The terrain was as she expected and she arrived at the Phoenix Gate without incident. The weather would temperate and in her travels she had encountered to less than four endangered caterpillars. it was indeed an exciting journey. She tucked the letter in the pages of her book and she slid the massive tome into her backpack. She did not want her book to get dirty because she was going to have to climb into Kohonagakure.
Why? Well, it was not because she was a criminal, gracious no. It was because she was well aware of a strange affinity shared by many shinobi villages, this compulsion to see a passport. Something that must exist in every shinobi community for one reason or another although she hardly understood it beyond concept because it was illogical considering the skill-sets many shinobis boasted. She was not a shinobi, therefore she had no passport. Would they believe her at her word: no, but she had a letter to deliver. She donned a pair of spiked gloves and started to climb the wall. it would not take long for her to enter and once she was inside she would then locate the Hokage and deliver her message. She hoped that she would be allowed to stay for a few days so that she might enjoy the scenery and perhaps add to her archives but it was likely that she would be expelled from the community shortly after she was discovered so she would have to work fast.
Run Time: 1 hour
The Letter said:Dearest Hokage;
We are pleased to invite your greatest shinobis to the 1st World Martial Arts Tournament at the Hisashī Zenshōsen Arena in Kurosawa, Cha no Kuni on January 3rd.
Besides participating in this great event the contestants, civilians, non-competing shinobi, leaders and all of their respective families will habe an oppertunity to see the historical city of Kurosawa, the capital of our fine country Cha no Kuni (also known as Tea Country).
The aim of our country is to promote all styles of shinobi sparring so it will be open to puppet users, ninjutsuists, genjutsuists, taijutsuists as well as those that employ less approved methods of warfare such as poisons or are in possession of a kinjutsu. It is important that we respect the differences between our countries during this international display. We assure you fair judgement, a healthy atmosphere, cordial hospitality and excellent treatment. All that we ask of you is a peaceful demonstration of your village's military prowess. This competition is a no-kill tournament and there will be medics on stand-by, many provided from generous villages such as yours for the duration of the tournament.
Our village is a non-shinobi village and we are fully dedicated to the celebration of the shinobi arts and the development of humankind. We welcome all competitors, officials and volunteers for participation in this big event from staging to participating to spectating.
In the interest of fairness as well as brevity we have sent three tokens that you may give to your three greatest fighters so that they may gain admission into the fighting arena. We understand that your greatest fighter might not hold the highest rank in your community and that strength is only a single facet of a great shinobi. We are certain that you will assess your people well and showcase your best because they are not only a reflection of the art but also your honored community.
Thank you;
Hotsume Rika
Countess of Tea Country
Why? Well, it was not because she was a criminal, gracious no. It was because she was well aware of a strange affinity shared by many shinobi villages, this compulsion to see a passport. Something that must exist in every shinobi community for one reason or another although she hardly understood it beyond concept because it was illogical considering the skill-sets many shinobis boasted. She was not a shinobi, therefore she had no passport. Would they believe her at her word: no, but she had a letter to deliver. She donned a pair of spiked gloves and started to climb the wall. it would not take long for her to enter and once she was inside she would then locate the Hokage and deliver her message. She hoped that she would be allowed to stay for a few days so that she might enjoy the scenery and perhaps add to her archives but it was likely that she would be expelled from the community shortly after she was discovered so she would have to work fast.
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Run Time: 1 hour