Suzaku maintained a composed demeanor as he absorbed the updates from the other Kage during their virtual summit. The revelation of Yuichirō’s demise from the Kazekage, Shishiō, was particularly unsettling. Known for her formidable Scorch Release and her capacity to summon destructive tornadoes, Yuichirō had been a significant force. Her successor, Shishiō Shirogane, brought a different skill set as a puppet master, prompting Suzaku to ponder the implications for the Sand's military strength.
The discussions further revealed extensive damage in Kumogakure, shared by Chika, the world's first complete Jinchuriki, who also reported significant casualties. This pattern of destruction extended to Iwagakure, emphasizing the formidable nature of their adversaries. As Suzaku wrestled with these thoughts, a new face appeared on the screen, introducing himself as Yuki Kuro, the new Mizukage. Suzaku momentarily digressed to question the whereabouts of the former Mizukage but quickly refocused on the matter at hand.
"Glad to see Kirigakure has withstood the storm," Suzaku remarked, his voice carrying a mix of relief and seriousness. "This meeting is critical—we need to keep our lines of communication open. I suspect the attacks are far from over. Given the power of these enemies, I'm reconsidering the prudence of dispatching shinobi on regular missions; even the high-ranked threats in our bingo books seem trivial in comparison."
He paused, his gaze shifting to Itami, seeking to draw connections from the recent attack on Iwagakure. "The assault aimed to capture the Four Tails Jinchuriki. Was Taichi just a target of opportunity, or are all Jinchuriki at risk? If they are indeed targeting Jinchuriki, then we are all in peril—particularly Kumogakure, led by a Jinchuriki herself." Suzaku fell silent, allowing his words to resonate with the other Kage, waiting for their insights and decisions on how to navigate these looming threats.
Location: [Hokage Office]
Posting Order: Suzaku --> Shishiō -> Chika --> Itami --> Kuro Yuki
Posting Time Limit (PTL): 3 Days (Approximately 72 Hours)
Skip Points: II