"Who couldn't remember Ichiraku's?  It's Hokage approved!" Yuki chuckled, still in good spirits as he sat down and raised a hand politely to say, "and one fried calamari for me, as well."<br/><br/>He had never had calamari, but there was always a first time for everything.  Instead, he smiled and spoke a little more softly, "it wouldn't be any fun if the competition wasn't strong.  Is there any reason why the homefield advantage is so good here, or are you just speaking in general terms?  I've taken a look around the environment and I have to say, it's probably about as perilous as the desert, at least in subtle ways..."<br/><br/>Sarada wouldn't help him cheat on her test, but he could probably sneak some advice out of her if he kept things general.