Like a rolling stone [requesting exit]

[Junan]

He and the others all approached the gates. Akira had all their paperwork in hand and would hand it to whoever would be on duty.

Ayumu had been informed of his role while Akira was gone, as had Akuhei, the village was in good hands, and the fact that Akira could now leave the village with this many of its leadership spoke highly of the village and its current level of strength. Akira was proud of everyone in the village for that fact, for it was their strength that would allow him to go out and foster a relationship which several years earlier had bordered on violent, and now sat idle, any incident could move it one way or the other, and so Akira hoped to make it a positive move.

The weather was good for the first day of travel, though what it would be like through the duration of the trip, only Raiden, and maybe Shinbatsu, knew.

[Topic Entered with Shashu, Hyazo, Junko and Kouin]

 

[Kouin]

With their goals in site, and their destination on lock, the group made head way to the gates. Kouin stood by the side of the Raikage; leaving the village with the Raikage would most likely be a simple manner, he had already had all the paperwork all drawn up. He had also informed all the required people that would be taking up acting leadership positions what they would need to be doing.

Kouin's body was clad in standard anbu garb, and a galaxy patterned mask. He peered down at his forearm where his anbu tattoo had been before, and watched it revitalize, his code name Stasis. The wind was blowing consistently through his hair, the brisk mountain air left a slight sting as it touched his skin. The winds and weather appeared to be on their side, and hopefully it would stay that way, because only Raiden could know what would happen in the land of Stone.

[topic entered]

 

[Tsuyoshi Junko]

Approaching the gates, Junko felt a little excited to go to another country again. He was seeing the rest of the world and wasn't confined to lighting country. Everything was only a matter of time before the adventure would start. Junko decided he wouldn't pack too heavy, but his path bodies were a must.

They would be used while traveling as simple scouts that were ahead or lagged behind. Either way, Junko would use his eye coordination to be steps ahead, behind, or to the side. Writing in his notebook, Aiko recorded his mental images through writing as usual. He was practically making a history text book on his life. Using his senseis jutsu passed down to him, Aiko could practically play back his whole life.

Aiko mentioned having a student he'd teach and pass down his history to. That way, he could teach them, show them the world, and the past without him being with them. He'd probably mention it to Kunashi next time he seen him. Looking at the ANBU sennin and the Raikage, The Tsuyoshi brothers awaited for the rest that would be on this journey. Hopefully they didn't take too long or the gate guards. Junko might feel the urge to let himself out and cause another disturbance.

Well, then he'd have to deal with the ANBU sennin over exaggerating things, another meeting with his boss, and probably much more. so, force exiting and opening up the gates probably wouldn't be the best decision. Oh well. The group would just have patience.

Topic Entered
OOC: Fluffed for training
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WC:256

 

[Tsuirakuya Shashu]

Well, it's that time I suppose.

Everything was packed up and ready. Not that Shashu had much to pack in the first place, being that she always traveled light, but there it was. Sitting by the door was a pack and several small parcels containing food and other sundries. The majority of the trip would have them carried in the sealing scrolls built into her armor, but when they neared entered Stone she'd need to use the pack to pass off as a non-shinobi traveler.

Everything was ready, and yet despite the urgency Shashu was only just now finally rolling out of bed. A shower was had, clothes were pulled on, and food was eaten far past the time she should have left. She was avoiding it of course. Despite how much she wanted this mission to happen, there remained a crucial and inevitable consequence should she leave: she'd be entire countries away from Ayumu. The last time she spent an extended period without her Shukun had been easier, she hadn't known he'd fallen for Kahako while she was gone. But when she came back...well, her heart had nearly broken in two. She'd worked through that and even found a happy solution, but...if she left this time, what else might she find when she returned?

In the end though, she had to do it. She had to leave so she could return. She had to live up to the expectations he has placed on her when he'd extended his hand that day, and if she shirked her duty to be with him now it would ruin that. In her eyes at least, if not his. This was something that had to be done.

Shashu eyed the pile with a sullen glare, then walked over and sealed the supplies away with a few gestures.

If I have to do this...no. It's better if I just leave.

She stepped outside, locked the door, and headed towards the gate where the others were undoubtedly waiting. Hopefully they would be on their way before she changed her mind.

 

[Keigo Oen]

Seemed to be the last to the party, leaping down from the gates and awaiting the group to move out. However, things would seem to be weirdly placed as he would not be wearing his ANBU attire, he packed light as he would be washing clothes alot but he made sure to keep enough room to bring home things for Saki's research. Though his own as well, there was something he wanted to dive into, but he would keep that secret to himself for now. His eyes glazed and ready he seemed to be in a zone of sorts protecting Saito was his main goal. Looking at Shashu's booty was the second goal. And making sure Kouin wasnt being a bad guy...

Who knew what would happen though? It all didnt matter because Zo was prepared at any point to make contact with hardcore Kumo haternation. Who knew what would come of this... but with the Kage and the Sennin with some of the best fighters in the village leaving... they were vulnerable. But strong all the same. Zo was wary of the situation at hand and would not say a word, as he was a servant to the current crown here to do a job and nothing else. However, he would take a head back on a pike if things got choppy.

[Topic Entered]

 

[Rega]

Rega wasn't on gate duty that day, but checking up on the gate in her off time was a terrible habit she could not break. She always worried that something like the Jokku brothers might happen again while she wasn’t on duty, after hearing the warnings of her predecessor. However, the peculiar event today did not come from the other side of the gates, but within. Being a captain herself, she quickly recognized the new leader of her branch, the kiss-ass who threatened to tattle to her while on a recruiting run now without his mask, and a woman she knew of from work yet was unfamiliar with, but the other two faces… Junko, the med-nin who was ballsy enough to stand up to the slut-cow that took her sister’s job, and the lightning bolt on the throne son of Shinbatsu himself, Akira Saito. Whatever was going down, it was big enough to justify a warparty with the bigwigs from across the branches, and this deeply worried the octopi-masked ANBU captain.

Taking charge between those already on gate duty and making her way to the gate exit, she quickly approached the band and almost nervously clutched at her massive hammer. ”Pardon, sirs and madam, I know it is not my place to ask, but should I be informed of an oncoming threat to our country? This is a… sizeable band of our greatest strengths coming out to this humble hole in the wall.” There wasn’t much point in protocol, with the Raikage and Sennin both in front of her, she quickly motioned to the on duty folk to open the gates for the group, but she was half-ready to turn around and see a hoarde of demons or rival war band from another country. It was a rare sight to see the legends and leaders of her home assembled in one place… One might say it was very “un-ninja”, but the reasons behind it had to be extraordinary…

Gates opened for Junko, Shashu, Akira Saito, Kouin, and Baaki Hyazo to exit. Marked for training, Word Count :: 322

 

[Junan]

He smiled and nodded his head towards Rega. The two had worked together and she was one shinobi he trusted absolutely, one among a very small group of living shinobi.

Nothing that I'm aware of, but we're heading to a village where the last shinobi of Kumogakure visited died. so if the worst happens we want that sentence to be restructured. We'll be back soon enough, and hopefully when we do Kumogakure will be in a much more comfortable position power wise than it already is. After all, Kumogakure seemed to be doing very well, and even with taking these shinobi with him he wasn't in the slightest bit concerned about the villages safety.

Take care of the village while we're gone. he said as he received the passports back and led the small group of powerful shinobi out. They were on their way to Stone, who knew what would happen.

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[Keigo Oen]

He wouldnt do anything but nod. Following in Saito's direct Shadow, to his right flank. It was something that he appreciated being the one directly responsible for the Kage's life at severe times. Zo was definitely someone that would not be taken lightly. People who knew who he was and the power he possessed. And Saito trusted him. It was an honor to say the least, but what if it was one of those 'keep your enemies closer' deals. Zo didnt think the Kage had it out for him And the man Saito had been loyal to Kumo for many decades. He was a legend in his own right.

Zo would keep quiet. Things seemed to be headed in the right direction, and this was an allstar cast of Shinobi and warriors that would be leaving. Zo was one of them. Hand picked by the Kage himself. Well, sorta. Zo was just the one that would take the reigns as he'd come about his true political power. He was just a Captain now... but his aspirations were soaring higher than ever... And there was actually one person he could thank... Kouin. An Eerie feeling of hatred and undoubtable loyalty fell over Zo as he looked over to the Sennin...

He'd give his life to this man... For the future of Kumo...

[Topic Left]

 

[Tsuyoshi Junko]

As Rega approached the gates, Junko smirked. She had been with the Raikage when confronting the old hag of the medical branch. Rega was bold, quite beautiful, and way younger than the old hag. So, she had a plus one in Junkos book. Well, maybe her butt had something to do with it to. It was something else, along with shashus.

Letting them out the gates, Junko nodded. "It was good seeing you again. If you see my son, tell him I'm sorry I didn't get to see him. I have another mission." Junko said trusting his message would be sent at some point.

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[Kouin]

The procedure was quick and painless. The group had lucked out that his other captain, Rega, had been at the gates to expedite their exit. The paper work was transferred swiftly, and they were given immediate exit so they could make way for stone

He gave Rega a pat on the back, and offered a smile, Make sure to help Akuhei run the branch, I'll be back. With his parting worda he exitted with the group and began making headway to stone.

[Topic Left]

 

[Tsuirakuya Shashu]

Though she was very nearly the last one to arrive, no one seemed to mind. In fact no one seemed to react much to her presence at all, which was rather welcome in her current state of mind. Normally she liked to keep those around her on their toes by alternately hiding her presence and making it known with a bang, but today...today she couldn't muster the will for anything besides a sullen face.

That didn't affect the gate process one bit however, and they were passed through by a somewhat familiar face. Shashu couldn't place her name, but she'd passed a few requisition forms through her hands before. Rare poison ingredients and a few hard to find pieces of equipment for jobs, things like that. At any rate her passport was given the approval without a fuss and they were on their way. Hopefully she would be in better spirits once they had put some distance between themselves and Kumo.

Fayth, she hoped so.

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