Okay, so maybe someone the same age as Akira (like a really random and cliche twin) or an older sibling? A long lost relative....what are your thoughts on a cousin from village of sand or something that came to the funeral (not saying there needs to be one) and decided to stay and help watch the little ones?

A cousin may be a little easier to work with since he or she could be the same age as Akira. Maybe a cousin with close relations with the family so that they are acquainted with the village from visits?

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He or she could just come for a random visit and help out? Would Jordoon like some assistance with the battling since it seems that a gennin is out all alone without any help now that his instructor is saving someone else?

YAY! I finally got in some good brainstorming time!
(yeah...real good)
Is that sarcasm?
(nope)
...-.-"
(I love you too)
...o.O"

Thoughts anyone? Please? (waits anxiously) Help? Advice? Ideas?