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Raging Fenrir Not chosen, but still the one.
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Ryozan Tanzo
Chuunin
Alias - Akahane (The Red Feather)
Age - 17
Gender - M
Sexual Orientation - Straight
Occupation - Falconer
Personality - His most defining trait is his stoicism. Even when facing seemingly impossible odds, Ryozan remains cool and collected. Despite his strategic mind, his introverted nature makes it difficult for him to be an authoritative leader. He is compassionate, caring deeply for his friends and family, and he believes that even prisoners of war should be treated like people. He is hopelessly shy around women in any social setting. In the field, he thinks of them as shinobi, not girls, but when he's not in mission mode...
Family Name - Tanzo
Family Bloodline trait - N/A
Village - Sand Village
Background - The Tanzo clan is revered across Sunagakure for their mastery over birds of prey. The second youngest of seven siblings, Ryozan was faced with immense pressure to succeed in his falconry and ninja training. Upon entering the academy, he was given his very own falcon, Tsumemaru. He formed a closer bond with his falcon than with any of his classmates, and despite his prestigious family name, the other students thought of him as a bit of a weirdo. However, when it came to academics, he was top of his class, attaining the rank of Genin with ease.
As a Genin, his sensei was worried that Ryozan would go too far, too fast, and held him and his team back from harder missions. Ryozan was a talented shinobi, but he was still young and inexperienced, and had quite a bit to learn about teamwork. He pestered his sensei numerous times to let him take the Chuunin exams, but his sensei held him back, saying it was for his own good.
When Ryozan was 14, his mother was killed on a mission. The entire clan mourned the loss of Shizuka Tanzo, and Sunagakure felt the loss of one of its greatest falconers. Dealing with this grief forced Ryozan to grow up a bit. It was the first thing he lost that he truly cared about, and he sought solace in his friends. Ryozan calmed down a bit afterwards, becoming less hasty, and less reckless. Finally, his sensei allowed his squad to take the Chuunin exams, and he passed on his first try.
When war broke out, Ryozan was fortunate to be assigned elsewhere during the battle of Recovunx Pass. His sensei and two eldest siblings were not so fortunate. Any idle thoughts of using the war to prove himself were instantly banished. Now he just wants to bring an end to this war and protect the ones he cares about.
Parents - Keiji and Shizuka(deceased) Tanzo
The Tanzo Siblings - Yuuta, Ryozan, Megumi, Kojuro, Kaito, Shizune (deceased), Ryuuto (deceased)
Equipment - Tsumemaru - Although technically classified as a ninja tool, Ryozan sees his falcon as his partner. The two are inseparable, eating at the same table, sleeping in the same room, and even bathing together. Tsumemaru is trained in combat and surveillance, and since he is linked to Ryozan's chakra, is more resilient than a typical falcon.
Bird Whistle - A shrill whistle used to communicate with Tsumemaru over long distances.
Scimitar - Used in one of his primary forms of Taijutsu (see Namiha-ryu below)
Standard Ninja Gear - Shurikens, Kunai, Explosive tags. All the good stuff no ninja would leave home without.
Clothing - Ryozan tends to dress lightly, wearing a thin vest over a light shirt. Upon becoming a chuunin, he has reluctantly donned the Sand Village's combat vest, though he wishes he didn't have to. His pants are light and baggy and he uses a thin scarf to protect himself from the desert sun.
Personal Items - Aside from his wallet, Ryozan tends not to carry anything on him he feels is extraneous. In his room, though, he keeps a feather representing his mother and two lost siblings.
Chakra Nature - Wind
Kekkei Genkai - N/A
Takame no Jutsu (Hawkeye Technique)
Data:
Classification - Ninjutsu
Nature - N/A
Class - Supplementary
Range - Self
Hand Seals - Tiger
Effect - Ryozan links his chakra with Tsumemaru, temporarily granting him heightened vision. While the technique is active, he can read a newspaper from a hundred yards away.
Type - Hiden
Tamashi Setsuzoku no Jutsu (Soul Link Technique)
Data:
Classification - Ninjutsu
Nature - N/A
Class - Supplementary
Range - 1 mile
Hand Seals - Dragon, Rat, Hair, Boar
Effect - Ryozan links his chakra with Tsumemaru and can experience the world through his falcon. While in this state, he can also directly control Tsumemaru, but his own body becomes inactive. Ryozan still detect major disturbances in his body, like being punched, or falling over, and can end the technique at will.
Type - Hiden
Takachizu no Jutsu (Hawk Map Technique)
Data:
Classification - Ninjutsu
Nature - N/A
Class - Supplementary
Range - 1 mile
Hand Seals - Ram, Hair, Dog
Effect - Ryozan links his chakra from Tsumemaru and calls upon his falcon’s senses to create a map. He flattens the ground in front of him, and it warps into a topographical map of a given area based on what Tsumemaru sees. The higher Tsumemaru is elevated, the wider the range of the map. The closer Tsumemaru is, and the longer Ryozan uses the technique, the more detailed the map becomes. It can become detailed to the point where it will depict individual people if Tsumemaru can see them. When Ryozan ends the technique, the map crumbles into normal sand.
Type - Hiden
Taka Bunshin no Jutsu (Hawk Clone Technique)
Data:
Classification - Ninjutsu
Nature - N/A
Class - Supplementary
Range - 50 ft.
Hand Seals - Dragon, Monkey, Rat, Bird
Effect - Ryozan pours his chakra into Tsumemaru and create up to a dozen clones of his falcon. The clones behave like shadow clones.
Type - Ninjutsu
Fuuton: Takaha no Jutsu (Wind Release: Hawk Blade Technique)
Data:
Classification - Ninjutsu
Nature - Wind
Class - Offensive
Range - 50 ft.
Hand Seals - Monkey, Ox, Snake, Bird
Effect - Ryozan pours wind element chakra into Tsumemaru, creating a razor-sharp aura of wind around the falcon. Tsumemaru flies forward at high speeds, slicing his enemy. This technique must be used in moderation, as it is very strenuous for Tsumemaru. This technique can be used on Hawk clones, but the vanish after one attack, regardless of whether it hits.
Type - Chakra Flow
Fuuton: Kazeho no Jutsu (Wind Release: Gale Step Technique)
Data:
Classification - Nintaijutsu
Nature - Wind
Class - Supplementary
Range - Self
Hand Seals - Bird
Effect - Ryozan channels wind chakra to his feet, giving him sudden bursts of speed. Can be used for prolonged sprinting, but doing so is very draining.
Type - Chakra Flow
Fuuton: Hakai-Teki Tatsumaki no Jutsu (Wind Release: Destructive Tornado Technique)
Data:
Classification - Ninjutsu
Nature - Wind
Class - Offensive
Range - 100ft.
Hand Seals - Bird, Ox, Snake, Dragon, Hare, Bird
Effect - Ryozan’s most taxing technique. He uses wind chakra to create a violent tornado. Its destructive power is directly related to how much chakra he pours into the attack. Due to the amount of chakra required, Ryozan tends to use this technique as a last resort.
Type - Ninjutsu
Fuuton: Kyoumei Kazeha no Jutsu (Wind Release: Resonating Wind Blade Technique)
Data:
Classification - Ninjutsu
Nature - Wind
Class - Offensive
Range - Touch
Hand Seals - Bird
Effect - Ryozan channels wind chakra into his blade, causing it to let out a shrill ring. He can release the chakra as a powerful blast of wind, but Ryozan regards that as a useless technique. The true power of the technique is revealed when he cuts an opponent with the resonating blade. He pours the wind chakra into his opponent, and then the elemental chakra violently bursts forth from their body, causing severe lacerations. It can burst forth with enough force to tear through armor as well.
Type - Chakra Flow
Nageru Kaze-ryu (Flowing Wind Style)
Data:
Classification - Taijutsu
Nature - N/A
Class - Offensive
Range - Length of the sword
Hand Seals - N/A
Effect - A sword style that focuses on a rhythmic cycle between offense and defense. The style seeks to bait the enemy into an attack, turn their strikes, and then counter when there’s an opening. It alternates between periods of tight defense and flurries of attacks.
Type - Bukijutsu
Tsume-ken (The Talon Fist)
Data:
Classification - Nintaijutsu
Nature - N/A
Class - Offensive
Range - Touch
Hand Seals - N/A
Effect - A hand to hand style that mimic’s a bird’s talons. By channeling chakra into his hands, Ryozan gains destructive power in his strikes, and incredible grip strength. The hallmark of this style is catching the enemy’s blows and damaging them as they strike you.
Type - Chakra Flow
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Raging Fenrir Not chosen, but still the one.
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Haruka Orihara
Nicknames: Otome-ken (Sword Maiden)
Age: 23
Gender: Female
Rank: Troop Captain
Specializations: Power Strikes, Judo
Personality: Haruka strictly adheres to laws and the code of the samurai. She believes evildoers must be punished and will not overlook even minor offenses. Despite her strict discipline, she is rather soft-spoken, often preferring to be the listener than the speaker. She is confident, but does not boast about her abilities. She seeks justice and honor, but has little interest in glory. If one can get past her stern demeanor, though, they will find a kind heart that truly cares for people.
Biography: Haruka was the daughter of a Samurai and grew up with 5 older brothers. As a child it was clear that she had little interest in becoming a "proper lady." She romped about her father's estate with her brothers and even cried less than them. She would pretend she was a boy to attend the martial arts lessons that were provided for her brothers under the alias "Haku." As she grew older, it became apparent to the teacher that she wasn't a boy, but he simply laughed it off and allowed her to continue her lessons since she was not showing any signs of falling behind.
As Haruka reached adulthood, her father tried marrying her off to suitors, hoping she would settle down into a peaceful life. He regretted being so lenient with her during childhood, though, as she seemed to give off a frightening aura. Whether or not this was intentional, she would not say, but she observed decorum to the letter so none could complain. Her father then presented her a challenge. He would allow her to continue practicing her swordsmanship to her heart's content, but if he could find a suitor who could defeat her in combat, she must marry that man. She still remains unmarried.
When the Boshin War broke out, Haruka's father remained a staunch shogunate supporter. He spoke out vocally against the Imperials, calling them Western Dogs. This made him an early target for the imperial forces. The Orihara estate was besieged by superior far superior forces wielding Western rifles. They fought bravely, but stood little chance. As Haruka prepared to face her fate in battle, a handmaiden, acting on her father's instructions, served her some drugged tea. Haruka passed out and was whisked away to safety. She was spared from the massacre since the Imperial forces decided it was better to spare the women and children.
Haruka would not forgive the Imperials or her handmaiden for denying her an honorable death. She rejected the idea of living out her days as a commoner, and fell in with the Shinsengumi. She had never felt more at home. Here, she could carry out justice and fight the evil that had destroyed her family.
Fighting Style: Haruka's swordsmanship appears simplistic to the untrained eye. It consists primarily of basic strikes and stances. However, rather than striving for elegance, her master taught her brutal efficiency. You needn't rely on tricks if you strike more swiftly and powerfully than your enemy. Haruka focuses on crushing enemies with relentless powerful strikes. However, she was also taught Judo for those times where she is separated from her blade. Her unarmed fighting style is the mirror image of her swordsmanship. Biding time, waiting for the enemy to move, and using their own strength against them. Before her estate was raided, her Master gave her a final lesson: combine these two styles to create the true essence of Orihara swordsmanship. She trains diligently hoping to achieve this pinnacle of technique, but knows she still has a long way to go.
Preferred Weapon(s): Katana
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