Akatsuki has teams of two, every team is pre-made and is given assignments which the leader feels are necessary. He must give the assignment before Akatsuki may voyage without warning to the leader. Missions usually involve a Bijuu in some way.
An area where partnerships are made through Akatsuki members. They made up of only two members and are often seen traveling together and working together. You will nearly never find more than two members in the same area..
Akatsuki, or the Legendary killers, are in search of the bijuu, for world domination. Their hideout is located in the most dangerous places in the River Country, where thieves ponder the border like flies, waiting for their chance. Only skilled nin live to pass these borderlines. This is where a Non Akatsuki member would roleplay.