Kenjutsu is the art of wielding a blade to combat others in self defense or for pure destruction. It's usually a mix of the body arts that are learned in taijutsu as well as weapon usage. One could even fuel their techniques with chakra for more out of the ordinary effects. To me, kenjuts is an extension of taijutsu. It user uses their blade as one part of their body, simply using it as a extension to reach further as well as increased their overall strength.*Yawning and scratching my back as I came into the forest clearing, I can see a young man from before. He was the guy I was intending on blowing the none sense out of but decided not to kill the young fellow. One my back , I carry a bunch of swords that I normally give my students as gifts when they start sword training but this one seems to be well prepared already. Taking a sword from the bag, I throw the bag down and fall to the ground, with my sword in my lap as I begun to meditate.
“Greetings Kushimaru, you have summoned me here to teach you how to use a sword better right? Well in my training I hope your ready to work hard cause I don’t joke when it comes to the way of the sword. Now then, before we begin, tell what it means. What is a sword to you? What is kenjutsu about?”
*I said as we started the training session , my eyes closed as I spoke in a soft tone not wanting to break my own focus*
No questions, I'm ready to start.And that brings an end to the roleplay z,z I hate roleplay training. Ok as of now we will be doing a deep discussion style of training where you will perform the jutsus but do them correct. Since Kenjutsu and Taijutsu all require a lot of detail, I will be doing a different type of training, rather a grading system. If you do well, ill grade it out of D-S Rank. The lowest you can get is a C, or else you have to repeat the jutsu.
Now then any questions before we start? The discussion part as well, include any questions or misc information you think is relevant.
Kushimaru readies his blade by drawing it from his back using his right hand. He firmly holds onto the group of his long sword, nearly at the center of the handle. He then begins to dash towards the magically created clone or training dummy before him. As he gets within range, Kushimaru swings his blade his fight to left, delivering a horizontal slash across the dummy's chest area. In one quick motion, Kushimaru brings back his blade, however at an angle towards the floor, delivering a diagonal slash coming down from left to right. The slash would start from the dummy's right shoulder, coming across his mid section and ending at the opposite waist area. At an attempt to finish his combination, Kushimaru delivers the final slash, forcefully pushing his blade upwards in a vertical manner, attempting to slice directly through the center of the dummy, ending directly beneath the target's chin area, causing the head to be flipped backwards due to the upwards slash.(Ken Rendan no Jutsu) - Sword Barrage Technique
Rank: C
Type: Offensive
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 10
Damage points: 25
Description: With this technique, the user will make a sequence of slashes with their sword and finishes with a powerful final slash dealing liberal damage to their enemy.
(Ikari Nomikomu no Jutsu) - Fury Swallow Technique
Rank: C
Type: Offensive
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 10
Damage points: 25
Description: The user punches the opponent a few times and finishes them with two final slashes with their blade or sword.
Leggo mate
Minato please!Okay, before we start, which bio should I use to train you? Minato Namikaze or Dean Winchester?
I do RP type of training.
I hope you don't mind but I will be replying to the techniques without actually checking them in the jutsu list, so if something is wrong I really apologize. I just want to see if I can fully understand the scope of the techniques without actually going and looking for them.Alrighty!
Minato makes his way to the training field, where he heard a young man is waiting for him. This man was apparently from the Hidden Mist Village, a village known for their blood thirsty group of Swordsman, and that he needed to do this specific training in order to join said group. Minato had no problem in helping him, maybe they would meet on the battlefield one day. Who knows, fate was a strange thing. Nonetheless, with his usual Hokage outfit on, a few FTG kunai strapped to his leg and a sword on his right hip, Minato was ready to begin.
"Hello there, my name is Minato Namikaze and I will be the one to finish off your Kenjutsu training. It seems you just started, and because you did so well in the performance of that techniques, you will receive them. Oh and by the way, what is your name?"
Minato then tosses two scrolls towards his student, who was wearing a mask. Minato couldn't make out if he was happy or not. He was an odd guy though, his sword also didn't seem like the usual sword that Minato's previous students carried around. (The scroll thing is to just explain why I post the techniques)
Rank: C
Type: Offensive
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 10
Damage points: 25
Description: With this technique, the user will make a sequence of slashes with their sword and finishes with a powerful final slash dealing liberal damage to their enemy.
Rank: C
Type: Offensive
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 10
Damage points: 25
Description: The user punches the opponent a few times and finishes them with two final slashes with their blade or sword.
"Alright, now my training method is a bit different. I will explain the technique to you, then I want you to perform the technique on a recurring clone of mine, give me at least two advantages and disadvantages of the technique and how you would use it in battle. if you have questions, you can always just ask.
Now the first technique is extremely simple. You will start off by using your sword, or short blade as described in the technique. You will dash towards the opponent, and by using your momentum and body, you will spin around whilst outstretching your sword towards your opponent. This allows you to cut the opponent as you spin, and can be useful against a group of enemies or clones. Easy and a nice technique overall. Use it on four of my clones!"
Minato creates four clones, which then surround Kushimaru.
ThanksThat is why I only post the technique after the student has done the technique xD I want to see if they can do it, without the technique itself being present on the thread. Sorry for my late reply btw, was super busy.
Kushimaru was quite cold in answering Minato, as expected from a Kirigakure villager. They were quite dangerous people, combined with being quite arrogant too. Or at least the Minato has met, this one, Kushimaru, seemed to be just focused. Nonetheless, his performance and analyses of the technique was on point, and as such, Minato threw the scroll towards him.
"Interesting sword you got there. Well done, there you go."
Rank: C
Type: Attack
Range: Short
Chakra cost: N/A
Damage points: 25
Description: The user spins with his tantō, hitting the target several times.
"The next technique requires you to be in mid air, or get to that point where you are above the opponent, in any way. This could be you jumping from a higher platform, or simply using Earth Release technique to shoot yourself up and come from above. Once you are above the opponent, with your sword in your dominant hand, you will point your sword downwards and drill it into the opponents body as you descend. The technique allows for some freedom as you specify where you drill the sword into, be it the opponent's head, or shoulder joint. Wherever you can from above, that delivers the most damage. Use it on my clone."
Minato creates a clone that runs towards Kushimaru.
That's fine Sensei.Hope you don't mind, but I'll be teaching more techniques cause I reply less frequently z,z
Minato watches Kushimaru perform the technique with ease. He was quite good at it, and his blade was perfect for the technique at hand. Without further a due, Minato took out the scroll from his bag and threw it towards Kushimaru. Minato smiled, as he commented on his student's progress.
"Well done, I enjoyed the usage of water with the technique. Here you go."
Rank: C
Type: Offensive
Range: Short
Chakra cost: N/A
Damage points: 25
Description: The user will drop down upon the opponent from mid air pointing their sword downwards and drilling it down into the opponent.
"Alright, now for the next technique. The technique starts off by dashing towards the opponent, with the sword in hand. You will then use the handle of the sword to strike the opponent, and then stagger the opponent with that, After doing that, several kicks will delivered, the last of which sends the opponent into the air. Once the opponent travels through the air, you will dash off to where the opponent has landed, and smash the opponent into a wall or obstacle. An easy technique but it requires several "steps" to complete. Use it on my clone."
Minato creates a clone that runs towards Kushimaru.
"After that, I want you to take out your blade and dash towards the opponent. You will then dash towards the opponent, as you channel your chakra into said blade, and when you get to the opponent, you will deliver an upwards slash. You will then appear above the opponent, and deliver a powerful drilling stab into the opponent, which sends the opponent back down into the ground. Use it on my clone."
Minato creates a clone that runs towards Kushimaru.
"Then, the next technique is very simple. You will take out your blade and channel your chakra into your sword. You will then perform a forward slash, which causes the blade to expel a red wave of chakra in the shape of a crescent moon. This wave of chakra then damages the opponent, causing a large cut. Best way to describe it, is to say it looks like Ichigo's Getsuga Tenshou. Use it on my clone."
Minato creates a clone that runs towards Kushimaru.
I have not learned it yet, however I will keep in mind the notes of usage and apply them whenever I meet the requirements.Kushimaru does well once more, albeit a bit cold. It seems he was just like that, a cold guy. This probably made him even more efficient on the battlefield. Nonetheless, his answers were correct, and as such, Minato simply threw him the next set of scrolls.
"Well done, there you go."
Rank: B
Type: Attack
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: 40
Description: The user bolts in front of the enemy who they then strike with their sword handle before delivering several kicks that sends the enemy into the air. The user then bolts across to the far off location of the enemy who they then punch violently into an obstacle.
Rank: B
Type: Attack
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: 40
Description: The user takes out their blade and channels chakra into it. They then run towards the opponent, slashing them upwards into the air and then appear above him/her, and deliver a sharp, drilling slash down upon them, impelling them into the ground.
Rank: B
Type: Offensive
Range: Mid
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: 40
Description: The user does a simple cresent-shaped slash at the opponent, expelling a red chakra wave.
"Alright, here we go once more. If you have learned Chidori, you will hold your sword in your dominant hand and channel the Lightning current from Chidori through the sword. This causes the sword to radiate and chirp, it becomes sharp enough to cut through steel. If it pierces a person, they will become numb in the area penetrated, and will lose freedom of movement with that specific limb. If you haven't learned Chidori, simply skip it, and use it when you have learned it."
Minato creates a clone that runs towards Kushimaru.
"After that, channel your chakra into your sword and cause it to glow blue in color. You will then dash towards the opponent, and jump into the air and perform a spin (like a ballerina) at a rapid rate, creating a spinning circle and cutting through the opponent. Use it on my clone."
Minato creates a clone that runs towards Kushimaru.
"Lastly, this technique is best used when you are struck by a free flowing Lightning technique like Chidori Nagashi. Once hit, and with your sword already drawn, you can use your sword as a Lightning rod by letting it attract the Lightning currents from the opponent's attack. You will then point the tip of the blade into the ground causing it to dispel the lightning charge, and also nullify the effects of paralysis. Try it."
Minato uses Chidori Nagashi![]()
Thank you SO much Sensei, I truly appreciate the time you took in order to teach meKushimaru's last showcase of his Kenjutsu prowess shows why he could so easily complete the field. Without any doubt in his mind, Minato reached into his bag for the last three scrolls that contained the last three techniques that Kushimaru had just learned. With a quick flick, he threw them towards Kushimaru. Minato then takes his FTG kunai into his right hand, and looks towards Kushimaru.
Rank: B
Type: Supplementary
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: 40
Description: The user flows Chidori current through a katana in manner similar to flying swallow technique. The Radiating and chirping blade can easily cut through steel. Furthermore, the body of the person cut by the sword goes numb, taking away their freedom of movement.
Rank: B
Type: Offensive
Range: Short - Mid
Chakra cost: 20
Damage points: 40
Description: The user will channel chakra into their sword making it glow blue and then jumping into the air they spin at a rapid rate creating a spinning circle and cutting through the enemy target.
Rank: A
Type: Supplementary
Range: Short
Chakra cost: 30
Damage points: N/A
Description: The user by use of a sword can use it as a rod to attract lightning currents that are channeled into the user from opponents attacks and by pointing the tip of the blade into the ground the user is then able to dispel the lightning charge nullifing the effects of paralysis. However this only works on free flowing lightning based techniques such as the Chidori current and not on focused lightning based techniques
"See you around, Kushimaru. You were an interesting student, I'll remember you, because of that unique sword. Go out and enjoy your new Kenjutsu prowess."
Minato then disappears as he FTG's to another location...in a flash!