[h3]Kushizu Ienari[/h3]

"That sounds like a plan I can get behind and the thanks for the added boast". Kushizu smiled and got up. He liked Ataru's plan, even if it was different then what he is used to. Normally Kimiko would be in the lead with Ataru in the back supporting the team. It could throw the other team off or make it easy for them to win. Though with Kimiko as the flag's defender, getting their flag will not be easy. Granted that is if Kimiko agrees to the plan that is. Since he kinda doubted that since Kimiko was their strongest, that she would like to be a flag defender. Still, Kimiko may surprise him. 

Then he heard Daichi say begin and Kushizu watched as Mizo immediately rush on to the field. Followed by Hoseki shortly behind her. "Frick, looks like we are on", Kushizu rushed on to the field and stood in between the other team and the flag. Noting Hoseki's fiery display as fire moved towards them and around them. This guy does not care if he burns the whole field down. Which Kushizu would rather not get burned the day before the chunin exams.  

"What are they planning? Kushizu said under his breath as the fire raved. Preparing himself for a fight, Kushizu did a series of hand signs, used the Water Release to summon weapons made of water. Specifically, a sword made of water and held it in a defensive stance while his team gets into position. Kushizu in a way was a counter to Hoseki in that his fire techniques are weak to his water ninjutsu. Still, he is more of a bruiser and Kushizu may not last long against him if he lands a hit. But, Kushizu fighting style is around dodging attacks until an opening presents itself. So as long as he can dodge Hoseki's attacks and Kushizu is confident he can. It will not be a problem. Just needs to wait while his team gets into position on the field and then the game can really start.