APPLICATION: Naruto - Hyuuga Neji

Nov 07, 2010 10:16

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PLAYER INFO
NAME: Youko
LOCATION/TIME ZONE: Eastern US coast (GMT-5)
CURRENT CHARACTERS, if any: N/A

CHARACTER INFO
CHARACTER NAME: Hyuuga Neji
SERIES: Naruto
RESERVED: Yes
WISHLIST: No

PERSONALITY:

Upon first impression, Neji can easily be pegged as self-confident, arrogant, and highly critical. A proud creature with a fondness for maintaining appearance, he's not particularly friendly and the type to be more prone to stand off to the side and observe everyone else rather than possessing any inclination to jump into anything himself. As a result, he seems distant and uncaring of those around him, and he doesn't tend to bother correcting this assumption.

A creature of habit, he's quiet and very set in his ways. With an innate insight into people through their actions more than their words, he tends to use them as cues in order to decide how to react to a situation. In this, there's a dose of social awkwardness even in his usually well-mannered behaviour.

On the field, he takes to his assignments with a painful level of single-minded determination. Practical and objective-oriented, personal qualms are left behind in favor of professionalism and he doesn't tolerate needless distractions- preferring instead to focus on the mission at hand. Possessing a realistic point of view, he closes himself off to avoid taking on additional tasks for the sake of simple morality unless it's in direct correlation to what was outlined in the mission details themselves or becomes otherwise unavoidable. It's this rationality and sense of duty coupled with his reliable capability that often earns him the title of squad leader.

On his own, Neji takes to meditation to keep a clear mind and promote a sense of calm through otherwise complex emotions. He has somewhat of a fatalism complex, bitterly believing his fate was literally sealed from birth, destined only to serve the superior members of his clan until recently. It's given him some hope to see others fighting against their fate however, finally proving his view that people couldn't change false. In place of the previous bitter anger, he hopes to see them succeed and will silently support them until that end.

TIMELINE: Mid-chapter 198, after he loses consciousness after the conflict with Kidoumaru.

BACKGROUND:

Born to Hyuuga Hizashi- the younger twin of Hyuuga Hiashi; Neji’s uncle and Hyuuga’s clan leader- Neji was born into the branch family of Hyuuga. Like most children born to shinobi families, he started training from a very young age and showed a lot of promise even then. At four, the traditional seal- a symbol of a caged bird- was engraved onto his forehead. Unofficially, he was made protector to Hyuuga Hiashi’s daughter- his cousin and biological sister, Hinata.

After a war that lasted for years against Konoha, Lightning Country finally signed a peace treaty that ended it. That day was also Hinata’s third birthday. After the celebrations to commemorate the day passed, a Kumo-nin attempted to kidnap the young Hyuuga heiress. Hiashi caught up to the intruder however and killed him, taking back his sleeping daughter.

The next day, outrage broke across the village- the kidnapping attempt was denied, and Lightning Country accused Konoha of readily breaking the treaty by killing one of their commanding officers. In recompense, they demanded the body of the murderer. It was a confirmed suspicion that the country was after the eyes of the Hyuuga clan, and the treaty had been a show to get inside the village.

It could not be proven, however, and so to avoid a repeat of the war and giving the Country what they wanted, Neji’s father died in Hiashi’s place. The Cursed Seal upon Hizashi’s forehead faded after death, effectively sealing the Byakugan and, being twin to Hiashi, provided the perfect double.

Learning this, Neji developed a hatred toward the Head Family of Hyuuga; believing they forced Hizashi to sacrifice himself in place of his brother because he was born a minute later, and thus, in the branch family of Hyuuga. He also started believing that, because of the circumstances under which both his father and himself were born, life was predetermined at birth by Fate.

He graduated the Academy at 12 as the ‘number one rookie’ of the year, and was placed on a team under Maito Gai along with Rock Lee and Tenten. Lee graduated as a ‘loser’ in Neji’s eyes because, through a genetic fault, Lee could not mold chakra (ki/energy) and utilize basic, vital techniques needed for a shinobi’s survival. The disability prevented him from being able to perform any sort of Genjutsu (illusions) or Ninjutsu (ninja arts), and so he dedicated his life and training to Taijutsu (hand-to-hand combat).

Neji and Lee did not get along. They both had extremely different world views, and Lee’s lack of talent made him the source of ridicule. Lee wouldn’t back down however, and insisted a loser could defeat a genius with hard work. Neji called him on it and Lee fell against him each time. Lee didn’t give up, as expected, and stuck close to his philosophy while Neji held onto his; believing in it more each time Lee failed to beat him.

Team Gai was held back for a year- with Gai believing his students were not ready for the Chuunin Exams so soon after their graduation as Genin. They spent that year training and working together, building their strength and teamwork. Another generation graduated, and Team Gai entered the Chuunin exams that time along with the new ‘rookie nine’.

They had high expectations for themselves- all quite sure and confident in their abilities- and passed the first and second part of the exam easily with Neji leading them. At the end of the second exam however, too many participants were left for the third test, and preliminary one-on-one matches were held to reduce the number of individuals that would participate in the third exam.

Neji fought his cousin, Hinata- former heir of Hyuuga- and won. During the ill-fated match, Neji sought to lower the timid girl’s self-confidence, and spoke derisive words while offering her the chance to back out before their fight began. After an interjection from Naruto, Hinata refused vehemently, and they fought- both wielding the same techniques. He nearly killed her by hitting her chest with a well-placed attack.

Spurned by one comment from his insightful cousin, and driven into a deep rage, he flew at her, intent on finishing it. He was stopped by a group of interfering Jounin however, and Hinata was immediately taken from the arena for emergency treatment. Naruto swore vengeance on him, and got his chance when they paired up for the first match in the final exam.

A month later, the two faced off in the third and last part of the Chuunin Exams. Throughout most of the fight, Neji had the upper hand-he was a genius, and Naruto, a dropout. Neji preached endlessly about the fight’s determined ending according to that logic, and instead of being disheartened by the words, Naruto grew increasingly aggravated, shooting back with his own words. They were words and promises that sent the Hyuuga reeling- the logic defying everything he believed in. Naruto summoned an unknown power even after losing the usage of most of the tenketsu (pressure points) in his body, and won through a sudden bout of cleverness.

Neji was taken by a medical team, but upon further inspection, suffered nothing more than chakra depletion and a few bruises. His uncle visited him and shooed away the medics that had been watching over him. Neji was distant, formal, and a little snide, but Hiashi made him listen to what he had to say. Having heard his nephew’s preconceived theory during the fight, he told Neji the truth behind his father’s death- that he had willingly given his life to save his brother and son, and acted out of love and not duty. Accepting this, and doubled with Naruto’s words, Neji began to change.

It was slow, and not immediately noticeable, but he started acting a little nicer to Lee who had just undergone major surgery, and was kinder and gentler with Hinata- trying to atone for his past actions. He has not visibly apologized to either of them, however.

Shortly after the invasion ended and a new Hokage was established, Sasuke left the village, and Neji was recruited by Shikamaru and his team to chase after Sasuke and bring him back. He said a few encouragements to Lee- who was still recovering- and pursued the missing-nin on a desperate quest while chasing Konoha’s ideals.

He was the second to branch off from the team, and stayed behind to fight another Sound opponent that had intended on halting their team’s progress. In it, he was severely disadvantaged, and, as an odd twist, was on the receiving end of his own derogatory words. Following the example of those before him that faced up to his own cruelty, Neji didn’t give up, and prevailed in one last final attack after suffering two holes through his chest. Kidoumaru died, and Neji fell unconscious. He was in a critical state when medics found him later, but he survived with a healing from Shizune and other trained medics, escaping death.

ABILITIES:

Byakugan- White Eyes: Hyuuga’s Bloodline Limit

It’s a special type of Doujutsu- eye technique- that allows the user to see for long-distances and in a wide range of vision covering nearly 360 degrees. The Byakugan views the world through a colorless spectrum- eliminating any color confusion or distractions, and can also see through most any substance- including people. When used in combat, the eyes enable the wielder to see the individual chakra systems and monitor the flow of energy in shinobi and other beings. This special vision sparked the creation of Hyuuga’s Fighting Style: Jyuuken.

Jyuuken- Gentle Fist: Fighting Style

This fighting style is a special type of Taijutsu primarily used by Hyuuga while the Byakugan is active. With the enhanced vision, the user can see the main chakra system in any being, and more advanced eyesight can locate individual tenketsu- pressure points- that regulate the flow of chakra throughout a person’s body.

With Jyuuken, the user pools chakra into their hands and fingers to strike at and close those points with the user’s own chakra. Hit accurately, the pressure points close and can, in theory, prevent an opponent from utilizing any techniques. If all 361 points are hit, and the flow of chakra is completely stopped, the individual will die. In vital areas where chakra threads weave around major organs, this style of fighting can cause lasting internal damage even with a seemingly harmless attack.

Hakke Rokujyuu Yonshou- Divine 64 Palms: Offensive, short-range

A unique form of Jyuuken, this combination attack has a total of one hundred and twenty six strikes. The goal of this attack is to close the main 126 tenketsu in an opponent’s body to render any attacks useless. The technique starts with two strikes, then four more, eight more, and steadily doubles up to a sixty-four strike combination finish. Successfully, this technique can even fully paralyze an opponent.

Hakkeshou Kaiten- Heavenly Spin: Defensive

Exuding a large amount of chakra from every tenketsu in the body, the user creates a sort of invisible, but penetrable chakra barrier. The user then spins their body like a top to effectively stop and parry enemy attacks. This technique can only be utilized by those with advanced knowledge and control over their tenketsu. A variation of this technique lies in condensing chakra at a certain point as an attack enters this field to stop the impact if there isn’t time to rotate.

GAME INFO
EDENSPHERE NAME: Sighted
BIRTHDAY LOG:(Yes ;D)

DREAM:

Trees swept by his peripheral, sandals pushing the underlying earth away as he moved through a desolate forest. Golden kunai fell from his hands, breaking the grim silence with metallic clatter and pained breaths as oppressive shadows reigned overhead in a darkness even his eyes couldn’t pierce.

The strength of bark supported his wounded back for a brief period of rest, hand curled tightly over his shoulder with teeth clenched against pain.

The weak character in an easy game has the fate of dying first.

A brief, fleeting uncertainty, then a word sounded with an unwavering will, resonating like the strong sound of a hammer striking against iron with the same sharp clarity and determination.

No.

A few wayward strands of matted hair clung to the bark of the tree as he tore away.

Obscured from his vision, the undeniable presence of something dangerous forced him to leap from his path and take refuge against another tree in a desperate bid to save himself.
A flash of pain in torn skin, the warm feeling of blood sliding down his cheek, metal glinted with a silver sheen before falling to the earth. He fell with it, feeling his body give out beneath him, adrenaline running high with a mixed sense of exhaustion and relief- only for his knees hit a hard wooden floor instead of dirt, the forest shattering into a long, barren hallway.

Cut up and bruised fingers were clean, palms braced against polished stone and walls made of seamless glass stretched outward, connecting a number of rooms much like a very large single floor house. Sunlight filtered through the slotted bars of the ceiling, reaching out to him from above while white eyes reflected against transparent windows.

Others with the same eyes and carved ink on their foreheads moved with a silent sense of purpose in a picture of lifelessness. He reached out to call to them, hands coming into contact with only solid barriers before he realized there was no escape.

Horrified realization and tempered rage flared only to be suppressed by the sudden onset of claustrophobia that swamped his senses with an overwhelming pressure in his chest, and an accompanying silence that made him wish he had the breath to scream just to break it.

Torn feathers fell through the bars, steadily piling on the floor in a blanket of red and white and in the moments before consciousness faded, words that sounded smooth and comforting cut through the chaos with a warm strength.

“You are the one whose sight has been graced the most strongly.”

JOURNAL SAMPLE:

[A neat, flowing script moves across the page with a marked lack of hesitation]

An unorthodox method of communication likely befitting for a place like this one, but I'm not particularly interested in remaining in a residential area with communal bathing facilities. And since an introduction was suggested, I may as well do so with purpose.

[A pause in writing; brief and punctual]

While the prospect of rebirth is interesting, having 'awoken' here with only fading memories serves no aid in acquiring a job so I may leave these quarters. As such however, I'd ask how those of you whom have been here for a time have discovered what skills you possess.

Naturally, I'm currently not entirely aware of my own, but I would appreciate any suggestions from those that have gone through the same process.

-Sighted

ASPIRATIONS:

I'm looking forward to exploring Neji's character development without the memories that bred an innate sense of bitterness towards his family and also for him to discover who he was and eventually, the reasons behind his behaviour when he begins to question his own integrity. The Byakugan is an ability I hope he'll be able to relearn at some point, but further than that, I'm not really sure what I'm going to do with him.

Of course, I'd eventually like to get him involved in some overarching plot in the game, but in the beginning it's likely I'll have to focus on integration.

app: 2008/12/12 revision, applications

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