Let’s Get Some Practice In [Heiwa/Open]

Today was a beautiful day in the village of Morigakure. Today I was filling my days with just roaming around and gathering supplies for my next journey. I had decided I would travel to the village of Chikagakure and see what the Rebellion was like. I did hear; however, rumors of a group of Uchiha who were trying to rebuild their damaged village in Jokigakure. I would have to see what that was about because last I heard, it had been destroyed by the nine tails when the Raksaka had awakened it. I would still have much to do before I leave because I had promised to visit the young shinobi Takoda once he has recovered enough for visitors. I continued on with my thoughts as I made my way towards the outskirts of Morigakure.

Today I was heading out to the market, I was running low on many supplies. Getting use to living on my own has been a large adjustment, and I hadn't quite figured everything out. One thing I did know I needed was food. Food and coffee. Now. So, I made my way to the market area in the village, purchasing some watermelon (my favorite), some other fruits, along with bread, some junk food.. my weakness, and some coffee of course. I bought much more than expected, and was fumbling around trying to carry everything in my basket. I decided I better leave before I spend all of my ryo. So, I began to start walking home.

As I was walking through the market area, I had noticed a younger woman carrying a bundle of groceries. It seemed like she was about ready to drop them at any moment so I quickly made my way over to her. Excuse me, but would you like some help with those? I held my arms out to offer assistance and waited for her reply.

I sighed as I felt rediculous thinking I could carry all these things home. Now was the time I could really use my mothers advice, or just her extra hand. I began thinking of her continuously on my walk back home. Then I realized someone was speaking to me. I snapped out of my trance and realized by his arm movement that he was offering to help me. I hesitated at first, wondering if I should trust this man. He seemed atleast 5 or so years older than I but I accepted. Yes please.. I responded timidly.

I let out a small sigh of relief as the girl handed me some of the bags. Usually someone would say no and walk away hastily or just simply ignore me. I made a quick glance down into the bags and saw a lot of fruits and...coffee? I made a slight shrug and stood by her side. Restocking ourselves are we? You really shouldn’t take the bearing of carrying all of these bags. Turned my head towards her and gave a small smile. Lead the way ma’am.

The man, I noticed looked into my bags with confusion. I assume a whole bag filled to the brim with coffee beans would be a bit.. interesting. But I dont sleep well and need it to function a normal life.
I lead him to my quiet home. It was a mess, I didnt know how to keep up with such a large house, being the only one living there now. I thought about just telling him to drop the bags at the door so he would'nt have to see the horrific sight, but then I realized I would just have the same problem as before and would just drop everything. As we walked up to my door step I fumbled for my key. Now, my house is a mess, I havent had a chance to clean it since, well.. uhm.. yeah-- and so its bad.. don't judge.. I found my key and opened the door. Thank god. I was just rambling on. I'm so awkward sometimes..

I let out a small laugh at the comment she made about her house. Do not fear, I have seen much worse in my time. The building that I live in now is quite the sight to see. We are living in tough times and we should spend more time worrying about giving our best effort towards the war than worrying about how one’s home looks. I was about to take another step forward when I quickly stopped myself. [color =green] Excuse me, but I never did introduce myself. My name is Tenshi. [/color] I made an awkward bow to her since I was still holding her bags filled with coffee.

Oh, uhm yes.. Hello, Tenshi. My name is Heiwa. I attempted to make an awkward bow back, but I'm not quite as graceful as the big angel like man standing in front of me, everything began to tumble out of my grip.. Damnnit.. I whispered under my breath. This guy forsure thinks I'm a fricking mess.

The lady tried to return the bow awkwardly but the bags were starting to come out of her grip. I quickly moved forward and put a free hand underneath the bags before they came out of her grip. Pleased to meet you Heiwa. I could tell that this lady was thinking I was judging her for almost dropping the bags. I let out another small laugh. Lets worry about introductions after we set these bags down. I gave a small nod to the door and held out my arm suggesting she go first. This was probably the longest conversation I’ve had with someone in a long time.

Great reflexes I thought to myself.. He caught the bags instantly. Yeah, come on in. Go ahead and set them on the counter here. I motioned to the kitchen counter. Well This man seemed very nice, this had to be the most contact with someone I've had in a long time. I began to put the groceries away and decided I should learn more about this stranger I let into my home. So, what are you doing around this area? I don't think I've ever seen you before..and you seem like the type of man I would rememeber, but then again I dont really get out much.. Hinting at his large armor, which was very strange but yet very interesting. I'd guess that it scared many people away, but it didn't bother me, I've seen worse in my lifetime.

We got inside of the house and I made my way over to the counter where I carefully laid the bags down. I let go of them carefully just to be sure they wouldn’t fall over. She was asking me where I was from and I started to get a little nervous. She also seemed to be starring at my armor that I wore. I turned myself around so that I was looking at her. I actually grew up in Morigakure for the most part. I became curious about my surroundings and have traveled around to different villages. I didn’t see much because after what the nine tails did, not much could be seen. I started to roam to roam about, looking at the walls or out of a window. After I had gotten back, I found myself starring at the battlefield of Elkwood. There I had helped save a shinobi who I plan on visiting once he is well. After that, I think I will head out again and perhaps visit Chikagakure. I plan to go there because you see, I really am not affiliated with a village. I am a man who likes to travel. I gave Heiwa my attention again by looking at her. What about you? What’s your story?

What exactly did the nine tails do? I have been either to young to remember or just to sheltered to have heard. I also know there is alot going on with the war, but I dont know much about the origin. Would you care to explain it to me? I will be traveling all around soon and need as much information as possible. I figured since he has traveled before I might as well take advantage of this knowledge before me. If I was going to hunt down my father I would need information and fighting skills, but maybe I'll ask him that later. Although, I'm sure he would not want to play fight with a young girl like me. He seems like an important man who has better things to do with his time.

I was taken back by what the girl had just asked me. How can she not know about the war and about the nine tails? She is pretty young; however, I wonder if she has had any parents. I was told about the war a few weeks I had found my Guardians. First, the Nine Tails. For many years, the beast has been asleep in the bottom of the Great Divide. There was a mysterious organization that had attained enough power to reawaken the beast from its depth. When it did awake, almost all of the villages had been completely destroyed. The only ones that remained are Chikagakure and of coarse, Mori. Not much has been heard of the mysterious organization but I believe that they are hiding and waiting to make another attack. The war, in a nutshell, was started because one side was power hungry and the other side is trying to stop it. I took a few moments rest and then something about what she said had me curious. You said you were going to be travelling? Where exactly too?

Honestly I have no idea yet.. just wandering around. I'm going to hunt for my father. But I've never been out of the village before so I'm very nervous. I haven't gotten all my training done yet either so I'm worried about being alone. And this nine tails.. what happened to it?

So she wishes to find something that has been missing in her life. Hmmm, I could take her along with me and I could train her too. She would never last that long by herself. If I were to help, we would be traveling all around the world for her father. To answer the question about the Nine Tails, I wasn’t exactly sure. I had heard that it simply went back to sleep and waited for the next time to be awaken again. I am not certain what happened to the beast. Some have said that it simply went back to sleep, waiting for someone to reawaken it. I closed my eyes and crossed my arms to think about what I would ask next be the right thing. I would like to ask you for an offer. Say if I were to help you train, would you be willing to join me in my travels and I could help look for your father. It was a risk I was willing to take. She needed help and I needed to see more places. I had another reason but I didn’t want to reveal it just yet.

Hmm. The nine tails interested me. I feel so dumb for not knowing anything about this war. I also was taken completely back that he would make such an offer. I could really use the protection. I hate asking for help but I know nothing outside of Morigakure. I know I really don't know you well and this could be a big mistake, but I feel an odd trust towards you. So I accept if you're for sure up to it. I could really use the training. And a friend. I'm pretty surprised you confronted me. I began to get very excited about beginning training. But I figured I should learn more about my new friend first. So who are you.. why have you been so nice to me? I asked very curiously but with a smile.

I was pleased that she agreed to let me join but I was afraid of her asking that question. I needed to know that I could trust her enough that she could keep who I truly am a secret. Why, the only reason why I was nice is because I am a nice person. People would usually run away from a man who such an odd outfit. I raised my arm and looked down at the armor that was covering it. I turned back to her but with a little more seriousness. For the moment, I cannot reveal who I am entirely until I believe you are worthy of my absolute trust. So, why don't we see if you are worthy by start honing your skills? I have a way of getting to know people better by how well they fight and learn from their mistakes.

Alright, lets go then. I eagerly accepted his challenge. I led him out to the back yard by a small creek and large oak tree. This should be enough room shouldn't it? The back of my house turned into a field that was pretty open with a few trees scattered around. I was ready to fight.. I needed to practice desperately.

I was surprised by how quick she had accepted. She didn’t even think or ponder the thought. She must want to get as much training in as possible. She led me outside of her house into an open area with trees and a creek. I nodded my head at her. This should serve us well. I at once began the process of drawing in the energy that was around me. I instantly felt a tingling sensation run across my body. Let us begin. I at once leapt into the air and began to descend directly below here. Lets see how she reacts to an aerial attack.

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He shook his head and agreed that this was a good place. I felt satisfied that the large yard would finally serve some use. He jumped right into it.. Literally. Before I knew it he was above me. I was not prepared and I hadn't charged any chakara yet. I fell to the ground. Haha Im a little rusty.. I said as I scratched the back of my head. I was so embarassed, I litterally hadnt fought in ages. I jumped back on my feet instantly and steped a few steps back. Hmm, what should I do...I decided I would just run towards him. It would probably fail me but I need to learn by my mistakes. (Feel free to coresct me by the way, if I'm saying something incorrectly or don't make sense.)

I was surprised that all she had done was just fall to the ground. I made myself land a few feet away from her and stood upright. She had gotten back to her feet and had pondered for a moment. She really has no idea what to do. Well, let’s just start off nice and slow. I looked at her again and noticed that she began to run towards me. Alright Heiwa, let’s start with the basics. I sidestepped to my left and with my right leg did a clockwise leg sweep. Let’s see how well your reactions are.

[10/40]

As I was running towards him he quickly stepped away as I was about to reach him. I spun with him and lunged for him. Thankfully I noticed that, I was already embarassed enough.. I'm so lucky I found this man, I would never have survived on my own with the skills I have.

I saw that she had evaded my leg sweep and had decided to lunge right for me. Well at least she was able to avoid being swept off her feet, but just lunging at your opponent won’t solve anything. She really needs to know how to fight properly. As I was coming through with my sweep, I decided to use her lunge against her. I placed my left hand under her stomach and had my right arm placed vertically with her body. I rose up and with her momentum, tossed her over my shoulders so that she would land on her back. I began to walk forward with my back to her. If you were in a life or death situation and if you lunged at your opponent like that, you would have been killed. You must plan your moves ahead of time and have a backup plan just in case something goes wrong. I had put a ten foot gap between us and I turned to her slowly. I will start out on the offensive while you try to counter my attacks. I slowly lifted my right arm with my palm up and closed. I opened it quickly to reveal a ball of white lighting. Let’s start with small and work our way up. I stretched my arm out so my palm and the ball of lightning were facing her. I then launched the ball at her but I sent it off coarse so that it would pass her left side, just to see how she would react to a ranged attack.

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