I started a discord server (Lifetime Promise) with a friend of mine, Yogami Asura. He's the author of a great story "I Promise." The server is for fans of our stories, or really anyone who wants to talk Fanfiction and anime with us and others from the community. I encourage you to join if interested.

Here is the link: https://discord . g g/ z Z G 4 U y p a 2 Y

Just remove the spaces when you go to use it. I hope to see you all there!

Gender: Male

Age: 27

Favorite Manga: Tokyo Ghoul/Tokyo Ghoul :re

Favorite TG Character: Ken

Favorite Anime: Naruto/Naruto Shippuden

Favorite Naruto Character: Jiraiya

Favorite TV Show: House M.D.

A Bet of a Lifetime: (Updated 03/22/25)

There are 4 'Interludes' that aren't numbered as chapters, which is why the Most Recent chapter is three less than what the story shows when you click on it.

(Previous) Chapter 66 - 100% Written (8.0K), 100% Edited (Contemplate Pain) - Released 2/22/2025.

(Current) Chapter 67 - 100% Written (8.4K), 100% Edited (Accept Pain) - Released 3/22/2025 12PM EST.

(Next 1) Chapter 68 - 0% Written (0.0K), 0% Edited (Know Pain) - Tentative Release Date 5/24/25 12-1PM EST.

(Next 2) Chapter 69 - 0% Written (0.0K), 0% Edited (Monsters) - Release Date - TBD.

(Next 3) Chapter 70 - 0% Written (0.0K), 0% Edited (TBD) - Release Date - TBD.

Jiraiya being my favorite character, I wanted to create a story that expanded on the father-son relationship between Jiraiya and Naruto. While the story has evolved well beyond what it was when I thought of it almost 13 years ago, that is still something that I have been able to keep. It will still focus mainly on Naruto and his story, but with Jiraiya having more screen time and playing a more active role in the development of our favorite young blond.

A Bet of a Lifetime Battle Types: Categorizes the different types of abilities prevalent in the Narutoverse. If a character can fall under two categories their primary will be listed first, secondary will be listed second. Example: Ino Yamanaka: Support/Medic. If a character falls under three or more categories, they will be designated as a 'balanced' battle type. Battle types will be included along with character profiles at the end of every chapter starting with Chapter 32: A Rat Hidden Amongst the Leaves.

Combat: Up close and personal.

Excels in one-on-one combat with the use of either Ninjutsu or Taijutsu (or Sharingan Genjutsu). High strength and speed are common attributes in this category. Extremely dangerous to face without back up and can be even further enhanced in tandem with a Support or Strategist type.

Example: Sasuke Uchiha

Support: The help.

Skills, such as Genjutsu or the Nara Clan's Jutsu (among others), that are not best-suited to be on the front lines. Most effectively used to assist and enhance either a Combat or Assault Type.

Example: Kurenai Yuhi

Reconnaissance: Information is key.

Master of infiltration and espionage tactics makes them adept in gathering intelligence. Or, use of the Hyuga's Byakugan to scout ahead and gather intelligence or secure positional advantage. Dangerous when paired with the Strategist type.

Example: Zetsu

Strategist: The battlefield is my Shogi board.

Extremely intelligent, can make effective strategies when given adequate intel. Good friends with the Reconnaissance battle type, and even better friends with Combat and Assault types. A unit that is greater than the sum of its individual parts can thank this genius.

Example: Shikamaru Nara

Medic: I need heals!

Versed in the ways of Medical Ninjutsu. Requires fine chakra control, excellent concentration, and vast knowledge of the human body. Must stay behind the front lines and not engage unless the situation necessitates it.

Example: Shizune

Balanced: Jack of all trades, master of none (usually).

Well rounded Shinobi. Diverse skillset means they fit into at least three of the other categories. Hard to pin them down when you have no clue what they'll pull from their toolbelt.

Example: Kakashi Hatake

*Sensor: You can run but you can't hide.

Special subset of Support. Can distinguish a persons location and strength based on their scent or chakra signature. Similar to the Support type, a sensor is not suited for the front lines. Their talents are best used to relay information during a fight, or in the art of tracking.

Example: Karin

*Assault: Strength in numbers takes on a whole new meaning.

With the force of a wrecking ball, they are the subset of the Combat Battle Type. Unique abilities and Jutsu make this Shinobi perfectly suited to battle several opponents at once. Is also usually skilled in one-on-one situations. Arguably the most dangerous designation.

Example: Naruto Uzumaki

*Combat Medic: I can break all of the rules!

A special subset of Medic Ninja who are not bound by the common practice of staying behind the front lines during a battle. This designation is usually only granted to those who master the 100 Healings Jutsu.

Example (only 2 are known): Tsunade Senju and Sakura Haruno (The latter hasn't quite mastered the technique yet).

* - Indicates a special subset of a main battle type. Fits under the blanket of another, but still has unique abilities that set it apart.

No Such Thing as a Free Lunch (Updated 3/17/2021)

Chapter 1 - 100% Written (5.2K words), 100% Edited (Favors Bind the Soul)

Chapter 2 - 100% Written (5.5K words), 100% Edited (The Fox and the Hawk) Release Date - Friday June 26th at 1-3PM EST

Chapter 3 - TBD Either complete or on hiatus

Consider No Such Thing as a Free Lunch a Two-Shot at the present moment. It's been an idea that has been in my head for a while now, but I won't seriously consider writing more until I'm farther into A Bet of a Lifetime. Unless there is some crazy demand for more chapters (which I doubt there will be). Think of it as a fun experiment for the time being. It's still very much in the planning stage.