AN: I do not own original Naruto characters and jutsu. They belong to main man, Masashi Kishimoto. But, Saphiro Kimza and other created characters and jutsu do belong to me. Please enjoy my fic.
Naruto: Kimza Chronicles:
Chapter 12: Ezekiel:
The day that Saphiro Kimza defeated Genzo Nekiogama was turn for the village of Konoha. The ninja society knew about Saphiro's ability in battle. And when the Chunin Exams started Saphiro was the first, after Genzo, to become a Chunin. Naruto became more informed about the Kimza Clan and knew that Saphiro was a worthy member of the village.
Almost 4 years had passed since the battle between Genzo and Saphiro. The 15 members of Teams 22, 23, 24, 25, and 26 were all Chunin. Saphiro, Kaede, and Art became 3 of the most powerful Chunin in the village. It was mostly thanks to Tagaranon's training sessions.
Saphiro was 16 years old by then. He now wore clothing similar to Tagaranon's training out fit. He wore a blue jacket with the sleeves rolled up to his elbows. He also wore a white t-shirt, a red neckerchief, bluish-green ninja's jeans, and normal colored ninja sandals. He wore a black headband which was tied on his forehead. His attitude had also changed. He was more serious then he was 4 years earlier. But, he still had his sense of optimism.
Art was 17 years old and basically the strongest on the team. He wore a black and orange hoody with a symbol similar to the seal that kept the Kyubi in confinement. (He gained some admiration for Naruto and started wearing Naruto's former colors) He wore a tank top underneath. He also wore black jeans, ninja sandals, and his headband was on his arm. Art was more serious than he was 4 years earlier, but, he still kept his sense of humor. In fact, some people said that Art became more comedic.
Kaede was 16 years old, just like Saphiro. She wore a long blue dress which had a zipper around the waist. She wore her headband around her waist. But, that was her attire when she wasn't on a mission. During missions, she would unzip her dress to reveal that she wore medium length shorts that were blue. She would then tie her headband around her neck. She became more serious, just like Saphiro and Art. But, she was far more serious than her male teammates. She would train more than the other Chunin in the village. Saphiro would always join her. Kaede still was in love Saphiro and would sometimes show her affection by lightly kissing him or hugging him. Little did she knew, Saphiro was in love with her too.
Team 22's mission record was 93-1. Even though their first mission put them in 2nd place, (Team 26's record was 128-0) Team 22 never failed another mission since then. Teams 22 and 26 were known as the rival teams.
Saphiro was the favorite of Naruto's favorite Chunin to send on solo missions. Saphiro never let a good solo mission down. The latest mission Saphiro would be assigned would be the start of an incredible adventure.
One day, Saphiro was assigned to bring samples of some goods to Konoha from a village at least 20 miles away. He stood at the gate of the village. He breathed in the sweet, crisp, autumn morning air. He always admired the beauty of Konoha and its surroundings. He always took a 20 minute warm-up before leaving the village to go on a mission. He closely observed all of his surroundings. He took a large breath and started to leave until he heard…
"Yo! Wait up for a minute homeboy!"
Saphiro turned around to see that Kaede and Art were coming to see him off. As they approached Saphiro, Art stopped to catch his breath.
"You're out of shape, Art," Kaede giggled. She turned around to Saphiro and hugged him, "We just wanted to see at least once before you left."
"It's okay," said Saphiro, "I know you guys want to see me. It's nice to see my friends before I go on a solo mission." He turned to Art, "You okay Art? You really need to find a way to get to the gate from the other side of town."
"I know right?" panted Art. He straightened up and shook his body into motion. He stared at Saphiro and smiled, "You know what day it is, Kimmy?"
Saphiro glared at Art in anger, "Don't call me Kimmy," he growled. Art never lost Saphiro's nickname. In fact, Art rarely called Saphiro by his name. He called him "Kimmy".
"Seriously Saphiro," Kaede said, walking to him, "You know what day it is? It's a day that changed our lives forever."
Saphiro thought very hard. He stared into the sky in thought. He stayed silent until he looked back down, "I know!" he said, "It's the day that we first became Squad 22!"
"I can't believe it has been 4 years already," said Art, "It seemed like yesterday we were waiting for Tagaranon-sensei,"
"And today we're almost adults," Kaede added.
"It's been a fun ride though," Saphiro said, nodding his head.
Kaede and Art nodded as well.
Saphiro suddenly had an idea. He had to tell the others, "Hey guys," he said, "We should have some Squad 22 time after I come back home from my mission. We can invite Tagaranon-sensei and just hang out together!"
"That's a great idea!" Kaede squealed in agreement.
"Yeah dude!" Art added, "Let's do it!"
"I have to go on my mission now," Saphiro said, giving his friends each a high five, "I'll see you guys later okay?"
"Okay," said Kaede.
"Alright," Art said nodding.
"See you later!" Saphiro shouted, jumping over the gate. After a few seconds, his footsteps weren't heard. He used his Vortex Jutsu to transport. Kaede and Art went their separate ways to start on their in-village missions.
Saphiro rushed through the Konoha forest on his way to his mission destination. He used his Vortex Jutsu every now and then to get over gaps in the trees. He stopped occasionally to listen for something suspicious. Once he was convinced there was nothing suspicious, Saphiro would continue his route to his destination.
5 minutes and 8 miles later, Saphiro decided to stop to eat his lunch. He was eating a meal prepared by mother Kurenai. As he ate, Saphiro thought about his goals. The conversation about the 4 year anniversary of Team 22 with Kaede and Art sparked his concern of having no dream. For years, he really didn't care about his goals. Saphiro finally knew that without a purpose, he would think life was worthless. Naruto told him about a friend he had who once thought that without a purpose, he was near a state of thinking that death was his purpose. Saphiro thought about his new goal.
Maybe I should try to become the Hokage, he thought, No way! I saw all those things that Lord Naruto has to do! Maybe I should try to find my clan! That's it! I'm going to try to find clues to the Kimza Clan! Maybe the Vortex Jutsu wasn't their only accomplishment! Perhaps they have Kekkei Genkai ability as well! There's only one way to find out. I'll ask Lord Naruto could Kaede, Art and I go to find the Canyon Village!
Saphiro stood up, "Yes!" he said, "That's what I'm going to do! I'm going to find the Kimza Clan!" As he sat back down, a sudden feeling took him over. He felt a dizzy feeling. Before he could do anything, he fell to the ground unconscious.
Saphiro woke up from the strange feeling. But he wasn't in the Konoha Forest anymore. Instead, he was in a dark area with white mist. He looked around and wondered where the in the Land of Fire he was.
"What is this weird place?" he asked himself, "This surely isn't the forest. I gotta get out of here to complete my mission!" All of a sudden, a cold breeze brushed across his left shoulder. He turned around to see a man behind him. The man smiled at him grimly.
"You know what has to be done," he said, pulling out a kunai.
Saphiro tried to move, but his body was frozen by fright.
The man lunged his kunai into Saphiro's body. Saphiro blacked out again and fell to the ground. The man just stood staring until he disappeared like the mist.
Saphiro woke up again. This time he looked at himself and shouted in disbelief.
"What the!" he yelled, "I'm—I'm—"
Saphiro was in the image of a 4 year old. He looked around and saw that 2 people were fighting another person. The lone fighter was the same person that was in the misty area. He just looked younger.
What the heck is going on? Saphiro thought, Who are these people? A man was suddenly launched into the air. He landed next to Saphiro. He got up and held him tight.
"Saphiro!" he shouted, "Listen! I may not ever see you again. I want you to know that your father loves you. Your mother does too."
This person is my father? Saphiro thought, It can't be. My father is dead! And how does he know my name is Saphiro?
"Are you ready to die Renji!?" the lone fighter laughed, "I'm going to make this quick and painful!" He ran towards Saphiro and the man.
"Listen," said Renji, "Get inside this!" He made 7 hand signs and shouted, "Ninja Art: Vortex Jutsu!" He created a vortex and hugged Saphiro again, "I'll be okay," he said, "Get inside the vortex. And it'll lead you to the village known as Konoha. Now go!" He pushed Saphiro inside the vortex.
Tears slowly streamed from Saphiro's eyes, Why am I crying? He thought, I barely know the person, yet, I have this strange feeling I know him. The image of the man rushing into battle with his ally faded as the vortex closed.
Saphiro woke up again. This time, he was back in the forest of Konoha. He shook his weary body and looked around. He also figured out that he was 16 again.
"That was weird," he said to himself, "Who the heck was Renji? The only thing I know, Renji is definitely a Kimza. Who was that other man fighting alongside him? Who was that man who attacked me!? I guess I'll have to talk to Tagaranon-sensei." He stared to walk away when he heard…
"You are not going anywhere, Saphiro Kimza…."
Saphiro looked around, "Who's here!?" he demanded, pulling out a kunai.
"I'm so sad you forgot my name," the voice continued, "But it was 12 years since I saw you. You've grown up so fast. It's a shame that I have to kill you."
"I'll ask you again," Saphiro asked more sternly, "Who are you!? And if you don't answer and stop hiding I'll have no choice but to make you come out of hiding!"
"Hm," the voice laughed, "I see you are not a coward. Well, I guess I can let you see the face of your demise." Out of the darkness of the forest walked a man. He was at least in his mid-40's He wore a long black jacket and a red shirt. He wore black pants and boots. He had an array of weapons. He was bearded and his reddish-blonde hair was spiky and it stood up. He had a gruff and threatening voice.
"Who are you!?" Saphiro yelled one more time.
The man laughed at Saphiro. He walked to Saphiro and stood there, "I am Ezekiel," he snarled, "And I am your uncle!"
AN: The next chapter is going to be sweet! In the next chapter, Saphiro and Ezekiel face off in a battle to the end. Is Ezekiel really Saphiro's uncle. And if so, why does he want to kill Saphiro. All questions will be answered in Chapter 13 of Kimza Chronicles! See you around!
PS: I found the poll kind of stupid so I decided to choose the 4 year timeskip. The Beginnings Arc took place 16 years after Orochimaru's defeat.