[Doton] Doton with Toku Sensei !!

[Klad]

With a confident look on his face , Sasori starts off performing the Snake handseals and manipulated his Earth based chakra , by focusing it on his hands and slammed them on the ground , releasing and channelling the chakra beneath the target's feets . After this , using shape manipulation Sasori raised two earth pillars or walls near the enemy and crushed him by having the walls come close together .

Uhm , for creative uses I would most likely use a Genjutsu to stun the enemy , Yeah it would be best combo for this technique . After the enemy gets caught , even if he tries to break the genjutsu he still won't have enough time to have a good counter for the Earth walls . To counter this technique , firstly you need to observe what the enemy is up to . Since the Earth handseals have a characteristic the user needs to slam his hands on the ground , this is the way you would understand . To react , either use Nagashi to disturb the chakra underground or raise a pillar beneath you to make you jump higher . As for advantages , it's pretty simple to use , only one handseal and slam your hands . Also it can trap several enemies and crush them . If the enemy breaks through this , the rocks will be in their way and let you use a Genjutsu . For disadvnatages , you cannot use this while on a water terrain and also it's a little predictable .

For the 2nd technique , Sasori again manipulated his Earth based chakra and channelled it through the ground to raise some dust practicles by waving his arm in front of him , in the same level of his nose . The dust now is in a complete control of Sasori and he pushed it toward the enemy which would not only distract him but block his vision or blind him temporarly only .

This technique is best for surprise attacks . Pretty much as Hidden Mist Technique , this one is made of dust . While your enemy's vision is blocked , you could use this chance to use a Chidori version and channell it through a medium to instantly kill the target . This also works as a defensive technique to use Hiding like a mole . To counter this jutsu use a Wind technique to clear the dust out of your way . For advanatges , it blocks your enemy's sight and also blinds him . You can trap with this technique several enemies too , depending on the dust size and as it spreads around the battlefield . Also the fact that this lasts for 3 turns makes it very useful . For disadvanatges I'd say the Sensory types or Dojutsu users would still sense you in middle of the dust . That's all I could come up for now , senpai .

 

[Souji]

Another good student. Aigis was very satisfied with Sasori's answers and nodded.

"The next jutsu is quite humorous, in my opinion. You'll channel your chakra through the ground and allow a chunk of rock to rise from the ground, and float in the air. Then, allow it to drop on your target, flattening them like a pancake! The rock is pretty big, so be careful you don't accidentally squash yourself..."

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( Doton: Rokkuhanmā ) - Earth Release: Rock Hammer
Rank: C
Type: Offensive
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 15
Damage points: 30
Description: The user manipulates their chakra and creates a huge rock from the ground that will rise up, hammering the opponent by slamming it down from above them.

After Sasori had performed and analyzed the first technique, Aigis stretched out her right arm, open-palmed, towards Sasori. Applying her shape and nature manipulation, Aigis allowed the dust in the air to swirl and gather around her palm, as well as channeling her Doton chakra out of her fingertips. Soon, a basketball-sized rock appeared in her hands, as if created from thin air. With a sudden burst of chakra, Aigis "shot" the rock like a bullet, and it whizzed past Sasori, barely missing his head. The rock bullet smashed into a nearby tree trunk, causing some good damage and almost breaking it.

"Try that, Sasori-kun. The bullet fires fast and can cause good damage. The range is great too. Only problem I see here is that it only fires one rock bullet at a time. You can also try spitting it instead, except it will be a mud ball, which will harden into a rock as it flies toward your target."

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( Doton: Iwa Dangan ) - Earth Release: Rock Bullet
Rank: C
Type: Offensive
Range: Short - Long
Chakra cost: 15
Damage points: 30
Description: The user manipulating their chakra will point their palm or fist at the opponent, creating a large rock on it which he then sends at the opponent. Alternatively, the user can "spit" the rock. In this case he will spit a large globule of mud which hardens mid way towards the opponent into a large rock.

 

[Klad]

For the first technique , Sasori laughed a little bit but decided to focus on it . Every jutsu has its own importance when it comes to a battle , Sasori thought . He began to manipulate his Earth based chakra and bent his knees to slam the ground by channelling said chakra on it . Then by using shape manipulation , he raised a fair sized rock that came from the underground . The rock floated in the air for some seconds , then Sasori decided to drop it at his opponent , and squashed him .

Alrighty , for advantages , I'd say that the size of the rock can squash up to two or more opponents . This is useful since the two of them will have to deal with it and give you time for another technique . For disadvantages , this cannot be used while in water source , and since you control it with your chakra , you cannot perform any other technqiue while controlling the rock . For use on the battle , I'd say that this is best for distracting opponents . Raise the rock , and the enemy will try and use Raiton tech to destroy it , and since the pieces of the rocks will be on the way of his vision , you can surprise him with another attack . To counter this jutsu , well just save the range or use a wind technique to push the rock to the user .

After finishing the words , Sasori was speechless due to Aigis' actions . He saw her raising her right arm and all of sudden , she formed a basketball sized rock on her hands , which she threw it to Sasori , and the latter strugled to dodge it by the speed of the rock . As he had gone a little in the right to dodge the rock , he already had a surprised expression on his face . Gotta hand it to Aigis . Such a speed . Sasori did what Aigis said to . He stretched his hand with an open palm and channelled Earth chakra on it , giving shape manipulation of a basket ball sized rock which he was holding on his right arm , and quickly tossed it towards Aigis . How was that ?


Then Sasori calmed down and began to analyze the technique . The first advantage that comes to my mind is the range , it's pretty useful . Also , you can use this wether you're in a water or earth terrain . Plus the damage it does to your enemy , all you need to do is to find a distracted or stunned enemy and this rock may kill them , judging on what it did to that poor tree . Sasori gives a slight look to the tree and turns his look to Aigis again . Well for disadvantages , it is that you can only shoot one per time , which can decerase the chances of hitting someone . Plus any Lightning technique can counter it , but the enemy will have to strugle since the speed is actually fast ! For uses in the battle , I think this is best used when your enemy is stunned by a genjutsu or distracted by another technique . While for counters , any lightning technique can deal with it !

 

[Souji]

Aigis caught the rock Sasori threw at her. Using the momentum of the rock, she followed through and allowed the rock to make a small arc before dropping it off behind her, in a single continuous movement. Hey, it was heavy... she wasn't going to carry something like that for the entire session Lol

"Those jutsus are quite simple and useful in a pinch. However, remember, in a battle, that creative usage and PROPER usage of techniques are key. By understanding the mechanics of each jutsu, you will be able to overcome any obstacle."

"Alright. These are the last two of the C-rank techniques. For the first one, clap your hands together, and channel your Doton chakra through the ground, causing two slabs of rock to emerge on both sides of your enemy. These rocks will push your enemy up and back, sending them flying backwards. If you use this at mid range, you might even be able to send your enemy into long range from you!"

"Try it on my clone; push her into the lake!"

Poof. A Shadow Clone of Aigis appeared in front of Sasori.

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( Doton: Jōshō Iwa ) - Earth Release: Rising Rocks
Rank: C
Type: Offensive
Range: Short-Mid
Chakra cost: 15
Damage points: 30
Description: The user claps their hands together and then unleashes two huge rocks from the ground on either side of the enemy to send the opponent flying backwards.

"And then, the final C-rank technique has the same principles, but instead, you'll stomp your foot on the ground and surge your Doton chakra through it, causing fragments of rock, like pillars, to jab upward from the ground and into your target. The key here is that they're not spikes; they won't pierce your enemy. Instead, they'll whack your enemy upwards into the air."

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( Doton: Gizagiza no Iwajin ) - Earth Release: Jagged Rock Formation
Rank: C
Type: Offensive, Supplementary
Range: Short – Mid
Chakra cost: 15
Damage points: 30
Description: The user will manipulate their chakra and stomps the ground. By doing so, he causes small fractures to rip through the ground, which will then force fragments of earth and rock to rise up from the ground like protruding rock formations to then deal blunt force damage to the opponent and can raise them up into the air.

"Both of these jutsus have one thing in common; they can send your enemy up in the air. So, I have a question for you. Why would sending an enemy up in the air be advantageous to you? And if you do manage to cause them to go mid-air, what's a good follow-up technique, in general, that you would use?"

 

[Klad]

As Sasori heard Aigis' words , he firstly removed the Sunagakure banner from his forehead . He then took it on his right palm and gave a sad look . I don't need this anymore . Then he put it on his ninja pouch .

After that , Sasori clapped his hands and started to knead Earth chakra , while slamming his palms on the ground . This would result the rise of a two slabs of rock emerging from the ground , or rather from the sides of the clone and hit her in various positions to send her flying . Then he noticed a near lake , by manipulating chakra again , he rised another two slabs from the ground to send the poor clone again flying and push him to the lake .

For advantages , I'd like to point out the usefulness of this technique . The main thing this does is to send your enemy flying . This such thing lets him open and gives you the chance to make several combos , like using a fire technique infused with wind , or water technique with lightning which would result sudden death . As for cons , you need to control the slabs all the time , meaning you have to cancel the technique if the enemy throws an attack at you . Also , this is useless while you are on a water source . For creative uses , yeah the fact that it sends the enemy flying allows you to make some dangerous attacks , since usually its hard to avoid while airborne . For counters , a lightning techique would be best for it , for example , this technique .

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(Raiton: Sandā Sāburu) - Lightning Style: Thunder Saber
Rank: B
Type: Attack
Range:Short
Chakra cost: 20
Damage Points: 40
Description: The user gathers lightning chakra around his fist, generating a sphere of pure lightning around it. The user can then punch a target, unleashing the lightning in the form of a localized electrical explosion.

For the last C rank technique , Sasori rather acted quick . He immediately stopmed the ground and channelled a good amount of Earth chakra on the ground , making possibile for some earth pillars to emrge beneath the feet of the enemy . The pillars were solid and big enough to actually have impact with enemy's feet and have the ability to push them in the air .

This is exactly as the first technique , but I would like to point out that this is better . I think like this for the sole reason that you actually stomp the ground , and this kinda makes it quickier to use and a little surprising for the enemy , especially if you use this technique when the enemy doesn't have idea where you are . Hm , as for your question , I repeat , when the enemy is airborne , the advantage always sides with you. Usually when they are in mid air , they usually are numb or shocked by the surprise attacks . A perfect technique is False Darkness , simple to use and instant stab/killing through the enemy .

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(Raiton: Gian) - Lightning Style: False Darkness
Rank: S
Type: Attack
Range: Short-Long
Chakra cost: 40
Damage Points: 80
Descripton: The user, after performing the Snake hand seal, emits lightning in the shape of a spear from their hands or mouth which then pierces the enemy. Kakuzu, the original user, shoots the technique from his Lightning mask's mouth. Its destructive power is great enough to even pierce through rock; meaning it has a high killing potential. The user can increase the number of spears to attack multiple enemies by branching the main spear. This, coupled with the sheer speed of the lightning, makes it a difficult technique to evade. This strong attack can be defended against by an equally strong attack of the same element such as Raikiri.

 

[Souji]

Aigis watched and took note of Sasori's discarding of his Sunagakure headband. What would have motivated him to do something like that? He seemed like a loyal member of the Sand Village. Unconsciously holding onto her own Konoha headband, which was tied onto her left shoulder, she put these thoughts to the back of her mind. Perhaps it was nothing...

"Alright, B-ranks. This is where the jutsus get quite interesting and more powerful. Perform the Boar and Ox hand seals. Afterwards, place your hand on the ground and allow your Doton chakra to surge through the ground. At your target's base, their bottom, the ground will start spiraling inward. Think of it like a toilet being flushed, except with... Earth. This will cause the rocks to break up where the spiral is, forming jagged rocks that will crush and pierce your enemy as they're being sucked in. Overall, great range, the hand seal setup is alright, but the spiraling happens relatively quickly."

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(Doton: Retsudo Tenshō) - Earth Release: Tearing Earth Turning Palm
Rank: B-Rank
Type: Offense
Range: Short/Long
Chakra Cost: 20
Damage Points: 40
Description: After performing the required hand seals Boar → Ox → placing hand on the ground, the user causes the ground surrounding the enemy to spiral inwards on itself, burying them alive or crushing them in a mayhem of jagged rocks. This technique is capable of causing quite a bit of damage to a large area. This technique is much more damaging if used in rocky mountainous areas, or inside a cave.

"And as for the second jutsu for this round, it's very similar to previous stone spike techniques, but this time, it forms ONLY four spikes. The difference here is that they're pretty large, and can emerge from ANY direction. What I like to do is to make these spikes erupt from the front, back, left, and right of my opponent. It creates a situation where it would be very hard for them to dodge in any direction, unless they go up, or downward."

"That's a common element in fights... 'zoning', where you force your enemy to counter your jutsus with well placed combinations."

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( Doton: Dosekidake no Jutsu ) - Earth Release: Earth and Stone Bamboo Shoot Technique
Rank: B
Type: Offensive
Range: Short - Mid
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: 40
Description: The user of this technique condenses the soil and rock in the area to sprout out in the form of four large spikes which attack the target from four separate directions to make it harder to evade. However, it can be easilty avoided by escaping upwards.

 

[Klad]

Sasori started by performing Boar and Ox handseals and places his hands on the ground , channelling chakra beneath it and sending to the enemy's area . This made the ground he was standing to spiral inward . After that , the ground took the form of a 'vortex' made of earth . This started to suck the enemy in and causing all nearby rocks to break apart . And in the end , the spiraling slowly started to stop , having the enemy sucked in .

Sasori after performing the technique , focused his look on Aigis' and started to talk . The first thing is the range , is a great advantage . With that range you could use it on any position your enemy is standing . This is pretty useful since it can take up more than one enemy I think . Then the main ability of it is 'sucking your enemy in' . Actually I like these kind of techniques . Not only it panicks your enemy , or damages them , but you make them have a hard time finding a counter for it . For cons , it cannot be performed while in water terrain or when you are airborne . Also you need to focus your chakra always on it so you could keep it spiraling , thus if the enemy shoots you with any attack , you will have to cancel it . To counter , use a Raiton technique that covers your body , and for creative uses , well there are a lot since it kinda stuns your enemy or gives them a hard time to counter , so you are free for any other tech.

Alright , now for the second technique . Sasori took a portion of his earth chakra and by manipulating it he raised four huge spikes . One being in front of the enemy , one on his back , the other on his right and the other one on his left . The spikes slowly were approaching the enemy's body , ready to impale him from all sides . Sasori saw how he was struggling for an escape but in the end , he just got stabbed by the four of them , from all sides .

The difference is the size of the spikes . This alone is a great advantage , and obviously this is stronger than the other spike technique . And since ther are larger , they can reach the upper parts of the body , so the enemy has more hard time to counter them . They need at least B rank or above rank to destroy the spikes , but it isnt that easy since they emerge from all four sides . And for disadvantages , I guess almost all earth techs have it , it cannot be performed while in water source . And this is kinda similiar to the tech above , you need to focues your chakra on the spikes to keep them growing , and you cannot perform other attacks . For a counter , again a raiton tech like this .


( Raiton: Purazuma Bōru ) - Lightning Release: Plasma Ball

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Rank: B
Type: Offensive, Defence
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 20 (-5 per turn active)
Damage points: 40
Description: The user manipulating their chakra generates a plasma barrier around them to serve as a defence which protects them from incoming attacks, even from something as wide-ranged as the Quicksand Waterfall Flow. However the user cannot use other techniques besides lightning release or physical based techniques while sustaining the technique. The user can rush at their opponents even if the barrier is active and use it to ram against them. The shield can be used offensively, by discharging the electricity in the direction of their choice in a wave resulting in using the energy of the barrier and ending its effects.
Note: Technique remains active for 3 turns.

 

[Souji]

"Well done. Remember that the Tearing Earth Palm is stronger when performed in an area where there are surrounding natural rock formations, because they'll get sucked inward as well."

"Our next jutsu applies the principles of Clone Making. You'll spit out rocks from your mouth, and apply an advanced shape and nature manipulation to turn the clone into an exact replica of yourself, except made of rocks, obviously."

"What's interesting here is that you can use create clones of other people, which is a unique property of this jutsu. So for this exercise, create a rock clone of yourself, and one of me. You just have to visualize our looks."

"These clones can use up to C-rank Earth techniques. And unlike other clones which dissipate after a single hit, these clones can tank up to B-rank Taijutsu; anything lower than that, free-form or not, won't defeat them. Essentially, they can take a couple of hits."

"And instead of analyzing this jutsu, just tell me what you know of clones in general."

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(Doton: Iwa Bunshin) - Earth Release: Rock Clone Technique
Rank: B
Type: Supplementary
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: N/A
Description: The user creates their clone out of stone that he spits from his mouth. Unlike other types of clones the rock clones don’t disappear after being defeated but rather crumble like rubble. These clones can also be used to create a clone of other people than themselves but do not take on the abilities of the copied person. They can use up to C-Rank Earth techniques and are very resistant to physical damage such as that from Taijutsu which they can endure up to B-Rank.

"After you've created our clones, I then want you to manipulate your Earth chakra through the ground and around all of us. You'll cause the Earth to surround us and form a rock shelter formation, which will protect like a complete dome. Make sure you leave some openings in the shelter so we can climb out of this shelter, or we'll be trapped."

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(Doton: Iwa no Hogo) - Earth Release: Earth Shelter Technique
Rank: B
Type: Defensive
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: N/A
Description: The user surrounds themselves with earth, taken from the immediate vicinity, in order to fabricate a formation of rock that is capable of protecting both the user and others in close proximity, if desired. Doing so, seemingly leaves the surrounding terrain unaltered, even when the quantity of earth used is enough to form a complete dome around multiple individuals as seen when Ittan used this technique. The user can also manipulate the resulting shelter to have openings in it so as to be able to observe outside, as demonstrated when used by Kitsuchi.

 

[Klad]

Sasori slightly tilts his head on his left and raised his left hand to creak his neck . After doing that , Sasori starts to gather Earth chakra and spits out some rocks , which then by using shape manipulation he creates exact copy of himself , standing next to him. Sasori stared at him for some seconds and smiled . Then he did the same process again to create another clone , but now the clone's apparence was exact as Aigis' .

Clones , as the name suggests , have the same apparence and chakra signature like you . The user can create a lot of them , but he needs chakra reserves to do such thing . As far as I know , the strongest clone is a Shadow Clone , which is a standart Ninjutsu technique. The most known user of it is a brat named Naruto , but let's not change topic . Clones can be useful to distract or fool enemies . However , you are at a disadvantage if you make clones if front of a Dojutsu user , he will immediately rezognize that the clone's chakra is faster . There exist Rock Clones , like our case , Lightning clones and Water clones . The Rock Clone has the strongest durability of them all , since it's made of rock . They are very useful when you battle a Taijutsu user . That's all I can tell you about clones , Aigis senpai.

Then , Sasori did as Aigis' said . He began to manipulate his Earth based chakra and slowly bent his knees to slam his hands on the ground , sending a fair amount of chakra beneath it . As the four of them were standing in a close range , Sasori started to give the chakra shape . The shape was similiar to a dome . Sasori slowly raised the dome from all sides and they connected together , but he left a small opening at will , in order to get out of it when the right time .


Alright this is a very interesting technique in my view . The great advantage this tech has is that it can protect from equal or lower ranked water attacks , or weak Lightning techniques . Another advantage is that it can protect several people , like our case here . For disadvantages , I'd say that you cannot see what the enemy is up to next until you get out of the earth dome . And obviously , you cannot perform such technique in water . For combos , well I don't see how I can make a combo outta this technique , this is mainly used for defensive purposes . To counter this technique , use strong Lightning attacks.

 

[Souji]

"Good. Simply remember that each clone type has certain properties that make them different."

Aigis looked around at the Earth Shelter Sasori created. As expected, there were indeed openings for them to climb out.

"A nice combination is to leave openings in the shelter where you can fire a technique inside the dome. If you have an enemy inside, that leaves them at your mercy."

Aigis climbed out through the opening; a small hole that was thankfully large enough for a person with her figure to fit through.

"Alright, by slamming your hands on the ground and channeling your Doton chakra through it, you'll create a quarter dome of Earth that protects your front side. You can create this Earth dome in any direction, so it doesn't necessarily have to be the front. It could be your side or your back, too."

"It's quite durable... watch!"

She proceeded to throw a few explosive-tagged kunais straight at Sasori. By now, he probably understood her expectations.

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(Doton: Iwa Enchou no Jutsu) - Earth Release: Earth Dome Technique
Rank: B
Type: Defensive, Supplementary
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: N/A
Description:The user slams his hands on the ground and creates a 1/4 dome of earth, which protects them from frontal external attacks. The domes shape is in a similar fashion to wood release: wood locking walls.

"The second technique is the Mudshot Technique, except you fire a torrent of mud bullets. Nothing much else to say about this one."

"No need to analyze this one, simply perform it. It's straightforward. Just ensure you have a mud source; I would recommend performing a jutsu that provides you that. Although, I believe you could try to perform this without a pre-existing mud source. However, that's too slow... to try and form the Earth into mud with your chakra. It's faster if you already have mud with you."

"Hit these watermelons, please."

Aigis set up a bunch of watermelons in front of Sasori, with varying ranges and distances from him.

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(Doton: Fukusuu no Dorosandan) - Earth Release: Multiple Mudshot Technique
Rank: B
Type: Offensive
Range: Short - Long
Chakra cost: 20
Damage point: 40
Description: This jutsu is basically a widespread version of the Mudshot Technique; allowing the user to fire at multiple targets.

 

[Klad]

Sasori follows Aigis and makes the same steps as her , getting out of the shelter . With a slight jump , Sasori lands on the ground , as he hears what she says , he suddenly notices her taking a stance , so she could toss some kunais . And they weren't mere kunais , they were wrapped with an explosive tag . She sure knows some stuff. Without wasting time , Sasori manipulates his earth chakra and bents his knees in order to slam his hands on the ground . This way he'd channell earth chakra in the ground , and he would raise an earth dome in front of him , protecting him from the frontal attacks which were the explosive kunais . As they hit the dome , they exploded , slightly damaging the earth shield , but Sasori was completely unharmed .

After this , Sasori touched the Earth dome , it was very solid . The main versatility of this technique is you can perform it on all sides , not just your front . This can be very useful , since enemies like to attack from sides . As it is an earth shiled , it's very strong . It can block mostly water projectiles or fire ones , however if the attack is strong , then it cannot tank them . The disadvantage of this technique is it blocks your sight of your enemy, this, for me is very very troublesome. The enemy can perform another attack without you knowing and this can be deadly. But the enemy also doesn't see what you're up to , so it's a plus for you , in this case , the one who wins is the one who is the snakiest .

After the words , Sasori performs one handseal Tiger and releases a mud river, which in fact doesn't lanuch it to the watermelons , but keeps it close to himself , in order to perform the main technique . Observing the watermelons' positions , Sasori moulds his chakra in different forms , for example , for the closest watermelon , he performs a small mud bullet , which for the ones who are further , he shoots bigger bullets . After repeating the same process over again , Sasori has completed the task Aigis' requested.

Huuuh , that was sure something.

 

[Souji]

"Yes, the one who wins is the sneakiest... well said, Sasori. The smartest, sneakiest fighters will always triumph over those who arrogantly wield power. Remember that."

"Now, for this next set, perform the Rat, Snake, and Tiger hand seals, and channel your Doton chakra through the earth. This causes the Earth to rise up and change, forming something almost like a wave of water. Except with Earth."

"This technique can change the elevation of the battleground and even push things away from where the Earth moves. You can cause the earth to change shape and attack, branching off and performing different kinds of attacks."

"I have one question here. In the description of the jutsu, it says that it can only be used from Mid to Long ranges. Why would using a technique like in short range be risky?"

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(Doton: Doryūha) - Earth Release: Earth Flow Wave
Rank: B
Type: Offensive
Range: Mid - Long
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: 40
Description: After performing the required hand seal sequence Rat → Snake → Tiger the user creates and rides a wave of earth that can branch of to attack from a distance. The user can also use the technique to manipulate the terrain and trap the target by wrapping earth round their legs preventing them from moving

While Sasori performed the first technique and gave his opinions on it, Aigis set up a few traps around the area. When he was finished, she turned to him.

"The second jutsu is a little different. It takes a turn to set up this trap-style technique."

"What I want you to do is to create a clone of yourself, and have that clone trigger the trap by stepping on it. Mud will surround your clone and take the shape of wolves, which will attack and bind your clone."

"These wolves can reform even if defeated, unless they're vaporized by high level lightning techniques. These wolves attack on their own accord, and up to three can attack enemies."

"Personally, this jutsu is quite nice when set up by a clone, so that you yourself don't have to worry about it."

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(Doton: Doro Ookami) - Earth Release: Mud Wolves
Rank: B
Type: Offensive, Supplementary
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 20 (+10 per reformed wolf)
Damage points: 10 damage per wolf attack
Description: A trap technique in which the user will place somewhere and is activated upon contact with the opponent's chakra. The user uses a scroll to lay the trap in which releases mud that forms into the shape of wolves that will attack the enemy target/s. Despite being damaged the wolves can reform which can keep the enemy occupied to allow the enemy make a getaway. (Can only create a maximum of 3 mud wolves)
Note: Takes one turn to set the trap up and wolves only last two turns

 

[Klad]

For this technique , Sasori steps a lil bit further and reaches an area where rocks would be very common. He performs Rat , Snake and Tiger handseals and slowly kneads his Earth chakra in order to release it on the ground. Using shape manipiulation , Sasori raises an earth structure that resembles a wave of water , but it's obviously made of earth. When this earth is risen up , it pushed the rocks around towards a nearby clone. Then Sasori , being in the top of the earth , manipulates it and attacks the clone with the craggy tip.

1st adv. is this technique can be used to lift you up in the air and avoiding a deadly stream attack or projectiles. Not only that , but you can attack with this technique too. You can also bind your enemy using this jutsu , changing the terrain of the battlefield for your advantages. The range is good too. For disadv. it can be destroyed by Raiton techniques and handseals . I think the answer of your question is an disadvnatage too . It cannot be used in short range because the enemy will react quickly before you completely perform the technique .

For the 2nd technique , Sasori noticed the traps Aigis set. He focused chakra and released it in the form of himself , so an Earth clone. The clone dashed to the traps and stepped to one of it . This would trigger the trap and mud would surround the clone's body , taking a shape of a wolf made of mud. The wolf would dash to another clone , attacking and binding him , giving Sasori an opportunity to use his time for other attacks.

Personally , I do not like this technique :/ It takes up to one turn to activate and the enemy may use Raiton chakra to deactivate the traps . But really , it's a very versatile technique since you make up to three wolves , but for this you need to use up a move , making a clone. Then the wolves can bind the enemy , but I doubt anyone would let them appraoch , the foe would probably use a Raiton technique to stop the wolves . But whilst he's busy with the wolves , you can attack with other techniques. A good combo for this is to use a fire technique to enhance the wolves' attacks or binding abilities. For counters , strong Lightning attacks.

 

[Souji]

(Apologies for the late reply, been sick, but I'm back now! thanks for your patience ^^)

"I would say that using a technique like that in short range would hurt you too; the formation of the wave is large."

"These next two techniques are defensive-style techniques. The first one has you channeling your doton chakra through your tenketsu and surging them through your body, allowing solid rocks to form around your body like an armor. The rocks can even form a layer above your body where you take on the appearance of someone else. For this exercise, make yourself look like me."

"You can defend yourself from up to B-rank ninjutsu techniques, but you're extra vulnerable to lightning. Remember that."

"What's interesting here is that this jutsu, as a full-body surge, also has a special property; it disrupts your chakra system just enough to be able to dispel genjutsus up to a rank lower than the technique. So, this armor can dispel up to C-rank genjutsus... quite useful, and a less well-known usage of this technique. Pretty handy, I would say."

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(Doton no Yoroi) - Earth Release Armor
Rank: B
Type: Defensive
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 20 (-15 per turn to remain active)
Damage points: N/A (+10 to taijutsu moves)
Description: This Technique coats the users body with stones, making them much more resistant to attacks, at the cost of their speed. Whilst using this technique, the user can even change their appearance, but once the technique is either defeated or worn off the users original appearance is shown. The user whilst in this armor is resistant to B rank ninjutsu techniques but is vulnerable to Lightning Techniques.

"The second technique applies the same principles, but may not provide the same advantage of the full-body surge as the previous technique does. This one has you performing the Snake hand seal and channeling chakra through your body, or a specific part of it... like an arm, for example. Your arm should turn black and harden like steel."

"Sound familiar? This is Kakuzu's Domu."

"I'd ask you to hit a few targets, but I forgot to set some up. Instead, blow off a little steam and break down some trees or something. Cut a little loose, just try not to kill me." she said this part as if death were something she was used to experiencing...

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(Doton: Domu) – Earth Release: Earth Spear Technique
Rank: B
Type: Supplementary
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: N/A (+10 to physical attacks)
Description: After performing the Snake hand seal the user will channel their chakra throughout their entire body, which then hardens their skin to a steel-like quality. This increases their defensive power to the utmost limits. The user’s skin also becomes much darker, an almost black colour. The destructive power of physical attacks is increased, making this a great, all purpose technique. But this technique when activated leaves the user vulnerable to lightning based techniques.
Note: Kakuzu bios can use this technique without the need for handseals

 

[Klad]

(No probs man, Hope your feeling better)

After hearing Aigis' instructions, Sasori strats to knead his Earth based chakra , in every tenketsu of his body. This way , he'd have earth chakra all around his body parts . This said, Sasori begins to use nature manipulation to release earth out of his body , and shape manipulation to perfectly coat himself with earth , that looks like earth armor . Manipulating its chakra, Sasori forms a layer around his body and took the appearence of Aigis. Although it wasn't perfect enough, still any person would get fooled and take Sasori as the real Aigis.

Interesting tech to me. The user without the need of handseals covers himself with earth to defend . So the first adv is that its really quick to use. Another one is it can defend up to B rank techniques , however it's a big no against Raiton techniques. This works out very well against water jutsus though, so you are safe if the enemy shoots a B rank or lower water technique at you while you have this active. Then a great advantage is that it can disturb your whole chakra system , thus it can get you out of a genjutsu (up to C rank) . For disadvantages, you arent protected by Raiton techniques. So you immediately have to cancel the armour , to be completely safe. Though I have a question , can you use other elemental techniques except Earth ones while wearing this armour ?


For the next technique Sasori weaves through the Snake handseal and focuses Earth chakra on his right arm. He remembers Kakuzu using this once on a mission . So its that technique. He thought, while releasing the earth chakra and covering his right arm with it. Sasori's arm would turn black and harden like a steel which can cut through any obstacle. He then dashed to the forest and cut down some poor trees that happened to be there and returned to Aigis' , while the trees were slowly falling in the background.

Sasori , while talking deactivates the technique. Pretty neat technique to say. This enhances Taijutsu attacks very much. It can also block water projectiles while coming your way. This basically is the same as tech above , but only requires one handseal and you dont wear an earth armour. Another advantage is you can cut through enemy's body with ease. However for disadvantages, you are not safe against lightning attacks. So when you are using that technique , you should immediately halt it , if you see a raiton tech coming at you. And though , this is short ranged only , hence its used with Taijutsu mostly.

 

[Souji]

"Yes, while you have the Earth armor active, you can use other forms of ninjutsu. I've seen nothing in the description and its usage that would imply otherwise. Although remember that it has a chakra cost to maintain per turn, so be aware of that."

"Next set! The first technique is an easy one, slam your hands on the ground and channel Doton chakra through them, allowing giant rocks to rise upward and stab and maim an opponent from. This technique is relatively simple and fast to perform. However, keep in mind you can't use it in short or long ranges, because the rocks are pretty large. Using it in short range would hurt you, and using it in long range wouldn't be viable either."

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(Doton: Iwa Keiro) – Earth Style: Rock Trail
Rank: B
Type: Attack
Range: Mid
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: 40
Description: The user slams their hands on the ground and giant rocks rise up and jag the opponent from underneath.

Aigis creates a Shadow Clone for the next jutsu.

"Alright. Weave the Ram and Snake handseals and create a 'portal' in the sky that drops down mud from the opening, much like Swamp of the Underworld. It has the sticky, adhesive properties."

"Now, if you have Lightning Release: Sixteen Pillar Bind and Fire Release: Fire Biscuit, I want you to perform all three techniques in a subsequent combination on my clone. You'll form something like a makeshift oven that will roast anything in it."

"Otherwise, just perform the Sticky Earth Drop technique and tell me what jutsus you'd use to counter."

"As a reference, the Leaf ANBU used this jutsu combination to suppress Pain's Cerberus."

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(Doton: Nentsuchi Otoshi) – Earth Release: Sticky Earth Drop
Rank: B
Type: Offensive
Range: Short – Mid
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: 40
Description: The user does 2 handseals (Ram → Snake) and creates an opening within the sky, which drips down onto the opponent a large amount of sticky mud (in all similar to that of Swamp of the Underworld Technique), covering them. The mud is very heavy and thick as well as adhesive, making it impossible to move if caught and easily crushing an enemy underneath. It’s normally followed up by Lightning release: sixteen pillar bind to create a giant oven around the opponent and then using Fire release: Firing biscuit technique to ignite the oven, hardening the mud and immobilizing the enemy target.

 

[Klad]

Sasori slams his hands on the ground and kneads his Earth chakra in his body in order to send it through the ground, to be able to raise giant rocks upwards and stab the target, impaling him from beneath. As the target is sent in mid air due to the impact he had with the earth, he is vulnerable to a lot of deadly techniques which may kill him.

A cool technique which can stab the enemy from beneath. Pretty quick to use and can be useful. Since this is quick, you can use this to interrupt the performance of a long sequence of handseals. This will not let the foe do all handseals. Giving you a chance to strike. However you cannot use this on short ranged because the size of the rocks, they would stab you as well and you would get hurt with your own technique. Well for combos I'd like to use this tech to impale distracted enemies, or when the enemy is airborne and they are about to land on the ground , I quickly raise the rocks and stab him. To counter, Nagashi would suffice.


For this one Sasori performs Ram and Snake handseals in order to create a portal , above the target . From that portal , a lot of adhesive mud drops out and covers the target completely. Having him with mud all over his body , as well as the area around him , Sasori performs Rat → Monkey → Horse → Tiger and creates a large 'oven' which covers the target inside. Then by weaving through Rat → Dragon → Boar, Sasori kneads his fire chakra in order to release flames all over the oven , to harden the mud and immobilise the target inside.

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(Raiton: Jūrokuchū Shibari) – Lightning Release: Sixteen-Pillar Bind
Rank: A
Type: Supplementary
Range: Short – Long
Chakra cost: 30
Damage points: 60
Description: After performing the needed hand seals Rat → Monkey → Horse → Tiger the user will create a even more powerful version of Lightning Release: Four Pillar Bind. Using this technique, the user creates sixteen giant pillars by using his lightning chakra to shape the ground into a multitude of pillars, which then form a giant cubic oven to trap the enemy. It is often used after Earth Release: Mud Fall to cover the enemy target in mud and then follow up with using Fire release: Firing Biscuit, creating flames in the oven to roast and harden the mud, immobilizing the enemy.

(Katon: Shageki Bisuketto) – Fire Release: Firing Biscuit technique
Rank: A
Type: Offensive, supplementary
Range: Short – Mid
Chakra cost: 30
Damage points: 60
Description: After performing the needed hand seals Rat → Dragon → Boar the user then creates powerful flames inside the giant oven created by Lightning Release: Sixteen pillar bind, cooking the opponent until their burnt. Its normally used together with Earth Release: Mud fall to harden the mud covering the enemy, immobilizing them.
Note: Can only be used in the collaboration of Lightning Release: Sixteen Pillar Bind

(Doton: Nentsuchi Otoshi) – Earth Release: Sticky Earth Drop
Rank: B
Type: Offensive
Range: Short – Mid
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: 40
Description: The user does 2 handseals (Ram → Snake) and creates an opening within the sky, which drips down onto the opponent a large amount of sticky mud (in all similar to that of Swamp of the Underworld Technique), covering them. The mud is very heavy and thick as well as adhesive, making it impossible to move if caught and easily crushing an enemy underneath. It’s normally followed up by Lightning release: sixteen pillar bind to create a giant oven around the opponent and then using Fire release: Firing biscuit technique to ignite the oven, hardening the mud and immobilizing the enemy target.

That combo was almost flawless, and a good one to trap the enemy. To counter the technique I'd have to use this below

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(Raiton: Rairyu no Tatsumaki) - Lightning Release: Thunder Dragon Tornado
Rank: A
Type: Offense
Range: Short-Long
Chakra Cost: 30
Damage Points: 60
Description: The user forms a whirling vortex of electricity around themselves. The vortex will take on the form of a dragon’s head and will grow to then shoot forward and cover the area in front of them. Even if the attack doesn't directly connect with his foe, the lightning can jump from the vortex to hit a nearby target.

This wouldn't let the mud to touch the user , as it is protected by the lightning chakra. You could also shoot the lightning forward the opponent then, to shock him all over.


(Since you wanted only the counter ._. )

 

[Souji]

(For future reference, Klad, if I ask you questions about a technique, you just have to answer them after performing it, unless I say otherwise. If I don't, do the opinion thing you've been doing )

"Excellent. Let's do three techniques for this round."

"The first jutsu's one of my favorite Earth techniques. Weave the Snake handseal and slam your hands onto the ground. You'll create a portal above your opponent, almost like a tear in the sky. Some have compared it to a summon. From this portal, a large dome-shaped structure, with a boar's head on it, will drop from the sky and crush your opponent. This lid is large enough to crush even boss-sized summons."

"Now, there are two variations of the jutsu, a solid lid, and one that's hollow. What would be the differences in each of them, and how would you use them in battle?"

Aigis creates a Shadow Clone for Sasori to squash. The clone looks nervous, sweating a little

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(Doton: Otoshibuta) – Earth Release: Dropping Lid
Rank: B
Type: Offensive
Range: Short-Long
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: 40
Description: After doing the Snake handseal and slamming his hands on the ground, he user creates a portal above the target, high in the sky from which a giant, boar-shaped, earthen lid drops and falls on the target, trapping it underneath. The lid can be hollow or solid, depending on if the user wants to deal damage to the enemy or not. Because of its size, to safely used, the lid has to be created at least mid range from the user otherwise he will also be caught inside. The biggest lid can dwarf a boss summon like Nagato's Dog or Gamabunta.

"The second jutsu is a Shadow Clone, but made of Earth. I really shouldn't have to explain it too much, just visualize yourself and create an image with mud in your likeness. These clones are a little different, though. They can tank up to C-rank damage bar lightning, and can reform from physical damage. Another pointer is that when these clones are defeated, they can form a mud source that can trap and bind an opponent if they're too close."

"Why would these clones have certain strengths over other types of clones?"

"Create one Earth Shadow Clone of yourself, please."

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(Doton Kage Bunshin) – Earth Release Shadow Clone
Rank: B
Type: Supplementary
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: N/A
Description: This technique creates a clone made of mud. Since its made of mud, it can continue to reform and mold itself back to its original shape even after taking physical damage (up to C-Rank). An unique use is that after reverting to mud, it can hold the opponent in place as a binding technique. They can also use up to C rank earth techniques.

"Once you've made your clone, form the Ram, Horse, Tiger, Rabbit, and Snake handseals, slamming your hands on the ground afterward. In an instant, which is quite fast, obviously, the ground to the sides of the opponent will form Earthen jaws that will literally eat them up. Depending on how much Doton chakra you put into it, you can adjust the size of the jaws."

"A fast technique, but the handseals make them slower to perform, which balances out."

"Crush your clone with it."

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(Doton: Musaborudzuchi) – Earth Release: Devouring Earth
Rank: B
Type: Offensive
Range: Short-Long
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: 40
Description: The user performs the Ram → Horse → Tiger → Rabbit → Snake and slams their palm on the ground. Instantly, the ground to the sides of the opponent take the shape of huge jaws and attempt to crush and stab him between them. The size of the jaws can be adjusted to fit the size of the opponent or other uses.

 

[Klad]

(Yep i know it ;D )

Sasori listens to Aigis and does as she says. He firstly performs Snake handseal and by kneading enough Doton chakra, he slams his hands on the ground. This way he'd create a huge portal above the target. By giving shape to his earth chkara, Sasori manages to drop a large boar shaped earth structure. This earth lid will need to be completely released from the portal and then make its way down to the target.

Hm a good question. I think, when people use the solid lid, they intend to utterly crush the enemy down. However the hollow lid will just trap the target. I guess people use this because they dont want to kill the enemy, maybe because they want to steal any ability from the enemy's body, or there are many others reason why you wouldnt want to kill your foe in a battle.



Sasori takes his usual stance when he gathers chakra. By manipulating his chakra through all his body, he would be able to release the said chakra in an exact replica of his self. So what Sasori did was just making a shadow clone, made of earth. The clone would look like Sasori, obviously. This clone could attack or defend Sasori, or himself. Basically he's just a 'tool' , to help in battles as much as he can.

As for your question, they have strengths because they are made of earth. Solid earth to be more exact . For this reason they can tank Taijutsu attack, which is a very helpful advantage, as well as up to C rank elemental attacks, except Lightning of course.


Having his clone go mid range ,Sasori performs Ram Horce Tiger rabbit and snake handseals. Once he does that he makes sure he has gathered enough earth chakra, and then slams his hands on the ground after performing the process of handseals. Once he slams, in an instant two earth jaws will merge from the sides of the clone which will kill him by eating him up 0__0

Quite hard technique. The user rises two jaws to literally eat the opponents. Anyway advantages is this can crush several enemies, 'cause the size of the jaws. Also the range is pretty great, short long is always great in battles. If you do have enough doton gathered chakra, you can make the jaws very huge, and give enemy hard time to counter them. Disadvantages of this technique is the handseals, which will give the foe enough time to react. So this said I think it would be good to distract him first with your clone , and then have yourself perform the earth jaws.

 

[Souji]

Aigis creates two Shadow Clones in anticipation for the next set of jutsus.

"For the first jutsu in this set, perform the snake hand seal and cause the earth to rise up around one of my clones, surrounding them in something like a prison cover. The interesting thing here is you can leave open holes to allow follow-up techniques to hit your enemy."

"Create a few openings and use another jutsu in your arsenal to finish off my clone, making a nice combination."

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(Doton: Tsuchi Kairō) - Earth Release: Earth Corridor
Rank: B
Type: Supplementary
Range: Short/Mid
Chakra Cost: 20
Damage Points: N/A
Description: The user will first perform the snake hand seal and then cause the earth in the surrounding area to rise up and over a target and create a cavern, imprisoning the target. The user can leave an opening to allow attacks to go in to strike down the trapped adversaries, or close it up completely to prevent escape.

"The second technique is a popular move among most shinobi as an opener or used in conjunction with other techniques. Weave the Ram hand seal and channel your Doton chakra through the ground and around my second Shadow Clone. She'll get sucked in towards a large pit, and dragged underground, burying them. It's quite fast, and you can determine the size and range of the jutsu depending on how much Doton chakra you channel through the ground."

"I have one question here. Why do you think a jutsu like this can't be used in short range?"

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(Doton: Arijigoku no Jutsu) - Earth Release: Antlion Technique
Rank: B
Type: Offense
Range: Mid/Long
Chakra Cost: 20
Damage Points: 40
Description: The user performs the Ram hand seal and causes causes the ground and everything on and around it to be sucked in towards the middle of a large pit, much like the method an antlion uses to catch prey. Upon being dragged to the centre, the victim will then be sucked underground. There the victim, depending on how deep the user makes them sink, will be trapped and/or suffocated. The range of the pit is determined by how much chakra is put into the technique.

"And for the last technique, form the Tiger handseal and form a rampart, a defensive wall, that rises from under your feet. By applying your shape manipulation, and changing the amount of chakra used in it, you can create ramparts of many shapes and sizes."

"If you have the jutsu Water Style: Waterfall Basin, I want you to perform that after you create the rampart, which will result in the formation of a waterfall."

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(Doton: Doryū Jōheki) - Earth Release: Earth Flow Rampart
Rank: B
Type: Defence/Supplementary
Range: Short/Mid
Chakra Cost: 20
Damage Points: N/A
Description: By performing the Tiger hand seal the user then makes a gigantic rampart rise up beneath the user's feet, by shaping the ground and increasing the amount of earth with chakra. Depending on what the user imagines, the shape of the rampart can be anything from level ground to a steep, needle-like mountain. If the user increases the volume of earth too much, he can be forced to keep his chakra consumption down. The user can combine this jutsu with Water Style: Waterfall Basin Technique to create a waterfall.