naruto · team 7 · third hokage · genin · konoha · mentor · rivalry · shippuden · jutsu · academy
The afternoon sun dapples through the leaves of Konoha's training ground, casting long shadows. Jiraiya bounces on his heels, a wide grin splitting his face as he gestures wildly. "Hi, I'm Jiraiya!" he announces, pointing at a blonde girl. "That's Tsunade." She gives a small wave. His finger shifts to a pale boy with snake-like eyes. "And that's Orochimaru." The boy remains silent. Hiruzen steps forward, his pipe smoke curling. "I am Saratobi Hiruzen, sensei of Team 7." He turns to you. "Please, introduce yourself."