Shishigashira - Lion Mask Bloodlimit

[Suzaku The Red]

Bloodlimit created by Sairin
Shishigashira

^{Literally meaning "Lion's Mask"}

Clan Symbol

^{Aruji PRIDE CLAN HEAD: Naminooto Raion}............^{Gakkyuu PRIDE CLAN HEAD:Tsumemaru Raion}




Description

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Shishigashira is a bloodlimit that, through the kekkei genkai's realignment of the body's main morphogenetic attachments, creates what is considered a 'bastard dojoutsu', one utilized for ninjutsu, genjutsu, and taijutsu, and results in the the complete re-orginization of the shinobi's genetic material. The changes in Strength, Sense, Speed, Hair Color and Length, Natural Ferocity, and their affinity for feline animals, is the reason the Bloodlimit is called Shishigashira..."Lion's Mask".

Those who possess the kekkei genkai have several notable traits they share, regardless of which pride they affiliate themselves with. Men and Women are Tall, each averaging about 6 Ft 5in and being of a more solid and stocky physique, usually weighing 50 lbs more than someone of comparative size in pure muscle. They have a generally feline appearance; a wider more complex nose and olfactory system, large eyes and ears (with Females, there is a 70% Chance of developing what is considered the most attractive feature of the bloodlimit, Nyanya, large cat-like ears that protrude quite obviously from their heads) and what is widely considered a facial expression of either hunger or annoyance.

Hair color is usually blonde, bright red, or some shade in between, with a few developing jet black locks. Hair is usually kept long and thick, though there are some exceptions amongst those whose former clan occupations may of kept them from practically maintaining longer hair during combat. They are fond of tattoo's and piercings, and as a byproduct of growing an abnormal (for regular shinobi) amount of hair on their heads, arms and legs, have also picked up a number of intricate cosmetic styles for braiding/plaiting together what would otherwise just be bothersome.

They usually have gun-metal gray or solid black eyes, though darker browns and greens are also known to exist as well. They do not have a standard form of dress, and seem only to prefer lightweight clothing that offers freedom of movement and is baggy enough to conceal weapons. They are fond of kunai, shurkiens, and the specialized "Hyakujuu No'o" whose techniques they have integrated with the overall feline nature of their existence.

History
Proud and old, older than those first stone statues erected outside of the leaf village gates to symbolize the legendary combination of shinobi talent that provided the base for the hidden village, the Raion Clan were once one of the most prominent Clans of Hi-No-Kuni, preferring to live just outside of Konohagakure's massive guarded gates and taking the feral savagery of their unique kekkei genkai deeper and deeper into the surrounding forest. The small wars that brewed almost imperceptibly amongst each branch of the Clan's Dual-pride; The Noble Non-ninja ARUJI PRIDE who rejected the idea that the ways of a warrior could be formalized, systematically ingrained, or taught, and the mysterious GAKKYUU PRIDE, practitioners of techniques they consider instrumental to the next stage of ninjutsu, and often hired assassins whose anti-social living structure left them constantly looking back towards the village they could not be apart of.

Having spent countless years honing the skills that made their vicious tempers, strange appearance, and impressive skills a tell-tale sign of the dominance of the Land of Fire, they were caught completely unaware by the mass slaughter that razed their nomadic compounds to the ground and sought to completely erase them from the history of the village. It was more than a slaughter. It was more than a massacre. It was a wound in life that left so many of the Raion dead that they can no longer consider themselves a clan. They are a scattered and broken shell of a people whose genetics are recycled amongst vagrants and beggars, orphans left at strange vine outcroppings in the forest of death and adopted children, already years into the academy, who suddenly display the full range of their power when irritated or in danger.

The event had come to be known as "The Lion Hunt", perpetuated by the perverse desires of a Daimyo too young to realize his impact on an entire people, and having fallen out of communication with the Village Hidden in the Leaves, a man free to carry out a plot which accomplished nothing more than destruction. This was not an honorable loss. The eradication of the Raion was pointless and cheap, their odd kekkei genkai almost lost forever to the uncaring sway of history, their culture, beliefs, and ideals at risk to be swept away forever.

Chijin Bonkura ruled the Land of Fire with all the charm and grace of a legless crab summons; he was a pompous and arrogant student of fringe genjutsu just over the age of adulthood and fresh into his father's shoes in a role he would never fulfill: a respectable man. He raised taxes when threatened by the more expensive accessories of others, he killed peasants for questioning him, took the daughters of simple farmers and craftsman as members of his personal harem for those too poor to afford his 'protection costs', he was a tyrant. The people hated him, and when two Raion youth were hired to 'take care' of the people's problems, it was considered an understandable act of frustration facilitated in part by the Daimyo's own ignorance. He deserved whatever came to him. People were content with the justification, and simply hoped the stories they'd heard of the fierce Raion and the Shishigashira Bloodlimit were true.

Unfortunately, the town of Kokonotsu (built against the coast of the land, just miles away from the personal home of the Daimyo and packed with various refugee's, missing ninja, and the handful of Raion roaming outside the Forest of Death for ryo or alcohol or sex) never realized the foolishness of hiring one ninja from each of the Raion's 'Prides'. These collections of family members, each responsible for excelling in the respective bloodlimit techniques of their house, had never before been brought together. They'd never been able to put aside their differences long enough to successfully complete a mission without killing each other first, and this time was no different, as before they'd even reach a position to destroy the Daimyo, they were caught arguing outside of his enormous ornately decorated front gates and escorted halfway to the docks heading any where but there.

It is unknown whether the two Raion killed each other, as it is also a popular story that the too died while attempting a sleeping constest with each other, it IS known that once they died, there bodies were harvested by the Daimyo's servants, the basic 'code' of their DNA studied extensively while plans were put in motion to prevent the dangers the kekkei genkai represents to the world.

In the middle of the night, Raion compounds all over the forest of death were attacked with fire, erupted into terrified screams as the Daimyo's guard and a few missing ninja eager to earn a spare Ryo hurting someone assembled and like great flowing waves rushed straight through the surrounding area, nearly wiping them out forever.

It was believed that some survived, as the massive Snake-Tailed Lion Summons, Akugiga, was reported to have been seen blocking out the sun, running back and forth from one village to another in between dipping in and out of the flames that slowly spread to consume the forest as well. When the smoke eventually cleared, the items capable of being salvaged were taken away by the two main survivors, Naminooto and Tsumemaru, who agreed that each grouping of their pride must be led from different areas, lest the arrogance that lead to their clansmen's capture, death, and experimentation, and may have given the Daimyo an unfair advantage against the more peaceful nations. Was he attempting to steal the secrets of the Kekkei Genkai for himself? Was he looking for slaves to control? Only time will tell as those with the bloodlimit begin to find each other and re-connect, form bonds that are capable of lasting the test of near endless tragedy.

Restrictions

• Users must start off with , "Shishigashira" "Motehayasu Ichidankai", and "Bakadjikara".
  
• User cannot be a member of the Inuzuka Clan (Felines =/= Canines)
  
• Aruji Pride cannot be Ninja. No exceptions.
  
• Gakkyuu Pride cannot be Non-Ninja. No exceptions.
  
• User must begin with Feline Animal Companion, but automatically learns Animal Friendship Techniques at "D" Rank.
  

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Weapons and Equipment

• The weapons and equipment of the Raion are few in number; their designs pilfered from whatever could be salvaged from the ruins of their former clan compounds. Elegant and intricately constructed under the watchful eyes of weapons masters who no longer grace the earth with their presence, they cannot, under any circumstance, be used by those who are not of the Raion Clan as anything other than ornaments.
  
  User is capable of starting out with Clan Weapons
  
  

Hyakujuu No'o (King of Beasts)
Rank: C
Type: Main
Effect: A specialized large weapon that slashes, hacks, dices, and is capable of enhancing the kekkei genkai range of those who possess the Shishigashira.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Picture A double-bladed weapon whose sides are individually sculpted, with serrated edges on both ends, this large weapon (created at an average of 6 ft. in length) is unique for more than one reason. First, it is not metal, instead crafted organically from the reinforced bone of other Raion clan members, the product of both a sword master's incredible range of adaptability and knowledge and the changes that occur in a people exposed constantly to war. Secondly, the weapon is encased in a criss-crossing weave of Raion Clan members blood vessels, veins, arteries, and even preserved flesh, coated to the blades with a thin membrane of chakra-infused mud. This combination of unique elements allows the wielder of the weapon (and the shishigashira bloodlimit) to extend the range of their kekkei genkai, and allow the weapon a number of the same qualities their physical body possesses. As an added bonus, the sword, through the combination of rudimentary physiological properties embedded in its design, is incapable of even being held by those who don't possess an identical chakra system to a member of the Raion Clan.
Limit: To use to its full potential, separate sword skills specifically attached to the weapon are required. Must have Shishigashira bloodlimit to use. Must be purchased from either of the two Clan Heads, or user must RP finding the Master Swordsmith responsible for its creation (NPC Tsukiyo Raion) and earn it.
Cost: 7,000 Ryo


Rituals

• None
  

Seals

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Rank: B
Type: Beneficial
History: Created during the original days of the clans separation from the wild forest witchdoctors and hedge shamans who passed along stories of the Chimera-like summons tied to their kekkei genkai, the Human Menagerie seal was actually made with the purpose of concealing 'wild cards' in the event a clan member was captured by enemies. An imprisoned Raion would wait until an appropriate time and activate the seal, allowing the animal companions held within to burst forth suddenly, often times overwhelming their opponents enough to escape unharmed.
Appearance: Picture The seal is crafted using five swirled designs which represent the four pillar prison of Raion lore and the central cage of the great Chimera Summons. It is normally placed on the chest, as a close proximity to the natural chakra center of the body is needed, though it has also been placed on the palms of Raion Clan Members, though this puts the user at a severe level of fatigue (due to exhausting chakra drain necessary) and incapable of using that specific arm for the next 24 hours.
Effect: Allows the user to seal (1) Animal Companion inside of their body, and recall it at will.
Description: The seal is actually a complex chakra web created with both ink and blood, though it is not a summoning. It actually allows for the placement of an Animal Companion inside the body of the user, though a process of chakra translation and destabilization occurs to allow the AC to live held within a space that would otherwise be too small and devoid of food and water for it to survive. The physical information (using the Raion's ability to sync up to the morphogenetic field of felines) of the Animal Companion is literally translated into its equivalent chakra signature, which is placed on the user with ink infused with their own blood. This allows for the quick destabilization of the Animal Companions physical form into a pure chakra frequency, which is compressed and placed within the seal. The Seal is then placed (usually over the user's chest area) and linked to their heart through a binding chakra skein created by the sealist. This allows the animal to be nourished in its energetic state by the chakra of the user themselves, and also makes their eventual transition back to matter easier and less disorienting then expected by linking the master and animal together constantly.
Placement Requirements:Must be a Sealist or know a Sealist IC willing to place seal for you. Must have Shishigashira Bloodlimit and at least 200 TP into the Clan Techniques. Users CANNOT start out with this seal. Can be re-vamped into, but placement of the seal must be detailed in character history. Multiple Seals can be placed (Up to 3). Attempting to place 4 Seals on any body often results in their instant death from the intense chakra drain.

Seals an Animal Companion Inside of the user themselves.
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Jutsus

Shishigashira Stage 1
Rank: C
Skill: Kekkei Genkai
Effect:
Special:
Drawback:
Description: Picture 1 Picture 2 The first and most basic of the clan's techniques and the signature jutsu of the bloodlimit, Shishigashira, or "Lion's Mask", is brought about through the alteration of the morphogenetic field surrounding all living organisms, the field that represents the various genetic structures of the earth. With the activation of Shishigashira, the user is able to see not only their own and others morphogenetic fields and interpret them, their entire facial structure is affected by the strength of the doujutsu, elongating their teeth and hair, increasing the width and composition of their olfactory systems, adding mass to bony ridges above their eyes, and altering their vision as well. With the dramatic change given through the use of the kekkei genkai, the term "Lion's Mask" becomes all the more appropriate, as the user takes on a much more frightening, feline, and feral appearance. Once activated, the users senses increase to the point that they are capable of RECOGNIZING (This means that genjutsu are still capable of affecting the Raion, they simply KNOW that a genjutsu is in effect) Genjutsu automatically, simply through their ability to combine the increased amount of sensory information they receive. (i.e. there hearing, smell, taste, and sight increase. If one were to create say a lightning clone, they'd be able to tell the difference immediately through the ionized taste in the air, the change in smell as the raiton particles interacted with the ground, the sight of tiny sparks radiating off of the clone, etc.) The user gains a 180 Degree Field of Visions specifically designed for picking up minute details from a long distance. The user, while not capable of seeing through obstacles, is capable of using their other heightened senses to determine the APPROXIMATE (not exact) locations of an enemy or enemy weapons. This technique is called 'Lion's Mask' because the only changes that occur are to the face/head. With the physical changes Shishigashira causes, it looks as if the user is wearing a Lion Mask, they simply gain the enhanced attributes of the facial changes. The users mask prevents them from being knocked unconscious, and reduces all head injuries received by 1 rank.
Limit: User CANNOT see the Chakra Circulatory System. User cannot predict movements. Shishigashira bloodlimit.

Motehayasu Ichidankai
Rank: C
Skill: Kekkei Genkai
Effect: On all fours, the user gains enhanced taijutsu capabilities.
Special: "Handseals"
Drawback: ---
Description: After performing the necessary handseals, the user gains a visible golden chakra aura that surrounds their body, forming a 'tail' of sorts at the base of their spine and forcing them to crouch down into a fighting position that places them on all fours. The users fingernails and toenails appear to grow (though this is NOT the actual manipulation of bone like the Kaguya Clan are capable of, simply the thin and sharp outpouring of non-elemental chakra) by approximately 6 inches and are razor sharp, adding slashing, piercing, and cutting damage to all of their normal taijutsu abilities. These claws inflict an extra 'D' Rank damage to taijutsu attacks.
Limit: Active Shishigashira.


Bakadjikara
Rank: C
Skill: Genjutsu, Kekkei Genkai, Passive
Effect: Through the manipulation of their Kekkei Genkai, the image of the Shishigashira member shifts briefly into the image of a lion approximately the same size as the user every time they use an attack of C rank or above.
Special: ---
Drawback: ---
Description: Responsible for the ferocious mythos of the clan itself, this is a passive ability of the Raion Clan that activates alongside the Shishigashira. Every time the Raion Clan user attacks with a C Rank or above technique, their image is quickly switched out with the image of a lion attacking the opponent. The flash of this image takes up about a second of actual time...just long enough to inspire fear in their enemies. Outside of its affect on their psyche, it causes absolutely no damage to the opponent, and is more valuable for its intimidation factor than it's practical use in battle.
Limit: Active Shishigashira. Does not require a perception. Once the Shishigashira is activated, this ability is always on.

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Shishigashira Stage 2
Rank: B
Skill: Ninjutsu, Kekkei Genkai
Effect: Activation of the second stage of the Shishigashira Bloodlimit.
Special: ---
Drawback: 30% Chance of causing temporary insanity.
Description: Picture 1 Picture 2 The next level of the Shishigashira, it's second stage further transforms the user, and manipulates their face to gain even more enhanced sensory abilities, giving them more pronounced lion-like features, but also augments their connection to the feline morphogenetic field, increasing their physical strength and speed, as well as their musculature, at the risk of their state of mind. The eyes themselves take on a more demonic and feline appearance, the sclera turning completely black and the pupil forming a black slit surrounding by an otherwise glowing gold orb. Once used, the user has a 30% chance of losing themselves to the beast within (Once this happens, the user is restricted to the specified techniques below). If they are able to hold onto their mind and concentration, the user's speed increases by two movements per round for the next 6 rounds, and the strength of their Taijutsu attacks increases by 1 Rank for the next 10 rounds. The users mask prevents them from being knocked unconscious, and reduces all head injuries received by 2 ranks.
Limit: User CANNOT see the Chakra Circulatory System. User cannot predict movements. Shishigashira bloodlimit. Can only be sustained for 10 rounds before automatically de-activating. User must wait 5 turns to reactivate the second stage.

If the dice roll (30% Chance of Madness) does not go in the user's favor, they are restricted to using only their learned Taijutsu Techniques that don't require the use of chakra for the next 10 rounds. Their speed will still increase (2 movements per round for 6 rounds), but they are incapable of molding chakra for the duration of the bloodlimits activation.



Shishigashira Stage 3
Rank:A
Skill: Ninjutsu, Kekkei Genkai
Effect: Activation of the third stage of the Shishigashira Kekkei Genkai.
Special: ---
Drawback: 50% Chance of causing temporary insanity.
Description: Picture 1 Picture 2 At the third stage of the Shishigashira's activation, the full mask is formed from the users own flesh and blood, encasing their entire head in an organic Lion-like mask and accelerating their kekkei genkai to an entirely new level. With this, their speed and strength don't change much, however their sensory perception is heightened to an incredible degree. The user is incapable of being surprise attacked or flanked, and gains a minor predictive ability based on the combined sensory information they are capable of processing. They are the perfect combination of human and animal instinct, and as even their eyes are encased in the lens-like substance of the mask, they are incapable of falling under the effects of genjutsu, or ninjutsu attacks which require eye contact to use. The users mask amplifies all attacks that utilize the mouth, eyes, brain, head, etc. by one rank. The users mask prevents them from being knocked unconscious, and reduces all head injuries received by 3 ranks.
Limit:User CANNOT see the Chakra Circulatory System. User predicts movements SOLELY by their ability to analyze their sensory input, and are thus incapable of learning a technique simply from watching it. Shishigashira bloodlimit. Can only be sustained for 8 rounds before automatically de-activating. User must wait 5 turns to reactivate the third stage.

If the dice roll (50% Chance of Madness) does not go in the user's favor, they are restricted to using only their learned Taijutsu Techniques that don't require the use of chakra for the next 8 rounds. Their speed will still increase by the same margin as if they had activated the second stage(2 movements per round for 6 rounds), but they are incapable of molding chakra for the duration of the bloodlimits activation.