Hi I actually like the way you focus on the characters and their...I guess the term would be their development as a person. I like seeing the vulnerable side in Naruto's characters that are normally not shown in fanfiction (especially anko). Or if shown, are executed horribly.

Sorry just an add-on to my previous comment. That's all. Cheers!

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Hey someone actually decided to incorporate anko's hobby of tea ceremonies. I always wondered why not much fanfic writers decided to put that in their story when putting anko in their fics. It's a really nice way of showing anko's more feminine aspects that is not femme fatale.

I loved this chapter. There wasn't a lot of action this time around, but we got to see so much development for the characters and you've set up so much for the future, and that's what chapters like this are for. Raphael got to see Anko's soft side, Naruto is truly hitting puberty (or should I say it's the other way around), Hiruzen declared his plans to retire again, and the Assassins have a new weapon. I haven't played Unity myself, so I'd never seen that weapons before, but I plan to keep it in mind for my own AC story. All and all, a congenial chapter that has me on the edge of my seat waiting for more!

It’s nice to see everyone getting along

I don’t really understand what Raphael has been doing for 7 years that he has improved from being able to defend against a jounin which would end in his defeat to still being defeated? Obviously not all jounin are equal but are you really telling me anyone but gai or Kakashi could beat him out of jounins?

loved the Anko fluff in this chapter! please ignore any reviews who accuse you of writing her out of character (because I know someone willI think it's good that you're giving her this softer side. I like how you included the Phantom Blade, and the reasoning behind it is solid. Hope life stabilizes for you soon.

If this samurai plot is serious I really wonder how nerfed chakra is... like I don’t think I’ve seen a single jutsu of any real strength.

wondering if we'll ever see what Raphael has trained in with chakra, what his nature, or any specializations.

Nicely done.

The third hokage needs a vacation.

Nice! An update and you make reference about previous assasin's creed weapons and Desmond descendants. How will Raphael react if he meet Shay Cormac or possible his descendants. I know it impossible but every person can dream. Anyway keep it up.

Nice work! Can’t wait for more!

good chap

I like how this chapter went. The tea ceremony was a surprise but I really liked how things seem to have gone there from what little I myself know about them. I do remember a few anime shows that had them but can’t remember to much about them sadly. I also think it was in a movie as well. Karate kid maybe?

I like how you had Naruto come up with the new hidden blade addition in this story. It really seems like it will work out great with there jobs especially for those who like the bow most. I wonder how you’ll go about using it later on in the story.

I really like the idea for them to wear ANBU style masks when there doing there assassin duty. I wonder what masks everyone will end up going with and how that might play out later on as well. I’m not sure if I’m hoping for Naruto to chose a fox or not though. I have mixed feelings there. Toad maybe?

I do wonder if it would be a good idea to have Naruto Fuu and Yugito living together or right next door though. I really hate the idea that Naruto has people around for him but he still lives all on his own. That always bugged me in stories like these for some reason. Sucks not having anyone there for you at home when your a kid.

I do have to wonder if Fuu will become an assassin at some point. I’m having trouble seeing how that might work out if she does given she can fly when she chooses to. Always awesome when she does though. Best part of having Nanabi sealed inside of her I think.

It really sucks with how difficult things have been for you. Never a fun thing to have to deal with. Just try not to push yourself to hard when trying to get things done though. You don’t want to burn yourself out.

I’ll be looking forward to reading the next chapter of this story when you get the chance to post it. I can’t wait to read what you have in mind and how things are going to turn out. Especially at the summit meeting. Not sure what ti expect when that happens.

Good luck with everything that’s going on for you and try to stay safe. Take care and thanks again for taking the time to update this story.

Raphael and Anko showing the softer sides of each others feelings for one another after the tea ceremony. And Donzo getting a big fuck you from Hiruzen and Tsunade about the position of Hokage.

Nice chapter, I can't wait to see Fuu adapt to living in Konoha. I hope she makes friends quickly, especially with Naruto. I can see them becoming sibling figures easily. I love the Phantom Blade, but building on it can they do a senbon spray type device? I can see that being even better for use in hallways and narrow areas where enemies can't dodge.

Sarutobi going to a Kage summit... is it wrong I want to see Onoki and him both start sniping at the younger Kage and making stereotypical old man jokes at them. They probably loath one another, but they survived all three Great Ninja Wars so if someone implies they're not fit I can see them teaming up to verbally tear the young whippersnapper a brand new ass hole.