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Rules

INTRO

     Hello, and welcome to the Rules page! Here you’ll find guidelines on what I do and do not accept regarding RP, Asks, and other uses of this blog! Please take time to read them, as there is important information listed below!

     Please note that these rules are for my personal comfort, and are not a personal slight against anyone. That being said, anyone attempting to bend or break these rules will get a warning, and then an unfollow if it persists. Anyone making a fuss after that will be blocked! We’re here to have fun - if my blog won’t get you what you want, there’s a whole slew of other blogs to choose from!

     That being said, let’s get into it!

A FEW THINGS ABOUT MUN

     Mun has mental disorders that can make me slow, have difficulties with communication, etc. Rushing or pressuring me will get you softblocked. Please be patient.

     Please call me Sylvie or Sylv. Pronouns are they/them or she/her. I am 27, and will not RP adult themes with those under 18, but can RP sfw themes with minors if they wish to do so.

     I don't mind duplicates of muses I write with.

     The only formatting I do is indenting/italics/bolds. I have icons, but they're not necessary. I'll use them by default, but will match my partner: if they don't use icons, I won't either.

     I reserve the right to change and update these rules as I see fit. Please be sure to check them when I announce changes.

MUSES

     By default, my muse is my OC, Ryū. Unless a mun specifies otherwise, any interactions will be had with her - asks, threads, etc. Any interactions meant for other muses must be clarified.

     Muse availability varies. Please check which muses are available for what on the Muses page. If a muse is an NPC, they are askbox and meme tag only. If a muse is a main, they are available for askbox, meme tag, quips, and full threads. This CAN change, as muses are fluid. Please check the use page before starting an interaction to check.

CONTENT / TAGS

     This blog may contain several triggering themes. These themes will be tagged when they are written, ie. “blood //”. You can see the Tags page for a full list of trigger tags for blacklisting. If you need anything else tagged, DO NOT HESITATE to tell me. Any and all smut will be beneath readmores and tagged nsfw. Themes used in excess, such as gore, will also be put under readmores.

     If you don’t use trigger tags or put smut under read mores, I will unfollow/not follow. Please tag incest and major/minor ships. If you write a lot of this content I'll likely unfollow. Please have ships tagged.

     Mun has sensitivities to nsfw content due to past experiences. This kind of content takes time for me to work up to - do not ask for smut off the bat. That will get you softblocked.

     Mun also has trouble with heavy gore/torture/etc. themes. If they come up in a thread, I will likely drop the thread for my comfort, or timeskip. Ignoring this and pressuring me for these themes will get you softblocked.

     I also tend to unfollow/not follow RP blogs that do not trim posts (to an extent), or post large amounts of content not related to their muse or fandom. It clogs my dash and I'd rather avoid it.

FOLLOWING/FOLLOWERS

     This blog is both selective, and private, due to recent/past experiences. In short, this means I will interact IC with mutual blogs only. IC things like threads, quips, etc. are mutuals only. Labor-intensive ooc asks - things like drawings, drabbles, aesthetics, or icons - are for mutuals only, as are IMs (which are ooc only). Non-mutuals can ask questions ooc. IC asks are preferred from mutuals - due to past experiences, I may reject some non-mutual IC asks. I reserve the right to reject any ask for any reason.

     In regards to what I'll follow, I tend to stick only to Naruto-based blogs, or blogs with Naruto verses. I am familiar with very few other fandoms to the point of feeling comfortable writing them. Feel free to ask ooc if I know your fandom to check first if you'd like. I also do my best to limit my dash to keep from being overwhelmed.

     I do not initiate follows due to anxiety.

     Non-RP blogs, personal blogs, etc. are welcome to follow. I just ask you follow all the rules here in regards to what can be reblogged / asked / etc. Blogs that are porn blogs, business blogs (trying to sell something), or that look to be bots/spam will be blocked without question.

     In order for me to follow back, you must have an about page, rules page, and some in-character content for me to judge compatibility. If you lack any of these things, or I don't feel comfortable with what you write, I will not follow - I have to know what I'm getting into. People who spam-follow will be blocked. People who break my rules will be blocked. Do not beg me for a follow.

     Due to anxiety, I only follow those who follow me. If you unfollow, even if it's a Tumblr glitch, I will unfollow. People inactive 4+ months will be unfollowed / softblocked to keep my following list up to date.

     Please be aware that any blogs that regularly interact with the mun E.su (u.chihasavior, s.asukejusticewarrior) will not be followed / followed back, or written with. This is a personal preference due to that mun's content and behavior. You can continue following me if you'd like, but I prefer a degree of separation from that blog. I will not heckle you for it, and I'm not looking for trouble. I simply wish to keep my RP circle separate from hers as best I can, and this is your notice.

THREADS

     Threads from asks must be moved from the original ask - just @ me or IM me about a new thread.

     If a thread isn’t with your blog, please do not reblog it, as it can mess with notifications and trackers. Comments and likes are fine. If any threads need to be hiatused or dropped, that's fine.

     Matching length is not an issue. If it's a nsfw thread, please put your reply under a read more. If you're unable to format, I'll just cut your reply when I reblog it - I don't like having nsfw content out from under a cut, as I know minors follow me.

MEMES

     I do not apply reblog karma, and I have absolutely no issue with being a "meme source" to those who are otherwise interactive. All I ask is that a mutual follower at least interact in some way, or I will softblock as stated in the following/followers section.

OOC POSTS

     Please don't reblog them, unless you're replying to a question I asked within the post.

     Images, quotes, etc. can be reblogged. Just don't reblog my ooc posts, ic posts that do not involve you, headcanons, etc. If in doubt, please ask what can be reblogged.

GODMODDING

     Do not godmod. Small things, like assuming small answers / actions for moving the plot along, are fine. But don’t control my character, and don’t repress my own actions. If I feel you're overstepping bounds, I will softblock you.

SHIPPING

     Shipping is done via chemistry ONLY. I do not pre-arrange ships, as the only way to know if my muses will consent is to have them build through interactions. Do not assume I ship any ship, canon or otherwise - do not initiate a ship without asking me first. Just because I ship something with one blog doesn't mean I'll ship it with another. Talk to me ooc about possible ships, and don't argue if I say I won't ship it.

     I also will not ship any adult muses with muses from Naruto's generation, or Naruto's generation with the next generation. In general, I do not ship anything one generation gap or more, but you are free to check about specific ships, as some can be hard to define.

     There will also be NO ADULT / MINOR SHIPS, and NO INCEST SHIPPING. Ship what you want on your own blog, but it won't happen here. Some of my muses are hard to ship with. If I tell you a ship won't happen with them (or any muse), don't push for it anyway. I will softblock you. If you write any ships that fall under those categories on a fairly regular basis, I will not follow.

ANON HATE

     I will not, under any circumstances, allow for hate. Any sent to me will be deleted without comment. I will not publish any asks that attempt to defame anyone or provoke drama. Don't try to use my inbox for your nonsense.

     If your blog has a lot of drama on it, regardless of topic, I will unfollow/not follow. I'm not here for discourse or arguing - I'm here to write and talk to friends.

CONCLUSION

     That's the gist of it. I realize these are bluntly-worded, but I have had far too many issues with my rules being broken, so I'm condensing them. They should be clear enough, so anyone who breaks them will get a warning, then a softblock, then a hard block. I understand things can be forgotten. Please refresh yourself on your partners' rules regularly to help avoid this.

     That being said, please don’t hesitate to ask questions if anything’s unclear. Just don’t try to circumvent any rules. I won’t make exceptions - these are in place because this is what makes me able to RP comfortably.

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Mun

     Heya, name's Sylvéra! Most people just call me Sylvie. I'm the mun behind the blog, and I thought I'd take a few moments to introduce myself!

     I'm a ball of queer, super shy, and riddled with health problems both physical and mental alike. Still, I try to be a good bean, and a positive member of the community! If you've ever got any questions, feel free to hit up our inbox! Promise neither of us bite - never be afraid to come say hi!

Basic Info

Name: Sylvéra (Sylv, Sylvie, Dash Mom)(they/them or she/her)

Birthday: October 10, 1991 (28)

Location: Pacific timezone

Hobbies: Writing, pixel art, baking, hiking, RPing (duh), and general internet shenanigans

Discord: SylveraDrake#6902

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Credits

    Hello, and welcome to the credits! Here you’ll find links to all media used on the blog not owned/created by Sylvie mun! (all links SHOULD open a new tab)

Blog main theme

Jello by Octomoosey

Page themes:

tags ii by enchantedthemes

Tags page 001 by royalepsds

Members by the49thname

psylla ~ about page 01 by aisrps

4AM by nemurou / kenshinuesugi

Pantone by ikilledtherpc

Page Two - Brandi by nightynightflash

Lollipop by darthvcder

Blog background image:

muralswallpaper

Banner:

Manga caps from here and here

Background art:

Amber

If any creators of media on this blog wish for their media to be removed, they need only message me, and it will be done immediately! I take no credit for anything on the blog save my for my own art and writing. Everything else, of course, belongs to their creators!

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About

    Hello, and welcome to the About page! Here I thought I’d expand a bit about what you’ll find on this blog!

    First thing’s first: this is an RP blog! Specifically one for an OC I’ve developed for the Naruto / Naruto Shippuden fandom: Suigin Ryū. This blog has two previous iterations, which are archived, but I’ve been RPing here altogether since November 2015, and RPing in general since early 2012 - about seven years experience! And I’ve had a passion for writing and creating stories and characters since I was very young.

    This particular OC has been around in total for about…eleven years, but was majorly revamped when I started RPing. She’s been growing ever since, and I’ve put a great deal of thought and love into her. You can find more information about her on her bio page! There’s also various lore pages which cover a great deal of backstory and additional info about her character! You can reach that and more through the various tabs on the navigation page!

    There are technically other muses associated with my main muse. All are available for play, though Ryū remains my strongest and main muse, and tackles IC interactions by default unless otherwise specified.

    Anyway, I think that about does it for this page! If you haven’t already, PLEASE also visit the rules page. There’s a lot of important info there. It’s a bit long, but for a reason. And as always, if you have any questions, please just let me know!

    ~Sylvie mun

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Uchiha Tadashi

INFO

Full Name: Uchiha Tadashi Nickname: Tora Age: 0-18 (default) Date of Birth: May 1 Ethnicity: Native of Hi no Kuni Orientation: Demisexual / panromantic Gender: Demiboy AMAB Residence: Konoha Occupation: Shinobi (rank depends on age played) Kekkei Genkai: Sharingan, Mangekyō Sharingan Chakra Natures: Yin, Yang, Katon Blood Type: A- Location associations: Hi no Kuni; Konoha Team: Team Five

BIOGRAPHY

Conceived after the Fourth Shinobi War, Katsumi and her twin Tadashi were born into a world of newborn peace. Children of childhood friends Ryū and Shisui, they were part of a group of children called the golden generation: those first born after the end of war. With Sasuke revealing the truth of the Uchiha massacre, Itachi was pardoned, and the Uchiha clan’s story known. Even so, dissenters still made it known that the Uchiha were not safe.

The twins grew up in relatively-normal means. Shisui returned to his shinobi work, taking up a position first as a Hokage guard. Ryū shifted to part time, only taking major surgeries to raise her children. But around the time of their sister’s birth, a rift began to grow between the twins as their powers became more pronounced.

Jealous of her meek brother’s bloodline inheritance, Katsumi grew embittered, bullying him and antagonizing him all through their Academy years. The pair were placed together on a team alongside Higure under Hinata’s instruction. Things reached a boiling point during their chūnin exams, when the pair were rolled to fight in the final exam. The fight not only unlocked Tadashi’s Mangekyō at the feeling of the loss of their bond, but Katsumi nearly killed her brother before finally realizing the weight of her actions as he refused to hold back.

After the exams, the pair spent a good time apart – Ryū taking Katsumi to Kusunokizan with Reika, and Tadashi remaining at home with his father to train. With their time apart, each grew to accept themselves: Katsumi honing her talents for her own discretion, and Tadashi coming to terms that his power is nothing to be afraid of.

The pair became much closer after their return, reuniting to take their jōnin exams together. But when the time came to try to reach ANBU, Tadashi again hesitated, nearly missing them before deciding to join his sister and reach the final rank. Though no longer on a team together, the pair have made their peace.

PERSONALITY

Tadashi is a very reserved, polite individual, always using honorifics and a calm, quiet tone. He can lack confidence, not sure what path he wants to take in life. Though he has a distaste of violence like his parents, he’s highly skilled as a shinobi, causing a great amount of duality with him that emerges as an internal struggle. Even so, he has a highly-strategic mind and a very level head, making him a great team leader. Selfless and protective, he values life over the success of a mission, though he usually manages to maintain both. In his personal life, he’s much more laid-back and even submissive, letting his sisters walk all over him. He’s a very family-oriented boy, and has a very short tolerance for anyone saying anything negative about his family or clan, responding with a steely temper.

APPEARANCE

Tadashi inherited his mother’s white hair (including lashes and brows), and father’s dark eyes (including the Sharingan). His hair is straight as a blade, and sticks out in every direction. Some of it falls over his hitai-ate, and some is tucked under in the middle. As he gets older and it gets longer, he keeps it in a short ponytail. He has fair skin and a fairly lean build, standing at about 6'0” (1,83 m). Blood type is A. Birthday is May 1. Tadashi typically wears loose, sleeveless white tops and average dark pants. Closed-toe boots with metal plates over the toe and metal shin guards are his typical mission attire, wearing sandals when not on duty. Tadashi also wears full-length gloves, with metal forearm guards strapped over them. He has supply pouches on both legs, being ambidextrous. He also wields twin wakizashi.

TECHNIQUES

Tadashi inherited his father’s abilities, including the Sharingan Kekkei Genkai, as well as fire and yin chakra natures. His primary skills focus on swordplay, fire techniques and genjutsu. He has a fairly generous chakra pool, and almost unmatched speed and dexterity. He has two summoning contracts: one with a white tiger named Sakushi, and another with several magpies. The former is large enough to carry his weight, while the second are used primarily for communication and confusing his enemies.

ABILITIES

Sharingan

Kekkei genkai. Allows the user to see chakra (including its color), cast genjutsu, and copy ninjutsu and taijutsu through enhanced visual perception.

Mangekyō Sharingan

Kekkei genkai. Advanced form of the Sharingan.

Susanoo

Humanoid chakra avatar. Tadashi's is white, and has four arms, each wielding wakizashi as he does.

TRIVIA

Tadashi's name (忠) translates to 'loyal'.

The adopted theme for his character is Yūgure.

Tadashi’s hobbies include calligraphy, sparring with his family, and hiking. He also plays shamisen in his spare time.

Though he doesn’t wish to fight anyone, Tadashi wishes to face his sister Katsumi…again.

His favorite food is karaage. He dislikes cooked vegetables, but likes them raw.

He also has his mother’s fondness for sweets.

Tadashi, as of the end of the epilogue (age 20), has completed 47 D-Rank, 153 C-Rank, 98 B-Rank, 14 A-rank, and 3 S-Rank missions.

His favorite word is “patience”, 忍耐 (nintai)

JUTSU

Omoide O Yōkai

(Dissolve Memories)

Genjutsu developed specifically for erasing memories.

Tora No Dansu

(Tiger Dance)

His own unique swordplay form.

STATS

NINJUTSU      5/5

TAIJUTSU      3/5

GENJUTSU      4/5

INTELLIGENCE     4/5

STRENGTH     3/5

SPEED      5/5

STAMINA     2/5

SEALS      4/5

TOTAL     30/40

RANK: ANBU

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Uchiha Katsumi

INFO

Full Name: Uchiha Katsumi Nickname: Katsu, Kumo Age: 0-18 (default) Date of Birth: May 1 Ethnicity: Native of Hi no Kuni Orientation: Homoromantic / homosexual Gender: Genderqueer AFAB Residence: Konoha; Kusunokizan Occupation: Shinobi (rank depends on age played) Kekkei Genkai: White Hands of Healing, River of Vitality Chakra Natures: Yin; Yang; Yin/Yang Blood Type: B- Location associations: Hi no Kuni; Konoha; Kusunokizan Team: Team Four

BIOGRAPHY

Conceived after the Fourth Shinobi War, Katsumi and her twin Tadashi were born into a world of newborn peace. Children of childhood friends Ryū and Shisui, they were part of a group of children called the golden generation: those first born after the end of war. With Sasuke revealing the truth of the Uchiha massacre, Itachi was pardoned, and the Uchiha clan’s story known. Even so, dissenters still made it known that the Uchiha were not safe.

The twins grew up in relatively-normal means. Shisui returned to his shinobi work, taking up a position first as a Hokage guard. Ryū shifted to part time, only taking major surgeries to raise her children. But around the time of their sister’s birth, a rift began to grow between the twins as their powers became more pronounced.

Jealous of her meek brother’s bloodline inheritance, Katsumi grew embittered, bullying him and antagonizing him all through their Academy years. The pair were placed together on a team alongside Higure under Hinata’s instruction. Things reached a boiling point during their chūnin exams, when the pair were rolled to fight in the final exam. The fight not only unlocked Tadashi’s Mangekyō at the feeling of the loss of their bond, but Katsumi nearly killed her brother before finally realizing the weight of her actions as he refused to hold back.

After the exams, the pair spent a good time apart – Ryū taking Katsumi to Kusunokizan with Reika, and Tadashi remaining at home with his father to train. With their time apart, each grew to accept themselves: Katsumi honing her talents for her own discretion, and Tadashi coming to terms that his power is nothing to be afraid of.

The pair became much closer after their return, reuniting to take their jōnin exams together. But when the time came to try to reach ANBU, Tadashi again hesitated, nearly missing them before deciding to join his sister and reach the final rank. Though no longer on a team together, the pair have made their peace.

PERSONALITY

Brash and stubborn, Katsumi is the complete opposite of her meek and quiet brother. She has a fair amount of pride, and will challenge anyone who dares say anything against her. Having inherited her mother’s chakra type and abilities, she is embittered, feeling that she should have had the Sharingan to give her greater power rather than it be “wasted” on her meeker sibling. This causes a great amount of animosity from her toward him during their childhoods. Keen-minded and under-handed, she’s willing to do anything to get the upper hand on her opponent. Despite her mother’s teachings, she uses her barriers for offensive attacks, which is her primary means of offense. Her temper can often get her into trouble. Even so, she is ridiculously loyal, and will do anything for a loved one.

APPEARANCE

Katsumi’s appearance is split between her parents: she has Itachi’s dark hair, but her mother’s light grey eyes. The hair has a slight wave to it – as a child, Katsumi wears it long, but she cuts it and keeps it short after reaching chūnin rank. Only once she reaches ANBU rank does she let it grow back out again. Her skin is fair in tone, with a D chest size. Having a fairly big frame for a female, she trains vigorously and is fairly heavily-muscled once reaching adulthood. She stands at about 5'4.5” (1,66 m) tall at the peak of her growth. Her blood type is B, birthday May 1. Her outfits are usually greyscale, with tight tops and shorts, as well as mesh armor and gloves. Her boots are just over her knee, with shin guards, and she wears short gloves with metal plates over the back of her hands over mesh armor sleeves. On her back pockets are twin supply pouches with both medical supplies and weaponry.

TECHNIQUES

Katsumi inherited her mother’s abilities, much to her dismay. For a long time she neglected her healing abilities, focusing on her barriers and using them offensively despite her mother’s warnings. After the chūnin exams, however, she has a large change of heart, and begins training herself differently. Embracing her healing abilities, she also hones her talents with genjutsu and poisons. Though she’s slower than her brother, she’s got amazing stamina and a good amount of raw strength, excelling in hand-to-hand combat. She, like her brother, has two summoning contracts: one with a giant spider, Mibōjin, and her underlings, and another with a colony of moths. The former can be used to poison enemies (including instilling illusions with their venom), and trap them in webs. The latter is used for genjutsu as well, the powder from their wings able to reflect light and create illusions. They’re also used for communication, and even travel with the largest.

ABILITIES

Sage Mode

(Sennin Mōdo)

Sage mode taught to her by her teacher, Suigin. She has 2 years of training as of the beginning of the Shippuden seasons.

White Hands of Healing

(Iyashino Shiroi Te)

Kekkei genkai. Allows for faster, more efficient healing. Chakra can be guided through user’s own keirakukei to heal injuries directly. Has a calming effect, and can be used to sedate/calm patients.

River of Vitality

(Katsuryoku no Kawa)

Minor kekkei genkai. While in Sennin Mōdo, can passively gather Nature chakra, though at a slower rate than meditation.

TRIVIA

Katsumi's name (勝美) translates to 'victorious beauty'.

Her adopted theme is Cha no Kuni.

Hobbies include sparring, creating new poisons, and volunteering at the hospital in her time off. She also plays taiko drums.

Katsumi wants to fight her brother again.

Her favorite food is gyoza. She dislikes fried foods, and isn’t too big on sweets.

As of the end of the epilogue (age 20), Katsumi has completed 45 D-Rank, 162 C-Rank, 105 B-Rank, 19 A-Rank, and 3 S-rank missions.

Katsumi’s favorite word is “pride”, 誇り(hokori)

JUTSU

Wall of Defense

(Bōei no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that repels anything physical; not genjutsu or sound.

Wall of Incineration

(Shōkyaku no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that incinerates anything physical with highly-condensed chakra.

Wall of Mirrors

(Kagami no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that reflects light, and renders anything beneath it unseen.

Soul Retrieval

(Tamashī no Kaishū)

(Sennin jutsu)

User enters the void to retrieve a single soul.

Snare

(Shikake-sen)

(Sennin jutsu)

Makes nature-based chakra tripwires that can alert her to physical movement. Is affected by distance - the further she is from the set lines, the weaker the signal until it disappears completely.

STATS

NINJUTSU      3.5/5

TAIJUTSU      4/5

GENJUTSU      4/5

INTELLIGENCE     3/5

STRENGTH     4.5/5

SPEED      2/5

STAMINA     5/5

SEALS     3/5

TOTAL     29/40

RANK: ANBU

REGISTRATION: 013028

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Suigin Reiji

INFO

Full Name: Suigin Reiji Nickname: N/A Age: 6-14 (default) Date of Birth: September 21st Ethnicity: Native of Hi no Kuni Orientation: Biromantic / Bisexual Gender: Cisgender Male Residence: Konoha; Kusunokizan Occupation: Assistant in Konoha Hospital Kekkei Genkai: White Hands of Healing; River of Vitality; Sharingan Chakra Natures: Yin; Yang; Yin/Yang Blood Type: A- Location associations: Hi no Kuni; Konoha; Kusunokizan Team: N/A

BIOGRAPHY

Born several years after the end of the Fourth Shinobi War, Reiji is part of the golden generation, a member of the age group that includes the children of Naruto's class. Son of Ryū and Obito, he is the first boy born to the Suigin line.

Just like his mother, Reiji inherits nearly all facets of the Suigin bloodline, from appearance to kekkei genkai. He does his best to juggle the expectations of both his parents, studying hard to become a medic like his mother, but also training to use shinobi techniques like his father. Endeavoring to do both, however, leaves him often fatigued and burnt out. (Though not yet written, it's a possibility Reiji may, at some point, unlock the Sharingan. Otherwise, neither he nor his parents are aware he carries it)

Though a bit shy, Reiji took to his learning quickly, eager to follow in his parents' footsteps. With his diligent studying and friendly nature, he became a full-fledged part of the hospital staff at age fourteen, and also helped lead the way for a specialty school for those wanting to become medics, but not shinobi.

After passing his classes, Reiji was taken back to Kusunokizan for his advanced training, where he remained for four years. Upon his return, he took up a teaching position in the medic's academy, while also devoting time to helping out within the hospital proper.

For the most part, Reiji's only work is in the village, but he is occasionally sent out for missions involving aid work or ill/injured dignitaries from their allies.

PERSONALITY

When very young, Reiji was very shy and a little unsure of himself, tending to cling to his parents rather ardently. But as he was introduced to new people and began his training, he mellowed out considerably. By the time he was a typical genin's age, he was a very calm, laid-back kid with a good sense of humor like his dad (and also Obito's occasional rambunctiousness and easily-flustered nature).

APPEARANCE

A bit of a mix of his parents, Reiji possesses darker grey eyes than his mother. And all hair on his body - scalp, brows, lashes, and even body hair - is white, except for a fringe of black hair that forms a 'halo' around the outer edges of his hair: along the nape of his neck, and along his temples. He keeps his hair a bit on the shaggy side, taking to hiding behind his fringe. He's got a lithe, limber build, ending up a bit taller than average as he grows. He tends to wear mostly light grey or white clothing with black or purple accents: usually loose and casual.

TECHNIQUES

Focusing almost entirely on healing and defense like his mother, Reiji's skillset revolves mostly around the same techniques and methods. During his training in Kusunokizan, he too learns defensive-based jutsu and taijutsu: utilizing barriers, and also hand-to-hand that redirects his enemy's attacks while using little energy, and letting them burn out their own. When taken to get a summon, he deviated from getting an owl, and instead found a white fox named Suzume. His father, however, also does his best to teach him some of his family's own techniques, mostly those in the katon category. Though he excels in offensive jutsu, he ultimately ends up preferring those of his mother's bloodline, using his father's only when pressed to defend.

ABILITIES

Sage Mode

(Sennin Mōdo)

Sage mode taught to him by his line's teacher, Suigin. He stays in Kusunokizan to learn it for four years.

White Hands of Healing

(Iyashino Shiroi Te)

Kekkei genkai. Allows for faster, more efficient healing. Chakra can be guided through user’s own keirakukei to heal injuries directly. Has a calming effect, and can be used to sedate/calm patients.

River of Vitality

(Katsuryoku no Kawa)

Minor kekkei genkai. While in Sennin Mōdo, can passively gather Nature chakra, though at a slower rate than meditation.

Sharingan

Kekkei genkai. Allows the user to see chakra (including its color), cast genjutsu, and copy ninjutsu and taijutsu through enhanced visual perception.

TRIVIA

Reiji is named to somewhat match his maternal grandmother: Reiji (麗司, “lovely, rule”) from Reika (麗夏, “beautiful summer”).

His adopted theme is Gentle Hands.

Hobbies include meditation, playing the shakuhachi (flute), and painting with watercolors.

He has no desired fights, but if he had to, probably against his dad (as a spar, or course).

Reiji's favorite food are riceballs with nori. He dislikes spicy foods.

He only has a handful of aid missions: 5 C-Rank, 2 B-Rank, and one A-Rank he went on with his mother.

His favorite word is "diligence", 勉強 (benkyō)

JUTSU

Wall of Defense

(Bōei no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that repels anything physical; not genjutsu or sound.

Wall of Incineration

(Shōkyaku no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that incinerates anything physical with highly-condensed chakra.

Wall of Mirrors

(Kagami no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that reflects light, and renders anything beneath it unseen.

Snare

(Shikake-sen)

(Sennin jutsu)

Makes nature-based chakra tripwires that can alert her to physical movement. Is affected by distance - the further she is from the set lines, the weaker the signal until it disappears completely.

Gōkakyū no Jutsu

(Great Fireball technique)

Chakra is molded and given form in fire, expelled from the mouth with power equal to the caster's skill.

STATS

NINJUTSU     4/5

TAIJUTSU      3/5

GENJUTSU     1/5

INTELLIGENCE     4/5

STRENGTH     3/5

SPEED     2/5

STAMINA     3/5

SEALS      3/5

TOTAL     23/40

RANK: MEDICAL ASSISTANT

REGISTRATION: N/A

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Suigin Reika II

INFO

Full Name: Suigin Reika II Nickname: Hime Age: 6-14 (default) Date of Birth: September 6th Ethnicity: Native of Hi no Kuni Orientation: Biromantic / Heterosexual Residence: Konoha, Kusunokizan Occupation: Konoha chūnin, part time hospital assistant Kekkei Genkai: White Hands of Healing, River of Vitality Chakra Natures: Yin, Yang, Yin/Yang Blood Type: AB- Location associations: Hi no Kuni, Konoha, Kusunokizan Team: Team 3

BIOGRAPHY

Born five years after the end of the war, Reika was part of the golden generation, those born in the new era of peace. Spoiled as the only child and raised among the children of the world’s heroes, her childhood was far less stressful than that of her mother.

Taking after Ryū to a T, Reika inherited all of her powers and appearance. Even so, she attended the Academy, a bright young student who got along with just about everyone. Social and excitable, she was a teacher’s favorite, being put on a team at graduation with Uzumaki Kei and Hyūga Hinode, Neji’s son.

However, the team was a bit…awkward to start. Hinode, not quite his father’s prodigy, was a late bloomer alongside Kei. And Reika, spoiled and a bit untested, was quickly put in her place by their sensei. Coordination between the three was slow to start, and they failed their chūnin exams the first year.

Taking time to herself, Reika decided to work alongside her mother in the hospital for a time, trying to focus more on her medical ninjutsu than taijutsu. It was during this time period that she also was taken to Kusunokizan to begin (or at least attempt) sage training like Ryū. Struggling a bit to start, the lessons she learned in the valley helped her overcome her faults, which in turn let her grow as an individual.

With some maturity under her belt, Reika went back to her team, completing their exams, and went on to help her mother with a specialty training section of the Academy to train upcoming medics.

PERSONALITY

Named after her maternal grandmother, Reika is energetic and bright. Always ready with a smile and a kind word, she is polite, but can forget her manners in her rush. She can have trouble focusing, but is only utterly serious when attending to someone wounded – be it a teammate in the field or a patient in the hospital. Notoriously stubborn, she babies her teammates terribly, as well as anyone in her family that may end up injured.

APPEARANCE

Reika takes after mostly her mother in regards to appearance. Her hair is white (including brows and lashes), and her eyes are grey. Unlike her mother, her hair is totally straight, worn in dual side pigtails for most of her life (with red ribbons). She has a fair skin tone and lithe body type, reaching an A chest size by adulthood, and a height of 5'2” (1,58 m). Her outfits are widely varied in style, but are always in red and white with mesh under armor over her lower arms and upper legs. She wears one leg pack on her right leg with medical supplies.

TECHNIQUES

In regards to abilities, Reika inherited only her mother’s affinity for healing and barrier jutsu, which she grew to be ecstatic about. Though her barriers aren’t the strongest, her healing prowess rivals her mother’s at an early age. Light on her feet and remarkable flexible, she dances around opponents and uses her shields to corral them to make her teammate’s jobs easier. As of yet, she has one summoning contract: a white weasel named Junsui.

ABILITIES

Sage Mode

(Sennin Mōdo)

Sage mode taught to her by her mother and her teacher, Suigin

White Hands of Healing

(Iyashino Shiroi Te)

Kekkei genkai. Allows for faster, more efficient healing. Chakra can be guided through user’s own keirakukei to heal injuries directly. Has a calming effect, and can be used to sedate/calm patients.

River of Vitality

(Katsuryoku no Kawa)

Minor kekkei genkai. While in Sennin Mōdo, can passively gather Nature chakra, though at a slower rate than meditation.

TRIVIA

Reika is named for her maternal grandmother.

Her adopted theme is Sakura no Kisetsu.

Hobbies include dancing, flower arranging, and baking with her mother.

Reika wants to have a match against Hinode.

Her favorite food is anpan. She dislikes overly-salty foods.

As of reaching chūnin rank (age 14), Reika has completed 21 D-Rank, 13 C-Rank, 7 B-Rank, 1 A-Rank, and 0 S-Rank missions.

Her favorite word is “balance”, 均衡 (kinkō)

JUTSU

Wall of Defense

(Bōei no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that repels anything physical; not genjutsu or sound.

Wall of Incineration

(Shōkyaku no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that incinerates anything physical with highly-condensed chakra.

Wall of Mirrors

(Kagami no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that reflects light, and renders anything beneath it unseen.

Snare

(Shikake-sen)

(Sennin jutsu)

Makes nature-based chakra tripwires that can alert her to physical movement. Is affected by distance - the further she is from the set lines, the weaker the signal until it disappears completely.

STATS

NINJUTSU      4/5

TAIJUTSU     3/5

GENJUTSU      1/5

INTELLIGENCE     3/5

STRENGTH      2/5

SPEED      4/5

STAMINA     3/5

SEALS     3/5

TOTAL     23/40

RANK: CHŪNIN

REGISTRATION: 013185

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Suigin Reika

INFO

Full Name: Suigin Reika Nickname: N/A Age: 21-25 (default) Date of Birth: April 28 Ethnicity: Native of Hi no Kuni Orientation: Bisexual / Demiromantic Gender: Cisgender Female Residence: Kusunokizan Occupation: Traveling medic Kekkei Genkai: White Hands of Healing, River of Vitality Chakra Natures: Yin; Yang; Yin/Yang Blood Type: A- Location associations: Hi no Kuni; Kusunokizan Team: N/A

BIOGRAPHY

Like all in her line before her, Reika was born in Kusunokizan to a young mother, never knowing her father (nor caring to). As her mother before her, and many before her, Reika remained in the mountain village, training with the resident sage until she was a teen, striking out on her own to bring healing to whomever had need.

At age twenty, she encountered a charming man – a comrade of a new friend – who, despite their clashing natures and his dozen-odd years on her, managed to win her over. After a brief and disastrous fling, the two parted on less-than-friendly terms, only for Reika to discover a pregnancy several weeks later. She put off returning home as long as she could, but found her way back to Kusunokizan in time to give birth to her own daughter.

During her time in the world, the Third Shinobi War was in full swing. Feeling a sense of eminent change, she called the child Ryū, meaning dragon, after the sage of their line with a sense of fate.

When her daughter was only four, with the war coming to a close, Kusunokizan was attacked by Iwa rebels seeking a "back door" into Hi no Kuni through the Kusunoki Sanmyaku. With the sage absent, and no shinobi in their midst, Reika broke her vow of non-violence in an effort to save her home, using barriers and her sage training to launch a counter-attack. But their numbers and skill in combat were too much.

Exhausted and injured – unable to heal herself – Reika used a barrier to hide herself and Ryū, stowing the child away in their home before going to make her final stand. But, unable to make it out the door, she was stopped by an Iwa nin, her throat cut and left to bleed out upon her own doorstep.

Though the villagers were buried en masse by Konoha ANBU sent to clean up the aftermath, Suigin – the dragon sage – dug up Reika’s body and buried it up by the temple, leaving the place unmarked save for her own memory.

PERSONALITY

Stern and haughty, Reika was a force to be reckoned with. Despite her short stature, she was stubborn with initiative, never backing down from anyone – even those far larger than herself. Strict with procedures and always organized, she was a quick-thinker and skilled improviser. She was always trying new things with her medical ninjutsu, coming up with several of her own techniques much to her teacher’s triumph. Even so, she was not without heart, caring deeply about her patients, and striving to be as useful in her craft as possible. She had her softer side, letting her guard down around the right people, especially her daughter during their short time together. The sage, Suigin, often described her as wind incarnate: often blustering with energy, and either whip-like, or gentle, able to change at a moment’s notice.

APPEARANCE

Like all Suigin women, Reika had pure-white hair and bright grey eyes. The locks were straight and soft, and usually worn up in a messy bun when working with a divided fringe. Fairly-skinned, she was a bit below average in height at about 5'4” (163 cm). Her build, unlike her daughter’s, was lithe and willowy. Her usual attire was white and red – typically yukata, white with crimson trimmings. She wore red geta, and carried supplies in a pouch slung over one shoulder across to her other hip.

TECHNIQUES

Reika’s chakra nature, like all of her line, was yin and yang, making her perfectly suited for healing. Her chakra pool was quite substantial, and could be accentuated with her sage state, which not only gave her additional chakra, but also quickened her healing abilities. While in her sage state, she could passively gather nature chakra, though not overly-quickly. In addition to medical ninjutsu, she specialized in small, powerful barriers, which came in three basic types: one that reflected, one that vaporized, and one that bent light to render people or objects unseen. They took a great deal of chakra, and required a sage state to be used for more than a minute or so. At their largest, they could shield anywhere from twenty people (the first two types) to five people (the final type). The barriers could be shaped with her will, and could be moved independently of her body to shield others, or even be used to manipulate people or objects beyond her reach (such as pushing someone out of the way). She had a summoning contract with a male Kōri no Mori owl known as Tsurara.

ABILITIES

Sage Mode

(Sennin Mōdo)

Sage mode taught to her by her teacher, Suigin. She has 2 years of training as of the beginning of the Shippuden seasons.

White Hands of Healing

(Iyashino Shiroi Te)

Kekkei genkai. Allows for faster, more efficient healing. Chakra can be guided through user’s own keirakukei to heal injuries directly. Has a calming effect, and can be used to sedate/calm patients.

River of Vitality

(Katsuryoku no Kawa)

Minor kekkei genkai. While in Sennin Mōdo, can passively gather Nature chakra, though at a slower rate than meditation.

TRIVIA

Reika’s clan name means mercury (or more specifically, quicksilver), and is a reference to her clan’s eye color and her teacher. It’s also a bit of an irony, given that quicksilver is poisonous, and yet her clan specializes in healing.

Her adopted theme is Sengunbanba

Her hobbies included knitting, stargazing, and meditation

She wished to fight no one

Favorite food was kakameshi. She preferred salty foods over sweet

Her favorite word was “vigilance”, 警戒 (keikai)

JUTSU

Wall of Defense

(Bōei no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that repels anything physical; not genjutsu or sound.

Wall of Incineration

(Shōkyaku no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that incinerates anything physical with highly-condensed chakra.

Wall of Mirrors

(Kagami no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that reflects light, and renders anything beneath it unseen.

Soul Retrieval

(Tamashī no Kaishū)

(Sennin jutsu)

User enters the void to retrieve a single soul.

Snare

(Shikake-sen)

(Sennin jutsu)

Makes nature-based chakra tripwires that can alert her to physical movement. Is affected by distance - the further she is from the set lines, the weaker the signal until it disappears completely.

STATS

NINJUTSU      5/5

TAIJUTSU     2/5

GENJUTSU      1/5

INTELLIGENCE     4/5

STRENGTH     3/5

SPEED      2/5

STAMINA      3/5

SEALS     5/5

TOTAL     25/40

RANK: SAGE

REGISTRATION: N/A 

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Sugin Ryū

INFO

Full Name: Suigin Ryū Age: 20-22 (default, varies by verse) Date of Birth: October 15th Ethnicity: Native of Hi no Kuni Orientation: Panromantic / Demisexual Gender: Cisgender Female Residence: Konoha; Kusunokizan Occupation: Regenerative surgeon in Konoha Hospital Kekkei Genkai: White Hands of Healing, River of Vitality Chakra Natures: Yin; Yang; Yin/Yang Blood Type: A- Location associations: Hi no Kuni; Konoha; Kusunokizan Team: N/A Rank: Sage

BIOGRAPHY

Ryū was born in a village in mountainous northeast Hi no Kuni known as Kusunokizan, wherein her clan was based. The clan, with the surname Suigin, had always been focused around medical ninjutsu and defensive barriers: a peaceful clan with no shinobi training. When the village was attacked when Ryū was only four by Iwa rebels, she remained the only survivor, found later by Hi no Kuni ANBU cleaning up the bodies.

Taken to Konoha, she was deemed unfit for adoption due to her kekkei genkai (the village wanting to keep her isolated as a ‘valuable resource’). When it came time to join the Academy, she refused, insisting to be trained solely at the hospital to hone her medical ninjutsu. The council relented, giving her private lessons for the basics in her village-assigned quarters when not training under other medics.

By age twelve, she was certified as a full-fledged medic after completing the necessary exams. Joining the staff full-time, she worked diligently to continue her work and further her training as she was able.

When Tsunade returned to Konoha, the Sannin admitted to recognizing Ryū as the daughter of someone she knew briefly before the girl’s birth. Given a new interest in her roots, Ryū put in a request to revisit her home village, wanting closure about her past. When she arrived, she found the ruins of her village, but also the singular dragon sage, Suigin, that had called the mountains home for centuries, and was the source of her line’s prestige. Desperate to further her training and learn more about her past, she decided to stay in the ruins of her home to receive the training she would have had, had the village never been destroyed…including her sennin state, barriers, and powerful medical ninjutsu.

She remained in Kusunokizan for nearly three years, returning shortly before Naruto when her teacher heard from the other sage, Gamabunta, that great change was coming over the land. Feeling she would be needed, she decided to return to the village to lend aid however she could. With fully-mastered medical ninjutsu and sage arts, she is a force to be reckoned with, comparable to Tsunade with her healing prowess, and capable of mighty defense with her barriers. Though she has no combat training, she can hold off most shinobi with her defensive techniques, never resorting to violence, but able to hold her own nonetheless.

PERSONALITY

Ryū is a rather muted individual, usually presenting as shy, quiet, and polite. She always uses honorifics unless previously asked not to, or if she has a very close, personal relationship where they are not needed. Caring and maternal, she abhors violence and confrontation, playing peacekeeper in volatile situations. She can be stubborn, especially when defending her beliefs and morals. Though she is usually level-headed, certain topics or situations can get a rise out of her temper, which is steely and cold (though it can be more fiery if she is physically confronted, or during other personal circumstances). If a loved one or innocent is threatened, she will not hesitate to face a foe to do what she can to protect them.

APPEARANCE

Ryū has white, wavy hair that falls to her mid-back (she usually wears it up in a high tail with framing locks around her cheeks and a tapered fringe while working - otherwise, it’s worn down), fair skin, and grey eyes. Her body shape is hourglass, with a C-/D chest. She stands at approximately 170 cm. Blood type is A. Birthday is October 15. She usually wears clothes in greyscale colors, with separate sleeves and a coat of her own design, alongside standard dark shirts and pants. A small pack is attached to her right leg, and carries medical supplies. She wears open-toed/open-heeled dark-grey boots that reach just below her knee. After completing her sage training and returning to Konoha, she had a tattoo of her clan crest put on her left shoulder blade, in order to always take a piece of home with her wherever she goes. It's simple black ink, about the size of a deck of playing cards.

STATS

NINJUTSU      5/5

TAIJUTSU     3/5

GENJUTSU     1/5

INTELLIGENCE     3/5

STRENGTH      2/5

SPEED     2/5

STAMINA     2/5

SEALS     3/5

TOTAL     21/40

VERSES

White Hands of Healing

Main canon verse. Leaving Ryū a virtual stranger to any other characters, this verse sees her as a blank slate for interactions and forming new bonds with muses. In this verse she's in the same age group as Itachi by default, but it can be adjusted as necessary. An orphan from the third shinobi war, she's taken back to Konoha and raised there to become a medic to make use of her bloodline. She eventually becomes a top-tier healer and sage after learning under her family's teacher, and otherwise lives out her days in Konoha. She has an optional child in this verse, Reika II, for next gen interactions.

Into the Abyss

Secondary canon verse. When Ryū and Obito have a chance meeting during the timeskip, it leads to a whirlwind romance that - though shallow at first - soon grows in both affection and danger. After the war, Obito survives, and after their share of struggles, they have a family of their own: a son, Reiji. But as happy and loving as the family is, the stigma against Obito remains... Ryū is three years younger than Obito in this verse.

What Remains

Secondary canon verse. Jiraiya, returning after the Kyūbi's rampage, discovers his daughter Ryū in Konoha. Deciding to stay, he takes her in and fulfills his role as Naruto's godfather, raising the pair of them as his own. Ryū later befriends Uchiha Itachi, the pair becoming childhood sweethearts. When Itachi later becomes Hokage as a peace deal with Konoha, the pair decide to get married and have a daughter, Usagi. Ryū is Itachi's age in this verse.

Ryū no Ryokan

Secondary canon verse. Ryū returns to her home village after the fourth war, and with Konoha's help, repairs the village and turns it into a mountain retreat for both wealthy guests and long-term patients from any land. She runs it alongside her master Suigin, finding giving her home new purpose and returning at last. Ryū is 22+ in this verse, but it can be adjusted.

Wild Child

Secondary canon verse. Ryū, the last survivor of Kusunokizan, isn't rescued by Konoha, and instead is raised by the dragon sage Suigin. Practically feral, she lives more as a dragon than a human up in the mountain peaks. Age can vary.

A Life Anew

Secondary canon verse. Ryū is taken from Konoha by her uncle, Ao, wanting to protect her from the world of shinobi. But the pair are later discovered by Jiraiya. Despite their bad blood, the men decide to use their common concern for Ryū to help raise her together outside Konoha. Ryū is Itachi's age in this verse.

A Light Amongst Shadows

Secondary canon verse. In this verse Ryū is the same age as Shisui (headcanoned as eight years older than Naruto). Mostly follows canon up to 699 - Ryū is found by Uchiha Manami, Shisui's mother, and the two children grow up as friends. After his apparent suicide, and later the massacre of the clan, Ryū steps up and helps raise Sasuke. She's lightly involved in other canon matters, and when Shisui is revealed to be alive after the war, they bond again and eventually marry and have a family. But not everyone is happy more Uchiha are alive...

Best Years of Your Life

A modern AU typically revolving around high school or college years. Kept vague for plotting! Age can vary.

Catch 'Em All

Pokémon verse. Ryū, having been raised by Hiruzen (Mr. Fuji) in Lavender Town, helps him take care of orphaned pokémon. But when the threat of Team Rocket looms, he has her take all of them to Fuchsia to be released into the Safari Zone reserve out of their reach. Armed only with her bonded pokémon, a shiny Dratini, she makes the journey alone, eventually becoming part of the staff and helping manage the park and protect its pokémon. Her team eventually consists of her Dragonair, Chansey, Charizard, Kingdra, Gyrados, and Rapidash. Age can vary.

Divine Light

Fantasy verse - based on original lore but can be adapted for more general fantasy threads. Ryū is a Lux el'ven, or light elf: one of the last of her kind after the wars. Able to heal, make barriers, and create portals in time, she wants to help rebuild the world of the el'ven and reforge the Elemental Council of the twelve elements to solidify peace. Age can vary.

Healing Waters and Scorching Flames

Avatar the Last Airbender verse. Ryū is a waterbender from the South Pole, from a small, isolated clan that focuses on healing. Age can vary.

Like Magic

Harry Potter verse. Ryū, a Hufflepuff, dreams of one day being a Healer like her mother was. Age can vary.

To Rule Them All

Royalty / Medieval verse. Ryū is the princess of a matrilineal line in the kingdom of Kusunokizan. A neutral state, there's pressures mounting from neighboring kingdoms to finally choose a side. Age can vary.

Of Monsters and Men

A modern monster verse based on original lore, but can be adapted for other verses. Ryū's default in this verse is a hybrid of snowy owl harpy and succubus, but I've also written her as a siren and a mermaid! Age can vary.

When Dead Walk

Zombie verse. Kept vague for plotting!

(Other verses are available upon request - please IM for more details!)

ABILITIES

Sage Mode (Sennin Mōdo)

Sage mode taught to her by her teacher, Suigin. She has 2 years of training as of the beginning of the Shippuden seasons.

White Hands of Healing (Iyashino Shiroi Te)

Kekkei genkai. Allows for faster, more efficient healing. Chakra can be guided through user’s own keirakukei to heal injuries directly. Has a calming effect, and can be used to sedate/calm patients.

River of Vitality (Katsuryoku no Kawa)

Minor kekkei genkai. While in Sennin Mōdo, can passively gather Nature chakra, though at a slower rate than meditation.

JUTSU

Wall of Defense (Bōei no Kabe) (Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that repels anything physical; not genjutsu or sound.

Wall of Incineration (Shōkyaku no Kabe) (Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that incinerates anything physical with highly-condensed chakra.

Wall of Mirrors (Kagami no Kabe) (Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that reflects light, and renders anything beneath it unseen.

Soul Retrieval (Tamashī no Kaishū) (Sennin jutsu)

User enters the void to retrieve a single soul.

Snare (Shikake-sen) (Sennin jutsu)

Makes nature-based chakra tripwires that can alert her to physical movement. Is affected by distance - the further she is from the set lines, the weaker the signal until it disappears completely.

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Summons

[ Ryū’s summon: Fubuki ]

In a tradition formed from Kazue's first meeting with Seiten, all Suigin women hike to the icy forest of the mountain peaks upon beginning their training to meet the owl they will summon. And Ryū happened to meet Fubuki. The pair became close very quickly. After Ryū’s training in Kusunokizan, she physically traveled back to Konoha with her, spending all of her time not out delivering messages in the shinobi village with Ryū and her eventual family. PERSONALITY Meek and shy, Fubuki is very quiet, but affectionate and loyal to her summoner. Lacking confidence when they first met, she too grew considerably after their training…even becoming a bit haughty in her manners as she became older and gained her own form of strength. APPEARANCE Fubuki is a white owl, standing approximately 2'6” tall, speckled with black markings, with gold eyes. Her wingspan is 5'3”, and she is outfitted with powerful black talons.

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[ Reika’s summon: Tsurara ]

In a tradition formed from Kazue's first meeting with Seiten, all Suigin women hike to the icy forest of the mountain peaks upon beginning their training to meet the owl they will summon. During her journey, Reika met Tsurara. While up in the peaks, a snowstorm blew in. Though she attempted to use a barrier for protection, Reika quickly found herself exhausted, but was led to safety by a male owl, introducing himself as Tsurara. They bonded during the storm's run, and chose each other as summoner and summonee. PERSONALITY Proud, stoic, and devout, Tsurara is staunchly polite, but also holds lofty opinions and standards. He stands for no ill words against his partner, and has maimed offenders for words alone. But he is exceedingly affectionate with Reika, and Ryū during her early years. APPEARANCE Unlike Fubuki and Seiten, Tsurara is completely without black markings, a marless white from top to bottom sans for black talons, with the tribe's notable gold eyes. Standing taller than most at nearly three feet, his wingspan is over five feet, though still nowhere nearly the largest of the tribe, with rumors of an owl that stands taller than a man.

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[ Kazue’s summon: Seiten ]

In the tallest peaks of the mountain range that is home to Kusunokizan, a tribe of owls resides in an iced-over forest known as Kōri no Mori. During the later years of her training, Kazue took a hike into the snowy peaks as a test of her endurance. While there, she rescued an injured owl, eventually taking him on as a partner and summon as he insisted he repay his debt. The pair took to traveling together after Kazue's training finished, and after Seiten's debt was repaid by saving her own life, they formed a summoning contract so he might always be at her side when needed. This led to the tradition of all Suigin women taking the same hike to find their summoned owl. PERSONALITY Seiten is a young owl when Kazue meets him, full of energy and spirit. But though lighthearted, he is also a fierce fighter, never backing down from a conflict, and taking more than one pair of eyes from Kazue's enemies during their time together. APPEARANCE Like most males of his tribe, Seiten is very lightly marked compared to the sooty females, with only a few dustings of black along his shoulders. Otherwise, he was a pure white, with a pair of bright gold eyes. Small for a male, he is only about 2'5" tall, with a wingspan under five feet, but also boasts wicked talons and a sharp beak.

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[ Katsumi’s summon: Mibōjin ]

Unlike her siblings, Katsumi held no interest in the creatures of Kōri no Mori, finding none of them suitable to her tastes or skills. Instead, she took to hiding away in a cave, discouraged, only to find it infested with spiders. Within was one the size of a house cat, who caught and ate a snake preparing to bite. Impressed by the creature's stealth and venom, Katsumi asked her - Mibōjin - to become her partner. Despite her family's protests, the pair formed a contract, and Katsumi took to studying the venom and making unique poisons with it. She also utilizes spider silk to make traps and restrain foes. Since then, the original summon has added her many children to the contract. PERSONALITY Quiet and observational, Mibōjin rarely speaks to anyone but her summoner, keeping a low profile and exhibiting few personality traits beyond a bloodlust and motherly nature to her countless offspring. APPEARANCE Upon growing fully, Mibōjin is now the size of a carriage, with bright pink, purple, and black markings. Tarantula-like in build, she boasts all eight of her legs and eyes, and is covered in coarse hair that can cut flesh. Her fangs are as long as a man's forearm, and can puncture completely through a human.

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[ Tadashi’s summon: Sakushi ]

Though he exhibited his father's kekkei genkai, Tadashi was still a child of the Suigin line, and was thus invited to try and find a summon owl up within the peaks of Kōri no Mori. However, before he could make the attempt properly, he ended up finding an abandoned white tiger kitten. Too worried about the creature to consider trying to find a summon, Tadashi brought the kitten back to Suigin for help. Confirming his mother had been lost, Suigin suggested taking the kit on as his summon instead, as it still rang true to Kazue's original journey. Tadashi accepted. PERSONALITY Though a bit reserved and overly-cautious as a kit, Sakushi has grown into a patient and observational summon, loyal to his summoner and his work. Working foremost to keep Tadashi from harm, Sakushi also helps with stealth takedowns to allow their work to go undetected. When Fu joins the ANBU, he balances between being a swift help for restraining criminals, and also a means of distraction. APPEARANCE A soft white littered with black stripes, Sakushi's belly is white, with a stout build and a long tail for balance among the peaks of the mountains. His eyes are a pale grey-blue, with a black nose and broad paws for walking through the snow and ice.

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[ Reika II’s summon: Junsui ]

During her time looking for a summon up within Kōri no Mori, Reika became lost. Trying not to panic, she eventually broke down to cry...only to be approached by a white weasel. Not wanting to see the girl upset, he began to frolic to try and calm her down, eventually leading her back to the familiar path...but not before sneaking up through her top to settle around her neck. Though not an owl as tradition dictated, Suigin agreed to form the contract, though the weasel - Junsui - insisted on staying with Reika full-time like her mother's summon. PERSONALITY Carefree, energetic, and a little bit mischievous, Junsui forms a natural pair with his bright and extroverted summoner. Working together with her dance-like taijutsu, the pair slip around their opponents like water, the little weasel serving mostly as a distraction and mild fighter. APPEARANCE Pure white save for a black tuft at the tip of his tail, Junsui is long, lithe, and limber. With his thin form, he can fit into almost any nook or cranny. He can usually be found looped around the back of Reika's neck. Long whiskers help him navigate the environment, and sharp teeth and claws can make for daunting weapons. From nose to tail, he's nearly three feet long.

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[ Reiji’s summon: Suzume ]

Like his sister, Reiji went up into Kōri no Mori in search of a summon. And like Reika, he also opted for a creature beyond the owl clan: a fox kit named Suzume. Not as confident as his sister, Reiji ended up separated from her, and instead tried to hide in an abandoned fox den. It was there he found Suzume, an orphan, who helped him find his way back down the mountain. PERSONALITY Sly and almost cheeky, Suzume is prideful, but tries to help his summoner overcome his fears and doubts. Beneath his haughty nature is a caring creature, often allowing himself to serve as a makeshift plush for nervous child patients. He vehemently denies enjoying it, but has been caught sleeping protectively over them, and growling at anyone that tries to wake them. APPEARANCE Like most creatures of the mountains, Suzume is a pure white with warm gold eyes. His nose is black, with a few tufts of black fur along the insides of his ears. Unlike the beast of legend, however, he only has one tail.

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[ Katsumi’s secondary summon: moths ]

A contract found in Konoha's summon library, Katsumi took on the secondary summons as a means to deliver messages, and for transport, with moths ranging from the size of her thumb, to one that can bear her weight. They vary widely in color and specie, and she also uses moth wing scales to help initiate genjutsu.

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[ Tadashi’s secondary summon: magpies ]

Like his sister, Tadashi took on a secondary contract: his with a flock of magpies. Used primarily for messages, they can also confuse enemies with their calls and darting flight patterns...as well as help with genjutsu with the markings of their forms and the shine of their feathers.

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Suigin

INFO

Full Name: Suigin Nickname: Shishō Age: Unknown Date of Birth: Unknown Astrological Sign: Unknown Ethnicity: ...dragon? Orientation: Unknown Gender: Female Residence: Kusunokizan Occupation: Sage of the healing arts Kekkei Genkai: N/A Chakra Natures: Yin; Yang; Yin/Yang Blood Type: Unknown Location associations: Hi no Kuni; Kusunokizan Team: N/A

BIOGRAPHY

Born in Ryūchidō among other snakes, Suigin was one of the earliest to go on the pilgrimage to become a dragon. Spending a thousand years in the oceans, the mountains, and among men, she found herself distasteful of man’s actions: of the endless wars, bloodshed, and teaching children to kill. With her enlightened state, she refused violence after her time with humans, and instead decided to hone her chakra through extensive training to heal.

Returning to Ryūchidō, she found that – during her absence – the snakes of the cave had begun to sign contracts with humans, allowing themselves to be summoned to fight in human wars with mankind now able to use chakra. Infuriated at the practice, she argued long and hard with them, but to no avail.

Renouncing her home, she fled the cavern and instead settled in a mountain range, hiding herself from the world and continuing her meditations as wars continued between humans.

At the base of the range, a small village – empty of its men as they went to war – was attacked, leaving nearly all dead. A woman – heavy with child – cried out for help all through the night, echoing up into the mountains and drawing the sage. Making her a bargain, Suigin offered to give her the chakra she would need to save herself and her unborn child, but that she must take the gift and spread it to others: travel the land, and bring healing in the face of war. The woman agreed, promising to return one day.

Suigin went back to her meditations, and five years later, the woman returned with a small group of humans who also renounced war and violence. With the dragon’s help, they climbed into the mist-veiled mountains, building a small, reclusive village.

Suigin taught the line of humans from the first woman, giving them her name and having each go out and give healing until they, too, became ridden with child. It was a tradition until Reika’s death, when Ryū was taken from Kusunokizan, not returning for fourteen years to begin her training under the sage.

PERSONALITY

Old and wise, Suigin is a calm, non-confrontational being. Always seeking peace and harmony, she usually plays the mediator, having spent uncounted years meditating over question about war, violence, and mortality. She is slow to anger, but still has the blood of the snake in her at times.

APPEARANCE

Though much smaller than Hakuja, the snake sage, Suigin is still large enough to fill the entirety of the Naka Shrine. Long and serpentine, her belly scales are white, body scales silver, and the mane that runs from her forehead to her tail is white and wild. Her eyes are also a grey color, with her claws and horns a deep black.

When necessary, she can henge into a human form. With pale skin and the same wild hair, she wears a kimono: white with silver decals of misty mountains and rivers, a black obi, and white tabi socks with black geta. Unable to hide all of her features, she still retains her claw-like nails, snake-like eyes, and small horns atop her head.

TECHNIQUES

As the source of the Suigin line’s chakra, Suigin possesses the same chakra nature and abilities, and at a much stronger, more saturated rate. Her expertise lies in healing, able to bypass many human limitations…but rarely interfering.

TRIVIA

Suigin’s name translates to quicksilver – a play on both her color, and an irony about her abilities.

Her adopted theme is Dokushinjutsu

Suigin’s only hobbies revolve around meditation, perusing the valley floor of Kusunokizan, and hunting

She wishes to fight Hakuja

Her favorite food is anything she can catch in the mountains

Suigin’s favorite word is “calm”, 穏やかな (odayakana)

JUTSU

Wall of Defense

(Bōei no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that repels anything physical; not genjutsu or sound.

Wall of Incineration

(Shōkyaku no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that incinerates anything physical with highly-condensed chakra.

Wall of Mirrors

(Kagami no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that reflects light, and renders anything beneath it unseen.

Soul Retrieval

(Tamashī no Kaishū)

(Sennin jutsu)

User enters the void to retrieve a single soul.

Snare

(Shikake-sen)

(Sennin jutsu)

Makes nature-based chakra tripwires that can alert her to physical movement. Is affected by distance - the further she is from the set lines, the weaker the signal until it disappears completely.

STATS

NINJUTSU     5/5

TAIJUTSU     5/5

GENJUTSU     2/5

INTELLIGENCE      4/5

STRENGTH      4/5

SPEED     3/5

STAMINA     4/5

SEALS     5/5

TOTAL     32/40

RANK: SAGE

REGISTRATION: N/A

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Suigin Kazue

INFO

Full Name: Suigin Kazue Nickname: N/A Age: 5-30 (default) Date of Birth: May 17th Astrological Sign: Taurus Ethnicity: Native of Hi no Kuni Orientation: Demi-heteroromantic/demi-heterosexual Gender: Cis female Residence: Kusunokizan Occupation: Traveling healer Kekkei Genkai: White Hands of Healing; River of Vitality Chakra Natures: Yin; Yang; Yin-Yang Blood Type: A- Location associations: Kusunokizan Team: N/A

BIOGRAPHY

Kazue was almost a child that did not get to be. Before her birth, her mother Eiko survived an attack by a rogue band of shinobi on their village. Though not a fighter, Eiko was willing to do anything to save her unborn daughter, eventually attracting the nearby sage Suigin with her cries for help. When the two struck a deal - some of Suigin's chakra for Eiko's promise to use it to heal others - they didn't realize how influential that chakra would be.

Between the saturation of the chakra, and Eiko's stubborn will, the energy ended up fusing with the fetus: changing its very DNA and chakra affinities. When Kazue was born, she looked nothing like her parents, instead seemingly bleached white by the colorless chakra of the sage.

Kazue was born on her mother's travels to find like-minded people to build a new village, and was five years old when the humans were brought to the Kusunoki no Tani, up in the Kokkyō Sanmyaku. But not longer after they arrived, Kazue became deathly ill...and her mother's successful efforts to save her ended in Eiko's death from chakra exhaustion.

Kazue was raised by the village as a whole, and trained in the medical, defensive, and sage arts by the dragon sage, Suigin. By age sixteen, she was deemed ready to journey out into the world beyond the valley, and bring healing to any who needed her.

For over a decade, Kazue traveled amongst the warring clans, paying heed to no banner or creed but her own, and starting the tradition of each subsequent Suigin clan woman of doing the same. It was in her early thirties she had a brief yet tragic love affair that ended in her pregnancy. She returned to Kusunokizan, gave birth...and a few years later, succumbed to an early death. Her daughter would go on to do the same, as would every Suigin that followed...until there was a break in the chain.

PERSONALITY

Kazue was a quiet, well-mannered, if not daydreamy woman, who never had a harsh word for anyone. She was the perfect embodiment of Suigin's ideals, refuting combat and bringing harm, and instead working solely to bring healing and protection. Soft but unwavering in her path, she was known to be more approachable and easy to work with than her mother, if not a bit more lenient and gullible. Still, she took great pride in her work, and was rarely without a smile.

APPEARANCE

Like all Suigin women, Kazue was practically colorless. Every hair was a stark white, even lashes and body hair. She kept that from her scalp simple, parted down the middle and without a fringe. Her hair had a slight natural wave to it, occasionally moreso after keeping it braided. Outfits were simple and flowing, usually simple yukata of grey or white, with tabi socks and geta. Her bulid was tall and stocky, unlike her mother's lither build.

TECHNIQUES

Like all those who would come after her, Kazue wielded yin, yang, and yin/yang chakra natures. Also boasting a substantial chakra pool and training diligently in control, she was a master of the healing arts from the time she left home until her death, always seeking to improve. She also learned to wield chakra defensively in the form of barriers, and to block along her hands for taijutsu defense, and redirecting enemy attacks to avoid resorting to offense. Her summoning contract with Seiten was the first of the two clans' alliance, and the avian spent a great deal of time with her even when not necessary for their work.

ABILITIES

Sage Mode

(Sennin Mōdo)

Sage mode taught to her by her teacher, Suigin. She has 2 years of training as of the beginning of the Shippuden seasons.

White Hands of Healing

(Iyashino Shiroi Te)

Kekkei genkai. Allows for faster, more efficient healing. Chakra can be guided through user’s own keirakukei to heal injuries directly. Has a calming effect, and can be used to sedate/calm patients.

River of Vitality

(Katsuryoku no Kawa)

Minor kekkei genkai. While in Sennin Mōdo, can passively gather Nature chakra, though at a slower rate than meditation.

TRIVIA

Kazue's clan name means mercury (or more specifically, quicksilver), and is a reference to her clan’s eye color and her teacher. It’s also a bit of an irony, given that quicksilver is poisonous, and yet her clan specializes in healing.

The adopted theme music for Kazue is Silent Song.

Hobbies include grass weaving, bird watching, and meditation.

Kazue doesn’t wish to fight anyone.

Her favorite food is Hayashi rice. She isn't fond of bitter foods, and enjoys sweet and salty combo foods.

Not being a shinobi, Kazue never completes any missions, but works for over a decade across all lands to bring aid to whoever needed it.

Kazue's favorite word is “attentiveness”, 注意力 (chūi-ryoku)

JUTSU

Wall of Defense

(Bōei no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that repels anything physical; not genjutsu or sound.

Wall of Incineration

(Shōkyaku no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that incinerates anything physical with highly-condensed chakra.

Wall of Mirrors

(Kagami no Kabe)

(Sennin jutsu)

Barrier that reflects light, and renders anything beneath it unseen.

Soul Retrieval

(Tamashī no Kaishū)

(Sennin jutsu)

User enters the void to retrieve a single soul.

Snare

(Shikake-sen)

(Sennin jutsu)

Makes nature-based chakra tripwires that can alert her to physical movement. Is affected by distance - the further she is from the set lines, the weaker the signal until it disappears completely.

STATS

NINJUTSU     5/5

TAIJUTSU     2/5

GENJUTSU      1/5

INTELLIGENCE      3/5

STRENGTH     3/5

SPEED      2/5

STAMINA     3/5

SEALS      4/5

TOTAL     23/40

RANK: N/A

REGISTRATION: N/A

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Suigin Eiko

INFO

Full Name: Suigin Eiko Nickname: N/A Age: 16-21 Date of Birth: January 29th Astrological Sign: Aquarius Ethnicity: Native of Hi no Kuni Orientation: Heterosexual/heteroromantic Gender: Cis female Residence: Unknown civilian village; Kusunokizan Occupation: Traveling healer Kekkei Genkai: White Hands of Healing; River of Vitality Chakra Natures: Unknown Blood Type: A- Location associations: Hi no Kuni; Kusunokizan Team: N/A

BIOGRAPHY

Born just after Kaguya's devouring of the Shinju, Eiko was the only child of a farmer and a seamstress. They lived in a small village nestled in the foothills of the mountains that would become the border between Hi no Kuni and the more northern lands. Eiko grew up normally, having little as their family was poor. When she was five, she lost her mother to a septic pregnancy, leaving just herself and her father.

At sixteen her father had her married to a merchant's son, hoping the match would bring them some kind of prosperity. Her husband, however, didn't want the merchant's life, but one of a warrior. When she fell pregnant not long after their marriage, he abandoned her and the child, claiming he would bring them fortune by conquering others.

He never came back.

Depressed and heavily pregnant, Eiko was defenseless when another band of mauraders found their village. Most of the men, by that time, had fled to seek similar fortunes as her husband. Her father was one of the few who remained...and one of the first to die. Not a warrior, Eiko nonetheless did her best to fight back, wounded and left to bleed out as the plunderers took what they wanted and left the ashes of the village behind.

Still alive, Eiko's anger and stubbornness prompted her to cry out to any listening gods, at first cursing them...and then begging for help as time passed. No gods heard her pleas, but the meditating dragon sage Suigin - tucked away in a valley in the mountains - did. Descending and finding the wreckage, Suigin offered the woman a deal: some of her chakra to ward away the wound in exchange for preaching her sagely path of peace to other humans.

Eiko quickly agreed, vowing to follow the sage's path...while unspokenly cursing her husband's name, and any others who would follow a warrior's path. Pledging to return in due time with other like-minded humans, Eiko left, having her daughter Kazue along the way.

A few years later, she did as promised, returning with others who desired peace from the warring. Suigin then took them into the mountains to build a secluded, peaceful village. Eiko, as the unspoken leader, took the mantle and guided them into their new lives...until a great sickness her daughter contracted took the last of her strength in an attempt to stop it. At the end of a hard, lonely life, Eiko died at the age of twenty-one, leaving behind a daughter, a new lineage...and an unspoken curse.

PERSONALITY

Eiko was a headstrong, stubborn, prideful young woman. Despite her low lot in life, she faced it with a fiery tenacity. After losing her mother and realizing how short life could and would be, she refused to let it keep her down. Upon her marriage, that fire dulled slightly, but reawoke after the attack on her village. Given a way forward through Suigin's offer, she accepted without a second thought, following her new path with just as much determination as ever. So great was her stubbornness, she worked herself to literal death to keep her daughter - the last person she let herself love - alive. That same headstrong nature, however, meant letting her hate from her husband's betrayal fester until her dying day.

APPEARANCE

Blonde with pale green eyes, Eiko was not the first to inherit the Suigin appearance. She was short of stature, lithe and limber, with fair skin. Her hair was kept long and back in a tail, with a messy fringe along her brow. Her garments were mostly plain and simple given her lack of coin, usually in pale beige or brown. Typically she would wear geta when not simply going barefoot.

TECHNIQUES

Having been gifted Suigin's chakra (and having been without before), Eiko's chakra natures were just like that of her teacher: yin, yang, and yin/yang. Her chakra pool was small, however, which greatly limited her stamina for medical ninjutsu. Unlike those that would come after her, Eiko was unable (due to time constraints) to learn many of what would become Suigin clan staple techniques: mostly those of barriers and more advanced healing jutsu. Her own arsenal was rather basic, though she did have skill with a bow and arrow.

ABILITIES

White Hands of Healing

(Iyashino Shiroi Te)

Kekkei genkai. Allows for faster, more efficient healing. Chakra can be guided through user’s own keirakukei to heal injuries directly. Has a calming effect, and can be used to sedate/calm patients.

TRIVIA

Eiko's clan name means mercury (or more specifically, quicksilver), and is a reference to her clan’s eye color and her teacher. It’s also a bit of an irony, given that quicksilver is poisonous, and yet her clan specializes in healing.

The adopted theme music for Eiko is Dance.

Hobbies included playing the koto, making pottery, and weaving grass.

Eiko wished to fight her husband.

Her favorite food was curry. She enjoyed any spicy food, and disliked sweet things.

Eiko never did missions, but instead traveled for a time as a mobile healer.

Eiko’s favorite word was “to decide”, 決める (kimeru)

JUTSU

Mystical Palm Technique

(Shōsen Jutsu)

Medical Ninjutsu

A medical ninjutsu which allows the user to speed up the body's natural healing process by sending chakra from their hands into a wound or afflicted body part.

STATS

NINJUTSU      3/5

TAIJUTSU      2/5

GENJUTSU      1/5

INTELLIGENCE      3/5

STRENGTH      2/5

SPEED     3/5

STAMINA     3/5

SEALS     2/5

TOTAL     19/40

RANK: N/A

REGISTRATION: N/A

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CLAN HISTORY

     During the earliest years of the warring states period, villages were small and scattered, inhabited mostly by civilians. One such village existed in the foothills of the Kokkyō Sanmyaku, nestled near a river that formed from a waterfall emerging from the Kusunokizan valley. Small and rural, it was mostly protected from the wars due to its position among the hills, unseen from most roads down in the lower areas of what would later become Hi no Kuni. But even there, men left to seek fortune and glory in the wars, their wives and children left behind.

     At some point, word leaked of the village – likely due to one of its warriors being interrogated and possibly tortured. Undefended and filled with untrained civilians, the village offered little in the way of a fight when attacked. All within were slaughtered…save for one woman, wounded, bleeding…and heavily pregnant. After the rogues had gone, she cried to the heavens for someone to save her unborn child.

     Echoing up into the valley, they were heard by the meditating dragon among the peaks. And try as she might to ignore them, Suigin could not refuse her pleas. Abandoning her cave, she approached the woman, inquiring about her fate. Giving her name as Eiko, she explained that her husband had left her for the war, which then claimed her village. Suigin then asked if she would renounce the call of violence in return for her help. Agreeing, Eiko received a small portion of Suigin’s chakra, giving her the energy to heal her wounds and save herself and her child. This was given in exchange for her word that her new talent would be used to bring relief to a world wrought in violence. Eiko gave it, promising to return in five years with a band of like-minded people.

     True to her word, the woman returned when promised, meeting the sage with several families enlisted to rebuild her village in the name of peace, alongside her daughter. But rather than among the foothills, Suigin guided them up into the mountains where they could hide from the wars, and practice ways of peace.

     Suigin took the new villagers to the largest valley within the mountain range, which dipped down from her cave beneath Kusunokizan’s crowning camphor.

     Stonemasons and carpenters were among those Eiko had brought with her with ideas of rebuilding in mind, and the families all worked together to clear away just enough forest to make room for houses, and supply the needed lumber. Stone was carved from one mountain face, while also making a winding staircase to the mouth of Suigin’s cave. At the top, on a plateau to the left of the cave entrance, a shrine was erected for the practicing Shintōists.

     In keeping with the valley’s flora, the villagers simply adopted the name of Kusunokizan as the title of their village. Peace settled over their valley, and it seemed that nothing could go wrong.

     Accepting Suigin’s gifted chakra, it was bent to Eiko’s very will: foremost, to save her child. So strong was this will, the chakra was directly exposed to the fetus, altering her very chakra nature and DNA. When the daughter, Kazue, was born, she looked nothing like either of her parents, with snow-white hair and quicksilver eyes. Within her, Suigin’s chakra was fully realized, leaving her with a chakra nature of only yin and yang.

     But this was not the only change. True to her pact, Eiko had spent her time away from her village healing and aiding those in need. But little did she or anyone realize that her will – now attached to the very gifted chakra of her new lineage – had shaped the chakra itself. So desperate was her desire to protect her child’s life, a kind of ‘curse’ was born.

     Not long after the settling of Kusunokizan, Kazue became deathly ill. Using all of her knowledge and power to save her…Eiko brought herself to the brink of exhaustion…and died.

     From then on, a cycle formed in the family. Generation after generation, women of the newly-named Suigin line would fall pregnant – always with a girl – and within the first several years of the child’s life, would pass on. The family never grew, remaining solitary pairs of mothers and daughters throughout their history.

     Suigin later theorized that this will to protect their child was an extension of Eiko’s first wish. That their chakra was intimately tied to the fate of their offspring – that their very life was forfeit to protect their child. She dubbed the curse “Saigo no Iki” - the last breath, passed from mother to daughter in a cycle of life, and death. Until each Suigin girl had a child to pass on this will of protection, she would live with her mother’s desire for her safety, and none were ever mortally ill or wounded until after their line was continued.

     And after raising and teaching several generations of the line, the sage developed another theory: that the two souls of Eiko and Kazue were so strongly bonded, that they were ‘trapped’ in a cycle of reincarnation. Eiko’s will to protect Kazue, as well as Kazue’s wish to honor her mother, left the pair too closely intertwined for this cycle to be broken. Each subsequent daughter of the Suigin clan seemed to reflect either Eiko’s qualities, or Kazue’s - though each life’s experiences also shaped them into individuals with varying personalities. And more often than not, reported dreams to their teacher of memories they know aren’t their own.

     But that was only one side of the curse.

     Angry with her husband and blaming her fate on his absence, Eiko cursed his name, her love for him turning to hatred. This, too, seemed to fuse with her chakra. For with every Suigin woman’s journey to bring healing to the world, all shared similar fates. Short, passionate, yet ill-fated love affairs would befall each of them during their lifetimes, leaving them pregnant and ushering them back to Kusunokizan to give birth to their daughter, raise her…and eventually, in some manner, pass on to protect her.

     But not all of the inherited chakra was a curse.

     With Suigin’s gift of chakra came a dramatic shift in the family’s natures. Not only was Eiko a civilian, but her and her husband’s chakra natures were vastly different than what Kazue’s turned out to be. So strong was the sage’s influence, her very nature was shifted to only yin and yang, as Suigin had honed her chakra to be over her quest for sagehood.

     With it came a kekkei genkai. By combining the yin and yang energies of their chakra, Suigin women found themselves able to utilize In'yōton, Onmyōton (Yin-Yang Release). From this developed their kekkei genkai, Iyashino Shiroi Te (white hands of healing), as well as a smaller, secondary kekkei genkai, Katsuryoku no Kawa (river of vitality). The first allowed for faster, more efficient medical ninjutsu, their chakra more ‘attuned’ to the art and allowing them to push the boundaries of conventional healing techniques. The second was tied to nature chakra.

     Like Jūgo’s bloodline, with its ties to Ryūchidō, so too did the Suigin line’s chakra originate from the snake sages. However, after Suigin’s extensive training and refining of her chakra, the constant intake of nature chakra that led to the imbalance and berserk form of Jūgo’s clan was tamed into a more regulated intake, activated only once a person had achieved a sage state and opened themselves to nature chakra manually, allowing them to slowly and passively take in nature chakra to help maintain this state.

     But that did not make them immune to imbalance.

     After Eiko’s death, Suigin took to training her daughter, Kazue, to help hone her skills. Regular medical training began at age six, expanding into her early to mid teens. Once her body had matured, Suigin began senjutsu training.

     At the entrance to her cave, the dragon sage had the girl meditate, learning to balance her inner energies in order to awake a sage state. This training continued for several years until Suigin felt she had mastered it.

     With the ability to amplify her chakra pool with nature chakra, Kazue was able to work up to the advanced techniques developed by her teacher: barriers to protect herself, and medical techniques too costly to use without the extra chakra. With enough training, a Suigin could reach levels of being able to manipulate their chakra from within, healing wounds without the need of using their hands to guide it, or numbing parts of the body against pain or torture if they were restrained. The most advanced could even bring about their own death without moving if compromised by severing the brain stem innately with their own chakra.

     But balance was not always easy to maintain. Take in too little nature chakra, and she would lose her sage state. Take in too much…and the chakra would warp her. Then like her cousin line, she would be thrown into a berserker state. Her physical features would change – elongated nails, canines, and toughened skin. Her emotions would fly into a dangerous rage, making her a threat to any nearby until she managed to use up the extra chakra, or be forced out by outside stimuli.

     But the state was arguably necessary. The barrier techniques – dependent on raw chakra – were too costly to use for more than a few minutes without the additional energy. And techniques like Tamashī no Kaishū (soul retrieval) would result in death almost instantly without it. So each Suigin clan member was taught over a span of years to truly master senjutsu, along with other matters of training of the mind.

     During a Suigin’s training, from an early age, they were molded to release any fear of death or dying when concerning themselves. It stemmed from a belief that a medic’s first and foremost concern should be not themselves, but their patients when they are in the process of healing. Without a fear of their own demise, they could go to any lengths to serve their patients.

     As a whole, the Suigin mantra encouraged balance between caring for one’s self, and those they are able to help. But when faced with death, Suigin clan members were taught not to be fearful, as it could distract from matters at hand, i.e. healing a patient when there is an imminent threat. In the end, Suigin clan members were expected to put their very lives on the line, should it save another. They were taught a certain detachment from their mortal forms. Though they were still encouraged and taught to defend themselves - hence their heavy focus in learning barriers for protection - any fear or hesitation in the face of death was completely eradicated.

     Some, like Tsunade, considered this a faulty practice, as her own mantra put the lives of medics first and foremost, including the rule that the medic must be the last of a team alive, and never on the front line. But Suigin believed that their purpose was, in a sense, subservient: that their first and foremost role in life was to give, no matter the manner. If that included their own lives for the sake of others, then “so be it”.

     In short, Suigin were trained to put the lives of others above all else, even their own mortality. But in a manner to counteract unnecessary loss, the family was also trained in small but powerful barriers.

     There are three barriers Suigin women learned. The barriers - Bōei no Kabe (wall of repulsion), Shōkyaku no Kabe (wall of combustion), and Kagami no Kabe (wall of mirrors) all took massive amounts of chakra, and got progressively more costly. Thus, all required a sage state to be used effectively, or for any long duration of time. Barriers had to be learned to such a degree that they could be done almost without thought to allow concentration on the medical ninjutsu they protect.

     The first, Bōei no Kabe, was a solid wall of chakra that could reflect any physical matter, but not sound waves. It took the least chakra of the three. With it, the caster could repel most jutsu to keep themselves guarded while healing on the battlefield. In theory, it could also be used to crush anything the chakra could be erected over, including people, though it depended on the strength of the one casting it. Doing so also violated the training a Suigin goes through…though it remained possible if absolutely necessary.

     The second, Shōkyaku no Kabe, was a more intense chakra that would incinerate anything physical that came into contact with it. It was more costly than the first. It could be used to clear debris, incinerate offensive weapons or defensive structures, or anything else necessary.

     The third, Kagami no Kabe, bent light, and rendered anything beneath it unseen. It was the most costly, and could not be maintained for long, nor in a large scale. It also did nothing to dampen sound, so those beneath it must still have taken care to remain silent. It could also still be sensed by elite sensors, or seen by those with the Sharingan or Byakugan.

     The first two barriers could also be wielded in almost any shape for more versatile purposes. With defensive hand-to-hand, small Bōei barriers could be made along the wielder’s palms (or other vulnerable body parts) to protect them from weapons like kunai. They could also be manipulated beyond the caster – they could be thrown, or erected at a distance to move or protect someone else, though doing so took more chakra depending on the distance between themselves and their target. Small, disc-shaped barriers had been known to be thrown to wound targets at a distance. When done with Shōkyaku barriers, it could burn straight through a target, possibly severing limbs, or even cleaving an enemy in twain.

     A specialty jutsu created by Suigin, Shikake-sen (literally tripwire) was a defensive technique that created a chakra string of nature chakra that tied to one’s nature chakra pool. When the lines were interrupted, they resonated with the caster to alert them to an intruder. Depending on the caster’s skill and chakra pool, the ‘signal’ was affected by distance: the further a caster moved from their tripwire, the harder it was to feel when it had been tripped. Useful for setting up a perimeter around camps or in homes to alert when an intruder was present. The entirety of Kusunokizan was wired to Suigin’s chakra pool, allowing the dragon to know when anyone entered or left the valley.

     The medical technique known as Tamashī no Kaishū was the most costly of any Suigin technique, and was used only with great consideration and caution. With an offering of blood upon her palms, the caster sent her soul into the void, connected only by a thin string of chakra. While within, she could withdraw a single soul. But the void was a vacuum for chakra, and should she run out, she would be severed from her body, and her soul trapped in the void: dead. And, the longer a soul had been at rest, the further it must travel to reach her. Thus, only recently-deceased souls could be reasonably found before she succumbed to the void. When summoned, the soul was kept sated by the blood, and could either be sealed into a scroll for safekeeping, or placed into a body. Sealing a soul, however, was heavily frowned upon unless in case of emergency, for the soul - though it could not ‘die’ while sealed - would slowly fade and go mad.

     Several years after Suigin brought in her band of humans to form their village, Eiko’s daughter dared to hike to the tallest peaks as part of her training. There, she found a pristine forest of untouched trees and snow, from which formed the rivers that would feed into the main branch within her valley. Entranced, she wandered further into the forest before stumbling upon an injured owl.

     Managing to convey her good intentions, Kazue healed the avian’s injuries before watching it fly away.

     Before she could take her leave of the forest, however, Kazue found herself surrounded by dozens upon dozens of snow-white owls, ranging from average in size to a few nearly the size of horses.

     Having never before encountered humans, they had no means to speak. But somehow, the two species managed to convey gratitude from one side, and humility on the other. As a debt, the recovered owl - Seiten - accompanied Kazue back to Kusunokizan. The healer managed to teach the bird basic speech, and the pair became inseparable.

     With Suigin’s help, the pair formed a new summoning contract. Seiten returned to Kōri no Mori, spreading the knowledge of human speech, and convincing his kin to agree to the contract. Whenever she had need of him, Kazue could summon the owl with a simple sacrifice of blood.

     From then on, each Suigin woman would take a traditional journey to Kōri no Mori, and initiate a new contract with one of the resident owls as a partner, messenger, and rarely, an ally in combat.

     Once her training was complete, and her partner secured, Kazue set out to echo in her mother’s footsteps as Suigin desired: she left the valley to bring healing and teachings of peace to those beyond its mountainous walls. She did so for many years, watching the tides of war ebb and flow. Rumors of a spirit-woman of colorless features that could raise the dead passed over the lands. But after falling in love with a man only to end the affair in sadness, Kazue – like her mother – eventually returned to Kusunokizan, ridden with child.

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SUIGIN ICHIZOKU NO SHŌEN

     At the southernmost end of the Kusunoki no Tani, the manor for the Suigin clan was built. Two stories, with many wings, sprawling gardens, and intricate detailing, it was - and still is - the crowning jewel of the village of Kusunokizan. Built in preparation for the clan growing, it never grew beyond mother and daughter pairs. Even so, it served as a hub for the village, employing members of the populace in its upkeep; as a place for social gatherings; and shelter when emergency struck. Seals around the main house were rigged to hold nature energy in order to fuel barriers to protect it.

     Crafted from stone carved in making the steps to Suigin’s plateau and camphor wood cut in preparation for the agricultural fields of the village, it features intricately-painted paper screens, a large kamidana, dozens of rooms, and several balconies. The grounds contain several gardens, varying from zen to decorative to herbal to agricultural. Ponds dot the acreage, and a tributary from the main river flows under the house and through the grounds, ending back into the southern lake behind the manor. It also had a private livery, including chickens, steers, sheep, and at varying points, horses for riding. Like all other houses in the village, it had a water wheel for machinations, and later electricity.

     During the attack by Iwa, Reika was able to activate the seals, keeping the manor from suffering any damage by fire or other ninjutsu. But none of the villagers were able to make it to the safety of the barrier, and Reika herself was slain just beyond the door by an Iwa nin. By the time Konoha forces investigated the smoke rising over the mountains, the seals had run out of chakra reserve, allowing them inside to find Ryū.

     Upon her return at age eighteen, Ryū - unable to keep up the manor as a whole - only occupied one wing, and focused most of her time on the more usable parts of the grounds and fields beyond the main house. It’s only in Ryū no Ryokan that the manor is used as a whole when converted into an inn.

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