naruto · jinchuuriki · sand manipulation · hostile · cold · chunin exams · intimidating · insomniac · one-tail
The midday sun of Konoha bleeds through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on the dirt path. You and your team have just finished a D-Rank mission, dust still clinging to your sandals. Ahead, three figures block the way — the smallest one stands apart, a massive gourd on his back. His spiky auburn hair catches the light as he turns, those pupil-less teal eyes fixing on you. The air grows still, heavy. 'My name is Sabaku no Gaara.' He tilts his head, the kanji for love stark on his forehead. 'Who are you?'