"I am Jugram of the Uchiha clan." I say as I remove my cloak and gently place it on the ground. "So, as I said Satoshi I'll be instructing you in the Earth Element. Now, before we begin learning about specific earth techniques I'll want to tell you about how our training is going to work. This training will be done through good discussion of both the basics behind chakra, earth chakra, and earth techniques. Earth is probably one of the most versatile and useful elements of the basic 5 and as such it is important to analyze it fully and pick apart the mechanics behind it. Think of this as an investment when you'll be creating your own techniques for your arsenal. Now, I always encourage you to ask questions about anything whether they be basic or complex. And of course be detailed and put effort into the training. And use your imagination. Even if it feels risky what you're about to do with a technique or an answer to a question do it anyway. Being wrong isn't bad! Now, with that out of the way, do you have any questions?"Satoshi eagerly turned around looking upon an old man with a weird hat.
I am Satoshi Akarusa of Sunagakure. And you are ...?
He said as he anylyzed him.
"Very good. So, before we begin the techniques lets have a review of the basics. Remember details count here and I want you to be as detailed as you know. You don't have to know everything but try to show effort. And of course ask questions whenever you need to. I want you to explain to me what ninja are, what chakra is, what nature transformation and shape manipulation are, and what exactly is the Earth Element. Tell me everything you know."No questions yet sir
Satoshi said as he began tightening his headband.
"Very good. Earth Release is usually a good to compare to strength, unmoving stone, and iron will and what not. All those things are what you'd think of when you want to create your doton chakra. So, lets move on and talk more about what makes up the earth element. Tell me what you know about the element in terms of specifics. What can it manipulate? What forms does it come in? How does one normally perform earth techniques? Earth is perhaps one of the most versatile elements giving the user numerous options in combat so be detailed here."while applying nature transformation to the chakra, I would most likely have a mental image of Stone, Rocks, and everything else in that category. Ya know... Earthly stuff. Lol I believe we use this nature transformation to harden our raw chakra and when completely infused with doton element, it would mold itself into the properties of the earth.
"Good work. Indeed the earth element is quite versatile. Building on your points about density the earth element is even capable of changing the weight of objects and people! This is done through higher ranked techniques (A-Rank/S-Rank) and can be quite versatile in themselves offering huge bonuses with numerous uses. Now most earth elemental techniques do require you to be in contact with the earth to perform them. There are many that cannot be done while you're high in the air for example. Now lets talk a bit about earth's interaction with other elements. As you said earlier you correctly noted that earth is weak to lightning and strong to water. This is because the earth can be torn apart by lightning and earth itself contains water meaning water has a harder time destroying the earth. Now I have a few questions for you. Be creative here. I want you to think outside the box a bit. What do you think happens when earth is struck by water and the water overpowers the earth? What do you think happens when earth is struck by lightning and the earth is destroyed by lightning? What do you think happens when you combine earth and fire? Mud and fire? These are all elemental interactions. I want you to think about them a bit. As while every element has strengths and weaknesses their actual physical interactions still play a role."By minupulating the nearby earth, Doton can be used both for offense and defense and for other purposes such as changing the density of nearby rock , including the ground so that it can be easier to dig holes and tunnels. Not only can it soften earth but you can also increase the density of the earth, as long as you have the chakra and skill to do so . This is why doton is one of the most versatile elements of the basic 5. Doton can come in other forms like gravel, dirt, clay,rocks, or mud. Usually , earth based jutsu are performed with the use of the "snake" seal. Others can be done by stomping, slamming your hands against the ground or just simply being in contact with it. Proficient users can also form solid rock just from their elemental chakra, no earth contact needed. Allow me to demonstrate.
I curled up my right hand into a fist and slowly pushed my knuckles into my teachers cheek.
For example, if I were to punch you in the face, you might feel just a little sting, but if I were to release my doton chakra through the points in my arm and hand to harden and maybe even coat my arm in stone then I might potentially be able to knock your head off your shoulders. Or use I could use that partial coat of stone as some type of shield, similar to gaaras sand, but just not to the same extent.
Satoshi grinned at his teacher as he brought his hands back down to his waist.