I'm hyped

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Hey everyone!
During the time since the last thread, i've come up with a way to solve father's energy problem, making his dream of a working airship not only possible, but reproducible.

The information is in this pastebin https://pastebin.com/uNX3Y5y3 along with various other ideas that the tech could potentially be used for.
I want to get this information to yoru as soon as he gets back, he'll be so excited!

For those that don't want to read the pastebin, here's the main gist of the idea.

"Tags.
Handy, right? An explosion right in your pocket, and enough of them can do serious damage.
Explosion tags are little more than ink, paper and a little chakra, simple as can be and produced in massive quantities.
They can be set off by wires, fuses, or by releasing their seal through your own chakra.

But what if you sealed specific things into your paper?
You'd have proper fūinjutsu, right? Complicated inscriptions that boil down to sealing one object into another.
This is often used by ninja like Tenten to seal weapons, tools and goods like food and water for easy storage and transport. Already quite useful on it's own.

But what if you sealed something besides some kunai or a pitcher of water into your tags? Like chakra-based attacks.
Great fireballs, phoenix flowers and so-on, to be used as a simple source of energy. By doing so, you could create an extremely
energy-dense fuel capable of powering father's airship while remaining light enough not to weigh it down.
People are heavy, and they only have so much chakra in their bodies. The bigger problem though is how slowly their chakra regenerates.
They require essentially a day's rest to fully restore their chakra, but with this their energy can be shipped in from all over the world.
Energy in the form of tags, stored for long periods of time and used as and when needed while the ninja remains at home in their village.
With their work done offsite and their energy stored in an extremely lightweight material, weight is no longer an issue."

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I never thought I'd live to see this come back.

>>2081819

Glad to see you back, Wargle.

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IT'S FUCKING TIME!

Do you mind a bit of Q&A while we're at it? I've got a bunch of questions during my reread.

You sure you didn't intend to kill off Ebisu? Half the time we spent with him, he was munching on some nice deathflags.

Haku was one of the available MCs, did we ever get to know what happened to him?

Do we know yet what was the one thing that changed the setting?

How will you ever top the Konoha invasion arc? It was fucking amazing.

We haven't met Neji and Nori since the sealing ritual, right? We should get to that as soon as we can, and hug the fuck out of Nori because that whole deal must have been terrible for her.

Was Itachi officially declared an outcast from the Uchiha clan? Would he adopt the Norihime name if we were to marry him, or at least consider doing it?

Do you have any plans regarding a Shippuden timeskip or could we avoid it entirely? Your original missions are great, and a training montage does not allow us to socialize and bond with any characters outside the team. Joint missions like the one when we got bitchslapped are really good for that, and we also get to fight along other characters, which is always fun.

>>2081819
Hype for more morally bankrupt but still fiscally wealthy black ops

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Welcome back, we're all hyped

>>2081857
I would like to remind everyone that, while it's perfectly fine to have a childhood crush on Itachi, we're still 12. Maybe once we hit Jonin and are at that level for a couple of years, we can worry about dating someone six years our senior. I'd like to avoid the topic until then, though.

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A sudden drop in temperature- and an overwhelming sense of vertigo. You’d experienced them before, of course, but even knowing what would occur when speaking those words, it proved nearly impossible to prepare.

What you hadn’t expect was the darkness; as the inky blackness of the portal began to open beneath you, all the lights in the grand hall were extinguished. Those gathered before you could hardly contain their unease- and all you could offer in response was a faint smile.

After all, no matter how unsettling this technique seemed to be, it was to be the salvation of these creatures. The power of their goddess made manifest.

“My Children- do not fear! Great Kaguya has empowered this child with her own essence, and soon we shall be among the verdant plains of the world below! Please, remain calm!”

The throaty voice of the Rabbit Matriarch- Grandmother, she’d asked you to call her- did little to assuage the fears of her followers as, one by one, they transitioned into incorporeal masses of faintly green chakra.

Interesting- another ability to inquire about, when this was over.

As the dark morass of the technique you used began to overtake the last vestiges of your sight, however, the efficiency and intricacies of such a mode of transportation leave your mind. Your head swims, and the last thing you hear is a scream, followed by a series of dull explosions in the distance. Had Toneri found them after all?

Not that it mattered, now.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~

>>2081857
>Marrying Itachi
That ship has sailed long ago we're going Gaara

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Biting, bitter cold. Weightlessly adrift in a sea of ebony, you can faintly hear Grandmother calling to you.

She, too, sounded so very far away.

Why was she waiting? She needed to-

“Child- if you cannot keep the pathway open, we will be unable to leave this realm! Please, hold strong!”

Easy for her to say.

Had she ever mantled the strength of a god?

As the chill of this lightless place seeps to your very bones, you feel the faintest warmth- the necklace.

Kaguya.

“Rest, Tsuki. I will take care of the rest.”

You want to fight- to show her you don’t need to rely upon her strength.

But even as you try to speak, you feel your body betray you.

Your eyes flutter, and your breath becomes inconsistent.

“Sleep, Tsuki.”

And so, you listen. Could a short nap really hurt?

The is a ROOT Quest
im in ROOT
Your in ROOT you just don't remember
Tapir mask is ours
Make Dadzo proud
Metal Gear Tsuki

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>>2081857
I'll address these a bit later on once we get to the first round of voting. No worries!

It's good to be back.

>>2081861
MUH DICK

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>Wargle actually updated and didn't cancel live.

>>2081866
It's still relevant to know if he's just emotionally estranged from his family or officially expelled from it, though, in my opinion. I'm sure the husbando wars will rage at their hardest much later down the line.

>>2081898
We are married to ROOT and will make a political marriage like a good lil shinobi power broker

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>>2081819

>>2081905
And if marrying the older brother of the Uchiha Heir, or the Uchiha heir himself, gives us influence over a devastatingly powerful but otherwise unruly clan...well, these things just happen.

>>2081905
>>2081923
And those sweet, sweet red eyes, man.
White eyes are pretty good too, and would even fit the whole Kaguya theme better, but sharingan is so retardedly overpowered we can't pass it up.

>>2081923
Itachi would have to take our name for one which isn't happening if he's still in the clan. Two he is so against ROOT he would have to be kept in the dark about it forever.

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Inconsistent dreams plague your rest;

Images.

Black birds, beaks dripping with blood.

A pale snake, eating it’s tail.

Four bright beings of light, slowly blinking out of existence- one by one.

A small sapling, which rapidly began to grow into a large and powerful tree- only to quickly wither and die.

The world on fire.

A broken statue of glass amongst a roaring sandstorm.

The Sharingan.

These images blink by faster than you can grasp them-
It’s so difficult to make out the details.

It’s hard to breathe. What is happening to you?

You try to focus; if you could only make sense of this…!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~

You focus on:

1. The black birds.

2. The pale snake.

3. The beings of light.

4. The sapling.

5. The statue of glass.

6. The Sharingan.

>>2081928
>>2081923
>Marrying into the Uchiha
>Are you trying to make Dadzo sad
>Ar eyou tryin to make Dad sad
>He can get us red eyes if we want them you know
>Again the shear disgust of marrying an Uchiha

>>2081943
>4. The sapling.
Knowing about ROOT's potential rise and fall is really important for Tsuki.

>>2081943
>3. The beings of light.

>>2081943
>4. The sapling.

>>2081943
4. The sapling.
Danzo-sensei!
KONOHA!

>>2081943
>4
Tree? It the on from the ruins?

>>2081943
>3. The beings of light.

>>2081947
>The one Uchiha so loyal he'd kill his whole clan for the greater good
He's alright.

>>2081943
>The beings of light
Are we getting the four spirits killed?

>>2081943
>6. The Sharingan.
Let's go with the only thing familiar to us.

>>2081943
>1. The black birds.
Gotta respect the classics.

>>2081943
>5. The statue of glass.

>>2081965
More likely they won't be terribly happy and will start to ignore us.
We're probably determining tsuki's priorities right now.

Which is why as far as i'm concerned, konoha (and ROOT) come first.

>>2081943
4. The sapling.

>>2081943
>4 the tree the tree

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>>2081857
For the sake of clarity after my little trip away from home:

1. I never intended to kill off Ebisu so soon- even late into his last fight, he could've came out battered, but alive. Alas, it didn't work out that way.

2. You'll see.

3. The audience at large doesn't, though a few anons do know.

4. I certainly hope so! I likely need to earn a large portion of my readership back somehow, after all.

5. Nori left with Jiraiyaand Naruto shortly after the invasion, and haven't returned.

6. Sasuke currently leads the Uchiha after Fugaku's death. According to Itachi, he is "no longer of the clan".

7. Eventually there will be a timeskip. It's unavoidable, and I'd have to write for literal years to cover a blank space of time spanning nearly 2-3 years. I appreciate the feedback all the same!

>>2081943
>4.

Konoha first.
Just like good old Danzo thought us.
Man this is the only quest where that sounds remotely unironic.

>>2081943
>4. The sapling.

Glad you're back dude. Hope things are alright.

>>2082002
This is a "Make Tobirama Proud" quest

>>2081993

I hope the thing that tops the Crush Arc won't be so damn long.

Also, the Time Skip could be a long ass training session. Like we vote on shit we wanna do and/or see and then you write it up.

>>2081943
>4. The sapling.

>>2081943
>4. The sapling.

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Focusing on the life cycle of the great tree.

Writing.

>>2081993
Nice, thanks for the answers. Last one for now, how do you feel about having killed off a couple of the Akatsuki so early? I'd ask if someone is going to replace them, but we'll find out eventually anyway.

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>>2082022
Only gives the chance for other characters to shine, in the end.

We'll see if it pays off.

I hope the pastebin is going to be CUTE AkaTsuki adventures and not depression arc.

>>2082022
Thinking back on that Konoha crush... we're Tsuki and Danzo the only ones to kill Akatsuki members out of the entire village?

>>2082060
To be fair blondie was not at his max power level and sasori let us go

>>2082060
Probably.
I'd be surprised if any others weren't defeated, but escaped.

>>2082060
Minato might have managed to take out at least one of them, I guess.

was there a previous AkaTsuki omake?

>>2082086

Yes

>>2082086
Yes, the one where Asa was alive.

>>2082086
Yeah it just didn't have any of the cute Tsuki and Akatsuki member interactions like her following Zetsu around with a little water can to keep him hydrated.

>>2081943
3. The beings of light.

>>2082096
I still never read it can someone give me a link?

>>2082105
https://pastebin.com/X3viHAZQ

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>>2082099

>>2082072
>Deidera [Akaintern]: Decapitated by Tsuki
>Sasori [full member]: Dad broke is outter shell not chuffed

>Hidan: Fighting Minato
>Kakuzu: ^

>Kisamie [Best boi]: Launched into low orbit by Danzo and Tsuki
>Shisui [full member]: miffed

>Pain: Is puppeting Hanzo now, still a bitch
>konan: who really cares

>Orochimaru: Likes how things have progressed

tldr; if you want something done right send in the ROOT pair

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FUCK!
YES!

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Your mind reaches towards the familiar image- the great tree.

Konoha.

Home.

~~~~~~

At first, it’s a small, fragile thing- naught but a seed.

You see a lone man, kneeling as he plants the tiny seedling.

His hands are rough and calloused, his arms covered in scars.

The sapling begins to sprout, it’s meager growth grasping towards the sky.

The man smiles- but his eyes are occluded by tears, and you can see a bloody foam accruing at the corners of his mouth.

The man soon falls, covered in wounds. His tears, and his blood, feed the young sapling, which grows strong.
~~~~~~~~

In time, a second man approaches. Clad in blue and white, he stands guard over the sapling.

Dark figures begin to coalesce in the distance- coveting the sapling.

The man fights them all- and he banishes the covetous darkness; but yet, he does not due so unscathed.

As the battle ends, the second man collapses from his wounds and the base of the sapling, now grown into a small tree. As he dies, blood pooling at the tree’s base, he summons a small monkey to his side. He entrusts the monkey with the tree with his last breath.

~~~~~~~

The monkey too, fights many foes- but lesser, in many ways, than those of the man before him.

Eventually, he greys- the passage of time evident too, by the growth of the tree.

One day, as he sits at the base of this now mighty oak, shadows gather from it’s base.

The shadow appeals to the old monkey, wishing to take up guardianship over the place that guards it from the sun’s rays.

But the monkey refuses, and in time, grants guardianship of the tree instead to a small toad.

The shadow mistrusts the toad, and keeps up it’s defense of the tree despite not being bidden to do so.

In anger, the toad banishes the shadow from his domain. But as the shadow slinks into the darkness, the dark figures begin to mount on the horizon.

The toad fights them, but is overtaken. The tree stands alone, mighty- but without a guardian for the first time.

Reminder that garaa is best boy and that we should save him
And if not garaa, sai
Since we might have shocked the gay away

>>2082145
Sai is among Worst Boi and Gaara is a threat to the nation and thus must die

>>2082141
Our purpose is affirmed. Konoha will not survive unless the ROOT is firmly entrenched.

>>2082141
time to fight shadow with shadow it seems

>>2082162
But we can turn garaa into a asset to the nation and use him as proof of the inhumane treatment the sand gives to its children
Not that anyone would care

>>2082162
>Gaara is a threat to the nation
Not if we seduce him to leave his village we still have our secret weapon kissu

>>2082141
Wait
Is it time for danzo for hokage?

I've been thinking about ROOT and Danzo as Hokage.
While i'd love him to be the kage it would oust ROOT as if he was made Hokage all other villages would know for sure ROOT would be back and thus hamper our progress.
I think we need a puppet kage

>>2082172
What you mean like we at root totally care about being "ends justify means" people ourselves

>>2082175
"never trust a traitor, even one you create"-a fucking smart schemer

>>2082178
Nope. The ROOT must be content with its place. To covet control over the whole tree would be folly. We simply must ensure that what we defend is kept safe.

>>2082178

Nah. Too militaristic.

>>2082162
Agree that Sai is shit. Gaara could be cool. Lee is shit. Itachi is cute. Neji is only good if we get his sister as well.

>>2082178
Nah Danzo has too much baggage with the village to be hokage, we need a puppet who either is too dumb to know about ROOT or doesn't care about it.

>>2082178
He'd never be accepted, he's a criminal. Even the clan leaders that were on his good side wouldn't support him, and the Uchiha would go full apeshit on the spot, rightfully so.

>>2082193

That person is Tsunade.

>>2082141
>You see a lone man, kneeling as he plants the tiny seedling.

Huh.

No mention of Madara who helped him plant that seed...

Is that the one yes or no question that had a different answer which spawned this setting?

Madara didn't think Konoha was possible?

>>2082201
Kind of figured, but she is pretty against ROOT so if she finds out it could be very risky. Unless Nori and Nart don't fix her in their trip.

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~~~~~~~

The shadow once again gathers at the base of the tree- and finds the corpse of his old friend, the monkey.

As it mourns, several new figures appear:

One is a beautiful woman in funerary makeup.

One is a smaller toad with a single, bloodshot eye.

The last is a man wearing the armor of a Samurai, wielding a hiltless blade.

The shadow gathers itself once more to defend it’s home, declaring itself guardian of the tree.

These figures, however, dispute this claim.

As the four argue, the day turns to night, then day again.

As the sun rises, the tree has begun to wilt- for in that moment, you realise the truth:

The tree needs not water to thrive, but blood.

Approach Tsunade, whom if reluctant we can basically say "hey you wear the hat, we'll do the work" then hand her a new bottle and get to work

>>2082205

Wargle said she’d be open to it.

>>2082208

That’s way too smug and imposing.

>>2082201
Tsunade might be a drunk gambler, but she's not an idiot. She apparently has 5/5 Intelligence, stat-wise.
She'd also probably ask her sensei and Jiraiya about the whole ROOT thing, and they aren't likely to support it.

>>2082186
This, ROOT has it's place in the underground.
The leaf needs a leader who can stand in the light above.

But not someone who'd be adverse to the absolutely necessary black op groups like ROOT.

>>2082206
>woman in funerary makeup
Tsunade
>smaller toad with one bloodshot eye
Kakashi
>Man wearing Samurai Armor
... who is this, Tsuki's Dad?

>>2082231
>>2082229

Wait I’m dumb and blind, my bad.

Thought you said Jiraiya not Kakashi.

Alright, what do you guys think of Hiashi Hyuuga getting the hat?
>Head of one of the most important clans on the Leaf
>Traditionalist
>Calm, cool-headed behavior
>Not openly for or against ROOT, so no claims of him being Danzo's puppet
>Smart and strong, but not extremely smart or strong

>>2082248
I could definitely get behind Hiashi but I feel like I remember Wargle saying he was anti-ROOT

>>2082257
>>2082248

He is. Tsunade is the only one that’s acceptable for our needs.

Isn’t hated by the clans and is open to ROOT.

>>2082248
Hiashi may not want ROOT sniffing around the hyuuga activities
They have some dark shit hidden for sure
Dad is the most option for ROOT to grow, and would probably turn the leaf into a nation with US tier economic advantage

>>2082275

The clans wouldn’t accept a non-ninja leader in the position of Hokage.

>>2082275
No way would a non ninja ever be made a Hokage

>>2082248
I dunno, i feel like they might put their clan before the leaf.
Hyuuga in general seem like the sort to pull some bullshit and fuck everyone over, i don't like it.
You know what their internal politics are like, handing them ultimate power over the village seems like a bad idea.

The best option is probably a sannin, or otherwise maybe someone like Asuma or even Shikaku.

>>2082277
Thats the problem with him
He's probably popular after how much he helped during the attack but he's not traditionalist enough for the more powerful clans to get behind

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Did we ever grab one of Deidara's arms? I still really want to do pic related at some point down the line.

>>2082299
Pretty sure most people shot down stealing his arm.

>>2082299

Fuck off with that. It’d just unnecessarily cripple us.

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The tree turns to dust, blown away by the passing of time.

The harsh winds tear the land asunder, and soon the once lush field the tree called home is nothing but a wasteland.

But yet, not all has a perished-

A dark figure with eyes seeping blood reaches towards the moon, arms outstretched.

Around the figure’s neck, a pale snake hangs, it’s fangs bared.

At the figure’s feet, a new tree has sprouted- with bark black as pitch, and leaves the color of blood.


~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


You inhale sharply- and bright light nearly blinds you.

Trying to cover your eyes, you find your hands bound…!

You attempt to wrench yourself free-

And hit a cold, hard surface.

Vision clearing, you lay eyes upon your assailant- the floor.

“Uhm, Tsuki-hime? Are you alright?”

The voice is soft and feminine, tinged with concern.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvgn-aGirqw

Hinata?

Gathering yourself up from the floor- with blankets at your side, you note- you see Hinata’s pale irises staring back at you. A simple bed separates you, the walls of the room a stark white and unadorned.

You react with:


1. Suspicion. Where are you?


2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time.

>>2082314
2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time.

>>2082299
WE DO HAVE HIS ARM

>>2082314
>2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time.

>>2082314
>1. Suspicion. Where are you?

>>2082314
>1. Suspicion. Where are you?
Trust is a commodity, and should not be given freely.

>>2082323
It would screw up some of Tsuki's special bloodlone potential and that's more impressive than his shit.

>>2082314
2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time

>>2082314
2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time.
>Did i pass out?

>>2082314
2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time.

“I’m sorry for hitting you. Had a really bad dream.”

Also just finished the archive binge, great to have you back Wargle

>>2082314
>2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time.

>>2082314
>1. Suspicion. Where are you?
Hold the phone what happened?

>>2082314
>2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time.
It's been far too long

>>2082314
2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time.

>>2082314
>2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time.

>>2082314
>1. Suspicion. Where are you?
Why are we bound?

>>2082314
>2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time.

>>2082314
>2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time.

>>2082340
1) It wont screw up the blood line but will take time to master before we are laying literal thermo/clean breech charges
2) What is this "Other impressive Shit"?
3) we'd had taken something from almost everyone. The Clouds Blood, the Mists sword, the Earths Mouth/Arm. Be like papa Danzo and take their stuff and make it your own

>>2082314
>1. Suspicion. Where are you?

>>2082375

I’d rather not needlessly cripple ourselves.

Just put it in formaldehyde and stick it up on a mantle.

>>2082314
>1. Suspicion. Where are you?

>>2082314
>2. Relief. It’s good to see her after all this time.

>>2082314
1. Suspicion. Where are you?

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Time for besties.

Writing.

We probably missed the leaf politics last night
Wonder who the new kage is, i expect some from out a left field

>>2082396
Perfect

>>2082375
Won't be of proportion either, I'm sure Deidara's arm is a lot longer than ours and would throw us off. We're already developing powerful techniques, there's literally no reason to cripple our self so we can have a couple more weapons in our arsenal that we'd only use situationally anyway.

If we implant his arm, we're only going to fall behind. Give it up anon

>>2082205
Wrgle said ages ago she's the most moderate candidate

>>2082434
She's also the one who makes the most sense to become hokage
And would be a great role model for team princess

>>2082448
Tsuki has enough role models as it is.

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Peeking over the bedside, you beckon Hinata over.

She smirks, mimicking your posture across the bed.


“Hinata. As happy as I am to see you right now- where are we?”

You squint.

“Also, don’t mock me- this is serious.” you pout.

She blushes, quickly getting to her feet and offering you a helping hand.


“Well- we weren’t really sure what happened. There were reports of loud noises coming from your room; when we investigated, we found the entire place in disarray! You were soaked in sweat, your bad arm was free and looked to be broken again, and we were unable to rouse you.” She explains.

“So, in short, Tsuki-hime; you’re in the hospital. Again.” She finishes, giving a light shrug after helping you to your feet.

Hospital? But what about the rabbits? How did you manage to get home?

Hinata’s blush deepens slightly- and you realize you’re still holding her hand. You think about pulling it back, only to realize that you should be in agonizing pain. Eventually you let her hand drop, holding up your arm in amazement.


“Hinata, I have quite a few questions...” You murmur, staring at your arm.

Shinobi Medi-nin were able to work miracles, but nothing like this. You stretch out your fingers, then make a fist.

No pain at all.

“Ah- I figured you might. I- well, Father, does as well. But that can wait until you’re feeling better. No need to rush your recovery!” She says, giving a slight smile.

Hiashi Hyuuga… You hadn’t given it much thought before, but maybe performing such a technique under his roof wasn’t the best idea. Either way, that bridge had already been crossed.

“Hinata, I-” You say, words catching in your throat.

~~~~~~~~~~

Where do you even want to begin?

1. How was I healed?

2. How long have I been here?

3. What does your father want to know?

4. I’m just happy to see you, Hinata.

>>2082457
>2. How long have I been here?

>>2082457
>2. How long have I been here?

>>2082457
1. How was I healed?

Tsunade's back!

>>2082457
1
3
4

Can’t quote well while phoneposting. Power went out.

>>2082457
>Why am I bound here?

>>2082457
>2. How long have I been here?
>3. What does your father want to know?

>5 Custom
Does Danzo know i'm here at the moment if i've been here awhile

>>2082457
>2. How long have I been here?

>>2082457
2. How long have I been here?

>>2082457
>4.

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>>2082471
Sorry if this was unclear. Tsuki isn't actually bound- she just thought she was.

Covers are a fickle mistress.

>>2081819
Go back!
Leave!

>>2082457
>2. How long have I been here?

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>>2082495
Hmhmhm.

Enjoying my absence, were you?

Sadly I cannot go back to where I was before.

Guess you're you're stuck with me. How horrible for you!

9 months you say? Surely it couldn't have been that long!

I kid.

Writing.

>>2082457
1. How was I healed?
4. I’m just happy to see you, Hinata.

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“Hinata, how long have I been here? Surely the medi-nin couldn’t have completely healed me this soon!” You ask, concerned. Normally healing like this would take weeks even with Konoha’s skilled medical teams.

“W-well, it definitely is a bit of a unique circumstance, Tsuki-hime. It’s been about a-” She starts to explain, before being interrupted by the door opening rather suddenly, with surprising force.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjoJgMP_wqQ

In the doorway, a rather well-endowed woman stands, dressed rather unlike any medi-nin you’ve ever seen. Her simple haori and blouse contrast her looks- fair of skin and blonde of hair, she’s easily one of the most beautiful women you’ve ever seen; or would be, if her features weren’t twisted up in anger.
“Eight days, Tsuki Norihime- at least, that’s what the reports they shoved in my hands say. Tell me, were you trying to get yourself killed? Concussion, a broken arm that mere weeks ago was nearly powder- and severe chakra depletion on top of it!” She wields the folder in hand like a weapon; Hinata has already visibly shrank in the presence of this woman.


“If you were any true patient of mine, I’d have you locked away and bound to the bed until you could recover naturally-”

Her fuming rant is interrupted by another women with short, dark hair poking in behind her.


“Ah- but we wouldn’t have received Yoru-san’s rather generous offer to clear your gambling debts, Tsunade-sama.” She gently chides.

“Feh. It’s not like I needed his cash…. Besides, you were more than capable of dealing with her, Shizune. This was simply a side-job compared to what Jiraiya and the two brats begged me to come back far.”

“Eheheh… speaking of which, Tsunade-sama; you should probably return to Kushina-chan’s room. She is well beyond my ability to assist. I can take care of finishing up with this patient.”

“Fine.” She hands the folder over to the new woman, Shizune. “Make sure Yoru’s little princess doesn’t hurt herself anymore. I don’t want to stay here any longer than necessary.”


With that, the woman marches out of the room in a huff.

Wait- did she say Tsunade-sama?

>>2082614
"Tsunade-sama! Does that mean you can save kushina after all?!"

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>>2082614
>Tsunade
AND YOU KNOW WHAT THAT MEANS
TIME FOR BESTGOIL.

>>2082659
Too unloved especially when she's such a qt

>>2082614
Fuck I love Tsunade and Shizune

can we train under her? Maybe learn some ridiculous strength!

>>2082698

Strength is not our forte. We're ninjutsu and speed.

It only makes sense, Tsuki trains with biggest tsukis. First anko, now Tsunade.

>>2082698
Nah
Tsunade won't fit with our focus on being a wizard
The best thing we can learn is her chakra seal thingy

>>2082704
didn't Hinata train under anko more?

Holy crap Hinata with Tsunade powers

>>2082708
Now this needs to happen

>>2082706
that would be pretty useful..

>>2082698
Tsunade don't fit our fighting style.
We focus too much of offensive Nin to give Medical Nin the time it needs to be useful.
We have enough teachers already, let old girl teach someone that actually needs it.

>>2082708
Make it so

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“Please excuse Tsunade-sama; she doesn’t like to be interrupted during her work. However, your father was quite insistent- and made an offer she was rather reluctant to refuse. That aside, she does have a point. You were under orders to rest and recover; instead the Hyuuga brought you here comatose and nearly depleted of all your chakra.”

By this point, her tone has adopted a harsher tone, as if she was correcting a small child.


“The Konoha medi-nin were already near exhausted from watching Naruto and Nori’s mother around the clock. When we arrived in town, Yoru-san nearly beat down the door, demanding to see Tsunade-sama; had they not spent some time together many years ago, she likely would’ve knocked him out cold… though he did come with cash in-hand.”

“Anyway- what I’m saying is you’re a lucky girl. You shouldn’t be so eager to put yourself through… whatever it was you were trying to do so soon after being injured. Tsunade-sama won’t always be here to save you.” She finishes, tapping a pencil on her folder.


You frown. You don’t like being talked down to like this- but there are obviously more important things to worry about. Another of the Sannin has returned to Konoha- and that would be big news, even without Konoha’s current flood of issues. Hopefully Father didn’t have to spend too much to clear that woman’s debts- though, if she’s really that bad with money, that can probably be exploited.

Are you really thinking about blackmailing or bribing one of the Sannin? You shake your head.


Then again… the old Toad Sage hadn’t left the best of impressions, either. And the less said of Orochimaru the better.

It would only make sense for the last of the three to have her own issues.


With Tsunade’s absence, Hinata has seemingly reappeared from wherever she was hiding, though she still seems a bit on edge.


You…


1. Inquire about Tsunade and her intentions in Konoha

2. Blow off Shizune and her preaching. Neither of them know what Konoha’s been through lately.

3. Ask to speak with your Father.

4. Attempt to see Kushina.

>>2082733
3. Ask to speak with your Father.

I figured out how to power his ship! I have no idea how to fit this into the story right now, but i totally want to see him as soon as possible, so i have to pick the option to see him whenever and wherever possible.

>>2082733
>3. Ask to speak with your Father.

>>2082733
>2. Blow off Shizune and her preaching. Neither of them know what Konoha’s been through lately.

Tsunade RAN from Konoha instead of staying for the village and Shizune went with her.

>>2082733
>1. Inquire about Tsunade and her intentions in Konoha

>>2082733
>1. Inquire about Tsunade and her intentions in Konoha
>3. Ask to speak with your Father.

>>2082733
>3. Ask to speak with your Father.

"Thanks Dad"

>>2082733
>1. Inquire about Tsunade and her intentions in Konoha

3. Ask to speak with your Father.

>>2082733
>1. Inquire about Tsunade and her intentions in Konoha
>3. Ask to speak with your Father.

>>2082733
>2. Blow off Shizune and her preaching. Neither of them know what Konoha’s been through lately.

>>2082733
>2. Blow off Shizune and her preaching. Neither of them know what Konoha’s been through lately.

>>2082733
3. Ask to speak with your Father.
>>2082752
I also do agree that some passive resentment towards Tsunade is in line with Tsuki's character.
Nothing outright though, we are smart enough to know yelling at the woman would just lead to problems.

>>2082733
>3. Ask to speak with your Father.

>>2082733
>3. Ask to speak with your Father.

>>2082733
>3. Ask to speak with your Father.

>>2082733
2. Blow off Shizune and her preaching. Neither of them know what Konoha’s been through lately.
3. Ask to speak with your Father.

>>2082733
>3. Ask to speak with your Father.
Nice ta see ya running again wargle

>>2082733
>2. Blow off Shizune and her preaching. Neither of them know what Konoha’s been through lately.
>
>3. Ask to speak with your Father.

>>2082784
I'm not saying we actually say that, just reminding, like, Tsuki is Most Loyal, a Sanin fucking off for years with her pet apprentice when Konoha could have needed her would probably not make Tsuki her biggest fan.

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>>2082798
Glad to be here, Sleepy.

>>2082804
Eh, it was less dismissive and more scolding out of concern. As doctors are want to do, and our dad didn't really help

>>2082811
any idea how much longer ya plan to be running for?

>>2082811
We fucking missed you, boss

Yes. I had just caught up with the archives when you died. Glad to have this back.

>>2081993
>7. Eventually there will be a timeskip. It's unavoidable, and I'd have to write for literal years to cover a blank space of time spanning nearly 2-3 years. I appreciate the feedback all the same!
I agree with >>2082013. Have a thread or two to fastforward instead of completely skipping over 2-3 yrs.

>>2082614
>you should probably return to Kushina-chan’s room
Shizune is Kakashi's age range. She's much younger than Kushina.

>>2082733
>2. Blow off Shizune and her preaching. Neither of them know what Konoha’s been through lately.
>3. Ask to speak with your Father.

>>2082804
And I was saying I agree with you on that.
There is no reason why Tsuki should like Tsunade.
It's not like we owe her for healing us, she was just doing her job. Hell, even coming back to heal Kushina is her dudy as a Ninja of the village.

>>2082733

>3. Ask to speak with your Father.

>>2082804
It's not like anyone expected a random and catastrophic attack mate, Also the village was way better off than in canon with the 4th still alive and in peak form.

You gotta give people opportunities beyond their first appearance to make opinions about them, first impressions are generally not reliable. Of course Tsuki is a child still and that wisdom isn't inherent

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>>2082818
Several hours, as like. I'll likely resume tomorrow to finish off the thread.

>>2082833
I won't skip it entirely, sorry if that's how I made it sound. You guys will get to choose what she does and how it unfolds, more or less.

>>2082827
Glad to be back! I'm humbled by the response so far.

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Tsuki wants to see her daddy.

Writing.

>>2082866
Your writing is pretty legendary in the questing community, plus too often writers just disappear. Good to see you back at it Wargle.

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>>2082893

>>2082893
who wouldn't wanna see daddy moarbucks, lbsh

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You let Shizune’s admonishment pass. Better that they think it was a training accident than find out what it really was.

“I understand. Is my Father here? I’d like to speak with him- he left on business shortly after we fought off the enemy.”

You maintain eye contact with Shizune. Her expression grows complex, but she doesn’t rise to your prodding.


“Very well, Tsuki-san. Yoru-san has been waiting most impatiently since he visited Tsunade-sama. I’ll let him know you’re awake.”

You give the woman a sweet smile as she leaves.


“Y-you needn’t be so cold, Tsuki-hime. Those two did come to save Nori’s mother, after all- and they aren’t asking for any payment, either.” Hinata pipes up after Shizune leaves.

“They’re of Konoha, Sannin or not. Saving Kushina-san after everything that’s happened- it’s the least they can do.” You state matter-of-factly, eyes not leaving the door Shizune left through.

“Y-yes, but-”


“TSUKI, MY DEAR DAUGHTER- FATHER IS HERE!” You hear your father yelling from further down the hall.


You take a deep breath, and meet him with a smile.


The door crashes open- and Yoru Norihime appears, full of energy and fatherly affection.

At least, that’s what he projects. Beneath his eyes you see telltale signs he hasn’t slept, and his normally well-kept goatee is starting to become scraggly.

Still, he’s dressed like he came straight from the Daimyo’s residence- and is still sporting that goofy cane.


His overzealous display manages to draw some giggles from you and Hinata both- you suspect that was the desired effect, as he beams.


“My precious daughter- I trust Tsunade’s work is as flawless as expected?” He asks, all smiles.

In response, you walk over and give him a hug, which he eagerly returns.


“I feel great. I only hope she can work the same miracle for Kushina-san.” You say, hugging him tightly.

“Tsunade is the best there is, no question. She’s well worth whatever cost she asks for. I’m just happy you aren’t hurt. The reports painted a grim picture-”

“I’m fine! Really. I’m sure they were simply exaggerating.” You say, attempting to quell his concerns.

“Still- you had me worried. Danzo as well, though he’d never show it. Honestly, he’s taken to all the tasks around town like a man half his age. I’d never expect less of him, though.” He says, scratching his scruffy goatee.

>>2083036
Fuck, i feel terrible for worrying him so badly.

>>2082917
Jesus christ, I forgot how manly her dad was.

>>2083051
Yoru's 11 man, never forget

>>2083051
Oh all the smiles in this quest, His and Dadzo's are the most important and in that order. We must burn the world to ashes if it means dad will be able to compete his dream of flight on that design he had

>>2083056

Can you protect a smile even if it's fake?

I have an idea for how to cheer him up, and maybe get him to forget his worries.
The fuel seal idea, just drop the final piece of the puzzle that is his life's work into his lap.

>"Hey dad, remember your airship? I have an idea..."

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“Ah, forgive me, Hinata-chan! How have you been? You’ve been most vigilant in keeping an eye on Tsuki all this time!” Your father says, turning his energy towards Hinata.
“Ah- I’m fine, Norihime-san! Thanks for asking.” She says, not sure how to handle his enthusiasm.

“Please, Yoru is fine, Hinata-chan! After all, your father has been more than generous in housing us after the events at the manor. I intend to repay him most handsomely for that!” He announces.

“Y-yes, Yoru-san!” Hinata acquiesces.


“Speaking of which, I’ll need to see him soon. I bring news from the Capital- the Daimyo has called for the selection of a new Hokage; and he isn’t a man you keep waiting. Thankfully, I believe Danzo has done most of the heavy lifting for me.”

In his flurry of activity, you notice he isn't leaning on his cane- and you deftly swipe it from him.

"Father, really- what is with this tacky thing? It's obvious you don't need it." You tease.

He feigns shock, then holds his hands up like a criminal caught red-handed.


"Ah, you caught me! I confess, Tsunade was kind enough to fix me up when we met. However, I am loathe to part with it- I think it really ads to my ensemble." He laughs.

"Besides, some people can't help but underestimate someone if they appear injured or handicapped in some way." He says, giving you a wink.

You smirk, then quickly change the subject.

"So, you know one of the Sannin, father?" You prod.


Picking up on the subtext of your topic change, he plays along.

"Ah yes- Tsunade is.... an acquaintance, you could say. We had a few misadventures together when I was a young man." He explains.

"Misadventures, eh?" You scold, poking him in the chest with a single finger. "With a beauty like that?"


He gives you a wild grin.

"Tsunade is most definitely not my type, Tsuki dear. Besides, I'd likely be as broke as she is if we stuck together. Besides, your mother knew her as well."

That was new information.

"Hmm. Maybe I should have you tell me some tales of your "misadventures". Sounds like it would be... educational." You quip.


"Eh- maybe not now. We wouldn't want to worry Hinata-chan with such tales!" He deflects.

"*That* is possibly the worst excuse you've ever given me, Father." You admit.

You hug him again.

"I missed you."

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>>2082914
I don't know about all that, but still, I'm happy to be here. Hopefully once I finish shaking off the rust, we can get going in earnest!

>>2083089
I dunno, i consider you to be "one of the good ones"
Right up there with Som, Gobble, King, and all the other notable QMs.

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>>2083099
>Right up there with Som,
>Som

>>2083101
I didn't say som was good, not that he's exactly TRULY terrible, but you can't deny that he's notable and keeps an audience nontheless.

dragonball quest was better before it got into DBZ

>>2083105
>I didn't say som was good

You implied it.

>>2083108
Alright, alright, i'd be lying if i said i didn't enjoy the rollercoaster of suffering and occasional retarded QM choices at least a little bit.

>>2083089
I think you're as good as Languid, with the added benefit of not running off to akun after your break.

>>2083099
>Comparing Wargle to Som
You are cancer and need to go away forever.

But seriously Som is fucking garbage and you should feel bad.

>>2083111
Languid straight up poofed after second session.


>>2083089
Glad you and Mini came back.

>>2083116
Wargle's not like Som at all!
They're both just notable QMs that i enjoy!

>>2083089
I mean I consider you up their with Wong so that's pretty good.

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“And I, you, dear daughter. Are you well enough to leave with me? Your presence would be appreciated as I meet with Danzo- and I suspect we all have much to discuss. Maru should have fetched him by now.” He questions.

“Unless you’d rather stay with Hinata-chan until this evening’s dinner. I won’t force any dull talk upon you if you don’t wish it.” He finishes, giving you a knowing smile.


You…

1. Go with him to meet with Danzo.

2. Stay with Hinata. (Possibly attempt to see Kushina)

>>2083131
>2. Stay with Hinata. (Possibly attempt to see Kushina)

>>2083131
>1. Go with him to meet with Danzo.

>>2083131
>1. Go with him to meet with Danzo.
Don't want to keep poor danzo worried either.

>>2083131
3. Ask if we could see Kushina if she well enough for visitors first.

>>2083131
>2. Stay with Hinata. (Possibly attempt to see Kushina)

>>2083131
>1. Go with him to meet with Danzo.
Business before pleasure

>>2083131
>1. Go with him to meet with Danzo.

>>2083131
>1. Go with him to meet with Danzo.

Seconding
>>2083140

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>>2083111
I'd be lying if I said I didn't consider Akun. I was unsure if everyone was still poking around /qst/. Glad to see most folks are.

I don't personally believe Shinobi Quest would do well on Akun, but that's just my opinion. Also, I don't particularly like the interface.

>>2083131
>2. Stay with Hinata. (Possibly attempt to see Kushina)

>>2083131
>1. Go with him to meet with Danzo.
Time for Second Best Dad

>>2083131
>2. Stay with Hinata. (Possibly attempt to see Kushina)

>>2083131
>2. Stay with Hinata. (Possibly attempt to see Kushina)

>>2083146
TRUE STORY
Next one got guys in it.

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>>2083146
>>2083161

>>2083146
Surprisingly the only thing that /qst has changed, as far as I can see, is completely blatant samefagging

We still have people doing the same old shitposting

>>2083163
the samefagging is still pretty obvious with all of the sudden 1 post by this id crap

Time for quality time with dad(s)~

Writing.

>>2083165
Yeah true. But then again, this is only the second post by this id personally, so there you go.

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>>2083163
That was an issue from the beginning, and people still screamed about it on /tg/

Just part of the territory.

>>2083162
Cute!

>>2083161
I think my opinions on haremshit is pretty well known. Besides, I couldn't write proper lewds to save my life.

>>2083176
Saved, and added to the glorious pile.

>>2083131
>1. Go with him to meet with Danzo.

>>2083131
>1
Second dad

>>2083146
Honestly I dont think akun would be good for the fact that this quest isnt smut oriented. And SB and SV you need spreadsheets n shite before anyone will so much as glance at the writing.

I think /qst/ is the best option out of the lot.

>>2083192
Also akun has a trash interface.

>>2083198
I like the chat a lot more desu, but the site is buggy as fuck

>>2083199
I gave it a peek once and was totally lost on how to interact with it.

>>2083101
I don't know who Som is and I thought everyone was just misspelling Soma.
>we're never getting Soma back

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>>2083208

>>2083208
Is there more to that? Are you the lewd anon from the Hero Quest?

>>2083234
He's been drawfag-kun since before hero quest was a thing.

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>>2083248
Oh hey, i still have most of my tsukis.

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“I shouldn’t worry Danzo anymore than I already have. Maru too. I’ll happily tag along.” You answer.

“Besides-” you turn to Hinata. “Surely she’s seen enough of this face for today, at least.”

You wink.

Color fills her face- but she does manage to respond.

“D-don’t tease me, Tsuki! I was worried too!” She pouts.

“Oho, no -hime? Did I go too far this time? Ohohohohoho~” you tease smugly.


Her face goes a deeper scarlet, but Father comes to her rescue.

“Hinata-chan, please tell your father that we will be by this evening for dinner. While I’m sure he expects us, certain formalities must be upheld.” He says with a kind smile.

“O-of course! We’ll be happy to have you, Norihime-san!” She bows.

Father gives an exaggerated sigh.

“Yoru works just fine, Hinata-chan, as I said. Spend any more time around Tsuki, and hopefully she’ll get you the rest of the way out of that shell of yours.” He teases.

~~~~~~

On your way out of the Hospital, you ask Father about Kushina’s status, and if you should visit her or go thank Tsunade properly.

“I wouldn’t worry about it for now. Tsunade doesn’t like to be interrupted while she’s working, anyway. She’ll come by later on to make good on our deal, so you can thank her then. While I’m not clear on the details of Kushina-san’s injuries, if there was anyone who can save her, it’s Tsunade. While her demeanor may leave a bit to be desired, she truly is the best Medical-Nin in the entire world.” he explains.

“You have quite the high opinion of her.” You assess.

“I do. I’ve seen her work firsthand many times. I wish I could’ve convinced her to stay in Konoha during our time together- but it’s best not to dwell on past mistakes. Not when we have such potential for new ones on the horizon!” He gives you a sly wink.

And so, off the two of you go- to the ruins of the Norihime manor.

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>>2083208
Back to the shadow, fiend! Your lewd images shall come no further!

>>2083269
shush, you

>>2083280
no shush you

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Or, you should say “what once was the ruins of Norihime Manor”.


Instead of the pile of rubble that you’d come to accept as what was left of your home, you see a great crowd of workers, and most of the rubble cleared away.

“They certainly are working quickly!” You observe as the two of you walk through the once lush Norihime grounds.

“Not as fast as I’d like, but they are but human. The manor will rise again- stronger and more magnificent, like a phoenix!” He says, outstretching his arms.

His cane falls to the earth below.


You quickly retrieve it and prod him in the side.

“You play the cripple poorly, Father.” you chide.

“I never was the best actor. The facade will stay as long as I need it to, though.” he muses.

“Which is?” You question.

“At least until there is a new Hokage. Though I might just hang onto it afterwards-” He makes a small show out outstretching his hand for his cane, which you provide. He begins to twirl it in response.

“I think it makes me look dapper. Maru agrees.” He says in a singsong voice.


You give him a flat look.

“She’d agree with you no matter what you said.”

“Please. The woman is as much my caretaker as yours. She’d never lead me astray.” He laughs.


“I am lodging my formal difference of opinion.” You state drably.

“Noted. I’ll bring it up at the next investors meeting. Or you can, if you’d prefer.” He teases. “They’ll need to meet you eventually anyway.”

“I’ll hold you to that. Where are we to meet Danzo and Maru?”


“Below.” He explains. “Danzo has been hard at work since your little meeting with the Queen Beetle.”

“I found Kogoto-san a pleasant conversationalist, myself.” You quip.


He coughs, then looks at you like you just told him you’d been to the moon.

“You may just surpass me after all. That woman is cold as iron.”

Maybe you just weren’t speaking her language, father?

You smile as the two of you enter the vault and head downwards to the ROOT facility.

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He wasn’t exaggerating.

As both of you exit the stairwell into what was once the “back entrance” of the ROOT facility, the flurry of activity surprises you. Norihime branded crates line the walls, and Aburame clansmen are hard at work unpacking enough weaponry to man a small army.

“Is all this really necessary? There are far more weapons than people down here.” You wonder aloud.

“It is.” Father says with conviction. “I don’t intend to let the light of Konoha be extinguished- at least, if I have anything to say about it. Those Akatsuki- and the nations that aid them- will never again be able to set foot here without fighting for every inch they take in blood.”

“Is the outlook truly that grim?” You ask, somewhat concerned.

“We never really know when they could strike again, even as good as our intel is. Some other nations have already publically backed out of agreements, given Konoha’s current position. We’ll just need to show them how strong Konoha can be.”

Strong talk- and he sounds similar to both Danzo and Kogoto, in a way. You wonder if the old Shinobi had more of an effect on Father than he’d actually admit.

“Come, they’ll be waiting past this lot.” He says, striding confidently past the Aburame shinobi.

You follow closely behind.

Ahead, the faint smell of tea greets you.

(Sorry for all the narrative. Choices upcoming)

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Walking past a large vault door, you spy Danzo Shimura and Maru, your family’s faithful head maid.

Both rise as you enter, and you hear father hit the ignition for the vault door. After a few moments of the metal screeching, they greet you in earnest.


“Tsuki-dono! I’m relieved to see you well.” Maru says, bowing deeply.


“Indeed, Tsuki. The Hyuuga messengers had us believing you were on death’s very door. One less burden to carry, however, to see you well.” He says with a soft expression. There is a bit of disapproval in his voice, but only a hint. What did those messengers tell everyone?


Looking around the room, it doesn’t seem to sport any obvious vulnerabilities.


“We may need a more private place to speak our treasons.” You joke lightly. “However, I am very sorry to have worried all of you. I assure you it was nowhere near as dire as you were told. As you can see, I am hale and healthy. For now, I’m content to listen in."


“This room is mostly soundproofed, within reason. If you intend to hide anything from those Aburame shinobi, though, I wouldn’t bother. Those bugs of theirs will fit through the tiniest vulnerability. It’s best to assume they are always listening unless you are completely sure they aren’t. That’s simply the price of working with Kogoto.” Danzo explains nonchalantly.


“I’d be lying if I said that surprised me. Is this tea for us?” You ask politely, knowing the answer. There are four cups, after all.


“Indeed! I’ll pour you some now.” Maru replies sweetly.

As she does so, you and father take your seats across from her and Danzo.


As is custom, you wait patiently, then each take a sip. Hot green tea, with floral notes. Bitter enough to cause your nose to scrunch, despite your best efforts.

“Wonderful, as always, Maru.” Father says, and you nod in agreement- even if you still prefer the sweet stuff.

“Anyway, on to business.” Father announces, setting down his cup.


“As you both already know, and Tsuki knows now, the Daimyo has made the announcement of the selection process for the next Hokage- seeing as Minato had no obvious successor, and his whereabouts are still unknown.”

When this elicits no further comments, he continues.


“As such, all efforts must proceed to ensure Konoha’s next Hokage is at least friendly, if not aligned directly, with Norihime efforts. This includes, of course, your renewed interest in Konoha’s protection.” He says, indicating both you and Danzo.

“Therefore, we need make our selection clear- and influence the clan leaders accordingly by the time the conference is held. Before we continue, Tsuki- is there anything you’d like for us to go over or clarify? You have been somewhat out of the loop.” he says, his small smile more telling than his words.

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You…

1. Have no questions. Let the meeting continue.

2. Would like them to explain the selection process.

3. Are curious about possible Candidates.

4. Are curious of the Fire Daimyo’s role and opinions.

5. Are curious of something else (Write-in)

>>2083440
>3. Are curious about possible Candidates.

>>2083440
>3. Are curious about possible Candidates.

>>2083440
>3.

>>2083440
>3. Are curious about possible Candidates.
>4. Are curious of the Fire Daimyo’s role and opinions.

>>2083440
>3. Are curious about possible Candidates.

Best to get info on who's palms we should be greasing