Hizashi, Hotaru

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Inheritance: 100 (Sunagakure)
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Hizashi, Hotaru


Nindo: “Set your life on fire, seek those who fan your flames, and never let your fire go out!”

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General InformationShow

Age: 12
Gender: Male
Height: 4'8"/149cm
Weight: 78lbs./35.3kg
Physical Features:

• Face/head: Head full of untamed tuffs of red hair, held back by a red headband, large red-orange eyes that glow like embers, and multiple tattoos marked across his face. Hotaru is always keen to show off his most optimistic smile. His facial features are mostly on the delicate side, with his large eyes being the exception.
• Body: On the thinner side, even for a young shinobi of his age, Hotaru is constantly on the move, and while he is petite, his muscle development shows this. His body is also covered head to toe in tattoos depicting his Yuumagure faith, most of which are prayers or tribal symbolism. His skin tone is a dark tan, an inherited trait from his clan.
• Notable Features:Red Hair, Red-Orange Eyes, Full Body Tattoos

Clothing/Accessories: Hotaru doesn't tend to wear much in the way of clothing, preferring to wear a pair of tattered red hakama and a matching headband. He also typically wears black wraps covering his forearms and wrists, and similar black wraps covering his feet and lower legs. Besides this, Hotaru is normally barefoot, and while on missions, he carries his ninja tools in a black satchel slung over his shoulder.
Personality:

• General: Optimistic and mischievous in equal measure, Hotaru is a deeply empathic youngster, always eager to help others and prove his worth and determination as a shinobi of the greatest village in the world, Sunagakure. His ego and sense of purpose is only dwarfed by two things, his love for his family, and his devotion to The Sun and Her Light. Having marked almost every inch of his skin in the religious proverbs, prayers, and symbols of his faith, Hotaru has a deep desire and need to prove himself, and seeks this approval in others and in his faith. Despite his ego, this need for approval has given him a deep seated insecurities, and lacking the approval of his caretakers, Hotaru is prone to acting out in various ways to get the attention he craves. While much of Hotaru's sense of confidence in himself is gained through hard work and determination, giving him a sense of pride in his abilities that he's trained so hard to achieve. The anxiety and self doubt that he tries to hide behind his bravado will break him if he is humiliated or made to look like a fool. This can cause him to lash out against those that cause him to doubt himself, his abilities, or his devotion as a shinobi.
• Hopes/Dreams: Traveling the world is something that Hotaru has increasingly desired to do, especially with the Great War coming to a close and a more peaceful era on the horizon. More specifically however, as One Guided By Her Light, Hotaru wants to visit distant lands and see every land where Her Light reaches. Closer to home, Hotaru has big dreams of becoming a Sun Dancer, learning to use his Kotan affinity to honor The Sun. Having recently graduated from the Hizashi Academy, Hotaru is looking forward to making new friends outside of his Clan. The Fifth Kazekage, Hizashi Hazanshu, is Hotaru's personal hero, and he hopes to one day be as important a figure within the Hizashi Clan and Sunagakure.
• Fears: Darkness, Hotaru is a fervent believer in the Yuumagure faith, and as such has an irrational fear of dark spaces and places where no sunlight shines. While not scared of the night, Hotaru is scared of caves, underground tunnels, and hidden places where daylight does not normally reach.
• Combat Mentality: Overly self-confident, foolhardy, and dangerously optimistic, Hotaru isn't likely to know when to backdown from a fight unless his opponents showcase themselves to thoroughly outmatch his abilities. In such a situation, Hotaru is prone to panic and fear. In almost any other situation, his ego makes it almost impossible for Hotaru to back down or admit defeat, and he would rather sacrifice everything than allow harm to come to Sunagakure or it's people.

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Battle InformationShow

Village: Sunagakure
Rank: Genin

• Chakra Pool: 5
• Endurance: 10
• Control: 10
• Strength: 5
• Speed: 5
• Willpower: 5
• Power Rank: D

Equipment: 15 kunai, 10 shuriken, 10m of wire , 5 exploding tags, 1 smoke bomb
Companions: (0/1)
Affinity: Katon [Fire Element]

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Abilities and ConcentrationsShow

Abilities
First Ability Kaenton [Heat Element] By fusing together Katon [Fire Element] and Fuuton [Wind Element], members of the Hizashi clan are able to create and use Kaenton [Heat Element]. Passive (Heating)Show Kaenton has to ability to heat anything, increasing its temperature, causing burns, and introducing people to heat strokes, dehydration, and even possibly death. While Hizashi are naturally resistant to increased temperature, even they can succumb to the excessive heat of their techniques. The heat increase, and the area they can increase is determined by the rank of techniques, which means higher ranked techniques are able to create flashes of heat that can kill with ease.
Second Ability
Third Ability

Concentrations
Ninjutsu	Katon Affinity A character with this concentration is able to utilize Katon, and can make and use any custom or archived jutsu that require the Katon affinity. Katon has a passive ignition effect. Passive (Ignition)Show Katon's effect is ignition, which means that all katon jutsu, regardless of effect, start and spread fire from their source. Once a jutsu has been performed, the fire from the jutsu spreads at 1/3rd the speed of the technique, rounded down. That means a C-rank katon jutsu that moves at 13 speed would create subsequent fires that spread at 4 speed. These secondary fires require flammable material to continuously spread, otherwise they will burn out on their own. Additionally, the strength of burns on organic material from katon jutsu is determined by the strength stat of the individual jutsu. 1-14 Strength Requirement: First Degree Burns 15-24 Strength Requirement: Second Degree Burns 25-34 Strength Requirement: Third Degree Burns 35+ Strength Requirement: Fourth Degree Burns Fuuton Affinity A character with this concentration is able to utilize Fuuton, and can make and use any custom or archived jutsu that require the Fuuton affinity. Fuuton has an cutting effect. Passive (Cutting)Show Fuuton has a natural cutting property to it, that exists in all jutsu unless otherwise stated. This gives fuuton a unique opportunity to strike with additional power, and to act as a offensive defense. Regardless of their purpose fuuton jutsu passively cut with no distinct pattern at 1/2 the strength of the technique rounded down unless otherwise stated. This means if someone punched a 20 strength fuuton wall, they would get cuts on their hand applied with 10 strength. This also means that fuuton jutsu specifically designated to cut things can create devastating wound by essentially striking twice.
Taijutsu	The fundamental skill of [Deft Hands] indicates the user’s proficiency with using their hands in very specific and complex movements, like sleight of hand and targeting very small and specific points on an opponent’s body. This facilitates their use of related Taijutsu in various ways. The fundamental skill of [Acrobatics] includes the user’s ability to contort their body into unfamiliar positions in order to avoid attacks, as well as the user’s ability to fall safely and perform Ukemi and other feats of gymnastics. This facilitates their use of related Taijutsu. 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	[Place them here]

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JutsuShow

NinjutsuShow

Katon Style: 4D, 2CShow

*Katon • Fireball
D-Rank Ninjutsu
After performing the correct hand seals the user draws in a deep breath before exhaling out a 1 foot diameter fireball at the opponent. It travels up to 10 meters away at [Control] speed and strength.

*Katon • Torch
D-Rank Ninjutsu
After performing the correct hand seals the user will exhale a small ball of flame directly in front of them. The ball lights up the surrounding area in a 10 meter radius and requires Strength greater than [Control] to destroy. Unless destroyed, it will stay locked in it's location for 5 posts before fading.

*Katon • Flame Jet
D-Rank Ninjutsu
After performing the correct hand seals the user draws in a deep breath before exhaling out a cone that is up to five meters long and three meters wide at it's base. The cone travels at a speed equal to [Control] and impacts with a strength equal to [Control].

*Katon • Heated Blade
D-Rank Ninjutsu
By channeling katon chakra into a metal weapon or blade, the user will cause it to grow hotter and cover the blade in flames. The imbued weapon will be able to carve through defenses of [Control] or less strength with ease.

*Katon • Scattering Flames
C-Rank Ninjutsu
After performing the correct hand seals, the user will puff their chest before spitting out a torrent of 15 individual fireballs, each 2 centimeter diameter. The fireballs are shot for up to 10 meters away at a speed and strength equal to [Control].

*Katon • Bomb Creation
C-Rank Ninjutsu
By channeling katon chakra into any item, the user will turn it into a ticking time bomb. Either when 3 posts are up or when activated through the use of Chakra Kai, the object will explode, releasing all the katon chakra in it in a [Control strength explosion and scattering flames in the immediate area.

TaijutsuShow

Skitter Step StyleShow

Skitter Step
The Skitter Step is a style that relies heavily on the user's senses. The style itself is a mesh of quick, fast, and wild punches, kicks, and jumps. Due to the user altering their senses, every bit of movement is heard and, since they can start to respond to things instinctively, they can respond to things that normally wouldn't have been able to be heard/seen/done. In addition to the heightened senses, users are normally in a "paranoid" state, where they start to suspect things that aren't always there.

If overused, the style can lead to paranoia in individuals, along with constant fidgeting, making experts in the style quite well known for these activities.

• Requires: [Acrobatics] and [Perception]
• Requires *[Skitter Step • Senses Open] prerequisite to learn any other jutsu.

1E, 2D, 1CShow

*[Skitter Step • Stop]
E-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: Any form of Senses Open used.
The practitioner makes a fist with their right hand and places it against their left before placing both hands against their chest. This calms the practitioner's senses and returns them to a centered state.

*[Skitter Step • Inside Dodge]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Discipline
Prerequisite: A form of Senses Open used.
The counter-balanced Discipline to Outside Dodge. Having mastered this Discipline, when the practitioner is actively using Skitter Step while in close-quarters combat, their body instinctively dodges to the inside of an attack which keeps them centered on their opponent's torso. These dodges are only successful if their Speed is greater than the Speed of the attack

*[Skitter Step • Outside Dodge]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Discipline
Prerequisite: A form of Senses Open used.
The counter-balanced Discipline to Inside Dodge. Having mastered this Discipline, when the practitioner is actively using Skitter Step while in close-quarters combat, their body instinctively dodges to the outside of an attack which forces them to be constantly moving around their opponent. These dodges are only successful if their Speed is greater than the Speed of the attack.

*[Skitter Step • Senses Open]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Stance
The main jutsu of the Skitter Step, the practitioner takes a moment to focus their bodies, then releases it. While in this stance, the practitioner's sensory input is increased, allowing them to receive more information quickly. This Stance grants a +2 in Strength and a +4 in Speed but a -3 in Willpower and -3 in Control. This Stance will remain in effect until deactivated by [Stop]. Practitioners of this technique will find themselves fidgeting and constantly moving, which can make it difficult for the practitioner to use this style in a stealthy manner.

Kūgāpou StyleShow

Kūgāpou Style
This taijutsu style is all about avoidance, with grace. In this style, the user may slap away blades, thrown weapons, and other objects, all in the interests of preserving one's self. However, this style isn't necessarily about avoiding all damage, so much as avoiding the worst damage. In instances where the user is going against an opponent they can't match, they may use this style to avoid fatal injuries and instead receive less serious injuries and live to fight a bit longer, or even another day.

• Requires: [Deft Hands] and [Perception]

2D, 1CShow

*Kūgāpou • Soft Paws
D-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Soft Paws is a bare-handed deflection technique and is used against bladed weapons. At this level, the practitioner is able to read the angles of the attacks to place the flat of their hand against the flat of the blade and push it away without getting cut by the weapon. However, prolonged use of this technique will cause the practitioner to suffer bruises on their hands.

*Kūgāpou • Soft Elbow
D-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Requirement: *Kūgāpou • Soft Paws
After using Soft Paws to slap a blade away, the practitioner will continue moving forwards while jutting out their elbow. The momentum from the target's original attack that was slapped away, coupled with the sudden defenselessness of the target after having their attack deflected, makes for a powerful counter-attack. The elbow can be aimed anywhere on the torso and above, but is usually aimed at the target's face.

*Kūgāpou • Intercept Fang
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
The practitioner catches an attacking weapon with both hands and halts its momentum. Once they have stopped the motion of the attack, the practitioner will wrench their hands in a single direction to deflect the weapon or even rip the weapon out of the opponent's hands. Opponents with a higher Strength than the practitioner's Strength can resist being disarmed.

GenjutsuShow

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History

Historical AccountsShow

Born the only child of two Jonin of the Hizashi Clan of Sunagakure, one of the most powerful and influence clans in the Land of Wind. While such a position would likely come with great privileges in other countries, as the child of shinobi, and being raised to become a shinobi himself, Hotaru has had to endure much, more than most would think. While the second half of his life being dominated by the demands of the Great War, and the fleeting memories of his first six years scarce reflections of a more peaceful time, Hotaru can hardly remember what his parents looked like, as they have been away on missions for the last six years. Of course, as a member of the largest clan within the Hidden Sand Village, Hotaru has seen a great many acts of kindness from his extend relatives, who have raised him in the absence of his parents.

Despite this, he still lives in what at times feels like an empty apartment in the Hizashi compound, and even though he has spent most of the last few years learning alongside the rest of the children of the clan at the Hizashi Clan Academy, Hotaru leads a mostly isolated life. This lack of a strong parental presence has led to Hotaru developing a mischievous streak, both because of the freedom afford from a lack of a firm authority figure to keep an eye on him, and out of a desperate need for some sort of attention. However, Hotaru isn't always getting up to foolish pranks and daring acts of petty vandalism, as he has a deeply empathetic side, and holds no malice towards anyone within the village. His need for a sense of connection has also led him to develop a deep devotion to the faith of his people, and he maintains his family's private shrine within their apartments zealously.

Hotaru's sense of faith has led him to inscribe many prayers and proverbs of the faith, as well as various tribalistic religious symbols on his skin in the form of tattoos. Covering nearly every inch of his body, these tattoos have become a distinctive part of his self image, and acts as both reminders of his determination, faith, and love for his people, countrymen, clan members, his family, and even the promises he's made to himself. They act as comforts when his fears and woes get the better of him. When his insecurities threaten to overwhelm him, his tattoos keep him grounded and serve to remind him of his proud heritage. They also serve as reminders that despite the long absent of his parents, that the sacrifices of his family serve a greater cause, and that Her Light will always shine through, no matter how dark the night may seem.

With the Great War having come to a close, his graduation from the Hizashi Academy, and his life taking on new purpose as a genin of the Hidden Sand, Hotaru was ready to take on the world. The only snag in his plans for glory so far, besides not being allowed on the high stakes missions he dreams of, is the fact his parents still haven't returned home from the war. Hotaru spent most of his time hanging out near the front gates of the Hizashi compound when not being assigned to his duties or training. With the many shinobi returning the last few weeks, he's yet to receive word of when his mother or father will return. Of course the doubt is there, but Hotaru holds onto the knowledge that if something had happened to them, he would have already heard about it since the war is now over.

In the meantime, Hotaru tries not to dwell on dubious and unproductive thought, instead focusing on his own plans for his career as a shinobi. Starting with learning the advanced techniques the Hizashi are known for, Heat Release, as well as earning his place amongst the greats of his village. Including the likes of his favorite historical hero of Sunagakure, Hizashi Hazanshu, the Fifth Kazekage. who developed his own method of combat known as Aresaki Style. Hotaru wants to one day develop his own style of fighting based around the three passions he holds most dear in this world, his faith, his physical fitness, and glorious fire. With this goal in mind, he's primarily focused his efforts on learning various forms of Taijutsu and Katon Ninjutsu, as purity of body and the passion of fire are his devotions to the Sun and Her Light. With this in mind, Hatoru's lifelong mission is to master any and all forms of unarmed combat and Katon based techniques.