[Yoi Kaiyo]

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All of the participants would be arriving on boat, the bonus of travelling to Byakuya was they'd also get to travel on train too! It was the easiest way to get into the city that didn't involve getting caught in an icy tundra or snowstorm so fierce they'd be buried alive within minutes. 

True to its namesake, the land of ice was cold! Very, very cold! A participant and their minders would have been silly not to arrive with booties, coats, gloves and scarves - especially those from the hotter climates. It would be a culture shock indeed! 

Stood on the platform as the train pulled in was a woman who clearly was not concerned with the cold weather. Her tanned skin was a stick out for anyone who had clocked the rest of the residents of Yuki no Kuni, pale and muted because of the lack of warm, sunny weather but even more so of a stick out was the lack thereof of clothes! A dress was worn, sure, but it did very barely cover her bust or upper legs. A sash tied around her waist, pin pointing her curves and accentuating the fact that the only thing that stood between her bare legs and the snowy platform were thigh high boots. Odd indeed! 

And she'd have a smile on her face as the train stopped at the station and its doors opened. Off they'd come into the cold and the woman would open her arms wide, grin equally as wide. Happy, she seemed, to see so many participants arriving for the exams! 

But when wasn't the Jounin Hanchou a happy woman? 

Yoi Kaiyo spoke, a lilt in her voice and a happy thrum in her throat as the participants got themselves off the train. 

"Welcome to Yuki no Kuni!"  

[Mikatakujira Kunikunosaku]

Yoi Kaiyo , OPEN

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"Why should I apologize for the monster I have become? No one ever apologized for making me this way.”

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NOTES!
Triggers for Kunikunosaku:
"Kunikunosaku", "Puritiwan", "Nezumi", "Mikatakujira", "Dream", "Pest", "Star", "Better", "Who".
Triggers for Zangyaku kōi:
"Hearts"; "Zangyaku kōi"; "Bitch"; "Kunekune"; "Monster"; "Shrimp"; "Pint"; and "Brat".

Fire, ice, water, mist, sand, it matter not of the elements. Magenta eyes stared on the boat and again on the train. Silence throughout, only to ever bother talking to its team. It wasn't unnatural in itself, everyone had their preferred cliques, everyone also slept or was weary from the travel, it wasn't. Kunikunosaku focused solely on observations, the boons this... thing brought were also a curse. Very much of the mindset if she couldn't sleep, she couldn't dream, and if she couldn't dream, what did life mean? Kunikunosaku kept relatively silent abut jiongu, why ruin a surprise? However, why didn't she assert dominance over anyone, why didn't Kunikunosaku strike fear in any one of these participants? They simply weren't worth the effort, that and Etsuko-sensei would've murdered Kuni then and there.

The train chugged on its way to Byakuya, the creature leaning on Wasurete to express its sheer boredom. Being immortal sucked, how invulnerable it was, Takeshi pushed it. At least there was confidence in her durability. Kunikunosaku felt the steel behemoth slow, instantly getting up. The charcoal gi colored girl looked over to its team, "See you guys in a bit." Kunikuunosaku made her way to the door before the train even stopped. Sliding the rest of the way when it came to a lurching halt; those it saw on the way were... uninteresting, to put it gently. Rather, they showed nothing of fascination, either all were saving it or no one had any unique trick. The former seemed likely, the door opened and one of the first of the bunch out the door was the Takigakure 'favorite'. The accenting cyan sashes and pink skull berets gave a small personality of the girl, but the greys and black quelled, almost extinguished any of such.

A foreign voice chirped, welcoming them to Yuki no Kuni. Walking to inspect the voice, it was certainly a woman. Whether or not a native by clothing alone was undefinable, rather, Kuni didn't care, just that she knew something hopefully. Genuinely unconcerned of the others, Kuni walked towards the woman before speaking up, "Thank you for having me. Who are you?" People played this game of getting to know each other, Kunikunosaku never cared for it before or after Jiongu. Only getting to the point mattered.

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SA(S) USED:
Jiongu | Earth Grudge Fear

After having to recycle the roots that ended up killing the previous Apprentice just to transfer Jiongu to Kunikunosaku, the mass of black roots recollects most of its abilities from the Apprentice previous while forming new ones with its new master/host, Kunikunosaku. As far as the roots are concerned, like any organism, it desires to feed and survive, all else is not required, nor necessary to function. As for the Symbiotic Relationship benefits Kunikunosaku can control the thread-like roots however she wishes. The thread are quite versatile, acting much like surgical threads they can be used to sew up wounds stretch, or harden for attacks akin to squid tentacles, as well as being equally flexible and significantly dexterous. In time, Kunikunosaku will learn that as long as they keep a heart attached to at least some of the roots making up her body at all times, she is functionally immortal, only dying once all the threads are completely removed from any living hearts, and is unable to be poisoned. Because all of her vital organs and their corresponding systems are gone, Kunikunosaku has no need to breathe, eat, or sleep. The roots are sufficiently maintained by storing hearts that are pumping and living, in turn drawing sustenance from them. These roots also allow Kunikunosaku to utilize the inherent nature of any hearts she adds to their body, allowing them to perform jutsu of that element as if it was their natural affinity.

Symbiotic Relationship: Mutualism

After gaining knowledge on how Jiongu behaves and acts, Kunikunosaku developed a strong bond with the Jiongu entity. Accepting both live in her now; that both are what makes up Kunikunosaku. As a result of this understanding and bond, Jiongu aids her in combat - despite being a small boost. When conditions are met, Jiongu can provide an aided strength boost to Kunikunosaku during combat. It is still relative to her natural strength at the time. While this has no speed benefits, this boost of strength can put her up to par with the max strength of her peers at the same rank level. As she matures and gains new skills and new statuses. So too does her strength grow.

Symbiotic Bond: Strong Mind, Strong Body

As Kunikunosaku developed a stronger relationship with Jiongu, the creature bestowed Kunikunosaku an additional gift. That which is bestowed grants her the body as strong as her will. As long as she has the will to fight and keep pushing forward, Kunikunosaku has attained a sense of a strong body. She can still feel all the pain she receives, however, her will will push through it; literally making her body push through the pain and maintain functionality despite the egregious wounds she may receive. Overwhelming pain at one time or other will breaking input can debilitate the girl's will-driven tolerance to falter to the degree of an average shinobi, opening her up to common pain. It is this will that allows her to force the tendrils/roots/threads to repair themselves from injury or stitch back together. This will increases with her skill as she becomes more confident and driven to satiate both her needs and Jiongu's.

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[Saeko Ayukawa]

Welcoming the Rabble "Oooooo cool...Achoo!!!!" The ride upon the boat had taken some time to adjust to. The climate was taking much longer... Eager as she was to get to Yukigakure, Ayukawa almost felt like her nose was about to fall off from the cold chill of the area. Bundling her arms tighter within her jacket, her purple hues would scan the area with the rest of the participants. Everyone was so different and reflected their own country in many ways. Honestly, she couldn't wait to see how they fought. But for now, she'd be more focused on staying warm. Though she did enjoy the train ride, which was certainly an upgrade to the open water. It also allowed for her energy to return to the point that she was bouncing up and down in her seat. Upon their arrival to the station, they'd be greeted by an older female, with a friendly face and welcomed into the frozen country. Remembering to be on her best behavior(especially by her parents and Asahi)the girl would bow respectfully in thanks, only to see a smaller shinobi appear and ask just who the woman was. It was an interesting question, she couldn't exactly say that she'd met her before. For all she knew, she could be a spy or worse. With a raised brow, the girl would regain her posture, her hands now resting within her pockets as she waited for the response to this question. SPOILER: Click to show -Jutsu Used- -S.A Used- Lion's Sleep Hunter instincts and experience on the hunt have granted Ayukawa insight into the minds of the prey she encounters. Animalistic encounters have allowed her to track and be capable of following those that she intends to target, at times giving her brief, but small insight into their intentions. While not fully developed, they allow for her to be less than likely to be caught off guard in a extreme moment, but it isn't as developed as one with further experience in the art.

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[Senju Miho]

Welcoming the Rabble

Its way too cold here! "I would like to think that the train ride was much more hospitable for you..." "Perhaps if I were a polar bear... Stroking the small snake with her fingertip, Miho would remain in her seat as the others began to departure off the transportation vessel that got them there. While it took some getting used to, the woman was amazed but the technological marvel. Not only that, but the way in which such a village could exist in snow... It was her first time within Yuki no Kuni, but already she was taken in by it's frosted beauty. Still, she knew that such peaceful observation would be over shortly. This was after all the location of the exams. Meaning that everyone here was attempting the same goal. Success... As she watched Kazui and the others from Konohagakure take their leave, the older female would do the same, tucking the small serpent back into her pocket. Upon emerging from the train, they would all be greeted by a woman, prompting her to welcome them to Yuki no Kuni. As she bowed respectfully, she'd raise herself back upright just as she noted a girl approach the woman with a question to her identity. SPOILER: Click to show

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[Kaguya Toru]

if i'm a danger to myself Just think what I could do to you @--

The train ride was not horribly long, and when the giant contraption made of metal lurched into the station and ultimately to a stop. He grunted gently at the sudden thrusting back and forth, but he managed to get his footing as he stood from his seat and started to move to exit. It would be colder outside, so he pulled the red scarf up above his lips again.

He filed out, alone, with the other genin. A mix and match of different villages, he did not want to appear assuming or necessarily threatening. In fact, for the time being he wanted to disappear...

Unlike the girl with the cyan cloth that came barrelling towards the tanned woman welcoming the genin off the train. He expressed nothing, only re-adjusted his white and light blue cloak so that it was better fitted over his shoulders and thermal jacket. It was odd not to feel the air upon his feet, close-toed shoes making sure that he remained bundled and warm throughout the exams whilst still allowing him to move effectively.

Rusted gaze would dart around, soaking in the sights in silence. Between the mountains and the village, and of course all of the genin from other villages. Small little important notes to take before he would eventually get his attention back to the woman welcoming everyone. He wondered if she was a native with that outfit and her complexion. Perhaps, perhaps not. It didn't really matter, because ultimately she was greeting them and they were supposed to probably follow her around or something like that.

The tour guide, or whatever they were called. Though one could scarcely call this a vacation, and one certainly could not call Yuki no Kuni a prime vacation spot.

For now, though, Toru just stood there and waited.

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[Yoi Kaiyo]

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A small contingent of Genin zoned in on her welcoming greeting, more followed behind the first group, watching up at the woman with curious gazes. The woman would fold her hands over her stomach as one girl in particular pushed her way to the had of the crowd. There was no pleasantries with her and golden brown eyes would register that the girl was from Takigakure by the sign of her cyan headband. 

Well. She had always known folk from Takigakure to be a loud lot. 

Two other girls bowed to her while a boy at the front group seemed to hide further into his scarf. She glanced over them all equally, before turning her attention back to the girl with the cyan head piece. 

"I am Yoi Kaiyo, Jounin Hanchou of Yukigakure and an Elite Jonin," it was said with the same polite tone, but the smile had lessened to one like a cat catching the mouse as she watched Kuni. The woman was well known across the world for her moniker as Jishin [Earthquake], but she'd find no fault if the children in front of her had not learned of her name, the woman was very indifferent to her shadow being cast. And much too happy for that spiel anyway!

But then her attention turned to the rest of the group. 

"You are all here for the Chuunin Exams and are all a representation of your country," she'd pause watching the group with interest. It occurred to her that all, in some way, embodied the village they had come from. "Lady Emiri and myself welcome you to our country, it might be a tad colder than you expected and we advise you all to wrap up for the days to come. Now, ah..." she paused, running her hand through her messy, curly brown hair and blue head band as if she were trying to remember what next to say. 

"Before I begin, have any of you any questions you wish answered?"  

[Mikatakujira Kunikunosaku]

Saeko Ayukawa , Senju Miho , Kaguya Toru , Yoi Kaiyo

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"Why should I apologize for the monster I have become? No one ever apologized for making me this way.”

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NOTES!
Triggers for Kunikunosaku:
"Kunikunosaku", "Puritiwan", "Nezumi", "Mikatakujira", "Dream", "Pest", "Star", "Better", "Who".
Triggers for Zangyaku kōi:
"Hearts"; "Zangyaku kōi"; "Bitch"; "Kunekune"; "Monster"; "Shrimp"; "Pint"; and "Brat".

Kunikunosaku just watched the woman, paying no attention to the other Genin. Yoi Kaiyo. This sounds familiar but... I can't put my finger on it. Did she know Yosaiyama?... No, best I don't bring her up. Not now, maybe ever. The white haired girl thought as she folded her arms. Movinng them back to her sides, Kuni bowed to Kaiyo only briefly. Not all deserved a bow after all however, Jōnin Hanchō was a title far more than just deserving. Kunikunosaku hyper focused, almost in a trance-like state, trying to figure out what she could reap off of Kaiyo, it was only at greeting the others that made the Taki Genin break her focus to actually look at the others.

They all were uninteresting, all were unimportant fodder that stood in Takigakure's way. Each and every participant here was eligible but were any actually worthy to strive for the title. That was the exams point though. Kuni shouldn't be too hard, yet. As Kaiyo said, they all were here in some capacity at representing their village, so that was a new one Kuni heard. As she turned to look back at Kaiyo, some had to notice the lack of breath from the girl. If it really was as cold as Kaiyo made it out to be, surely the ventilators behind the tiny girl showed more life than her, they were obviously wearing thicker clothing; probably breathing as heavy as the train blew smoke.

Bowing to Kaiyo, the girl spoke once more, "Kaiyo-san, how did you pass your exams? Surely you did great to be an Elite Jōnin now. Any wisdom to share?"

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SA(S) USED:
Jiongu | Earth Grudge Fear

After having to recycle the roots that ended up killing the previous Apprentice just to transfer Jiongu to Kunikunosaku, the mass of black roots recollects most of its abilities from the Apprentice previous while forming new ones with its new master/host, Kunikunosaku. As far as the roots are concerned, like any organism, it desires to feed and survive, all else is not required, nor necessary to function. As for the Symbiotic Relationship benefits Kunikunosaku can control the thread-like roots however she wishes. The thread are quite versatile, acting much like surgical threads they can be used to sew up wounds stretch, or harden for attacks akin to squid tentacles, as well as being equally flexible and significantly dexterous. In time, Kunikunosaku will learn that as long as they keep a heart attached to at least some of the roots making up her body at all times, she is functionally immortal, only dying once all the threads are completely removed from any living hearts, and is unable to be poisoned. Because all of her vital organs and their corresponding systems are gone, Kunikunosaku has no need to breathe, eat, or sleep. The roots are sufficiently maintained by storing hearts that are pumping and living, in turn drawing sustenance from them. These roots also allow Kunikunosaku to utilize the inherent nature of any hearts she adds to their body, allowing them to perform jutsu of that element as if it was their natural affinity.

Symbiotic Relationship: Mutualism

After gaining knowledge on how Jiongu behaves and acts, Kunikunosaku developed a strong bond with the Jiongu entity. Accepting both live in her now; that both are what makes up Kunikunosaku. As a result of this understanding and bond, Jiongu aids her in combat - despite being a small boost. When conditions are met, Jiongu can provide an aided strength boost to Kunikunosaku during combat. It is still relative to her natural strength at the time. While this has no speed benefits, this boost of strength can put her up to par with the max strength of her peers at the same rank level. As she matures and gains new skills and new statuses. So too does her strength grow.

Symbiotic Bond: Strong Mind, Strong Body

As Kunikunosaku developed a stronger relationship with Jiongu, the creature bestowed Kunikunosaku an additional gift. That which is bestowed grants her the body as strong as her will. As long as she has the will to fight and keep pushing forward, Kunikunosaku has attained a sense of a strong body. She can still feel all the pain she receives, however, her will will push through it; literally making her body push through the pain and maintain functionality despite the egregious wounds she may receive. Overwhelming pain at one time or other will breaking input can debilitate the girl's will-driven tolerance to falter to the degree of an average shinobi, opening her up to common pain. It is this will that allows her to force the tendrils/roots/threads to repair themselves from injury or stitch back together. This will increases with her skill as she becomes more confident and driven to satiate both her needs and Jiongu's.

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[Saeko Ayukawa]

Welcoming the Rabble "Oooooh! Oh! I have one too!!" Ayukawa bounced up and down as it appeared that they were now allowed to ask questions of the Elite Jounin. She seemed awesome to be out here to greet them like this. After all, they were all just a much of Genin, she was an elite. Though with the first question came from the same girl as before, the dark haired female would be next, her body clearly energized as she began to speak her mind. "Umm...wait! Yea! Now I know! What it like to live here!? Is it always so icy!? What does Snow taste like!? Water right? I bet it's water! And..umm...Thank you for greeting us!" Remembering manners to be the top thing on her list of things to be perfect on, Ayukawa would then grin as she eagerly awaited the next question to come behind hers. Though as she looked toward the older brunette, the woman clearly didn't seem to have anything to say. If anything else, her thoughts appeared almost adrift. Maybe all Konoha nin are like that...Kazui barely says anything at times...Oh! That's right! Kazui gonna be here too! Maybe we can be roomies!? SPOILER: Click to show -Jutsu Used- -S.A Used- Lion's Sleep Hunter instincts and experience on the hunt have granted Ayukawa insight into the minds of the prey she encounters. Animalistic encounters have allowed her to track and be capable of following those that she intends to target, at times giving her brief, but small insight into their intentions. While not fully developed, they allow for her to be less than likely to be caught off guard in a extreme moment, but it isn't as developed as one with further experience in the art.

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[Senju Miho]

Welcoming the Rabble

So the questions were off...the Sunagakure girl seeming just as energized as the little one from Takigakure. The boy appeared more inward if anything else, though she had yet to hear him speak his mind. Of course, she imagined their excitement had a lot to do with being before an Elite Jounin. Something that was indeed rare for some. Many had the opportunity to speak with their superiors, even learn from them. Perhaps that was part of it. Miho remembered the first time she met one. It was unexpected, but certainly just as enjoyable. Though really, she found herself without any real questions. Honestly, she didn't think the woman could tell her anything that she didn't already know. At least, to get to this next part of her shinobi learning. So she allowed the others to speak instead, her hands resting behind her back as she looked around her with a smile on her face. SPOILER: Click to show

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[Kaguya Toru]

if i'm a danger to myself Just think what I could do to you @--

Yoi Kaiyo, a good note for if he ever got lost in the village and needed assistance... At least if she were in the vicinity, otherwise her name would be utterly useless. Though she was an elite jounin so that was something to write home about, it was certainly impressive, to reach such a rank required a great deal of training and impact upon one's home village. He hoped one day that he too would have the same impact. Hopefully.

She welcomed them, giving a more or less generic spiel about the genin being welcome in the country and how it would be good for them to bundle up. This was not incorrect, the country was rather cold and Toru had done well to bundle up as it were... His own country having a few notable cold areas he had the opportunity to shop properly for such an outfit. Although, he could not say that his country ever got comparably cold as Yuki was.

Questions. Reddish gaze would land upon the girl with the cyan accent, her question first... Then the one who appeared far too excited. How did snow taste like? Could she not have tried it for herself at this point? It seemed silly, either way he had no questions. Just stood there, lingering alongside the crowd waiting for the answers to be questioned before they could go on with whatever the jounin's task was here.

He was tired, and despite his little nap on the train ride here, nothing replaced sleeping whilst laying down under some sort of blanket. Though, he would have taken a piece of cloth of any kind at this point.

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[Zakku Burokon]

// Zakku //

There's a reckonin' a-comin'
And it burns beyond the grave
Lead inside my belly
'cause my soul has lost its way

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Living in the snow was either a testament to humans survival no matter what or the human will to suffer.  Zakku was leaning to the ladder.  The boat ride was nothing new he'd seen boats before and had spent the entire ride bundled up with a book in his hands.  The snow impressed him at first until he was hit with the cold that made him bundle up more. The train however that had his full attention.  He'd never seen or ridden in one so to say he was excited would be an understatement.  He forgot about the cold and that he'd read all his reading materials as he stared in awe.  

He disembarked with the rest of the group and was instantly was hit with a wave of cold air.  Shivering a bit he tightened his coat and nuzzled his face deeper into the neck of his jacket.  He briefly scanned the other faces before letting his green eyes fall on the energetic shinobi that greeted them. Bowing with the group he couldn't help but wonder,  'How could anyone be this cheery and peppy in this kami damn cold?' Her name sounded slightly familiar though.  

His eyes turned to the Taki Genin that asked about the exams and the Jounins rank.  "Kiss ass."  He muttered under his breath   The Suna Genin would rather get the welcoming over with so he could find a book shop and get another book.  Actually now that he thought of it he wished the exams were over so he could go back to reading.  Zakku thought about asking to stop at a book store but decided to ask later.  Pushing his impatience down he pulled his arms closer to stay warm.  
 

[Yoi Kaiyo]

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Ah. Maybe she would have been best getting the children to put up their hands. No sooner had she opened the group to questions did they bombard her. Children from the back piped up, as well as from the group at the front. 

Kaiyo's eyes did not miss the new boy who had pushed his way to the side of the front group either. Her eyes briefly passed over him, the smile on her face never waning. She'd be no good as a Yoi or as an Elite Jounin if she wasn't capable of reading lips. But rather than answer all those questions being thrown at her, the woman would direct her attention at the newcomer. 

"On the contrary, Genin of Sunagakure, asking questions better prepares a shinobi for the unforeseen. If better preserving their life makes them a kiss ass, as you so eloquently put it, then I daresay they are clever kiss asses," her voice was still chirpy and had its foreign lilt, she'd meet his gaze if he looked at her with her own polite, close lipped smile. "You'd be wise to listen and learn, not judge and ignore."

Perhaps it would enrage the lad for being caught out so quickly, or perhaps he'd treat her with indifference! It didn't really matter much - the fact remained that asking questions to get a better grasp on the situation was better than not knowing anything at all! 

Questions were given and answers would follow! 

First a girl at the very back who had chirped up louder than the rest straight away, not in the group at the front but certainly with a good question!

"If you hail from a land where snow is not commonplace, then you would do well to wrap up. A person without preparation can freeze in Yuki no Kuni within a matter of minutes and, though I cannot give you details of the events to come, it should always be first thought in your head how best to preserve your strength."

And then a girl from the front of the group would speak, the cyan head band girl. She'd not mince her words and would ask about her own experiences in the Exams. Kaiyo would pause, only for a fraction of a second, knowing her own experience had been one of sorrow and rage and a lot of the opponents who had crossed her path had met their grisly end because they had killed one of her team mates. 

"The exams are extraordinarily different to when I was a Genin," she'd explain lightly, "your resolve, as well as your ability to work with your team mates will be tested beyond anything you've known before. If you have come here seeking glory alone, you will not find it. You might be forced to work with Genin from a different nation." 

Her golden browns rested upon the girl from Taki. 

"Being without a squad isn't always a blessing." 

Next, to the girl who would ask another three million questions with excitement. It brought the smile back onto Kaiyo's face. 

"My best advice is to never eat yellow snow!" a joke, but also sound advice, "Yuki no Kuni never thaws. I could not tell you what cold is like though," she'd pause with a grin, "my clan feels very little in the way of extreme temperatures. But I have been to your country and by comparison it is worlds apart!"

But she did raise a good question. Was living here any different to living somewhere warmer? What was their country like? Sure she couldn't say too much - once the truce was up, who knew what would be used against them! Still she'd attempt to answer as best as she could and her bubbly chirpy voice would almost match the Suna girls. 

"Our country might look like an ice bowl, but on your adventures you will discover a marvel of a place. Nature has no equal and it serves us well. Byakuya has its own hot springs and I encourage you to try them out!" 

She'd give the children one last round of question or follow up before guiding them through the train station and into the town proper. 

[Mikatakujira Kunikunosaku]

Saeko Ayukawa , Senju Miho , Kaguya Toru , Zakku Burokon , Yoi Kaiyo

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"Why should I apologize for the monster I have become? No one ever apologized for making me this way.”

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NOTES!
Triggers for Kunikunosaku:
"Kunikunosaku", "Puritiwan", "Nezumi", "Mikatakujira", "Dream", "Pest", "Star", "Better", "Who".
Triggers for Zangyaku kōi:
"Hearts"; "Zangyaku kōi"; "Bitch"; "Kunekune"; "Monster"; "Shrimp"; "Pint"; and "Brat".

It was a question meant to dig, literally rip any and all advice and experience from Kaiyo, see if her struggles were beneficial to learn from. The Takigakure knew it was far superior to fail and learn than to live a short life not learning the truth of failure. As prettily-painted as Ryū's words were, they basically were succeed or learn. Kunikunosaku would rather learn, but as many would agree, success matters more in an objective-military ideal. Her gaze rested on the Suna genin dressed like... Well, her energy clearly caught the smaller's attention. Her questions were weird, weirder than what was expected. I suddenly don't feel like the strangest thing in the world. The Taki shinobi thought as the other girl beamed about eating snow and village differences. The whispers started again, and the girl brought her hand to her face. They are all here. A full course. Do it, you'll feel better, Kuni. Take it, take them, take them now. TAkE THEIR HEARTS! The creature closed its eyes, the headaches wouldn't stop, the voices didn't quiet, it was one of - if not, the only thing on its mind.

Zangyaku kōi moved its hand, Kōi's features becoming emotionless as it looked around to see everyone, almost just feeling their presence. The rooted creature's attention was pulled as Kaiyo addressed the new comer's comment. Her's is definitely better, so much stronger. Zangyaku kōi mused, paying no mind to anything else. Folding its arm, the creature closed its eyes, trying to reel back why it was here, and if it was even worth it. The blank face locked onto Kaiyo, as she gave a vague answer to Kuni's question. About as much of the dig was expected; next was to the ecstatic one's question. She got a clearer answer for a more basic question. Wasn't expected but it'll roll with it.

Kaiyo recommended the Hot Springs Byakuya had to offer, earning a blank stare from Kōi, one devoid of every emotion Kuni had expressed since she first got here, which wasn't much anyway. "I'm good, thank you." Kōi dryly stated, restraining from losing control. Not yet for that.

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Jiongu | Earth Grudge Fear

After having to recycle the roots that ended up killing the previous Apprentice just to transfer Jiongu to Kunikunosaku, the mass of black roots recollects most of its abilities from the Apprentice previous while forming new ones with its new master/host, Kunikunosaku. As far as the roots are concerned, like any organism, it desires to feed and survive, all else is not required, nor necessary to function. As for the Symbiotic Relationship benefits Kunikunosaku can control the thread-like roots however she wishes. The thread are quite versatile, acting much like surgical threads they can be used to sew up wounds stretch, or harden for attacks akin to squid tentacles, as well as being equally flexible and significantly dexterous. In time, Kunikunosaku will learn that as long as they keep a heart attached to at least some of the roots making up her body at all times, she is functionally immortal, only dying once all the threads are completely removed from any living hearts, and is unable to be poisoned. Because all of her vital organs and their corresponding systems are gone, Kunikunosaku has no need to breathe, eat, or sleep. The roots are sufficiently maintained by storing hearts that are pumping and living, in turn drawing sustenance from them. These roots also allow Kunikunosaku to utilize the inherent nature of any hearts she adds to their body, allowing them to perform jutsu of that element as if it was their natural affinity.

Symbiotic Relationship: Mutualism

After gaining knowledge on how Jiongu behaves and acts, Kunikunosaku developed a strong bond with the Jiongu entity. Accepting both live in her now; that both are what makes up Kunikunosaku. As a result of this understanding and bond, Jiongu aids her in combat - despite being a small boost. When conditions are met, Jiongu can provide an aided strength boost to Kunikunosaku during combat. It is still relative to her natural strength at the time. While this has no speed benefits, this boost of strength can put her up to par with the max strength of her peers at the same rank level. As she matures and gains new skills and new statuses. So too does her strength grow.

Symbiotic Bond: Strong Mind, Strong Body

As Kunikunosaku developed a stronger relationship with Jiongu, the creature bestowed Kunikunosaku an additional gift. That which is bestowed grants her the body as strong as her will. As long as she has the will to fight and keep pushing forward, Kunikunosaku has attained a sense of a strong body. She can still feel all the pain she receives, however, her will will push through it; literally making her body push through the pain and maintain functionality despite the egregious wounds she may receive. Overwhelming pain at one time or other will breaking input can debilitate the girl's will-driven tolerance to falter to the degree of an average shinobi, opening her up to common pain. It is this will that allows her to force the tendrils/roots/threads to repair themselves from injury or stitch back together. This will increases with her skill as she becomes more confident and driven to satiate both her needs and Jiongu's.

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[Saeko Ayukawa]

Welcoming the Rabble "Ehhh!?" While the older Sunagakure nin appeared to be less than inclined to participant in the question portion of this meeting, she wasn't going to let his sour mood interrupt her own want of discovery. It was hard to think that someone from the same lands as her own wouldn't be at least interested in learning more about the area. After all, if they were to be fighting here, one needed to know the surroundings. No better way to do so than with questions. To which Lady Kaiyo seemed to agree as she scolded him brief. Seeming to shift her attention back to the questions given, the woman would answer the Takigakure nin's question first, stating that the exams were quite different from when she had taken them. Explaining that they may also have to work with shinobi from other villages, Ayukawa would grin brightly as that was just fine with her. Different people meeting and getting to see the strengths and weaknesses of each other. It was an once in a lifetime experience and it would be so much fun to see what they could do. In getting to her own questions, the youth would giggle at the suggestion of not eating the yellow snow, covering her mouth with her hand before shaking her head in knowing more than well what the yellow was. Hearing of how her own clan had little issue with the temperature, the dark haired female would nod as she pointed toward herself with a smile. "My clan is the same way when it comes to the desert! I can't wait to see how extreme the cold can get!...Achoo!" Sneezing once more, she'd then bundle her hands back into her jacket, looking up with a sheepish smile before hearing of the other amenities and beautiful wonders here in Byakuya. A hotspring would definitely be one of her spots after some well needed training. Not to mention food. SPOILER: Click to show -Jutsu Used- -S.A Used- Lion's Sleep Hunter instincts and experience on the hunt have granted Ayukawa insight into the minds of the prey she encounters. Animalistic encounters have allowed her to track and be capable of following those that she intends to target, at times giving her brief, but small insight into their intentions. While not fully developed, they allow for her to be less than likely to be caught off guard in a extreme moment, but it isn't as developed as one with further experience in the art.

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[Senju Miho]

Welcoming the Rabble

It would have been easy to simply brush off such simple questions that were being presented to the woman. But rather than do that, she was willing to take her time and answer them to her ability. Though some were less than interested in doing the same, Miho was at least being attentive to it. Of course, her thoughts were elsewhere, scanning the area at the mention of this location being more than simply an ice bowl. It certainly had it's share of marvels. The means to get here had already impressed her greatly, though she imagined there was much more to see the longer their stay extended. For now, it would simply be a matter of time and remembering what kind of conditions to prepare for. Ice was certainly one of those, along with the snow. The suggestion of being sure to bundle up was not lost upon the young woman, prompting her to make a mental note of getting a jacket to replace her current attire. Granted, she had dealt with chilling conditions before, the area surrounding her now was a bit different from the mountains of the snakes. If anything else, it would keep her from getting sick. Something that clearly was becoming apparent from the sneezing of the Suna nin as she did her best to comfort herself under the cloth of her jacket. SPOILER: Click to show

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