Egress's Training [Private]

[Increasing Strength, Speed, and Intelligence]

Egress meditated around his personal training field, as he's conversing with his spiritual energy and balancing the chi inside of him. He laid there calm and relax, sitting on the fresh green grass. This was nessacary to interact in a higher level of consiousness willing fire contuinously burning inside his very soul, and to call the graceful spirit inside of him to help. He just sat there without uteering a single word for two hours, even his single combat partner, Chikamono Azuma is getting very impatient. Chikamono was an ace Jounin, someone with a main mastery over Taijutsu. Lord Mizukage had told him that he had picked Chikamono for this very important battle because of his specailty, but there was something he knew that Mizukage was hiding from him. Chikamono was very famous being versed in the arts of the "Shaolin Martial Arts" in which he could use various styles derived from the study of animals. Chikamono began to spoke to Egress, which could cost him darely if he dared to interrupt the Mizukage's "dimension", but who could blame him..?

Meanwhile, Egress opened his eyes only to find himself in a black world complete with darkness. He could barely see anything but shadows, immeditately Egress had the feeling to be scared. Has he become blind and lost all of the light? But he squinted his eyes a little to see a small ray of light. Suddenly, a blue wave of chakra erupted from that light and a white spiritual-like substance appeared in the middle. Suddenly, fire bursted from this substance and the blaze was so fierce that it lighted and scorhed the entire darkness. Egres could feel a strange sensation welling up inside of him. The substance suddenly morphed and morped... until it resembled the spirit.. of a tiger! Suddenly, the fire formed to the tiger and in just one blink, the tiger roared across the universe and it woke Egress from his "slumber:, just in time to pause Chikamono's words. Egress rose and said, "Alright Chika.. I'm ready."

At that moment, Chika relented. Egress was developing a new Taijutsu art, his own special fighting type- Tiger Style! [Tora Kata] He had to find something useful to utilize without the assistance of Ninjutsu... or his Sharingan.. Egress focused his raw strength all around his body, but specifically his hands and feet. The energy was surging from his abdomen- where the power of "Tora Kata" derives its source from. He could rapidly increase muscle power just by using this. The Tiger was the ultimate predator- there was no need for evasion when the user can just attack an attack to "block" and direct it. He could feel it, he must first become a tiger himself. He must mimic their sounds, movements, and body positions. Egress flexed his fingers and his nails strangely grew to deadly claws and his body built for endurance and agility. His arms would carry enough speed and force to deal the blows from "Tiger Claw" to his Chikamono, which can kill Chika in a few minutes. But that would be something that won't be happening anytime soon, Egress is still just learning.

He was now half-way into his Tiger State, but he still won't give Chikamono any openings. "Go!" commenced Chika. Chikamono charged towards Lord Mizukage, jumping in the air to give one swift aerial attack. "Leaf Hurricane!" Egress, however had instantly anticipated Chikamono's move the moment he began to jump in the air. His senses have also increased to some extent in order to resemble an animal. Egress bent low and twisted his hand-claw and shifted his hand to parry Chikamono's feet. Unexpectedly, the block instantly stopped the kick. Chikamono dropped low and headed straight for the Mizukage's throat. "Dynamic Entry!" Let's see you block this! Egress, however, did not block it. He would repose it instead with an attack of similiar force. Egress lunged forward one of his claws and repelled that kick, knocking Chikamono down.

What's this? he wondered. However, Chikamono was quick on adaptability, so he rebounded and lift his leg at Egress. "Konoha Rising Wind!" A surprised Egress caught that attack and quickly spinned Chika around. "GRAAAHHH!!!" cried Egress. Egress clawed at Chika, who rapidly spun away, only to find his Jounin outfit ripped and and scratched. "Such power.." The secret to Egress's Tiger Style dosen't require chakra. It requires one to focus their muscular energy into certain body parts and exert extreme force into these parts. Then, the user must mimic a tiger's movements and attack patterns and lust at their opponents with bloodlust in order to become an expert master of the Tiger Style.

Chikamono begins to back away several yards away from Lord Mizukage. He had been told to never go beyond the Four Gates of Hachimon, and Chika himself thought he never have would have to use it. But this was an exception. Is that one of the Shaolin styles...? No.. CHikamono charges forwards at Egress, attempting to make out his abilities. Egress stretched out his claws as he prepared for Chikamono's attack, studying and judging him for ever muscle movement he makes. "Severe Leaf Hurricane!" Chikamono lifts his knee and heads to tumble Egress with it. Egress pounces forward and lunges his right claw into Chikamono's knee, parrying the energy and pushing it to the ground. Chikamono then launches a kick from the other leg at Egress's head. Egress headed a little to the right and clawed his left hand at Chikamono's lap, ragging the clothing. Egress then headbutted right into Chikamono's and knocked him away at the ground. Of course, Chikamono recovered quickly and marveled at what special fighting style Lord Mizukage is using.

However, he still thinks he can still win this. Chikamono charges forwards at Egress with a glint of fury in his eyes. They began their battle with a long series of blows and parries. Egress launched his two claws right at Chikamono's head. Tiger Lunge! Chikamono dropped on the ground and rebounded on two hands, reposing with two feet at Egress's chin. Egress back up a bit and pulled his two claws together and forced Chikamono upwards. Egress then struck a "Tiger Claw" right into Chikamono's skin, piercing through it. He then pushed Chikamono backed, four meters away. Chikamono tumbles across the grass by the Mizukage's violent force. Guh! What is he using?! wondered Chikamono. "Kaimon!" Chikamono releashes the first gate of Hachimon and flips back up. Whatever it is, I'm gonna have to counter it with the Eight Inner Gates! CHikamono runs in a zig-zag pattern to get towards the Mizukage. Using such mindless tatics is useless against Tiger Fist! Egress spinned and stabbed one claw at Chikamono. CHikamono easily blocks this and elbows Egress in the shoulder. "Grr.." growled Egress. He then swings his arm at CHikamono's head, whom ducks and then rises to land a counterattack. Of course, Egress had seen this coming and slashed at Chikamono, striking deep in in the flesh, just at the ribs. Chikamono activates the second gate and catches his balance. Not too deep, but still losing blood.. thought Chikamono. Chikamono grabs hold of Egress's right claw at his ribs as he prepares for his next move.

"Pretty good... Lord Mizukage.." Chikamono breathed. "But let's see you match this!" "Seimon!" Suddenly, a huge burst of greenc ahkra erupted from Chikamono as his skin turns more red. The immense pressure prevents Egress from moving any further. "GRAAHHH!" yelled Chikamono. "Shoumon!" His skin suddenly turns into a shade of brown and his veins as well as blood pops out. The chakra repelled Egress to the bloodied grass, who was already in his full "Tiger" state. "Hah!" Chikamono rushes at a powerful speed rate that he would have concieve that even Lord Mizukage count not dodge this. With each blow, Egress is having trouble expecting its next attacks as he's being tumbled by the various blows. Even his blows could barely touch Chikamono, but Egress is holding up much longer than Chikamono had ever expected. "Heh! what a joke! You're nothing without your precious Sharingan!!" yelled Chikamono.

Chikamono then travels with a direct fist attack at Egress's head which can crush his skull. Unfortunately for Chikamono, even though there was a slight curve, the direction had given Egress a sight advantage. Egress caught the blow with just one hand and grips tightly, pressing his fingers right into the fist. Then they had begun battle. Chikamono was surprised on how Egress could keep up with him as such rate. Although Chikamono defiently has more speed, Egress was much more smarter. The key was that he had focused chakra right into his hand and feet, and with killing intent, he was a predator. Just then, Egress locked all of Chikamono's Strong Fists, disabling him to use taijutsu. Wait a minute... I see what's happening! realized Chikamono.

He told me to not go pass the Four Gates and chose me on purpose! Perhaps somehow he wanted to test out if his own style can match Shoumon?! Knowing that I'm so one of the best in physical combat, he had planned this all along.. Chikamono then beated onto Egress's "drums" twice which would render Egress. Chikamono knew that using Strong Fist style against the Mizukage's own is uselss and pointless. Egress lunged foreward Chikamono at Chikamono like a beast, trying to make some sort of blow or scratch. But this was all blocked by Chikamono's style- and vice-versa. Then, Egress launched a straight shot at Chikamono. Chikamono reacted and jumped instantly. Take this! 'Leaf Hurricane!" The impact connected to Egress's face which knocked him to a tree. The force suddenly snapped him out and his animal-like power suddenly diminished. So he's just a beginner yet a creator.. thought Chikamono. Reasonable... but weak... "Agh, alright Chikamono, you're no longer needed.." dismissed Egress. Chikamono closed all four gates and grunted. There was blood on his hands and stomach. And although the wounds were that of a minor during Hachimon, he needd medical attention. Once Chikamono left, Egress had smiled. "Perhaps with just a little more practice, and I wouldn't even want Sharingan.." smiled Egress. Lord Mizukage then just rested there on the tree, thinking about what he would be doing next...

Strength:10
Speed:10
Intelligence:10

[Strength]

Egress rested on the side of the shaded true. Egress looked to the east right towards the bay. Bright glittering waters splattering around Kirigakure's coast. It was indeed a beautiful but simple site for tourist attractions. Strangely, the sight has helped Egress get back on his feet. I've successfully developed and learned Tiger Style.. maybe I should work more on my raw muscles so I could even become even more of a mindless killing machine with some control.. thought Egress. Egress squated and lowered himself onto the ground floor. He began to lift his hands and his entire up and down- performing some push-ups. He was never good at it, in fact he hated it. But even he knew that this was a great method in body health. Already he could feel at least something building up just inside of him. Oh god.. how painful.. and I thought I would never do these push-ups ever again as long as I live... sighed Egress.

He continued to this twnty minutes after. During these twenty minutes, sweat was rapidly beating down on his wet face and beating chest. His heart was pumping like never before and he could feel his muscles burning and the tension pressuring in him. His arms were getting very shaky and becoming very weak even his strength was becoming stronger. Just then, Egress collapsed! With barely enough stamina left, he began huffing and inhaling-exhaling like crazy. His sweat raining down on the soft green grass. With a smile, Egress said: "123.." Not bad for someone who relied on their physical power. But Egress had to keep trying. Even in his younger years before he became a teenager, no one can fault him for going into "extreme" conditions. With all the energy he had left, Egress re-began his training.

[Speed and Strength]

An hour or so, forty minutes later, Egress was still going. With each time, he kept on going faster but he was also burning too much. he could only hang on for a f ew more minutes. "302..." he gasped. Then Egress stopped. Time for a little challenge. This might break a bone... or worse.. He tied his hand to his back and converted his hands to just two fingers- the middle and the index. Egress then began doing push-ups... with just two fingers on one hand! "Gah!" yelled Egress. He did so for 45 "finger-ups" and then his strength gave up on him. He could do no more as sweat had surrounded him like a pool. He needed a rest... he had deserved it.. "Hehe.." he muttered. Then, he fell to sleep....

Strength: 11
Speed: 5

[Strength]

The next day, Egress decided to continue his daily excercises. He's far too busy performing some curl-ups. "Ger..." grunted Egress. "102...103...104.." Ceratinly, he was struggling, but this was not the first time he was doing these types back-breaking work. His muscles were burning and his heart rapidly pumping blood. His legs were eractically shaking and his arms were getting tired for every second. His neck is being strained and his stomach beginning to crunch. When he reached 115, he collasped. Huff.. Huff.... Egress breathed. He was getting tired, but there was still one more thing he had to do before moving on to the next step. Just one more.

Egress rises to begin his next form. He suddenly spread and started to do some "jumping-jacks!" "1....2...3.." He had been going on that for more than twenty-six minutes. "97.... 98... 99.." Egress had seemed out of breath. Could he hold much longer? Egress then slowed down and fell to his knees. Apparently not. "Gah!" he yelled. He could taste blood in his throat, and he had no intention of coughing it up. He had already gone beyond his limit... as usual. He decided to take a break from now, he had to proceed to Jutsu Training.... and quick. He did not have much time left...

Strength 6