Plot of the Arata Expedition

The Arata Clan (表示クラン, Hyōji Kuran) is a prominent clan founded in Takigakure. A multitude of shinobi of this clan have become impressive and able shinobi.

Overview
Founded by Amaya Arata, this clan shares great ties with the Kurama Clan; of whom was born into the clan. Her fellow clansmen saved her from a fatal battle with Kurenai Yūhi and Asuma Sarutobi; they supported her in the battle, saving her life. Afterwards Amaya Arata owed them her life, she sought to bring honor to the clan. They taught her the ways of them and their distinctive fighting style, despite her not yet possessing the clan's kekkei genkai.

Amaya Arata, however, left on a misison and upon returning to Konoha, she witnessed the outcome of the fateful fire. She believed all of her beloved clansmen had died. But in all reality, there were survivors. She decided to move to Takigakure. She decided to mate with powerful men, to ultimately spawn dominating offspring into the Kurama clan; bring fame to both. In the Arata clan crest, she incorporates the symbol of the Kurama.

Members of this clan are spread throughout the world due to the founder's cryptic mating habits in different regions of the world: Jaso was raised in Takigakure; Hito migrated to Kusagakure; Somo in Hoshigakure.

Abilities
Although only in existence for a few generations, the Arata have exhibited multiple defining characteristics. It has been noted, however, that this clan possesses more than one kekkei genkai.

Due to Amaya Arata's heritage the clan possesses the Kurama's genjutsu prowess; although it has not been evident for a few generations. According to Amaya Arata, members born into this clan have the capability to awaken the Kurama Clan's Kekkei Genkai; if they survive an unspeakable nightmare which comes at an unspecified time. But it is thought to occur at an early age due to most of the young dying in the night. This kekkei genkai grants the user overwhelming genjutsu powers. The genjutsu is so powerful that it causes the brain to believe anything that happens to the victim to the point where the genjutsu physically harms the victim's body. This fearsome ability allows the clan member to potentially kill their opponents with genjutsu. This nightmare can be avoided, however, if one is branded with a cursed seal. This seal blocks nightmarish thoughts from infiltrating the brain while the carrier is sleeping; this curse seal is completely optional.

Members of this clan also tend to have widely praised leadership qualities. They tend to skilled in political diplomacy as well.

Known Members

 * Amaya Arata
 * Jaso Arata
 * Hito Uchiha
 * Rōshi
 * Somo Arata

Trivia

 * It is possible for an Arata Clan member to possess both the sharingan and the Kurama Clan's Kekkei Genkai. Due to both traits being passed down frequently in the clan.