The death of Hiruzen Sarutobi, third Hokage of the leaf has left a vacancy in the seat of Hokage. One that must be filled as soon as possible. The longer it lay vacant, the more threats the village faces as there is no leader to be unified under. With a choice seen as unconventional given the circumstances, just how will it turn out? The hope is for a long future, but it could lead to nothing more than a quick end to the village hidden in the leaves.