The water walking technique can be used as a means of raising one's elevation by using an appropriate water technique to lift off of the ground. From there the advantage of being at a higher altitude can be used to get a better view of the battlefield, or to gain a more clear view of the opponent and their surroundings. The tree climbing technique... actually, I have a question on this one: would this allow you to move upward vertically along any surfaces besides a tree? Like a rock slab or something?
