Sarutobi Mako

Mako Sarutobi (猿飛マコ, Sarutobi Mako) is one of the promising young Genin-level shinobi of Konohagakure, as well as a descendant of the Sarutobi clan. Staying true to the family name, he holds a distinct hunger for learning all that he can about the ninja arts. Although he is a promising sapling, he tends to not view himself as anything more than any other Konoha ninja. Having recovered from tragedy, he has finally found his way back onto the ninja path. Sarutobi Mako is the current PC of the role-player Miso.

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(猿飛マコ , SARUTOBI MAKO)
Debut
Appears in	Last night, I dreamt of the past
Voice Actors
English	Nicolase Roye (unsr; Uchiha Shisui)
Japanese	Hidenobu Kiuchi (Nana; Ren Honjo)
Personal
Birthdate	February 19th, 2115 AA
Gender	Male
Age	14
Height	174 cm
Weight	68 kg
Blood type	AB+
Affiliation	Konohagakure
Team	Undetermined
Clan	Sarutobi
Rank
Ninja Rank	Genin
Academy Grad. Age	12
Chūnin Prom. Age	N/A
Family Sarutobi Jigen -Father (Deceased) Sarutobi Keiko - Mother (Deceased) Sarutobi Kairi - Twin Sister (Deceased)
Nature Type Water Release
Jutsu Water Release Violent Water Wave Body Flicker Technique
Tools

Background

Born as the youngest of fraternal twins, Mako enjoyed a generally easy-going upbringing. Having both parents present and apart of a household that had solid financial security, his sister Kairi and himself had no real troubles growing up. Enrolling into the academy at the age of 5. The twins would show a remarkable growth rate in the basics of the ninja way. Although Kairi was naturally gifted and declared a genius, Mako wasn't far behind. Despite not having the same natural gifts, the encouragement and help from his twin sister had helped him rise above the rest of the class. As the two began to reach levels that were only seen from legends of the past, the ninja realm had descended into chaos as Kumogakure had successfully implemented the blitzkrieg stratagem.

In the initial strike, Mako would witness his mother's death, leaving a mark on the young boy that would strengthen his bond to his twin sister. As his early years were spent in Konoha, his middle adolescence was largely spent in a Wind Country refugee camp before eventually settling in the first freed village; Kusagakure. Here, Kairi and Mako would spend a relatively uneventful childhood; doing things kids enjoyed, discovering themselves but overall it was indeed a safe one. They would receive sporadic visits from their father, Jigen during this time period; cherishing the time they spent with him and receiving informal training in the ninja arts. It wasn't long however, before another tragedy would strike their family. Because his father actions in the resistance, there was a strong chance of death; a chance he took for his village and his children's future. As a result, Jigen would lose his life in the final skirmishes to reclaim Konohagakure. Their return to Konoha and their first footsteps within the village they haven't seen since before the occupation was to attend the funeral of their father Jigen and the countless shinobi who lost their lives in the battle. Though Mako had lost both of his parents, he was ultimately able to cope with the presence of his twin sister.

The two would eventually become genin, despite their fame as top notch academy students fading after the occupation. A mission to Amegakure would change the young teen's life forever. As what appeared a routine mission, turned for the worse in a politically war-torn country. After many brief encounters with separate factions within the village of rain; Kairi, Mako and their third team member would be sent flying from an explosion from within a building. As Mako regained his consciousness stories below, he could only watch in heartache as his sister took her last breaths from a mortal wound to the abdomen. This event traumatized Mako and broke his spirit; his will to continue even living. Although not taking his own life, Mako had spent just short of two years in grief and depression. It took the smile and unwavering curiosity of a six year old Konoha resident; Naminé, to rescue the teen from the depths of despair and rediscover himself. The little girl very much reminding Mako of his late sister Kairi, his heart warmed up once again and he slowly made progress out of the depression he was in. The key event that reignited his desire to pursue the ninja way and live again; rescuing Naminé from the river near the outskirts of Konoha. After this event, Mako never looked back. Although cherishing the memories of his family and frequently visiting their graves, he now follows the ninja way with his head held high.

Personality

Before the invasion of Kumogakure, Mako was generally quiet but was a caring boy. He had a reserved way of expressing himself and only showed an excitable nature when he interacted with his twin sister, Kairi. He wasn't an anti-social kid, he simply didn't know how to express himself around other people besides his sister and family. Despite this, Mako was always confident in himself. never feeling in-adequate or incapable of a task, potentially due to the encouragement he received from his twin sister. This brought about a particular courage or bravery within him, as he never backed away from tests of courage. One trait he had always possessed was a knack for being very intuitive and perceptive, usually seeing situations for exactly what they were.

As time passed and he began to grow into himself, his demeanor changed. The sporadic training he had received from his father had ignited the seemingly inherited nature of the Sarutobi clan to want to acquire knowledge and learn all there was about the ninja arts. He was also able to better express himself, largely due to him being more comfortable with himself. He began to interact with third parties a lot easier, not necessarily a social butterfly but he was friendly to most if not all the people he met in Kusagakure.

However, after the death of his last remaining direct relative; his twin sister Kairi. His personality underwent another metamorphosis; even adopting several traits of his older twin. Where Kairi was loud and boisterous. Mako developed a sharp tongue, often speaking in a blunt manner. While carrying himself in a laissez faire way, and seemingly being in-different to most situations; border lining arrogance. Despite this, he managed to retain his genuinely caring traits and particularly after the death of Kairi, he developed a heightened sense for protecting things that he holds dear to himself.

Even so, Mako has quite a complex personality. Strongly believing and justice and equality when warranted and being a person of distinct loyalty. He never liked those that mistreated or berated innocent people or even those that are apart of the same group. Yet, he is more than willing to threaten or intimidate those who wrong his friends or loved ones. Furthering his complexity, he has a distinct sense of honor in combat. Seemingly having an eye for an eye mentality, as he regularly returns cruel actions without a second thought, despite not necessarily subscribing to the eye for an eye concept but even though he can appear cruel, he simply cannot bring himself to deliver potentially fatal blows. Even though he seems like an honorable person in combat, he has no conflicting emotions about taunting or even surprise attacking opponents. Although complex, one thing has always remained; his genuine compassion.

Appearance

His eyes calm; his glare steel. Carrying gemstone of amber within his iris; majestic blends of yellow, orange, brown and red encompass the gateway to his soul. His hair; vigorous. Falling just short of medium; wavy in texture. The nature of which his hair is made, gives him a natural just-out-of-bed look but enticing all the same. Lazy attempts to shepherd his locks to the back of his head; his forehead protector aids in his efforts. He is simply a genuinely attractive young male. His skin, supple and kissed by the tropical sun. A trait commonly seen amongst those of coastal regions; indeed inherited by his mother whom was born in Hotarunoshi, near the Amber Coast.

His body built quite durably. His DNA structure sending signals to each cell to build a labor intensive skeletomuscular system, despite his initially easy going childhood. His body boasts a significant amount of lean muscle but does not bare a phenomenal body fat percentage. Just enough to show that the boy is indeed a strapping one but not enough to make it seem as if he was sent to earth from the heavens above. Mostly his levels of excess energy are kept in check by his frequent activity throughout the day, because of his line of work and quite frankly his general restlessness. His vessel is not free of superficial flaws however. Fading scars are spread across his body; arms, legs, and torso. Although not completely covered head to foot with these blemishes, there is enough to show that the male is not shy to be in harms way. Regardless of this, his body isn't special in any particular way. Stunning physique or grotesque features are absent. He is typical of any male teen that shares the same active lifestyle. However, he would even admit that he gives his forearms and back a little more attention than the rest of his body.

Not much effort is appeared to have been put into his fashion sense. However the young man is far from fashion inept. Usually adorning clothing that as a single item, appears to be nothing, but as a complete outfit, turns out to encase him in an shroud of cool. Constantly changing attire when out of uniform, it is hard to pin down just what exactly the male favors. Instead it would be best to just to label the clothing style as simple-complexity. Varying layers, of simple items which build the young man's attire. Although, to himself, he quite frankly just wears what is most comfortable to him.

While in the line of duty however, his attire becomes more common place. Choosing to take up the longer pant, rather than the shorts many other individuals wear. Typical ninja service boot, with the exception of a closed heel and a bit lower sole than other mass produced boots of the village. Finished off with bandages wrapped from the start of his ankle and to the base of his pant leg, drawing the pant leg opening sealed. Around his torso, he likes to wear a simple black short sleeve shirt with a high collar. Slightly loose fitting to not hinder his full range of motion, yet not loose enough to cause unwanted drag on his body. His shuriken holster strapped to the right thigh; midway. Just high enough so his hand can reach the opening with ease. The typical waist pouch of a ninja, preferred to reside on the back left hip. As a right hand dominant person, one could wonder why but he simply prefers to balance out the carry load. The only other accessory is the tape he tends to wrap around his wrists while on duty.

Abilities

Physical and Spiritual Control

One of Mako's key strengths happens to be his excellent control over his chakra and stamina. Boasting the innate ability to utilize techniques to their maximum efficiency with minimal chakra or stamina consumption. Although still quite young, the control he has over his chakra is to such an extent that not only the manifestation of chakra but the recovery time between utilizing techniques is drastically reduced. Capable of preforming techniques at his level multiple times without even causing so much as a relevant reduction in his chakra reserves. Being capable of gathering chakra from every part of his body and utilizing it with equally excellent timing gives him a foothold over his fellow genin in that respect. Similarly, the management he holds over his physical capacity is equally high. Having the capability to comfortably hold his ground in prolonged hand to hand situations without ever showing exhausted breathing patterns. Although he hasn't shown much as far as repertoire of techniques, from what techniques he does have, seem to not even cause the slightest notion of fatigue even after employing them multiple times.

Intelligence

One of the defining characteristics of Mako is in fact his intellect. Despite his seemingly laissez faire attitude, his knack for being highly perceptive and intuitive showcases his intelligence in a variety of situations. However, it is hard to tell whether his thought process is simply that of instinct or a result of his constant studying. Difficult to gauge, however, it wouldn't be wrong to believe it was a mixture of both. He is also quite adaptable; capable of acquiring information through observation; discern i,t how to handle it, and make alterations accordingly. If it is within his capability. Another example of his intelligence is his capability to digest advanced techniques at an accelerated rate compared to other ninja of his level, as well as grasping new concepts and teaching methods quickly. Although he shows such ability, it doesn't seem to translate over into other areas of 'genius' or intellect. His sense for combat and strategy is quite high but he doesn't seem to boast the same natural talent for other areas of intellect, such as general mathematics for example. Despite such, Mako doesn't seem to speak on his knack for seeing the action of combat in a different manner than most others.

Status

Databook	Ninjutsu	Taijutsu	Genjutsu	Intelligence	Strength	Speed	Stamina	Hand seals	Total
First	2	2	0.5	3	2	3.5	4	2	19

Part I

Introduction Arc

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Part II

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Trivia

• Mako was named after the character Mako in Avatar: The Legend of Korra. The shared name being the only influence on his character design.
• He was born as the youngest of fraternal twins. An occurrence influenced by Miso's favorite character in the Game of Thrones series; Jamie Lannister.
• Mako's twin sister, Kairi was named after Kingdom Hearts character Kairi. While the littler girl that helped Mako out of depression was named Naminé after Kairi's nobody in the KH series. This was purposefully done to represent the connection of how the little girl, Naminé, reminded Mako of his twin sister, Kairi. Ultimately bringing him out of a year long depression. Coincidentally Naminé in KH has the ability to manipulate the main character's memories. Furthering a connection between the three: Kairi, Naminé, and Mako; through his memories.
• Although born into the Sarutobi Clan, he is yet to show aptitude for fire release techniques. Being one of the two Sarutobi clansmen that share this trait. The other being Konohamaru.
• Mako has a habit of saying "ano" when speaking, which is slang for "umm", "uhh" or "excuse me", literally meaning "that over there"
• One of Mako's favored hangout spots, Chou-Jip. Is actually a play on spelling and a homophone of the Korean word Gogi-Ip, meaning 'meat house' in Korean (korean bbq restaurants). Similarly Yakiniku Q; favored restaurant of Team Asuma, was a korean bbq restaurant. Resulting in the name, Chouji Ip or ultimately Chou-Jip.
• Mako's theme song is Feather by Seba Jun (Nujabes).
• Additional information:
  • Mako's hobby is reading/ researching old texts and playing basketball.
  • Mako wishes to fight no one yet.
  • Mako's favorite food is pineapples and pineapple-mango smoothies, while his least favorites are miso soup and shellfish.
  • Mako has completed 7 unofficial missions in total: 6 D-rank, 1 C-rank, 0 B-rank, 0 A-rank, 0 S-rank.
  • Mako's favorite phrase is "Look Alive". ( アラートを滞在 , Arāto o taizai , Lit. Stay alert )