The Fire Country is one of the largest countries in the ninja world and boasts the largest Hidden Village which is Konohagakure, Village Hidden in the Leaves. The Fire Country is appropriately oriented towards the element of fire typically enjoying a relatively temperate climate with warm sunny conditions, allowing for bountiful harvests all year-round. The Fire Country is marked with heavy vegetation and forests and shares borders with more countries than any other in the ninja world. This allows them to trade heavily with the other surrounding countries, giving them one of the largest populations and strongest economies in the world.

The Lightning Country is a large peninsula like country and is one of the largest in the ninja world. It only shares a border with one unknown country making it secluded from other countries.The Lightning Country is oriented towards the element of Lightning as vicious lightning and thunder storms are a common occurrence within the land. The Lightning County is divided by a vast snowy and rocky mountain range, with numerous rivers running from it out to sea. Hot springs are also prevalent and villages exist all around the country, protected by its valleys and peaks. The Country has picturesque views and has a mild climate in the summer and a cold one in the winter. It's economy is good, since it is one of the Five Great Countries.

The Water Country is one of the smaller countries in the ninja world and is composed of many islands, with each having its own unique traditions and climate. The central island which is the largest acts as the countries capital and is home to Kirigakure, the Village Hidden in the Mist. The Water Country is oriented towards the element of water as its main influence is the sea. The weather is typically cool and full of mist and lakes, but differentiates between islands as some are covered in snow and others are warm with long, sandy beaches. The Water Country separates themselves from other countries and has a greater defense against outside threats. This country is completely influenced by the ocean and its main income is sourced from their big commercial trades.

Earth and Air. Channeled together, the locations of the Great Nations of Naruto come together in this sub-forum. Allow the strength of the earth to come forth in front of you in the form of Tsuchi no Kuni, a stable, roughened village of privacy or spread your wings and poison your tongue, allowing your words, instead of actions, to float away on the winds of Kaze no Kuni in the form of a stealthy, advantageous attack. Whatever you decide to do, be strong, my dear shinobi, be strong.

The world is a beautifully large place, full of adventure and promise. The settings on Ultimate Shinobi merely scratch the surface of creativity, and it is here, that we hope you're capable of drawing inspiration to post in our Minor Villages. Let their aromas drift through your nose and rest on your tongue, before you decide which path to take. This forum contains Kusa no Kuni, Tsuki no Kuni, Ame no Kuni, Kuma no Kuni, Yu no Kuni, Ta no Kuni, Kawa no Kuni, Yama no Kuni, and Yuki no Kuni.