As a heads up for you guys I've decided to retire the 'Favorite 2 Reviews' addition to my fics, I will have something replace it of sorts in following chapters. You can read more about this at the bottom along side my first Omake.

*Once again a large portal opens up only to have Yurei King come jumping out while dragging a long and strong-looking chain*

*With a sharp tug Yurei hauls the near armor-less form of one Kamen Rider Arashi, said rider only wearing his Decade Helmet and a pair of pants*

Arashi: Okay seriously you couldn't give me a minute to put some clothes on and the rest of my armor? *Grabs chain currently fused with his skin* And was this really necessary?

Yurei: *Glares at Arashi* I warned you.

Arashi: *Glares back* Need I remind you that we agreed that as long as I kept focused on the mission and save said actions for afterwards we were cool? I also distinctly recall sending you a text saying I'd be ready in 5 minutes

after you texted me saying we were done here. But somebody felt the need to interrupt my kiss goodbye and drag me out after only four minutes had passed.

Yurei: Considering she was straddling your waist I knew it was going to take longer.

Arashi: ….*Gains deadpanned expression* Okay true but I was trying to get her to wait until next time for another round. I mean I was trying to get my shirt back on, not off. Speaking of which can you release these *shakes body to show still being lassoed by several yards of chain* I'm getting and itch on my nose and can't reach it with these damn chains locking my arms down.

Yurei: I warned you what would happen. Consider this punishment for disregarding wise advice, so you're stuck with them until we choose our next target. Now address the people reading this so they can move on to their story.

Arashi: ...Kami I hate you sometimes. Whatever. Alright then where to start? Well as a heads up real quick before I start this thing I have planned out my chapters for this. First I plan to finish the Invasion Arc with a short kinda filler after wards: standard stuff Jiraiya asked to be Hokage (cause live or die Hiruzen's getting the figurative boot after this), Jiraiya declines and chooses Tsunade and brings Naruto along to hunt for her. The Filler will also be the chapter that will be my reveal on who of the Top 3 in the Harem Poll are chosen and from there I'll begin the process of Naruto building the necessary bonds to lead to liking, love, and later marriage (haven't decided on lemons yet, may need help if I decide to do them). The reason for my plan to stop briefly after that chapter is for me to start chapter 2 of "The World of Duos". I believe that's everything important for now...okay seriously if you're not gonna release me till later at least scratch my nose please...I got no arms (technically) for Christ sake give me a scratch.

Yurei: Nope. Punishment.

Arashi: *Growls* I will get you for this. Anyways I own none of this stuff and enjoy...by the way anyone who can get what T.V. Series I referenced with the 'scratch my nose' line will get a cyber cookie and one free question answered about this fic. Cheers!

The Bijuu Armors

Chapter 7: Cat's Claws vs Fox's Blade & U's Cutter

Tsuchi Kin was very proud of herself, not only did she beat a kunoichi from one of the Big 5 villages. But it was also the Kazekage's own daughter of all people. Her a clanless and basic no name kunoichi from a minor village, and new one at that, beat someone of Temari's pedigree.

I think she had more than deserved to be more than a bit confident and proud.

Her happiness at her victory and the cheers from the crowd only grew with the next surprise as she reentered the contestant's booth. "Congratulations Kin-chan!" followed by a big huge was the reward one could say one Uzumaki gifted Kin as she joined him and the few others back in the booth.

Getting over her minor surprise and slight embarrassment Kin was quick returned said hug with a very noticeable blush on her face. "Thank you Naruto-kun."

Smiling at her words Naruto brought Kin to join him, Yugito and Haku. Neither two kunoichi even tried hiding their glares at her for gaining Naruto's attention or the hug. Still feeling she earned credit where credit was due, Haku said, "I must say your idea to trap the battlefield before the exams was pretty clever as well as the genjutsu's you used."

Before more could be said by Haku or a reply could be returned by Kin, Yugito cut in, "Yeah though I am a little intrigued by whatever that last one was. Whatever it was most have been painful to get Temari to surrender so easily after only one dose."

Seeing the spotlight on her Kin decided to give them a small understanding of her technique, "Well I guess it wouldn't hurt too much to give you some small insight to my technique. What my last illusion did was target key nerve systems in one's body and triggers them all simultaneously to create one of the most painful experiences of your life."

"Something like that would need more than just a pre-prepared battlefield though." said Naruto. Turning to him Kin replied, "True that's why I used all those earlier senbon before the finish. What most didn't realize was that not only was I buying time but also aiming to get her distracted enough to miss the one sole senbon with the bell I sent near the end to stab her."

Guessing where she was going Haku spoke up, "Oh I see, because most common genjutsu breaks come from expelling chakra from the body you implanted one in her via the senbon to counter her releases."

Nodding her head Kin said, "Exactly, it was all one plan I based for my match with her. Though before either of you think that was it your wrong. I know for a fact that I more than likely can't use the same strategy against either of you since I relied on the fact that my information gathered on Temari was what set this plan exactly for her."

All three present Nins could only look at Kin in shock, 'She planned that whole strategy entirely for Temari!' Seeing their joint surprise Kin could only giggle at their faces.

Getting over his momentary surprise Naruto asked, "What was the information that leads to this being a sole strategy for Temari?" Figuring it wouldn't hurt Kin answered once more, "Alongside her being the Kazekage's daughter and one of the best kunoichi genin in Suna she is also on a team with her younger brothers Kankuro and Gaara. What this all tied in together for me is that she, while in some ways this is false, pampered. While she more than likely got some of the best training in the village, with what I've seen and heard of her youngest brother she probably hasn't had to worry much if at all of interrogation or heavy physical labor outside of what's needed in the ninja business. By that I mean her threshold for pain is probably not that high since she more than likely has never had to deal with much or any of said pain on a constant basis."

Nodding her head Yugito them spoke, "I see you figured with all those added factors she hasn't had to worry any on taking a lot of pain at any single time." Nodding back Kin replied, "Exactly, I hope that's all as I'm still kind of tired."

Cutting Haku and Yugito from asking more of her Naruto replied, "That's fine Kin-chan, take your time and rest. You earned it after that awesome match."

Smiling back at Naruto, Kin sat down on the chair Haku had brought over earlier for Naruto.

As the four settled down to await the next match none noticed the dark look coming from the third Jinchuuriki present, not 2 meters away. Said containers thoughts not being very good, 'Yes kaa-san, she too will help me prove my existence. Her and the Uzumaki.'

-Kage's Booth-

"Well that has to be the most incredible display of genjutsu I've seen in years!" was the words of the Raikage. Nodding his head at her leader's words Mabui spoke up, "Indeed, she definitely is a true example of what any academy kunoichi-in-training should aspire to be when they graduate."

Agreeing with both Sarutobi turned to the masked Kazekage, "I will say your daughter did a very good job herself, though it seems she'll need more physical demanding exercises to withstand that kind of pain in the future Kazekage-dono."

Looking towards his fellow Kages, 'Kira' replied, "Very true, it seems I'll need to increase their training regiments quite a bit since both my oldest have not moved onwards to the next round."

Nodding and turning back to look at the arena none noticed the Kazekage's eyes narrow, 'To think all this time Kin-chan was this strong. Perhaps even too strong. However those jutsu are far from anything recorded in Oto. I'll have to make sure Kabuto or someone removes her during the invasion, such knowledge and skill cannot be left unchecked under my command.'

Before anymore could be said, among the Kages, a Konoha jounin entered through the door. Looking at his subordinate the Sandaime asked, "Is there a problem?"

Bowing to his Kage and the others said jounin replied, "Hai Sandaime-sama, it seems Uchiha Sasuke has yet to show up yet. None of the chuunin guards around the arena's edge have spotted him or his sensei Hatake Kakashi. Them and the ANBU or jounin guarding the interior and exterior of the stadium."

Hearing this A voiced his annoyance, "What! It's his match that's about to start and he isn't even in the stadium! Hiruzen its bad enough one of your genin isn't here for the opening ceremonies! But it's another thing entirely to not show up on time for his own match!"

Hearing the Raikage's disapproval 'Kira' spoke, "Be that as it may Raikage-sama, but many here have come to see my son and the Uchiha fight. It is a bit bad financially and clientage wise if we cancelled the main advertised match wouldn't it?"

Not about to be swayed by his words A shot back, "Well then to bad. Just because it's the declared match of the day doesn't mean jack in the real world! If a ninja shows up late for truly anything, then there's a good chance people could and will die! More importantly just because he's from a clan doesn't make him that special. That Kin girl is from a newly created village in a small country, and she just got your daughter to give up!"

Thinking on the words of his current visitors a bit Sarutobi Hiruzen spoke up, "While both of you bring up excellent points I can neither truly agree or ignore either. With that in mind I will reach a compromise. Uchiha Sasuke will be given no chance to be promoted here for refusing to show up on time. However since we are down to only: Naruto, Yugito, Gaara, and Kin we will give the majority of the audience what they want in the form of a single match. Sasuke will face Gaara, but only if he can make it after Naruto faces Ms. Nii. This will give Naruto or Yugito time to recover before facing Gaara or Kin, can everyone agree?"

Seeing as this is his village both Kage's nodding figuring that's the best either could want.

Noticing their acceptance Hiruzen stood up to address the audience, "Thank you all for being patient with us so far. I've decided that because of Uchiha Sasuke's lack of decorum in showing up on time he has been removed from the tournament and being given the right to be promoted to chuunin rank."

At this call many raised their voice in displeasure. Not liking their attitude Sarutobi raised his voice while lacing it with his anger and killing intent, "ENOUGH! It pains me a great deal that you all would be so angered at my decision. The fact remains Uchiha Sasuke has not show up on time for his match. If this had been a mission concerning any of your lives would you be so lenient then?! Regardless of your views Sasuke will be allowed to face Sabaku no Gaara, however this is only if he shows up on time to fight him after the next match pitting Uzumaki Naruto vs Nii Yugito! With that being said would Naruto and Yugito head to the arena floor!"

-Back with our Hero-

Hearing the Sandaime Hokage's speech end both fellow blonde ninja gave each other a look before jumping down to the arena floor.

Seeing both fighters present Genma spoke, "Next match Uzumaki Naruto vs Nii Yugito! Are you both ready?!"

Receiving a nod from both Genma raised his hand and….

"HAJIME!" and started the match.

At his call both Naruto and Yugito charged head on at each other. Within a mere second or two both where in collision range. With a loud 'Ha" from both ninja the taijutsu part of this match had begun.

Punches and kicks where flying as the two blondes tried to score a hit on the other. However it seemed that both genin where to evenly matched at the moment to tell a winner, or even who had the advantage.

With Yugito's almost unreal flexibility and agility, Naruto couldn't land a single blow. While on the other hand Naruto's much stronger build and impressive footwork(1) made it hard for Yugito to land any of her blows.

Soon after a minute or two of constant dodging and missing by the two they jumped back to size up the other.

After a deep breath Naruto called out to Yugito, "Not bad Yugi-chan, I didn't think it was possible for someone to contort their body some of the ways you just did."

Smirking back at him Yugito, in a slightly sensual voice replied, "You be surprised at just how flexible I can be…..Naru-kun."

Pausing for a moment for Naruto's mind to re-winded what she just said. Only to blush very heavily at the most definite meaning behind her words. Let it not be know that after spending so much time around the self-proclaimed 'Super Pervert'. One Uzumaki Naruto hasn't learned a thing or two about innuendos and double meanings.

However in his moment of recognition Naruto almost missed the very loud shout from Kurama, 'DODGE KIT!'

Breaking him from his brief moment of astonishment at her words, Naruto quickly dived to the side to watch as a large blue fireball go screaming past him. Said fireball went on to burning down one of the few trees behind him.

Rising to his feet he turned to see Yugito going through more hand seals to launch another attack. With a cry of "Katon: Neko no Houki no Jutsu!(2)" the blonde Kumo-nin sent another blue fireball towards our hero.

Once more diving to the side, Naruto dodged the incoming fireball and decided to return the favor. Going through the seals for the only other jutsu Jiraiya taught him that he was not aligned to, Naruto inhaled and called out, "Suiton: Teppōdama!"

With his jutsu called a large water ball went flying towards and colliding with Yugito's fireball. At their clash both justus left behind a large steam cloud that overtook both genin and blocked them from view.

Using the momentary distraction caused by the steam Yugito drew upon a small faction of Nibi's chakra and brought out her next weapon.

Deciding to lean on the side of caution for once Naruto instead of charging through drew his guard up while pulling forth a kunai in case of a weapon barrage.

All was mostly silent in the arena for a next minute. Only to be broken by the nearly unheard sounds of what sounded like a metallic scraping noise. Drawing forth a second kunai Naruto ready for what he thought would be a sword attack, having seen Yugito's teammates affinity for kenjutsu during the earlier stages of the exams.

Only to be shocked when said female Jinchuuriki came jumping out of the remains of the steam cloud with not a sword but her own enlarged nails aimed straight at his head.

With a quick shift to the side Naruto barely avoided the blondes attack. Slashing at her with one of his kunai so as to build distance between him and Yugito, Naruto could only look at her in slight astonishment at seeing her easily slice his kunai into pieces!

Seeing his small amount of fear at her claws Yugito piped up, "Surprised!? I would hope not, but as you can see my nails aren't just for show. Unlike those weak little girls playing at being kunoichi, I actually train and learned to use all of my body as a weapon and make use of everything as a tool for fighting. I don't just sit at home or during team meetings painting my nails."

Up in the stands a specific two Konoha kunoichi grounded their teeth in anger at Yugito's none to subtle jab at their attitudes and actions in the prelims as well as their skills, or lack there of.

While in the fighter's booth below, both Kin and Haku were nodding their heads at her rather wise and accurate words about what some of the kunoichi now present in the stadium have done about their careers.

Taking the short pause in combat to collect himself Naruto replied with a small smile on his face, "Spoken like a true kunoichi and one deserving of both respect and becoming a chuunin."

Smiling back at him for the compliment, Yugito did her best to keep her blush from being noticed. That is before a certain cat began making suggestions in her mind, 'Oh what a flatterer. He is definitely the tom for you my dear kitten.'

'Dammit Mata-neechan! Would you stop saying such things, I'm in the middle of fighting that particular tom so if you would please be quiet unless you have something pertaining to this fight?!' shouted one slightly angered container mentally.

'Fine, fine, kitten. I stop….for now. But once we are done here we will continue, got it?' Said the Bakeneko none to threateningly and with a touch of a demand more so then a question.

Shivering a little at Nibi's tone Yugito turned her focus back on Naruto. Only to see him entering what she recognized as a Battojutsu stance. Staring with a little shock at this new development Yugito decided to cut him off before letting him psyche her out do anymore. 'There is no way he can even use such an advanced style, he showed no talent for kenjutsu earlier in the exams. Hell he doesn't even have his own sword.'

Seeing Yugito rush towards him with her claws at the ready, he quickly focused a small amount of chakra to the seal on his belt. In a flash as Yugito went for another stab only to be taken aback by the katana currently blocking her strike.

Smirking at Yugito's expression Naruto applied some extra force to his block and quite literally threw her away from him. Bring forth his sword into a basic kendo stance Naruto, prepared himself for her next attack.

"I'm guessing by your expression you didn't think my sword would handle your claws, huh?" stated Naruto. Getting over her momentary surprise she replied, "Damn right I am! The only things these haven't be able to cut through is the Raikage's Raiton no Yoroi and my sensei's swords."

Spreading his knees and feet further apart, in preparation to rush her, Naruto spoke up once more, "Well from what I've been told and heard throughout my life it's this, 'always expect the unexpected from Uzumaki Naruto'."

Finished with his statement Naruto pushed a brief burst of chakra to his legs and boosted towards Yugito. Seeing him coming at her, Yugito brought her claws up to block. As they clashed again Naruto began to push down with all his strength to overpower the female Jinchuuriki. Feeling the growing pressure caused by him, and realizing she didn't have the necessary physicality to do so without Nibi, the young Nii released her block. Of course with all of Naruto's power put into the attack he lost his balance and with his temporary displacement gave Yugito the needed time to launch her own attack back.

Said attack giving Naruto a pretty shallow but nasty slash wound on his chest. Trying to make some distance between the two Naruto looked to see the damage. That being five long deep scratch marks running across the majority of his chest, all leaking a very small amount of blood. Before anymore could be done Yugito continued on the attack.

For the next few minutes the arena was filled with the sounds of many clashes of metal on claw. But the more experienced members of the audience, the likes of the Kages, high Jounin, and ANBU could tell that Naruto was losing more ground as time went on. Yugito's experience and training with her claws was far larger than Naruto's with his sword, and it was beginning to show as the match continued.

And shown it truly did, in a hasty attempt at breaking Yugito's guard the blonde Uzumaki overextended his slash leaving himself wide-open. Noticing her opportunity Yugito took it, by driving a Raiton infused kunai clean through Naruto right shoulder. Said kunai having been hidden in the kunoichi's sleeve ready for such an opening.

Of course as anyone will tell you, if such a thing has happened at any time during their life, taking in any kind of electrical surges hurts. Poor Naruto learned this first hand, as his voice will tell you.

"AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!" The screamed ripped from his lungs made even his most hated detractors wince in pain. After what felt like minutes, in reality was only a few second, our spiky blonde hero separated from Yugito's kunai and landed flat on his back on the floor.

With blood leaking all over his front, his entire body suffering numerous spasms from the electricity playing havoc on his nerves, and the visible smoke rising from his body Genma slowly approached him to check the boy over.

During this moment Naruto was cursing himself for his own stupidity.

'Dammit, I should have known continuing to fight in mêlée was foolish. Yugito was clearly better with her claws then I am with Caliburn. I really am just a baka dobe aren't I?'

He sighs,'I guess this is the best I can do, huh? Dammit, at least I got to avenge Hinata and beat her cousin black and blue. So it ain't all bad.' 'GET YOUR ASS UP KIT!''Kurama?' 'No, the Tooth Fairy, I've come to collect the rest of your baby teeth...OF COURSE IT'S ME!' 'Sorry, having several volts of lightning running through my body is no walk in the park you know.' 'Oh trust me I know the feeling, this one time in what's now become Kaminari no Kuni, I made a bet with my brother Gyuki over who could handle the most lightning strikes. Turns out he duped ME, stupid bull had recently discovered his affinity for lightning. It took FOREVER to get my fur to lay flat, and even longer to get all my siblings to stop laughing. Assholes.'

'Okay, slightly embarrassing story aside, I don't think that's really gonna help me here nor do I think there's really anything left I can do Kurama. Not only did her attack really destabilize me, but she's proven to be way better with weaponry mêlée combat then I am.' 'Hump, are you even my container? Cause if memory serves Naruto wasn't a quitter.' 'Well yeah, I know but..' 'Aaannnddd NARUTO also never backed down from a challenge.' 'Well the thing is...' 'AND UZUMAKI NARUTO didn't make EXCUSES for getting his ass kicked! So tell me who the hell are you!?'

'...your right. Uzumaki Naruto doesn't make excuses, Uzumaki Naruto doesn't give up, Uzumaki Naruto isn't a quitter!' 'Then what does Uzumaki Naruto do when getting his ass kicked and knocked down?' 'He gets back up and kicks ass himself till he drops!' 'So who does that make you!?'

-Play Kazuchika Ogata's Theme Rainmaker (play on a loop till told otherwise)-

Just as Genma made it over to Naruto's body a large chakra pulse blasted him backwards a few feet! "I'M UZUMAKI FUCKING NARUTO! AND I DON'T GIVE UP!" Said shout was the only warning anyone got before another pulse radiated from Naruto before his arms reached outwards and he slowly pulled himself up into a handstand. At the full height of his handstand Naruto dropped backwards landing on his feet while facing Yugito.

Getting over her stupor, caused from her shock at him being able to even move after taking several hundred volts of electricity through his body, Yugito quickly entered back into her ready stance in case of Naruto drawing out his gauntlet again. Only instead watched him re-summon the sheath for his katana and bring the sword back into the sheath.

Entering another Battoujutsu stance Naruto lowered his head slightly hiding his eyes from view. Unknown to all but one kitsune a new power gradually grew within Naruto. 'What the hell is this, and where the HELL is it coming from!?'

-Up in the Stands-

Watching Naruto's 2nd Match alongside the rest of his family Dan could only be shocked at what he was seeing, 'I don't believe it, so that's the unique power of the katana. Grandfather said it's legend stated that only when needed will it show itself. I guess Naruto fulfilled the necessary requirement.'

Looking around him he was a little surprised at seeing no one else seemingly noticing the change. Eventually putting the matter out of his mind for the moment Dan turned back to watching the match.

-Arena Floor-

Before Yugito could prepare another attack Naruto himself launched himself at Yugito in surprising speed. With another clash Naruto and Yugito were locked up again but this time it seemed Naruto was even more focused and seemingly much more skilled.

Those watching that had any knowledge or skill in kenjutsu could instantly tell that the Naruto from before and the Naruto currently where two different people in regards to their handling of a sword. Yugito herself was both confused and slightly fearful, the moves and techniques the Uzumaki did were comparable in skill to her teammates in the sword arts. And to her knowledge Naruto had nowhere the same amount of training or experience either had in the skill.

Suddenly during another clash between the two Yugito slipped up. While her position of having both claws crossed had locked Naruto's blade in between them, she had made the mistake of doing so with her feet in a right-foot ready stance(3) instead of a horse stance(4).

Because of her minor mistake in stance Yugito near instantly lost footing when Naruto briefly released his hold on his sword allowing her to put most of her force and strength upwards and away from her. This unfortunately left her mid-section completely exposed, something Naruto took advantage of in an abrupt fashion. Re-gripping Caliburn, Naruto yelled out, "Uzumaki Kenjutsu Sutansu: Uzumaki Kitsune!"(5)

With the call of his jutsu he did a single three hundred and sixty degree spin while his sword glowed a deep red. In that one spinning strike not only did he break Yugito's claws, but also cut deeply into her chest. Not only did the move break her claws and cut her, but the incredible force behind the attack sent the poor blonde several feet away from her opponent.

However before hitting the unforgiving ground Yugito was caught. Not feeling herself smash hard into the dirt she opened her eyes to looking straight into the deep blue eyes of her male counterpart. Putting on a small smirk he spoke, "Guess I win after all kitty-chan." Wondering on his words Yugito could only blush at his newest nickname for her, only to feel the kunai place at her throat. Her blush would only intensified when noticing the position they were in and it only got worse when she remembered where she was and who was watching, 'Samui, Karui, A, and Kirabi-sensei are never gonna let me live this down are they?'

While mostly to herself a certain cat had other plans, 'Oh of course not kitten, but while you're at it might as well enjoy this. Quick give his chest and arms a feel!' Not wanting to deal with her tenant at the moment Yugito decided to save herself the trouble and turned to the referee, "Proctor-san I forfeit."

Nodding at her acceptance of forfeiture, Genma raised his hand and called, "Shousha Uzumaki Naruto!" At hearing the match officially finished the crowed cheered. Many there for Naruto where on their feet cheering at his win. Up in the Fighter's Booth Haku and Kin had been so happy to see him win, especially after the scare from Yugito's earlier attack, they had ended up hugging each other while yelling "He won, He won!"

Only after realizing what they where doing did the two separate and turn away from each other, though with easily seen blushes on their faces.

-End Song at this Point-

-Kage's Booth-

Clapping could be easily heard from the Kage's booth mostly on account of the very loud cheers coming from the Raikage A. While upset at her lose he couldn't be more prouder at her match, after all since neither used nearly any of their respective Bijuu's chakra or power it showed that both were hard workers and could easily rely on their ninja skills over their Jinchuuriki gifted ones. It also proved that both where quite powerful without it, which was a great feat in and of itself.

He knew from experience with Bii, that if trained in both using their Bijuu's power as well as the power of the ninja themselves they could reach strength that not even those like himself or the Professor next to him could in their prime.

So seeing both fight without any real Bijuu aid was something he was happy to see. The match also filled him with personal pride concerning Yugito, when A's dad was still in power he had trained Kirabi and before him Fukai(6) into being what he titled the 'Ultimate Containers'. However his plan relied on Fukai and later B training near exclusively in the Hachibi's power. Early on during Kirabi's training A personally chastised his father for not letting Kirabi take the time to learn other skills particularly kenjutsu, something a young Killer Bee found great interest in. Eventually this led to a fight between the two that nearly lead to father and son breaking all ties between them.

However during the famed '3 Day War' where in the Raikage fought the full force of ten thousand ninja to protect his comrades and allow them to escape back to Kumo, he had before sending them off given a comrade a single note to be sent to A. Said note was a short apology to his son and B for his actions and a last request from both: for A to take his mantle as Raikage and for B to continue his dream and become the 'Great Protector of Kumo'.

While sad for his father's death A knew that if he hadn't stepped up and told his father off on concerns with the training of B and Fukai that what he saw in the arena today would not be possible. He could be no more prouder for Yugito now then nearly any other time before this moment seeing her do so well with almost no help from the Nibi.

Soon however the words of the 'Kira' drew him from his thoughts about his deceased father and Raikage.

"You seem rather happy for a man whose only ninja just lost Raikage-sama. Any particular reason why?" came the voice of the 'Kazekage'. Both himself and the others present in the booth nearly missed the small hint of mocking in his voice. Not really deterred though A replied, "How can I not be, while yes Yugito did lose, I can personally believe and state that she is definitely getting promoted after these exams."

Before 'Kira' could say more the Hokage spoke, "I believe I could agree with you there Raikage-sama. Her moves and jutsu are very powerful, and while her tactical mind wasn't on full display here, she showed more than enough during the Prelims and what I've seen and heard about her actions during the First and Second exams. You have a very strong and capable young woman under your care."

Smirking at the Hokage A replied, "Thank you, I will say your genin was pretty good too. Yugito's my most strongest genin, although that won't be for long with her promotion, her lose to the Uzumaki was not one I can truly fault her with."

"It's also a bit surprised with her actions on the boy. For all the time I've spent with Yugito-chan, both for training and social outings, she has never shown any interest in boys before. It's quite surprising she'd show any interest in a boy she's only know at best two months." stated a surprised Mabui.

"Kittens just growing up, fox boy seems to have lightened her up." rapped one Kirabi. Absent mindly nodding at his words neither respective genin's Kage could fully ignore the fact. For A it was, as Mabui stated a bit shocking since Yugito has never even blushed when concerning any boys around her. While for Hiruzen it more because the only girl Naruto's shown interest in is his teammate Haruno Sakura, though maybe his small meddling concerning a certain ice user might have helped him bury that particular crush.

"Regardless I believe Yugito Nii will most likely get the promotion. Alongside her I'm leaning to think the same concerning Naruto-kun and Kin-san as well, but am uncertain at this time." With these last few words from the Hokage.

Both his fellow Kage nodded at his assessment and left it at that at the feel of a new chakra appearing in the center of the arena. Sarutobi could only facepalm at the poor timing of one of his best Jounin.

At seeing Kakashi in the ring with Sasuke, Sarutobi turned to his former student, "Jiraiya-kun could you go down their and grab Kakashi for me. We need to talk about his habits." Hearing the way his sensei said the word 'habit' he started to think of the possible funeral plans he might need to start for the death of his book's most prominent fan.

-Arena Floor, Following Yugito's forfeit-

As Naruto headed for the arena staircase thinking to have Haku give Yugito a once over, having seen the sword wound he gave her heal up thanks to the Nibi, he turned back around at seeing the appearance of Kakashi and Sasuke.

First thing that came to mind for Naruto was, 'FINALLY!' Followed almost immediately by, 'What in Kami's name is he wearing!'Admittedly Kurama had his own opinion, 'A submissive's outfit?'

Trying his best to keep from laughing at the Kyuubi's decidedly possible statement, Naruto subtly made a one-handed seal and summoned a Kage Bunshin next to him. Handing Yugito over to the clone he turned to him and said, "Take her up to Haku-chan to get a quick look over."

His clone nodding at the order carried Nii Yugito over towards the stairs, while Naruto himself headed over to the 'Tardy Duo'.

Paying little attention to his surroundings Kakashi spoke up, while still looking straight into his porn novel, "Sorry are we late?" At hearing his words nearly everyone that heard him felt the sudden urge to punch him upside the head.

Giving Kakashi a less than pleased look Genma replied, "Yes you are, in fact because of your tardiness your student here is forbidden from either advancing in rank or advancing in the tournament."

At Genma's reply both Sasuke and Kakashi were legitimately upset. Kakashi because he believed that the Hokage would give him time and not mind his lateness, inevitably forgetting that no matter how strong or important you are disobeying orders and being so late will only go unpunished for so long.

In the Uchiha's case it's from the fact that he was be penalized in general. Uchiha Sasuke is never penalized, in his own mind at least, for anything. Of course he wouldn't be Sasuke if he didn't voice his rage, "What!? By what right do you have the gall to deny my the right to be promoted?! Or for that matter advance in the tournament?!"

Leveling a small amount of his Killer Intent at the brash boy Genma replied, "By the Hokage, genin. Not to mention as proctor of the 3rd Round what I say goes. You decided not to show up on time for the opening ceremonies or for that matter when your match was scheduled. With my right as 3rd Exam Proctor your actions are deserving of the right to be promoted being vetoed."

"If you don't like it take it up with the Kage's, not me. Especially since it was his call to begin with." finished Genma. Growling in suppressed rage Sasuke was cut off by the arrival of Naruto, "It's your own fault regardless of what either you or Hatake say teme. Not that you'll ever except that since your never wrong."

Turning to face Naruto for his sarcastic words the Uchiha shot back, "Well I see the Hyuuga didn't kill you, but I'm guessing you're here to rub this in my face huh. Well at least I'll get to fight and win. Something you more than likely couldn't even accomplish...dobe."

Before more could be said Jiraiya appeared via Shunshin no Jutsu. "Kakashi, Sarutobi-sensei needs to speak with you...now." Hearing the slight edge in the Sannin's voice Kakashi nodded and performed his own Shunshin up to the Kage Booth. Before heading back up to the booth himself Jiraiya looked over at Naruto and expressed his opinion on his latest win, "Oh Naruto by the way, congrats on beating both Neji and Yugito. Hell of a fight, on both accounts."

His words said he went back to the Kage's Booth. Turning his attention to Naruto, Sasuke said, "You won?! How Kakashi was training me the whole two months. Who would train you for that amount of time?" Looking at his teammate Naruto just said, "None of your business."

Annoyed at being denied any information Sasuke could only growl.

However gaining a little devious idea in his mind Naruto decided to get back at Sasuke for being late. Naruto, while smiling innocently, extended his hand to the Uchiha and said, "Well whatever just wanted to wish you good luck on your fight and everything is all."

Looking at the reached out hand and seeing Naruto's typical childlike smile on his face, Sasuke decided to humor the dobe. As he reached for Naruto's hand, Naruto quickly pulled the arrogant Uchiha into a stiff knee to the stomach.

-Play DDP's WCW Theme-

Gasping for breath Sasuke had no time to prepare for Naruto military pressing him upwards and then tossing and spinning him till his chest was over Naruto's right shoulder and being grabbed by Naruto's hands around his head. This ended up with Naruto bringing Sasuke's head onto Naruto shoulder-blade and landing flat on his back stunned(6).

Looking upwards at Naruto he heard him say, "That's for the loser and dobe crap teme, I call that the Uzumaki Kirite(7). Oh that was also for holding everyone up for your lame ass entrance."

"Damn you dobe", was all he had time to say as he saw Gaara appear on the arena floor for their match. Slowly getting to his feet Sasuke tried his best to focus on his enemy, doing his best to ignore the distinctly feminine laughter aimed at him from the Fighter's Booth.

Those still paying attention to the blonde as he headed up the stairs would see him having raised his right fist into the air again, as if to say "Another win for me."

CHAPTER END

I really hope you all enjoyed this chapter cause it seemed to me like just about everything that could go wrong in writing this did. From my flash drive not even be registered on my dad's laptop, to constantly having to change the word doc it was being typed on between my dad's laptop, sister's comp, and mom's tablet, and finally having to constantly change small stuff like word size, Font, and so on cause of the constant changes I was losing my patience very quickly. *In a very suppressed angry voice* I really wish my last damn comp and laptop hadn't died on me so stupidly two years ago. *deep angry sign*

*We cut to seeing Arashi noticeable in full armor with no evident chains constraining him*

Arashi: Ah, much better. Not much fun is it. *smirks evilly*

Yurei:...*Bound by chakra chains and by Rikujōkōrō Hado Technique from Bleach*…*Eyes narrow* You do realize that you will suffer horribly for this right?

Arashi: *Gives side long glance* Possibly, but not very seeing as I'm gonna start decreasing these. So that I can fit in the Omake and Q & A. We will have a small intro and outro but nothing as exaggerated as the last chapters.

Yurei: *Chuckles darkly* Oh don't worry, I won't keep you waiting. *Dissipates in a cloud of purple smoke and re-materializes in front of Arashi as the chains drop to the ground* Did you forget I am the Lord of the Dead? The physical realm only harms me should I allow it to.

Arashi: *Raises Eyebrow* Do YOU realize that while breaking the chains is one thing you're still trapped in a Hado Spell, a particular skill utilized by SHINIGAMI and more importantly MEANT to restrain any and all forces. Living AND dead. Which YOU fall under said category.

Yurei: *Yurei looks down at STILL being held by said bars of light, and sweatdrops* Still, I do command legions of dead souls I can summon at will.

Arashi: I would like to point out I can summon an army of a hundred heroes in one go. Heroes that on their own have beaten armies. But that's besides the point, what do you think of the Q and A idea? Namely my reviewers can ask my 'cast' questions on things regarding themselves.

Yurei: Sounds good, now how about you drop this thing so we can find our next target.

Arashi: Right, though this will be the last adventure sort of thing since I've kind of gotten bored of this. Hope that's not a problem, you'll be fine on your own after this one, right?

Yurei: Sure, I've been putting down upstarts since I took this job. Anyone in particular you wanna have a go at?

Arashi: Ummmm...why not Darth Sidious a.k.a the former Emperor Palpatine. Seeing as the guy is so afraid of death he's cheated it not once, twice, even thrice, but FOUR times. Once with his natural death by living as a force ghost, second via body possession via young clone, third via attempt at taking over Leia's newest born son Anakin Solo. His four and current method is through being locked eternally in combat with deceased Jedi Masters one with the force. While the last one can be considered a fate worse than death , I just wanna hear the arrogant self-righteous bastard squirm as we kill him bring him back and kill him over and over again. Namely I wanna break his mind worse than what's done to girls in mind break hentai...and that's some serious fucked up shit right there.

Yurei: ...you've got some serious violence issues dude, but sure why not.

Arashi: I blame insanity and deep hatred for overpowered villains. Alright let's go, we can watch my omake during the trip, which by the way here it is.

*Jumps into pre-opened portal to Star Wars Universe with Yurei*

*Arm sticks out with remote in hand* Enjoy! *Click*

Omake:

Press 'B/Square' to Shut him Up!

Naruto vs Neji:

Naruto looked at his watch, he couldn't believe Neji had ranted and monologued for nearly 5 minutes.

That had to be a damn record.

As Neji continued he noticed the oddest thing. Floating right in front of him and a bit to his left was a sentence. Said sentence spelt out 'Shut Neji up'.

To make this even more weirder right next to the phrase was a small red button with the words 'Push Me' in it.

Not sure of what it all meant Naruto decided Neji went on long enough.

Reaching out his hand he pushed the button, surprised when he met a small amount of resistance in the air, and watched as the buttoned glowed for a brief second, before it and the sentence disappeared.

All of the sudden he felt this pull on his body, and figuring he had nothing to lose at the moment, went with the flow.

"...and further more you can't beat me because..." whatever Neji hoped to say was cut off by a fist smashing straight into his face.

Said fist belonging to Naruto and had carried with it enough power that it send the annoying Hyuuga all the way into the wall and through it.

Being nearby Neji's crash site Genma gave the boy a quick check over. Seeing he wasn't getting back up he raised his hand, "Shousha Uzumaki Naruto!"

Looking down at his fist then to the hole he sent Neji into, he quickly looked upwards to the heavens and entered a praying stance.

"Praise be to the Holy Red Button!"

-End-

For those not familiar watch 'Asura shuts Wyzen Up' to understand the joke better.

Here is the Reference Sheet guys!

1-Think in the way Boxers and Kickboxers duck, dodge, and weave around each other's blows.

2-Means: Fire Release: Cat's Fire Technique

3-I'm using the terminology I learned from my Karate classes, in this case it's the stance where your right foot is ahead of the other while both feet are shoulder width apart.

4-Like the above a Martial Arts stance, though most should recognize this since it was used in Avatar: Last Airbender as the common stance for Earthbenders as well.

5-Stands for: Whirlpool Sword Technique Stance: Whirlpool Fox.

6-For those not familiar he is the Hachibi's container before Kirabi. He is canonically A's cousin and the 3rd Raikage's nephew.

7-The whole sequence is a standard method for one to use an Elevated Cutter. Once again another wrestling move. In this case watch Bully Ray's Bubba Cutter on YouTube to get the full visual.

8-As it's been called the Cutter, this variant used by Naruto he calls the Whirlpool Cutter. For a brief lesson its name was coined by Diamond Dallas Page of WCW fame, which he called the Diamond Cutter. Hence the music suggestion before the moves execution.