======Massimo Yome====== {{:sp:massimo1.png_2.png?325|}} ----- ^ Personal Details || ^ NAME | Massimo Yome | ^ BORN | 10 B.V.E | ^ AGE | 24 | ^ KILLS | 100+ | ^ ALLEGIANCE | Sungakure | ^ STATUS | Dead | ^ Reigned| 13 V.E - 14 V.E | ^ Quote | Fool, know your place. | ^ Predecessor | Aika Yome | ^ Successor | Shred Houki | ---- =====Beginnings===== ## Born 10 B.V.E, Massimo Yome was a prodigy born at the prime era of Tall Yome. A charismatic and childish boy, he grew up misunderstanding what it meant to be a part of his heritage. From a young age, Massimo Yome demonstrated exceptional talent, fighting valiantly alongside the forces of Sunagakure. He learned invaluable lessons from Baal Yome and Raul Yome about the heritage and origins of the Yome Clan. Although interested, he became misunderstanding of his heritage and the honor it took shape in. A dishonorable way to act as a Yome. As Massimo grew, his need for battle was almost nonexistent, but unmatched with-in combat. Massimo would be chosen for the Chunin Exams at just the age of 8. Proving himself by first obtaining both scrolls for his team, then winning his one-on-one fight with Akane Uchiha, defeating him in battle easily and being granted the rank of Chunin. Driven by a burning desire to become one of the Great Yomes, Massimo was chosen to participate in the prestigious Land of Iron Jonin Exams. In these trials, he battled against the Kenrai, standing side by side with his closest friend, Kaneva Uchiha (Ringu). During a pivotal moment in the conflict, Massimo saved the life of Blare Yuki, the Shogun's daughter, solidifying his reputation and emerging with newfound power. =====Growing Confidence===== After the exams, Massimo left Sunagakure to live with Ringu in the Hidden Leaf Village, where he honed his skills, mastering the formidable Total Rage technique. There, he formed strong bonds with his new friends, but tragedy soon struck. Without Massimo’s knowledge, the Leaf Village launched a surprise attack on Sunagakure, leading to the death of his former Kage and mentor. Massimo, torn between grief and anger, found himself at a crossroads. As Massimo ventured, he would stop by The Hokage, and his Assistant for 3 years, learning and heeding lessons taught in a different manner than Sungakure. Massimo would be riddled with confusion about this choice. The situation grew even darker when his new friends and Kage, Rui Hyuga and Zeno Hyuga, fell in battle against a cult. Overwhelmed by confusion and fury, Massimo left the Leaf Village, seeking to rediscover his purpose in Sunagakure and fulfill his dream of becoming a Great Yome. He trained under Mad Uchiha to master the deadly Kickstyle technique and gained further wisdom from the 2nd Kazekage, Aetamos Yome. Along the way, Massimo forged new bonds and mentored young Shinobi in the values of Sunagakure. Yet, fate dealt him another devastating blow when he lost nearly everyone, he held dear, saving only Raiden Yuki from the ruins of their battles. With his heart hardened by loss, Massimo swore to become stronger—to protect his village, his people, and his loved ones. He vowed that the mistakes of the past would never repeat themselves, and that he would never again lose those closest to him. =====The 4th Kazekage===== Massimo Yome was named the 4th Kazekage after Aika Yome chose to step down following a long and esteemed tenure. Under Massimo's leadership, Sunagakure experienced a period of growth and prosperity. He spearheaded a large rally for the village, promising—and ultimately delivering—a brighter future for the Yome Clan and ensuring that future generations would thrive. His efforts didn't only benefit the Yome; other clans also flourished during his short reign. Massimo worked to restore many expeditions to the Land of Tea, a homeland for many native Sand Clans, further strengthening alliances and ties. Throughout this time, Massimo grappled with the weight of leadership, gradually coming to understand the true cost of loss and the strength that can arise from it. He began to realize the meaning of an honorable death, accepting that sacrifice is often a part of growth. As he grew as an individual, his village did along with it. Sunagarden relevancy was slowly largened, and former enemies were turned friends. Massimo would also partake in a prolonged war with Kirigakure, taking different initative to stop conflict. After what could be percieved as a win for Sungakure, Kirigakure would trade 3 Jonin, for a Shibuki. This would see the return of Pew Uchiha, this began solidifying Massimo, as a Great Kage. Regardless, of his view on being a Great Kage, he had something else he wanted to be a great of. =====A Great Yome===== In 16 V.E., Sunagakure was attacked preemptively by unknown creatures, terrifyingly powerful and capable of causing massive destruction with nothing more than a roar. These beasts were believed to have come from a foreign land, and despite their overwhelming power, Massimo leaped into the fray. As he fought, he thought of the boy he once was and what he might have said if he could see the man he had become. Massimo held off two of the creatures long enough for reinforcements from neighboring villages to arrive, but the toll of the battle proved too much. He succumbed to his injuries, passing away in 16 V.E. as a Great Yome, having defended his village until his final . . .breath. Brought by Ringu Uchiha, Massimo was buried in the Land of Tea, honoring a truly Great Yome. {{:sp:massimo2.png?900|}} //Massimo in his office. //