Chapter 27 Showdown with the Sound Three
I don't own Naruto. Anything I use from the story is the property of its creator Mr. Kishimoto
(Forest)
After crossing the large mountain range, Naruto and gang made their way into a massive forest where the base was located according to Sasame's information. Naruto and Kakashi were in front with Tayuya Karin Kin and Sasame a few feet back in the middle and Fu in the back. Between Naruto Kakashi and Karin there was no way that the group would get ambushed by the Sound Three if they tried anything. "How far away are we from the base Sasame" Naruto shouted out.
"It's only about 10 kilometers away." Sasame replied.
"Sounds about right. There are three figures waiting for us about 8 kilometers away." Naruto said calmly. What shocked Naruto was that none of the people they were fighting seemed to be very strong. Taki wasn't a large village that much is true but the fact that a group of jonin was taken out by these weaklings surprised him.
"They're probably holding back for now. The key for our team was never our techniques but it was the curse mark jutsu." Tayuya explained almost as though she knew it was coming.
"Curse mark" Kakashi wondered. He remembered Naruto mentioned that Orochimaru gave Sasuke a curse mark during the chunin exams and Naruto had mentioned his theory that Orochimaru uses it to take over people's bodies but there was clearly more to it than that.
"That's right. The curse mark is kinda like a demonic power boost. The first level boosts our strength slightly and we get these marks on our bodies. The second level lets us transform into demonic figures but our power level's skyrocket."
"In other words the curse mark is kinda like Fu and my Bijuu's." Naruto surmised. Though Kurama was mad that he was being compared to something like Orochimaru's supposed jutsu.
"Exactly. My guess is that they were beaten because my old teammates went level 2 on them" Tayuya replied.
"Got it" Naruto replied.
"Well let's deal with them when we get to them" Kakashi said sternly reminding the team to get focused. This was a tough mission and they'd need to be smart if they were going to succeed.
"Right" the group replied as they slowly made their way towards the base.
(Scene Skip)
"So here we go" Naruto said calmly as the gang finally arrived at the location of the Three Sound Ninja. The group calmly went to the ground and the ninja in front of them smiled.
"I was wondering how long till you guys got here. I was getting bored" Kidomaru taunted. Kidomaru was a relatively tall young man with dark skin and black shaggy hair that was tied up in a ponytail that made his hair look spiky and black eyes. What made him particularly interesting was the fact that he had six arms with three on each side very much like a spider. He was wearing a black, sleeveless shirt under a sleeveless grey tunic that bore the symbol of the Sound Four on the hem, and black skin-tight shorts. He wore black arm-warmers, traditional black shinobi sandals with calf-length leg warmers covered by bandages, and a purple, rope-like belt tied in an inverted bow around his waist.
"Seems Tayuya really did betray us? I was wondering why she wasn't captured" Sakon sneered. Sakon was a medium sized young man with fair skin and straight light-blue grey hair that covered his right eye. He was wearing a black shirt under a brown tunic with long sleeves and bore the symbol of the Sound Four on the hem, and black skin-tight shorts. He also had black arm warmers. In addition he had traditional black shinobi sandals with calf-length leg warmers covered by bandages, and a purple, rope-like belt tied in an inverted bow around his waist. The gang couldn't see it but his twin brother Ukon was hidden underneath him.
"Fuck you Sakon" Tayuya growled.
"Can't we all just get along" Jirobo said calmly. Jirobo was a large young man in both size and stature with fair skin and narrowed, slanted orange eyes. His hair consisted of a mostly bald head with orange tufts on the side and an orange mohawk down the middle. He was wearing a beige-colored, sleeveless tunic with the symbol of the Sound Four on the hem and a pair of black, ¾ length pants that stopped just below his knees; black, arm-warmers, and a necklace that comprised of red circular pieces separating long, metallic pieces. He also wore traditional black shinobi sandals with mid-calf leg warmers covered by bandages, and a purple, rope-like belt tied in an inverted bow around his waist. Jirobo was the very definition of a gentle giant and everyone could tell that despite his calm appearance he was a vicious opponent.
"Sorry Jirobo but these guys are clearly after us in which case I propose a deal. We have two kilometers until you guys arrive at our base and I'm guessing that some of you guys are going to fight us. The three of us will take a half a kilometer each and whoever wants to fight it out can do it there." Kidomaru said calmly as though he was perfectly okay with the idea.
Naruto and Kakashi both found it surprising that he would give in to their way of thinking so easily. "Why so accepting." Naruto wondered. It was exactly what he was hoping for but to think that his opponent agreed to it so easily.
"Those last guys weren't too much fun and I need a good fight. Plus I think Sakon wants to fight Tayuya pretty badly" Kidomaru chuckled.
"That so" Kakashi replied with a smile.
"Yep but I'm first Jirobo and Sakon can go afterwards." Kidomaru smiled.
"It'll be just you and me buddy." Fu smiled as she came to the front ready to fight.
Kidomaru looked at Fu's arm and noticed the waterfall headband, "Hmm so you're that waterfall ninja those 3 idiots were talking about before we killed them." Kidomaru taunted hoping to get a rise out of Fu.
"That's right" Fu replied nonchalantly not falling for the taunt. She would've killed those three herself but this gives her an excuse to leave the waterfall at last
"On that note it's time to go" Naruto smiled as he and the other ninja left to give Fu enough room to fight.
"Good luck" Fu said happily as she prepared to face off with Kidomaru. Once it was clear that they were all alone, Kidomaru made his move.
"You should've asked for more help girlie. You'll need it" Kidomaru chuckled believing that one opponent wasn't enough.
(Scene Skip)
Another half a kilometer passed and the gang arrived at a small clearing with very few trees, "I'm next" Sakon smirked.
"Since you want to fight me so badly Sakon I'll give you your wish" Tayuya smiled ready to face off with her old comrade.
"Oh this is going to be good. When I take your head back to Lord Orochimaru I'll be rewarded greatly." Sakon replied.
"Good luck Tayuya" Naruto encouraged.
"Thanks but i won't need it" Tayuya smiled as the group left to the final area.
Sakon noticed the way that Tayuya looked at the young man and couldn't help but laugh. "So that's why you betrayed us. Who knew underneath all that anger there was a lovesick puppy." Sakon sneered
"I'll show you that this puppy has some bark" Tayuya growled. It was time to show her old teammates what she could do.
(Scene Skip)
The final half kilometer had been breached and it was time for the final battle. "So which of you is going to face me?" Jirobo announced.
"That'll be me" Naruto replied confidently.
"Get ready to lose" Jirobo growled determined to prove that he shouldn't be underestimated.
"If that's all we're going to head to the base" Kakashi said with a smile.
"Sure but be careful" Naruto replied ne
"Of course" Kakashi smiled as his made their way towards the man base. Once they were out of sight, Naruto was ready to fight.
"So big guy it's just you and me huh" Naruto smiled. Based on what Tayuya told him, Naruto would have no problem at all with Jirobo and he liked it that way.
"Yes it is but you should be more worried about your friends" Jirobo smirked.
"And why is that?" Naruto frowned.
"Because if you think we're the only ones guarding the base your nuts" Jirobo said with an evil smile.
"I already know about Tayuya's sister and about those guys who were after Sasame" Naruto replied angrily.
"If it was only those fools you'd be fine. However there's somebody else there who's far stronger than us waiting at the base."
Naruto had a feeling that something was wrong but he couldn't call Tayuya out on it, "Who's that?" Naruto wondered,
"Does the name Kimimaro ring a bell?"
That name did ring a bell and if this guy was waiting then he would have to win quickly "Looks like I have to finish you off pretty quickly big guy" Naruto smiled as he got into his stance.
"I'd like to see you try" Jirobo smiled back. Both were ready to fight and this was going to be good.
(Fu vs Kidomaru)
While Naruto prepared to fight Jirobo Fu and Kidomaru had begun their little battle. "Stay still you little brat" Kidomaru growled as he continued to spit spider webs at Fu who dodged with a smile.
"Yeah right, that thread of yours would trap me if I stayed still. You really are a spider" Fu taunted as she flew around with 4 translucent wings that came from her beast. Chomei seemed far more eager to help her since she started hanging around Naruto and the wings were part of it.
"Once I get you, you're a dead girl" Kidomaru cursed.
"Not likely" Fu smirked as she started to make hand signs ready to counter Kidomaru. She only knew a few jutsu from her time in Taki and she had to hope they'd be enough.
"Remember Fu, if you stop moving it gives him a moment to strike so you better make this count."
'I know Chomei. At the very least I have a few water jutsu that I can use from spying on the other ninja." Fu smirked having just finished the signs she wanted. Fu's ninja training was minimal but she was good enough to beat most bandits. Admittedly this guy was significantly stronger and this would be a much greater challenge.
"Hoh! Are you finally ready to fight back" Kidomaru smirked as he prepared to launch again. This battle was his to lose and luckily for him the Waterfall ninja revealed that she wasn't much of a battler. He also knew that she was a jinchuriki and that he'd need his curse mark to win.
"Oh yeah. Water Style: Water Dragon Jutsu" Fu shouted before blasting out a concentration of water from her mouth. Since there wasn't much water in the air she had to do it this way.
"What the" Kidomaru exclaimed not expecting the roaring dragon to appear. Once he got over his shock he dodged the attack but moved right into an odd powder that seemed to appear from nowhere.
"Got ya" Fu smirked as a small explosion took place. The Scale Powder Jutsu was a trick unique to holders of the seven tailed beetle and Chomei taught it to her years ago, the only time her tenant had ever bothered to speak to her. The powder may have seemed innocent but it caused major damage when it connected. Typically it could only be used as a distraction and in this case it did just that. Unfortunately for Fu her opponent appeared from the smoke relatively unharmed.
"Not bad girlie. That kinda hurt" Kidomaru scowled as his body quickly recovered from the attack
"What the fuck. That should've done some serious damage" Fu exclaimed not expecting to see his opponent unharmed.
Kidomaru showed Fu his right arm and a layer of gold on it, "My spider thread jutsu isn't just for attacking you. It offers me an extra shield against your attacks. You're gonna have to do way better than that" Kidomaru taunted before resuming these attacks. The battle was his and he knew it.
'Dammit this sucks. I don't have many offensive techniques that'll do enough damage to this guy. Maybe I shouldn't have taken this fight alone" Fu thought to herself as she dodged attack after attack.
"If you wanted more power you should've just asked. You are a jinchuriki after all and my power is yours" Chomei teased. The last few days had done wonders for the pair's relationship and it wasn't opposed to helping her as much as it used to be.
'Sounds good' Fu replied before getting a smile on her face. This was her chance at last and she knew that once she won this battle she could get her freedom.
(Tayuya vs Sakon and Ukon)
"Stay still Tayuya" Sakon growled as he kept trying to attack. Sakon was very much a close range fighter which should've given him the edge.
"Yeah right. How many times have we fought Sakon" Tayuya groaned as she wondered what her next move would be. During their time as a member of the Sound Four, Tayuya typically beat Sakon without too much effort. Though admittedly that was because of her Doki summon. The problem was that she wanted to beat him without the Doki as a sign that she changed for the better. Unfortunately for her she was more suited to illusions and she wasn't quite ready for close range combat yet.
"Enough to know that you should've summoned those beasts of yours by now. You're hesitating aren't you" Sakon smirked.
"Shut up" Tayuya countered though she had to admit Sakon was right.
"Well that's fine because I'm gonna keep going" Sakon smiled as their game of tag continued.
(Naruto vs Jirobo)
As Naruto stared down his opponent he couldn't help but chuckle. He knew better than to underestimate somebody like him because he knew how skilled Choji was. "So are you ready big guy" Naruto smiled.
"Hmph. A scrawny little kid like you isn't a match for me" Jirobo scoffed but before he could say anything else he was sent flying by a punch to the gut. As he crashed into a nearby tree Naruto looked at him and smiled.
"Scrawny little kid huh" Naruto taunted but it was short lived when Jirobo got up.
"Not bad that kinda hurt" Jirobo replied getting up with a growl on his face.
'Not bad he says. I sent him flying and he's just amused.' Naruto groaned. He should really take care of this guy quickly since he was pretty sure that even with Kakashi sensei they'd have some issues fighting Kimimaro. Focusing on Fu and Tayuya he noticed each of them were struggling also which was a really bad sign. At the very least he'd have to fight Kimimaro with Kakashi sensei but now he might have to bail out his girl or in Fu's case his future girl.
"You should really focus on me kid" Jirobo replied as he reached down and grabbed the earth below.
"What the" Naruto wondered curious of what his opponent was up to.
"Earth Style: Earth Mausoleum Dumpling" Jirobo shouted as he lifted a large chunk of into the air.
'You gotta be kidding me.' Naruto groaned realizing very well what his opponent was up to. The large stack of earth wouldn't hurt him at all because he could easily dodge it but it would provide a good distraction.
"Take this" Jirobo shouted as he tossed the rock. 'That's got no chance of stopping me' Naruto thought to himself as he easily dodged the attack. Just as he predicted the guy was gone. Kakashi sensei told him a lot about Earth Style users because of their hatred of his father. Annoyingly enough he had to wait for him to come up but when he did his opponent would be in for a cruel awakening. Just as he expected Jirobo popped up and grabbed him.
"Got ya" Jirobo smiled.
"No, I'm the one who has you" Naruto smiled. Before Jirobo could react the exploding clone that Naruto created while Jirobo was underground served its purpose.
(Tayuya vs Sakon and Ukon)
Tayuya and Sakon's game of tag continued and despite the various kunai and shuriken now on the ground neither had managed a solid hit. "This is getting boring Tayuya. If you're not gonna fight back I'll just do this the hard way." Sakon smiled as he focused his chakra. Tayuya looked on in horror as black marks appeared over his body.
"That's not good" Tayuya groaned knowing that she was now in trouble.
"That's right Tayuya it's time for my curse mark. I imagine that you don't have yours anymore so you know that I have the advantage again" Sakon smirked. The curse mark jutsu was the secret weapon of the Sound's elite forces. Tayuya lost hers after Naruto healed her so she was in trouble
'Now what do I do. Without the curse mark I'm at a disadvantage. Maybe I should've summoned the Doki' Tayuya thought to herself.
"Tell ya what Tayuya, I'll even let you use those Doki of yours right now. Summon them and watch me tear them apart" Sakon smiled almost as though he knew what was going through the red head's mind.
Tayuya was furious at herself for letting this happen but realized that she had no choice and began making the hand signs she needed, "You asked for it Sakon. SUMMONING" Tayuya growled. All of the sudden the area around them seemed to be shoved to the side as three large beasts appeared. Each of the large demons was different and each wielded a different weapon. One wears a dark green full-body suit and its hair covers its entire head and face with a giant studded metal club. The second one has its upper body covered in bandages and wears brown pants. Its head is in an awkward position and has several needles pinned on it. The final one is shirtless with dark pants. It's bald and wears a blindfold with thorn like weapons on each hand with a thorn-like weapon tied to each arm.
"Ahh so there they are." Sakon smiled.
"That's right" Tayuya replied as she reached into her pocket and grabbed her favorite flute. If she was going down it wasn't gonna be without a fight. Sure she didn't have her curse mark but she still believed she could win.
(Fu vs Kidomaru)
"Give up yet girlie. You can't keep running forever and when I trap you, there's no way I'm letting you free" Kidomaru cackled. He had the advantage and he knew it.
"I'm not done yet and it's time to show you just how powerful I am" Fu smiled as her body got enveloped in red chakra. The last few days were the closest she ever felt to her tenant and now it was time that they fight together. Unfortunately for her Kidomaru wasn't as bothered as she hoped.
"So that's the legendary jinchuriki cloak. I was wondering when you'd bring that out" Kidomaru smiled as he focused his chakra as well and black marks appeared on his body. "Lord Orochimaru wanted to give us more power so he gave us this curse mark. It makes it so I can even fight against a jinchuriki like you and I'm ready to prove my loyalty."
"How arrogant. To think he believes this measly power-up will be enough against the likes of us" Chomei scoffed from inside Fu.
'Well let's show him he's wrong Chomei' Fu smiled. Channeling her chakra she charged Kidomaru once again ready for a close range battle
"Take THIS" Kidomaru yelled as he sent his threads at Fu yet again.
"Not gonna work buddy" Fu smiled as she easily dodged the attack.
"Fast" Kidomaru growled but before he knew it Fu was on him and her fist reared back ready to strike.
"Nope. Your threads may be strong but Chomei is stronger" Fu smiled before slamming into him with a chakra enhanced punch. As he went flying the Nanabi decided to take this battle to the next level. "Why don't we show him what a bug can really do" Chomei replied as it sent a new technique into her hosts mind. Fu smiled since now she could fight back,
"Thanks for the technique Chomei" Fu smiled as she began making the hand signs that her beast gave her. Something that her village didn't know about Fu was that she naturally picked up techniques very quickly. If not for that trait she'd be in deep trouble.
"We're not done" Kidomaru growled as he focused his chakra again. Even he was aware that level one was no longer going to be enough to win this battle.
"Yes you are" Fu smirked as the hand signs were complete for her new technique. "Wind Style: Bug Buzz Jutsu" Fu's wings burst forward and a powerful layer of wind chakra flew towards Kidomaru like a hurricane.
"Rashoman" a dark voice shouted as a blue gate with a human like face and sharp blue edges appeared from nowhere.
"You gotta be kidding me" Fu groaned as the gate stopped her new technique.
"That was impressive. I have to admit that very few people have ever forced me into this state" Kidomaru smiled as the gate fell.
"What the fuck!" Fu gasped since the man's spider like appearance from before was minor compared to how he looked now. His brown skin had turned a dark red and his multiple arms had small spikes coming out of each side and his headband was gone to reveal a third eye. 'His chakra is much heavier than before. I don't know what's going on but we're gonna need to be careful' Chomei warned.
'It must be that level 2 state that Tayuya warned us about' Fu groaned.
"This is cursed seal level 2. It's a version that makes me stronger than ever before and you won't win" Kidomaru boasted confirming Fu's theory. It was time for the final round and both parties weren't going to give up.
(Naruto and Jirobo)
Naruto couldn't help but when since his exploding clone had hit the mark dealing serious damage to his strong foe. As Naruto waited to see what his opponent would do next he focused his senses on the other battles and frowned, "I can see why Tayuya is struggling because she's up against a teammate and her style isn't great but why is Fu having so much trouble" Naruto wondered in disbelief. Tayuya was a simple matter because her fighting style wasn't the greatest. According to Tayuya she was hoping to work on it with the others and she was making some progress. But Fu was a different story.
"My guess is Taki didn't want her to get too powerful so they only taught her the bare basics" Kurama explained."
That makes no sense. Taki isn't a very strong village and if she's the seven tailed beast she should be a weapon. Plus Gaara was strong too" Naruto pointed out.
"Not really. Most of that young man's power came from the shield that Shukaku provided and his wild personality" Timaeus reminded him.
"You have bigger problems then why the girls seem to be failing miserably in their battles" Kurama warned as the smoke cleared.
"So this is the cursed seal level 2 huh?" Naruto smiled as he looked at his new foes appearance. His skin had turned a murderous dark red and his hair changed from a mohawk and tufts to a long mane that almost reminded him of Jiraiya's but his power was definitely up.
"This battle is far from over kid and this time you're going down" Jirobo growled having transformed into his level 2 form to shield himself. Naruto couldn't help but smile since he had the advantage,
"Hey Kurama why don't we show him what we can do" Naruto smiled as his chakra slowly bubbled and a cloak of red chakra that looked like a fox surrounded Naruto.
"Let's finish this quickly" Kurama smiled.
"Agreed" Naruto smirked as he charged Jirobo his fist cocked back. "You won't win kid" Jirobo taunted as he prepared to meet the fist with one of his own. This time neither person was holding back and it was clear that this battle was going to be intense.
(Tayuya vs Sakon and Ukon)
"Still annoying" Sakon growled as he dodged an attack from the Doki with no arms. Just as Tayuya predicted once she started using the Doki the battle was far easier for her. As she played her flute it was obvious that Sakon couldn't win but he wanted to wait before using her brother.
"So what's the deal Sakon? You were doing all that boasting but now I have the advantage." Tayuya smirked. She was doing exactly what she needed to do and although it left a bitter taste in her mouth, she was hoping to win."
"Keep laughing but who gave you that contract. Oh that would be Lord Orochimaru. You still need us to be strong and you know it" Sakon chuckled.
"Why you" Tayuya growled.
"Then why don't we change that" a deep voice said into Tayuya's head.
'Who are you?' Tayuya growled unaware of the new voice in her head. She was a bit afraid that it was Orochimaru again.
'I'm a friend and I'm willing to give you exactly what you need. Just follow my instructions' the voice replied.
"Okay" Tayuya replied as she listened to the creatures orders.
As Sakon dodged the attacks he was aware that the situation wasn't in his favor but he was shocked when the Doki going after him vanished. "What was that for Tayuya" Sakon wondered as he turned towards Tayuya to find an orb of dark chakra right where the red head used to be.
"What's going on brother" Ukon spoke from behind him. Since Tayuya was distracted he could talk with his sibling and he knew that something was happening.
"I don't know but let's wait and see. We're not breaking through that orb." Sakon replied.
(Tower of Dragons) Ddraig's home)
"What the hell is going on here? Where the fuck am I?" Tayuya wondered. She followed the instructions that the mysterious figure gave her. First she dispelled her Doki and then sat down with her legs folded and placed her flute on her lap before focusing her chakra. All of the sudden she found herself in this large tower that reminded her of a castle. The whole area around her was white and all she found was a large door that was large enough and wide enough to fit most boss summons.
"Welcome to the Tower of Dragons Tayuya" the same voice spoke again but this time it was much louder. Tayuya looked towards the door and was shocked when a massive figure appeared from the door. It was three headed creature with the middle head being dark blue with black eyes and fuchsia pupils. It had 2 black hands on the side with matching heads in on top. Its body was blue with two fuchsia stripes and its feet were atrophied with 3 toes instead of claws. Behind it were 6 thin black wings that were each about 10 feet long that split along its back and a large tail had a fuchsia stripe and a black tail.
Of course instead of being afraid of the large behemoth in front of her, Tayuya was defiant. "What are you and how do you know my name" Tayuya gasped wondering what the beast was doing here and for that matter what she was doing here.
"My name is Hydreigon and I am your new partner" the beast smiled.
"Partner what are you….." Tayuya started to say before she remembered that Naruto had marked her. "So he wasn't fooling. I guess you're my dragon" Tayuya gasped. Her dragon had finally manifested and for her it was proof of her worthiness.
"That's correct and I'd love to talk more but you have a battle to win and I want to help you do so" Hydreigon smiled.
Tayuya got a devious grin on her face realizing that if she summoned this thing like Naruto did with his dragon, Sakon and Ukon were screwed. She also remembered that the dragons have been watching her in order to deem her worthy, "Hey Hydreigon I have a question for you." Tayuya said calmly hoping not to anger the great beast.
"Of course." Hydreigon replied calmly.
"I used to have a curse mark that was a symbol of my old life and it let me transform. Can you make something similar?" Tayuya wondered. Summoning Hydreigon would be a cheap way to win and she knew it. Instead she was going to do something far more fun.
Hydreigon smiled well aware of what his new host desired, "Of course dear I'll give you a form that will give you a boost in power and give you something fun to use in bed with your mate. Of course you'll be able to summon me as well and I'll even give you a new flute"
Tayuya blushed heavily since she knew that Naruto would appreciate the new form and she hoped It would give her an edge over some of the other beauties in his harem, "For now let's just worry about the new form and the summoning can come later" Tayuya replied bashfully since she needed to take out Sakon now.
"Very well" the dragon smiled before bringing his right hand and tapping Tayuya's head with it. "Now go Tayuya. Show the world your new self"
(Battlefield)
'Sakon looked in disbelief as the orb faded and Tayuya returned back just as she was before. "Well that was a disappointment. Here I was expecting something special" Sakon groaned in boredom.
"Well you're gonna get it" Tayuya smiled as she reached into her pocket and her flute was replaced with a small black dagger with a few holes at the top. Tayuya would talk to Hydreigon about the flute later but she had more important things to focus on.
"So you have a new flute. Big deal" Sakon scoffed but his brother wasn't so convinced.
"No, something is different" Ukon warned. He couldn't explain how he knew but he knew that something was wrong.
Tayuya smiled having heard the words of Sakon's brother,"Ukon is right and now it's time to show you." Tayuya smiled as she put the flute back in her pouch and focused her chakra just as she used to in order to use her curse mark. Then things changed.
"What the hell. I thought your curse mark was gone" Sakon looked on in disbelief as a blue chakra streamed from Tayuya's neck and enveloped her body. For Sakon it was just like when he used his curse mark but this was different.
"This isn't my curse mark you idiot. I think I'll call it, Dragon's blessing. Think of it as a tribute to my new life" Tayuya smiled as her new form was revealed. Much like her host dragon Tayuya's skin was dark blue with a fuchsia stripe going down her arms with a black tuft on her belly with 3 thin black wings and a small six inch tail behind her. The tail and wings were connected to her outfit via chakra so she didn't have to worry about damaging it, a problem her old curse mark never really addressed. Her red hair stayed the same but her eyes became black with fuchsia pupils making for an exotic appearance indeed.
"Not bad" Sakon admitted. Tayuya couldn't help but chuckle at the comment but had a perfectly reply ready.
"Thanks but I have a boyfriend and he wouldn't take too kindly to you hitting on me." Tayuya taunted as she focused herself.
"Screw you" Sakon growled.
'I took the liberty of sending you a few new techniques that would go along well with your new form" Hydreigon said from inside Tatuya.
'Thanks' Tayuya replied as she turned towards her old teammate.
"Shall we begin Sakon" Tayuya smiled as she began making hand signs. She watched the other girls spar enough to know just how to handle Sakon.
"What the. When did you start using jutsu" Sakon gasped not expecting this.
Tayuya smiled as she arched her head back ready to show off some of her new tricks "Just now. Fire Style: Grand Fireball Jutsu" Tayuya roared as she sent the large fireball right at her opponent.
Sakon was shocked at the size but considering the speed it was going to be easy to dodge. "That won't be enough Tayuya" Sakon roared before sidestepping the attack. Unfortunately as he did Tayuya was waiting with her fist cocked back.
"I know and that's what I was counting on" Tayuya smiled as she appeared in front of Sakon and hammered him with a powerful fist to the chest. Sakon's cry of pain was very enjoyable and as he hit the stone floor she knew that first blood was hers.
"No more playing around" Sakon scowled and Ukon's head popped up from its perch underneath him. The only difference between him and Sakon was that the hair was on the other side.
"So you realized that you have to up your game huh" Tayuya smiled. "Yes and you'll regret it" Sakon smiled. Soon the marks on Sakon's face seemed to fuse together and a dark red aura took over. Sakon and Ukon's faces had gone red and their appearance resembled an oni mask.
Tayuya chuckled before brushing her hair with her hands, "Two of you against little old me but I've always been stronger" Tayuya smiled.
"Hah, just as arrogant as ever."
"I look forward to shutting you up" Sakon and Ukon growled. Unfortunately for them Tayuya was next to them yet again in a fascinating show of speed.
"Doubt it" Tayuya smiled before kicking the pair of twins in the stomach sending them flying. Knowing Sakon's tendencies she started making hand signs again.
"You bitch" Sakon cursed but before he could do anything he was nailed in the face by a fireball.
"Thank you." Tayuya smiled.
'Don't get cocky Tayuya. You won't last in this form for very long.' Hydreigon warned.
'Yeah yeah I know' Tayuya frowned as she made a few more hand signs ready to finish Sakon off for good. The new form took a lot of energy and she'd have to seriously work on increasing her chakra once she got back home among other things.
"You bitch" Sakon growled not expecting to struggle this much. His clothes were mostly burned off but he wasn't going to give up.
"That's enough of this" Tayuya groaned as she stepped up again. Her fists glowing black. "Dragon BURST" Tayuya roared as she slammed Sakon and Ukon in the gut once more and this one was decisive. "Fuck you" Sakon groaned as the curse mark faded and he fell to the ground.
"Good riddance" Tayuya spat as she focused as much as she could and went to join the others. She was no fool and she knew that the leader of the Sound Four Kimimaro was waiting for the group at the base. She knew better than anybody how powerful he was and that even Naruto would struggle to win against him.
(Naruto vs Jirobo)
The clash between cursed seal level 2 Jirobo and Naruto was truly intense and neither one was backing down. "Damn this guy is good" Naruto smiled as he was pushed back yet again by his fists.
"Give up yet brat" Jirobo yelled. They had clashed fists a few times already and they were fairly even.
"Hardly" Naruto smiled since he was more focused on the others. He couldn't help but stop for a moment when Tayuya's power seemed to skyrocket. "This is" Timaeus exclaimed.
'What happened Timaeus?' Naruto wondered. The fact that it was him who sensed it was fairly surprising.
"Tayuya got her dragon and if my senses are right it's my brother Hydreigon. He's even blessed her with a new power" Timaeus explained.
Naruto smiled since he knew how important that was to Tayuya and to Kin since they were the only members of his current harem not to obtain dragons. Well the ones who wanted them in the first place. "Good for her" Naruto said happily. Admittedly he was a bit more concerned with Fu. What the young Waterfall ninja was unaware of was that when he gave her that good luck kiss he snuck a Hirashin marker on her back just in case of an emergency.
"You don't have time to be distracted" Jirobo growled as he charged the relaxing Naruto attempting to punch him in the face.
"Yes I do and it's because you're no match for me" Naruto smiled as he blocked the punch effortlessly with his left hand holding Jirobo in place so he could end the battle right.
"What the" Jirobo gasped realizing that he couldn't escape.
"It's over big guy" Naruto smiled as he used his free arm to form his one true finisher. As the chakra coiled together in a blue ball of energy, even Jirobo was aware that he couldn't wind
"It can't be. I can't lose here." Jirobo exclaimed knowing that the battle was over.
"It can be and it is. Rasengan" Naruto said nonchalantly before slamming the ball of power into the large man's stomach. When he finally hit the ground his cursed seal faded and Jirobo was finished.
"He was an interesting opponent" Kurama chuckled as Naruto removed the cloak and returned to his regular outfit. "
Yeah but we have bigger problems to focus on" Naruto said nervously. Luckily for him Tayuya won her battle but Fu was another matter entirely. She was losing and he may have to help her as unpleasant a thought as that was. With his battle done it was time to go save Fu and this time he was definitely gonna need Red Fury.
That's it for Chapter 27 and the start of the final battles. Man this chapter was a beast to get out because the regular show doesn't give you much as far as techniques go for any of the Sound Four besides Kimimaro. The battles are basic and coming up with unique ways to do this was tough. Hopefully you guys like my choice for Tayuya's dragon and I promise you'll learn more about the dragon's for the rest of the girls who have them soon enough. Next time the focus turns more to the base as Kin confronts her sister and Kakashi faces off with Kimimaro. Oh and Naruto and Fu face off with Kidomaru. Get ready guys because the fun is just beginning.
AN: The Spacing earlier wasn't my fault but i've corrected it.
