Konoha's Shinobi Rangers
Chapter 2
I originally intended to make these chapters as one big one, but I decided to split them up to add more detail.
Note: when the gang morph, they grow to adult size, like Justin does.
Disclaimer: I own nothing.
Naruto and Hinata walked up to the ramen bar and were greeted by a cheerful Teuchi and Ayame Ichiraku.
"Welcome," said Ayame, "oh, Naruto-kun, it's good to see you. And you brought a friend."
Hinata bowed, "I'm Hinata Hyuuga. It is nice to meet you."
"Nice to meet you too," said Ayame, "my name's Ayame. What can I get you today?"
"I'll have four pork ramen, three miso ramen, five beef ramen and one deluxe," said Naruto.
"Ano," said Hinata, "I'll have one Miso," said Hinata shyly.
"Coming right up," said Ayame.
Hinata and Naruto chatted while Ayame and Teuchi worked to prepare their orders.
"So what are your hobbies?" asked Naruto.
"I like pressing flowers," said Hinata, "what about you?"
"I'm usually training in my free time," said Naruto.
"Training?" asked Hinata.
"Yeah," said Naruto, "I've been doing some training on the side to get into shape."
"Do you think I could train with you?" asked Hinata shyly.
"I don't see why not," said Naruto.
Ayame and Teuchi then arrived with their ramen and with an, "Itadakimasu," the two students began to eat. Naruto ate with his usual vigor while Hinata ate at a slower pace. Hinata had to admit, the ramen here was quite good. It was even better than some of the fancy food she ate back at the compound.
After they had finished their meal, Naruto decided to take Hinata to meet Zordon as a show of faith. He led her to the outskirts of the city and to the cave that he had found the entrance to the Power Chamber in.
"Ano," said Hinata, "why are we heading here, Naruto-kun?"
"I'm going to introduce you to the person that helps me train," said Naruto, "but you can't tell anyone about him."
"Alright, I trust you, Naruto-kun," said Hinata.
"Alright," said Naruto, "just follow me."
Naruto led her to the back of the cavern. He then took her hand and walked toward the rock wall, and were enveloped in a bright light. When the light faded, Hinata looked around in wonder at the Power Chamber.
"What is this place?" asked Hinata in amazement.
"This is the Power Chamber," said Zordon as he walked up with his staff, "welcome child. I am Zordon."
"N-nice to meet you," said Hinata with a bow.
"Zordon-sensei," said Naruto, "I was wondering if Hinata-chan could train with me?"
"Do you trust her?" asked Zordon.
"I do," said Naruto.
"Very well," said Zordon, "Hinata Hyuuga, step forward."
Hinata nervously stepped forward and Zordon gave her a kind smile.
"I would like to test your fighting abilities against some simulated opponents," said Zordon.
"A-Alright," said Hinata nervously.
"Do not fear," said Zordon, "it is only a simulation, so you will be fine. Are you ready?"
Hinata nodded and got into her clan's Juuken stance. Suddenly there was a flash of light and a squad of Putty Patrollers appeared. Hinata activated her Byakugan and rushed forward. She was surprised that these creatures didn't have a chakra system, but she attacked with powerful Juuken blows nonetheless. Soon the Putties were all lying on the ground and vanished.
"A most interesting style," said Zordon.
"Thank you," said Hinata.
"Hinata," said Zordon, "if I gave you the chance to become a protector of the innocent, would you accept?"'
Naruto was shocked. He knew what Zordon was asking, but he wasn't expecting it.
"If it means that I can keep those precious to me from harm, then yes," said Hinata.
"Hinata Hyuuga," said Zordon, "please step up to the platform."
Hinata nervously stepped onto the platform and it began to glow. The shy Kunoichi was covered with a warm glow. Soon the light receded to a point on her neck and formed into a necklace with a spherical green amulet.
"You have been chosen to wield the power of the Green Samurai Power Ranger," said Zordon.
"Power Ranger?" asked Hinata.
"Power Rangers are defenders of good," said Naruto, "they fight to help those who need it."
"Y-you know a lot about them," said Hinata.
"Heh," said Naruto as he scratched the back of his head, "that's because I'm one too."
He showed her the bracelet on his wrist and had it transform into his morpher.
"With this I can morph into the White Dino Ranger," said Naruto.
"S-so I can morph as well?" asked Hinata.
"Indeed," said Zordon, "take the amulet into your hand."
Hinata did so and plucked the amulet from her necklace. It then grew to the size of a baseball in her hand.
"Now simply say 'Samurai Storm, Ranger Form' and you will transform," said Zordon.
Hinata held up the amulet, "Samurai Storm, Ranger Form!"
There was a bright flash of light and when it faded, Hinata was wearing a green outfit with chain-mail sleeves and a gold armored vest. To top it off, she had a katana sheathed at her him and wore a helmet with a shuriken shaped visor.
"Wh-what is this?" asked Hinata, her voice distorted from the helmet.
"Awesome Hinata," said Naruto, "you morphed. That's a badass outfit too."
Hinata blushed behind her helmet at the praise from Naruto and Zordon cleared his throat.
"As the Green Samurai Ranger, you will need to learn to use your sword to fight," said Zordon, "luckily, I will be able to instruct you on what you need to know to wield the sword. I'd like you to come here every day to train with Naruto."
Hinata couldn't believe what she was hearing. She was going to get the chance to have daily training sessions with Naruto! It took all she had not to faint from excitement.
"I-I-I'll do it," said Hinata with a smile.
"Then I welcome you into the Power Ranger Family," said Zordon.