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Nomura is the son of former Konohagakure immigrants to the islands of Kirigakure. Turning what was once a modest life savings into a relatively high class lifestyle for the despot country, a faint air of superiority still surrounds the seventeen year old. With a nose put in hundreds of various sword scrolls, he boasts a supreme knowledge of sword strikes that he can't actually visualize, resulting in a jumbled mess of names mixed and matched from various masters and variations.
Practicing kenjutsu as his main form of combat, he is a somewhat experienced genin, although he often doesn't act like one. Acting on his own, often selfishly independent from his platoon. For fun, he can be found antagonizing anyone who takes his jabs personally. Although he actively enjoys being around and involved with people despite his rather antagonistic actions, he can't help himself. Something of an attention whore, he's found himself in more than a few troubling encounters as a result.
Otherwise he is actively good natured, and reliable - assuming he hasn't decided to devote himself to something new for a weekend, or fuck off to read half a library about how a reverse slash is more impactful at a 30 degree angle versus 25. Flaky at the best of times, plans get cancelled as they're made, but he makes an exception for missions (and parties). Shockingly, he is one of the only completely sober people in Kirigakure, having a distinct aversion to alcohol.
Benkei Style Iai [Kenjutsu | Journeyman]
Originally trained in classical Iaido, Nomura has incorporated a unique way of footwork that bucks and rotates the entirety of the user's lower body. Comparable to a drunken sailor's wobbling, he claims the inspiration came from his former master's drunken swagger. Having a fair understanding of his own movements and those of his opponents, he can attack from a variety of unusual angles with a devastating initial power. Followup strikes lack the same strength, an Iai slash providing the main offensive brunt of his style. Capable of slipping into blind spots, his blows are difficult to read.
Judo [Taijutsu | Rookie]
Nomura has some basic judo training, capable of preforming a throw or two while unarmed. Mainly for use when disarmed, he has no way of utilizing it offensively, exclusively a defensive tool.
Hobbyist Stalker [Stealth | Rookie]
Nomura's proficiency with stealth begins and ends with his ability to trail a person unnoticed. Capable in large crows, and over fairly decent distances. He has a far more difficult time outside of crowded and/or busy areas. A rough beginner, nothing to write home about.
The Quiet Storm [Wind Release | Rookie]
Making a breakthrough with ninjutsu has left Nomura in the possession of his first elemental release, Wind. With a string of handseals, he can produce small wind projectiles from his mouth, and aims to be able to adhere his chakra to weapons, without much success.
Magnetic Genetics [Magnet Release | Adv. Release | Dormant]
Deep within Nomura's body, he has the faintest affinity for magnet release. Nowhere near manifested, he might occasionally find a metal object stick to his skin rather oddly.
About Nomura
Nomura is the son of former Konohagakure immigrants to the islands of Kirigakure. Turning what was once a modest life savings into a relatively high class lifestyle for the despot country, a faint air of superiority still surrounds the seventeen year old. With a nose put in hundreds of various sword scrolls, he boasts a supreme knowledge of sword strikes that he can't actually visualize, resulting in a jumbled mess of names mixed and matched from various masters and variations.
Practicing kenjutsu as his main form of combat, he is a somewhat experienced genin, although he often doesn't act like one. Acting on his own, often selfishly independent from his platoon. For fun, he can be found antagonizing anyone who takes his jabs personally. Although he actively enjoys being around and involved with people despite his rather antagonistic actions, he can't help himself. Something of an attention whore, he's found himself in more than a few troubling encounters as a result.
Otherwise he is actively good natured, and reliable - assuming he hasn't decided to devote himself to something new for a weekend, or fuck off to read half a library about how a reverse slash is more impactful at a 30 degree angle versus 25. Flaky at the best of times, plans get cancelled as they're made, but he makes an exception for missions (and parties). Shockingly, he is one of the only completely sober people in Kirigakure, having a distinct aversion to alcohol.
Proficiencies
Benkei Style Iai [Kenjutsu | Journeyman]
Originally trained in classical Iaido, Nomura has incorporated a unique way of footwork that bucks and rotates the entirety of the user's lower body. Comparable to a drunken sailor's wobbling, he claims the inspiration came from his former master's drunken swagger. Having a fair understanding of his own movements and those of his opponents, he can attack from a variety of unusual angles with a devastating initial power. Followup strikes lack the same strength, an Iai slash providing the main offensive brunt of his style. Capable of slipping into blind spots, his blows are difficult to read.
↳ Iai-Tachi [Weapon]
A well-used soshu forged sword with standard curve and appearance, it has been battered into familiarity. Once a slightly above average blade has been sharpened and reformed, granting it extra cutting power. With a unique belt loop, the sword's sheath can be maneuvered freely, creating unique angles for Iaido related strikes.
Judo [Taijutsu | Rookie]
Nomura has some basic judo training, capable of preforming a throw or two while unarmed. Mainly for use when disarmed, he has no way of utilizing it offensively, exclusively a defensive tool.
Hobbyist Stalker [Stealth | Rookie]
Nomura's proficiency with stealth begins and ends with his ability to trail a person unnoticed. Capable in large crows, and over fairly decent distances. He has a far more difficult time outside of crowded and/or busy areas. A rough beginner, nothing to write home about.
The Quiet Storm [Wind Release | Rookie]
Making a breakthrough with ninjutsu has left Nomura in the possession of his first elemental release, Wind. With a string of handseals, he can produce small wind projectiles from his mouth, and aims to be able to adhere his chakra to weapons, without much success.
Magnetic Genetics [Magnet Release | Adv. Release | Dormant]
Deep within Nomura's body, he has the faintest affinity for magnet release. Nowhere near manifested, he might occasionally find a metal object stick to his skin rather oddly.
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Nomura Benkei looks like Gin Ichimaru.
Bleach
Nomura Benkei looks like Gin Ichimaru.
