Mizu watched the boy perform his hand seals and rid himself of the water that drenched his body, giving a small smile and a gentle clap as an encouragement for his skills, even as rudimentary as they were. He obviously didn’t have much formal training, and to be able to do even something as simple as drying himself was commendable without the proper teachings. When Anotsu spoke, Mizu turned to look at him.
The pinkette simply stared at the Jonin for a long time, blinking slowly “You know” they said, tilting their head to the side a bit “You’re a dick.” It wasn’t meant to be insulting, just a simple matter of fact statement. They turned back to Kakesu and gave him another smile “Enjoy the sandwiches Kakesu-kun, and I hope you come to enjoy your stay in Amegakure.” Mizu turned and began walking back into the rain, calling over their shoulder “I hope we’ll see each other around, sometime. Maybe with more pleasant company.”
They paid no further attention to Anotsu as they departed, simply turning down one of the village’s side streets and heading on their way home.
Mizu happily handed over the sandwich basket, letting the boy eat his fill with all his gusto. They smiled brightly at the pair, though the smile quickly fell as the older one let out a strangled sound and started coughing. They moved to gently pat his back, eyes darting around wildly while searching for anyone who might be able to help. If he was sick from the rain or from traveling without shelter, they wouldn’t be able to help, they weren’t a doctor-
But then he had straightened, collecting himself before speaking. Whatever concern they had felt the moment when he was choking was chased away by an indignation that colored their cheeks a bright pink “Inobservant? Why I-” Mizu took a breath to collect themselves before pushing forward in a clipped tone “What I observed were two individuals, both without any umbrella and one soaked to the bone, standing outside an abandoned building. To be quite frank, you looked destitute enough to require assistance so there.”
Mizu continued, though their pointed tone faded into something more conversational. They never had kept their anger long, if at all “In any case, Anotsu-san, Ame is a large village with a lot of people and more than a few Jonin, can’t expect us to know all the faces. Mizutsune Hozuki, Genin. I’d say it’s a pleasure to meet you but this has been rather awkward, awa.” They gave a single shouldered shrug as an apology for their contribution to the awkwardness.
“Now we know he’s not homeless, but what about you?” Mizu turned a curious glance towards the young man still enjoying the sandwiches “You’re eating like this is the last scrap of food you’ll ever see.”
Growing up as an attendant to a shrine, Mizu had grown used to taking care of wayward souls that drifted by every once in a while. Some had been looking for meaning, others were on their way to places they belonged, while many just needed a place to rest and stay warm. And those were in short supply in this land that perpetually rained. The shrine had been a place where those that didn’t have a home could be safe for a while, and they thought they’d bring that safety into Amegakure. If only a little bit.
So whenever they had a moment to spare, Mizu would prepare simple sandwiches and bottled water and travel around the village proper, handing them out to those homeless they saw. They didn’t have the resources to set up a shelter or anything of the sort at the moment, but no one would complain about a full belly, so they contented themselves with what goodwork they could do in the moment.
There were faces that Mizu would see time and time again. It was sad, seeing such good people on the streets, but familiarity was always comforting. Seeing new faces always made an uncomfortable weight settle in their stomach, because either the new face would become a regular or they wouldn’t be seen again. And both of those things carried their own kind of sadness.
It was as they made their rounds today that they came across two new faces that they hadn’t seen in the market before. It was usually the place younger individuals frequented, as they were more capable of stealing food and making a quick getaway. Mizu had been seeing less and less of the young ones, which gave them hope that the kids were being taken in by kind folks and taken care of, but now they focused on the two that stood outside of the old theater.
They adjusted their umbrella and walked up to the pair, though their walk was more like gliding. As they approached, they pulled a bundle from a basket about their shoulder and handed it to the smaller of the two “I know it’s not as good as a warm bed or a place to keep dry, but I’ve been told homemade sandwiches are a comfort in and of themselves. And we should all find comfort where we can, especially with your kind of...nomadic lifestyle, awa.”
They turned a kind smile to the older man “Are you two together? Your son, perhaps?”
Mizutsune is blunt and straight forward, often telling others what they think no matter what their reaction to the words may be. Despite this, they aren't critical of others, in fact being an individual that has adopted a "go with the flow" mentality. They are observant, years within a monastery granting them a skill at reading the moods of others, as well as any quirks or peculiarities they may have. They aren't judgmental about anything they may notice, not ridiculing or making fun of anyone for how they are.
Mizu is noticeably calm and collected, staying level headed in stressful or dire situations. Their emotional state can be likened to a deep pool, still and serene, and quick to return to said state should anything cause ripples through its surface. This makes them rather good at emotional support when needed, and their ability to think rationally in any circumstance allows them to come up with good solutions to a problem, as they can consider all alternatives thoroughly.
Their usual expressions consist of an almost blank look of passive curiosity, or at times a bored stare, which makes reading their emotions or mental state difficult for others. Though their emotions are mostly neutral, Mizu has a love of jokes and mischief, and will always opt to play a prank when the opportunity presents itself. They possess a strange verbal tic wherein they punctuate their sentences with "awa" (アワ) at times, the tic becoming more pronounced the more heightened their emotions, with a particular prominence when they're confused.
Asui is noticeably calm and collected, being capable of staying level headed even in stressful or dire situations, making him a rather perfect pillar for emotional support when it is needed. He is capable of thinking rationally no matter the circumstance, and will often come up with the best solution to solve a problem after considering all alternatives thoroughly. His usual expression consists of a blank or bored stare, which makes reading his emotions or mental state difficult for others. While he is often neutral emotionally, Asui does have a love for practical jokes and mischief of all kinds, and will not refuse a good prank when the opportunity presents itself. He has a strange habit of tapping his finger against his bottom lip while he is speaking or pondering something, and he also possesses a strange verbal tick wherein he says "kero" (ケロ) or "kero kero" at the end of sentences.
Proficiencies
Hydrification [Rookie] Despite not being raised by members of their clan, Mizu seems to bear a natural talent for their hijutsu. They were capable of grasping the basic principle of the techniques of the Hozuki with a rudimentary rundown on what they are usually capable of during their academy days. At this level, Mizu is capable of converting her body to water with a bit of concentration.
Taijutsu [Rookie] A main focus on their training during their time at the academy, Mizu's greatest amount of trained skill lay in their Taijutsu. They have the makings of a martial arts form, though it is far from refined, with their strikes being quick and fluid like rushing water.
Water Release [Rookie] Their natural element and one they are highly in-tune with due to their clan's Hijutsu, Mizu has learned the basics of Water Release and thus can use it to affect the water already in their environment. Due only to their nature as a Hozuki, they are capable of using water produced from their Hydrification in techniques, however a single such use will often cause their Hydrification to destabilize reverting them to a solid state. They are capable of walking on water.
Kenjutsu [Rookie] An additional skill they learned due to a marked lack of any talent with thrown weaponry, Mizu's form with a sword is much like their skill in Taijutsu: the very beginnings of an unrefined style of combat. They have learned to move their blade in long, sweeping motions, moving like a swift current of water to strike at an opponent.
Stealth [Rookie] By far Mizu's worst talent, and one they have all but given up any hope of refining. They have never had any luck in truly achieving the levels of stealth that others are capable of reaching, only being able to conceal themselves from the notice of the oblivious or the distracted. Though useful in certain situations, they don't usually factor in stealth in their combat plans.
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Genshin Impact
Mizutsune Hozuki looks like Sangonomiya Kokomi.
Last Edit: Oct 23, 2021 14:29:12 GMT by Mizu Hozuki
