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[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

To the members of this community,

I am certain that everyone is aware of the importance in the entity of power. Logically, a certain amount of strength is necessary for survival.

However, history has proven many instances where people have succumbed to their greed of acquiring too much power. They can be easily led down the wrong path, and then left wandering around in the eternal darkness of their own creation. Power that exceeds reasonable limitations would likely cause fear and discontentment amongst many of the bystanders affected by the carrier.

And yet, in spite of knowing these dangers, people continue to have the desire to become stronger, and some pursue their goal relentlessly, regardless of the possible consequences.

Those of you that may have been affected by, or even experienced this ordeal, what would you be willing to risk, and perhaps even relinquish completely, in the pursuit of power? How does one decide which point is appropriate to stop?

Signed,
Gaara of the Desert

Comments

[2heads2killu.livejournal.com]

Oi, why do you need to know?

It's not like you could understand even if I told you.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Because I am curious.

Really. Can you be sure of that?

[Locked to Gaara]

[wannabesanta.livejournal.com]

Well, I use to think that but now I don't think it be the wisest idea... Why you ask, Gaara?

[Locked to Jack]

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Recently, there has been a great deal of discussion on this subject. I would like to gauge the general community's reaction.

[unluckychimera.livejournal.com]

I did something like that once. It's not worth it.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Oh? What did you do?

[sound_council]

Power is the only thing that matters in our world. Why would we ninjas not pursue it?

I do not wish to say that this is right, simply that it is how our world works.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Well. Do you believe there is a limit to how much power we should acquire? Is it endless?

[pandorabox]

I've never wanted power, I guess. I've always been fine with the way things are in my life.

But I have no problem stopping those who cross the line to gain power.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Hmm. You don't desire power to protect the people that are precious to you?

[edlaffsatyou.livejournal.com]

Yes, there is a point at which one must stop.

The Pridlands was once ruled by a king whom had killed his brother and asked us, his one-time allies, to kill his nephew, all to become king. He had promised the hyenas saftey and plenty of food, but the plan did not work and the Pridelands came close to being a wasteland. Just before his nephew, who had ran away returned to take the throne, he was so attatched to his power that he was willing to let both his own people and the hyenas starve to keep it.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

I see.

So you believe that the point of ceasing is when one causes other people to suffer.

However, that can be entirely dependent upon perspective as well, don't you agree?

[originaldragoon.livejournal.com]

In order to become a dragoon, I had to slay the Darkness Dragon. Other then training using my Dragoon Spirit, that was the extent to my search for power.

Though I have witnessed others over reaching themselves in order to gain power. Most cases, it does become their down-fall.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

What about a case in which a great deal of power is forced upon someone?

[peoplesprincess.livejournal.com]

Those who say that "it's not worth it" or "there is a point at which one must stop" obviously had power at one point, but were too weak to control it and hold it. For those people, then yes, it isn't worth it. As for the rest of us... well.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

A certain magnitude of power may not be worth the consequences. Would you be willing to sacrifice everything to remain powerful?

[empress-arcana.livejournal.com]

Pride goes before the fall. Attempts to gain unwise amounts of power will usually end in tragedy.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Unfortunately, that seems to be the result in numerous situations. Though I suppose people will never learn from their mistakes.

[keepitfrosty.livejournal.com]

Sounds like pushing past yourself to me. Never settling for your best, always trying to do better, listening to the notes others can't hear, y'know? It's the only way to become a true master at anything, if you ask me. Don't really care much for the whole power thing though, too easily corrupted.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Mmm, yes. Putting hard work and efforts is an important aspect.

But what if your best is insufficient?

[last-omega.livejournal.com]

Power is used to accomplish goals. Power must be gained by methods that do not impede progress towards goals.

For example, Dr. Eggman would most likely be capable of upgrading my weaponry; however, in the process, he would likely modify my programming to prevent me from proceeding with my mission to destroy his empire. This outcome would be unacceptable.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Some goals are virtuous, while others are selfish.

Really. Are you capable of overriding his programming somehow?

[dramadramadorf.livejournal.com]

Heh, there are many who do not deserve any power that they may have, or any at all.

There have been several obstacles in my path to obtain absolute power, fools who dare to stand before a god. Heh, they attempted to seal me away, and like idiots they thought that they had stopped me.

The only "appropriate" time to stop is when one has achieved their goal. It's a simple question.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Hmm. So you were sealed away for some time? Then how did you escape?

At whatever cost necessary, huh?

[anarchy-in-ny.livejournal.com]

I'd be happy with just enough power to turn my lights on.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

...I wasn't referring to that kind of power.

[decapitates.livejournal.com]

The fuck? you talk to much.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

...Who are you?

[uzumakis.livejournal.com]

Tch. Power is a stupid thing to risk anything for. But I bet you knew I'd think that way~

[ooc: djfklsjdkfd That icon reminds me of the fucking ghosts in House on Haunted Hill djfklasdjfklajsldfkasjdf.

And this hits too close to Sasuke for Naruto's comfort, ty :(]

baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaw i'm sorry Naruto D:> i swear those weren't Gaara's intentions

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Yes. I know, Naruto.

Nevertheless, I have doubts on occasion.

[sickartist.livejournal.com]

Not to quote Spiderman or anything, but with great power comes great responsibility.

No matter how powerful one individual gets, a group of them with even moderate powers have the potential to outlast. That's where the turn strength in numbers come from, that's why with every great leader, there's a rebellion of people that rise against and overthrow them.

It's all about knowing how to use the power you've worked so hard for, rather then abuse it.

Personally, as an artist, I view all strengths as equal, they just excell in different areas, you know what I mean? Of course, that's just me.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

...Spiderman?

Mmm... my villagers did not believe that, although it is certainly an interesting perspective.

Really.

[and-dont-blink.livejournal.com]

[ghostsnaps.livejournal.com]

I could risk my own safety, if it was really that important to get stronger. But not anyone else's.

Um, hey...I've been wondering about something, actually. How do the ninja in your world usually train?

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Johnny... I have been considering something.

Hmm? Well, it depends on what attribute we want to improve.

[shinra-pwnsjoo.livejournal.com]

If one does not have the resources that made them the elite within a society, why would the acquisition stop? Once the goal is obtained, then losses can be re-evaluated; there can never be regret.

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Is the goal always worth the most extreme sacrifices?

[Locked]

[seventh-gospel.livejournal.com]

...

I won't deny searching for power. Obtaining that power. Wanting, and needing, and hungering for the power to do what I must.

But it's like trying to hold onto sand. No matter how hard you clench your fist, it still slips through your fingers. But all you gotta do is pick up another handful, and keep it as long as you can.

No matter the cost.

[Locked to Bass]

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

...Hmm. Interesting.

I once had access to a great deal of power. However, I did not want to use that source. It was... unreliable.

(OOC: Gaara is amused by the sand reference. <3)

[createdpower.livejournal.com]

Beings should cease seeking power when this pursuit violates what is natural. They would be wise to do so when the power, once gained, can easily decimate them and their enterprises.

((Not that we're hitting close to home, here. He's got a kind of unique perspective, being the power that he's talking about!))

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Hmm. That is not so easy to determine...

(OOC: Gaara got an offer for power, and he's yet to decide whether or not he he wants to accept. It's making him wonder...)

[sassygirlsrock.livejournal.com]

Looks like all of us are questioning important thing related to power these days, right dear?

UHm... Asking your question, I suppose that sometimes is hard to knwo where you crossed the line. One thing is to need power to protect the people you care of, and another really different is to let the desire of power control your life. It's what it happened to Narissa (Edward's step mother), she was a queen, and not a bad one at all all this years but she become crazy in her desire of remain in the throne and get herself killed

[fifth-kazekage.livejournal.com]

Yes. It has caused me to wonder about a few certain aspects.

...Hmm. But it isn't simple to ascertain how much power is needed in order to protect those people.

(OOC: You hit it right on the nose. Good job! 8D This is related to what Gaara was REALLY thinking about.)