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[ura_no_ura]

[ Well, it seems he's got the basics down.

This isn't the afterlife, even if Kakashi's not entirely sure if he's actually still alive. And the wings don't do anything other than serve a mostly ornamental purpose. Which, in his book, means that they're completely useless and have about as much function as a second belly-button or a third nipple. Either way, they're itchy and uncomfortable and he had to cut holes in his flak vest so they weren't crushed against his body. A flak vest that was kindly delivered to him by his sensei, along with the rest of his gear. (He's only too relieved that it wasn't Naruto or Sakura or someone else who came across him when he was still in that relative state of undress -- what, without the mask and all.)

So here he is, fully dressed, with his journal-cum-communication device in his hand, flipped on. He supposes he should say hello this way since it would be easier to do this than to hunt down every shinobi of Konoha individually. It probably would also be useful for him to introduce himself to the rest of the network as well.

He's sitting on a tree stump while Minato goes off to do something IDEK ok and has his signature I Am Bored expression on his face. Or rather, lack of expression.

The edges of his wings, silver and tipped in black, flutter slightly. ]

Ah, is this thing on?

[ He brings the camera a little closer then, to make sure it's properly capturing him. Once he's sure, he raises a hand in something of a wave.

This is starting to feel like some sort of speed dating thing, minus the actual person sitting in front of him. Not that he's ever actually done speed dating, but he assumes that's how it'd work. ]

Yo. My name is Hatake Kakashi. I'm a shinobi by trade.

[ What does one say in introductions? Likes, dislikes, dreams, and hobbies? Ah, he supposes he can do that. ]

I'm not the kind of guy who talks about his likes and dislikes... My dreams are...hmm.... [ a beat ] none of your business. And I have many hobbies. None of which I want to tell you.

[ Another beat. ]

Any questions?

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[niceguypose]

[This genjutsu seems almost... educational! An educational genjustu... he never imagined such a thing! But then surely this is Gai-Sensei's work, to teach him an important lesson. Why else would this genjutsu take on the form of his most passionate and hippest rival?]

I can cause pain to myself! And that pain should snap me out of the illusion! Is that the correct solution?! [He's so excited, he pulls that kunai right out of the journal in preparation.]

[ura_no_ura]

[ Manipulating Lee into stabbing himself, as morbidly amusing as that might be, may have disastrous consequences and certainly not something Kakashi actually would want.

Therefore...

The strategy: Misdirect. ]

Ah, but that would be far too easy a solution, wouldn't it, when you haven't even tried the most basic one.

[niceguypose]

[He pauses for a moment, thankfully saved for the moment.]

The most basic? What do you mean, Genjutsu Kakaishi-Sensei? Could you speak of the skill of... genjutsu dissipation? [Is that the right answer will I get a gold star.]

[ura_no_ura]

Ah, but what must you do before you even attempt a genjutsu dissipation, Lee?

[niceguypose]

Well... First I would make sure that it is a genjutsu that I am facing.

[ura_no_ura]

And did you do that, Lee?

[niceguypose]

[A thoughtful pause, and...]

Yes! You confirmed that you are a genjutsu.

[ura_no_ura]

Would a genjutsu confirm that it is, in fact, a genjutsu?

[niceguypose]

When it is asked in that manner... I suppose that a genjutsu is not supposed to be forthcoming about its nature!

[ura_no_ura]

Mm!

[ Now he's starting to get it. ]

[niceguypose]

That would mean... that you are not a genjutsu. [He stares intently.]

[ura_no_ura]

So you're finally starting to catch on.

[niceguypose]

Precisely! After all... You have convinced me that you are most likely not a genjutsu!

And that...

[And his beady eyes widen, as if on a realization.]

That is what a genjutsu would truly want me to think!

HAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA

[ura_no_ura]

Ah, but then, who is casting this genjutsu? And of all things to make you see -- why me?

[niceguypose]

It's simple. [He grins broadly and counts off on his finger, delivering as if presenting the solution to an exam.] This could be the work of Gai-Sensei! What other figure would he choose to use in testing me than that of his own hip rival, Kakashi-sensei? And all just to test my knowledge of genjutsus! His thoughtfulness has no boundaries to speak of.

[ura_no_ura]

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[niceguypose]

Your silence... It must indicate I am onto something!

[ura_no_ura]

[ However do you manage to survive this long, Lee. ]

In that case, do you sense Gai's chakra, Lee? Is he anywhere near you? After all, in order for there to be a genjutsu, there must be a caster, correct?

[niceguypose]

I... I do not! But then again, I have never been particularly skilled at this area. And I cannot even imagine the limits of Gai-Sensei's abilities.

[ura_no_ura]

Are your teammates here?

[niceguypose]

Ah... Yes, they are! [Should he be telling this to a genjutsu.]

[ura_no_ura]

Perhaps you should ask them about it.

[niceguypose]

Yes! Perhaps I should! I am not sure of their current whereabouts, but I shall try to contact them! I... can only hope that they are not also ensnared within the same genjutsu. Could this be an exercise for the entire team?! [Gai-Sensei, you are so dastardly.]

Not here because Gai can't figure out how journals work but

[maito]

[ Lee ]

Not here because nothing's actually there

[niceguypose]

[ ARE YOU PROUD OF ME GAI-SENSEI]