Inoiki Yamanaka

is a jōnin-level shinobi formerly of Konohagakure. Groomed to be apart of the storied Ino-Shika-Chō trio, the man bucked against the pre-determined fate set by his clan, noting his independence was of greater priority than being apart of something with constant comparisons to the past. Set on making his own way in the world, Ino chose to join the Anbu Black Ops, deciding that it would be the best way for him to establish his own existence, one not intertwined with clan politics or forebears. Making use of his mental capacities and strong foundation in genjutsu, Konoha ultimately elected him to monitor the madhouse that was Amegakure, noting that news from its borders remained non-existent since the Fourth War had ended. His objective was simple; to map the current landscape and pass on that information to the village so they could plan their next move. Little did he know that a young woman with a tragic past would soon complicate such affairs.