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If you’re looking for something to read, come and check out our latest round of fic recs! The theme this time is… Seals Master Iruka Umino!

We would also love to know if you have any other recs, or have written something yourself, that fits the theme!

We hope you enjoy this edition!

#kakairu fic recs #kakairu.rocks #seals master iruka umino #kakairu fanfic #kakairu #kkir #kakashi x iruka #hatake kakashi #umino iruka

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Hi! Are there any upcoming events planned?

Thanks for the question! Yes, there are, indeed! We just announced our next event, the KakaIru Maze Challenge 2024! You can find more details HERE.

We should also be hosting another Doodle Drabble Night soon, so please keep an eye out for our posts!

#answered ask #kakairu events #kakairu maze challenge 2024

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Hey guys! The KakaIru Maze Challenge is back; and Kakashi & Iruka need your help again, navigating though the dark, endless tunnels, and getting past all the obstacles!

They're still planning the details with Tsunade, so you can't sign up just yet; but they have prepared an outline of the mission based on their last journey through one of these mysterious mazes that randomly appeared in Konoha!

Mission Details:

You will be given a maze that has Kakashi at the beginning, and Iruka at the end. The goal will be for you to help Kakashi find his way to Iruka. To do this, you must figure out the path to reach him. But there’s a catch...

Scattered throughout the maze will be different symbols, which mark a trap or other danger that Kakashi has to face to continue on. Each symbol represents a different prompt, which will be listed in a key below the maze; and the only way Kakashi can get past is for you to make a creation for the prompt that is blocking him. 

Once you have finished creating something for all the prompts along the path, Kakashi will reunite with Iruka, and you will have completed the challenge! 

Guidelines:

If there are multiple paths on your maze, you can choose whichever route you like to get to Iruka, even if it’s the long way around!

You do not have to draw the path you’ve decided to take, you only have to create something for the prompts you come across along it. 

You can make creations for as many prompts as you like, but you must get all the prompts along the path to Iruka to win the challenge.

Minimum requirements: 100 words for fics, completed sketch for art. 

Chapter fics don’t need to be complete to count!

Creations will be accepted in any language! 

If you finish your maze, you can contact mod @kakairu-shrine​ for another one to do!

Rules:

All content must be created for this event – old/ recycled work will not be allowed.

This is a KakaIru event, so all works must be endgame KakaIru.

Triggering, sensitive & NSFW content must be tagged appropriately. If it isn’t, we will not share it. 

Timeline:

1st June: Theme reveal & sign ups open

30th June: Sign ups close

1st July - 31st August: Creation period

September: Masterpost full of wonderful creations is released! And a secret surprise ;)

More information will be announced as Kakashi & Iruka finalise the details!

In the meantime, if you have any questions about the KakaIru Maze Challenge, please don't hesitate to contact us!

#kakairu maze challenge 2024 #kakairu.rocks #signal boost #kakairu events #naruto events #kakairu maze challenge #kakairu #kkir #kakashi x iruka #hatake kakashi #umino iruka

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Hey, all! We hope you’ve had a great month! I’m a bit late, but it’s that time of week again, where we do a Meta Monday or Naruto Poll; and this time, we’re getting Meta!

Our last one was about Kakashi & Iruka’s favourite flowers; and in the time that has passed since then, we also opened a new Naruto poll about who likes The Sims!

But now it’s Kakashi & Iruka discussion time; and this week, we want to know:

What mundane things are Kakashi & Iruka passionate about?

Is Iruka an expert in chalk, and could go on and on about the pros & cons of all the brands and types he’s tried? Does Kakashi drag Iruka to store after store as he searches for the perfect pair of chopsticks, or to find a replacement for an old pot or pan? Perhaps the two of them get into arguments about which cleaning solution or type of sponge works better?

Or maybe they don’t care about that at all; and anything/anything decent will do?

What do you think? Let us know in this thread!

If you want to read other Meta Monday discussions, check out our other posts here, or make your own post if there is a certain meta topic you want to discuss!

We look forward to chatting with you on the forum!

#meta monday #kakairu.rocks #kakairu headcanons #kakairu discussion #kakairu #kkir #kakashi x iruka #hatake kakashi #umino iruka

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Hey, all! We hope you’ve had a great month! It’s that time of week again, where we do a Meta Monday or Naruto Poll; and this time, we’re getting Meta!

Our last one was about who makes the cheesiest jokes; and in the time that has passed since then, we have also opened a new Naruto poll about who eats takeaway more than they cook!

But now it’s Kakashi & Iruka discussion time; and this week, we want to know:

What are Kakashi & Iruka's favourite flowers?

Does Kakashi like roses, for the romantacism that comes with them, of stuff he's read about in all his Icha-Icha books, or does he like the pop of colour that tulips bring, that remind him of the good in the world? Does Iruka love sunflowers and the way they seem to smile at him, or is he fond of wildflowers, and the memories they bring of making and wearing flower crowns?

Or perhaps do neither of them have a favourite flower, and just like flowers in general, instead?

Let us know in this thread!

If you want to read other Meta Monday discussions, check out our other posts here, or make your own post if there is a certain meta topic you want to discuss!

We look forward to chatting with you on the forum!

#meta monday #kakairu.rocks #kakairu headcanons #kakairu discussion #kakairu #kkir #kakashi x iruka #hatake kakashi #umino iruka

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Hey guys! Our Creator Spotlight is back, but this time we’ve changed things around.

Firstly, we’re no longer seeking out individual creators for interviews, as the process of finding someone willing to participate, interviewing them, and then sharing their answers in our posts was particularly time-consuming; and whilst we’re glad that we were able to highlight some amazing people and their creations, it just wasn’t a sustainable thing for us.

So now, we’d like to open up the Creator Spotlight to all KakaIru creators, to find out a bit about everyone; and hopefully (most definitely) find more creations to add to our bookmarks & indulge in!

We will be doing this every three months, as opposed to monthly; and unlike last time, when there was a standard set of interview questions, this time, the questions will be themed!

And the theme for our very first Creator Spotlight of the year is… Firsts!

What was your first ever KakaIru creation? Do you like it, or is it at least meaningful to you in some way? How long ago did you create it? And how much has your style changed since then?

Let us know HERE!

You don’t have to answer all the questions, they’re only a guide - just tell us whatever you like about your first creation! And please, please don’t hesitate to link anything!

Note: if yours is NSFW or Dark, as per our guidelines, and you want to share it, please do so on our 18+ thread!

#creator spotlight #kakairu.rocks #firsts #kakairu discussion #kakairu fanart #kakairu fanfic #kakairu #kkir #kakashi x iruka #hatake kakashi #umino iruka

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Hey guys! We are excited to announce that the masterpost for KakaIru Valentine’s Week 2024 is ready to share!

But before we show you the list, we want to thank everyone who participated in the event. All your creations were amazing, and we were excited to see each and every one of them! 

Here are this year’s stats:

- Total number of creations: 30

Fics: 18

Art: 12

- Total word count: 144 487

- Most inspiring prompt: Love Potion

- Least inspiring prompt: Love Languages

Once again, thank you all so much for contributing, and helping keep the kakairu love alive!

And now, here is the list of wonderful creations! Please indulge to your heart’s content, and give some love to all these amazing creators!

Day 1: Meet cute and Found family 

Encontros Adoráveis, a sweet fic in Portuguese by @bansheeangel

Rating: Gen, CW: None, Word count: 3.5k

Lost and Found Family, a hilarious fic by @dilly-oh

Rating: Teen, CW: None, Word count: 2k

Amazing art, by @ritartist42

Day 2: Love potion and TLC 

True Love, a fantastic fic by @my-private-tsukuyomi

Rating: Teen, CW: None, Word count: 6.1k

A Potion for the Ages, a wonderful fic by @mtnikolle

Rating: Teen, CW: None, Word count: 1k

Raw, a deep fic by @kakairu-shrine

Rating: Mature, CW: dub con (not sexual), PTSD, heavy angst, Word count: 6.7k

Lovestruck, a sweet fic by @kakairu-shrine

Rating: Teen, CW: light unwanted advances, Word count: 16.7k

A funny comic, by @dilly-oh

Wonderful art, by @ritartist42

Day 3: Crushes and Idiots in Love 

Crush, a great fic by @dilly-oh

Rating: Teen, CW: None, Word count: 2.6k

Stalker, an amusing fic by @kakairu-shrine

Rating: Teen, CW: None, Word count: 8.4k

Excursion, a cute fic by @kakairu-shrine

Rating: Gen, CW: None, Word count: 3.4k

Cute art, by @ritartist42

Day 4: Ballads & Poetry and Shall We Dance? 

Adults, a sweet fic by @kakairu-shrine

Rating: Mature, CW: implied underage drinking, Word count: 7.5k

A great comic, by @dilly-oh

Adorable art, by @ritartist42

Day 5: Exes and Memories 

Sometimes Goodbye Is a Second Chance, a wonderful fic by @paxohana

Rating: Teen, CW: None, Word count: 9k

Healing, a tender fic by @kakairu-shrine

Rating: Mature, CW: heavy angst, PTSD, mentions of abuse, mention of non & dub con, Word count: 6.6k

A great text meme, by @dilly-oh

Wonderful art, by @ritartist42

Day 6: Love Languages and Secrets 

Truth Be told, a sweet fic by @kakairu-shrine

Rating: Teen, CW: None, Word count: 2k

Gimme a Break, a wonderful fic by @dilly-oh

Rating: Teen, CW: None, Word count: 1.5k

Lovely art, by @ritartist42

Day 7: Happily Ever After and Valentine’s Day 

The Cursed Prince, a thrilling fic by @kakairu-shrine

Rating: Mature, CW: graphic depictions of violence, gore, heavy angst, suicidal thoughts, temporary MCD, Word count: 51k

Adorable art, by @snufkepo

Sweet art, by @dilly-oh

Wonderful art, by @ritartist42

Amazing art, by @renegad3rogu3

Other: Many Prompts

Teaching Pains, a great fic by @virtualcarrot

Rating: Teen, CW: None, Word count: 8k (so far)

KakaIru Valentine’s Week 2024, a wonderful fic by @hkandiu

Rating: Gen, CW: None, Word count: 7.6k

If we have missed you, or made a mistake somewhere, please let us know ASAP so we can fix the problem!!!

Thank you to everyone who participated, and to everyone who has supported us! Without you, we wouldn’t have been able to run Valentine’s Week, so we really appreciate your involvement 🥰

If you still need more KakaIru after this, come and check out the Kakairu Rocks forum, where we have plenty more for you to see & do!

Thank you very much! We hope to see you around!

#kakairu valentine's week 2024 #kakairu.rocks #event masterpost #kakairu events #naruto event #kakairu fanfic #kakairu fanart #kakairu #kkir #kakashi x iruka #hatake kakashi #umino iruka

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AHH! How did we not see this?! This is so good! Kakashi and Iruka look adorable together on their little date, and they seem so into each other, and look so relaxed and comfortable ❤️

I love Kakashi's wink, and how Iruka is holding his arm; and the subtle detail in Iruka's hear with the tiny hearts is so cute! I bet this was one amazing date!

Thank you so much for sharing such amazing work with us, and sorry we didn't find it until now! ❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕

Happy Valentines Day!

#kakairu valentine's week 2024 #kakairu.rocks #valentine's day #kakairu fanart #absolutely adorable!

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Thank you all for joining us for KakaIru Valentine’s Week 2024!

We've had a blast, and loved seeing each & every one of your creations, but unfortunately, it's time to say that the ao3 collection is officially closed, and we will no longer be accepting or sharing work for the event.

The fun isn’t quite over yet, though, as we will be sharing a masterpost soon, with a list of all this year’s amazing creations; so please keep an eye on our socials for that announcement!

KakaIru Valentine’s Week will return next year, and we hope to see you there!

In the meantime, though, if you’re looking for something to do, pop on over to the forum, where we host a variety of other fun kakairu activities for everyone!

We look forward to seeing you around!

#kakairu valentine's week 2024 #kakairu.rocks #event end #thank you for joining us #kakairu event #kakairu #kkir #kakashi x iruka #hatake kakashi #umino iruka

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This is wonderful, with a nice hidden surprise for the final one! Both versions are great; and Kakashi & Iruka certainly look like they're about to enjoy a happily ever after, and are ready to pounce XD I also love Kakashi's fangs/dog teeth making him look more wild; and Iruka with his hair out always looks amazing! Not to mention that little sneak peek under the cut 😏

Thank you for sharing yet another fantastic creation with us! ❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕

And the big finalé...prompt 7 - Happily Ever After~

The "clothes" don't really look like clothes for obvious reasons the real one is under the keep reading if you want to see it. I personally don't consider it nudity, but be warned I guess

Huge thanks one final time to @kakairu-rocks I had so much fun~

#kakairu valentine's week 2024 #kakairu.rocks #kakairu fanart #happily ever after #absolutely fantastic!

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This is so good! I can tell that Iruka is sharing something really juicy, given how Kakashi isn't even pretending to read anymore, and is focused completely on him. He would get so much gossip, both from friends who hear & spread rumours, and from the sources themselves, who trust him with their secrets; and I bet Kakashi usually doesn't care about rumours since they're not necessarily fact, but coming from Iruka, it's got to be true, given his nature, so he is completely 100% invested.

Thank you for sharing such lovely work with us! ❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕

Prompt 6 - Secrets

I'm sorry I just threw this together and almost forgot to post

Love the notion of the ninjas gossiping constantly

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#kakairu valentine's week 2024 #kakairu.rocks #kakairu fanart #secrets #so good!

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Hey, all! We hope you’ve had a great month! It’s that time of week again, where we do a Meta Monday or Naruto Poll; and this time, we’re getting Meta!

Our last one was about who starting crushing on the other first; and in the time that has passed since then, we also opened a new Naruto poll about who has a creative mind!

But now it’s Kakashi & Iruka discussion time; and this week, we want to know:

Who makes the cheesiest jokes?

Is Kakashi a fan of dad jokes and silly things like that, or does Iruka love a play on words and throw puns out there all the time? Does Kakashi grab a dictionary to find words specifically so he can challenge him, and make better puns?

Or do they both groan at any attempt to make the other laugh or grin with the cheesiest, dumbest jokes out there?

Let us know in this thread!

If you want to read other Meta Monday discussions, check out our other posts here, or make your own post if there is a certain meta topic you want to discuss!

We look forward to chatting with you on the forum!

#meta monday #kakairu.rocks #kakairu headcanons #kakairu discussion #kakairu #kkir #kakashi x iruka #hatake kakashi #umino iruka

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Such an interesting fic so far!

[KKIR] Modern AU - Teaching Pains Pt3

Part 2

Prompt 3: Crushes

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Not one to forget his manners, Iruka takes the time to thank Izumo for his update on the latest developments before stomping up the hallway with a resounding scream.

"Kakashi-sensei !”

The door damper at the teachers’ lounge is a familiar enemy to him. He still gives it the good old college try, but as usual there’s only frustration to be found instead of any actual thudding.

Still, his entrance is impactful enough that Suzume takes one look at him, adjusts her glasses, and makes herself scarce.

At the desk he’s claimed for himself, behind a small succulent and a figurine of a brown pug with a vest and headband, Kakashi perks up.

“Iruka-sensei!” he all but chirps in greeting.

“Do not ‘Iruka-sensei’ me, you know what you did. Setting fire to your classroom!” He hears his throat strangle the words in horror even as he says them. “What were you thinking?!”

“That it was an excellent teaching opportunity.’’

“A fire?!”

“In my defense, it was a controlled one.’’

“You had to put it out with a fire extinguisher!”

“Yes? that's what those are for, Iruka-sensei, it's right there in the name.”

For a brief moment, Iruka contemplates committing unspeakable acts of violence.

In the end, he pulls a chair to sag into. The backrest is low, and he sinks down with his legs spread until it meets the back of his neck. With his head thrown back, the sight of the ceiling proves to be a blessedly neutral balm to his frayed nerves.

A bit bright, though.

He throws an arm across his eyes with a groan. “Please tell me you at least cleared it with Hiruzen-sensei.”

A huff of laughter makes him fear the worst.

“I did,” Kakashi says, with the sort of casual mirth which drives Iruka to understand that Hiruzen, distracted by the study of one or another item of his personal collection of ancient books and shodō scrolls, gave some form of blanket approval.

He heaves a long sigh at the thought, slowly unwinding from his outburst. Kakashi lets him be, humming to himself as he jots down something likely unrelated to the grading he’s supposed to be doing, perhaps the answer to a crossword or the solution to one of the outlandish logic puzzles he’s fond of tearing out of magazines. Some fights aren’t worth the bother, Iruka has learned over the months since they started working together. He can let the man have some hobbies. So long as Kakashi’s writing then he’s not busy reading tawdry erotica out in the open.

Iruka lifts his arm tiredly to shoot an accusing look.

“You're going to give me so many gray hairs,” he complains.

Going by the creases of his visible eye, the idea seems to amuse Kakashi greatly. “Can’t say I see what's so wrong about that.”

And, saying that, he tilts his head in a way that makes his own hair flutter.

The sight is almost entrancing, gravity defying spikes catching the light in thin threads of silver. Of course Kakashi doesn't mind having gray hair. It suits him, in a roguish way, gives him an air of distinction that is far too appealing.

Shit.

Iruka’s been getting far too comfortable.

He pulls himself into a more conventional sitting form. Kakashi seems to take that as a sign he’s open to communicate with.

“Admit it,” he taunts, crow’s feet tight at the corner of his eye, “you wish you’d seen it.”

Iruka gives him a flat look to make up for the smile he can't hold back in response and he takes possession of the #1 Dog pencil-holder mug on the desk in retaliation. “I still might. By tonight, someone will have uploaded it, if it hasn’t already been, boasting about having the coolest teacher ever.”

Kakashi’s eye loses all playfulness. “Jealous?” he asks, but it doesn’t sound like a dig at Iruka. If anything, in the sudden weight of his gaze, Iruka could almost see a form of concern.

“No,” Iruka lies, watching the pencils tilt as he turns the mug in his hands. “You’ve been doing good work with the kids, you know,” he adds, because that at least is true. “Naruto’s improved by leaps and bounds thanks to you. I’m glad you’re here.”

When he looks up, Kakashi’s smiling at him again. His expression looks softer, almost fond.

“They do look up to you,” Kakashi says, reaching to pick the mug and replacing it with another, which has been steaming by his elbow. “It’s just easier to work with them in small groups. I leave the wrangling of full classrooms of teens to the professionals. Couldn’t pay me to do it.”

 Iruka brings the mug to his lips, only to pull a face and away. It’s the blasted brew of their terrible coffee maker. “I don’t know how you drink this stuff without any sugar, honestly.”

“It builds strength of character,” Kakashi quips instantly, tugging down his mask as he retrieves his drink. “Which you’ve got more than enough of already,” he adds as if to reassure Iruka, barely hiding a smirk as he drinks.

Iruka can’t help the upturn of his own lips at the words.

“I wouldn’t say you’re lacking,” he says with a huff.

“Clearly you'd be wrong. Haven’t been granted my school trip yet.”

It’s a tired argument but Iruka can’t help the need to make his case yet again. It’s unclear that all parents could pay for it, for starters, and that's not taking into account the students without. While Sasuke’s grades have earned him an additional scholarship, Naruto would be absolutely devastated to be left behind.

“You know we don’t--”

“--have the funds, the school’s open to orphans, the state doesn’t cover that, yes, yes, I know,” Kakashi finishes. There’s mild frustration in his voice but he doesn’t sound argumentative. More like he gets Iruka’s point, for all that he’s not fond of what makes it true.

For that, Iruka can’t help but give him a grateful smile.

“We’re waiting for a grant. Maybe next semester,” he says.

If he’s honest, he’d quite like to go on that school trip to the observatory himself. Kakashi has pretty much sold him on its merits and, well, he’d be a very foolish man indeed to miss the opportunity of listening to a lecture by professor Hatake himself.

He shakes the thought clear from his head, and meets Kakashi’s eye.

“Did you at least re-enable the fire alarm?” he asks and watches Kakashi go very, very still.

“I wouldn't forget something like that,” Kakashi retorts, but already Iruka can see the seed of doubt taking root.

As someone known to triple check the lock on his bike, he sympathizes.

Kakashi pushes up, readjusting his mask. “And on an entirely unrelated note, I must leave you.”

“Do wipe the whiteboard clean while you’re at it,” Iruka says mercilessly, chuckling at the half-hearted wave Kakashi sends over his shoulder.

Then he’s alone.

On the desk, the coffee mug has stopped steaming. Soon, it’ll reach a wasteful point of lukewarm. And while it’s shit coffee, it’s also free energy.

Iruka pulls a few packets of sugar from the unused stash accumulating in Kakashi’s drawer, dumps them into the mug, and resigns himself to his fate.

-

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#kakairu valentine's week 2024 #kakairu.rocks #meet cute #love potion #tender love and care #crushes #so good!

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This is wonderful! Kakashi and Iruka look adorable, and I love their expressions. Iruka looks completely innocent with his cute little grin, but we can totally tell from Kakashi's tired expression that his smile clearly means he's been up to something again XD

And judging by how proud Iruka looks, he definitely pulled it off. Poor Kakashi. I hope he didn't have to wash out too much glitter this time! lmao

Thanks for sharing such great work with us! ❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕

Prompt 5 - Memories

So I kinda cheated with this because I just drew them as kids..

But I really dislike drawing kids so this is a big deal for me lol (it's so easy to fuck up the proportions)

I want to post these faster to finish a bit before 29th because I always mix up time zones, so just to be safe

Without the white outlines:

@kakairu-rocks thanks again <3

#kakairu valentine's week 2024 #kakairu.rocks #kakairu fanart #memories #absolutely wonderful!

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This is adorable! Kakashi & Iruka look like they're having a great time; and I love that Iruka is the one lifting Kakashi! Kakashi's pose looks quite dramatic, and it makes me wonder what the rest of their dance was like 👀

Though knowing Kakashi, he was probably like "catch me" without any warning, and ended up like that lmao

Thank you for sharing yet another lovely piece with us! ❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕

Prompt 4 - Shall we dance?

Just a short post for today

Thank you @kakairu-rocks <3

#kakairu valentine's week 2024 #kakairu.rocks #kakairu fanart #shall we dance? #so wonderful!

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Fanwork Friday - February 23, 2024

Here is our last Fanwork Friday for February. We hope you have enjoyed the glimpse back to the past.

Fanwork title: Greek mythology Creator: @animetrashmuffin From event: KakaIru Maze Challenge 2021 Fanwork type: Fanart

Rating: n/a Warning(s): No community warnings URL: https://animetrashmuffin.tumblr.com/post/658978729231581184/starting-my-kakairu-maze-challenge-hosted-by

Description: Don't you love a kkir AU, and a bonus with the artist's trademark comedic touch.

Starting my Kakairu maze challenge hosted by @kakairu-rocks

Today’s prompt is Greek Mythology so I am of course continuing my Greek Mythology AU with Ares!Kakashi

Statue is based on the Ludovisi Ares statue in the Roman National Museum

#kakairu.rocks #Fanwork Friday #kakairu #kkir #kakashi x iruka #Hatake Kakashi #Umino Iruka #animetrashmuffin #Fanart

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Fanwork Friday - February 16, 2024

Sorry for the wait! This week we have two Fanwork Fridays to make up for last week's break. Hope you enjoy the first one below~

Fanwork title: They say soulmates are a part of a whole... Creator: @happymonger​ From event: KakaIru Valentine’s Week 2021 Fanwork type: Fanart

Rating: n/a Warning(s): No community warnings URL: They say soulmates are a part of a whole - happymonger - tumblr

Description: This is such a sweet image of Kakashi and Iruka. They really do go perfectly together!

They say that soulmates are two parts of a whole...

Day 2 of KakaIru Valentines event @kakairu-rocks

Prompt: Soulmates

They just complement each other sooo much!

#kakairu.rocks #Fanwork Friday #kakairu #kkir #kakashi x iruka #happymonger #Hatake Kakashi #Umino Iruka #Fanart