[Inactive]Hitsumaru, Naoki

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Hitsumaru, Naoki
The Repentant Blade

"Never again will my blade be stained with blood."

General Information Age: 34
Gender: Male
Height: 6'0
Weight: 190
Physical Features:
  • Face/head: Naoki's face is still quite young looking despite his age; there are no wrinkles or discernable marks on his face that would show his age. He does however have 3 inch scar just under his left eye that runs horizontal across his face. His hair is medium length, black in color, and sort of messy looking. His eyes are green, and are sharpened by his years of training.
  • Body: Naoki's body is quite toned, but still thin in accordance with the speedy nature of Iaido. His muscles are only generally visible when one can see his actual skin.
  • Notable Features:A large scar on his back from when he tried to save his sister from a bandit's sword. A scar underneath his left eye. Various other smaller scars along his body from training, sparring, and the occasional stray arrow.
Clothing/Accessories:

Naoki's typical outfit is a simple black Kimono with white trimming along the chest. Underneath this Kimono he is shirtless with black shorts, and he wears simple sandals for footwear. He also carries both his sealed blade and his ironwood bokken on his left hip, with the bokken sitting a few inches below the sealed blade in a specialized holster made to strap both weapons to his side.

Personality:
  • General: Naoki is a generally nice guy, quick to assist anyone with just about anything as long as he feels it is morally right and has nothing to do with killing. Due to his past, he takes any and all opportunity to avoid unnecessary fighting, choosing only to draw his bokken for self defense or defense of another. Though his gaze can be stern, a side effect of his discipline and training, his mannerisms and speech are quite soft in comparison. This is usually enough to put someone at ease around him.

    The man has a bit of a drinking problem, and will consistently overindulge in alchohol if given the chance. He drinks in a vain attempt to escape his past and get a good nights sleep, though of course he rarely ever does. He very commonly wakes up in the middle of the night, gasping for breath and dripping with sweat. He desperately tries to hide these bouts from those around him, going as far as to sleep in his own tent or rent his own room. He simply doesn't want to burden anyone else with his demons.

    He has very few people that he can call friend, a side effect of his nomadic lifestyle. Those who he can call friend know that they have a valuable ally that will defend them to his dying breath against insurmountable odds. However, he has vowed never to kill again, and will go out of his way to ensure that anyone whom he fights survives the ordeal.
  • Hopes/Dreams: To sleep soundly after finally forgiving himself for his past. To help those in need and protect those who cant protect themselves.
  • Fears: Killing again.
  • Combat Mentality:In a fight, Naoki aims to knock an opponent out at best, and cripple them at worst. He will never try to kill his opponent, even if refusing to do so would put himself or another in danger. He is generally reserved and stern in a fight, though he will consistently attempt to defuse the fight before it goes too far. If it's entirely unavoidable, he will attempt to end the fight as quickly and cleanly as possible.
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Battle Information Village: Land of Dragons
Rank: D-Rank

Stats: (6/50)
  • Ninjutsu - 1
  • Taijutsu + 20
  • Genjutsu - 1
  • Stamina - 10
  • Control + 1
  • Strength + 12
  • Speed + 15
  • Instinct - 10
Equipment:
  • A Katana, 34 inch blade and 6 inch hilt, sealed shut by a thick red ribbon tying the hilt of the blade to the sheath. The blade is incapable of being drawn and is merely a reminder of Naoki's crimes.
  • A specialized bokken and sheath combo made of Ironwood; wood from a special kind of tree that only grows in frost country, and is then treated with a special process to make it as strong as iron. The Bokken is as thin as a normal sword blade, but it not sharpened in any way. As a result, it is capable of being used as a normal sword would be used, but it can not cut skin. It can however break bones and cause serious bruising on contact.
Companions: (0/1)
Affinity: Katon
Abilities, Specialization and Concentrations
Taijutsu SpecialistShow
Taijutsu Specialist:
Having devoted his life to mastering the art of taijutsu, Naoki is classified as a Taijutsu Specialist. Taijutsu specialist are able to devote a total of 10 concentrations to taijutsu, unlike most people who are capped at 8. However, they are only able to devote a max of 5 concentrations to genjutsu, and a max of 5 concentrations to ninjutsu.

As a Taijutsu Specialist, Naoki is able to utilize taijutsu concentrations reserved for specialists, and is able to enter the God Tier [45+] on select stats, meaning as a specialist they can select stats to break into the God tier. These stats are Taijutsu, Control, Speed and Strength.
Abilities: 0/3Show
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ConcentrationsShow
Ninjutsu Concentrations: 0/1Show
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Taijutsu Concentrations: 2/4Show
Sword Weapons:
The fundamental skill of [Sword Weapons] indicates the user’s proficiency with swords and sword-like weapons such as knives, daggers, sword-breakers and the like. This facilitates their use of related Taijutsu.
Perception:
The fundamental skill of [Perception] describes the user’s practiced methods of more keenly focussing their senses for a short time. This facilitates their use of related Taijutsu.
Genjutsu Concentrations: 0/1Show
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Jutsu
TaijutsuShow
IaidoShow
*[Iaido • Swift Draw]
D-Rank Kenjutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 5 Taijutsu, 8 Speed
With the most widely recognized attack of Iaido style, the user draws their katana at a very quick speed, making a powerful slash in tangent with the draw. This technique is dependent on the user's overall reaction speed as it is usually only used when an opening presents itself or when the user needs to draw their sword quickly.

*[Iaido • Block]
D-Rank Kenjutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 8 Speed
A technique developed out of need to protect himself from other weapon users, Block is simple in its use, but highly effective when used right. By partially drawing their sword, the user of this technique is able to use the back of their blade to block incoming weapon attacks should they time it correctly. The user must be careful when using this technique, should the attacker have a high enough strength, this technique could very well shatter the user's weapon.

*[Iaido • Hilt Strike]
D-Rank Kenjutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 8 Speed
A simple technique, Hilt Strike is designed for moments when the target is to close for the user to fully draw their sword. Gripping their hilt in a downward dagger position, the user will quickly draw their blade out as far as they can, and use the butt of the hilt to strike their target in an attempt to push them back and set them up for their other attacks.

*[Iaido • Cutting The Eyes]
D-Rank Kenjutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 8 Speed
A simple, yet very effective technique, Cutting The Eyes is a Line Draw aimed at the target's eyes. The user attempts to horizontally slash the target's eyes in order to remove their eyesight.

*[Iaido • Line Draw]
D-Rank Kenjutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 8 Speed
The technique is recognized by its signature stance of one hand just below the opening of the katana sheath and the other firmly on the sword. Drawing the sword in one swift motion, the user creates a horizontal or vertical slash in front of themselves before sheathing the sword, often chaining these strikes together for greater effect.

*[Iaido • Reverse Line Draw]
C-Rank Kenjutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 8 Speed, 15 Taijutsu
A modified version of the original Line Draw, Reverse Line Draw is designed for use when one only has the use of one hand. Rather than drawing the blade in the typical fashion, the user will grip the hilt as they would when holding a sword so that the blade is pointing down. While the technique is the same as the original, the modified drawing requires an increase in skill to use. The user still draws their blade in one swift motion, creating a vertical, or, horizontal slash in front of themselves. The user often waits to sheath their sword until they regain the use of their other hand.

*[Iaido • Beheading Draw]
C-Rank Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 15 Speed
The user draws their katana with one hand and slams their palm into the back of their blade to increase the force behind the swing made in any direction. This works with blunted side of a sword, but it can also draw out their strength and the blade's cutting power in full to quickly slash apart obstacles. Re-sheathing after this technique may take a bit longer; the placement of the hands following this technqiue make it difficult to resheath properly.

*[Iaido • Clash Draw]
C-Rank Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 15 Speed, 10 Instinct
In this technique, the user assumes a firm stance and then draws their weapon in an upward arc. This sort of draw makes it easy to bat away projectiles moving at a Speed equal to or lower than the user's Speed and Instinct stats. This also enables the user to cut through advancing techniques or to clash with an opponent's weapon. This movement, however, may leave the user without the ability to sheath his weapon for some time, limiting the effectiveness of their techniques until they can

*[Iaido • Double Back Draw]
C-Rank Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 15 Speed
The technique realizes the concept of a draw's momentum increasing attack speed rather than the technique of drawing itself. With this concept, the user draws their weapon and then makes an upwards slash followed by a second downward slash, and then an immediate re-sheath. This causes two deep diagonal cuts in the direction of the draw and re-sheath that happen near instantaneously.

*[Iaido • Snap Draw]
C-Rank Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 15 Taijutsu, 15 Speed
With a honed body capable of producing torque within the user's muscles, the user is capable of achieving a 'Blurred Sword' effect in an attack. The user draws their sword with such speed and power that the strike itself is incredibly difficult to notice without a high amount of instinct.

[Iaido • Knockout Strike]
B-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
A modified Line Draw meant to be delivered a bit closer than normal, this strike is aimed for the side of a target's head or their neck. In either case, the strike is meant to be delivered with the middle of the blade as opposed to the tip, and if successful the strike will cause his opponent to lose consciousness for 3 posts if their (strength+stamina)/2 is less than his strength. If their stats are higher than his strength, they will instead suffer a -6 penalty to their instinct as the strike discombobles and confuses their minds
Strong FistShow
*[Strong Fist Style • Balance]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Stance
A neutral stance taken by even entry level practitioners. This stance involves turning your body to be perpendicular to your opponent. One foot is rested directly in front of the other with just the toes in contact with the ground. A hand is held back while the other is forward, pointing up. This stance provides ease of dodging incoming blows by using the least amount of motion possible while still being ready to launch into an attack.

*[Strong Fist Style • Leaf Gale]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
A simple sweeping kick aimed low to knock the opponent off balance.

*[Strong Fist Style • Dynamic Action]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Because distances tend to become the problem in most taijutsu, the practitioner will advance with every strike. This creates a tempo of advancement that is designed to wear down their opponent through ever pressing strikes, giving little chance for escape or recovery.

*[Strong Fist Style • One Inch Punch]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Discipline
When fighting in close quarters it becomes difficult to generate energy for full powered strikes. Practitioners have learned how to explode force from every muscle with minimal energy wasted and space needed. Every strike done by the practitioner has the potential to be at full strength, so long as they have at least one inch of movement.

*[Strong Fist Style • Thunder Leaf Fist]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
An attack that is slow to wind up but powerful in execution. The adept tenses every muscle in their shoulders and arms while twisting their core for a powerful strike. For the 1/4 post they spend winding up they're treated as having a -6 speed. However, when the strike is released it comes nearly instantly and at a +6 strength.

*[Strong Fist Style • Great Leaf Flash]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: *[Strong Fist Style • Balance]
The user will tense the muscles in their lower body to a great degree. Doing so causes them to briefly become immobile but creates an enormous amount of pent up energy. By bringing their back leg forward in a straight kick they release all of this energy in a single explosive burst. This can take out a lot of defenses and unless they’re supported by outside forces will knock a kicked foe back a number of yards equal to the difference in their strength and the practitioner's.

*[Strong Fist Style • Rising Leaf Wind]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: (Instinct+Taijutsu)/2 greater than opponent's taijutsu
A disrupting kick that can be launched from nearly any position. This kick is delivered quickly and at 3/4 strength but is aimed at any possible opening and extremely difficult to defend against, quickening the tempo the practitioner is keeping.

*[Strong Fist Style • Great Leaf Whirlwind]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
A combination attack started by the user unleashing a powerful kick to either side of their opponent. They will then place themselves behind the target and unleash a quick flurry of punches before kicking another side and repeating the process. This process can keep going ad infinitum or until the practitioner disengages.

*[Strong Fist Style • Skyward Strike]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
An often difficult attack to accomplish but good for setting up a string of further attacks. The user will sweep low, attempting to kick their target's feet from beneath them. Before they fall, a second kick will attempt to launch them airborne a number of meters equal to the difference in the practitioner's strength from their target.
New JutsuShow
*[Strong Fist Style • Leaf's Flashing Might]
B-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Requiring a full post of charge time the user tenses their entire body in preparation, becoming immobile. During this time they will look for their direct path and position themselves with their elbow pointed forward. At the end of the post they will release all of this pent up energy with extreme force, leaping nearly instantaneously a number of yards equal to their strength. If their strength is high enough this can punch through obstacles on their path and create extreme damage to opponents who are hit by it. Often used as an opening attack and cannot be done more than twice per thread.

HistoryShow
Naoki's upbringing began in the Land of Dragons, a rough land known for numerous bandits and other such ne'er do wells. As such, it wasn't much of a surprise when an attack on his family's small farm robbed him of his parents, and separated him from his infant sister. He had attempted to protect his young sister from death, and as a result he earned a nasty scar on his back from a bandit's sword. Of course, the bandits saw no reason to kill a couple of kids, sparing them from the same grisly fate as their parents. But by the time Naoki awoke, his sister had vanished, leaving him with no direction, no purpose, and no where to go.

The small community of farmers in the area sent help, but by the time they did he was long gone. Having salvaged some provisions from what remained of the farm and a simple katana hidden away underneath the floorboards of their home, Naoki left the home behind and walked east. His only thought was on revenge; he wanted to find the bandits that had taken away his life and return the favor with his blade. Of course, he was only a child, and was in no way capable of doing the deed. Somewhere deep down he knew that, but he didn't care; even death would be better than what he felt now.

Luckily for him, someone else found him before Naoki found the bandits; A samurai by the name of Jotaru. Naoki happened upon the man as he made camp at night, and mistaking him for the bandits, tried to attack him. Jotaru subdued the young boy with ease, and after tying him up, asked him what brought Naoki to attack him without so much as a word. After explaining his pain, Jotaru could only sigh... he then proceeded to free the young boy from his bonds, but rather than let him go on his way, he offered a choice. "You can go find those bandits and get yourself killed... or you can come with me to a dojo and learn how to fight, so that when you do run into them again, you might actually stand a chance."

The choice, though hard to make given his rage, was obvious; if he was trained, he might actually be able to avenge his family. He agreed, and followed Jotaru on a boat across the sea to the peninsula of Tea Country. There he met the man who would teach him the ways of the blade, the master of the Dojo; a woman by the name of Hoshiko. The woman was unparallaled in the art of Iaido, and was also an incredible teacher of unarmed combat. Therefore, it wasn't much of a surprise that over the next 20 years, Naoki was groomed to become one of the greatest swordsmen in the Dojo.

In his years of being taught the ways of the sword by Hoshiko, he also worked on occasion as a bodyguard. However, his disciplined teachings and Hoshiko's happy demeanor taught him to forget his rage and desire for blood and vengeance; he instead became a warrior who only killed when necessary, and who valued life. He never learned the fate of the bandits that ruined his childhood, but he chose to move on from his past for his own sanity.

Shortly after 31st birthday, the man was brought on as a true samurai, in service to a lord of one of the smaller countries bordering Dragon Country. Admittedly he didn't like being so close to the land of his birth, but the money was great and his work as a leader was easy enough. However, that changed in the blink of an eye the day he was sent to a border skirmish with another lord. The land dispute, which also included a small village with about 200 civilians, quickly turned to a full fledged battle, which required Naoki to spill the blood of over 100 men.

After the battle was won, many of the civilian's died in the crossfire of arrows and seige weaponry, and the homes were destroyed. However, there were of course prisoners of war... Naoki's lord then gave Naoki the command that would change his life forever; execute the prisoners of war. 3 total, two young girls and their mother. If he refused, he would be killed alongside them... he couldn't believe his own decision.

The screams of that innocent family would haunt him for the rest of his life.

That very night, Naoki vanished from his tent, disappearing into the forest long before anyone knew he had left. The only thing he brought with him was his sword, which he had sealed by tying the hilt to the sheath with a ribbon that one of the little girls had in her hair. It was then that he made his vow; he would never draw his blade again. It would sit on his hip as a constant reminder of what he had done, and what he would repent for the remainder of his days.

Over the next year or so, his travels taught him that he would still need a weapon to defend himself. It was in frost country that he found a proper weapon to defend himself without the threat of spilling blood; an ironwood bokken. Thin enough to be used with his Iaido style, yet blunt, so as not to sever flesh. Now he wanders the world on his never ending quest of repentance, doing all he can to make amends for his crimes against life.

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