth!~
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That was a good amount of intel on what led to the current state of Wave... I already want to agree to Tsunami's request, but we'll need to gather more intel on those pirates, scout out the barracks, and learn the general layout of the Palace that Gatou is hiding in... Oh, what the hell, I'm already leaning towards that direction anyway.
[X] Of course, I will. And there is no need to beg, I would do it anyway. I can't see people suffer anymore. (Potential Hero Route).
[X] I can't guarantee anything, other than trying my best to help your people. I saw enough suffering.
[X] Maybe it's worth spending a bit more time with Tsunami and Tazuna. Talk with the people they know. Tazuna is someone he still needs to talk with as well. If he is in the middle of gathering money for hiring Konoha shinobi, he may help out in some way. Also assisting in building the bridge/securing its safety of it may be a worthy goal.
[X] Creature Roll: Second Roll
We've got a good arrangement of creatures so far, and getting a Clow Card so early, especially "The Shield," is incredibly useful given the world setting and how little back-up Andy has right now. One more creature roll would round us off to a good 7 creatures before going for another power.
Also, I'm insanely glad for the "Machine Theme," immune to all poisons and diseases while no longer needing to breathe; hell yes, given the setting!
[X] Of course, I will. And there is no need to beg, I would do it anyway. I can't see people suffer anymore. (Potential Hero Route).
[X] I can't guarantee anything, other than trying my best to help your people. I saw enough suffering.
[X] Maybe it's worth spending a bit more time with Tsunami and Tazuna. Talk with the people they know. Tazuna is someone he still needs to talk with as well. If he is in the middle of gathering money for hiring Konoha shinobi, he may help out in some way. Also assisting in building the bridge/securing its safety of it may be a worthy goal.
[X] Creature Roll: Second Roll
We've got a good arrangement of creatures so far, and getting a Clow Card so early, especially "The Shield," is incredibly useful given the world setting and how little back-up Andy has right now. One more creature roll would round us off to a good 7 creatures before going for another power.
Also, I'm insanely glad for the "Machine Theme," immune to all poisons and diseases while no longer needing to breathe; hell yes, given the setting!
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[X] Of course, I will. And there is no need to beg, I would do it anyway. I can't see people suffer anymore. (Potential Hero Route).
Not a fan of the current neutral options, so going with minor heroism.
[X] Creature Roll (600)
[X] Creature Roll: Second Roll
[X] Visiting the bar, and asking people around may be worth doing, to gather more information, and help someone in some ways.
Basic info gathering before we make the land based bandits disappear.
Not a fan of the current neutral options, so going with minor heroism.
[X] Creature Roll (600)
[X] Creature Roll: Second Roll
[X] Visiting the bar, and asking people around may be worth doing, to gather more information, and help someone in some ways.
Basic info gathering before we make the land based bandits disappear.
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- 𐌂 ̢͎̩̤̲̙͓̑̀͂͒̀͆̏𐋏 ̛͏̫̚𐌀 ̛͉̥̩̤̰͈̂̅͒͊͟𐍈 ̣͛𐍃 ̡̅̈́
Or they make us dissapear, or take our new acquaintances hostages... Because I bet there are Gato's people around, whos gonna spread rumors about one odd stranger in the village among their comrades. Also, without knowing about local demeanor and whom to ask... We will simply give our potential enemy more information about us. I don't think Andy looks like a spy or a professional rumor collector to really take advantage of this option.
This is also hard to make them really disappear without certain skills or summons, which can scout, sneak in and 'disappear' targets. However, this is only my opinion. Planning is not my forte - maybe analysis of general information is.
P.S. Also, why bother when good informator is laying on futon in the same house? Tazuna is local, other locals know him and most likely respect or trust him to some extent... And he knows how to search for information in all the bars better than Andy, judging by his condition)
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Got to gamble somehow even if we're ill prepared.
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There are advantages/disadvantages to both acting fast and slower. None of the options are wrong per se. Anonymity is an advantage as well, something that you will lose by showing up in public. Keep discussing this, as well, you guys talking with each other makes me happy as a QM
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- 𐌂 ̢͎̩̤̲̙͓̑̀͂͒̀͆̏𐋏 ̛͏̫̚𐌀 ̛͉̥̩̤̰͈̂̅͒͊͟𐍈 ̣͛𐍃 ̡̅̈́
In this case any gamble and irresponsibility is potentially someone's death. Also, how does Andy knows who guilty and dangerous enough to be killed? There may well be people as desperate as Tazuna to make sacrifice, if it means his daughter/sister will not go out of brothel doors. We need to identify the top and remove it, but first prepare people and think about what to do after the dissolution of the organization. Otherwise, even after the death of Gato and the destruction of his company, everything can perish in the massacre.
Very rarely things resolve themselves after the hero has slain the dragon. In general, we can be stuck here for a long time if we get down to business seriously. Also, I'm not suggesting to plan for too long, but just to find out the necessary information about our surroundings and discuss ways to help with the local noble. Andy in the Waves for one day - he has some time!
P.S. Sorry, If I sounded a little harshly. It's just that this situation has ignited something in my brain, which makes me unable to stop thinking about what is happening. Too deeply maybe.
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Sure, but we still need to talk with people if we want to prepare them for a Post-Gato world. Relying on Tazuna and Tsunami is fine for the moment, but let's talk with people outside their social circle.
Another idea would be to make it's strength vary on what it is protecting. The wiki page can be inferred that it prefers items to protect. Specifically items that people value. So the stronger the feels for an item the more it wants to protect. So if it's the bridge then it should be very strong. If it's Zabuza then weakened but still strongish as long as it's on Haku's behalf and vice versa.
Is his name the same as the Naruto character or was it Zabu?
Not really a theme if the horse still looks like a horse.
Be nice if you took a minute to describe what their metal forms look like in story. Color? Steam vents? Bunch of slap dash junkyard parts like someone's art project? Back half bigger than front half? Squeaks?
Link broken.
Link broken.
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Link broken.
Soo do we vote 1 oncefor the roll and a second time for the second roll?
Or do we subvote it?
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You don't have to, but no voting for both creatures and powers. Either 1 Creature roll, 1 Power Roll, or two of a same Category.
[X] Creature Roll: Second Roll
[X] Those pirates on the North-East. There is something off about them. It's time to visit them.
[X] Maybe it's worth spending a bit more time with Tsunami and Tazuna. Talk with the people they know. Tazuna is someone he still needs to talk with as well. If he is in the middle of gathering money for hiring Konoha shinobi, he may help out in some way. Also assisting in building the bridge/securing its safety of it may be a worthy goal.
[X] Those pirates on the North-East. There is something off about them. It's time to visit them.
[X] Maybe it's worth spending a bit more time with Tsunami and Tazuna. Talk with the people they know. Tazuna is someone he still needs to talk with as well. If he is in the middle of gathering money for hiring Konoha shinobi, he may help out in some way. Also assisting in building the bridge/securing its safety of it may be a worthy goal.
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- Pronouns
- He/Him
[X] Of course, I will. And there is no need to beg, I would do it anyway. I can't see people suffer anymore. (Potential Hero Route).
[X] Maybe it's worth spending a bit more time with Tsunami and Tazuna. Talk with the people they know. Tazuna is someone he still needs to talk with as well. If he is in the middle of gathering money for hiring Konoha shinobi, he may help out in some way. Also assisting in building the bridge/securing its safety of it may be a worthy goal.
[X] Creature Roll: Second Roll
As above, so below, a few more creatures and then I think powers will be a good pick. As for routes, villainous seems like a bad place for him to go down, no family or friends in this new world to lean on would lead him to a dark place... Orochimarus dungeons/ recruiting center most likely lol. It's not like the Snake stopped at Sasuke when gathering Talent.
How powerful that new guy is needs to be determined before Gato trys to send them after someone, you don't leave paid assassins just laying around. My understanding of rogue ninja in Naruto is you lay low enough to stay out of the Bingo Book, get killed before you can be powerful enough to challenge a Hidden Villages Kage in single combat, or treat the nearest mountain as target practice before you throw down with creatures 40 times your own size. We can definitely say this new face working for Gato isn't in the last category, but if their just some low grade genin then it won't be too long before Gato wants to upgrade to a better shinobi, could be that no name shinobi got killed and Gato picks up Zabuza to replace them before Tazuna left for Konoha.
Helping to protect the bridge while Tazuna goes to Konoha for some ninja would be a decent use of your time, or even being his escort to the Hidden Village to learn the way there could be invaluable.
Edit: thx, didn't understand that was how to do it.
[X] Maybe it's worth spending a bit more time with Tsunami and Tazuna. Talk with the people they know. Tazuna is someone he still needs to talk with as well. If he is in the middle of gathering money for hiring Konoha shinobi, he may help out in some way. Also assisting in building the bridge/securing its safety of it may be a worthy goal.
[X] Creature Roll: Second Roll
As above, so below, a few more creatures and then I think powers will be a good pick. As for routes, villainous seems like a bad place for him to go down, no family or friends in this new world to lean on would lead him to a dark place... Orochimarus dungeons/ recruiting center most likely lol. It's not like the Snake stopped at Sasuke when gathering Talent.
How powerful that new guy is needs to be determined before Gato trys to send them after someone, you don't leave paid assassins just laying around. My understanding of rogue ninja in Naruto is you lay low enough to stay out of the Bingo Book, get killed before you can be powerful enough to challenge a Hidden Villages Kage in single combat, or treat the nearest mountain as target practice before you throw down with creatures 40 times your own size. We can definitely say this new face working for Gato isn't in the last category, but if their just some low grade genin then it won't be too long before Gato wants to upgrade to a better shinobi, could be that no name shinobi got killed and Gato picks up Zabuza to replace them before Tazuna left for Konoha.
Helping to protect the bridge while Tazuna goes to Konoha for some ninja would be a decent use of your time, or even being his escort to the Hidden Village to learn the way there could be invaluable.
Edit: thx, didn't understand that was how to do it.
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[X] Of course, I will. Gato needs to be taken down, and someone else should take over, who deserves it far more. Like me, Andy thinks in his mind. He may as well start gathering allies for the future Naruto timeline clusterfucks by becoming a proper ruler. (Potential Villain/Neutral Ruler Route).
[X] Creature Roll (600)
[X] Creature Roll: Second Roll
[X] Those pirates on the North-East. There is something off about them. It's time to visit them.
[X] Creature Roll (600)
[X] Creature Roll: Second Roll
[X] Those pirates on the North-East. There is something off about them. It's time to visit them.
[X] I can't guarantee anything, other than trying my best to help your people. I saw enough suffering.
[X] Maybe it's worth spending a bit more time with Tsunami and Tazuna. Talk with the people they know. Tazuna is someone he still needs to talk with as well. If he is in the middle of gathering money for hiring Konoha shinobi, he may help out in some way. Also assisting in building the bridge/securing its safety of it may be a worthy goal.
[X] Power Roll (600)
Andy is a bit of a dork isn't he hugging that shield (ᗒᗜᗕ).
[X] Maybe it's worth spending a bit more time with Tsunami and Tazuna. Talk with the people they know. Tazuna is someone he still needs to talk with as well. If he is in the middle of gathering money for hiring Konoha shinobi, he may help out in some way. Also assisting in building the bridge/securing its safety of it may be a worthy goal.
[X] Power Roll (600)
Andy is a bit of a dork isn't he hugging that shield (ᗒᗜᗕ).
- Location
- Koszalin, Poland
Sorry, sorry. I still need to sleep before work, so I have a short period. Any errors I will try to fix before work, but no promises. Maybe it's good that I take the break today, to slow down a bit .
If I were a player, I would have some things to say, as I'm so tempted, but well, I can't.
You know absolutely no one outside of Tsunami at the moment.
Staying down is one of the obvious options. But well, it will be a lot of work. I'm trying to give you some Wave backstory to make it a more interesting option to consider. Also, remember this is just one place. Land of Waves isn't a big place, but other villages are there. Also a capital, that is a town pretty much.
In the way of population, the Land of Waves is kind of like one of the smaller Pacific or Caribbean islands.
It's Zabu. Typo. Sigh, at one point I may need to slow down or look for a beta, as I miss obvious things like this.
I mentioned before that horse wasn't affected by the theme. Seeing another persona calling on this, I will fix it later on with more obvious wording.
I may still consider removing this whole part, which I will mention later on if I decide to do it, without summoning machine theme.
And yeah, I will describe the machine theme next chapter in more detail. I kind of left it vague as Andy mostly had in mind the incoming encounter. Now that he found a safe place, for now, he will be able to relax just a bit.
Also writing reasoning - I don't want to overdo it with words, but I think word counter nerf bat is coming quickly. I just write too much, lol.
I swear those links worked. Sigh, will fix it as well.
Will fix it.
Even if his situation is stressful, and maybe not dire (as Celestial Menageries is a powerful powerset), but it does affect him. He is also lonely, still fresh from being kidnapped to the new world.
So trying to seek comfort somewhere is well, kind of natural. Also yes, it's a bit dorky, but in a way he is fascinated by this powerset as well. It's not like you see every day such wonders being real.
For a roll to be repeated, you need to choose [X] Creature Roll: Second Roll, which is enough.
No need to repeat another standard Creature roll for it to happen. In case you guys repeat it, and only want a second roll or another one, remove the other one.
.If I were a player, I would have some things to say, as I'm so tempted, but well, I can't.
You know absolutely no one outside of Tsunami at the moment.
Staying down is one of the obvious options. But well, it will be a lot of work. I'm trying to give you some Wave backstory to make it a more interesting option to consider. Also, remember this is just one place. Land of Waves isn't a big place, but other villages are there. Also a capital, that is a town pretty much.
In the way of population, the Land of Waves is kind of like one of the smaller Pacific or Caribbean islands.
It's Zabu. Typo. Sigh, at one point I may need to slow down or look for a beta, as I miss obvious things like this.
I mentioned before that horse wasn't affected by the theme. Seeing another persona calling on this, I will fix it later on with more obvious wording.
I may still consider removing this whole part, which I will mention later on if I decide to do it, without summoning machine theme.
And yeah, I will describe the machine theme next chapter in more detail. I kind of left it vague as Andy mostly had in mind the incoming encounter. Now that he found a safe place, for now, he will be able to relax just a bit.
Also writing reasoning - I don't want to overdo it with words, but I think word counter nerf bat is coming quickly. I just write too much, lol.
I swear those links worked. Sigh, will fix it as well.
Will fix it.
Even if his situation is stressful, and maybe not dire (as Celestial Menageries is a powerful powerset), but it does affect him. He is also lonely, still fresh from being kidnapped to the new world.
So trying to seek comfort somewhere is well, kind of natural. Also yes, it's a bit dorky, but in a way he is fascinated by this powerset as well. It's not like you see every day such wonders being real.
For a roll to be repeated, you need to choose [X] Creature Roll: Second Roll, which is enough.
No need to repeat another standard Creature roll for it to happen. In case you guys repeat it, and only want a second roll or another one, remove the other one.
It occurs to me that other ninjas might not kill him but rather recruit or aquire him. Wonder what ninjas will think to fit him into their frame of reference? Just that he has a summoning contract with a very Expansive roster?
Kinda at a cross roads at how I feel about derailing the second mist important milestone in Team 7's experience. But also my interest is peaked.
Kinda at a cross roads at how I feel about derailing the second mist important milestone in Team 7's experience. But also my interest is peaked.
- Location
- Koszalin, Poland
This isn't a story post. I simply ping some people about their votes and answer some posts. Also today I'm not posting, but may do some edits, and the vote is closed tomorrow. So if you still want to vote - feel free to do so.
RookDeSuit, Doccer, Black.Horus, JumpFail200 if you could clarify your votes, it would be appreciated. What I mean is that you only need to choose 1 option. If you pick Creature Roll (600), there is no second roll in case there are some points left. If you want that second roll with whatever points are left - another option.
I will tell you this - spy/rumor collector he certainly isn't.
While I would love the villain route, as it would be an interesting change of pace, picking up Orochimaru is possibly one of the most suicidal ways to do it. Chakraless guy with a very unique ability. Orochimaru would love to... experiment on you.
We also see low-tier missing-nin. The way I take it is that they are so small of fry that chasing them isn't worth wasting resources (aka loyal shinobi) to chase them, when they may be used for something far more productive. Setting up small bounties is enough.
To be clear - underestimating shinobi is a bad idea anyway.
Gato and others will react to your moves, there is no doubt about it.
I have an idea for this if this option wins.
At first they would think it's a summoning contract. But if they witness him 'dismissing' his summons that turn into light particles, and absorb them into his own body, they will 100% assume it's a bloodline of sorts.
Which is, well, a problem. Some people love bloodlines too much (like Kumogakure and somewhat Konohagakure) or hate them (like Kirigakure).
Thankfully he is a man, as the canon scenario where they could kidnap you (like Kumo tried with Hinata AND Kushina) to force pregnancies on you is missed. In this case, I suspect some honey pots are possible. Or simple bribery - join us, and we will grant you some nice villa, money, and women to sleep with.
As yeah, at first it will be bribery/negotiation/blackmail - if this fails, they may go for the kill instead.
Naruto in the end has LOTS of dark themes. Kidnapping women for rape breeding is unfortunately canon.
You are in a hostile, dangerous land. Realistically you wouldn't think of how Naruto will develop when you need to think about your own safety first.
But Wave Arc was VERY important for Naruto (learning about protecting precious people from Haku, one of the most important dialogues in the whole series) and also in a way Sasuke (this is the moment where he was willing to die for Naruto, jumping in front of Haku's ice attack, so it's possible without this Sasuke would never 'bond' with his teammates). So yes, depending on how it goes, I will take this butterfly, and change Sasuke/Naruto in some subtle ways. If we get to the Konoha obviously or meet them by accident somewhere.
RookDeSuit, Doccer, Black.Horus, JumpFail200 if you could clarify your votes, it would be appreciated. What I mean is that you only need to choose 1 option. If you pick Creature Roll (600), there is no second roll in case there are some points left. If you want that second roll with whatever points are left - another option.
I will tell you this - spy/rumor collector he certainly isn't
.While I would love the villain route, as it would be an interesting change of pace, picking up Orochimaru is possibly one of the most suicidal ways to do it. Chakraless guy with a very unique ability. Orochimaru would love to... experiment on you.
We also see low-tier missing-nin. The way I take it is that they are so small of fry that chasing them isn't worth wasting resources (aka loyal shinobi) to chase them, when they may be used for something far more productive. Setting up small bounties is enough.
To be clear - underestimating shinobi is a bad idea anyway.
Gato and others will react to your moves, there is no doubt about it.
I have an idea for this if this option wins
.At first they would think it's a summoning contract. But if they witness him 'dismissing' his summons that turn into light particles, and absorb them into his own body, they will 100% assume it's a bloodline of sorts.
Which is, well, a problem. Some people love bloodlines too much (like Kumogakure and somewhat Konohagakure) or hate them (like Kirigakure).
Thankfully he is a man, as the canon scenario where they could kidnap you (like Kumo tried with Hinata AND Kushina) to force pregnancies on you is missed. In this case, I suspect some honey pots are possible. Or simple bribery - join us, and we will grant you some nice villa, money, and women to sleep with.
As yeah, at first it will be bribery/negotiation/blackmail - if this fails, they may go for the kill instead.
Naruto in the end has LOTS of dark themes. Kidnapping women for rape breeding is unfortunately canon.
You are in a hostile, dangerous land. Realistically you wouldn't think of how Naruto will develop when you need to think about your own safety first.
But Wave Arc was VERY important for Naruto (learning about protecting precious people from Haku, one of the most important dialogues in the whole series) and also in a way Sasuke (this is the moment where he was willing to die for Naruto, jumping in front of Haku's ice attack, so it's possible without this Sasuke would never 'bond' with his teammates). So yes, depending on how it goes, I will take this butterfly, and change Sasuke/Naruto in some subtle ways. If we get to the Konoha obviously or meet them by accident somewhere.
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Modifying my vote based on this.I have an idea for this if this option wins