Well this chap came out sooner than normal. I had a little break while traveling down the road of life, and the time was available. Murphy has clearly kicked my arse this week, but whatever. Enjoy the newest chap, things are starting to get a little more fun (for me and the readers, not poor Naruto ;) ).
Ok, I think I need to express some things. Some of you seem to disagree with the Sasuke vs Moka fight. Here are some things that I want you to understand that led to my decision on that fight.
1) Inner Moka is more powerful than level 2 Sasuke. I take that from the fact that when Naruto and Sasuke fought at the VOTE in the manga, curse sealed two sasuke barely defeated two tailed naruto. This with a mature Sharingan. If that was the case, his curse seal two from should be as powerful as two tails of the nine tails power. Taking into consideration that sasuke is four years older now, he should be able to surpass two tails easily. However, three tails is still out of his range power wise. But his speed training should make him the speed equal of a three tail naruto. Moka in RV took on a four tailed Kuyou and held her own. He was clearly more powerful, but with help she overcame him. This would put her power between that of a three tailed fox and a four tailed fox. Yet Gin could clearly outclass her unsealed form in speed but not kuyou. I assume Gin must have above three tails worth of speed, yet Moka is below three tails worth of speed. That is why Moka (above three tails power, below three tails speed) is more powerful yet only equal to level 2 Sasuke (around two tails power, below three tails speed) in speed.
2) The Sharingan IS that haxxed. If you guys read what Sasuke could do with that eye in the manga, its astronomical. However, pertaining to this fight, lets look at his ability to predict taijutsu. When he fought a vastly superior lee before the chunin exams, his eyes could read some of lee's moves but his body couldn't react. That was with only two tomes. With a mature sharingan, he could probably follow and predict lee alot better. And before the chakra vs yokai debate comes into play, lee doesn't use chakra (or a miniscule amount?). In a taijutsu only fight, if he already has equal or nearly equal speed as his opponent, the sharingan will give him a ridiculous advantage.
3) Sasuke is a prideful bastard. His pride has ALWAYS been his biggest issue. Anyone that can exploit it can win. Period.
4) In a Monster vs Shinobi situation where all are equal, the shinobi has the advantage of training and adaptability. If Sasuke had turned the battle into a ninjutsu or even genjutsu included match, Moka's slightly greater power would have meant nothing (Orochimaru vs. tailed Naruto comes to mind). Only an overwhelming amount of power can overcome greater skill (four tailed Naruto vs Orochimaru comes to mind). Since they were close enough, almost any jutsu would have given Sasuke an overwhelming advantage.
Look, I think Sasuke is a complete villain, but you can't deny the guys power. To do so would be bashing for the basis of bashing, not giving an honest opinion of the situation. And I also think by being as objective as possible is the purpose of a serious story...oh and to the post that didn't think that the entire thing would even happen in the naruto verse. I ask you this, how many are sacrificed, used for the greater good or are even subject to rules that they may not like even in the anime (naruto's entire life, heritage being witheld, Tsunade never telling him even though they are related, the law of the third etc comes to mind.)? This may have been glossed up because children watch...but it is a story about shinobi, in the shinobi era. I don't think this is two far fetched of an idea.
Well, enough of my rambling...that was one big arse authors note. Please enjoy the chapter.
-until next time
Disclaimer: I don't own Naruto, Rosario + Vampire or anything.
"Pervert": Talking
Gaki: Thinking
Kit: Demonic/Summoning speaking
Shannaro: Demonic/Summoning thinking
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The battered teen crashed to her knees in pain and exhaustion. The fight had been intense, a battle like none she had never encountered before. In all of my battles, I have never truly fought a pure equal. With my father or Naruto-kun, I was clearly outclassed. With my sister or the other girls, I was vastly superior. But this half-breed was able to match me blow for blow… The musings of the weary monster was interrupted as a pair of strong arms wrapped around her shoulders. This feeling…you definitely have a unique aura Naruto-kun. But you still have yet to claim me.
"You're safe now Moka-chan." The soft whispering of the blue eyed male eased the tension from her body. "You did well."
The silver haired teen shivered for an unknown reason before slipping into unconsciousness…
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The imposing blonde was revealed to the crowd after the swirl of leaves died down. The powerful ninja faced all in attendance and spoke loudly and clearly. "Winner of the match and clan dispute between the Namikaze and Uchiha clan is Namikaze Moka." The buxom konoichi waited for the uproar of applause to die down before continuing. She glared to her left at the broken form of the Uchiha; as the medics and his teammate rushed to his aid. "With this victory, the clan dispute between the Namikaze and Uchiha has been decided." The fifth fire shadow paused as she glanced to her right; watching the frustrating blonde teen carrying his silver haired companion bridal style. His other female contingents were easily noted rushing through the stands to reach the pair. Seeing this, an ominous grin spread across the powerful woman's face. So you like to try and give me a heart attack huh brat. We'll see who the most surprising ninja really is. "As this dispute has concluded, I wish to address some information that may or may not no doubt already be circulating concerning the purpose of today's matches."
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It doesn't make sense. Although the girl is incredibly powerful, Uchiha Sasuke had the victory in hand. It is all because of his foolish arrogance that he lost the chance at a truly unstoppable bloodline legacy. Itachi would have never toyed with his opponent, but of course this mere whelp is nothing compared to his brother. The fuming shinobi glanced down at the powerful female sanin. Now this over-hyped brat is gloating before the entire village. She is definitely not worthy of that hat. A frown broke out on the dangerous shinobi's face. Now the entire world will know of the humiliation of the Uchiha and the dangerous exposure of the jinchuuriki. There HAS to be a way to turn this situation back to my favor. With a grunt of displeasure, the aged war hawk slipped into the shadows and vanished.
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That jutsu was truly devastating. Some of my clan are still suffering, and we were several hundreds of feet away. To think, this boy helped to create a move that could cripple a sharingan…or even a byakugan user. If word of this gets out to the rest of the nations, we will be greatly at risk. Now more than ever, we must gain leverage over Minato's son. His ascent is truly frightening. Without an ability to control or counter him and his rising clans, he may just upset the balance of the entire village.
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What the hell are you doing baa-chan? Now everyone will know what my 'special status' is. I'll have fan girls like Sasuke at this rate.
"…and because of this, Namikaze Uzumaki Naruto is allowed to marry three women per clan, in an effort to populate the Uzumaki and Namikaze for the good of the village. All those that wish to apply as a wife of the Uzumaki or Namikaze must have a signed agreement with Naruto-dono and be approved through the office of the Hokage…"
Yeah right baa-chan. You're going to have every merchant and tradesman beating down my door…if they can find it. The jinchuuriki frowned at his village leader. If I'm going down, I'll drown you in paperwork with me.
…and because he is the son of a Kage, another bride is allowed to carry on the traditions of a fire shadow. Finally, his status as a clan head that can prevent passing on clan protected genes; leaves open the option of mutual political alliances…."
Damnit baa-chan! If this gets out I'll have half of the elemental nations after me. What the hell does this accomplish anyway? With Akatsuki after my neck, why make me a bigger target? Whatever, now that Moka's asleep I'll talk to Gaara and then get the hell out of here. Wordlessly, the whiskered teen created a half dozen shadow clones before shimmering from view.
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Excited muttering broke out among civilian and shinobi alike. A person with the collective rights of the heir of Namikaze Minato had not been considered possible. The rules of the very village were designed to prevent any single person from having this much political influence. Yet here he was...circumstances surrounding his birth had caused the perfect storm. Any that could claim a piece of the teen would be a part of something truly special. Already, the wheels of prosperity were turning in the heads of those that could see all of the benefits of being associated with the previously lowly jinchuuriki. By the time the blue eyed shinobi and his shadow clone escorted entourage had arrived in the section of the Kazekage; many began to converge on his location. One thing was for certain, Namikaze Uzumaki Naruto's life would never be the same again.
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"Ah, Uzu-er Namikaze Uzumaki Naruto. I wish to congratulate you and Namikaze Moka for your fine victories in your clan disputes. Now, is there something that you need of me?"
"Um yeah Ga…Kazekage-dono. I have something that I wish to talk to you about that may benefit Suna as a whole and you especially."
"Any benefit to Suna is welcome my friend. Now, shall we proceed to the Hokage's office to discuss the matter?"
"Actually, I would like to talk about this at a different location. Will you oblige me Kazekage-dono?"
"I trust you with my life my friend. Please, lead the way." With that, the blonde, five shadow clones, his entourage and the Suna contingent vanished into the wind. The final shadow clone looked around the stadium before finding its target. Soon, it too blurred from view.
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The clone materialized just beside the stadium roof in silent pursuit of its elusive quarry. The startled shinobi had zero time to react before they both disappeared in a shimmer of light.
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Inside the Namikaze estate, over a dozen figures fazed into view. A few moments later, two additional figures appeared as well. While most were happy to get away from the crowd at the stadium, not everyone was pleased with the situation.
"What the hell gaki? You kidnap me right as I'm leaving to do my research!" The furious sanin glowered down at his godson. "Do you realize that extreme battles always force people to want to relax? It is almost guaranteed that the onsens will be full to capacity today!"
"Pervy sage, please calm down and look around. I don't think the ladies here appreciate your open perversion and obsession with peeping."
The mighty toad sage paled as the combined killing intent around him thickened. Gathering as much courage as he could, he returned his gaze to his apprentice. "W-well why did you bring me here gaki?"
"One sec pervy sage." The blonde swept his eyes over those in the room, most still silently focusing KI on his perverted godfather. With a thought, all but a single shadow clone poofed out of existence. Handing the still sleeping silver haired teen to it, he regarded those in attendance. "Kurumu, Mizore and Ruby; I want you all to go and relax. Do whatever you like, but don't leave the grounds right now. If you need to, there is an onsen behind the house. I'll find you guys in a few hours, ok?" The fox container noted the look of confusion and concern on his friends' faces, yet they nodded nonetheless and turned to leave. Glancing behind, the host watched as another attempted to leave the room. "Don't even think about it pervy sage. I need you for something important." The pitiful pout of the aged warrior had no effect whatsoever. Turning, the blonde faced his doppelganger. "I need you to take Moka to her room and unseal one of the packs that I installed in there a few days ago. When she wakes up, she'll need it." The clone nodded in understanding before heading towards the room in question. "Kazekage-dono, I have brought you here to ask for permission to study your seal. With Jirayia-sensei here, we may have a way to fix the faulty construction and make your life more peaceful."
The wind maiden gasped in surprise as the information hit her. He thinks he can fix Gaara's seal? Before she could speak her opinion, her village leader beat her to the punch.
"Namikaze Naruto, do you truly believe that you can help me?"
"I do Kaze…"
"Here in your home, please call me Gaara my friend."
"I believe I can Gaara. I will study the seal with my sensei here, and then I'll feel it to see what the problem is."
"You have saved me from the darkness once, and have saved my life a second time." The red headed teen bowed deeply to his host. "I can never repay your kindness. I will be further indebted to you my friend if you can help me."
The blonde scratched the back of his head awkwardly as the other two present gaped in shock. To have a Kage to not only openly profess a debt of honor, but to bow in deference to another was unprecedented outside of supplication to a conquering enemy. It was a true testament to the impact that the fox container had on those around him.
"Gaara, please don't bow to me. You are almost like a brother to me, and you owe me nothing. I just want you to be happy now that you have found your precious people. And I asked Temari to stay because I knew she would just insist on doing so anyways. If you will all follow me, we can proceed to my dad's sealing room to get things started."
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It had been an hour since the conclusion of the clan dispute, yet most could not stop talking about what they had learned. The defeat of the Uchiha, revelations of the heir of the Yondaime and the disappearance act of said heir with the Kazekage and the toad sage set the rumor mill on fire. It was clear to even the average observer that this would be the primary news for a while and would affect the very foundations of the elemental nations.
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My second home away from home. It has been to long since I have seen these shores. Perhaps I should have led my clan here and not sided with that traitorous Senju. Eh, no matter; the leaf served its purpose. Now, I think it's time to reclaim my throne.
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The white haired seal master and his blonde apprenticed observed the notes that they had taken. The wind maiden in the room glanced between her silent brother and the two seal masters in anxiousness. The suspense was killing her.
"It looks like your standard even numbered seal to me gaki. By all rights, this seal should be able to connect two souls together. The only thing that we should have to do is place another two point seal over the original one to further filter the one-tails influence out."
"I don't know if that is the problem pervy sage. When I felt the seal, something felt off. It felt like there was a bulge in the core of the seal or something. But because the core was created prior to Gaara being born, I can't access it without going deeper."
A frown appeared upon the aged shinobi's face at that comment. "Do you know how dangerous that could be Naruto? By submerging deeper into this seal, your consciousness may get swept up into the sealing matrix and force you into Gaara's mind. And since you're not a Yamanaka, you may not be able to find your way out."
"I know Jirayia-sensei, but it doesn't seem like we have any other choice. And I really want to find out what's going on in there."
"Namikaze Naruto, I appreciate your willingness to help me. But I don't want you to risk yourself for this." The Suna leader slumped his shoulders a hair, an action caught only by his sister. "If I need to, I can deal with the Shukaku. I have suppressed it for years now."
The whiskered teen slowly shook his head. "Gaara, you don't have to suffer alone. I want to help you because you deserve the same mental peace as anyone. For your sake, and those that need you; I'll risk this to help you to better protect your precious people." The blonde placed a hand on his fellow containers shoulder. "I'll be fine Gaara, I need to do this."
The white haired super pervert snorted at the two. "Will you two love birds cut out all the angst? And you Naruto…you're still that reckless little gaki that I met before the chunin exams, do you know that?" The sanin rolled his eyes at his apprentice's huff of indignation. "If you're going to do this, I guess I'll have to help. I'll put an anchor seal on you so that I can monitor the situation as well as I can if things go bad. If you get pulled into the seal, and get in over your head; flare your chakra and I will try to pull you back."
"Sounds like a plan sensei. As soon as you place the seal, I'll get started."
Using a basic parchment, the author of Icha scribbled a quick seal on the paper. Slapping it on the back of the neck of his godson, the seal activated with a slight flash of blue. After rubbing his neck in slight irritation, the blonde stepped towards his red haired friend and placed his hand on the seal mark over his heart.
Man, this is one weird seal. It feels sentient like Anko's was. And it's trying to resist me. What the hell…look like that damn super pervert's precautions were needed after all…
The seal on the Kazekage's chest flash gold before both jinchuuriki collapsed bonelessly to the floor.
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Damn brat. Why did he run off with the damn pervert and the Kazekage without saying anything? He knows that you can't even get to his house without an escort, and he didn't even think to consult me? The buxom blonde frowned grumpily at the perceived slight. And what's so great about that pervert anyway? He could have taken me as well so that I wouldn't have to deal with these mindless civilians. The Hokage glared angrily at the paperwork that towered over her desk. It loomed over her ominously, promising hours of untold misery. Damn smug paperwork! Maybe I shouldn't have tried to get back at the little brat. If it weren't for the fact that it would bring more of this horrible paperwork, I would pre-approve some of these requests and put the onus on his neck. Ughh, I would rather have Jirayia here trying to get a peek than to deal with any more of this stuff. I swear, Shizune is privately a sadist and is bringing me these to torture me….
The internal monologue of the slug princess was brought to a halt as a mop of black haired backed inside her open door. She watched in horror as the bane of her existence entered her room.
No…no more. For the love of Kami no! Naruto…Jirayia…Orochimaru…Danzo! Anyone but her….
"Tsunade-sama, I have the billing reports for the damage done to the chunin exam stadium."
The Anbu hidden in the room sweat dropped at the image of a sobbing fifth Hokage.
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"Now that was weird. So this is what someone else's mind feels like." The recovering blonde observed his surroundings. He was located at an ancient city surrounded by sand. At the center was a large shrine that gave an ominous feeling. All of the houses were nomad in style, yet held neither doors nor windows. To his far left, a traditional fountain, containing blood, bubbled constantly. The wind seemed to blow in all directions at once without moving his clothes or hair. It was both beautiful and horrible at the same time. "Now I feel like even more of a weirdo since my mind was a sewer."
"It is best that we do what we need quickly Namikaze Naruto."
The whiskered teen spun around in surprise to come face to face with the stoic image of his fellow container. "Gaara, man I didn't even sense you."
"That is not important at the moment. We must hurry to the destination. I can only contain Shukaku for fifty-seven minutes out of an hour. My hourly limit is almost gone, and then its influence may become a danger to you."
Blue eyes widened in surprise at the information. "Um, sure Gaara. Just lead me to where your seal is located."
Green eyes narrowed a fraction before a frown appeared on the sand master's face. "We must head to the shrine in the center of town. It is what contains the Shukaku."
Without another word, the red-head quickly strode toward the large structure, leaving Namikaze clan head scrambling to catch up.
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"Ahh, this feels great! It is so wonderful of my beloved destined one to pamper me like this." The blue haired girl sighed in contentment as she soaked in the luxuriously large tub. "This is how a woman is supposed to be treated."
Her purple haired rival stared intently for a moment before popping a lollipop in her mouth. "You know boob woman, those large mammary glands may get wrinkled in all that hot water." The yuki-onna allowed a small smirk to play across her face. "You'll have two half empty water sacs when you get out of there. Won't Yukari love that?"
The succubus bristled in fury, yet before she could stand was bound by several towels from the surrounding area. Her purple eyes flashed towards the third occupant of the room holding her wand casually in hand.
"Kurumu, while your rivalry with Mizore is amusing, I think we should not have violence inside the house. Naruto-niisan is stressed enough as it is." The dark-haired maiden allowed a weird look to cross her face. "And I would hate to have to…discipline the two of you for ruining niisan's house."
Both succubus and yuki-onna paled at the veiled threat, before turning away from one another in embarrassment.
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The duo scaled the stairs to the final door of the humongous structure. A pair of giant Iron doors held back the immense power flowing behind them.
The red head stopped a few feet away from the structure and turned towards his friend. "Naruto..this is the domain of the Shukaku. I have only willingly entered into these doors twice in my life. Both times was when I used the false sleep jutsu. When inside this prison, the Shukaku has full access to my body and can manifest itself with me as a medium. This will be extremely dangerous for you."
The whiskered teen suddenly gulped before closing his eyes in determination. "Well Gaara, this situation is gonna fix itself…let's do this.
Nodding, the Gondaime Kazekage reached out and pried open the large stone doors with both hands.
As the door creaked open the teenagers were blasted off their feet by an explosion of golden energy.
"HEHEHEHEHE! I've been waiting forever for you two to get here. Come in if you dare little mice!"
*****Author's Note Update*****
So yeah, after getting back and reading some of my reviews...I look like an arse. You guys were right (can't believe I mistook a power up for a tail :( ... ) and Naruto only went one tail in that fight. I can own up and say that I'm wrong...and I am. However, I still believe that a sixteen year old Sasuke with a second level seal is equal to two tails worth of power from Naruto. The rest of my explanation in the start of the page still holds true in my opinion. But I can definitely acknowledge you fans that have pointed out an error, and I will aim to better research more minute detail when it pertains to my stories in the future. I appreciate the correction and the tasteful way it was done.