Mist District

[Yatoru]

Standing upon the tree branch, watching from beneath his mask; Mugen noticed a secondary Chakra making its appearance, this was a sensory caused by his Sharingan he kept hidden beneath his Hyokotto Mask. Not turning as this young man spoke towards him in such a low manner that only the two could hear, Normally Mugen would do his best to ignore the individual, but for some reason he knew that gaining aid from a secondary party could prove beneficial to the completion of this bounty. Such a notion having crossed his mind, the young Uchiha slowly turned his head, in an almost swaying and fast motion to reveal the Hyokotto mask or festival mask that concealed his face; Due to the strangeness of his attire his Clan crest remained concealed to the outfit top beneath the robes as he spoke with the same low tone yet a goofy accent,​

"Hello there friend! My business with this so called Shimo clan, well how do I say... They took my dearest grandmothers walking can, kicked her down and mugged her. It truly was a saddening moment for her before her life came to an abrupt end... I'm here seeking righteous Justice! What about you good sir?!"​

Having said this low enough as to not catch the attention of the targeted clan, Mugen changed his posture to resemble that of a goof individual; as to not draw any attention to the truth of who he truly is, this persona was a tribulation to his youngest brother; one in which he enacts wholeheartedly. Though as he leaned himself against the base of the tree in an almost "Cool" manner only to playfully slide before regathering himself, he'd await for this mysterious youths response, deep down cautiously analyzing any and every word this young shinobi may say.

 

[Mellow]

As he listened to every word said by this shinobi, it was quite clear what his intentions were regarding the Shimo clan. They were the same as his own intentions which was the complete and utter annihilation of the clan as a whole. Putting his childish demeanor to the side, whoever this newcomer was, would definitely make this mission go by smoother. Though there was a few things that they needed to discuss to perfectly execute the plan, while night would be approaching in the upcoming hours; waiting too long would definitely reveal their location. Which meant they'd need to retreat for the moment or take them out swiftly but quietly. If anything, Kuro can be a diversion since this clan has no idea about his knowledge of their plan, and with him being the teacher of their precious Saito Shimo, his betrayal will be the last thing expected by this clan.
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Kuroshiki: Hmm, so you're here for the same reason I am. I planned on accomplishing this alone, but since you're here things just got easier. In fact I have a plan. This clan's precious genin is my student, so me being part of this little scheme will be least expected. We have a few options to take, use me as a distraction and take out the guards, as long as we don't make any noise the rest will easy if they're not expecting it. Or, we gather them together, and I can take them all out together. Or you take care of the ones outside while slip through the buildings. There's 2 guards by the front entrance to the estate, there's normally others patrolling the buildings but not too many. I don't need to resort to my other plan since you're here so I get to save my energy.​

Just like before, his voice was only loud enough for the newcomer to hear. While he was open to other plans, he also didn't want to risk them getting the chance to react since that would only complicate things.
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Kuroshiki: Whatever we do will need to be carefully executed. 1 mistake and we'll be in a all out war. Before we do this, you got any ideas yourself so we can make the perfect action as a combined effort.​

 

[Yatoru]

Listening to this so called plan from the new person, Mugen noticed that these plans were set for the here and now, and as a response the member of Root spoke low enough with a goofy accent,​

"Why not just wait till they are asleep? It would make taking members out soooooooooooooo much easier. Like yeah yeah a couple guards here and there. But It is better than a bunch of scary guys all at once if we make a mistake. Kill two squirrels with one paper ya know?!"​

Having stated this, Mugen slowly slip on hand into his shinobi pouch located under his coat, his fingers grabbing a couple Kunai's before sliding them out as he swiftly threw them into the air, allowing the first to to ascend towards the heavens, a secondary two were thrown only to make a connection to the first two as they are redirected forcing the second pair to swiftly launch towards two Shimo Clan Members posted at watch towers as the Kunai's swiftly but quietly pierced both Guards through their eye sockets, this would lead to a swift death along with a silent one as Mugen stood before a descending sun, the eye sockets of his mask emitting a faint red glow showing something more sinister as he spoke once more,​

"No matter, the hunt begins now... Just handle the Eastern part of the estate. I'll deal with the Western. Most will be asleep making taking them out effortless. Those who are on patrol will follow the same fate. Once my signal is triggered, the Eastern members will surround me... That is when you strike. Leave no one alive; this includes your precious student."​

As his voice changed to his true personality, Mugen just as the sun fell and darkness casted its gentle veil across the land, the Root Member Vanished, his body sinking into the very tree he leaned on leaving no trace for sensory type shinobi to track. This technique was the Hiding in Surface technique. By his first act of assassination this signaled the beginning of the Mission but the End for the Shimo Clan. Moving through the ground, directly under the Shimo Clan Estate, Mugen left behind various clusters of paper bombs under the buildings where Shimo Clan Members prepared to slumber; unaware of their impending demise that would soon follow. With his bombs being set up before reappearing at the gates of the Shimo Clans Eastern side, a sudden eruption of flames ignited, the sounds of explosives going off in sync erupted and scattered debris across the estate. Buildings pushing up from their foundation, flames and smoke scattering to the heavens as members of the Shimo clan who lived in the Western part were tossed around, limbs being ripped off in their sleep like state, even those patrolling would find the same fate as one guard is thrown into the air, half of his torso shredded and missing as blood began to rain down towards the Eastern side; where the Remaining Shimo became alerted and quickly surrounded Mugen who merely stood with his hand firmly grasping the hilt of his Katana resting upon his hip. His Sharingan analyzing each member, as he waited for the other guy to take action as the signal would be as clear as day.

 

[Mellow]

Kuro couldn't get over strange child like nature of this individual he had come across on his mission, though even though his nature reminded him of an overly excited kid; This shinobi did in fact produce a plan that Kuro could get behind as it was surely smart but they'd still need to wait out the time which was something he mentioned to himself earlier. However, right before he was able to give a reply, this other man suddenly threw a couple shuriken into the air which bounced off of each other on impact and took out 2 of the guards who were scouting from watch towers within the Shimo Clan Estate. Suddenly, a different voice came from the other one as well; The words being spoken by both tones on top of the actions he had just taken completely went against what he was just saying. The look on the younger ninja's face was one of confusion and annoyance already and he could tell this was going to be a strange but interesting partnership, at least for the time being.
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Kuro (Mind): The hell is wrong with this dude? Either he's taking some serious drugs or he's completely lost his mind.​

Regardless, they had to act fast and since the mystery ninja had already went into action and informed Kuro on which sides they'd be taking, on top of the plan to lure them all to him for the Kaguya shinobi to make his move. As such, using his shikotsumyaku from his Kaguya heritage; Kuro manipulated the bones on within his own skeletal structure to create a series of deadly blades effortlessly around his body. He had already spotted around 4 guards patrolling the sides of the building below him where Kuro was currently positioned. Though they were all spread out and on separate corners. Drawing inspiration from the Ibari clan's Kekkei Genkai, Kuro shrouded his body in a mysterious, swirling smoke, a technique known only to the clan's elite. As he moved forward, he took on the illusion of a spectral phantom, his form flickering and distorting as if composed of smoke itself. This ethereal guise granted him unparalleled stealth, allowing him to traverse the darkest of shadows without detection. As he reached the first pair of guards, without making a sound, Kuro emerged from the shadows, his bones poised for a silent strike all while remaining smoke and only hardening the bone blades when he was ready to use them. The guards sensed nothing amiss until it was too late; his bone blades glided through the bodies of both shimo clan guards with such power and quickness, that the only motion from the victims made were the shaking of their bodies while they were being sliced to pieces, not even able to make so much as a whisper from the speed and precision of the attack, especially since he attacked the necks first, slicing through the vocal cords as a whole before moving on to the rest of the body all within a mere second. As the bodies of the shinobi fell to the ground, it was revealed that every part of their bodies had been cut to ribbons, leaving them more than a pile of blood and mush as they crumbled to the ground before returning back to the shadow and scaling yet another tree.

After scaling the tree, Kuro yet again made use of his own techniques, solidifying his hands for but a moment to shoot a smoke infused bone straight into the neck of the furthest guard which not only shattered the vocal cords but the the bone bullet itself bounced off each vertebrae into the next and slowly began destroying the spine. Meanwhile Kuro himself hand dropped down from the tree and landed right on top of another as if he was sitting on his shoulders, but with a single swift motion; Bone blades stabbed into the neck of the guard and just as he spun around before doing a backflip off of the guard, Kuro successfully removed his head from his shoulders and killing the guard. Though things still were not finished as of yet; During the backflip, Kuro's body once again became smoke as he quickly glided to the body of the 4th guard and entering his body through the mouth and the neck where the bullet entered.

During this phase, Kuro began attacking the body from the inside doing further internal damage before the smoke slowly exited the mouth but formed hands, one hand on the lower jaw and the other on the upper jaw. Only mere moments later, these hands pushed in opposite directions and forced the Shimo clan member to be ripped in half as Kuro revealed himself after pushing through the body of the poor soul and returning back to his normal state. With that, the outside guards of the first couple buildings had been taken care of.

 

[Yatoru]

With the Western Portion of the Shimo Clan estate ablaze, and Mugen surrounded by the remaining Shimo Clan Guards leaving the bystanders of the clan and young inside the eastern portion, Mugen stood watching these guards transform their bodies into Hulking monsters comprised of a strange viscous liquid. From beneath his mask, a smirk curled upon his face, his hand slowly moving from his weapons hilt as the eye sockets of his mask began emitting a more scarlet hue as Chakra began swirling from the left hand of Mugen. The Hulking creatures preparing to strike lunged forth tendrils towards their attacker at such furious speeds only to find them colliding with one another as Mugen sinked back into the ground before reappearing behind of on the creatures, his left fist swiftly swinging and pushing against the gooey substance before alas tearing the head completely off, this revealed a revelation. As the head slammed against the soil, the tendrils seemingly died out before revealing the Shimo Clansman head. The body which had lost its head swiftly reverted to normal as Mugen took this information in, if not for his chakra enhanced strength it was clear a normal blow would do little to no damage to these transformations. This information was quite useful as Mugen slowly readjusted himself as the remaining five guards did their best to untether their tendrils from one another.

Mugen though wasn't going to give them the chance for a counter attack, no this time he was going to take all five out simultaneously with a single move. His left hand slowly molding the spiralling chakra into lightning allowed the crackling song of one thousand birds to ring forth, his arm extended out as he'd swiftly grasp his change in chakra nature forcing it to be given shape, forming forth a blade in his hand comprised entirely of Lightning, Mugen Uchiha lunged forth, his left hand swiftly swaying through the air as the blade with its enhanced cutting power cleaved through the five guard's torso, severing their bodies in half simultaneously as Mugen stopped past them, their corpses each falling rapidly apart as the Uchiha stood, barely gazing over his shoulder as the faint red glow emitted from his mask; the lightning chakra blade or Chidori Spear fading away as Mugen stood observing the transition from their transformation to their human state in real time. Hearing the strange liquid almost scream out in pain as Mugen swiftly pulled out a vial to capture a sample, as per request of the Assassination Mission. Leaning down before a corpse that had begun transforming back, Mugen managed to scoop up a sample allowing him to seal it shut keeping the strange cellular lifeform alive. Slowly returning to a standing position as his glow from his mask dimmed, though not deactivating his Three Tomoe Sharingan, this merely showed the calming of his being; staring towards the estate to see how this supposed ally will handle innocent individuals and children. Returning the Vial into his cloak, Mugen stood outside the estate, watching as smoke and flames danced from the western side, slowly but surely spreading to the Eastern, as the sound of the explosions would surely rile and awaken the remaining Shimo Civilians, this was a way for Mugen to see just what this Mysterious Shinobi was capable of in such a situation.​

(Mind): " Let see if he can handle his part if things get chaotic. If he was sent to assassinate this clan, this means he can't be a normal Shinobi hailing from this or another district. No, let us see just what this guy is capable of... He may prove a useful ally, if not... I'll just wipe his memory of my presence here..."​

Slowly leaping back to ascend to a distant tree for a better overview of the commotion where children and civilians run around frightened, the Uchiha member of the Organization Root stood watching, his arms slowly folding across on another as he waited ever so patiently.

 

[Mellow]

The estate of the Shimo Clan had slowly become an eerie landscape, bathed in the blood of the shimo clan members who had already been killed by the new duo. It was as if the very earth itself recoiled in fear of the impending clash. The symbiote-like clan emerged from the darkness, a horde of monstrous figures with elongated, glistening fangs and grotesque, writhing tendrils. Their collective presence was overwhelming, and the air thick with menace. Kuro, undeterred by the nightmarish spectacle before him, extended his skeletal fingers and summoned bone kunai. In a breathtaking display of his Kaguya lineage, more of these deadly blades emerged from his own body, hovering around him, waiting to be unleashed. Simultaneously, he tapped into the Ibari clan's secrets, enveloping himself in a shroud of enigmatic smoke, his form becoming a flickering illusion, difficult to discern amidst the chaos. The symbiote creatures, driven by their instinctive savagery, lunged at Kuro with unparalleled ferocity. Bone met symbiote, and the battle commenced. Kuro's bone kunai danced through the air, seeking out the creatures' weak points with lethal precision. With every strike, bones pierced through the monstrous forms, causing dark, viscous fluids to ooze and spatter. The Ibari smoke cloaked Kuro like a shadowy phantom, making him an elusive target. The symbiotes, though immense in power, found it challenging to track his movements amidst the swirling mist. They swung wildly, their tendrils lashing out in frustration. The battle was a chaotic symphony of savage roars, clashing bones, and the chilling wails of the symbiote creatures. Kuro's battle prowess, a fusion of Kaguya and Ibari arts, was unmatched. However, even with his skill; The creatures seemed to not have been affected by his attacks by normal means.

As the battle between Kuroshiki and the symbiote creatures raged on, he continued to dance through the battlefield, his skeletal body manipulating the very essence of his Kaguya lineage. His bone constructs became more intricate, more lethal. Ribcages formed impenetrable barriers, ribbons of bone lashed out like whips, and javelins of sharp bone flew through the air, seeking out their monstrous targets with deadly precision all while being laced with his smokey KKG. As these bones pierces him, parts of his essence were injected into the beasts, though they also pierced through their bodies and into the humans they used as hosts. Suddenly, each of them began feeling an intense amount of pain as the very essence of his being started electrocuting them alive from the inside with such intensity due to his lightning nature attacking their inners thanks to his Body Oxidation Technique. This in turn caused the symbiotic beasts forms to contort and begin growing weaker and more vulnerable was also as if the forms they took were being stripped away which left the human forms of the clan exposed while still being electrocuted from the insides. Finally, fire erupted from Kuro's palms in a blazing inferno. Fireballs burst forth, turning the strange substance into to charred husks. This also will have burned the bodies of the humans even more until the clan was left as no more than ples of ashes within the Shimo Clan Estate.
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Kuroshiki: Annoying pests, now that they're gone. It's one more that needs to be killed, but that will have to wait until he returns from the exams.​

With this, his smoke infused bones that had been shot out returned to him like smoke merging with more its own substance. Leaving absolutely no traces of his presence within the estate before moving out and making his way back towards the direction of the Mizukage's office while speaking out to the man that assisted him the battle as he passed by the tree he had retreated to with his hands within his own pockets, meanwhile his bones began putting themselves back in the proper places within his body as he disappeared into the misty fog.
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Kuroshiki: I appreciate the help, it's time for me to report back to Lord Mizukage. If you're around later or come back around this way in the future... Let's talk!​

 

[Yatoru]

The flames danced, consuming the very Estate of the Shimo Clan, not only consuming the remains of bodies, but also the very buildings and homes; no traces were untouched by the violent yet beautiful dance of flames. Mugen though stood, his eyes observing as he witnessed this mysterious Shinobi take out a group of the Transformed state of the Shimo Clan, impressed, something in Mugen's mind clicked a recollection of his youth as the Uchiha remained in silence waiting for the encroachment of this Mist Shinobi who once finished spoke the the Uchiha, talking about how he needed to go report this to the Mizukage, along with that if Mugen was ever around again to go and talk with this man. Taking in consideration, Mugen slowly leaped from the Tree, stopping directly before Kuro as he himself spoke with a calm tone,​

"Consider me impressed. You can call me an Ally who goes by the name of Mugen... Typically I'd just erase your memory of my being here and involvement. But I can tell you are not one to seek out unnecessary conflict or drama between villages. As such; I shall allow you to be the first to bare witness to my identity."​

Stating this just as clouds cloaked the moon shrouding like as a shadow casted across Mugen's upper body just at the perfect timing where his mask would be removed to show the face of Kuro's ally. This only being visible to that of Kuro before the mask was returned to his face; Mugen turned and began his journey from the Mist District to the Gold district.

Mist > Gold​

 

[Mellow]

Now that his mission, to assassinate the entire Shimo Clan on the eastern side of their estate, had been a resounding success. He carried the vital information he needed to relay to the Mizukage within the Mist District. Eventually, he came upon the Mizukage's residence as the guarding shinobi allowed him to pass. Making his way through the halls, he thought of everything that happened, though one thing that was happening the shinobi unaware of, is that one of the symbiotic creature was still attached to one of his bone blades when they returned to his body. Finally, he reached the office where Lord Kazuo had been, adorned in the traditional attire of the mist leader. Kuro, displaying a respectful bow as he began to relay the information regarding the successful assassination of the Shimo Clan. He spoke in calm but serious tone, each word carrying the weight of his mission and the importance of the information he bore.
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Kuroshiki: Lord Kazuo, I have returned from the estate of the Shimo Clan as their elimination has been successful. Though, there was a member of the leaf here as well who aided me in their elimination. Apparently the Shimo clan also caused him trouble as well, so their existence alone was a threat to our cause, forgive me for not awaiting your approval, sir. But if they were allowed to remain alive, they may have tried to take over the Mist as well. As for the information I have for you, they seemed to have had the ability to transform into some large creatures. But it was almost like they were being possessed; If we can manage to get a sample of that and study it off of Saito when he returns from the exams.. Perhaps we can utilize that ability for something and create our own varient, utilize it as a weapon, or sell it. Either way, having such an ability without the Shimo Clan in control of it can greatly benfit us.​

Though, without even knowing, a strange white substance emerged from the top of his clothing where his shoulder was. Its size and form resembled that of an albino worm wriggling around and merging at the base of the shoulder as if it were trying to enter his body when it reality is was already attempting to make a bond with the Shinobi.
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Kuroshiki: In other news, what do you suggest we do about the boy once he returns anyway?​

 

[Yatoru]

Since the events of the chunin exams, and having been promoted to Chunin, Saito Shimo had made his return to the district of mist; where as he approached his clans estate, a sudden realization sunk in; the ruins that remained stood before him. His eyes widened as he stared at the once beloved home of his people reduced to smoldering ash and ruins. This sinking in as both Saito and his Special genetic anomaly Kekkei Genkai called Null let out a scream; both voices molding together as Null began to overtake Saito's body. Transitioning into the Hulking creature, some changes would occur. Tendrils spreading out and reforming into bat like wings; its fingers becoming talons as Null let out a shriek so fierce the ruins of some buildings began crumbling. Nulls attention turning to remnants of bones as this clicked two and two together, the very person Saito looked up too had betrayed his people... And such a factor would only lead to one necessity; the need for blood shed. Nulls attention turning towards the location of the Mist village, his wings extended and tightened before letting out one flap as he lunged in the direction towards the village, using tendrils to accelerate himself by propelling himself forward as he glided through the air; moving in the direction of the village to wreak the chaos and destruction deeply sowed in Nulls nature!.

 

[Mellow]

With Mellow already being transported on the branch of a tree that overlooked the Wetlands area where his family home hides, sunlight illuminated the through the area, as his eyes looked over the area. As usual, the air was thick with a haunting melodies of their clan and in the distance stood the leader of their Shitai Branch, () who stood near their cave as Mellow dropped down from the branch and began heading towards the cave itself. Mellow of course was met with a glare that held the mix of coldness and pride from the man; The young genin never really like the new leader and never followed the orders under his rule as he only took direct orders from his mother or only chose to do what was asked of him by his older siblings.
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Mellow: Come on, don't get all sentimental on me. That's not like you.​

Shitai Branch Leader: Mellow, you've proven yourself in the trials of the Chunin Exams. The spirit of Lady Keres rests strong within you. Come inside, we have something for you.​

The child's gaze met with the leader's as his skill was acknowledged which gave him a newfound sense of confidence. Just then, emerging from the shadows of the cave entrance, Mellow's mother, Tenken Tomogui, who was the overall leader of their clan appeared. Her glare towards him also held a slight form of coldness, but her nod and smile towards him before walking up to him and giving him a warm hug was all the acknowledgement he needed. As mother and son shared a tender moment, the trio stood at the water's edge, the family bond woven into the very fabric of their attire. Even though he felt the hug to be unnecessary; Mellow understood what it meant as he gently moved his mom back with a nervous laugh.
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Tenken Tomogui: You've returned victorious, The great Wendigo spirit has favored you, Mellow. Here, the next chapter of your journey begins.​

The entrance to the family cave loomed before Mellow Tomogui as he followed them, the damp walls seemed to pulse with the essence of the Wendigo, and Mellow couldn't help but feel a mixture of anticipation and reverence as he crossed the threshold. His mother, Tenken Tomogui, the supreme clan leader overseeing both branches, walked beside him. Her presence was a reassuring anchor, a symbol of guidance in the mysterious currents of the clan's legacy. The flickering shadows cast by the torches lining the cave walls played on the intricate symbols telling their history. As they stepped further into the cavernous space, the subdued murmurs of fellow clan members echoed through the air. Shadows danced on the walls, and Mellow could sense the weight of expectation. His new accomplishment had evidently stirred whispers of acknowledgment among the Tomogui. The leader of the shitai branch led them toward the heart of the cavern where a ceremonial space had been prepared. A sense of camaraderie permeated the air as fellow clan members, dressed in traditional attire adorned with Wendigo symbols, turned their attention to the trio's arrival. Mellow acknowledged the nods and subtle gestures with a humble yet determined demeanor. He felt a surge of pride, realizing that his achievements were recognized by his peers within the clan. The cave, echoing with the footsteps of generations past, bore witness to the continuation of their legacy. The ceremony commenced, with the leader of the shitai branch stepping forward to address the gathering. Tenken Tomogui, standing regally, observed with a mixture of maternal pride and the solemnity befitting her role as the supreme clan leader.
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Shitai Branch Leader: Mellow, tonight your skill had been acknowledged, and your achievment will not go without its rewards. As such, we mark your new status with a tribal tattoo of clan.​

As the ceremony unfolded, Mellow was guided to a central dais where the tribal tattoo artist awaited. With precision and reverence, the artist etched an intricate pattern beneath Mellow's left eye—a rite of passage, a symbol of his connection to the enigmatic forces that guided their clan. Following the tattooing, Mellow was presented with a specific set of new traditional clothing created by his mother, adorned with symbols of the Wendigo Clan. The deep hues of midnight purple and jet black was a mixture that spoke of his inner darkness and matched the colors he favored over others, added with a fur collar on the jacket which gave him a more, nature like look as it was made from that of a fox. He wasted no time in putting on his new attire and took no time at all in accepting his new tattoo. The ceremony concluded with a ritual dance, a symbolic union of the clan's spirit and the natural forces embodied by the Wendigo. The cave resonated with the rhythmic beats, and Mellow found himself at the center of a circle, embraced by the warmth of his clan. As the dance concluded, Tenken Tomogui approached her son, a knowing smile on her face as she gave him one last gift, A special silver rosary earring which held the blood of his father within, which held a special weapon should he call upon his father's name.
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Tenken Tomogui: You wear the symbols of our clan with honor, Mellow. The Wendigo's spirit flows through you, and tonight, you have become not just a Chunin but a guardian of our legacy.​