Well, it might take some time to explain. The lands we come from are quite different…
[ Not only are there no clans where Ephemera is from, but humanity lives on different planets. And that's to say nothing of the differences in technology and culture. Still, Kisame considers for a moment, then makes an effort. ]
There are places called Hidden Villages where shinobi are born and trained. Most nations have such a village, although they vary in size and power. The strength of a Hidden Village generally determines the strength of that nation's military. So, it's in a nation's best interest to keep its village well-funded.
People pay the village for different services. Some are menial; others are things like espionage and assassination. Village leaders assign missions based on … [ a slight hesitation, ] … varying criteria. Once the mission is complete, the village receives payment.
cue me digging through volume 2 of naruto
[ Not only are there no clans where Ephemera is from, but humanity lives on different planets. And that's to say nothing of the differences in technology and culture. Still, Kisame considers for a moment, then makes an effort. ]
There are places called Hidden Villages where shinobi are born and trained. Most nations have such a village, although they vary in size and power. The strength of a Hidden Village generally determines the strength of that nation's military. So, it's in a nation's best interest to keep its village well-funded.
People pay the village for different services. Some are menial; others are things like espionage and assassination. Village leaders assign missions based on … [ a slight hesitation, ] … varying criteria. Once the mission is complete, the village receives payment.