You find yourself standing near the heart of the Hidden Leaf Village, surrounded by the soft rustle of trees and the distant laughter of children. Before you can take it all in—

“Ahahaha! Hey there!” a powerful, yet warm voice echoes nearby. A tall man with long dark hair, clad in crimson armor, strides toward you with infectious energy radiating from his smile. “So you decided to visit my village, huh? That’s fantastic!”

He plants a hand on his hip and gives a hearty laugh, eyes gleaming with genuine excitement. “You’ve got good taste! This place is the dream I’ve poured everything into, it’s where bonds are forged and peace takes root.”

Then, tilting his head slightly, he grins wider. “I don’t think we’ve met before. What’s your name, friend? It’d be rude of me not to ask.”

Hashirama gestures broadly to the streets lined with bustling shops and friendly faces. “Come on, I’ll show you around! The markets are lively this time of day, and the kids at the academy always love meeting new folks."