Hikari nodded to Yukiko. "Military intelligence is headed by our spymaster. She makes certain we know things about the villages outside Cloud, as much as the people in our own village. She is in charge of the whispers. Misinformation. All the things necessary for a successful military to know about its surroundings. Deathwatch... they are the watchers on the walls. They are the first line of defense against outsiders. Shinobi serve the Deathwatch when they respond to gate calls. That is a group which is rather like the academy teachers. Anyone can serve the deathwatch, though there are a few who dedicate their lives to its service. The Merces Letifer is a group whose actions are... necessarily not in the public domain. They serve as the silent arm of Kumo, and shape events away from the public eye. They differ from ANBU in that they do not go after missing nin... most times. Their concern lies in unconventional threats to the village."
“Merces Letifer is as I understand it not a sub-branch as the others listed, after the war they were pretty much gutted. They have almost ceased to exist as far as I understand it.” Kyo said, “They were responsible for assassinations and worked closely with the ANBU to accomplish their missions at times. Am I to understand that they are actively recruiting currently then?”
"The Merces Letifer is a division under the domain of the Main Branch Sennin, just as the Deathwatch is. It would rank comparatively with the other three areas. Although it was diminished, it was not depleted. Yes they are actively recruiting. Main branch is Always recruiting. Always will be. We are the most populous branch. Kumogakure's best defense. I could tell you a bit about the other branches as well, though I'll admit, my knowledge of their workings is less varied than the information I can give you on my branch. Anyway, they do indeed work closely with ANBU. You are correct in that. Where did you learn that, Kyo kun?"
She would first answer any other questions, then she would say to them, "Alright, young ones. You should now have a very basic understanding of etiquette and how to survive in a social situation. You know about the resources available to you, and some potential career options. If I had more time with you, I'd give you all a recommendation on where you might ply your trade as a ninja- that is in which of the three branches you might best fit- but as it stands, I can only go on what I've got. And, of course, I believe in honing the tool for the task it is best suited for, so don't take offense if by chance, I don't say what you'd like. Tanaka Jun, your social skills are developing nicely. I'd love to see you in the diplomatic corps. Miko, you have skills of another type. You might do better away from your brother, perhaps in ANBU or the Merces. A teacher once told me 'you shouldn't use a hammer to cut a piece of silk, but that doesn't mean it's worth less than a pair of shears." I'm a hammer. You might also be one. Yukiko: Your strengths seem to lie in your mind. I'd recommend you for Military intelligence. If you'd like, I can send your name to Shima Haruka, with an recommendation. You need to train that voice though." She smiled. "Kyo... I don't know you as well as those three. You're not kin to me, but you made a good impression. Your mind seems sharp and you seem to be training very hard physically. Perhaps you'd do well in the Merces as well. Perhaps in Deathwatch's crime and punishment division. Masaru. I'll just tell you now what I wanted to say after class. You've made quite an impression on me. Your etiquette was very good... When you graduate I believe I have a position that you'd fill very well. It's one I was given as a new Genin as well. I should also say, that I'd expect nothing less from a Shima. I'll commend you to your relatives."
"Does anyone have any questions about what I've taught you today? Anything at all? If not, you can each bring your papers to my desk, and I'll have your grades posted by tonight."
[At this point, unless anyone has questions, I think we're good to end the class.
Anything above 5 is a pass. I took away 2 points for an absence (after entry) in which you didn't contact me, and one for particularly short posts, and one for late entry, because everyone who entered late, did so in a respectful manner, and communicated with me either before posting or shortly after.
Yukiko- posted in all rounds. Had questions and responded to other students as well as instructor. Some responses were very short, however. Developing posts more would be a plus. 9/10
Miko - posted in all but one round. Responded well when asked to speak, but otherwise, was kinda off in dreamland 7/10
Jun-npc- Pass.
Airo Kuroyama- posted in all but one rounds. Responded well. I noted when I read your last response, that I liked it. 8/10
Naoki Yukimura- missed more than three rounds- automatic drop. I understand there were outside circumstances, but as you never contacted me, I assume you've gone inactive. 2/10
Shinomiya Masaru- Came in late, but did very well, didn't miss any rounds after entering, participated in discussion, and provided insightful commentary. I also noted, after reading your responses, that I liked them. 9/10
Hotaka Kyo- Came in late, but responded well. Kyo is a smart cookie, even if he is the strong silent type. I'd have liked it if he had spoken more in class, but he did respond well when he spoke. 9/10
You should all ask your last questions, and I'll respond if there are any, but as far as I'm concerned class is officially over. Good job everyone! In order to actually be considered to have passed this class, you will have to make an exit post. After you do that, post HERE to request payment. ]
[MFT 250+]
“Merces Letifer is as I understand it not a sub-branch as the others listed, after the war they were pretty much gutted. They have almost ceased to exist as far as I understand it.” Kyo said, “They were responsible for assassinations and worked closely with the ANBU to accomplish their missions at times. Am I to understand that they are actively recruiting currently then?”
"The Merces Letifer is a division under the domain of the Main Branch Sennin, just as the Deathwatch is. It would rank comparatively with the other three areas. Although it was diminished, it was not depleted. Yes they are actively recruiting. Main branch is Always recruiting. Always will be. We are the most populous branch. Kumogakure's best defense. I could tell you a bit about the other branches as well, though I'll admit, my knowledge of their workings is less varied than the information I can give you on my branch. Anyway, they do indeed work closely with ANBU. You are correct in that. Where did you learn that, Kyo kun?"
She would first answer any other questions, then she would say to them, "Alright, young ones. You should now have a very basic understanding of etiquette and how to survive in a social situation. You know about the resources available to you, and some potential career options. If I had more time with you, I'd give you all a recommendation on where you might ply your trade as a ninja- that is in which of the three branches you might best fit- but as it stands, I can only go on what I've got. And, of course, I believe in honing the tool for the task it is best suited for, so don't take offense if by chance, I don't say what you'd like. Tanaka Jun, your social skills are developing nicely. I'd love to see you in the diplomatic corps. Miko, you have skills of another type. You might do better away from your brother, perhaps in ANBU or the Merces. A teacher once told me 'you shouldn't use a hammer to cut a piece of silk, but that doesn't mean it's worth less than a pair of shears." I'm a hammer. You might also be one. Yukiko: Your strengths seem to lie in your mind. I'd recommend you for Military intelligence. If you'd like, I can send your name to Shima Haruka, with an recommendation. You need to train that voice though." She smiled. "Kyo... I don't know you as well as those three. You're not kin to me, but you made a good impression. Your mind seems sharp and you seem to be training very hard physically. Perhaps you'd do well in the Merces as well. Perhaps in Deathwatch's crime and punishment division. Masaru. I'll just tell you now what I wanted to say after class. You've made quite an impression on me. Your etiquette was very good... When you graduate I believe I have a position that you'd fill very well. It's one I was given as a new Genin as well. I should also say, that I'd expect nothing less from a Shima. I'll commend you to your relatives."
"Does anyone have any questions about what I've taught you today? Anything at all? If not, you can each bring your papers to my desk, and I'll have your grades posted by tonight."
[At this point, unless anyone has questions, I think we're good to end the class.
Anything above 5 is a pass. I took away 2 points for an absence (after entry) in which you didn't contact me, and one for particularly short posts, and one for late entry, because everyone who entered late, did so in a respectful manner, and communicated with me either before posting or shortly after.
Yukiko- posted in all rounds. Had questions and responded to other students as well as instructor. Some responses were very short, however. Developing posts more would be a plus. 9/10
Miko - posted in all but one round. Responded well when asked to speak, but otherwise, was kinda off in dreamland 7/10
Jun-npc- Pass.
Airo Kuroyama- posted in all but one rounds. Responded well. I noted when I read your last response, that I liked it. 8/10
Naoki Yukimura- missed more than three rounds- automatic drop. I understand there were outside circumstances, but as you never contacted me, I assume you've gone inactive. 2/10
Shinomiya Masaru- Came in late, but did very well, didn't miss any rounds after entering, participated in discussion, and provided insightful commentary. I also noted, after reading your responses, that I liked them. 9/10
Hotaka Kyo- Came in late, but responded well. Kyo is a smart cookie, even if he is the strong silent type. I'd have liked it if he had spoken more in class, but he did respond well when he spoke. 9/10
You should all ask your last questions, and I'll respond if there are any, but as far as I'm concerned class is officially over. Good job everyone! In order to actually be considered to have passed this class, you will have to make an exit post. After you do that, post HERE to request payment. ]
[MFT 250+]