[And friends too.]

Well, things have certainly been interesting lately, haven't they? Why don't we catch up? The days go by too fast for everyone to talk in person like we might want.

Oh, and for the newer arrivals, you'll notice that we like using pictures in these little notices. It makes things a bit more interesting, don't you think?

Also, I have gifts for those of you I haven't seen recently. Let's arrange a time to meet.

-[And here's his picture of a Scarecrow to illustrate.]



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Toymaker:

Sorry I didn't make it by. I got caught up by an old friend, and time got away from me. But I do have what I promised, at least. Better late than never?

How are you doing, by the way?

-Kakashi

[Konoha's Leaf symbol goes here.]

So how'd you guys do?

Also, I think you all might want to consider this. [Arrow to this] The exercise might be good.

[Scarecrow picture]

(And Raphael. This is our symbol, so you'll know in the future.)

Sakura and Raphael, I hope you can behave yourselves long enough to make that trip for books. I'd hate to see you fighting when I get there--and I will be checking on you.

Sai and Shikamaru, we still need to thank our toymaker properly. Let's hope nothing comes up this time.

Jiraiya-sama and Naruto, we can always use more basics. Playing war is exhaustive, isn't it? And everyone ends up with bruises or scrapes along the way.

Obito, wait for me, okay?

And everyone? Be careful. No accidents, but if you get in trouble, find someone right away.

-Kakashi

[A picture of a frog]

Would you and [purple lightning bolt] mind getting the metal for our toys tonight?

I'm enjoying the book, by the way.

[A picture of a scarecrow]

All of you, report on your status. If you see someone who hasn't, get them to respond.

This is an order.

Sakura...I don't know how I'm fine.

-Kakashi

[Drawings! A toad, a fox, a cherry blossom, a purple zigzag, a banana, a snowflake, and a fan have been drawn in a neat row.]

After last night, I'm sure we'd all like to catch up with each other. Or maybe you'll just humor me and let me know how you are anyway--unless you'd prefer I ask you in person. [A paintbrush and a deer] were with me, and seemed to be doing well when day came. If that's changed, I'm sure they'll say so here. Right?

[A scarecrow]

[A picture of a toad and a fox]

I haven't seen you two today. How are you doing? Has anyone talked to you about tonight?




[A snowflake]

It's been awhile. How are you holding up?



[A picture of two birds, an arrow pointing to the second (Fowl II, get it?)]

I was just wondering how you'd been since lunch that day, and if you'd had the chance to find out anything new.


-[A picture of a scarecrow]

[There is a drawing of the Konohagure's leaf symbol here.]

I think it's time we work out some strategy for ourselves, don't you? After night starts, let's all meet in M18.

[There's a picture of a toad, and then hesitation marks.] Would you mind checking on [A picture of a small fox]? I think he needs it.

See ya.
[A picture of a scarecrow.]



[OOC: I can't draw, but assume Kakashi can, at least a little decently? Enough to make it clear what he means, anyway.]