Chapter 11 Make or Break it Test
Kishimoto has still denied selling Naruto to me =(. But at least I can write this and change it in ways I hope y'all like. We're getting closer to the more fun parts so stay tuned guys.
-Present Day-
Sitting on the roof with his daughter the blonde man smiles down at her. "So hime would you like to join the others now?" Shaking her head the girl pouts and the man laughs at her complaints about them always pinching her cheeks. "How about this hime I'll carry you there on my shoulders. And tell you another story while we race across the city. Sound like fun?" Almost before he can finish his question his daughter begins to climb up his chest and onto his shoulders.
Laughing as his daughter grabs onto his the man creates a single clone that goes about cleaning up after them. "Alright hime hold on." Jumping over the building's railing the man drops mearly twenty feet to the roof below theirs before taking off. Holding his daughters legs while golden chains support her back the man at his daughter calls for a story. "Alright Hime relax. How about I tell you about the time me and the others got to beat up a bunch of bad guys." Laying herself atop his head the man laughs at her nods while those below smile up at the two. "So it all began..."
-14 years ago-
-Training Ground 8-
As Team 8 practices they notice their sensei seems unusually distracted as the day goes on. "Alright you three get over here." Once Naruto, Hinata, and Shino have all gathered around Anko she holds out a mission scroll. "This is a simple D-rank mission for delivering goods to various businesses around the city. I want you three to handle it like a solo mission without my supervision is that understood? Once you're done you can either head home or train some more it's your choice." As the three nod the two boys look to Hinata who steps forward to take the scroll. "W-We have to go re-retrieve 3 shipments of mat-materials for weapon smiths across the village. Th-They are the Hi-Higurashi Shop, the Leaf Armory, and Uchiha Police."
Once the three take their leave Anko quickly forms a clone to watch over them as she heads off to the meeting. Entering the room behind the other Jonin and Chunin she nods to those she knows before standing beside the other Rookie sensei. "There is no other reason to summon you all here. I can assume from the faces you all see around you that you already understand.", looking around each one notices those present and more importantly those missing, "The other lands have already been notified, right? I've seen them in and around the village already." Nodding to Kakashi Hiruzen pulls out his pipe and packs it as those present talk. "So when will it be?" Looking at the other sensei out of the corner of her eye Anko smirks. "I may not be able to proctor this year but I'm gonna show them who's the best genin in the village." Looking across the room Hiruzen lights his pipe before answering. "In a week."
Surprised by the Hokage's words the various Jonin mumble amongst themselves. "That is very sudden." Nodding the aged Hokage takes a draw from his pipe before putting it down. "Now then I will make the formal declaration. Seven days from today on the first day of July, the Chunin Exam will begin! As is standard convention the Jonin of the rookie teams are free to recommend their teams if they have completed the minimum 8 missions. Though as you all know it is expected for the teams to complete at least twice that just to be sure. You may go first Kakashi.." Looking at the rookie teams sensei Iruka wonders once more why they're present. "There is no need for any of this. None of them are ready.."
To the other's shock Kakashi nods his head. "The Kakashi led Team 7 of Sasuke Uchiha, Kiba Inuzuka, and Sakura Haruno. I, Kakashi Hatake, recommend these three for the Chunin Exam." "Wha.." "The Anko led Team 8 of Naruto Uzumaki, Hinata Hyūga, and Shino Aburame. I, Anko Mitarashi, recommend for the Chunin Exam." "Wait.." "The Asuma led Team 10 of Ino Yamanaka, Shikamaru Nara, and Choji Akimichi. I, Asuma Sarutobi, recommend for the Chunin Exam." As the various other jonin and officials begin to whisper louder amongst themselves Kurenai nods as well. "The Kurenai led Team 11 of Karin Uzumaki, Yakumo Kurama, and Yama Fūma. I recommend these three for the Chunin Exam." Stunned by the fact that all 4 rookie teams have been nominated the room's occupants momentarily break their silence to talk amongst themselves.
"Wait a moment!" As Iruka steps forward the various jonin and exam officials turn to face him. "What is it, Iruka?" Pointing to the rookie teams sensei Iruka seems horrified at what they all just said. "Lord Third allow 's to say one thing. It may sound presumptuous, but as for the twelve names given, I was their teacher in Academy. While they were undoubtedly talented they still need more time before they should be tested like this." After Kakashi and the others look at each other they each turn to face Iruka. "I became a Chunin when I was 6 years younger than Sasuke is now." Turning quickly to face Kakashi the Chunin is openly mad at the implication. "Sasuke isn't you! Is it your intent to crush him and the others?"
Shrugging his shoulders and smiling beneath his mask Kakashi answers in a rather light tone. "Since they always complain unless on a higher mission I believe teaching them a lesson just this once will be both valuable and fun. Though crushing them may be fun as well." Taking a step back in shock Iruka appears ready to fight Kakashi for a moment. "W-What did you say?" Before either one can say more Anko interrupts by silencing Kakashi. "The Cyclop's jokes aside we know what you want to say Iruka. And while it may be aggravating to admit they are no longer YOUR students. They are OUR subordinates and if we believe they are ready to enter the Exams it's our choice alone." "Good she kept him from being too blunt." "These three are all so troublesome.."
When Iruka turns to the Hokage hoping for his support he's stunned to see him shaking his head. "Iruka Umino while I respect what you say they are right. These twelve are no longer in your care but theirs. Unless you can convince them, later, to rescind their recommendations I will allow their teams to participate." As the meeting drags on Kakashi turns to Anko slightly and nods causing her to respond in kind. "I'm surprised he doesn't believe they are ready given how much they already knew when we received them." As Anko listens to the Hokage explaining this years Exam she, and the others, are stunned when the Hokage mentions both Iwa and Kumo are sending teams to Konoha this year. "Let me make it clear to all of you regarding how your teams will interact with them. They are not to attack the Iwa or Kumo genin unless they attack first. But keep an eye on them to ensure your team's safety, dismissed!" As the jonin leave the meeting many begin to mutter about the fact that Iwa Kumo sent genin for once. "I'm gonna have to keep an eye on both Stutters and Blondie just to be safe."
-with Team 8-
As the team delivers their last set of materials and unseals them Naruto asks Hinata what they should do now. "We-Well Anko-sensei said we we-were free once we finished so we could go eat. It's around lunch time anyways so let's go eat." Creating a clone Naruto sends it off with the scroll to retrieve their pay. "Alright!" Turning to Shino both smile when he nods and says he'll join them at lunch. "Hey Hinata-chan since you're our leader I guess that means you get to pick where we go." Thinking for a moment at the team's likes and dislikes Hinata pauses causing Naruto to nearly bump into her. As he moves around her and around the corner he sees a very familiar square "rock" that had followed him before. "You have got to be kidding..." Instead of saying anything he uses his chains to draw Hinata & Shino's attention but motions for them to be quiet. Deciding to mess with his younger friend he uses chakra to stick to the wall by the rock before using his chains to lift it very quickly. "HEY WHO TOOK OUR BOX!" As Konohamaru and his two friends look around they see Hinata and Shino staring slightly above and behind them.
Turning very slowly they see Naruto standing on the wall still holding their box as his left eye twitches. "Konohamaru what are you three doing here?" Trying and failing to appear innocent Konohamaru smiles up at Naruto. "Ummm we wanted to play ninja Boss." Tossing the box over the fence Naruto facepalms as he looks at the trio. "And since when do ninja hide in perfectly square rocks with eyeholes? If you wanted to play you could've just asked me." Lighting up at Naruto's words the three all nod very quickly. "Alright so can we play Boss!?" As Naruto considers Hinata stares at the kids and starts laughing quietly at how Naruto is interacting with the kids.
Hearing her laugh Konohamaru turns to look at her before smirking at Naruto. "Hey Boss!", when Naruto turns to face him Konohamaru points to Hinata, "Who's the pretty girl? Is she your girlfriennnddd?" For just a moment Naruto turns red before the cracking of his knuckles and telling Konohamaru to run. "COME BACK HERE YOU LITTLE BRAT!" As Hinata & Shino watch they're just as confused as Konohamaru's friends before they all begin to chase the two boys down. For the next few minutes the four barely keep Naruto and Konohamaru in sight before they disappear around a corner.
As the get closer they hear what sounds like one of the two boys running into another person. "That hurt.." As Hinata and Shino come around the corner they see Konohamaru being held up by a unknown shinobi wearing a black bodysuit that looks strangely like a cat. "Hey let him go!" As Naruto stares down the unknown shinobi Hinata and Shino move the other kids behind them. "That hurt you little punk." Tightening his grip the unknown boy holds Konohamaru up higher. As the others watch a blonde girl behind him simply stares away as if she doesn't care. "Stop that already. You'll get yelled at later." Instead of releasing Konohamaru the boy snorts. As Naruto continues to stare down the boy his chains begin poking out his back. "Hey I'm sorry we were just fooling around. He didn't mean to run into you so let him down." As Naruto takes a step forward the unknown shinobi lifts Konohamaru higher."Who are these guys?"
"These are the Leaf's genin? What a joke.." Lifting Konohamaru higher the boy stares at Naruto before shaking him. "How about I teach this kid a lesson instead." Kicking his feet impotently as the teen keeps him up in the air Konohamaru begins to freak out. "Let me go!" As Konohamaru keeps kicking the boy simply smirks and lifts him till his collar is slightly choking him. "You're a lively little brat aren't you?" As Naruto rushes forward the boy subtly moves the fingers of his other hand but is stunned when nothing occurs. The moment his fingers stop Naruto looks down at his leg before scowling at him.
"What did you just try? The seals in my sandals and pant's just drew more chakra to repel I assume yours. But regardless of that let him go!" As Naruto slowly advances the boy holds a fist up before Konohamaru's face. "Stop moving you little brat before I hurt this brat. Little kids like you should know their place. But instead you Leaf genin are pathetic." As Hinata and Shino watch on they slowly advance around Naruto's sides before stopping when they see the boy girl's headbands. "These two are Suna shinobi. What are they doing here?" "After I'm down with this brat I'll focus on you ok shrimp?" As the Suna shinobi looks towards Naruto he narrows his eyes when he sees the Uzumaki crest upon Naruto's shirt through his open jacket while the girl behind him shrugs her shoulders.
"This isn't on me." Before he can do anything though a small pebble flies out of nowhere and slams into his hand causing him to let go of Konohamaru. As the young Sarutobi drops Naruto's chains fly out and grab him before pulling him behind Naruto. As the Suna boy and girl look up they see Sasuke sitting in the tree while Kiba and Sakura show up behind them. "Thanks Sasuke but I had it handled." Snorting as he catches the pebble he had in his hand Sasuke rolls his eyes at Naruto. "Sure you did but guys like him annoy me. Now get lost."
As Sasuke says this he crushes the pebble in his hand letting the pulverized remains fall out from the bottom. "Great another little brat coming to piss me off." "Why don't you come down here and make me." As he says this the boy grabs at the object upon his back and slams it down beside him. "Wait! You're not thinking of using Crow are you!?" For the first time in the entire standoff the blonde girl steps forward and looks genuinely worried. Before anything can happen though a unnaturally level voice is heard by everyone. "Kankuro, stop that." For a moment Sasuke's eyes widen as he realizes the speaker has somehow appeared beside him without him noticing it. As the others look up they see a pale red haired boy with a gourd on his back hanging upside down in the same tree as Sasuke. "You're an embarrassment to our village." The moment the two foreign shinobi see him they nervously back away from the boy. "G-Gaara.." "When did he get so close to me? His stealth is on the level of Kakashi sensei and Nii-san's." "Why do you think we came all the way here to the Leaf Village?"
With a voice that's obviously cracking in fear the older boy tries to respond. "P-Please listen to me G-Gaara. T-They lashed out first.." Staring down emotionlessly at the older shinobi the red head's eyes narrow. "Quiet. I'll kill you." Taking a instinctive step back from Gaara the boy nods to him. "U-Understood. I was wrong. I'm sorry...I'm really sorry." Turning to face Naruto and the others the boy seemingly ignores their stares at his previous words. "I'm sorry about that.." "I don't like that look." "To be able to hit Kankuro from that far with such a small pebble. This one is..good." As Sasuke stares back the boy suddenly disappears in a flurry of sand before appearing on the ground in front of the other two foreigners. "Let's go. We didn't come here to play around." As the three walk away Sakura steps aside before turning to look at them. "Wait. Why are you three here? Based off your headbands you're shinobi from Sunagakure. But even as allies our treaties prohibit you from randomly entering our home. So state your purpose."
As the blonde girl looks back at Sakura she scoffs. "So this is what they mean by the darkest area being under the candle. As you said we are Suna shinobi and here is my pass.", as girl says this she holds up a ID with her name and photo upon it, "As to why we're here it's obviously because we are participating in the Chunin Exam being hosted in Konoha this year." As she turns to walk away with the others Sasuke jumps down in front of Naruto and points at the three Suna shinobi. "What is your name?" Turning the blonde girl smiles as she asks if he means her. "Not you. The one with the gourd upon his back." Turning slowly the red head narrows his eyes at Sasuke and then Naruto behind him. "My name is Gaara of the Desert. I have an interest in you two as well. What are your names."
"Sasuke Uchiha." Narrowing his eyes as he senses the Kyubbi's unexpected reaction to the boy Naruto takes a step forward. "My name is Naruto Uzumaki." Soon after the 3 Suna genin walk away Sasuke takes his team away saying they still have to finish their mission while Naruto has a clone take Konohamaru and his friends home. "So are we still going to eat?" As the three walk away none of them notice the three other shinobi who had been watching them from the trees for awhile. "So that's the Uchiha, Uzumaki, & Kazekage's kid. Make sure to keep an eye on them all like he said to."
-next day-
As Team 8 warmed up without their sensei they all wondered if they'd been recommended for the Chunin Exam. "So Shino do you think Anko-sensei will give us the chance?" As Shino finished warming up against one of Naruto's clones with his tantos nodded. "I believe we will be recommended. Why you ask? Because aside from Team 7 our team is likely the strongest of our generation with not only our various clan's abilities but the fact that we each know at least 3 elemental jutsu despite our young age." As Naruto nods he turns to Hinata who dispels the last clone he'd sent against her.
"What about you Hinata-chan? Think Shino's right?" Looking between the two Hinata nods slowly before answering in a quiet voice. "I-I th..think she will. B-But I'm worried I'll drag you two down." For a moment Naruto and Shino look at each other before responding simultaneously. "That is impossible Hinata-san you're a skilled kunoichi./Are you crazy Hinata-chan you're like the best kunoichi I know!" With a brilliant smile on her face Hinata hugs both boys. "Th...Thank you Shino-san and Naruto-kun." As the three break apart Anko walks into the training ground with a slight smile upon her face. "Alright you brats get over here!"
Walking other the trio sits down around Anko she smirks down at them. "So I bet you're wondering what we're gonna do today right?" Nodding each genin hopes she'll mention the Chunin exams and that she'd recommended them. "Well today we are going to have a repeat of your genin test to see just how much you three have grown. I'll give you three ten minutes to prepare before coming back with the only rules being you can't leave this training ground." As the three nod Anko shunsins away while smirking at them. "Why do I feel like she's not going to go easy on us this time?" While Shino and Hinata nod Naruto quickly unseals his supplies as he smirks at his friends.
"So how are we gonna do this guys?" For the next few moments Team 8 plans and sets up a variety of surprises for Anko. When Anko shows back up she quickly summons multiple smaller snakes to encircle the area before entering herself. "I don't see them so they're probably hiding using Blondie's seals. Let's see if he's gotten any better with them." Using one of the snake clan's hiden jutsu Anko's eyes quickly take on the appearance of a snakes as she moves slowly through the training ground. "Come out come out where ever you are."
For just a moment Anko hears something in the woods behind her and reacts quickly tossing a kunai at the source without turning. Hearing the distinctive sound of a clone being dispelled she turns to see a burning explosive tag in it's place. As she jumps back the tag detonates seemingly igniting a chain of other tags that proceed to detonate all around the clearing she's in. When the explosions stop Anko stands and sees multiple copies of Naruto around her while Shino and Hinata stand beside one directly in front of her. "Blondie I thought you would show me something new but I've seen all of this before. Your clones and seals prepare traps allowing you to wear down your f.." While Anko speaks she realizes each Naruto is performing the same handsigns while Hinata and Shino do their own. "Uzumaki Barrage: Great Breakthrough!" "Doton: Earth Bullets." "Suiton: Water Bullets!"
Crouching down Anko takes a deep breath and prepares her own jutsu. "Katon: Fire Wall!" While the flames rise up around Anko they're strengthened by Naruto's wind chakra though the combination of earth and water jutsus manages to punch holes through the side facing the genin. Within the wall of flames Anko smirks and stays low while adding more flames to the wall. "Good they're learning to use their various elements together. Now let's see how they handle this." The moment the flames die down Anko rushes forward while drawing her custom kunai from within her jacket.
Smirking as she closes with her team she's surprised when chakra chains come not just from the Naruto ahead of her but the others near him as well. Forced on the defensive she almost gets driven into a mass of Shino's insects that seem to be working their way around her. "Their teamwork has improved." Using the style of fighting taught by her summons Anko resumes her attack ducking and weaving through the chains and swarms like they're not even there. While she draws closer she quickly notices Hinata seems ready to block her advance. "Let's see how good you truly are Stutters!" Wishing to give Naruto and Shino time to recover Hinata decides to attack instead of just defend against Anko.
Pushing Anko back with quick Gentle Fist strikes Hinata proceeds to draw out and throw volleys of senbon with increasing speed. Forced onto the defensive Anko can't help but smile as she sees her team's growth. "Let's see what jutsu those two are going to use before ending this little test." Noticing Naruto and Shino are nodding to her Hinata suddenly retreats behind the boys before they both call out their jutsu. "*Futon: Tempest Breath!" "*Doton: Rock Shuriken." As Naruto's wind jutsu howls it increases the speed of Shino's rock shuriken forcing Anko to Shunshin away as the ground she was standing on is peppered with shuriken and has gouges torn from the wind. "I really need to get one of them to learn katon jutsu that would be a truly lethal combination."
As the three wait for Anko to reappear both Shino and Hinata drop to their knees at the amount of chakra they'd used in such a short period of time. "She's co...coming back on the s..same snake from before. We.." While Hinata struggles to speak Anko's summon encircles the clearing before raising it's head high into the air. "Well is that all you three have to show me? I must say.." Before Anko can say more Naruto draws his tanto extremely quickly as he channels a large amount of chakra into it. "Futon: Great Vacuum Blade!" From Naruto's tanto a truly massive blade of wind flies out forcing Anko's summon to drop low as the blade flies at it. Much to the other's shock the blade despite missing the snake easily slices the tops of multiple trees causing them to fall to the forest floor behind it.
As Anko drops she has to work to contain her visible shock before she begins laughing even as she knows other shinobi will be arriving soon to see what happened. "Alright I see you three truly have improved so you should be happy to know I nominated you all for the Chunin Exam. Once you've recovered enough come here receive your passes for it. If you wish to participate you must show up to room 301 at the Academy no later than 3:00pm four days from now? Now you're all dismissed to go home and think about this by yourselves, with your families, each other, or anyone else you wish to speak with."
The moment Anko leaves the area the three turn to leave before noticing the various chunin, jonin, Anbu, & various other shinobi arriving around the clearing. "Let's get out of here before they start asking questions!" Quickly turning away from the older shinobi the three quickly leave the training ground from the opposite side before stopping once they're within the village proper. "So are we gonna talk about this as a team or not?" When Naruto turns to Shino he's not surprised when he nods though he is somewhat surprised when Hinata nods. "Alright then why don't you guys come to my Clan's compound today. We can get some food there relax before talking and maybe planning this." The moment the three enter the compound though their plans are immediately thrown out as Naruto sees not only Kaito but Emiko and Kaida waiting for him in front of the clan's library. "Well it was nice knowing you two."
For a moment Hinata and Shino don't know what to do before a Uzumaki civilian leads to a smaller study within the library. "Naruto-san will join you two soon Aburame-san and Hyūga-san. The Elders and Regent just wish to speak with him about his actions." While they wait the same civilian brings them a meal of a mixed salad, various fruits, and a large dish of miso chicken. Please enjoy this meal while you wait and accept our clan's apologizes regarding Naruto-san's actions." As the two wait they quickly eat a small meal before Naruto walls in while mumbling to himself. "Na-Naruto-kun what happened?" As Naruto looks up at Hinata he laughs sheepishly while rubbing the back of his head. "I kind of got in trouble for using that last move. Apparently Kaida-oba sensed it so I got in some trouble since it's not supposed to be used in spars hehehe." Looking up from his salad Shino has a small Uzumaki like smirk for once. "Well she did ask if that was all we had." For a moment Naruto stares at Shino before he starts laughing before Hinata joins him at Shino's deadpan joke. As the three calm back down they finish up their meals before talking about the Chunin Exam.
-next day-
Sitting atop the Yondaime's head as the sun sits high in the sky Naruto smiles as he hears the others approaching. Turning to face away from the village he waves the other rookie teams and Team Guy over as they come into the clearing. "Hey guys, I'm glad you all decided to come." Saying their own greetings each Genin quickly sits down or lays down in one case on the large blanket Naruto laid out. "So I'm assuming we all get nominated for the Chunin Exams?" Watching as each team nods Naruto smiles before opening a few baskets behind him.
"If that's the case why don't we come up with a plan over lunch." One by one each team agrees before digging in as Naruto passes out a wide variety of snacks and drinks from within the baskets. Once everyone has begun to eat Naruto creates a few clones and has them seal off the clearing. "Alright now that no one is listening I say we all work together as much as possible in the exams. Do you guys agree?" Smirking Sasuke looks over at his teammates who nod as well.
"What do you even know about the Exams Naruto? Don't they change them almost every year?" Taking a large drink from a bottle of juice Naruto nods and holds up three fingers before responding. "Some of my clan said it's usually divided into three parts. Some kind of test, a survival or intelligence gathering event, and individual fights. You can fail any of the parts...So what do you guys think of working together in the first two parts if possible?" Talking amongst themselves for a moment each team agrees causing Naruto to smile and pull out a scroll. "Alright then let's talk this over." Watching from the trees the sensei of the five teams chuckle in amusement at their team's idea. "Good luck brats you'll need it.."
-4 days later-
As Team 8 walked onto the Academy grounds for the first time since their graduation Naruto couldn't help but smile as he looks up. Entering the Academy building both he and the others are surprised at the sheer number of genin within the building. Within the atrium he sees multiple Konoha teams from the other Academies, genin from allied villages, neutral one, most worrying at least one from Kumo and Iwa. "Let's take the side stairs guys." As Shino and Hinata nod the three quickly move out of the crowd while keeping an eye on the crowd until they're around the corner. As the three get out of site around the atrium various individuals move to join their teams after seeing their target. "So that's the Uzumaki Witch's child. He doesn't look like much Gramps is crazy for thinking he's a threat."
"He seems like a regular genin but what if that's what his clan's plan? What if they've been having him hide his true strength so they could draw us here. I bet he plans to target us and those stoneheads during the 2nd Exam." As Team 8 walks down one of the side hallways towards room 301 they're surprised to see so many genin held up by two standing in front of the door. Before Naruto can take another step though he feels Shino grab the back of his black jacket before he whispers to him. "This isn't the 3rd floor they're using a genjutsu to make room 201 appear as 301." Turning his head slightly Naruto looks towards Shino then the door before looking back with an eyebrow raised.
Seeing Hinata nods he quickly joins his team in backing up as quietly as possible before heading up the stairs. As they come up the stairs they're surprised to see Anko waiting for them right before took 301. "So you all decided to show up good! I was worried I'd have the only team that didn't want to compete this year." As Naruto, Hinata, Shino talk to Anko he notices she has a bag hanging from her left shoulder. "Umm Anko-sensei what's in the bag?" Seeing the others noticing it as well Anko quickly points to the room across 301. "I'll show you three in there." Once they've all entered the room Anko quickly shuts the door before putting the back on the nearest desk.
"As you may know you three are my first team. And while I dreaded it at first you three have grown on me so I'm glad I've taught you so far. But since you're THE Anko Mitarashi's students that means I want you to be distinctive in the coming exams. So I got you three these for when, not if, you make it to the final part." Quickly pulling a black jacket nearly identical to Naruto's current one out she shows the back which has a large 8 that with both his family's distinctive whirlpools and her own snakes decorating the bottom and along the sleeves as well as multiple sleeves for scrolls in open and hidden holders. "For the quietest amongst you I got this." With a flourish she pulls out a *purple and white jacket, again with a large 8 on it's back, before showing the inbuilt senbon launchers in the sleeves. After handing Hinata her gift Anko reaches back into the bag only to not feel Shino's gift before seeing he's already examining it. "OI Shades! Don't grab the gift before I present it to you!" Taking the present back she shows how it's similar to his current only with internal pouches for his insects to use and more mesh armor over his chest and back. "You guys don.."
Much to Anko's surprise, and happiness, each of her students quickly takes off their own jackets before putting on the one she got for them. "Thanks Anko-sensei! This is great!" Smiling as the three check out the jackets she gives them each a quick hug before laughing again at how much has changed. "Hey Blondie why don't you seal up the older jackets for them. And then I want you three to go dominate the Chunin Exams you're definitely one of the best teams this year in my not so humble opinion." Heading back into the hallway Naruto is surprised to see Team 7 and 11 walking into Room 301 as well. "Hey Karin check this out.", as he turns to show off his new jacket Naruto sees the few Iwa and Kumo teams staring at him and the other rookies, "Anko-sensei got me this as well as Hinata-chan and Shino-san's new ones." As the three teams keep talking they hear the door open again. "What a drag." As Choji munches on his chips he asks if it's normal for so many rookie teams to compete in the Chunin Exam before anyone can reply they here a voice from behind them. "You guys might want to quiet down. You're attracting a lot of attention and not all of it is good."
As the four teams look at the one speaking they see a older genin with ash colored hair approaching. "You guys are the "Rookie Twelve" right? The genin fresh out of the Academy you're carrying on like this.", looking between the various genin his gaze settles on Ino Sakura, "This isn't a field trip you realize that right?" As the twelve look between each other annoyed Ino steps forward as she responds. "And who are you!? Why do you get to be so confident?" Pushing his glasses up the older genin replies. "I'm Kabuto Yakushi. But regardless look around you.", as the twelve look around they notice hostile flares directed their way from the many older genin within the room even from their own village's genin, "Those guys behind you are from Ame. They're hot headed and they're tense just like everyone else right now. I just thought I'd warn you before you get yourself targeted by everyone else here."
Smiling to himself Kabuto looks around at the various genin still staring at them. "But I guess that can't be helped right? You're just rookies who don't know their left from their right. You kinda remind me of myself honestly." "You said your name is Kabuto right?" As the older genin nods Sakura looks around before looking back at him. "So is this your second time here?" "Nope.", surprised at his answer Naruto and his friends look amongst themselves, "It's my seventh." Surprised at the information the eyes of the twelve widen in open shock and some confusion. "Huh!?" Amused at their expressions Kabuto shrugs before responding. "You should all know this exam is held twice a year, so it's officially my 4th year as a genin."
"So does that mean you know a lot about the exams?" Nodding the older Genin smiles at the younger genin before. "I know some things." As Naruto looks between his friends and Kabuto he smiles. "No kidding. You're pretty awesome aren't you Kabuto?" Before Kabuto can respond Shikamaru looks between him and Naruto with a slight smirk. "He can't be too good if he hasn't passed yet Naruto." Laughing a bit as he rubs the side of his head Kabuto responds hesitantly. "Yeah, well, that is the case..." Sighing to himself Shikamaru looks up before responding. "What a drag...Does that mean these exams are that high of a hurdle? This is just troublesome.."
Pulling out some blank cards Kabuto smiles at the younger genin. "Maybe I'll give you some additional information with these Ninja Info Cards." Holding up the blank cards Kabuto is greeted with confused looks once more. "Ninja Info Cards?..." Mentlaly sighing about idiot genin Kabuto holds up a single card. "Put simply they are cards holding information I've gathered that can only be accessed with my chakra." Sending a bit of chakra into one of the cards he shows it to the twelve displaying a very detailed map, at this Shikamaru narrows his eyes, with each village's symbol upon their respective home country. "As you can see this year each of the 5 Great Nations have sent genin which is a surprise. I don't believe we have ever seen Kumo and Iwa at a Konoha held Exams. I wonder why they've decided to show up this year..."
Shrugging his shoulders as he crouches down Kabuto holds out his stack of cards while smiling. "I've spent 4 years gathering information of these Exams. But still why do you think these exams are open to all villages?", as Kabuto looks between the twelve none respond with only the sound of Choji eating his chips being heard, "It's said to be held to deepen the friendship between nations first and to boost the respective power of their shinobi, second." Noticing the way he made his statement Shikamaru looks up and slightly narrows his eyes. "It's said?.." Smiling as he points back to the map before it fades away again. "That's right. The real aim is to ensure no one nation becomes too powerful compared to it's neighbors."
Looking at the map and thinking back to what happened to his clan Naruto clemches his fists till the knuckles are white. "So those villages attacked my clan's home cause it was "too strong" and only now want to ensure no one does that to them." Looking between Naruto and the map Shikamaru sighs internally. "Why is this thing so troublesome?" Smiling in a way that Shikamaru and Ino find off Kabuto looks back at the Nara. "Think if one nation is too strong it can easily invade and dominate it's weaker neighbors. That's the point of this mutual supervision. At least I think it is."
As the others stare amongst themselves Sasuke steps forward. "On those cards do you have info on specific genin participating?" Nodding Kabuto channels his chakra into the map card causing it to disappear once more. "I have some information on various genin participating. Why are there some you are worried about?" Nodding Sasuke looks up at his friends and teammates who nod with him. "Yes there are a few." As Sasuke looks around the room he stares at a few genin he'd noticed early on. "While my information this time isn't perfect, I should have some information you could use including some on you guys if that's who you're worried about." As Kabuto says this his eyes quickly dart between Sasuke and Naruto before looking back at Sasuke. "Tell me some of their information and I should be able to find them."
"Gaara of the Desert from Suna and Neji Hyūga of Konoha." Smiling once more Kabuto nods before he begins looking through the cards. "Oh you know their names. That'll make this easy one moment." Pulling out two cards Kabuto surreptitiously looks behind the rookie teams. "Here they are." Stepping forward slightly Sasuke looks at the cards intently. "Please show me." Nodding Kabuto puts down a single card first. "Alright first is Neji Hyūga." As Kabuto sends his chakra into the card a brief burst of smoke covers it before revealing a photo of Neji alongside some information.
"He's one year older than you guys. His missions experiences are twenty D-rank eleven C-rank. His team's Jonin is Might Guy. In the past year he's become known as a prodigy of his clan's style the Gentle Fist though he has also learned a few jutsu that the Hyūga typically ignore. Last year he his team received a lot of attention but they did not participate in either exams for some reason. This is his first time at the Chunin Exams like you guys his teammates are Rock Lee and Tenten Higurashi." As Naruto looks at the card he looks at Hinata as she stares at the card with a surprised look on her face.
"Next is Gaara of the Desert. His mission experience is an unknown number of D-ranks, 8 C-ranks, and a B-rank as a genin? Other than that I have no information as he's a rookie shinobi from another land. But according to this he returned from each of his missions unharmed is quite a surprise if it's true." Blinking in surprise and thinking back to the mission in Wave Sasuke quickly looks towards Gaara. "Not only B-rank as a genin but uninjured?" Once more feeling the Kyubbi react Naruto scowls a bit at the information. "What is that guy?" As the twelve look amongst themselves Kabuto puts his two cards back before pulling out another one.
Revealing another map with numbers beside each, again drawing Shikamaru's attention, he proceeds to list off each participating nation. "Konoha, Iwa, Kumo, Suna, Taki, Ame, Kusa , and Oto...There are lots of exceptional genin here this year. Though as far as Oto goes it's a small village that has only recently popped up within a smaller nation.", as Kabuto says this the three Oto genin begin glaring specifically at him, "Regardless these aren't your run of the mill genin regardless of where they're from." When Hinata hears this she takes a step towards Naruto and Shino nervously before quietly saying. "That kind of thing can make you lose your confidence." When Ino hears this she turns to Hinata and loudly says to her and the others. "Why are you saying that? Our sensei obviously believe us ready so stop being down on yourself!"
Nodding Sakura looks around at her friends and the various other genin in the room. "In other words all of the applicants gathered here.." Nodding at Sakura and Ino's implications Kabuto smiles at the rookies. "That's right. It's not just Neji and Gaara, they're all the strongest genin of their villages.", as the twelve look back and forth between their teams and the others Naruto slowly begins to shake, "This isn't going to be easy." As the others take notice of Naruto's shaking in the hallway both Kakashi and Anko think back wondering if they were too hasty in recommending their teams. "So even someone as stubborn as Naruto can be affected, he's shaking from the number of people here the hostile intent they have. But it can't be helped even if all these people are genin we're the newest, most inexperienced ones. But it's tough seeing someone like Naruto shaking maybe I can cheer him up.." When Sakura walks towards Naruto his shaking suddenly ceases, noticing this Karin smirks knowing what's about to happen, before he suddenly starts yelling and turns to point at the older genin now focusing on him. "My names Naruto Uzumaki! And I won't lose to any of you! Got that!"
For just a moment the others are shocked by his words, though Kakashi and Anko are quietly laughing outside as they hear him, before both Sakura and Shino grab him and smack him over the head for drawing everyone's attention like he did. "Hinata what is with him!?" "I should've known he wasn't scared of them..." "Hinata don't you realize it's bad if he draws everyone's attention to us!" As the various older genin stare down at Naruto he smirks back as he puts his hands behind his head. "Isn't that the guy from before?.." Looking at her friend a redheaded Kumo kunoichi rolls her eyes at Naruto's antics. "Hmm his bark is worse than his bite I bet." Though Neji and his team are too busy laughing to themselves about it before looking back at Naruto and the other rookies.
"Neji I thought you said he wasn't an idiot?" Sighing Neji simply says Naruto is overeager just like the rest of his clan. "He's certainly hot-headed..." Looking at her green clad teammate Tenten's left eye twitches. "Lee you can't talk when you act similar most of the time..." While the rookies smack Naruto over the head near the center of the room three genin stare down at Kabuto. "Did you hear him? Apparently Oto is just a minor village from a small nation." Clenching his fists the tallest boy of the trio glares openly at Kabuto. "That's offensive..." While the boys glare the lone Oto kunoichi cleans under her nails with a ringless kuani. "Maybe I'll...play with them a bit."
Looking at his team the hunched over Oto genin nods while flexing his right hand a bit. "Yes cause we can't stand being referred to as leftover shinobi. We should add this to his information. That Oto shinobi are brutal in their own way.." While they watch Naruto continues to smile back at the older genin glaring his way while Kiba laughs at his actions. "Only that moron would make enemies of everyone around him in this situation." As Shino pulls back Naruto he returns the glares they're receiving with the same blank look his clan is known for.
"Shall we do it?" Leaning forward slightly the taller Oto boy nods and a predatory smile spreads across his face. "Let's do it." Quickly the three Oto genin begin moving very rapidly towards Kabuto only a few around the room notice them at first. "Naruto-san please learn to read the room before you say stuff like that." Waving his left hand at Shino Naruto nods. "Alright alright I will Shino." Before either can say another word one of the Oto genin jumps high before throwing two distinctive kunai at Kabuto who dodges back as the other moves to strike at him with his right arm and the strange armor upon it. "These guys...they're the Oto genin..."
The blow seems to barely fly past the tip of Kabuto's nose before he stops and stares back at the Oto genin. "He dodged it!" "I can read their moves." Just before Kabuto is about to reply his glasses crack and begin to fall out of their frames. "I see...So it's that kind of attack." As the others watch Sasuke moves forward stunned. "What just happened? I saw him evade that strike. Why'd his glasses break like that?" Looking at Kabuto's glasses and expression Shikamaru shrugs in annoyance. "It must have grazed his nose. But he's still trying to act tough." Before Kabuto can say another word he suddenly grows extremely nauseous before collapsing onto his hands and knees. As the others move forward Kabuto begins throwing up as the Oto genin before him simply smirks down at him.
"He puked!?" Stunned at Kabuto's reaction Naruto and a few others rush forward to help the older Leaf genin. "K-Kabuto!" Handing glowing green slightly Hinata holds them above Kabuto's head. "Huh!?" As the various genin around the room stare in surprise one of the Oto genin laughs for a bit at Kabuto as Naruto and Hinata continue to help Kabuto. "Kabuto are you okay Kabuto?" Looking under and taking a shaky breath Kabuto nods before giving a weak smile to the others. "Yeah...I'm fine..." "Really?" As the genin who attacked Kabuto moves forward he tilts his head to the side while staring with his one visible eye. "Oh, so he's not so special. Even though he's a "veteran" who's been taking the exams for four years." Laughing at Kabuto's pain the Oto kunoichi smirks down at the boy. "Write this on your cards. The genin from Oto will definitely become Chunin!" As Naruto takes a step forward a very deep voice seemingly comes from nowhere. "Silence! You degenerates!"
Before anyone can react the front of the room is suddenly obscured by a massive cloud of smoke that dissipates to reveal multiple older shinobi standing on either side of a scarred man wearing a black trenchcoat as he scowls at the genin present. "Sorry to keep you waiting...I am Ibiki Morino, proctor for the first test of the Chunin Exams." As the various genin mutter amongst themselves at the Oto genin near Kabuto. "You from Oto! No doing as you please before the Exam! Do you want me to fail you from start?" As the three Oto genin stare at the scarred proctor the one with only one eye responds for his team. "Sorry. It's our first time taking the exam, I guess we lost control for a moment..." Eyes narrowing in disgust the scarred shinobi glares at rhe three genin. "Humph. This is as good a time as any so let me make it clear there will be NO battles, competitions, or the like without proctors permission. And even if you receive permission, actions that could lead to the death of your opponent will not be permitted. Any degenerate who challenges my rules will be summarily disqualified alongside their team is that clear!"
"Heh this Exam seems like it'll be easy." As the Oto genin says this multiple shinobi behind the proctor laugh at his statement before stopping as Ibiki looks at them. "Now then we will start the first test of the Chunin Exams. Turn in your applications and take a numbered card in exchange for it & then sit in the seat with the matching number." As the various genin bring up their registration forms Ibiki continues to glare at them causing many to grow increasingly nervous. "Alright now that most of you have been seated we will begin handing out the paper for the written test!" As Naruto hears this he grows increasingly worried before silently freaking out as one of the test proctors held up a stack of tests. Within a few moments each genin has been seated away from their teammates while the test proctors take seats around the room as Ibiki walks to the center of the room's blackboard.
"There are several rules to this first test. I will not answer any questions so pay attention and be quiet.", as Ibiki says this he turns to face the board and begins writing, "The first rule you will be given 10 points at the start. The test has 10 questions & each is worth 1 point. This test follows a point reduction system meaning for each question you get wrong you lose 1 point. The second rule you passing or failing is based on the combined score of you and your teammates." The moment Naruto hears this he begins to freak out realizing his teammates just might get dragged down by his usual problems with written tests.
While Ibiki continues to explain the rules Naruto grows increasingly worried about failing his team before he feels a slight pressure on his leg before seeing a insects forming the kanji for together upon his leg. Realizing Shino is willing to help him Naruto calms down just as the head proctor tells them to begin causing the entire class to flip over their tests and begin the test. Feeing the insects head back down his leg Naruto begins trying to work on the questions but quickly realizes he can't figure out how to even begin with them. It's only at question 9 that he finally finds a problem he can solve since it is a relatively advanced fuinjutsu.
Question 9: Explain how changing the standard explosive tag's central kanji from explode to fire causes the tag's power to be increased so dramatically. Write the changed tag's seal and label it's key symbols to complete the question.
While Naruto remembers the lesson Kaida-oba gave him and other Uzumaki regarding this topic his mind drifts as he realizes outside the Kazama & Uzumaki this is considered a seal typically used by tokbetsu jonin or above. "This is weird why would they put such a high level question on a chunin level test?" Before Naruto can come up with a reason he feels Shino's insects upon his knee and surreptitiously let them crawl into his sleeve before bringing his hand back up to the desk. Turning his left hand is if to cover his test he sees the insect unwrap a small piece of paper that holds the answers to 1 through 4 on it. Just below the answers is a request from Shino for him to put the insects above question 9 so they can bring that answer back. "Alright I'll copy those answers down and then help Shino & Hinata-chan. With those 5 questions I should be good enough to pass without hurting their chances." As time passes Naruto sees more and more genin and their teams being removed from the room by the various proctors. After 45 minutes Ibiki tells everyone to put their pens down and pay attention.
"I think we've managed to clear out most of the deadweight. And since it's been 45 minutes it's time to move onto the main issue." "Alright! It is time for the 10th question so pay attention!" "This is it." "Why is he putting so much pressure on one question?" Watching Ibiki with a critical eye Sasuke takes a deep breath waiting for the final question. "Kankuro get back already." "But before that. I'm going to tell you all thr additional rules for the 10th question." Before Ibiki can say another word the door to the room opens back up & Kankuro walks back in still handcuffed to the test proctor from earlier. "Well aren't you lucky? I see your time playing with your dolls wasn't a waste." "This guy...He figured out Crow but how.." As Kankuro walks back towards his seat, and subtly passes his blonde teammate a piece of paper, as Ibiki stares at him smirking the entire time. "Listen up. These are the rules of desperation for the 10th question."
-Jonin Lounge-
As the various Konoha jonin relax while waiting for news of their teams they enjoy one of their rare moments to relax. Putting his book down Kakashi looks across at the other rookie team sensei. "So there's nothing for us to do while they're in there, huh?" Putting out his cigarette Asuma smiles at Kurenai and the others present. "Well there will be more to do soon enough." Taking a quick drink of tea Asuma nods in the direction of the Academy. "And why is that Asuma?" Lighting a new cigarette Asuma looks in the general direction of Konoha's Intelligence division. "The first exam proctor this year is Ibiki Morino." Hearing this both Anko and Kakashi look at Asuma in surprise as he nods. "Well their chances of passing the 1st Exam were already iffy but still..." "Of all people it had to be that sadist scar head didnt't it Cyclops?"
Hearing Anko's statement Kakashi simply stares at her with his one visible eye. Seeing the reaction of the two older jonin Kurenai turns to Asuma before asking him a question. "Sadist?" Smiling at Kurenai Anko takes a sip of tea while spinning a kunai as she watches the Kumo sensei. "Kurenai, you're a new jonin, so I'm not surprised you don't know of him." Looking between the three Kurenai settles her gaze on Anko. "Just who is he?" Smirking as she finishes another stick of dango Anko happily says he's her former boss. "As you know before I was promoted I was part of the village's Torture and Interrogation Division. That man is the overall head of it & probably the only shinobi who's better than me at terrifying people." For a brief moment Kurenai is silent as Anko laughs at the foreign jonin's reaction. "What!?" Looking to Asuma and Kakashi she's stunned when they nod before Asuma looks at her. "He won't rely on physical torture, I think, in the exam but he will certainly use his skill as a interrogator to torment them psychologically. That is arguably his greatest strength as the Exam Proctor & likely the reason so many will fail."
-Room 301-
"Rules of Desperation..." Walking to the side of the room Ibiki stares back the genin with the same sadistic smirk he gave Kankuro earlier. "First you guys will have to decide whether or not you will take this 10th question!" "What?..." Eyes narrowing a bit in suspicion Shikamaru shrugs before laying his head back down. "Why would we get to choose?" Hearing this the blonde Suna kunoichi nearly stands up as she responds. "Wait a minute! What happens if you choose not to take the question?" Glaring at the girl Ibiki wordlessly forces her to sit before he continues with a sadistic grin. "If you choose not to take the question, your score will automatically be zeroed out. In other words you'll fail! And of course the same goes for your teammates." Knowing how the genin will react Ibiki's smile becomes downright predatory as he watches them. "That makes no sense!.." "Of course we'll take the question then!" As the various genin mutter Ibiki simply stares at them. "There is one more rule.." "Another one? This can't be good.."
"If you choose to take it & get it wrong," as he says the the various genin look amongst themselves, "then you will permanently be barred from taking the Chunin Exam!" As he says this many of the genin look amongst themselves before Kiba stands and points at Ibiki. "What kind of insane rule is that! Besides, there are tons of people here who've taken the Exam before!" As Kiba stares at Ibiki he surprises all of them as he begins laughing before his glare turns to Kiba even stronger than before. "You're just unlucky. I AM the Exam Proctor this year and I make the rules. But I did give you the option of going back. If you're not confident you can get the answer right leave now & try again next year or the year after." "This is bad if one chooses to back down the whole team fails. But if you choose to risk it & get it wrong you'll be a genin for life! No matter what the odds are against us."
"Now let's begin..The 10th question. Those who don't want to take it raise your hands! Once your number is confirmed, you'll be asked to leave!" "What kind of question is this going to be...If I get it wrong I'll be a Genin for the rest of my life. But if I don't take it I'll fail Shino and Hinata-chan too! I don't want either of those to occur." For a moment no one moves or says anything before a genin by Hinata raises his hand and stands up. "I..I..I'm quitting! I'm not going to take it!" After the first one multiple other applicants quickly follow his example and back out of the exam before leaving the room with their heads down. As more begin to leave Naruto begins to shake causing Hinata to stare at him in fear as he seemingly refuses to raise his hand. "I...I'm sorry..Naruto-kun.."
-Jonin Lounge-
"That guy..Ibiki understands how the human psyche works completely. And the most horrifying part is...that in cornering people psychologically, he controls their psyche and reveals the fundamental weakness they have." With a sadistic smile Anko looks across the room as the other Jonin present look between their comrades and her.
-Room 301-
Just before she can raise her hand to her shock, and the shock of the other's who know him, Naruto's hand slowly rises as it shakes like a tree caught within a storm. "#1..." Before the proctor can finish calling the number Naruto's hand slams down and he stands up and looks at Ibiki. "Don't underestimate me! I won't run! I'll take it! But even if I'm stuck as a genin forever, I will become Hokage no matter what it takes! I'm not scared!" As Naruto sits back down those who know him smile before looking around at each other and nodding. "That moron, he's not even thinking of anyone else but still.." Keeping the glare on his face Ibiki subtly looks over at his assistants who are nodding. "Naruto-kun."
"I'll ask again. It's a choice that will alter your life. If you want to quit this is your last chance!" Staring back at him Naruto shakes his head before responding. "I'm not going to take back my words. That is my Nindo!" Across the room even those who don't know Naruto begin smiling before shaking their heads at Ibiki or crossing their arms. "Huh...What a funny kid. He's completely driven away their fear without even meaning to. 84, huh? That's much more than I expected. But I guess it's not going to change now." Looking at the various proctors around the room he nods back at them even as a few begin to smile at how things have gone. "I like your determination! Now then...For those who are still here...The First exam...", as Ibiki speaks the various genin look amongst themselves preparing for the worst, "You have passed it!" For just a moment the room is dead silent before multiple genin begin talking.
"H-Hey, what does that mean? All of a sudden you're telling us we've passed! What about the 10th Question?" Smiling for the first time Ibiki laughs as Sakura and the others stare at him. "There wasn't such a thing to begin with! Though, you could look at your choice you just had as the 10th question!" Still laughing sadistically Ibiki has to keep himself from laughing in amusement at their faces. "Wait a minute! Then, what were all those nine questions for! It was just a waste of time!.." Immediately focusing in on the Suna kunoichi Ibiki shakes his head. "It was not a waste..The objective of the 9 questions was already accomplished. To test your individual ability to gather information!"
"Ability to gather information?" Barely suppressing his desire to say about how dumb genin are now Ibiki takes a breath before responding. "First..The focus of this test was on the system of determining a pass or failure based on the 3-man teams that was proposed in the first rule. By grading like that I added the unimaginable weight of dragging down your comrades." Nodding his head as if he knew the whole time Naruto leans back a bit. "I see, I see. I kinda felt that was a part of the test." As Naruto says this Hinata laughs at his bluff while the other's thoughts are far less tolerant of it. "Second the questions weren't ones that normal genin would be able to solve. In that case..I imagine most of you came to this conclusion: in order to pass you'd have to cheat. In other words this exam was created with the purpose of forcing you to cheat! That being said I had two Chunin in the room who knew all the answers from whom you'd have to cheat." As the two Chunin stand up those who cheated off of them were relieved they choose the right targets.
"However, those who cheated foolishly, naturally were disqualified. That's because", as Ibiki says this he unties and removes his bandana showing his head is covered in a patchwork of scars, "Information, depending on the time and situation, will be more valuable than life. And in a mission or on the battlefield, you will always have to risk your lives to acquire it!" "Those burns, puncture marks, & slash marks are the signs of physical torture..." As the various remaining genin look at Ibiki's head many grow sick at the obvious marks of torture he bears seemingly without care. "When information is gathered, & the enemy or a 3rd party finds out about it, that information is no longer to be trusted as correct. Remember this. To gather wrong information can easily bring a catastrophic loss to your friends and village. So that is why, out of necessity, we forced you to cheat in order to test your abilities to gather information. Thus we filtered out those who were clearly lacking in those abilities."
"But..The last question still doesn't make any sense." Once more repressing the urge to loudly say how dumb they can be Ibiki looks over at Sakura. "However..the 10th question was the main issue of this exam." Hearing this Sakura looks around before asking her question. "What do you mean?" Nodding for once Ibiki has a smile that doesn't seem sadistic or predatory on his face. "I'll explain. The 10th question was to take it, or not. Needless to say, it was a painful decision to make. Those who refused to take it immediately failed alongside their squad! But those who choose to take it & got it wrong would be robbed of their chance to take the Exam forever. It truly was an unfair question by design. Then, how about these 2 choices? Let us assume you do become Chunin. And your mission is to steal a secret document. You have no idea how many enemies you will face, their armament, or any of their abilities. On top of that, it may run the risk of being an enemy trap. Now this mission..Will you take it? Or refuse it? Do you want your life spared? Will you risk your comrade's lives? Will you shy away from dangerous missions like these? The answer of course is NO! There will always be missions you can't avoid no mater the risk involved! Showing courage to your comrades in a bad spot & the ability to push past hardships! This is the quality needed in a Chunin! In tough times, those who can't risk their own fate, and those who waver and give up their chances because they assume they will have another chance. I believe such fools who lack determination have no right to become a Chunin! For those of you who chose to risk it all, you can say you've successfully answered the 10th question. You shall be able to take on whatever adversity that lies on your path. You've passed through the gate. The first exam for the Chunin Exam has been completed. I wish you all well."
As the remaining genin begin to cheer suddenly a large number of crows fly through one of the open windows before forming into a young, black haired man who stares at the genin with a fully developed Sharingan. "My name is Itachi Uchiha. And I am the Proctor for the 2nd Exam. It begins tomorrow at 8AM sharp and your jonin will tell the location. Dismissed!" As the various genin walk out Sasuke looks back at his elder brother who has a small smile for just a moment before he turns to face Ibiki. "I see you allowed 28 teams to pass this year. Surely you aren't going soft Ibiki-san?" Crossing his arms the older shinobi looks down at the Uchiha with a smirk.
"Heh you wish Itachi but no it's just there were many exceptional students this year. Have fun with them I'm sure they won't disappoint you." Looking back at the room and seeing the traces of the Genin's attempts at gathering information Itachi chuckles. "I'm sure they won't but still I'll cut their numbers in half." As the day comes to a close the various teams ready themselves for the coming exam after brief celebrations with their teams & families.
*-basically a overcharged Uzumaki version of Great Breakthrough
*-similar to Onoki's move in the game only it forms normal sized ones , depending on the amount of chakra used, 15 or more instead of 4 giant ones
*-it's a smaller version of Hinata's jacket from part 2 the same way Naruto's outfit is a black & red version of his part 2 outfit
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