Thread:Dal101/@comment-24588326-20140822222322

1. Why is your character obtaining Sage Mode and/or Cursed Seal?


 * Sotto finds sage mode related to his own earth release. He wanted to bond with the earth to understand the earth in order to become better in using it. He believed that sage mode is a way of connecting wit the earth as it is based on natural energy and earth being a force of nature.

'''2. How will your character learn Sage Mode? Which animal will they learn it from?'''


 * Sotto will not learn it from an animal, he would learn it from Sannoto Senju in their travels.

'''3. Initially, will your character have access to an Imperfect Sage Mode or a Perfect Sage Mode? If Imperfect, will it progress to a Perfect Sage Mode?'''


 * Perfect as he would be guided to it by someone who already mastered Sage mode, making the process of learning much easier.

'''5. Briefly detail what your plans are, at the moment, for your character if he/she is approved for Sage Mode and/or Cursed Seal? What will they do with it? How will they improve or utilize it in a fashion that is unique to them, rather than a rehash of canon character usage or maybe even other fanon characters?'''


 * Sotto's Sage mode is a signature of his bonding and oneness with the earth. Standing still and being firm and stable, just like the earth. So his sage mode serves the purpose of character development. As for his way of utilization, he will merely use it to enhance his physical attributes and Genjutsu. He would learn the use of natural energy and its strength and begin to use natural energy itself against his opponents by surging it into their body, turning them to solid stone. He would use it in conjunction with his nintaijutsu in order to enhance the strength of his earth techniques and his physical strength. 