It is here! The Final Chapter of the Arrival of Koji Arc!! They are getting ready to train themselves for the upcoming exam. Of course, all the main participants will be ready once the stage is set. Friends will disband with the sole purpose of becoming an elite. Read on and hope for you r favorite!!
Chapter 11: Preparations for the Jounin Exam! Time To Train!!
"You all know why we are here. The next Jounin Exam, held in the Hidden Sand Village, will be in 4 months. I want to hear all those that have been nominated to take the exam." Tsuande said. Kurenai, Gai, and Kakashi were standing in front of her.
"I'd say both Lee and Tenten are ready for this big step up!" Gai said, thumbs up, and teeth sparkling. "Kiba and Shino are definitely ready. Hinata is also ready to take the next step." Kurenai said. "Shikamaru, Ino, and Chouji all held their own against Akatsuki. Hell, Shikamaru defeated Hidan. I'd say their all more than ready." Kakashi said.
"What about Team Seven?" Tsunade asked. "You know Sakura's strengths better than I do. Naruto defeated a member of Akatsuki single handedly. And Sasuke is way stronger than I was at his age. Though those two are officially Genin, they have Jounin capabilities. I say they should be given a chance." Kakashi said, with his n.n look. Tsuande smiled.
"Sakura is also ready. She is slowly surpassing me." Tsunade said. "Okay, send someone to tell them to prepare for the next Jounin Exams! This years Generation of Jounin will be astounding!" Tsunade said.
(Road Leading to the Village Gates)
"The Jounin Exam?" Koji asked. "You said you wanted to be a part of the Shadow Blades, correct? Well, all of us are Jounin or above." Shiro said. "So, I have to win this exam?" Koji asked.
"Not necessarily. You have to at least make it past the Testing Round. Once you've passed that, even if you lose in the first round, you can still be voted a Jounin." Shiro said. "Okay then! I'll give it my best!" Koji said. "Good, if you are sincere with that vigor, then I will train you myself!" Shiro said.
"You would!? AWESOME!!!" Koji screamed. On their way to leaving the village, they ran into Sanosuke. "Hey! Sano! You going to be in the next Jounin Exam?" Koji asked. "Of course! Though I have no village affiliation, I plan on becoming a Jounin!" Sanosuke said. The two best friends, and the Shadow Blade Leader left through the Village Gates.
(Hyuuga Compound)
Around the time that was happening, Neji was sitting in front of a tree in the Hyuuga compound, meditating. He knew of the next Jounin Exam, but wasn't real interested in them, since he was already a Jounin. "Neji-nii-san?" Neji opened his eyes, and there was Hinata. She wasn't fidgeting like she normally would, but her tone was still pretty quiet.
"Hn?" Neji replied, but Hinata could tell he didn't hear her. "Can you train me for the next Jounin Exam?" Hinata asked a little more confidently. Neji looked at her, a little confused. Hinata didn't stutter, or turn dark red, just a light pink. "You wish to ask my help for the Jounin Exam?" Neji asked, confused. Last time he checked, Hiashi was stronger than him by some. She should be asking him to help her.
"Yes, nii-san. You've become a Jounin before the rest of our friends, you have the best idea of what to expect. Also, if you mastered the Hyuuga Style Gentle Fist by yourself, then you would knew the best way to do things." Hinata said. Neji smirked slightly.
"Sure, Hinata-sama. But once we begin, I won't be going easy on you." Neji warned her. "That would be most appreciated." Hinata replied, and Neji nodded. "Okay, then let's start with the basics."
(Inuzuka Doghouse)
"Alright Mom, Sis! I want to truly be ready for the Jounin Exams, so I'm going to need you guy's help!" Kiba said excited, and Tsume and Hana smiled. "I guess even the runt of the litter has to grow up and become a man at some point." Hana teased.
"Geez sis, thanks a lot." Kiba said, sarcastically, and giving his sister a slight glare. "Kiba, becoming a Jounin is going to be the toughest trial you've ever face in your life. Are you prepared to take that step?" Tsume asked.
"Of course! My friends are going to give it their all, so I wouldn't want them to surpass me!" Kiba said, and Akamaru barked in agreement. "Okay then. Prepare yourself!" Tsume said, as she and Hana charged Kiba.
(Aburame Hive)
Shino walked into his giant backyard, where his father was standing. "I've heard about your planning to enter the Jounin Exam in 4 months." Shibi said, and Shino nodded. "I believe that I have what it takes to become Jounin." Shino said.
"And I believe you do, Shino. But the nin there will be at levels that nin you've faced before would pale in comparison to." Shibi said. Shino then had a flashback of his battle against Kankuro nearly three years ago.
(If I fought him to a draw last time, and he's a Jounin, then I already have what it takes. I won't fall behind the others.) Shino thought to himself. "Okay then, son. Let's start on your Kikai bugs."
(Outside Konoha: 30 minutes later)
Koji, Sanosuke, and Shiro waited as Yami did her business behind a bush. "So Sano, do you know what you're going to do after becoming a Jounin?" Koji asked. "Nothing in particular." Sano asked.
"You still want to take me up on my offer? I would love to have a traveling partner." Koji said. "I wouldn't have it any other way." Sanosuke said. The team of three traveled along the road for a while longer, before a fork in the road caused them to have to take different directions. "We're going this way." Shiro said, walking off. "I'm heading this way." Sanosuke said, and Koji nodded.
"When we meet for the exam, I hope that you will give me quite a challenge." Koji said, and Sanosuke smirked at him. "You better hope I don't smoke you." Sanosuke said, and they both shook on it.
(Nara Estate)
"Hn. Your going to become quite the Jounin, Shikamaru." Shikaku, Shikamaru's father said, and Shikamaru sighed. "Where it was optional for everyone else, it was mandatory for me." Shikamaru said, as him and his father were playing Go.
"Well, that's what happens when you do something that could only be accomplished by that demon kid." Shikaku said. "You mean Naruto? Well, he's actually strong. I'm just smart, and the only quality I have is my mastery of Shadow related Jutsus. From what Ino and Chouji told me, he's mastered Yondaime's jutsu to the point where he's upgraded it and made it his own." Shikamaru said.
"Well, he's got spunk, that's for sure. You are lazy, yet I bet you could defeat him." Shikaku said. "Hn. He's probably to willful for my Shadow Possession to hold him for long." Shikamaru said. "You'd never know. How about we test the true strength of the Shadows once we're done." Shikaku said.
"Sure." Shikamaru said, and Shikamaru's mom called for tem to get inside. "Troublesome." Both Shadow Masters said before they walked in to face their fate.
(Yamanaka Flower Shop)
"Thank you!" Ino said, as she finished another purchase from the Flower Shop. Ino then plopped on a chair. "Oh man! The Jounin Exams are coming, everyone is going to be training like crazy, and I CAN'T TRAIN HALF THE TIME!!!" Ino screamed, letting her head rest on the counter.
"You know, you're right Ino." Ino turned to who said it, and there was her father, Inoichi. "You can't possibly get stronger by sitting here running the shop. Since you are becoming quite the ninja, it's about time you learned some of the more advanced Yamanaka Jutsus." Inoichi said, and Ino smirked.
"You'll help me?" Ino asked. "Of course. Your mother will run the shop." Inoichi said.
(Akimichi House
"So Chouji, you going to train hard for this exam?" Chouji's father, Chouzan, asked. "Of course! I expect there to be some nin that would be hard to beat." Chouji said. "I hear that Shikamaru is going to be there, along with that Naruto boy and the Uchiha." Chouzan said.
"Naruto isn't someone I wish to go against. I've seen him defeat a member of Akatsuki, when even Kakashi-Sensei had trouble. He might be the strongest of this years exam." Chouji said.
"But you forget, Shikamaru also defeated a member of Akatsuki by himself. In short, those two are probably the ones to beat." Chouzan said. "I have to get stronger. I can't just fall behind like that, when I have a chance to catch Shikamaru. I don't want to become a burden." Chouji said.
"Then it's a good thing we have 4 months. We will train till you drop, and even Shikamaru won't be able to stop you." Chouzan said, and Chouji smiled.
(With Sanosuke: 1 hour later)
Sanosuke walked for about another mile and a half before someone approached him. "You decided to come." He said. "Hai, Saito-Sensei." Sanosuke said, and the man smiled.
His sensei, Saito, was a strong nin in his prime, but now that he was pushing 58, he was passing everything he knew to his protégé, Sanosuke. "Sensei, I think I've finally mastered he Diamond Infusion Jutsu, and I used it on Rock Smash!" Sanosuke said, and Saito smirked.
"You got the Diamond Infusion Jutsu to work, eh? Well, I guess that means it's time I taught you some of the skills that made me the Earthbender of the Rock Village. You ready to become a legend of your own?" Saito asked.
"Of course, Sensei! I want to prove I'm one of the best ever. The only way I can do that is to train and get stronger!" Sanosuke said, and Saito smiled. "Then once we reach my old dojo, we'll start with wielding your blade."
(In Konoha)
"Do you think you could be my sparring partner till the Jounin Exams, Lee?" Tenten asked. "Eh!? What happened to NejI? He's usually your battle partner!" Lee asked.
"He was asked by Hinata to train her. Gai-Sensei is on a mission, so I figured we would help each other out." Tenten said. "Of course! With the combined powers of your blossoming youth, and the Green Beast of Konoha, we will become the strongest of all at the Jounin Exams!" Lee said. "Um…thanks Lee. Let's get ready. With you helping, I can get better at moving targets." Tenten said.
(Training Grounds for Team Seven)
"Sasuke, if you want to be able to defeat Naruto, there are a few things about him you need to know." Kakashi said, and Sasuke looked at him confused.
"1. He has learned that Shadow Clones can be used for super training, and only he has the chakra to be able to do that." Kakashi said. "2. He has mastered the Rasengan, and has created his own jutsu. It's a stronger form of the Rasengan, and it would blast your Chidori and my Raikiri like it's nothing." Sasuke sort of glanced away with that one.
"Don't fret. I can help you get stronger, but first, you need to find out what your chakra element is." Kakashi said, handing him a little card. "How does this work?" Sasuke asked. "Put some chakra into the card, and depending on how it reacts, it will tell your chakra type. I believe your type is fire, but I want to make sure." Kakashi said.
Sasuke shrugged and put some chakra into the card. To Kakashi's surprise, instead of burning up, the card crinkled. "Hm. I guess your element is Lightning. Fire must be some Uchiha Specialty. I guess that means you'll be developing the Chidori into your own original attack." Kakashi said.
"Now, since you can already manipulate electric chakra, and infuse it into your little sword there, I want you to launch lightning chakra out of your hand." Kakashi said. Sasuke looked at him. "You serious?" Sasuke asked. "Don't worry. I plan on making up my own move for my Raikiri." Kakashi said.
"So you training me is also helping you to get stronger as well?" Sasuke asked. "Of course. If anything were to happen, I want to be able to fight as well as you and Naruto." Kakashi said, and Sasuke sighed.
(Hokage Tower)
"You think I can become a Jounin, Tsunade-Shishou?" Sakura asked. "Of course! You are becoming quite a medic nin. Besides, you've received training from a Legendary Sannin, and the Hokage of Konoha. If I can't help you become Jounin, then no one can!" Tsuande said, proudly, and Sakura smiled.
"Your competition will be fierce, but there will be three other nin there who have been trained under the powers of a Sannin." Tsunade said. Sakura looked confused. "Sasuke and Naruto were trained by Sannin. Who is the third one?" Sakura asked. "You know him. His name is Koji." Tsunade was amused by the fierce look that Sakura had on her face for the boy.
"That perverted moron!? Who would want to teach someone as annoying as him!?" Sakura asked. "Who knows what Shiro is thinking. I bet this little student of his will be a powerful nin in four months." Tsuande said. "Doubt it! He won't stand a chance against me!" Inner Sakura was free, and ready.
(Training Grounds: Giant Waterfall)
"Yamato-Sensei, why is Kakashi-Sensei training Sasuke, while you help me?" Naruto asked, as four of his Shadow Clones were sparring against each other. "Because you already have a distinct advantage over Sasuke. He can't work the Shadow Clones like you can. He needs the help of someone like Kakashi-Senpai." Yamato said, and Naruto smirked.
"I got and advantage over Teme! Yes!" Naruto thrust his fist into the air. "Don't let it get to your head. If Kakashi is helping, then that means Sasuke will most likely master a new technique that will match your RasenShuriken." Yamato said. "I guess. Teme was always pretty crafty when he needed to be." Naruto said.
"He was also trained by a Legendary Sannin, like you. He may know a few tricks he may have kept to himself." Yamato said. "Good! There are a few tricks I kept to myself! When we face each other, he's going down!" Naruto said, thrusting his fist into the air.
(With Koji, the next day)
"So, should I refer to you as Shiro-Sensei?" Koji asked. They were in a dojo that Shiro made 200 miles outside of Konoha. The only reason they got there in a day was because Shiro had them run for about 22 hours with only 3 10 minute breaks. "You don't need to, unless you want to." Shiro said. "Nah. I'll stick with Shiro. Maybe I'll use sama when I'm in a good mood." Koji said, and they both chuckled.
"Okay then. You obviously have a limited amount of jutsus, but a large amount of potential. I will not only increasse the number of jutsus you will know, but I will also help that styleless brawler thing you call 'Taijutsu.'" Shiro said. "What's wrong with my Taijutsu?" Koji asked.
"You can't just swing away at an opponent. Anyone with half a bit of skill could counter your attacks without trying." Shiro said. "I suppose." Koji said. "Good, now do you want to be able to handle men like those two in the Red Cloud Robes?" Shiro asked. Koji nodded. He didn't' want to be in a situation where he couldn't win no matter what. "Good. Then let's begin!" Shiro said.
ShadowRonin: And so, another chapter ends, and all is said and done. The Jounin Exams will be great and fun. Koji and friends begin their quests for strength. And find that power when they come to meet in four months. And to leave you all with the end of an Arc, here are flashes of what's to come:
Welcome to the Jounin Exams!! I am your host Temari!!
Prepare yourself Koji Hyosuke. You won't survive this.
His power… how is he able to defeat us? The three Sannin!?
Sasuke, it of great importance you finish your training with Orochimaru. The world depends on it!
T.K, Sidestep, Blade, the time has come. It is you three's job to take over the Continent of the Elements!!
Starring:
Koji Hyosuke: "Wait till you see what I can do!! I'll rock your world!!
Naruto Uzumaki: "This fight isn't over yet! I've barely begun, Believe it!!
Sasuke Uchiha: "Hn. Dobe actually learned a few things."
Sakura Haruno: "I'm not weak!! I'LL SHOW YOU!!!
Sanosuke Kazeyama: "It must be fun showing how stupid and strong you are."
And the rest of the Konoha Twelve. As they are pitted against each other, along with new rivals and allies!!
Gale Kazekiri: "Koji Hyosuke, you won't win against me."
Shinji: "You can't get past the powers of my eyes. Once I've got you, it's over."
And many more! So be ready 6/22/07, for Tales of a Boy and His Dog, Arc 2: The Jounin Exams!
(Side note: Any dialogue isn't guaranteed to actually appear. They all surround important events.)
ShadowRonin: So see you in a week and a half!! Also, drop a line on if I should ever do that again once this Arc ends. Later!!