[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Mre-face » Sat Jan 21, 2023 11:59 am

Dwarf was now under their Military control. It seemed like Kokoro realized how weak their country truly was, it was time for both Dwarf and Setsuzoku to expand, so they could be stronger together. Enzaragi knew in his heart that the big five would take an opportunity to expand and Dwarf country had fantastic resources the way Enzaragi saw it was even if they had to wage a little bit of war to become bigger and stronger.

Conquering and conquering countries was always the last resort, they wanted resources and money killing the people would not only look bad, but it wasn't Setsuzoku's style they were mercenaries with a good cause not ruthless warlords looking to stroke their ego through killing of the little people. However, if their hand was forced, they wouldn't hesitate to push countries around to demonstrate their power. Do a little bad for the grander good of the world. Jashin would understand Enzaragi position, in fact if everything went well Jashin's influence would increase. As temples could be erected without being desecrated by mistaken souls that hated Jashin if everything went to plan.

Miracle was their next target in their expansion. They had assisted them before against warlords, so the plan was to negotiate with them to join Setsuzoku's cause. Miracle was in even more danger than Dwarf. It's resources, medicine and land were extremely valuable, filled with craftsmen diplomats and doctors. It made them valuable to the cause of Setsuzoku, but also valuable in the eyes of other countries. Dwarf were their peaceful neighbors, so trading wasn't uncommon and some even moved between each other. If dwarf was willing to relinquish their military control to Setsuzoku seeing both their previous allies unite made Enzaragi sure that they would join them. Their combined economic power and resources could give them a large force of mercenaries, soldiers and weapons that could potentially rival all the nations. Unite or be crushed, there was no other option.

"Let's hope they are smart and this goes over smoothly. If they know what was best for them, When we have them our combined resources alone will make us incredibly strong." This wouldn't be easy, from the little he remembered the voting system required a huge portion of the population to vote in their favor. It would take a Miracle for this to work.
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Trusted Grader » Sat Jan 21, 2023 3:46 pm

Shiryoku flew over Heaven city, it was so high up in the sky that it would just appear as a small dot, while its masterful eyes would be able to keep track of Wakana, Yasu and Chie, who were making rounds in the city. Asking civilians how their political system worked and how their military system worked. A lot of people found their questions suspicious while others just continued to blabber on and on about their perfect system, which annoyed Yasu as she wasn't much for these topics, Wakana and Chie on the other hand loved it as it meant that they could go about this without harming others, seeing as Wakana even skipped out on Dwarf country, which they could have needed.

Chikara was seated in a restaurant with Enzaragi, he was sipping on some tea, which ironically Enza had recommended rather than sake as he wanted him to stay focused on the job at hand. Kara had agreed to it but that didn't mean that he enjoyed the idea of sitting in what he would call the open, planning how to take over a country with peaceful terms. Chikara hated to say it but he was never a peaceful guy, in fact this wasn't even the country he wanted to under their wing, it was land of Runes but Enza also insisted that the resources of Miracle would be worth it if they managed to find a way around their system, which as currently wrecking his head. So how the hell am we supposed to convince people who don't seem to have a leader to vote in a mercenary organisation to control their country? Do they even know that a war is raging on? From the looks of things people seemed rather relaxed about the ongoing war, as if they were safe from the big 5, yet what they didn't know was that they all were making moves and no country was safe, hence why Setsuzoku was here.

Can they even be swayed? I mean... It's not like they don't have mercenaries running around... So it's not too far off to think that when time comes they will be ready but, they'd never stand a chance against such a force. Chikara scratched the back of his head. "Right... If... and When... I hate those words of uncertainty... It makes everything hard to calculate, it leaves too many balls in the air and too many loopholes of which others can exploit... Hell we don't even know how long any of this will take, which is dangerous considering that we have bounties on all our heads... Especially me and Chie as we are clan members that defected." He peered out the window and almost regret those words as he didn't want to manifest those words but he was also a person who spoke truthfully to those he considered comrades.
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Mre-face » Sun Jan 22, 2023 1:30 pm

As Enzaragi sipped his tea, he looked towards the beautiful city and was thinking about how they would try to convince the people that lived within this utopia. While they had assisted them in a dire situation, the people of miracle wouldn't abandon their utopia for a potential threat when they could just hire an even larger force if they were, to be invaded. Miracle had truly earned its name.

Chie, Wakana and Yasu were out retrieving information while the eagle and owl kept a look on the people of miracle and it's cities. The army and militia of Dwarf were stationed outside in camps. Walking in and out as needed, trading eating et cetera, being ordered by the locally hired mercenaries to leave their weapons at the door. Can't have armies walking in and out casually armed to the teeth.

Enzaragi could tell Chikara was annoyed as they spoke. There was always the option to attack and force them to surrender, but they promised to dwarf country and Kokoro their Daimyo that they would go about this as peacefully as possible. And attacking their diplomatic, taller neighbors would not go over well. It was the equivalent to plan Z in hiragana's 2000 letter alphabet.

"Yeah, it's a complicated issue, why would they give up their money and resources to some random group of mercs who has helped them before? It's not enough." Enzaragi leaned in and lowered his tone, even his general energetic and outgoing aura changed. "We could just always attack and force them to surrender. Kill the mercs and spread mass fear with a cope. It will force them to vote in favor of us out of fear. But it won't stand, it will be seen as tyranny by both Miracle and Dwarf. Probably make you and Chie's bounties even worse." Enzaragi said it in a serious tone, but he didn't want to consider that an option under any circumstance they didn't run-of-the-mill Mercuries with no moral compass who would just force anyone to bow that were weaker.

Enzaragi leaned back again and continued to sip his tea. "That won't work, however, the longer time we spend here, the more it seems impossible to convince so many people. It would take a Miracle Eh Chikara!" Enzaragi said with a sly smile, attempting to cheer up Chikara slightly, but this was truly a problem for them to figure. "Yeah, I am spent." With that, Enzaragi leaned back on his chair sipping his tea brainstorming any possible ideas that came to mind and how to execute it that brought along the Miracle country to follow their council.
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Trusted Grader » Sun Jan 22, 2023 5:20 pm

He just couldn't wrap his head around the issue, how would they do this without using the massive army that was hiding in the forest, his owl Ayuma was keeping an eye on the camp while Shiryoku performed recon, Yasu and crew were still busy doing there thing as Chikara listened to what Enzaragi had to say, finding it both amusing and a bit annoying that even he couldn't figure out a way for them to deal with the peaceful nation.

Chikara almost slammed his head on the table but remembered where he was, he turned to the side and eyed Brawl who was making his way back from the local black smith. The burly man was one of the easier men to pick out in a crowd yet he seemed to be the jolliest of the bunch, ironic, considering the first time they met he almost caved Chikara's chest in and made mincemeat out of Enzaragi. "Hello boys, how's it going?"

"Not too well, we can't seem to figure out how to deal with this situation as best as possible. We don't really plan on engaging them in combat, because as you guys previously mentioned that would be frowned upon by the dwarf army... So... We have to make them vote for us somehow..." Chikara's eyes connected with Brawls who seemed rather content that they didn't attempt to massacre people, he snapped his finger at the waiter and ordered a massive keg of alcohol, which enticed Chikara until his eyes connected with Enzaragi, a slight not caused him to look down at his tea.

"None of us are public figures, nor do we have any true standings with this country, we aren't officials neither nor do we have some sort of family member that's a higher up. Meaning, we are on our trying to figure out how to pull this mission... Shit." Brawl looked rather confused but shrugged once Chikara had finished his speech, guess they couldn't rely on him for answers.
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Mre-face » Wed Jan 25, 2023 8:25 am

As Enzaragi looked out towards the city, pondering how they could possibly take on this monumental task. Their expertise was mercenary work not diplomacy, being diplomatic and sweet-talking their way out of situations wasn't really their shtick it was more so point them in a direction, and they would get the job done. Maybe they had underestimated what orators can truly do in warfare.

Sometimes wars were won by at the table. The pen is mightier than the sword, after all, or so it seemed as of right now. Who ever said that have obviously not stumbled upon a village ninja or someone illiterate for that matter or someone who doesn't care about fancy sayings. His somewhat distracted thoughts was interrupted by an unusually large man. Easily spotted even among the tall crowd of miracle countrymen. Their lankier frames swallowed by the giant of dwarf country.

"What Chikara said! Doesn't seem like we are making any type of progress here. Also, don't snap your fingers at people you brute, it's rude. " Enzaragi didn't want to perceive as rude, especially in a country like this, where their social standing and overall "word of mouth" could affect how well they could convince the cities to join.

Brawl seemed content, however, with his keg of alcohol and no need for battle, he seemed rather carefree for such a rough looking man. Brawl matched his appearance in attitude, he wasn't one to make grandiose speeches. Enzaragi sipped the rest of his tea, the warm water made him feel energized and sitting here speculating does no good the way he saw it. CLAP Enzaragi clapped his hands together to wake Chikara up from his deep thoughts and draw his attention. " Sitting here speculating forever does us no good! Let's see if the girls team has got any ideas!" With that Enzaragi rose from his chair and turned his back to the restaurant, immediately setting his sight on the crowd ready to look for the rest of Chikara's companions
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Post by Trusted Grader » Thu Jan 26, 2023 11:46 pm

The clap would take Chikara out of his train of thoughts, it would send him flying back to reality and out of his minds eye, from peer viewing his other connected eyes and back to the ones staring right at the table. He drank the tea and slammed the cup on the table as if it was a shot before he rose to a standing position, he looked over at Brawl who was smiling ear to ear before he sighed. Enzaragi was right, maybe the women had managed to gather more intel than they did but in order for that to be confirmed he would have to ask them, well, technically he could do it via telepathy but he figured that it would be easier if Enzaragi could hear directly from them rather than Chikara having to explain what they said.

So they would leave the restaurant, Chikara payed their tab before exiting, then made his way down the streets, he would catch up to Enzaragi who he then directed towards where Shiryoku had last seen the trio. "They are a bit away from us but we should be able to catch up with them soon, luckily they were heading towards us anyway." Chikara placed his hands behind his head as he walked by Enza. "It seems that people have taken kindly to their interaction, well, most of them, considering that they are foreigners with strange purple eyes and all." Chikara chuckled as he gently nudged Enzaragi, he wanted to be in a good spirit and who could blame him?

The sun was out, it was warm, war was happening and being grumpy inside a restaurant had taken its toll on the stoic mercenary, he figured if he pretended to be ecstatic then maybe he would actually become a bit happier for the moment. Fortunately it worked for the time being, that was until they finally reached the trio who all seemed to carry different emotions from one another. Chie was happy as per usual, Wakana was a bit nervous but reserved while Yasu was stoic and rather unamused, it seems that this little mission of theirs had rubbed her the wrong way as she couldn't figure out how they would go about this business, that or the fact that she had to leave her weapon at the gate had severely pissed her off.

"It seems that they tend to vote in what their next level of action should be... Meaning we would have to figure out a way to get people to vote for us." Chie confirmed what Enzaragi and Chikara feared.

"Yep, it seems that we don't stand a chance in getting them to vote for us. I'm guessing we might as well forget this country and go for the next on the list." Wakana sighed.

"Or we do it by force." Yasu grunted.

"I'd rather we didn't do that." Brawl interjected.

"What would you rather have us do?"

"Figure out a way we could do this without killing a bunch of innocent people." The burly giant shrugged.

The crowd now took notice of the strange group of people, and even though they tried to be discrete with their conversation a bunch of people standing in a huddle looked rather suspicious. "I guess it's pointless for us to have this conversation around here, let's go back to camp and try to figure this out in private."
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Mre-face » Sun Jan 29, 2023 11:08 am

It appears Enzaragi was successful in his attempt to snap Chikara out of his thoughts, Brawl seemed happy enough to spend time within this country and among his peaceful without any fighting. As they made their way to the gang, Chikara had managed to get an idea on how it was going for the scouts, it seemed like that it went pretty smoothly and Chikara even gave Enzaragi a little nudge. So at least he was trying to keep the mood somewhat optimistic.

As they got closer, Chie Yasu and Wakana were mostly in their usual mood Stoic Yasu, Cherry Chie but Wakana seemed nervous. Regardless, they had gathered enough info about the country and cities. And Enzaragi already knew the answer, but still was optimistic enough for a welcome surprise.

As they blabbered among themselves, Enzaragi could hear every perspective, and every one was valid. But he mostly agreed with Brawl and Chie interestingly enough. They couldn't take it by force, yet it was too valuable to just abandon. The sheer economical might and resources could give them the leverage they needed in order to expand.

"Gotta say I am with Brawl and Chie on this one, while we could take it by force, it wouldn't stand for the people of dwarf and miracle." Enzaragi thoughtfully paused before continuing on with his point.

"We need to figure out a way to get them to join us."

Enzaragi nodded to Chikara's statement, agreeing to go back to camp to gather their barrings to rest up and possibly figure out a sustainable solution for their problem, discussion how they would openly seize control wasn't likely to get them the respect they desired.
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Post by Trusted Grader » Wed Feb 01, 2023 8:24 pm

After they all agreed that combat wasn't the way, which greatly infuriated Yasu, they would all scurry back to their camp. Shiryoku, still keeping an eye in the sky while Ayuma was branched on the highest tree, checking their camp, this gave Chikara enough view to monitor not only the camp but the surrounding woods so none would be the wiser, and seeing as nightfall was coming, Shiryoku would have to hit the sack, which would leave Ayuma with the heavy guard duty.

Later on that night Chikara would sit by the camp fire and reminisce about the past he had shared with Chie, they both seemed to enjoy their company and share stories from their past as this was the best way for him to let go of the stress of having to figure out this monumental task ahead. "I remember how awkward you were in your late teen years." Chie poked her tongue out.

"Is that so? I though that I was rather cool if I might say so myself." Chikara nudged her, but not hard enough for her to fall out of his lap, he chuckled and hugged her close then sighed, maybe he truly was a nerd and never the cool guy he envisioned himself. "No, seriously, what makes you say the that I was so awkward?"

Chie grimace and chuckled. "Well, you had this tendency to always wanting to impress people and be the center of attention... Which I figured was a way for you to compensate for something, or you know... Maybe you just wanted to be seen and heard." Chie bopped his nose, he couldn't lie, she was correct, he did seem to have been a bit of an attention wh*re when he was younger, but due to his clans lacklustre personas it always came off as him acting like he was smarter than everyone else, which was rather interesting now that he looked back at it.
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Mre-face » Sun Feb 05, 2023 10:06 am

They returned to their camp, Chikara and Chie joined together talking amongst themselves which was rather cute. Enzaragi returned to his tent for his prayer. A small shrine was erected to Jashin. Reflecting on their current campaign and journey forward. Oh, Merciful Jashin, my heart and my faith in you guides me on to this current path but the more hardships we endure the more doubt seeps in to my mind whether this is the righteous path or not. Is this a mere test, or are you trying to tell me steer clear? He ended his prayer unsatisfied with his current worries. He checked upon the main camp, where he would find Yasu calmly maintain her blade while Wakana chatted besides her in the camp fire. Brawl was in a cheery mood, holding a massive mug filled to the brim with beer. Chatting with everyone around and just being as warm socially as the camp fire.

"Hey everyone! Any ideas, or are we just chatting away? I would be happy my mind could be taken off this current issue we are facing. Least Brawl and the rest of the mercenaries and dwarves are having fun!" Sitting by the main campfire close by Wakana and Yasu. Giving Brawl an enthusiastic high five as they walked besides each other, pointing towards him and being chummy along his way to his sitting area. "How ya doing, Brawl! Not going around starting trouble, are ya? You don't want a rematch!" Enzaragi said jokingly before sitting down, sighing and relaxing his body fully ready to take his mind off the city at least for a little while.
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Post by Trusted Grader » Sun Feb 05, 2023 10:56 pm

Yasu turned to face Enzaragi, her stoic expression ever so gloomy before she returned her focus back to her weapon, Wakana on the other hand nodded at Enza. Before they answered, Brawl would gently nudge Enzaragi and chuckle at his proposal of a second fight, he shook his head before he gently rubbed his chin. "Ya know, if it weren't for your regen I'd probably leave you in serious damage, but don't you worry, I will get you back one day."


"Ehm, we haven't figured it out yet but from the looks of it Chie and Chikara are in talks about the past... I don't know.. It seems that everyone is trying to find some sort of inner peace because they know if we don't play this right then it will bring the big 5 on top of us..." Wakana sighed.

"Not true at all, a quarter of our army wants to fight these losers and force them under our command... Can't say I blame them." Yasu chuckled.

"Well that would be atrocious, we'd just cause destruction and pain which would inevitably lead to our early graves... Plus, do you guys really want to be known throughout the world as monsters?" Brawls cheery mod quickly turned sour as the thought of massacring his neighbours was too much to bare.

"Right, but we are missing ninjas, meaning we already are known as monsters throughout the world, one more atrocious act won't make us anymore..."

"But it wouldn't make us any less of monsters neither... I think.... I think we just need to draw their attention somehow?" Chie interjected, she rubbed her chin which prompted Chikara to do it as well, not his but hers, which in turn got her to laugh.

"Which means what exactly?"

"Well, these people vote for the change they want right?"

"So what? We are going to debate them and create some sort of party that they can vote for?"

"Close but you are almost right... We are going to create a party but not a political one..."

"Excuse me" They all rang out at the same time, causing Chie to giggle, it was hilarious that she was the only one to figure it out how they were going to take control over the country without causing any blood spill.

"Chikara has a Genjutsu that allows him to-"

"-No no no, ain't no-" He tried to interject but due to Chie's hand over his mouth he was stopped.

"-that allows him to manipulate people into liking him, see, he has to rap which draws the audience in and I believe we could use that to drum up interest in him and use that to get people to vote him in. It sounds crazy but I believe it could actually work." Chikara, Wakana, Yasu sighed at the idea while Brawl just laughed hysterically.

"I love it!" He slammed down his drink before he wiped his beard. "It's so underhanded that they will never see it coming!"
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Mre-face » Fri Feb 10, 2023 11:16 am

"I hope you do! Enzaragi responded to brawl with a smile, sitting down and listen in to Yasu and Wakana's conversation discussing the different approached, and it revealed their inner ideologies, Yasu preferring the war approach wile Wakana was her down to earth and friendly self. Brawl was a gentle giant by heart, questioning Yasu's war approach.

Seeing an opportunity to interject between Yasu and Chie's back and forth. "Yeah, sure the shinobi world may have labeled us as monsters, this doesn't' give us an excuse that we should act as such. That in no way makes us better in the eyes of the people, nor ourselves."

Enzaragi paused and took a deep breath as he was ready to share some pain he hadn't discussed in a while. "I escaped because I felt wronged and lost my way now I want to atone, I can't do that by butchering another set of people." Enzaragi looked specifically towards Yasu as she seemed most keen to do a standard hostile takeover.

"We need to be better! If we do this the right way, then me and everyone else around here will be viewed favorably in the eyes of the people, the greater world and Jashin... or whichever gods you worship." Enzaragi said in a serious tone, he had experienced first hand what it was like to be a monster so to go down that route again seemed foolish, and now he had a chance to share some wisdom on what it was like, so they could become better.

Letting Chie continue and explain what they had discovered about Miracle, creating a political party seemed extremely likely to fail to hear her suggest creating another party of sorts also made Enzaragi blurt out "Excuse me?" along with everyone else in which he found the opportunity to cease! "JINX! Everyone else has to buy me foods and snacks at least once!" Enzaragi smiled to relieve some stress before letting Chie continue with her proposed plan, to which Chikara seemed to hate. It was a touch manipulative, but it was their only peaceful solution that could work.

"Can't say we got anything else, Kara, looks like you are going to have to do this if you want to do this peacefully. So buckle up!" Enzaragi laughed alongside Brawl. Knowing Chikara had no other choice made Enzaragi giggle, as Chikara hated being forced to choose between a few options, and now he was effectively forced between two choices. This wasn't ideal, but it was the only option they had after spending so much time thinking about their approach. Time was ticking, and the war was raging on, they couldn't afford to be stagnant.
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Trusted Grader » Thu Feb 16, 2023 8:03 pm

Chikara watched Brawl and Enzaragi joke at each other, then watched as all of his companions spoke and made jokes, Chie as she came up with her plans, Yasu and Enzaragi exchange words that reminded him of his traumatised past and eventually how the conversation landed on him being forced to use genjutsu to manipulate a large crowd into listening to him, which as all fine and dandy until one realised that it meant that he would have to travel from city to city, rapping in front of hundreds of thousands of people.

Now normally he has no problems rapping in front of people but the idea that he would expose his hidden talent to so many strange people and even worse, saturate what is a sacred genjutsu to him was a bit bonkers but he also knew that he had to take one for the team. See, in Setsuzoku there was no "leader", except for maybe Yasu who seemed to be the most domineering one of the organisation, so everyone had to pull their punches, Chikara did the least in the last mission which meant that he did technically owe the group one.

"This... I can't... Oh shit.. I have to don't I?" His head fell into his hands as he was in pure disbelief.

"There is no way you are not doing this, unless you want blood to fill those soft hands of yours." Chie and Wakana looked over at Yasu in shock before they focused on cheering Chikara up.

"No, you are right, it's just that it will take ages for us to get there. I was sort of expecting things to be a bit smoother you know?" His head was still in his hands, a sigh rolled out of his breath as he shrugged. "There is no point in complaining, I guess, we need to figure out how we do this as efficiently as possible."
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Mre-face » Sun Mar 05, 2023 9:55 pm

1 month later:


Enzaragi pushed away the roaring crowd, He and Yasu would act as a drummer to provide the back-up instrumentals. They had managed to make a rather unique drummer set combining Taiko drums with standard drum kit giving them a unique sound with the more grand percussion from the Taiko combining with the softer sound of the kick and snare's to create a unique fusion for the hip hop beat. Of course, it just had to be me... his thoughts frustrated with the fact they had to play along. BUT I am here after all, soooo I might as well go all out and play my heart out!!!

Enzaragi didn't really want to be the drummer, but they hadn't found anyone else to take that spot as The Jashinist wanted to work alongside Yasu who acted as security since they didn't really fit as dancers. While Chie, and Wakana would likely act as supporting act, likely as dancer while Chikara was on the main stage and "performed" Enzaragi thought that this was incredibly strange, this was not what he had imagined how they would expand while people were out there and sacrificing their lives for whichever cause they were fighting for.

They had managed to build a small temporary stand for them to perform on, which didn't draw a large crowd. Yasu standing in front of Chikara on the stage as leading man while Enzaragi further back. Enzaragi hadn't had much practice, only dabbled a with drumming as a young samurai, as his samurai family liked to attend various performances, so Enzaragi had no stage fright he had been through and seen worse, but he was a bit nervous since he hadn't quite familiarized himself quite well enough.

The samurai was a taijutsu master, so he had been lazy in terms of practicing the instruments while it was true he was a taijutsu master and was quick to learn as he had excellent timing and rhythm reading from his hand-to-hand style drumming was different and if one does not practice one can not expect excellence. Regardless, it was go time and even if Enzaragi was lazy, he would have to make sure that he was ready to make sure his part wasn't bad.

Alright Chikara time to show them what Setsuzoku is about! Thinking both ironically and unironically seeing as their main skill was their mercenary work, but they had found themselves in this situation, and he had put his faith in Chikara to perform to his full capacity.
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Trusted Grader » Sat Mar 18, 2023 8:39 am

Chikara couldn't believe it, he had never expected that a day like this would ever happen. His mother had bragged about his abilities while his father was always nonchalant, as he had way to high expectations of his kid. The belief that you need to do better while you strive to find your own grind, an average man at best who managed to outlive his parents but not their essence.

'Rap, interesting...' Chikara couldn't believe that he was lead to this path, a road he had built years ago in his subconscious, the road to victory was behind the skill of his tongue. 'Shit, okay, so we just have to make sure that we don't go overboard, remember the lyrics, remember the rhythm'

'Don't tell me he is working through his confidence.. . 'Yasu peered over the crowd, her massive stature helped make the crowd move out of the way.

'I guess the pressure is getting the best out of him...' Wakana walked behind Enzaragi, she hadn't told the zealot yet but she had been growing trust worthy, her past in Sunagakure had turned her against cults, seeing as them as hinders to the light as they sprawl in the dark.

'Sweetie, you are still linked to the hive mind. ' Chie tried her best to greet the crowd, the three of them wore sunglasses in order to hide their link while Chikara, who had arrived earlier with the eagle was hiding what appeared to be a backstage.

The thrill of having to play for a small gathering had sent a nerving chill down his spine, he had never performed in a while and felt a bit rusty. He had cut off the link, thanks to Chie, and was staring out into the distance. His magenta eyes drew the eyes but couldn't hide that his mind had drifted, his hands shifted as he waited for the "band" to arrive.
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Aisu, Yuri
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Mre-face » Mon Mar 27, 2023 10:11 am

It was taking longer than usual which was making Enzaragi more nervous since Chikara was the frontman and if he was gathering his nerves it means that something was off. It didn't help that Enzaragi wasn't a well versed musician with a customized drum kit so him gathering his courage wasn't ideal for Enzaragi's confidence.

The rest of Setsuzoku were gathering, Chie and Wakana made their way whilst Chikara was charging up his rapping skills, so they could deliver a performance to sway the masses. It wasn't much but it was a start. It was very centralized so gathering a large crowd wouldn't take too long, but things like this started very small and expanded in an upwards trajectory if they played well.

But Chikara gathering his confidence made Enzaragi weary if they could truly deliver a great performance.

Whenever Chikara felt ready Enzaragi would click his drumsticks together in rhythmic three hits before starting the beat clumsily feeling as though he forgot everything at the same time Enzaragi was even more nervous since his start was so clumsy which likely didn't help Chikara and his companions and worst of all the crowd to engage with the music properly.

After regaining rhythm Enzaragi was very average at best but as he was getting more familiar as the playing went on his timing and rhythm started improving he was loose and focused sticking to the basic playing should allow Chikara the rhythm needed to properly rap without having to adjust himself to Enzaragi's clumsy playing. And Chie and Wakana the consistent rhythm to dance properly.

After finishing their set Enzaragi would gather with Setsuzoku scratched the back of his nervously. "I'm sorry guys I should have practiced more, but I regained the beat eventually. NEXT time! I promise it'll be better. "

Weeks later
Touring around had made Enzaragi far more proficient in his playing now he could play effortlessly even add additional fills that added to the music without problem Chikara's rapping and confidence had likely improved as well while supporting acts did their best to add to the performance. Even further the crowds they played for was larger than ever which sent a nervous chill through Enzaragi's gut, but it also excited him.

Again, Enzaragi waited patiently before clicking his drumsticks together and starting the performance flawlessly this time his skills has been refined since his first performance the crowds roared with excitement and this would likely feed the confidence for the rest of Setsuzoku. Enzaragi was the type to feed off a crowd's energy a true showman in spirit even if he wasn't musically inclined.

Amongst the gathering crowd a lanky middle-aged miracle resident with a goatee had gathered amongst the crowd intrigued at the performance. This man had far more importance than what Setsuzoku and the gang could ever know. This man was a rich even amongst Miracle residents and an important and intelligent debater within miracle country seeing the crowds get drawn which made this man keen on an investment opportunity.

After finishing their performance the lanky man approached them with a proposition. "I see you are drawing a large crowd to your performances I would like to invest in your band here. I know it might seem straight forward but do you have any plans or ideas for the future you clearly have great charisma, and we could possibly revolutionize things around here. Music has always had significant messages within their sub-text. Forgive me I get carried away. My name is Garou, Shinzo!"The charming man offered his hand towards Setsuzoku.

His aura was open and felt trustworthy maybe it was the way his spoke his posture, or maybe it was something more than that. "As I was saying I want to invest. The tickets we could sell could earn us all a healthy bit of Ryo don't you think? Money aside we could change the hearts of people not only in miracle. I'll even throw in a bonus for you all if it helps interest you." Shinzo had plenty of money to spare taking risks for Ryo wasn't something new to him. As they say you got to spend money to make money and the rich get richer especially an intelligent economist that was Shinzo. But his speech let on more than meets the eye he clearly had dreams he had the finance he just needed the right people to do it.
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Trusted Grader » Tue Mar 28, 2023 10:21 am

His heart was pumping out of his chest, sweat was trickling down his forehead and his mind was stressing but for some reason he felt the taste of spaghetti in his mouth, what even was spaghetti? Either way his father made some superb noodles, that was the closest thing or so he thought. Either way he snapped back to reality and felt the gravity of the situation weigh down on him, he looked over the curtains and saw his crew getting ready to perform, so he pushed through the pain and continued down the walkway.

He stepped next to Enzaragi and nodded before Chie and Wakana began to hype the crowd until his partner clicked the drumsticks, causing everyone to focus on the pace. What followed was an absolute embarrassment, how was Chikara supposed to rap on this? The beat was off, but the girls continued to cheer on and dance, before long the beat was right and with a little bit of improv, they managed to get the crowd going, this was going to be a long journey.

Or so he thought.

Weeks later...

Chikara found himself stepping of stage, surrounded by hundreds of fans who shouted their bands name, his voice was sore from rapping for too long, but he knew that the adrenaline spikes he sustained here was healthier than the ones he had grown addicted to in combat. Enzaragi had improved to the point where he would almost, almost pay for it, a chuckle escaped his breath as he bumped his shoulder. The laughter stopped and the listening began, he watched the lanky man make his way around the group before he spouted his name then reached out to greet the group. Chikara grinned and saluted, introduced himself then continued to listen to the man's proposition.

'This might be the big fish we need.' Chikara spoke within the hive, while his eyes darted between Shinzo and Enzaragi before a subtle nod, followed by a wink was gestured to indicate that they were on to something big. 'We should use this man's resources to get a better grip of this country.'

Chie channeled chakra and sent the message to Enzaragi's head, she was standing behind Yasu which allowed her to do it without grabbing Shinzo's attention, the bodyguard pushed the crowd and grunted. "Interesting, what if we aren't exactly after money? What if, like our songs, we are after change? Is that something that would interest you? I am not talking about some minor heart changes, but... Major... We are talking-" Chikara using his natural charm tried to proposition something but was interrupted by Yasu who kept taking a step back as she pushed the crowd.

"We need to move, the crowd is getting to rowdy and out of control!" She pushed back before she naturally reached for her sword, which she had forgotten wasn't with her as she wasn't hired to kill people but to keep them in check. "Step back!"
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Wana, Ran
The Hunter
Inuzuka, Kitsui
Genin: Konoha
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N/A
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Amigaou, Mahalow
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Nonki, Hotaru
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Aisu, Yuri
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Mre-face » Mon Apr 03, 2023 8:45 pm

The man had managed to grab Setsuzoku's attention, The man spoke coming from a perspective of money but Setsuzoku wanted far, more the money would come later they played the long game, but they were on a mission bigger than this mere concert, but the lanky miracle resident didn't know why they were truly here.

Chikara's nod and wink gave Enzaragi information enough, but it was followed up by Chie's jutsu communicating their thoughts and next move. 'You're right this guy seems like he knows his stuff, He's a resident he will be our answer to this problem.' Enzaragi responded with realizing that with Shinzo's help they could speed up this rather checkpoint in their expansions across the world. The man could be the key to Miracle's peaceful takeover.

Shinzo looked slightly bewildered but intrigued. "Major you say? I don't know what you are getting at, but you had my curiosity but now you ha-" The crowd were clamoring at Setsuzoku making it more and more difficult to speak from the shouting and pulling. "Let's take this somewhere more private, so we can discuss this matter in peace." Yasu was doing her best to keep them away as Enzaragi dodged and weaved in the crowd.

"Yeah I couldn't agree more Let's get out of here!"
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Trusted Grader » Wed Apr 19, 2023 10:10 am

Soon the team and Shinzo found themselves within a restaurant, Yasu, still acting as bodyguard blocked the entrance and made sure no one would enter, while Chie and Wakana made sure to pay the owner enough to drive people out and have enough to stay open for business. Chikara, not really liking the idea that their pockets were bleeding, knew that this would probably pay off in the long run, so instead of pouting, he kept a smile on his face.

"I believe the world is going to change forever after this war we are currently finding ourselves in. The citizens of Miracle seem to believe that they will remain unaffected, that their medicines will sell at this price for eternity, but reality is that this country has set itself up for an invasion. Any day now a country like Wind could just waltz in and take what they want. Although convincing the citizens of Miracle to pick up a war effort is almost impossible. Hence, why we are here. We are a... "Music" group that wants to support a political party that allies with our ideologies, one where we unite with our neighbors and become a mighty country like the big five."

Chikara took a deep breath and leaned back.

"Seemingly an impossible task but with great effort and planning, I believe we could get this country in tip top shape, where we can earn far more money as a unite and protect ourselves against foreign hostiles. Hell, we might even be able to create better laws to make sure that the citizens truly strive in this country, make everyone else envious of our endeavors and have them join us without force."

Chikara shrugged, he acted nonchalant but truly he cared for the betterment of mankind, he had been used to sacrificing himself for other peoples will and money but for the first time in years he thought about what was best for others. Maybe Enzaragi had gotten to him, or maybe he had been sober for far too long.
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H.N.K
Wana, Ran
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Inuzuka, Kitsui
Genin: Konoha
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N/A
Wana
Treasure Hunter
Amigaou, Mahalow
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The Cryomancer
Aisu, Yuri
Genin: Kiri
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Mre-face » Sat Apr 29, 2023 6:59 am

The hustling and bustling could be heard from the crowd even from inside the restaurant screaming for them to come outside as the band both as musicians and mercenaries discussed with the man known as Shinzo. However, as the crowd would realize that the restaurant is closed the crowd would slowly quiet down.

Enzaragi was close by listening in as Chikara handled the discussion with the wealthy orator.

Shinzo listened intently but the more Chikara spoke the brighter the lightbulb flashed over his head aa he was starting to piece it together the subtext.

Shinzo tooka patient deep breath before speaking with a knowledgable tone. "The economic power of Miracle is unrivaled they could hire a massive force in times of crisis but against a country like wind or rock it wouldn't matter. Which is why I have been thinking and suggesting across the years that miracle to use our resources to help other countries and strengthen relations especially now that the great war is raging on as we speak however it always fell upon deaf ears...."

Shinzo looked at Chikara with an intrigued look realizing that this was even bigger then Shinzo had thought at first. "You raise a captivating vision of this future. It will be an argus task but I believe it can be done."

Shinzo scratched his goatee before looking up and snapping his fingers. "I have an idea. Your music brings a lot of eyes. After you play I can act as voice for this dream. A "speaker" of sorts. I'm a known orator myself so I believe they would be willing to here from a fellow Miracle resident."

Shinzo had a stren yet positive face awaiting Chikara's reaction or a response incase he had any ideas of his own eagerly anticipating an answer.

Enzaragi liked where this was going they had their solution they just needed to execute whichever method or plan that could net them this country without outright conquering it.
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Trusted Grader » Sat May 13, 2023 10:21 pm

Yasu leaned against the wall as she inspected the outside, the fans had pushed themselves against the shut windows, the blinders had been turned down allowing the party privacy.

"I hear, and I believe that it would make the most sense if we tried to make a change that actually matters. People are sleeping, they believe things won't change but they are missing the details. If you, as a speaker helps us unite the people then we can surely create changes.

I have friends that know a strong military organization that could help us shape up an army, but we need to work together or stand to fall togerher. The Great five won't stop expanding until they are satisfied, ain't it about time to for the minor countries to stand up?
" Chikara uncrossed his arms and spread them as he talked, he had moved from the table and walked around the empty restaurant.

The red coloring matched the golden linings, the establishment was clean enough to eat of the floor, leaving the mercenary impressed. This is why we need to unite the countries, the various cultures could push and support eachother into an evolution.
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H.N.K
Wana, Ran
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Inuzuka, Kitsui
Genin: Konoha
[Forestgreen]
N/A
Wana
Treasure Hunter
Amigaou, Mahalow
B-Rank: Suna
[Olive]
[N/A]
[N/A]
The Invisible
Nonki, Hotaru
Jounin / Spy: Kumo
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Kirie
The Mercenary
Nara, Chikara
S-Rank MN: Konoha
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The Cryomancer
Aisu, Yuri
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Mre-face » Sun Jun 25, 2023 9:17 am

The blinders and the locked doors would die down the crowds excitement as they realizing there was no chance to possibly meet their idols.

Enzaragi watched on as Chikara and Shinzo made talks over their plans, interjecting when there was a proper pause as to not interrupt. "With Miracle's money and with this military organisation we can build something truly great enough to stave of the big five from just waltzing in and trying to take what they want by force. This runs in contrast with this country's almost naivé level of pacifism so it will be difficult to convince them that "If you want peace, prepare for war" "

Enzaragi crossed his arms as he grew uncomfortable with the idea of infringing on Miracle's way of life but he knew that extreme pacifism would be a death sentence for them at one point. Maybe in another world or time in a less cruel and warmongering world they could keep their way of life. A world Enzaragi would live in if it could exist or possibly create.

"But the reality is that if we don't do this there will come a day that these warlords look at miracle's wealth and resources and Miracle will have no choice but to bend over backwards or be conquered by force. And I am afraid that their idealism will blind them. "

Shinzo scratched his beard at hearing both speak nodding his head in agreement. "It's bleak but it's necessary. I completely agree yet I would like to add that I prefer we Miracle's peaceful and diplomatic way of doing things if you can promise that then I think we have a deal!"

Shinzo raised his eyebrows in a somewhat smug manner continuing his demands. "I expect to maintain my position as this speaker afterwards if this prove to be successful and I also expect a proper position of power within how this new economy is ran. I am a wealthy man even by Miracle's standards so you can trust that it's in good hands."

Shinzo rose from his seat with his hands behind his back looking to the outside. "So how shall we begin this endevour?" Shinzo looked with curious ambition in his eyes. To move pieces on the world stage and expand his beloved country beyond it's idolationist pacifism into something even greater. For the better meant of his country.

Meanwhile Enzaragi looked towards Chikara for approval it seemed fair for the most part on what they were trying to achive so Enzaragi would signal a subtle nod. This is exactly what they needed and the miracle man known as Shinzo seemed like they hit the political jackpot oppertunities like this were rare. What they do next would likely determine what happens in the next coming months.
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Trusted Grader » Sun Jul 02, 2023 11:45 am

Chikara listened as Enzaragi spoke, he was right, the reason why they even came here in the first place was the fundings and how vulnerable they were, they saw an opportunity to unite two fronts, the army and the people. By choosing the none violent path they figured that they could bypass any unnecessary bloodshed, by getting themselves voted in they would be able to help assist the country that provides them a haven, tighter than the relationship between the left and the right hand. Chikara took a deep breath as he pushed himself off the table he was leaning on and proceeded to speak.

"You'll keep your job as a speaker IF you get elected leader by the people, but it's your job to make sure that we get through this process as clean as possible. We don't want to upset people but we need to push things a bit in our direction first in order for the people to start benefiting from our plans." Chikara peered out the window as he walked towards the exit. "We'll deal with gathering the crowd and you make sure to win their votes, from there on out we proceed to merge the countries in order to strengthen our defenses." With that said the man would open the door and exit the building.

Four months later.

The band finished their final performance as they then let Shinzo hold his speech, speaking of uniting the people and defending them against outside tyrants, pointing to the various countries that expanded and gobbled up the minor countries they desired. How anything in their path could be consumed for their resources and possibilities.

They didn't exactly use fear mongering, just using the facts in their favour. With the coming election on the around the corner, the band of mercenaries together with the speaker would procure their victory and unite the two countries into one. Much to their delight, majority of the citizens seemed to agree upon the decision as they already saw Dwarners as their close relatives, together with their strong headed cousin land of Sakuran, though that was a story for another time.

Chikara and company where quick to formulate the plans that united the two countries as smoothly as possible, while Shinzo talked to the political side in order to make sure that everyone was as satisfied with the deal as possible, times was of the haste and things needed to go smooth as they didn't want a revolution on their hands.
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H.N.K
Wana, Ran
The Hunter
Inuzuka, Kitsui
Genin: Konoha
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Wana
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Amigaou, Mahalow
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Nara, Chikara
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Chie, Yasu, Wakana, Ayuma, Shiryoku
The Cryomancer
Aisu, Yuri
Genin: Kiri
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[Legends] Freedom 36; It would take a Miracle

Post by Mre-face » Sun Jul 02, 2023 1:06 pm

Shinzo smirked at Chikara's response exuding confidence in himself and their plan. "I'm confident that I will do all of it and more!" Shinzo agreed to the terms confident in his ability to sway the people and that he would keep his position.

Four months later

After another splendid performance by Setsuzoku with the roaring crowds they would always end with a speech from Shinzo and this would be his final one.

"First before I begin my final speech before we tally the votes I would like to thank Ninjaz Wit Attitudes for another lovely and probably final performance as they always have before my speeches. " Shizo let the roaring applause of the audience silence before he continued forwards with his speech. A deep breath was taken and now it was his time to speak. "This will be my final speech before every citizen across Miracle votes for their future. My people... sons and daughters of Miracle and Heaven City alike. I would like us to consider this future that we are voting for and how it may be tainted if we do not unite with our dwarven neighbors as I have been suggesting we do for months. " The crowd listened intently as Shinzo was seen locally as an intelligent man and orator.

"To our west, Wind County has been swallowing every smaller country with little resistance. To the north, the militaristic rock country has been cutting down its neighbors. And to the south fire country has been conquering and expanding across the tumultuous shrimp continent. Soon these large counties with forces we can not fathom will come dangerously close to our borders...... I say all of this not to fearmonger but to consider the possibility of any of these countries could potentially come to our doorstep and by proxy our beloved and peaceful state. This country befitting of its name is a country that I love dearly a country whose integrity will potentially be tainted if we do not act under overly idealistic pacifism. " Shinzo paused before looking towards the citizens that he managed to listen to his speech.

"The citizen speaks of opportunity, the bureaucrat speaks of authority, the diplomat speaks of policy. the soldier does not speak, the soldier acts, and that is why the soldier wins the war! We are citizens and bureaucrats and diplomats. But we are not soldiers and that is what makes us weak and vulnerable... I say this once more. I say this, not to stew fear but to simply urge us as a people to face the truth of this horrible great war." The crowd murmured at what was being said. The idea of uniting with another nation and arming themselves seemed like the antithesis of what Miracle Country was. "The great nations that are creeping ever closer to our doorstep do not care for coin or diplomacy nor peace. The pen is mightier than the sword but only to a point. Because even if we reason with them and allow them our resources our ryo and land. They can simply threaten us under the guise of violence keeping us under their thumb and forcing us to obey every command. A very silent form of tyranny."

Shinzo slammed his fist gently on the speech podium showing frustration under his commonly outwardly smug appearance his face grimaced as the citizens hanged their heads in shame at the idea of being oppressed with no way of showing opposition. If there ever was a time to suggest uniting under one stronger nation this was the time. "My solution is to unite with our dwarven brothers and become one body one mind and one soul. Without likemindedness and the vast fortune and resources we possess we may stand a chance at resisting our potential oppressors, We can become stronger than ever while also keeping our way of life. I shall act as the voice of reason I shall be your voice a speaker for us peaceful citizens and I promise every single one of you citizens will keep your autonomy and ways of life as a result. And we shall never and I repeat NEVER become tyrants!"

Annunciating every word to make everyone perfectly understand that they were not turning into an imperialistic nation that would conquer all who opposed them.
"I could go on until the sun sets and rises upon our golden and beautiful nation but I shall not continue any longer. I say only this before I stop. I urge all of you... all of us children of Miracle to cast our votes not for our idealistic views but for the reality that this nation is facing. Thank you all for listening to my words I hope every last one of you heed them well." Shinzo clasped his hands in an almost pleading fashion as he looked towards the citizens and finished his speech letting them decide the fate of their country for the coming years.

Enzaragi watched the man's glorious speech before he looked towards Chikara subtly communicating his words with a simple gaze and head nod. He really wasn't joking about him being good at speeches. Setsuzoku would then wait for the tallies and the votes that came. The tensions were high in the coming weeks and now every vote had finally been tallied now came the results...
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After counting recounting countless times out of all votes counted. 71% voted in favor of uniting with Dwarf country and by proxy Setsuzoku...
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