Uchiha, Hyakkimaru formed the half-tiger seal and continued to meditate for the time being. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: . . . Kogami asks: Hello Hyakkimaru-kun. How did your meeting with Takezo-kun and Nagirama-sama go? You have entered the game world. Current date: The 28th of Gogatsu, 162 Uchiha, Hyakkimaru continued to hold the meditative posture with his hand extended. Senju, Yororama remains silent, staring forward. Current date: The 1st of Rokugatsu, 162 Kogami says: Hmm.. Kogami asks: Do you have a key, Yujirama-kun? Yuji says: I do. Kogami says: Very well. Jakku Held up a sign which asked -Are we sure it's actually him, it could be a clever disguise.- Kogami says: Let me know when you need a shift-swap. Yuji says: Right. Kogami says: I'll send someone else or do it myself. Kogami says: Though I would prefer the guards to not be Uchiha. Yuji says: Well. I doubt somebody could get in and out that quickly, we've been watching around the clock. Kogami waved towards Jakku, as he said, "I'll be keeping a look out, radio me if you need anything. I'm on 91.19." Kogami says: There are people with...unique abilities that I don't think would find it hard. Kogami says: I was on the S-rank squad when Hitomi broke out the Ichibi. Kogami says: People have ways. Anyway. Let me know when you need a break. Kogami asks: Excuse me Takezo-kun? Kogami says: Precisely because of that attitude is why I don't trust you to watch him. Kogami says: "Why can't I watch over my friend?" Sounds like something a Genin would say... Kogami says: Perhaps you don't treat a treason charge particularly seriously, but I do. Kogami looked at Takezo with a fury, as his voice snapped somewhat, "You know nothing of what he means to me. Leave. Yujirama-kun and Jakku-kun will guard him. You are like a spoiled child, who can't accept that he isn't getting his own way. I have given my orders, and you will respect them." Jakku Scratched the back of his head awkwardly, arugments like this always made him uncomfortable. Yuji says: Actually, Kogami. Have somebody take over. Jakku Held up a sign which asked -Can I get a key?- Kogami regained his composure after a few moments. It was rare for Kogami to lose his cool, but the son of his mentor being put to death had gave him a large amount of conflicting feelings since he had heard the news; feelings he found hard to bury In truth, the Uchiha treated his fellow clan more strictly than any other villager to ensure that he kept them safe. He didn't want to go back to a time when his clan were huddled in shacks, under curfew and sealed with Fuuinjutsu. If he kept everyone straight, nobody could accuse the Uchiha of anything. Kogami paid no particuar mind to Takezo, but did reply, "Being a shinobi isn't a popularity contest, Takezo-kun. It is about duty, loyalty and respect. You should study our history more." Speaking in response to Yujirama, the Uchiha replied, more softly than his previous statements, "I'll stand guard then." Kogami says: Keys are for Commanders and Police Lieutenants, Jakku-kun. Kogami says: I don't mind if you want to head back to the gate though. Jakku Pulling out his notebook Jakku would write -What about just really cool shinobi? ....But seriously nah it's fine, I wouldn't leave you on your own. I'm not much for conversation, but I'd like to think I'm better then nothing.- Kogami asks: Your Doton seems to be progressing? Kogami says: It's a shame I can't teach you Iwagakure Doton. Jakku Nodding his head Jakku would sigh, writing -You said it.. It be a real help if I could learn, Sadly I don't have magic jutsu copying eyes. Just snake muscles. It's fine though.. Sure I don't have the best jutsu, but it's about what you make out of what you've got right?- Kogami says: Yeah, you're right. Kogami asks: I sometimes wonder...if I make the right decisions you know? Kogami says: Sometimes it's hard to make the right decision... Jakku Thinking for a moment Jakku would write -I think that's called being human. You can have all the cool dojutsu, ninjutsu, and whatever other kind of jutsu you want. Nobody always knows what the right thing to do in life is. I say your best bet is to always try and do whats right to you, and hope thats enough.- Kogami looked back towards his sleeping cousin, conflicted on his situation. Kogami had immense respect for Atticus, and he found it hard not to help his son. You have entered the game world. Current date: The 8th of Rokugatsu, 162 Uchiha, Hyakkimaru formed he half tiger. Takezo watches Hyakkimaru from behind a second layer of iron bars, frowning at him and his weakened state. Yatorama approaches Hyakkimaru's cell. "Well? Have you decided to speak..?" He questions. Yatorama has pinged you. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru holds his meditative, sitting position. His ears perked up at the familiar voice of their village leader. MURDERER The thought rang out loud and clear in his mind, but he didn't respond to the man; though his facial expression shifted behind his closed eyelids with his nostrils widening and his upper lip raising a bit. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: . . . Yatorama merely takes a seat with his back lying against the wall. "At this point, you'll simply be executed. Though, I can see about lightening your sentence for cooperation. State the names of your rogue contacts, and all of your conversations with them." He once more commands, though now he was not visible. His gaze focuses on Takezo briefly, and he shakes his head faintly while his expression shows clear disappointment for Hyakkimaru's actions. Takezo pounces forth and grips the iron bars tightly, "Hyakkimaru! Say something! You must!" he echoes out, his voice cracking slightly. A fleeting glance is passed to the Senju beside the cell, yet his focus remains entirely on his kin. You've been rewarded 1 point(s) Uchiha, Hyakkimaru holds still for a moment, his muscles tense behind his robes. He chose not to respond to the Senju, but twitched when he'd heard Takezo's voice. He'd come back? His left eyelid flittled open and the eyebrows above turned in. He sighed, knowing he could offer his cousin nothing to appease his worries and concerns. He shook his head solemnly. He knew his fate had already been decided long ago. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: Takezo .. I'm .. sorry. Takezo bites his lower lip harshly and his head lowers, eyes closing lamentably, "Damn it... So it's true..." he mutters lowly with a raspy, shaky exhale. A curled fist slams against an iron rod and he curses underbreath, "Damn it..." Uchiha, Hyakkimaru sighed. For everything he'd done he was powerless to console those he held hear. He'd forgotten how one's actions could affect those who loved them. He lifted his head up, his voice its usual low rasp though with a surprising calm given the circumstances. "Be wary .. cousin .. Even with them .. we cannot .. always .. see." Takezo 's eyelids pry open and instead of that jet-black color, his are crimson and three tomoe imprinted along the outer circle of the melding, crimson iris. He looks on at the Uchiha with the Eyes of Truth, but for what reason - even he knows not. There's no words that leave him, only a face that spells fear of an imminent dread. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru disp his head in mock shame, avoiding Takezo's gaze once he catches sight of the copy wheel eye. The Kaleidoscope variant passes by in his mind as he mutters something in a low tone, "Control your .. emotions." It might've been phrased as a command, but it was subtle advice for the days to come. Takezo shakes his head from side to side and turns, his hands releasing the bars and arms instead folding across his chest. He looks away, instead choosing to stare at a nearby empty wall. Yatorama merely rises to his feet, and he steps out of the cells. "Come with me briefly, young Takezo." Takezo slips back where the cells are and passes a mere glance to his kin, taking off his backshuriken so he may press against the wall firmly, gaze glued to the floor. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru smiled abit, hearing the announcement. Would the power of Kojin step in with divine retribution or would be reborn anew, with more promise than in his last life? Taichi says: Lord Yato. Yatorama says: nigga arent u dead Yatorama says: omit Uchiha, Hyakkimaru opened his singular eye, hearing movement. Taichi says: Hyakki. Taichi asks: Mind explaining what happened? Uchiha, Hyakkimaru yells: !!! Kogami arrived into the prison with Ushina in tow, as he saw Yatorama. Speaking rather casually, he said, "Hello Yatorama-sama. Ushina-kun wanted to meet Hyakkimaru-kun. Now seemed like a good time, all things considered. Given I don't want the prison to be overcrowded, you have five minutes, Ushina-kun." Uchiha, Hyakkimaru feels his eye dialate in shock, but he says nothing. Kogami says: Is there any reason you are here Takezo-kun, after I already told you to leave? Yatorama says: I brought him here. Yatorama says: To guard with me for a while. Takezo scans the recently-arrived party, sparing a mere glance to Kogami's words. His eyes settle on Ushina. Taichi says: hmmm Kogami says: Hmm. What convenient timing...but if you says so, Yatorama-sama. Taichi continues looking at Hyakkimaru. "You are not going to answer me?" was all he asked. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: . . . After a long wait, teh young child was finally able to see him. For awhile, Ushina had been asking about Hyakki-Maru. After his father was presumely said to be dead, Hyakki had been taking care of him, helping him, and just simply watching over him. One of the first things the child would notice was his missing eye, along with the mutiply seals applied to his shoulders. "Hyakki...." The child said, laying a hand upon the rusted bar. "... You don't look to well.." All things considered, he didn't expect the man to look so defeated, or to even be as hurt as he was. But then again, the young Uchiha knew how strong their eyes were. "Why Hyakki? Tell me, it's not true! Tell me that you would never try and work with the rogues! Me and Zinko know you're better than that mhm! We know that you love this village just as much as we do!" (Ushina) Taichi removes his hood. In case they didnt notice, it was the same Taichi, covered in scars and a little older than the last time He was seen around. "Yes, you guys are not seeing ghosts. I am back, just Like Kogami in the past.", He said. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru confirmed the hooded mans' identity, not only vocally but visually as well. Even with one eye, he had already adapted and was seeing well. His gaze drifted from Taichi to Ushina, his smile turning into a frown. He maintained his meditative, indian-style sitting position, bringing his hands to his knees. "I'm sorry you have to .. see this, Ushina." The Uchiha inhaled deeply, wishing he could reach the bars and ruffle his younger cousin's hair once more. He gaze lifted back to Taichi. He studied him for a bit and then responded. "None of that matters .. not .. anymore. I'm happy I got to see you .. one more time, but it seems .. Kojin has called for me .. in your place." Taichi says: ... Taichi asks: What you mean with none of this matters? Taichi says: Of course it matters, Perhaps Kojin brought me back from the dead just to speak with you and make sense out of this. Taichi says: I was told you were considering joinin rogues, I doubt that is true, so I want your version. Takezo bit his lower lips at Hyakkimaru's words, the skin above his brows creasing as he shut his eyes. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: . . . Uchiha, Hyakkimaru kept glancing towards Yatorama's right shoulder, wary of his presence; hough he was comforted being amidst his kin. Was it better he die a traitor? At this rate it seemed so. "Because it .. doesn't. Evidence appeared .. it was all .. they needed." He paused, his gaze falling back to Ushina before it dipped to the ground, "It's .. all .. been decided." Taichi says: Nothing was decided. Taichi says: Again I am asking you.. Taichi asks: What is your version? Taichi says: I dont care what you told them. I want you to tell me your truth. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: . . . Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: Search .. your feelings. You .. know it. Taichi says: That isnt the Uchiha spirit, Hyakkimaru. We dont give up so easily, if you are not guilty I trust you, but I need you to say it to me. The young child quickly shook his head, not wanting to believe any of this. " No! Nothing can just be decide! We can- We can do something right?!?!" The child glanced from his father, to the Hokage, and the other man guarding the gate, and even Kogami before looking back at Hyakki. "Maybe it's all a big misunderstanding! Maybe- Maybe we don't know the full story!" The child was still naive, thinking things could be fixed with a simple conversation of understanding yet, he didn't know the shinobi world that much. Ushina's eyes slowly watered up, as it seemed like Hyakki had already given up in himself. "Just say you aren't guilty! Say there is a reason! Please.... Hyakki.." (Ushina) Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: I thought .. I could make .. a difference. Forgive me .. I was .. naive. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: There is but one path .. to salvation - death. In truth, I hope .. yet .. I know better. I pity you, but maybe .. one can .. succeed, where I have failed .. one day. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru closed his eye, recreating the half-Tiger seal with his left. Taichi says: I dont know why you are being so secretive about it, brother. Takezo 's teeth grit and he balls a fist tightly, his arm extending to slam into the wall beside him. Though, he stops it short of impact and opens his hand to eye the palm with a somber frown, and a lamenting stare. It's soon passed to Hyakkimaru behind him. Taichi says: You got a rope around your neck. Taichi says: Just speak clearly Taichi says: Make a point. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: Perhaps .. in death. Yatorama merely remains seated, with his eyes closed. He seems to be meditating peacefully, as he listens to Hyakkimaru. Taichi says: ... Taichi says: You know.. I am tired.. I am old.. Taichi says: I had to deal with Kaizic twice in a lifetime Taichi says: Thats more than anyone should. Taichi asks: So answer yes or no. Were you going to join the rogues? Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: I've said .. enough. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru keeps his eye closed and maintains the posture. Taichi says: ..... Taichi asks: Dont you see I am here to help you? Kogami says: Ushina-kun, come, I'll take you back upstairs. I promised you a visit, but, it's time to go. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru sighs again, keeping the posture of the flamekeeper. "In truth .. nothing I say matters. The sooner you .. understand .. The easier .. this will be." Taichi says: What you say matters to me. Taichi says: I lived my live trying to clear our clan's name. I know you wouldnt stain it again. Taichi says: I didnt come back from the dead to see another Uchiha be executed. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: I'd be lying .. if I said.. my thoughts haven't been .. dark. Taichi says: What matters is what you did, not what you thoght, Hyakki. Taichi says: When i was Jounin I considered leaving many times. Taichi says: When i was Genin I got in jail for even saying I would do anything, even become a rogue to clear our clan's name. Taichi says: Words aren't actions. Taichi asks: Thats why I am asking. What did you really do? Ushina Slams his hand into the rusted bars in fustration. Tears now rolled down the childs face, yelling at Hyakki. "Hyakki! How can you accept this!?!? What about Zinko? What about our clan!?! What about me! Remember, you were going to train me! You promised you'd stay around even if my parents never made it back, you promised!" The child slammed his hand against the bar again, as Kogami's words fell on deafs ears. "You're support to fight! Fight for yourself! Fight for what you believe in, show that no matter what, you know your not guilty! Please Hyakki, do something! You have too!" His hand slams against the bar a last time. "Hyakki- I've seen from your eyes, that you felt... Don't you remember?... I know there's alot going on with you but just.... Just please..." Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: . . . Taichi asks: Hokage-sama. May I have a word? Yatorama says: In a few moments. Taichi says: It is really important. Taichi says: I assure. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Yatorama whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Yatorama whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru got up and leant over in a crouch. The boy's words, they touched his soul. He was mad that Kogami had even brought him here to be quite frank. He reached out to touch the boy's face, but stopped short. He looked at his outstretched palm and it was stained crimson with a sticky, dark liquid. His eye widened and blinked and in the next moment they were clear as normal. His jaw hardened and it was then that he knew he could no longer touch the boy with his tainted hands. That had been why he'd started wearing gloves in the first place. His one, visible eye glazed over and he drew his hand back from the boy quickly tucking it behind him as he rose to his full height in the geta sandals. "Honor thy father, young Ushina." Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. It was in that moment that Hyakkimaru discovered his nindo. "After all this time, I think I understand Poku-sensei." (Uchiha, Hyakkimaru) Yatorama whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Yatorama whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Yatorama whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Yatorama whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Yatorama whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Yatorama whispers faintly. Taichi says: Hyakki. I said my piece. Taichi says: You do you. Taichi asks: Kogami, can you let me out? Kogami says: Sure. Kogami says: Ushina-kun. Let's go. Taichi whispers faintly. Yatorama whispers faintly. Taichi whispers faintly. Taichi says: Ushina, watch over Sukesa. Taichi puts his mask and hood back on while moving outside. Takezo leans his head back against the wall and stares at the ceiling, in deep contemplation. Ushina Eyes were widdened. Everything for a moment, seemed so... Unclear. Life, surrounded by so much uncertainties, questions with no answers, yet, somehow the young Uchiha felt something resloving... At this point, Ushina realized that Hyakki had already accepted his fate. He wasn't scared of what he had to say, or waiting to be pushed to such a limit, he wasn't just content with that was happening or forcing himself to come to terms.. Hyakki had seen something, something more perhaps telling him it was his time. That he'd no longer be of this world longer. Ushina's tears continued pouring down his face, as Hyakki-Maru told him to Honor thy Father But, in the end, Hyakki was able to find his nindo.. Something many shinobi search for, and very few find. "Hyakki... I'll- I'll... I will." The child wipes his tears with the back of his right hand, his left gripping tightly upon the hilt of his blade. The child looked broken, simply nodding towards Kogami. He'd place a broken tanto on the ground outside his cell. It was one he'd first used back when he started his Kenjutsu training. "I left this for my father back when I thought he was dead... I guess now I'll be leaving it for you.." He takes one last glance at Hyakki, before turning his head, and taking a deep breath. "I always will Pa." He nods again. Takezo turns his gaze down to the shattered weapon, a frown slowly finding its way upon his features. Crouching down, Takezo reaches to pick it up and hold it in hand, inspecting the weapon with a distant gaze. The Uchiha's image is reflected back towards him, but he seemingly sees past it, stuck in some kind of somber trance for a while. Takezo's head slowly turns and he looks toward Hyakkimaru with his lips deepened even further downwards. Senju, Yatorama has moved 3 Shuriken into his shinobi kit. Senju, Yujirama has moved Smoke Bomb into his shinobi kit. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru holds the meditative pose, keeping the half-tiger seal held. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru wondered if he would be set ablaze like he'd hear in psat times. Were the Senju equipped to even do so? His eye scanned the room past the bars. Nagirama fully restores their stamina and chakra reserves. Yatorama says: It is time. Yatorama says: Escort him, Takezo. Takezo sighs and heads out, watching Hyakkimaru be escorted. Takezo says: ..Right. Come, Hyakkimaru. Takezo places a hand on the Uchiha's shoulder, intent to lead him away. Takezo has pinged you. Yatorama says: The ceremony will commence shortly. Takezo leads the one-eyed Uchiha to the memorial made out of carefully-cut granite. A glance is passed to the Hokage. A coil of metallic wiring is retrieved, and wrapped firmly around Hyakkimaru to restrict the movement of his hands. (Yuji) Yuji whispers faintly. Yatorama || It's clear that many people were attending the ceremony. Civillians that stopped their duties in order to attend, those that were able, at least. He had a pyre prepared. "This is your last opportunity to speak and prove your innocence, Hyakkimaru." Hyakkimaru is soon tied, as he waits for the village to arrive. Yatorama has pinged you. The lilac scented boy shut is book closed as things began to come to a rise... Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: . . . Takezo exhales slowly through his nostrils as he watches Hyakkimaru find himself in bondage, strapped to a pre-emptively prepared pyre. Takezo's fist curls tightly and he squeezes upon it hard, looking at his kin in the eye expectantly, almost pleading. Yatorama whispers faintly. Roku whispers faintly. Yuji whispers faintly. Chouten whispers faintly. Ashino whispers faintly. Chouten whispers faintly. Jakku Frowning at Hyakkimaru Jakku would stay within the crowd and simply watch, Wordlessly. Yuji steps away from the pyre, claiming a spot at the back of the crowd. Inoue whispers faintly. Poku stepped forward, passing a glance between Hyakkimaru and Yatorama. "What's the meaning of this, boy?" Uchiha, Hyakkimaru stared out at the crowd of some faimliar and some not so familiar faces. His arms were bound together, and his body was wrapped accordingly. He stood there as spectacle for everyone to view, shamefully tied to teh pyre and ready to be sacrificed. Anyone with eyes could see that he was clearly missing his right one, but that was the least of his present worries. He kept his remaining eye scanning the crowd, but it eventually stopped upon the only man he looked towards as a sensei - Poku. He stared at his feet, unable to meet his mentor's gaze.It was almost over. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: . . . Roku whispers faintly. The spiked black haired boy. whispers faintly. Chouten sneezes into a handherchief plucked out of his armor's breastpocket. There was a cold chill that he felt earlier today. You play OST X - Haku's Suffering Uchiha, Hyakkimaru plays track: OST X - Haku's Suffering Yuji whispers faintly. Itoku looks towards the pyre, an static expression on his face as he stares at his elder cousin. Though on the surface the Uchiha remained stoic, internally wild rollercoaster of emotions ran through his mind. Anger. Shame. Guilt. Sadness. The Uchiha looked up towards Hyakkimaru as almost like an older brother. Seeing him in such a dilapidated and shameful position pained his heart. Though now all he could do was watch with a sorrowful silence. Waiting for the end. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru held back his tears. Of all those present, would his aging sensei - one on his last legs - be the only one to intefere and stand against this atrocity? Yatorama 's gaze focuses on Poku, in a stern manner. "He's a traitor, Poku. Acting against the interests of the village, and for the benefit of Uchiha, Jett-Caelum." The sable-haired boy whispers faintly. Kogami walked over towards his cousin and his mentors son for a brief moment, as he whispered to him. Few would be able to read the Uchiha Elder's emotions, and even fewer amongst the living. He then walked to the side of the area near the mountain cliffside. Kogami whispers: I'll be with you and your father soon. Tell him, I'm sorry. Itoku whispers faintly. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru yells: ?! Itoku whispers faintly. The sable-haired boy whispers faintly. The spiked black haired boy. wanted to move, however he had no say as he griped his fist in anger. Itoku whispers faintly. Itoku whispers faintly. The sable-haired boy whispers faintly. Poku shook his head slowly, clicking his tongue. "Tch... Yatorama, I read what was in that scroll. Taking the boy's eye was punishment enough... There's no need to make an example of him," the old man looks behind him, "Because if you do, the others will soon follow. It is not wrong for an Uchiha to want strength, as long as it's for the right reasons." The veteran shuffles closer to Hyakkimaru. "He's only just become a Chuunin after nearly a decade of serving the village," the old man examines Hyakkimaru for a moment, "Why won't you speak, boy? Is what Yatorama says about you true? Defend yourself!" Sayuri looked around the gathered crowd before she dropped her eyes. Pulling her hands inside her sleeves she wrapped her arms around herself, as she forces her feet to stay still. Shivering she swallowed the growing lump in her throat and snuck a look at Itoku. Before returning her gaze somewhere on the ground near the light post. Sayuri whispers faintly. Itoku whispers faintly. Itoku whispers faintly. Sayuri whispers faintly. Chouten stands with Imur, the member of his Princess' clan. He wonders what she thought of this event. Takezo 's arms find themselves crossed infront of his chest, and his steeled expression wanders to Hyakkimaru yet again. A weak nod gestures him, it heeds him to speak, for it was now or never. Fingers clutch tightly upon one of his biceps. The air's still and heavy, a foreboding gust swoops across the ceremonial pyre. Roku watched with his eyes still and set on Hyakkimaru, one of his sensei, with his ears taking in everyone that anyone in the area uttered aloud. He then formed both of his hands into fists. It was clear that he was angry but it was not clear what the source of his anger was. The anger that his body portrayed was not on his face however. His face remained nearly blank with his eyes alone showing concern that he failed to restrain. The lilac scented boy sat silently, being far too new to the villages politics and familiarity to speak. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru inhales, his nostrils flaring out. He releases a sigh and hangs his head in shame. He was unable to face a man he'd admired so. "It doesn't matter what I say .. Poku-sama .. The fear .. It's too strong. Forgive me .. I was foolish to think .. I .. could make a change." You play OST 2 - Ochihabune Uchiha, Hyakkimaru plays track: OST 2 - Ochihabune Yuji rests a hand upon the hilt of his odachi, watching in silence. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru whispers: I'm sorry sir .. Truth doesn't matter .. not anymore. I was too .. naive. Poku yells: You speak as if you're guilty, Hyakkimaru... Tell me right now! Roku was now displaying anger as he watched Hyakkimaru. And now his anger clearly directed as his sensei after having heard them forfeit their only chance to plead their case, and in turn, likely forfeiting their life. Jakku Taking in a deep breath Jakku would breathe in and then back out, Steadying himself to a certain level before stepping forward, Holding up his notebook Jakku would write his request. -I know not the sheer gravity of hyakkimaru's actions, Nor do I know what action would earn anyone a fate such as being burnt alive like this. The sheer idea to me is unforgivable. However if punishment needs to be made, and if blood needs to be spilled. I would request to take my friends place. It was I who failed him, If he made a bad choice this was due to my own failure in friendship, I should of been there to steer him back onto the right path.- Pausing a moment Jakku would then write in after that -Lord Hokage, I beg of you, If a life needs to be taken today, Take mine instead. I will be the one to die in his place.- Uchiha, Itoku plays track: OST 1 - Grief and Sorrow The Senju's head tilts, observing the ceremony from afar, "You sound surprised of the Uchiha's actions, Poku." he'd say, shaking his head, "It's in their nature." (Senju, Yororama) Yatorama merely casts a glance at Hyakkimaru, with a sour expression. When at the memorial, his expression was one of joy, even when promoting the Uchiha. He had celebrated with them - He was a man that simply cared about the prosperity of the village hidden in the leaves, nothing more. This was not something he enjoyed doing, and it shows in his expression. "We are not gathered here to celebrate, my comrades." He begins, letting the atmosphere tense by taking a pause after that singular statement, as Azure eyes pan towards everyone there. They focus on Poku for quite some time. "He has already been informed that this is his last opportunity to prove his innocence, as I do not wish to execute an innocent man." He admits, before his gaze focuses upon Jakku. A shake of his head is taken. "Jakku, you have been a stellar ninja. A model of perseverence, who is willing to trade his life for someone else. Your compassion is misplaced, as Hyakkimaru is unwilling to defend his actions, for he knows of his guilt and does not wish to expose his rogue comrades. Step back into the line." He commands, before turning. "We have been investigating Hyakkimaru Uchiha, for some time. When asked about his activities, he once told us that the Uchiha rogues had saved him from Aoki. Mysterious outings, sightings of our information network of him colluding with rogues were delivered, but I chose to gave him the benefit of the doubt, many times in the past." A scroll is retrieved from his clothing, and he proceeds to read an excerpt from it. "Dear Kirai, Sorry to say, but .. The village higher-ups are onto me.I had to tell them you guys saved me from the rogue Aoki and I was in your debt. I won't be able to come visit, but I will try to get others to leave the village and join you guys. Don't tell anyone, but .. I'm kind of happy I'm going to stay for a little. I can hangout with this really nice girl and show our clan's strength in the upcoming Chuunin exams..." Itoku doesn't even flinch at the Senju's comment. At this point in the Uchiha's life he had come to accept the cursed blood that coursed through his veins. The sorrow in his heart cleared and all he felt now was a deep hatred of the traitor. He had failed by looking up to Hyakkimaru, looking up to him as an older brother was a mistake. This feeling was only bolstered as the Hokage reads the incriminating evidence. Itoku's fists ball up and he grits his teeth before blurting out a single word. Unable to hold it in any longer. "Traitor!" Yatorama says: This was obtained by the Kyuudaime. It was originally retrieved from the corpse of one Uchiha, Kirai. Hyakkimaru's own words have landed him in this predicament. Sayuri Couldn't help but lift her eyes at Yororama's words, her hands and arms already wrapped around her tightly now gripped the sides of her jacket as her lips went dry. Eyes fell back to the ground and she blinked a few times, clearing the tears that pricked at the corners. She inhaled deeply and waited thinking about the nature of her clan, herself. Her gaze darted from side to side, the only people in the world that she knew she could count on, and her fear of anyone outside grew. She had always been right, they needed to guard themselves, or everything they wanted to prove would be lost. They were not like this traitor. The sable-haired boy stares at their cousin, propped up like a prize pig awaiting its execution. He sighs through his nose, conflicted, unsure of whether to be dissapointed more by their cousin's actions or by the fact that they were so clearly guilty that blind justice could see it. "Stupid, " is the word that comes first to mind. "So stupid." The child in a bug costume had no idea what was going on, but she'd fall in line with the rest. Ushina Sat under the lamp post, glancing towards Hyakki-Maru quickly, then proceeding to look back towards the ground. The child had no words to say on this. He simply listens. His eyes weren't ready to see what would happen. The sable-haired boy whispers faintly. Inuzuka, Yasei finds his jaw dropping, his mouth left agape as he heard the extract read out. Part of him had been clinging onto the hope that perhaps it could be explained away as some sort of misunderstanding, some sort of mistake, but as the accused's own written words are heard, he's left with no doubt. Hyakkimaru had seemed so nice, so trustworthy, he'd truly thought that he was one of the good ones in the village, having very much fallen for his act. He shakes his head in bisbelief, letting out a defeated sigh. The sable-haired boy whispers faintly. Takezo had been all-too well informed regarding all of this, and it showed when his reaction was next to none. A shake of his head with his eyes firmly shit, teeth grit and expression contorted to one of reluctant belief. Composing himself to the best of his ability, he brought his gaze up once more, this time before the trio before him. Yuji whispers faintly. The sable-haired boy shakes his head. Jun took in what had been said throughout the situation, surprised to say the least that Hyakkimaru had been involved with criminals. His execution was something that he did not want to happen deep down, considering that even in the end he was still viewed as family by him. The actions, however, were rather stupid for him to do. His head shaken briefly, disappointment in his eyes. All it took was one of their own to bring down the reputation of the entire family. The sable-haired boy whispers faintly. Jakku The hokages words felt like a bullet to Jakku's soul, While it was true that Hyakkimaru did not defend himself he just felt deep down that this wasn't right, there was no way that his young quiet, mild mannered uchiha friend was plotting to turn against his village and his people... Right? That is the thought he carried with him as his head sunk down and he was ordered to fall back in line, Lumbering back into place Jakku had a rather dark look on his face, barely able to look at his friend at this point as he listened to the Hokages words. That's about when the letter was read, It was.. Intense, Evidence that really made it hard to stay on his side and yet still it just seemed wrong, all of this seemed wrong. Did Hyakkimaru truly betray his village in such a way? Was their life truly about to end? Why? That was the biggest question in Jakku's mind at this point... Why would he do this? Any of this? Jakku was a man who endured quite a lot of pain, most of it physical- But in this case he was feeling an ever deeper pain, one worse then having bones removed or a tongue cut out- An emotional pain like no other. His heart sank and his soul slowly was being crushed as each second passed during this horrible event. Sayuri whispers faintly. Poku casted a glare upon Hyakkimaru. The blatant, traitorous intent that had been read off the scroll had reminded him of something. "You fool... I had already been speaking to Kirai long before you. I visited Jett Caelum's camp many times when I was looking for my son... That boy Kirai was brainwashed by Jett Caelum and had a blind loyalty to him." The old man raised a clenched fist. "Do you know that none of his followers knew he murdered his own sister for strength? Did you know that he did, Hyakkimaru? And he was planning to murder his own followers to attain even greater heights?!" the old man scoffs, having recollected the many times he explained to Jett Caelum's followers that they followed a false prophet. A liar, manipular, and an instigator of lies. "Tell me, Hyakkimaru! Do you think that they wanted you to join them so that you could be free, or so they could sacrifice you for a chance of unlocking those forbidden eyes?! You know the truth!" The old man lowered his hands, putting them behind his back. His gaze had grown dim. "Even my son Hansuke, who was brainwashed by Tsukichi, was murdered so that Jett Caelum's group could flourish.. They would've done the same to you." Inoue hadn't even realised the fact the innard of her lip bled slightly as she held her tongue from speaking out whilst things came to light. Until that somewhat metallic taste met the tip of her tongue - a signal to relent on the pressure she unknowingly exerted. Her gaze drifts from the reading Hokage to the bound Uchiha, wishing there was something more he had to say for himself. Poku had already tried to call him to action - to defend himself. But he wasn't doing that, he'd already seemed to give up. Wordlessly, she remained staring at Hyakkimaru. Her countenance didn't seem to even know what expression to convey, resulting in one of confusion. Disbelief, even now, still. Nagarama appears, making his way betwixt his kin and squad-mate. He pondered on what this "ceremony" was for in the first place. The spiked black haired boy. still grip his hands, as he really did not say a thing but was confused. This really was it. Sora wanted Hyakkimaru to see him become a chunin and grow up. However time is cruel , such as fate. Roku released his fists from their balled forms to allow his hands to relax. After hearing the letter being read, he understood why Hyakkimaru did not want to bother with saying anything to defend himself. There was nothing that COULD be said. However, what was said by the athletic, blue-haired man was hardly something that he allowed to go unnoticed. The comment amplified his anger and redirected a portion of it as well. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru listened to the words intently as they were read off of the page. He raised a brow. Surely there was more? His head lifted a bit, but it was still hanging just a bit. His eyes weren't visible to those directly in front of him, but his lips were as they curled into a thin smile. He savored each word read aloud, his mind brought to a different space in time back when he was a naive child enamored by the opposite ***. He thought of his childhood crushes and being left out of the exams due to his former sensei's orders. He remembered said sensei, before he was killed as well as his elder squadmate Issho who had led him through many a delivery. Poku's mention of the Mangekyou Sharingan snapped him from his nostalgic journey into the past. His smile quickly turned to a frown. That's right, the knowledge he'd obtained. Perhaps the others would find his journal, post death - then everyone would learn the truth. The secrets hidden at the Naka shrine, the method to unlock the Kaleidoscope Eye and its rumored ability to control Bijuu, and ofcourse his innocence. His jaw steeled and he lifted his head more. He scanned the crowd in the background of his sensei. He remembered wandering the streets as a child, only few here would remember him from back then but those that did may find the holes in the letter. "I know, sensei .. I know." His eye opened, but he looked overall disinterested as he stared at the ground near Poku's feet. The smile returned for the briefest of seconds as he thought about how far he'd come since way back when - a lost boy waiting aimlessly at the village's gates to a man, a shinobi to be respected. He understood now that Nagirama was wrong, true peace could never be reached and the fighting would never cease. "It's alright .. This .. was written. I've never betrayed ... anyone .. I won't .. start now." Hyakkimaru's voice exits as a dull rasp while he thinks of the irony of a Senju essentially sacrificing an Uchiha on a pyre when the prophecy called for the opposite. You play OST 2 - Maisou Uchiha, Hyakkimaru plays track: OST 2 - Maisou Itoku returms to his stern silence, watching in an anticipation. Wondering if the elder Uchiha would be spared or was his fate sealed? His eyes now locked on Yatorama, awaiting his next actions. A chilled wind blew across the ceremony grounds, though odd for the time of year, it was as if even the wind knew of what was to come, anticipating the heat from the execution pyres as in he days of old. She narrowed her eyes at the ground, her teeth clenched. Never betrayed anyone? Did he not see that every word he'd written was a betrayal, to himself, to his clan, to them and his village. She let her hands fall from where there were wrapped around her, fists still clenched. Selfish. (Sayuri) Nagarama realized what this gathering was all about. He is immediately saddened by this scenario and he truly believes it can go one of two ways - his Uchiha brethren is spared and is declared innocent or is sentenced to death.. Suddenly, memories from the past swiftly emerge within his mind - one specific one in particular. This memory consists of Hyakki-marru gifting Nagarama the very odachi that has aided him in battles, spars, and anything relating to combat. They have grown a strong friendship and even seemingly shared a goal to achieve piece or stop the hatred of the Uchiha clan internally and abroad. It seems that dream has sailed, or rather, this is the picture that is being painted. The Senju shifts through the crowd to set himself up accordingly. He knew this Uchiha, specifically stood for something noble - morality and code. So how did it come to this? "I said I was going to speak with my father but I never got the chance to. Hyakki-maru, you are a dear friend of mine and when I heard this news.. I was perplexed and saddened. I would like to say you are not capable of doing such a thing - frolicking with rogue shinobi while being a wielder of the Konohagakure insignia.. - but.. the odds aren't in your favor. Nonetheless, I would like to give you the benefit of the doubt. However, the evidence is really stacked right now. Now would be the time to speak up even more if you haven't said your piece already.." Yatorama 's head tilts faintly. "So you contest nothing..?" He seems to pause briefly, as his gaze remains focused on the letter. Though, a particular thing catches him by surprise. 'This was written.' "I see. If your true loyalty always lay with Jett-Caelum, I suppose you were no traitor, in truth." He admits, before briefly glancing at Nagarama. A hand rises, to signal Takezo. An open palm, as he prepares to make a gesture. "This truly is your last opportunity. Speak." His hand begins to move, until it eventually takes the shape of a thumbs down, signalling for Takezo to carry out Kogami's execution if Hyakkimaru does not speak. Kogami says: ... Yatorama to carry out Hyakkimaru's execution "Think of your brother, Hyakkimaru... Or should we consider him a traitor as well?" (Poku) The miniature, pearly-eyed boy looks between the gathered faces while moving to fall into line. His gaze stretches down to the opposite end before returning forward. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru locked his jaw as the Hokage spoke. He'd lost the ability to communicate with the man since he'd snatched his eye. He turned towards him, to face him for the first time. He'd already told him he wasn't a traitor in the jail, but the picture he was painting was becoming more and more grotesque. Atticus He blinked a couple of times and then turned to Poku. Would they dare? Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: He did .. nothing. Kogami stirred from the sidelines, his eyes flashing into a vivid crimson as his Sharingan came into life. Kogami knew what Poku meant, but there would be no suggestion of further Uchiha betrayal. It was not something to take lightly, and Kogami did not want it used as ammunition against any other Uchiha clan members. He waited for the situation to progress, but would speak if neccessary. He clenched his jaw, audibly. Takezo slowly gulps the lump stuck in his throat, a metaphoric one that ached exceptionally so. Just as his hands near his chest to formulate the tiger seal, Hyakkimaru's mouth pries open and words leave it. With a steeled expression, one performed reluctantly so, he looks to the Hokage, his eyes almost-pleading. The execution by Kojin is temporarily halted. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: Leave him ..out. The spiked black haired boy. whispers faintly. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru glanced into the crowd, noticing several missing faces - one in particular. You play OST X - Man of the World Uchiha, Hyakkimaru plays track: OST X - Man of the World Yatorama asks: Then, cooperate. Speak. What was the extent of your treachery? Who were you in contact with, and who were your accomplices? Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: ... Uchiha, Hyakkimaru whispers: Step ..down. Yatorama whispers: What was that? Uchiha, Hyakkimaru snarled, his upperlip twisting off as he seethed through clenched teeth. "Step down .. as Hokage." The spiked black haired boy. asks: ....ayo? Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. The spiked black haired boy. whispers faintly. The sable-haired boy 's eyes go wide at his cousin's demand. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. Yatorama frowns. "Is that all you have to say in your defense?" Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. Poku says: Why do you protect them, Hyakkimaru? made a face as her eyes lifted at the snarl. She shook her head, disgust starting to add into her disappointment. (Sayuri) Takezo bites upon his lower lip, knowing his kin's fate to be sealed with such uttered words. The spiked black haired boy. whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. The spiked black haired boy. whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru whispers: You killed .. my mother.. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru lowered his head with the words and then lifted it as they left his mouth, almost daring the Hokage to deny such an accusation. Nagarama recalls a moment in time in which he had similar sentiments and understood how the Uchiha felt. Yatorama was there when Naga called out the wicked ways of the daimyo and how they treated those who bare the eyes of "hatred". A certain trio of Uchiha were afraid to speak back then -- have they changed since then? Nonetheless this seemed like the wrong time to say such a remark to the standing kage. Hyakki-maru truly has guts. Yatorama says: I did, Hyakkimaru. She was a traitor. Traitors must die, whether they are your family, or my own. Yatorama gives Takezo a thumb down. The signal had been given, and his expression steels. Chouten says: Rest in peace Matusrama Inuzuka, Yasei whispers faintly. Chouten whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. The miniature, pearly-eyed boy 's eyes drift up toward the teen next to him, and he lifts a hand to tap at his shoulder. Next, a set of hushed words follow. Ushina says: Zinko... The miniature, pearly-eyed boy whispers faintly. Inuzuka, Yasei whispers faintly. The lilac scented boy whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. The miniature, pearly-eyed boy whispers faintly. The spiked black haired boy. whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. The sable-haired boy whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. The sable-haired boy whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. Chouten whispers faintly. Inuzuka, Yasei whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. Sayuri whispers faintly. Inuzuka, Yasei says: Calm down Kiri.... The hokage isn't lying, they're not trying to "Blind" us.... The spiked black haired boy. whispers faintly. The miniature, pearly-eyed boy drew in a sudden gasp. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: Your fear .. It clouds your judgement. An Uchiha should lead. The spiked black haired boy. whispers faintly. The miniature, pearly-eyed boy whispers faintly. Ushina whispers faintly. Ushina whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. Sayuri whispers faintly. Ushina whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. Yatorama asks: Uchiha, Jett-Caelum? Ushina whispers faintly. Zinko, Kiri whispers faintly. Yuji glances over at the blue-eyed woman. Ushina whispers faintly. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru felt his mind go to Hajime. Chouten says: No.. we need a new clan to lead. Aki pop for Hokage! Choudai's the best! He can lead the rest! Takezo closes his eyes for a brief moment, preparing himself mentally for what's to come. A slaying of his own kin, a person who he had grown to consider precious and close to the fullest. Not one to make many friends, it ailed the younger Uchiha's heart to put an end to perhaps the closest person in his life. Still, it had been set in stone. The Sharingan, fueled by raw emotion flourishes, red eyes opening to somberly view his kin strapped to the pyre, "..I'm sorry, my friend. I will... honor you." he whispers. The umber-haired Jonin's hands fall down to his chest, and he slowly goes through the seals neccessary for their clan's passing rite, and in passing it would be the final thing witnessed by Hyakkimaru. Turning to face him, Takezo's cheeks puff up full of hot air, one moulded into flames that barrel past his lips in the form of an intense flamethrower. Its hot enough to make faces glisten with sweat in a matter of seconds. In an instant, the pyre and his friend are consumed, causing him to be incinerated alive - bones and heated weapons the only thing left. Such were the flames of Kojin, and with this ceremonial killing of ages long past, Kojin claimed all. Takezo has activated a technique: Katon: Goukakyuu! Zinko, Kiri blue eyes widen as tears would form in her eyes. As she covered her mouth from screaming. Yatorama says: Let us pray. Yatorama merely lowers his head, in prayer, as the execution takes place. "Let Kojin cleanse his treacherous soul." Yuji offered nothing more than a shake of his head, careful in veiling his thoughts behind a calm exterior as he watched his former comrade burn alive with unwavering eyes. It had struck a cord in him, having started to view Hyakkimaru as a friend at one point - but he was ultimately left to ponder if this was a fate that would inevitably befall all Uchiha. The spiked black haired boy. says: ..... Ushina wanted to turn away from the horrid sight, but his eyes just kept watching. It watched as the fireball, consumes his sensei. No words could express the feelings Ushina had towards this. Chouten munches on barbeque chips while claiming his clan head should be the Hokage. Jakku Closed his eyes tight and stayed with his head turned facing down, this was just a sight too horrific for Jakku, Something he wasn't mentally or emotionally prepared for. The miniature, pearly-eyed boy 's face twisted to display the horror he'd felt from hearing the low words spoken to him. There was a bigger picture that had been referenced, but could he wrap his own mind around such a concept? He didn't have the time to think on it. Suddenly, flames explode into view, shining his way in an intense display of color and heat. His hands are brought up to cover his mouth, suppressing what could have almost been a shout. Water begins to collect, blurring the young student's sight. The lilac scented boy folded his hands behind him, watching curiously. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru shook his head at the Senju's final, passing sentiment to him. Poku's words didn't fall on deaf ears, but he couldn't offer him a response. His mind thought over many different things, his parents, his brother, his childhood, his growth as a shinobi and man, and the knowledge he had been able to pass on while helping to cultivate the next generation. His single eye passed over each face in the crowd and he squeezed it shut as Takezo's loyalty was proved unquestionable. Yatorama's fear of the Uchiha was made readily apparent as Chakra swelled into his eye. His Sharingan glowing once more behind his eyelid before it eternally lost its light and he was consumed by the scalding hot flames of the Uchiha birthright. He twisted, writhing in pain as his skin peeled back and melted under the oppression of the fire, yet he didn't cry out. To most he had first been introduced as a mute and he would die so. Amongst the scorching blaze his headband fell from his possession, a line etched through the center of the Konoha insignia. Video footage at the jail would catch him committing such an act after he'd lost his right eye. Hyakkimaru died on this day in Rokugatsu, but perhaps one day he would be born anew with a reinvigorated spirit. The Collective had truly failed him. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru has been knocked out. Takezo whispers: (want me to press kill or wait for other rps? You have abandoned your village and become a missing-nin. Your details have been entered into the bingo book. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru whispers: (Up to you) Jun watches in silence, there were no words spoken. He remains silent and had taken in Hyakkimaru's words - confused and wondering where it was that his allegiance had been? A couple of questions that were left unanswered, clutching his shirt for a moment as if to try to hold back the urge to vomit at the sight. The pain had been there, without a doubt. His eyes were closed unable to find himself staring at the sight. "Hyakki.. Rest peacefully." Yatorama whispers: [I'm sry. U know it's all love. I respek u. Takezo whispers: (going to wait You play OST 1 - Grief and Sorrow Uchiha, Hyakkimaru plays track: OST 1 - Grief and Sorrow Uchiha, Hyakkimaru whispers: (nah do it) The lilac scented boy whispers faintly. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru whispers: (hit kill) Takezo whispers: (sayonara my friend... Uchiha, Hyakkimaru was just killed by Takezo! You have died. Your soul winds through the nether, unraveled by time. It is now that you must choose. Rebirth or last here for eternity. The Death God decides your fate. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru regains consciousness Uchiha, Hyakkimaru whispers: Kirai? The last mod says: Guardian Angel Kirai says: myhero The last mod says: Seems your soul is not yet meant for this world child Kirai says: can i get tomoe 3 too The last mod says: wdym The last mod says: Do you not already have Kirai says: i got tome 2 The last mod says: Apply an injury The last mod says: That you're missing your right eye The last mod says: or actually ill do it The last mod applies a Permanent Injury to Uchiha, Kirai: This shinobi is missing their right eye. Kirai says: can i get my stuff bac 2 The last mod says: Stuff is lost unfortuantely The last mod says: But I can give you some ryo for clothes so youre not ***** out there The last mod hands Kirai a stack of Ryo (1000). Kirai says: wtf.. Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: wait so i was killed off a letter that was found on his body.. The last mod asks: Really? Kirai says: were u rly wow The last mod says: I would report that Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: Yeah i was labeled a traitor and accused of treason cus i sent u that letter wen i was 9 Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: And they found it on your body Uchiha, Hyakkimaru says: Somehow nagirama got it The last mod picks up [Sharingan III] [Uchiha, Kirai] [Right Eye] [7/3/21]. The last mod says: who would u like to be teleported to Kirai says: can i stay until i report this inventory thing Kirai says: cuz its kinda silly i got no weapons Kirai says: ikyk