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[morningpeacock]

Forward Dated to March 7th


[Private, to Iruka]

[ Someone is trying to be tactful in how he goes about this. He had to confirm with Hinata/Adela the name of the body he is in, because Gai's only mildly familiar with Iruka. ]

I appear to be you for the moment, Umino-san. I want to assure you that your body is safe, will soon be secure within the Konoha walls, and will be taken care of respectfully by its current occupant, a fellow Konoha ninja. That said, for security reasons, I will not identify myself to you until you can confirm for me your current appearance and your whereabouts. Please. Thank you.



[Private to Obito and Kakashi, as close to immediately after confirming with Iruka as possible (depending on how that goes--might be edited, but I didn't want to spam with a billion separate posts)]

[ The handwriting is trying desperately to look like Gai's, but it's a struggle. ]

I do not know how to explain what has happened. A mindtransfer jutsu, perhaps?

I am making you aware that I am currently in Umino Iruka's body. He is the school teacher who taught your students, Obito. Ponytail, nose scar. And he is me. So if you see me...it is actually him. Does this make sense? It does not make sense to me.

Adela and Hinata have swapped bodies as well. Or minds? My consciousness went to where Iruka's physical self was. I am returning to the village now. I have contacted him and will try to disclose only what he needs to know, but I want to advise him to exercise caution in how he deals with...

And I just now realize I should exercise caution here as well. I am not sure how many this has affected.

Can you confirm for me your identities?

- Maito Gai



[Private to Team Gai]

[ Again, the handwriting is trying desperately to look like Gai's, but it's a struggle. ]

Are you three safe? There has been an incident around the village and I need you three to check in as soon as possible.

- Maito Gai



[Private to Adela and Hinata]

Please let me know when you both make it to a safe and secure location. Hinata, please inform your sensei, too, as soon as you can.

- Maito Gai

Comments

[heavenly_earth]

An incident? What happened?

[morningpeacock]

Some sort of mindtransfer jutsu. To whom do I speak? [ He knows Neji's writing, but he thinks, given Neji's ANBU clearance, one cannot be too careful in this case. ]

[heavenly_earth]

Mindtransfer..

Hyuuga Neji.

What exactly happened?

[tenten_san]

I'm here. I'm fine. What's going on, Sensei?

[awokentospring]

Gai-sensei! I am safe for now! What is the problem? Is there anything I should do? Where do you need me, Sensei???

[morningpeacock]

NEJI, YOU COULD AT LEAST ATTEMPT TO ACTUALLY PROVE YOUR IDENTITY!!!!

I was training and this figure jumped out at me, touched me briefly on the shoulder-- They vanished, literally dissipated (THEY DID NOT RUN OFF, YOUR SENSEI WOULD HAVE CAUGHT THEM IF THEY HAD) and then I found myself at a small campground with Adela. Only I was Iruka, physically.

[morningpeacock]

A mindtransfer jutsu. I am relieved you are okay! Before I go into details, can you prove you are Tenten? Or will you be difficult and a poor sport like your teammate?

[morningpeacock]

I am so glad you are okay! I would ask you to prove your identity, but I do not think anyone could properly fake you, my Lee!

I need you to stay somewhere safe, preferably within village walls if you are near an allied village! There is something afoot, and I have found myself hit with a mindtransfer jutsu of some sort! If you see me about, know that it is Iruka-sensei from the Academy and not actually me (though I am certain he would appreciate any and all hugs as well, if you should briefly forget!)

Be safe, Lee! And keep an eye on those you are with!

[tenten_san]

[ Prove that she's... ]

...You know, my threat on the Hokage is still good, if he ever hurts you.

[ Can you hear the deadpan, Gai? Is that proof enough for you?... ]

[morningpeacock]

	Tenten! That is sweet of you! Sensei is still very touched by your concern, though it is hardly necessary!
	And I was struck while I was outside the village training on my normal routine, so I must insist that you and your teammates exercise extreme caution and verify all your allies to the best of your abilities! While my switch was with an ally (and obviously not induced by Iruka himself) I am inclined to suspect that someone could use this chaos as cover for something dastardly!

[tenten_san]

It's always necessary With Iruka...

I'll be sure to keep a careful eye out for that. But where are you now, Sensei?

[morningpeacock]

I hardly think Obito will do anything to hurt me. Besides! I am very resilient! Yes! I now look like the Academy sensei! My hair has never been so long! Be safe, my precious student. I am in the village! I returned posthaste once I discovered what happened. I did not want to endanger Iruka's body any more than necessary! It would be rude to get him injured while I am custodian of his physical form! Besides, one should avoid going to into battle with a weapon (or a body!) that they are unfamiliar with, correct?!

[heavenly_earth]

My handwriting should be enough- you're the one acting suspiciously.

[And that mix of thinly veiled annoyance and calm rationality should be plenty proof enough of his identity. But the rest is hard to comment on, unexpected and a true security risk if he's ever seen one. Something only Yamanaka should be remotely capable of, and not even to such a degree]

As for your situation... where are you now? I can look you over with the Byakugan and attempt to verify the extent of this change.

[tenten_san]

There's more than one way to get hurt, intentionally or otherwise.

And Iruka-sensei? Is he back in the village too? You mentioned you were outside the walls training when it happened.

[morningpeacock]

I am not acting suspiciously, my very cynical student! YOU are acting rude!

I am within the walls of Konoha! I am currently at home and am considering visiting the Hokage as support, but I do not know the emotional ramifications or security in such a choice. Still, he might be interested in your opinion and insight into this matter, as well as that of a Yamanaka's, if you can find one in their own body. As for me, you are welcome to do as you please in your examinations, provided you do nothing to damage Iruka. I intend to take very good care of him while he is letting me borrow his body!

Neji, you will be especially careful, right? I do not have to tell you the danger it poses to you, your teammates, Obito, and the village as a whole if an ANBU is captured in this. [ He chooses to focus on Neji's ANBU clearance, not his Byakugan, and intentionally does not mention that, should Neji somehow be swapped with a known enemy, he fears the Main House might activate the Branch Family curse seal. ] Especially as I cannot guarantee that all of the people who have been switched are allies. Or even known to us. My adorable genius, please be on guard.

[heavenly_earth]

[That thought is incredibly sobering]

I'll come by then. And there's no need for concern about Iruka-sensei's body. I'll only be conducting a few painless tests. If I can't make much of it, it'll be down to the expertise of the Yamanaka.

And of course I'll be careful, but first- what makes you certain this isn't an isolated occurrence? Has it happened to anyone else?

[morningpeacock]

Alright. I have faith in you, Neji! If anyone can puzzle this out, it will be you! [ He hasn't yet noticed the seal itself, otherwise that declaration would include Tenten as well. ]

I suggest you message your cousin. Or perhaps messaging "Adela" would be more appropriate. Iruka and Adela were together at the time, so it might still be isolated. And I do not know then who the intended target among us would be, if there was one. Adela has been attacked before, and Hinata's importance is obvious. Mine only is if they trust to rumor, and I am not sure yet what relevant secrets Iruka may or may not have.

[heavenly_earth]

Hinata-sama..

[Well if it's with Adela, he can breathe a sigh of relief. Hyuuga can't really do anything to her body, except perhaps confine her to the compound if they find out Which he wouldn't necessarily argue with. Who knows what their intentions are]

Understood. I'll be sure to get in contact with them. I'm on my way.

[morningpeacock]

I am sorry.
But, thank you.

[awokentospring]

You have always had such confidence in me, Gai-sensei! There is no student more blessed than I!

Mindtransfer? Have the Yamanaka been informed of this development? Did Iruka-sensei manage to swap himself into your body? But then HOW ARE YOU WRITING TO ME DO YOU HAVE CONTROL OF YOUR BODY FOR ONLY A SHORT AMOUNT OF TIME WHAT IS GOING ON???

I will endeavor to do my best, as always! DO NOT FEAR FOR ME, GAI-SENSEI!!!

[senseiofthesea]

Maito-san, I hope that you realize that your handwriting is incredibly distinctive? I have read reports written in your handwriting before, so it's not new to me. Umino Iruka P.S. The tree I crashed into on being placed in your body is in very unfortunate shape. Just how fast were you going?

[thebestuchiha]

Gai,

So far only people outside the village walls have been affected. I'm me though. I'm going to say scarves and nothing else. Come see me, I need to examine the seal on you.

Obito

[morningpeacock]

WHAT?! IT IS NOT SO DISTINCTIVE!!! I AM A TRUE NINJA, MASTER OF THE ART OF DECEPTION! MINE IS BETTER THAN KAKASHI'S, AT LEAST! But you truly have a good eye for penmanship, Umino-san. Does the Intelligence Team know of your skills? I am sure they could use someone with such a keen eye! Are you somewhere safe? Do you require backup in any way? Is there anything I should be made aware of about being in your body? - Maito Gai PS HA! I was not even going that fast! It was a warm-up lap! But if you are interested sometime, Umino-san, I shall be happy to let you

[morningpeacock]

So others have been affected as well? You should know then, that Adela and Hinata have swapped, too. Who else has been affected? (Seal? I do not see any There is one, on my shoulder.) I will be happy to swing by. Neji inquired about offering his services and examining me. Should I invite him along? Is there anything else I can do to help you, Obito? Anything I can get you? Even if it is just lunch or a hug or companionship? -Yours, always, Gai

[morningpeacock]

I am the blessed one, to have a student such as you, Lee! I have not yet informed a Yamanaka, though I am certain our Hokage will have the clan's best minds on the task right away! As for how I am writing to you, I am in Iruka's body! His mind is in mine! So I have complete control over his body, it seems! And am writing with his hand! I know you will do your best, Lee! Be safe!