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Chapter 2: Painful training… And the gifts of the demons to their vessels!
Komyo decided to sleep that night after the successful ritual of taming the demons inside the 3 children. That night, he had an ominous dream.
Dream POV:
Komyo stood before a dark cave, he saw 2 giant pairs of carved hands made of stone with claw like nails. In each finger, there stood one human. Komyo slowly walked closer at giant pair of hands. He saw a man with long black hair and golden slitted eyes while he saw the remaining nine wore straw hats and long Kimono's with red clouds as design. He couldn't see the persons inside those cloaks so he ignored that and continued walking up front. After a couple of minute's walk, he noticed a large creature with 9 eyes and a large mouth. It seemed as though the creature was left imprisoned by the stones of the cave. Just then he started to walk towards the creature; it opened its eyes… Then a great flash of light…
Komyo awoke sweat dripping from his forehead he realized it was already morning. Time to wake up the kids.
He entered the room where the kids had slept he first woke up Naruto, then Haku and finally Gaara. Gaara had slept quietly last night for some reason.
"Gaara-kun, ever wondered why you fell asleep last night?" Asked Komyo as Gaara nodded his head.
"Look at the seal your father placed at you." Said Komyo as Gaara took the instructions. He looked at his navel and discovered that the seal was altered
"I altered the seal within you and I also tamed your demons. Meaning they are now a part of you but only when you ask or say so to those demons." Komyo said
"Right now, you three would be thought on many different styles of combat. But we have to let you decide on what style you want to undertake." Said Komyo as he said this; the three immediately listened carefully to what they have to do
"There many different styles choosing from: Aikido, Tai chi, Jujitsu, simple Karate, 5 form arts, and the Mishima Ryuu. That is our most recent style." Said Komyo
"Then Komyo-Sensei, what style do you suggest that is best for us?" Asked Naruto while looking at his Sensei
"Well according to your type of nature, I suggest Gaara take Aikido and Jujitsu lessons because he is the defensive type of person. For Naruto, I suggest to you just simple Karate and the Mishima Ryuu because you will need the extra raw power as for Haku, she will most likely excel in accuracy and fancy footwork so I recommend Tai chi and the 5 form arts." Said Komyo
The trio answered, "We accept at your suggestion Sensei. We need something we're good at."
Komyo smiled at the three and said, "Okay training commences now, we need you three to be strong."
The three nodded and as they left their sleeping quarters, they talked on how exciting this training was for them.
The three would have to be separated for their lessons on their own style of arts they given a break of about ten minutes every now and then until late in the afternoon. Naruto's training involved endurance, stamina, strength and concentration. Gaara's training involved mental alertness, concentration and strategic attacks. While Haku's training involved good eyesight, speed training and mental alertness.
Naruto's training:
"Hello Naruto-san, I am your teacher for Karate and Mishima Ryuu. I'll be your instructor for this training so please sit and we'll commence training." Said the man and added, "By the way, my names Suichi."
Naruto nodded as the man disappeared from his view for a while and Naruto wondered what type of training his sensei would be teaching him. The monk entered with a stick at his hands and said, "Naruto-san, I know this may hurt, but this is for endurance training. We need you to endure pain as best as you could for your nerves be numbed to any pain that will come at you. Pain distracts you at what you do so we need you to fully ignore pain and somehow numb its effects on your body. Understand?"
Naruto gave a nod and said, "I'll do my best! I won't let pain stop me!"
Suichi understood and started to hit his student with the stick… Hard.
Gaara's Training:
Gaara was wondering what kind of training would he get in mental alertness. Just as he was thinking, a monk appeared before him with multiple coconut shells. 1 at each kneecap 2 at his upper chest, 2 at the back 1 at each ankle and 1 at each hand he was holding.
"What are those?" Asked Gaara
"You're training regimen of course, here, wear one." Said the monk as he handed Gaara the coconut shells. Gaara took and wore the er training suit and sad, "Okay, what's next?"
"Watch…" Said the monk as he did multiple strikes at his coconut shell suit. Gaara had a hard time trying to do what he does. After that, the monk said, "There's a pattern you have to do to get this right, you're gonna have to be alert."
Gaara then studied the pattern and practiced. He made a lot of mistakes
Haku's Training:
Haku waited for her Sensei as she sat at a small clearing until her instructor came into view. The monk said, "Stand up please. We commence training right now."
Haku stood and asked, "What kind of training will it be?"
The monk said to her, "This type of training involves good eyesight, I will be throwing something at you and you must go catch it alright?"
"Okay" Said Haku as the monk placed himself at a good distance from Haku. The monk started to throw something.
Haku tried to catch it only to end tripping and falling into a small pond.
Naruto's next training schedule was to run around the lake near the monastery as much as he can until he wears out. Right before halfway, Naruto already collapsed from exhaustion. Gaara's involved concentrating on controlling his sand that protected him. That didn't work well as the sand was still left untamed. Gaara ended up with sand in his mouth. Haku's next training involved sprinting from point A to point B as fast as she could. The only problem was, there were a lot of rocks and Haku continuously tripped her way towards point B. Finally was their last training regimen for the day, Naruto's last exercise involved punching a log 3 meters thick. He was asked to make just a crack at the wood since he was still a beginner. He ended up with a wounded knuckle and a splitting headache. Over at Gaara's was just a simple game of Shogi. Only this simple game meant if you lose a flick at the wrist was needed to pay the debt. Gaara ended up with red wrists that day. Finally was Haku's her final training exercise was the same as Gaara's first exercise the coconut clapping. She had the same headaches as Gaara and Naruto's.
Later that day:
Everyone ended up either bruised, cold or having an excruciating headache. The three of them were tired and hurt from their training and they thought that dinner would be less important today. So the three of them decided that it was a good idea to just go to bed.
Sleeping quarters:
Naruto had plopped down on his own bed and then asked his 2 friends what had happened earlier on.
After there small conversation, Naruto asked them, "Since when did you guys knew you had demons sealed inside you?"
"Ever since I can remember what about you?" Asked Gaara to Haku
"Same here, But only my mother told me about it. She said that our family held the demon for years but when the civil war broke down in Kiri, the demon was forced to be sealed within me, yours?" Asked Haku looking at Naruto
"I recently heard it from a stupid drunk back at home. After his 'Enlightening Speech', the adult villagers seemed to side to the idiot and they forced me to run away." Said Naruto
"That's sad. I guess that's the fate of the vessels of demons. Give them your all and they throw back crap." Said Gaara
"I know, the fox was sealed inside me even without my consent. Those morons should have thanked me for holding back the stupid fox" Said Naruto turning to his side of the bed.
"Anyway, I think we need rest for that training tomorrow my head still hurts and I need some sleep if ever we start that again tomorrow" Said Gaara rubbing his head.
"Well goodnight you 2" Said Haku falling asleep
Everyday was the same training for the 3 it had taken a lot from them and they grew strong. Sometimes they were forced to do chores like gathering from the lake with a stick for their shoulders to support 2 pails while wearing weights or cutting firewood with weights. Sometimes there were simple chores like fishing for food while still wearing weights and in just one year, their bodies could now benefit the needed work. Soon the training they took was simple for them and they focused their styles for 2 years. During those years, the 3 would have a little sparring match either if there is no training for the day or after training when the training for them is light. Those fights always ended with a draw.
One night, the three had their own dream of their own demons.
Naruto's Dream POV:
Naruto was walking within the sewers water was flowing everywhere and saw a large gate. Inside the gate, the demon fox, the Kyuubi no Kitsune opened his eyes at the young child in front of him. The demon fox had awoken and spoke to Naruto,
"What a weak vessel you are! Just by looking at your scrawny little putrid face! And that fool managed to defeat me… I tell you he got me distracted for just a second and the next thing I knew I'm in this dump." Said the Kyuubi in a roaring voice
"Yoh, Stupid Fox! I am not weak! And by the way, it's time for you to pay some rent! You've been living here in this dump for 8 years, it's time pay chakra damn fox!"
"I never expected a child could be so daring to one such as me. Therefore, It is only fitting that you inherit my powers. But since your human, that type op power changes adapting to your body. I'll be explaining once we start your journey again." Said the Kyuubi Gaara's Dream POV:(A/n: I don't know much about Gaara and Haku's mind but I'll have to substitute…)
Gaara's Dream POV:
Gaara stood in the middle of an oasis in the middle of a desert. He saw Shukaku being held by multiple chain shackles at his paws, feet and torso and bound to a large rock. Shukaku gazed at Gaara with its golden eyes and said, "That seal altered to how I control, normally the seal would project me being bound to vines and trees. These Chain Shackles and this boulder prevent me now, I can't control you anymore I'm bound to you forever. Therefore the only thing I can do now is to pass on my power to you. Since when you die I also die, I can't take the risk of you only relying on the Suna no Tate and the Suna no Yoroi it'll be our death. So you'll be the sole heir to my power. Tailed beasts vary their power and characteristics. For example, I'm the most versatile because of my sand protecting me automatically. I'll explain once you continue your journey with the Kyuubi brat."
"When will that be?" Asked Gaara"I don't know! Go ask the Kyuubi Brat!" Said Shukaku
Haku's Dream POV:
Haku sat beside a peaceful lake. The peaceful lake turned into chaos when a giant whirlpool appeared in the middle of the lake. Thunder clapped as dark clouds stood ominously in the middle of the lake. Suddenly, she heard a huge roar and saw that in the middle of the whirlpool a blue dragon with 4 tails flew out and saw Haku.
"Child, with the ritual of what that monk has done to the three of us, we can do nothing anymore but for you to inherit our powers, we are now bound together. For when you die, I die as well, that monk's ritual allowed your bodies to adapt to our powers that unleashes a power that is even beyond of a Kage." Said the Mizu Ryuu.
"So that was what Komyo-Sensei said about taming the demons within us." Said Haku
"Unfortunate as it is, we are left with no other choice. I will explain everything when the journey starts again. But for now, we will be leaving you three with weapons that only we could supply to you." Said the Mizu Ryuu
Normal POV:
Morning had come, with the chirping of birds and the crow of a rooster, the three children awoke. Naruto woke first only to find a katana with its metallic designed sheathe. Another weapon was that of a white handle that was strapped to its strange leather strap. Naruto wondered to wherever they came from. First though he had to take a shower and then talk to Komyo for them to leave the temple and for them to continue their journey three days from now.
After Naruto had woken up, Haku had awoken. She saw a wooden but strong hilt that had no blade. There were 2 to be exact. She then placed it on her bag to study it later. The last one to awake was Gaara, he stretched and yawned and found something at his bedside, a folding Zanbatou (Spear-sword crossover used by ancient Samurai if they don't want the standard Katana). Gaara looked curiously at it and then placed it at his bag to take a good look at it later.
Breakfast:
Naruto and the 3 went in to find the rest of the monks starting to prepare for the morning. The three helped the monks and had some simple talk. After the preparations for breakfast is ready, Komyo walked in.
The monks and the children started to eat. After breakfast, Naruto decided to tell Komyo if they could leave now or in 2 or 3 days
"Komyo-Sensei, we wish to continue our journey for strength and kindly ask if we are now allowed to leave? Is the training you gave us enough? Or are we ready?" Asked Naruto Komyo turned back and answered him
"Naruto, it is your decision to leave. But I understand of why you had to leave. I knew this day would come and I don't regret in teaching the three of you. The training you that you received are for you to use, I have given all of you enough training already. The 3 of you are more than ready to continue your journey. It is all in the matter of your own bravery, determination and wit." Said Komyo looking outside the window seeing the lake.
Naruto felt happy and said, "Thank you Sensei!"
"But wait Naruto-kun, I am asking you to go to the north east of here there you will find a man that will teach you about what we do not know and that is Swordplay. I want you to change your hairstyle because people might recognize you instantly. The people of that border do not wish to see someone who resembles their enemy. That is the only thing I wish from you. The country you will be next staying will be the Earth country. Near at the path of the border where your going is the place where you will find the man who will teach you." Said Komyo as he looked at Naruto. Komyo took him to the showers and after that, he arranged Naruto's hair. He made Naruto's hair fall down. He was no longer the spiky haired type now that the wild hair has been tamed.
After their conversation, Naruto decided to go to his friends and tell them the news. The three were happy that they would be on the move again. The three immediately packed their belongings and cleaned there soon to be former sleeping quarters. After they cleaned their room, they decided that now was the time to go to the place that Komyo meant. The three of them took off by jumping to trees. By now, the three of them are now good at Taijutsu and some Ninjutsu meaning, they were now your elite Genin Team. They jumped from branch to branch until it was dark. The three of them decided to spend the night there and then the demons spoke to them again.
Naruto's:
"Kit, remember that sword and the strange object that you saw by your bed this morning?" Asked the Kyuubi
'You mean that? Why?' Asked Naruto to the fox
'That is one of the gifts I am giving you, These 2 weapons. They open by gripping them and saying, 'Fuuin Kai' (Unseal) so that you could pull them out of those safety seals.' Said the Kyuubi
'Cool! When do I learn how to use this?' Asked Naruto
"That's why we're heading northeast aren't we? The man who that monk guy said might be true so we're going there." Said the Kyuubi
Naruto only nodded and tried to do what the furball said. He gripped the sword's hilt and the strange handle's hilt and said, "Fuuin Kai (Unseal!)"
The strong grip on the weapons loosened as he pulled the blade, the one on his left, glowed an ominous red. Even his blade was dyed red. The weird one on his ride turned to be a chakra-siphoning sword. The sword consumes the right amount of chakra and maintains it thus forming a blade that can cut through almost anything
Naruto's jaw dropped as he saw the elegant blades at his hand
Gaara's:
"Yow kid, get that long blade from your bag." Said the Shukaku
'Are you gonna teach me how to use it?' Asked Gaara
"No I'm just teaching you how to activate it. Suna Zanbatou is a 2 in one weapon. You could use it like a chain and sickle and just like a normal Zanbatou." Said the Shukaku
Gaara did as he was told and grabbed the long blade from his bag and Shukaku began to speak again.
"Great now. Try raising it up and the sand would begin to maintain it in a straight line and use your chakra to fully attach it. You do know how to mold chakra right?" Said Shukaku and Gaara did as he was told.
'Of course I know, Naruto taught me since he was tutored on ninja basics.' Said Gaara
When he raised up the Zanbatou, Sand began maintaining it in a straight line and Gaara used his chakra. The Zanbatou attached itself to every separated part.
"Cool!" Said Gaara
Haku's:
"Remember those hilts I gave to you? Get them and I'll show you how you can use them. I'll be also passing a gift to you that allows you to create water out of nothing." Said the Mizu Ryuu as Haku opened her bag and grabbed the 2 wooden hilts.
"Good, use your chakra to create water by focusing chakra at your hand and imagine how water flows." Said the Mizu Ryuu and Haku obeyed. When Haku opened her eyes, water was floating like a ball at her hands.
"Now put the first hilt near the water and see what happens." Said the Mizu Ryuu
Haku did so and the first hilt began siphoning the water and the hilt began forming a blade. The weapon became a short sword. Just as the first hilt was finished, the second hilt immediately reacted by itself and approached the water at Haku's hand fast. The hilt went through and out came another short sword.
Haku was awestricken by the elegant short blades. The three children were stuck within their own worlds until,
"Awesome! This weapon rocks!" Said Naruto as he gazed at his weapons he then thought of putting them back now.
He slid the red sword at its sheathe and the grip on the weapons tightened again. He slid his other weapon and the leather strap bound the weapon again
Gaara thought on how to let his weapon turn back to being the compact one. He tried to stretch the middle of the weapon and was right. The weapon folded again at his hands.
Haku's was easy the water just de-solidified because of her bloodline. She placed the hilts at her backpack. Soon the three slept for the next day.
Next day:
"Ne, Gaara, Haku, I think we need to buy new clothes. We're growing up we need a change once in a while. I think we might be able to buy clothes with the money we have left." Said Naruto as he grabbed his frog purse while the three were walking at the main road. The two at his back started to agree. The three of them were wearing clothes of a monk in training. So they thought it'd be best to buy new clothes.
While the three were walking, they happened to notice an old man passing by and Haku asked him, "Excuse us sir, but where is the nearest village and are there any shop there that sells clothes?"
The old man smiled at the children and said, "The nearest village is only 2 kilometers away you guys could make it there by mid-noon and yes there is a store there that sells clothes specifically ninja clothes." Said the old man
"Thank you very much!" Said Haku bowing down
"You're welcome." Said the old man as the three continued walking
By mid-noon the trio reached the village. The village was large and then they began asking for directions again. They found the department store that sells Shinobi wear and the three decided to look in.
After 2 hours of looking at the clothes store, Naruto had picked his clothing. A black jacket with a red color at the upper one fourth of the jacket. The red dye on the shoulders formed a triangular mark that reached his lower arm. He left his jacket unzipped. A black shirt and a black sleeveless shirt, a pair of dark green cargo pants that reached his lower leg, a pair of finger less gloves, and some bandages at his lower legs. He also bought a pair of black sandals. Naruto then placed the red sword at his back and strapped it vertically. The other one was strapped at his waist loosely. Naruto looked perfect with the hair he just received from their sensei, Komyo.
Gaara had picked his style; a dark red Chinese Long sleeve cloak underneath it was a black sleeveless shirt like Naruto's, a pair of dark red pants and a white sash. He then had an idea to make a gourd out of sand and placed it at Gaara's back. He then placed Suna Zanbatou inside the gourd.
(A/n: Genius ne?)
Finally was Haku's, she wore a short white Kimono that was held by a green sash (Think like Tsunade's), a dark long sleeve underneath it, cycling shorts underneath the kimono and a new pair of sandals. She then bought a holster, and placed the 2 hilts at her holster. The holster was then placed at her belt. She then bought a pair of giant needle like ornament for her hair and tied it with the ornament. (I don't know what that is so I'm clueless)
The three looked like they were now ready for combat.
"Hey guys, how do we know that the village is the right village?" Asked Gaara
"Sensei said that the village were going is near the border of Earth country. He said that we have to go northeast in this main road to get there just straight there would be a village near its border and then the man will teach us about our styles of swordplay." Said Naruto looking directly at the road leading northeast.
"Yeah but how do we know that we are nearing Earth Country?" Asked Haku
"Hang on, I'll go ask one of those travelers." Said Gaara
5 minutes later Gaara came back and said to them, "They said that we'll notice the change in landscape when we see lots of mountains and a village near it. That must be the village we'll be going then"
"Great! Now that settled, let's go!" Said Naruto as they set off northeast.
End.
Hah! Another chapter done! Well RnR!
Oh and help me figure out names for Naruto's weapons. I decided to call Haku's weapon, Mugen Suiryuu no Mai (Dance of infinite Water Dragons) But she'll call it that by the next chapter