Wind with Crutch

[Shadou]

Shadou approached the training area that he was instructed to meet his sensei at. Today he would begin his training in futon. He walked at a fast pace, eager to learn some new techniques. In his mind he wondered what type of man his sensei was. He suddenly paused once he reached his destination.

Where is he?

Shadou looked around and started to examine the training area, noticing that he was the only one there. He sighed and flopped down onto the ground, patiently awaiting his senseis arrival.

Guess I’ll wait.

 

[kronoseth]

his sensei was temari?

 

[Crutch Kaguya]

Your first wind lesson ever! Get ready to get blown away, pun intended lol.
The first thing that you will need to do is explain the wind element to me in YOUR OWN WORDS. I would like you to tell me the basic strengths and weaknesses of the element, how these strengths and weaknesses can be used to your advantage or your disadvantage, what the wind element personifies to you, and why you find the wind element interesting or if you don't find it interesting, why you have that opinion. And basically anything else you want to say about wind relevant to the training and RP.

Note: Being a wind element student of mine, there is one preliminary reading after you answer this question. Be prepared.

Please don't spam the training thread.

 

[Shadou]

Shadou quickly got back up on his feet, realizing his sensei had arrived. He listened closely to his words and what he wanted Shadou to tell him. After his sensei finished speaking, Shadou nodded his head and began his speech.

The wind release or futon is one of the five basic elements that is great for any ninja to know. Wind techniques are usually done from short to mid ranged. The techniques are performed by making ones chakara sharp and thin and they usually deal devastating slashing damage.

Every element has it strengths and weaknesses and wind is no different. Wind is strong against the lightning element and weak against my personal favorite, fire. Even though wind is weak against fire, it can be used in conjunction with the element to strengthen the attack of a fire technique. Alongside with the water release, wind can be used to deal more devastating damage of a water technique.

Wind can make other elements that it can be combined with stronger then the elements it may be weak to. For example, when fire and wind are used together, fire can stand against the element it is weak against, water. Few are aware that wind can also be used with earth techniques but mostly when it comes to projectiles. Because wind is mostly effective at a mid or short range, it would be wise to not let your opponent gather too much distance from you.

I find the wind element interesting, because wind can be fierce and strong, just like me. Wind is also fast and can be unpredictable at times. Anyone trying to go against a wind user should be prepared or they will fall victim to its dangerous attacks.

As he finished his speech, Shadou looked at his sensei, waiting for his feedback.

Did I cover mostly everything?

 

[Crutch Kaguya]

There is one required reading for all of my wind students. Please read it before we continue with the training.

Soliloquy on Wind​

The wind element is truly unique. It is well known that the wind element is my favorite element and was the first element that I learned, that is why I went through the trouble of creating the Atmospheric Pressure element. I wanted to take the wind element to the next level. Trying to explain the ways wind can be used is almost pointless. The ways are endless, one must just be able to attune to learning how to use wind. Yes, it is very true that the wind element is mainly an offensive element but you cannot be restricted. The wind element can also defend as well in its attacks, you just need to keep your mind open. The versatility is one of the reason why the wind element is my favorite. Unlike earth or water, wind exist everywhere. Without it life cannot exist. Where ever you can go, you cannot do there with wind. The pride of the wind element like you said is it's ability to cut. A master of wind must be able to sharpen their winds to extreme levels to be able to cut through anything through sharpening their own self discipline, this is how far I have taken my Atmospheric Pressure element. The winds that it possesses are so strong that is has far surpassed mere cutting, the element instantly turns whatever it touches into dust by cutting at an unimaginable speed and concentration.

The wind element has an unique relationship with other elements. Lightning an element with incredible potency, an element that can burst through fire, destroy earth, electrocute water, even though such destruction is caused by it, the wind element cancels it out. The wind element does not permit lightning through it. Lightning is an element of pure destruction, unlike the four other elements that come together to create the basis of life, lightning is the opposite. It is pure death, yet wind quells it. It is true that wind is weak against fire but is it not for the reason that fire needs wind. Without wind fire cannot exist. When used correctly the wind element is not weakened by fire, it is empowered. The user can create deadlier attacks using this combination. The water element can also be used to strengthen wind, the user can combine both water and wind to create attacks that can quell the largest of fires. Both of these examples shows the substance contained within the wind element. The wind element is the source that allows fire and water to be able to become stronger. Without wind, fire and water would remain weak. The earth element does not directly interact with the wind element, over time wind is what shapes earth altogether. The erosion produced by wind gives shapes to many rocks and mountains, even turning earth into sand over time. The Atmospheric Pressure element turns all earth and metals into sand instantly as a testament to wind.

The wind element to means personifies one thing; change. Change is the entire concept of wind. The wind element never stays still and never stays in one place. One with the wind, is one without rest. Wind represents change because of its interaction with the environment, as you said wind can be very peaceful. As you are walking through this forest right now, you feel that gentle breeze across your face do you not. Is this gentle wind not soothing to the touch and relaxing? I would say it is. You say this because of what you have experienced. But wind can change at any time. How would it feel if you were standing in front of an F-5 tornado coming toward you paying no regard to life, destroying all in its path. Would it not be frightening? Standing there alone, unable to move due to terror as it rages toward you. Thus you must pay close heed to the wind element, though it has to power to be your friend and give you great strength in battle, when used incorrectly it will become your greatest foe. The wind will over power you and turn against you. You must have great discipline over yourself but also be flexible to necessary change if you ever want to become a true master of the Wind element, then to take it beyond.

To me, wind is the element of a warrior; you either live with wind or you die with wind. Have you have seen me use the Hurricane Fist technique to avoid attacks like all these people are doing nowadays? No. I prefer to take things head on. Wind isn't exactly an element that suits everyone, its song is sour and its taste is bitter. Mastering wind and implementing it in battle takes commitment and dedication. Sometimes it may be easier to simply use fire or water, but who wants to take the easy way out. Only one way works for me. The way of the silent predator, the roaring lion, the ghastly paladin. The way of the wind.

 

[Shadou]

You weren't playing when you said you had a reading for me. Everything read, I must say that is an excellent story about wind and your love for the element.

 

[Crutch Kaguya]

Since that soliloquy covers pretty much everything, we don't need to discuss more for this element. Now, lets start from the very basics. Here is a leaf. The leaf has been used to help young students master their elemental wind energy. I want you to place the leaf on the palm of one of your hands then cover it with the other hand. Now, begin focusing your chakra into the center of your palms. Think about all those emotions that you related to wind. Feel those emotions, become those emotions. Channel those emotions into your chakra as you feel it transforming into the wind. Once you reach harmony with your emotions of wind, feel the wind slice through the leaf. Imagine it cutting through with one swift swipe. Imagine your chakra moving in two different directions. The chakra rub against each other to create thin sharp blade between them. After mastering this basic manipulation of the wind element, you can move on to more advanced manipulations via jutsu.

 

[Shadou]

Shadou gently takes the leaf from his sensei, placing it in the palm of his right hand. Then with his left hand, he joins his palms together, covering the leaf from visibility. Once his palms are together, Shadou closes his eyes and begins to concentrate. He began to channel his chakara, letting it flow freely to both of his palms. While his chakara made its way to his palms, Shadou thought to himself about all of the attributes of the wind.

Strong, Fast, Unpredictable….

He imagined himself becoming one with the wind and started to focus the emotions he felt into his chakara. A slight breeze forced itself through a little crack in-between his palms, making its way to the leaf. He pictured the leaf being sliced by the forces of the wind while imagining his chakara going in two different directions. Shadou opened his eyes, feeling like he had a better understanding of the wind and its power.

I think I got it….

 

[Crutch Kaguya]

You're imagining the wind element too calmly. A slight breeze won't cut that leaf for you. There are two sides to wind. You must be able to find the harmony between both sides or you will never be able to control a wild element such as wind. Feel all the emotions that it brings from deep within, and channel all that energy through your body and into your energy. Imagine it! The wind courses through your palms slashing the leaf in half.

 

[Shadou]

Understood, guess I’ll try this again.

Shadou once again closes his eyes and starts to think about the wind. The settle breeze that the wind is capable of blowing and the fierce power that is capable of throwing people off balance during a storm. In his thoughts he goes over several situations in which the wind can be pleasant and when it can be devastating to anyone in its path. He pictures the wind blowing at a fast pace, knocking down anything in its way, leaving severe damage. The fierce damage that wind is capable of is remarkable.

While all of these thoughts are processing through his mind, Shadou begins to channel his chakara. His sensei informed him that he had only imagined the calm side of the wind and not the dangerous, slashing damage that wind can do at full force. He felt a strong breeze forcing its way through his hand, slashing the leaf in one quick but powerful swipe.

The wind around them then blew with Shadou’s cloak flowing in the direction of the breeze. All of his thoughts became mixed in with his emotions and his chakara. He felt like he was faster than anyone, stronger than anyone, and more unpredictable. Shadou inhaled the air around him and then took a deep exhale. Opening his eyes, he gave his sensei a look of confidence.

Sensei, I understand the strength of the wind.

 

[Crutch Kaguya]

You didn't exactly describe how your emotions affect the chakra and how that allows the chakra to cut the leaf. Describe the actual nature transformation of chakra into wind more.

 

[Shadou]

( O_O passes out)

Shadou once again closes his eyes and starts to think about the wind. The settle breeze that the wind is capable of blowing and the fierce power that is capable of throwing people off balance during a storm. In his thoughts he goes over several situations in which the wind can be pleasant and when it can be devastating to anyone in its path. He pictures the wind blowing at a fast pace, knocking down anything in its way, leaving severe damage. The fierce damage that wind is capable of is remarkable.

While all of these thoughts are processing through his mind, Shadou begins to channel his chakara. His sensei informed him that he had only imagined the calm side of the wind and not the dangerous, slashing damage that wind can do at full force. His emotions became one with his chakara. The feeling and understanding of everything he knew about wind started to combine with his chakara. With his feelings being one with the wind, his chakara started to transform as he begin taking in all of the properties of the wind, evolving it into a thin, sharp, and rapid paced energy capable of slicing through anything with ease.. He felt a strong breeze forcing its way through his hand, slashing the leaf in one quick but powerful swipe. The slice was accurate and done with perfect precision right through the middle of the leaf. Shadou felt like his chakara had became the wind and with the right training, he would use it to defeat any foe.

 

[Crutch Kaguya]

This is how I will train you: I will first post the technique and the describe it in my own words, and then state a few sentences about the usefulness of the technique both offensively and defensively. I would like you to respond by by telling me:

- how you would perform the technique in battle
- how you will use the technique offensively
- how you can defend against the tech
- whether or not you find the technique useful or interesting

I would like a few sentences for each point or a few bullets. Whatever you prefer. I'll be going at 2 to 3 techniques per post to keep the training moving. But I may do one technique for certain techs I feel deserve them.

 

[Shadou]

Sounds good to me....whenever you're ready.

 

[Crutch Kaguya]

(Fūton: Fūsajin no Jutsu) - Wind Release: Dust Wind Technique
Type: Defence
Rank: D
Range: Short
Chakra Cost: 10
Damage Points: N/A
Description: The user creates a gust of wind that layers an area in loose sand and dust. Doing so also acts as a sandblaster on the surrounding area. This layer of sand that accumulates on the trees during this technique makes it difficult for others to get a good footing. The initial gust can also temporarily blind opponents by lodging sand in their eyes.


The technique releases a gust of wind without the need of hand seals. The user focus wind chakra in their stomach and releases a constant weak stream of wind that picks of dust on the ground and pushes it forward. The technique has no offensive use other than blinding. You can defend using any fire technique.


(Fūton: Sensougouheki) - Wind Release: Rumbling wind wall
Rank: D
Type: Attack/Defence
Range: Short
Chakra Cost: 10
Damage Points: 20
Description: User creates a wall of spinning wind in front of him that is used to push back weapons thrown towards him. It can also be used against taijutsu close range attacks, but the wall can be pushed back with a stronger wind jutsu or if a smoke bomb or explosive tag touches the spinning wind they will automatically get activated because of the sharpness of the wind element, damaging the user also.


The user creates a wall of spinning wind in front of him by focusing wind chakra in his stomach but this time when releasing it, the user causes the chakra to expand once it leaves his mouth created a wall like image. When fighting this can be used to block projectiles, or if the opponent is really close during hand to hand combat, this technique can be thrown in to surprise the opponent right after they block a punch. Block is using any strong wind technique or any stronger fire technique. Because it is only short range, its not very useful.

 

[Shadou]

Dust Wind Technique:

Shadou begins channeling his futon chakara in his stomach then proceeds to guide it to his right hand, while focusing on making it thin and sharper than a blade. Once the wind chakara is gathered, Shadou releases a gust of wind a short distance away from him. The gust of wind gathers surrounding dust while pushing its way forward.
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This specific D rank attack can be used as a distraction to an enemy. Since the technique can be used to blind an opponent, following up with another technique can catch your opponent off guard. This technique doesn't require a handseal, so it can be performed quickly. I would use this technique to blind my opponent and then follow up with another attack. Offensively this technique doesn't do anything special but it could possibly interrupt an opponent who is on the attack. Defensively, this technique could be used to stop your opponent and their onslaught of attacks. If things are getting rough in battle, this technique could buy you some time. I find this technique interesting because although it’s a low ranked technique, if used in a combination with another technique, you can really do some damage..


Rumbling Wind Wall:

Shadou begins to think about the wind, focusing on its properties and combining it with his chakara. He channels his energy from within in his stomach. Shadou then proceeds to open his mouth and blow, releasing a wall of fierce wind. Shadou then concentrates on manipulating the wall to make it spin.

This technique can be used in both long ranged and close situations. I would only use this technique against a hand-to-hand specialist (taijutsu) or an opponent who constantly throws projectiles. If I see my opponent rushing in to perform taijitsu, I would utilize this technique for defense. If I notice my opponent starting to launch projectiles, I would use this to block them. This technique seems to be more of a defensive attack so I don’t really see a way on how I could use it offensively unless I combine it with defense. I could possibly use this technique to block my opponent’s taijutsu or projectiles and then follow up with another quick attack. I don't really find this technique interesting because it seems to have a small purpose.

 

[Crutch Kaguya]

(Fūton: Reppūshō) - Wind Release: Gale Palm
Rank: C
Type:Attack/Supplementary
Range: Short
Chakra Cost: 15
Damage Points: 30
Description: A simple technique that when the users hands are clapped together, wind is compressed and transformed into a powerful gale. This technique, when used as an isolated attack has the power to easily knock over a human. Though the true value comes from using it together with projectile weapons like shuriken or kunai. Their speed, power, and ability to wound or even kill are all increased several times.


Focus wind chakra to both your palms and when you clap them together release all the chakra in a sudden burst toward the opponent. This is technique is beast used after throwing some projectiles or after using a fire jutsu so that the wind will push the fire forward and create a wind/fire combo attack. To defend against this attack, as fire technique that can over power it will work. The technique is pretty simple and most of the time just used to supplement another attack.


(Fūton: Kaiten Shuriken) - Wind Release: Rotating Shuriken
Rank: C
Type:Attack
Range:Short-Mid
Chakra Cost:15
Damage Points:30
Description: This technique will infuse wind-based chakra into bladed weapons. The user can than manipulate the blades in a spinning manner to attack the target.


An interesting technique personally for me. This technique is similar to focusing wind chakra into weapons to increase their sharpness. It just involves imbuing their shuriken with wind chakra and causing the wind chakra to rotate as the shuriken is thrown. This increases the cutting power and makes the shuriken faster because it is covered in wind chakra. A good technique to combo this with would be the Crimson Fire Nail to make wind/fire shuriken. There are plenty of simple ways to defend against so I won't take any from you, you have to state how to defend.

 

[Shadou]

(You respond quick....I love you lls)
Gale Palm
Shadou raises his hands up towards his chest, holding them parallel to each other. He then begins to gather his wind chakara, channeling it to both of his hands. After that, Shadou widens his hands and brings them together at full force, making a loud clapping sound. Upon clapping, all the wind chakara previously gathered up is released as powerful gale.

Offensively this technique has the power to knock down an opponent, giving the user a small amount of time to quickly think about their next attack. Although not too powerful, if used in conjunction with fire or projectiles, this technique can be devastating. I would use this attack right after performing a fire technique. Defensively, I would use this attack to slow down my opponent. To defend against this technique, I could simply use a fire technique to overpower the wind and redirect the attack back at my opponent. Since this technique can knock a human down with ease, it can be best used against an opponent who is attacking in a close range. I find this technique interesting because it can knock your opponent down, giving you a chance to make a quick follow up.

Rotating shuriken:

Shadou quickly grabs a shuriken from his weapon holder. He begins to gather his chakara, molding it into a fearsome wind chakara. He then then channels the wind chakara along with all of the properties of the wind into his shuriken. Once the shuriken is infused with Shadou’s wind based chakara, He proceeds to launch it at his opponent while manipulating the chakara, causing the shuriken to spin.

This technique is focused on infusing wind based chakara into a bladed weapon. Obviously when it comes to offense, I would use this technique to launch a shuriken at my opponent. I would say it could be used as an opener or a follow up. I could start my attack by using this technique and following up with another while my opponent is in the midst of trying to dodge the shuriken. I could follow up with this technique by first using a technique that may blind my opponent or throw him off his guard, then launch the wind covered shurikens. To defend against this technique (I just figured out u meant how I would defend against this technique, not how I would use it defensively) I could simply dodge or use a fire technique that is capable of neglecting the attack. I don't find this technique interesting because I don't plan on using many shurikens in battle.

 

[Crutch Kaguya]

(Fūton: Daitoppa) - Wind Release: Great Break Through
Rank: C
Type:Attack
Range:Short-Long
Chakra Cost:15
Damage Points:30
Description: This is a relatively simple technique that when the user performs the following hand seals Tiger → Ox → Dog → Rabbit → Snake they create a sudden gust of wind, but its scale varies greatly depending on the user. If used by a superior shinobi, it has enough destructive power to knock down a large tree. The wind from the squall can blow away all things in the user's line of sight. A variation of the technique involves a smaller blast of wind which gets ignited with flame.


After performing 5 hand seals the user moves wind chakra that was in their stomach to their mouth and releases it in a large explosive gust. The gust can be used to knock down physical targets or to blow away weapons or to add power to a fire technique. To defend against it simple use a fire technique of equal or stronger strength to over power it. Unless you are a wind specialist I would not use this technique due to the number of hand seals it requires which makes timing exploitable. I am a wind specialist but I feel that there are better techniques that this that do the same thing. But the concept is simply a gust of wind.


(Fūton: Kamaitachi no Jutsu) - Wind Release: Sickle Weasel Technique
Rank: C
Type: Attack
Range: Short - Mid
Chakra Cost: 15
Damage Points: 30
Description: User creates a whirlwind of slicing wind. Originally used by Temari with her fan, there is a way to create this jutsu without a weapon. Performing quickly handseals, the user will gather his Fuuton chakra into the lungs to blow out a sharp gust of wind, which in conjunction with the handseals will create a gust of violent slashing wind. The wind created is strong enough to push the opponent back or create 2 inch deep slashes to his body, however the user cannot direct slashes.


Perform a few hand seals (exact is unknown as the technique was perform without them in the anime), and gather wind in your lungs and blow out a quick sharp quest. The gust can be used to push back and opponent or to create deep gashes, but the technique does not have great cutting potential. It is better used as a supplementary attack with a fire technique or along with weapons to increase their power. To defend against it, just use a stronger fire technique or wind technique or create physical wall since the wind is not strong enough to cut through it.

 

[Shadou]

Great Break Through:
Shadou raises his hands and proceeds to perform the 5 necessary hand seals (tiger, ox, dog, rabbit, snake.) required for his next technique. He then focuses on gathering all of his chakara, molding the energy into the force of the wind. The chakara that was gathered in his stomach quickly makes its way towards his mouth. He opens his mouth and blows, releasing a strong gust of wind from within.

The technique Great Break through has the ability to release a strong gust of wind from the user’s mouth that is capable of knocking down opponents or blowing away incoming projectiles. Offensively I would say this technique is good to use alongside with a fire technique. When used by itself, being able to knock down an opponent leads to a great opportunity for another technique. Being able to push back weapons can also come in handy. The technique also does a fair amount of damage. If on the defense and your opponent is using this technique, it is best to use winds weakness which is fire or use a wind technique of a greater rank. While this technique can be used at long range, the time it takes to do five hand seals can cost you. I do not find this technique too interesting.

Sickle Weasel Technique

With his hands held out in front of his chest, Shadou quickly performs a few hand seals, preparing for an attack. Wind chakara is then formed and then channeled towards his lungs. Once ready, Shadou opens his mouth and blows with all of his might. A gust of sharp wind comes shooting out of his mouth, directed at his opponent.

I would use this technique without using a weapon (for now). If my opponent is in the required distance, I can use this technique to not only push my opponent back, but also have the chance on inflicting damage from slashes due to the strength of the technique. I would use this technique with a fire technique of equal or greater rank to increase the damage dealt. Defending against it, I would simply use a fire technique or another wind technique of greater rank. While this technique might not be considered to be that great, I find it interesting.