--Hoshigake

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• Height: 6'1"
  
• Weight: 254 lbs
  
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• Katana
  Rank: C
  Type: Primary / Sword / Melee
  Description: Commonly refereed to as a 'Samurai sword', the katana is characterized by its distinctive appearance: a curved, slender, single edged blade up to three feet in length, circular or squared guard, and long grip to accommodate two hands. As such, it has become renowned for its sharpness and cutting ability.
  Cost: 5,000 Ryo
  
  Broadsword/Longsword
  Rank: C
  Type: Primary / Sword / Melee
  Description: A broadsword is a sword with a blade that is heavy, straight, and usually double-edged. With a blade as long as four feet, it is used primarily for slashing and thrusting.
  Cost: 5,000 Ryo

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Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Passive / Special Bloodline Technique / Taijutsu
Range: Self
Handseals: No
Chakra: --
Special: Shark skin serves to halve incoming impacting damage, though piercing attacks, those that exploit an elemental weakness, or attacks stronger in rank will go through the cartilage with full power. Ineffective against Genjutsu.
Description: Part of what makes a Hoshigake so unique is its fusion of human and shark DNA. Having gained a thin layer of cartilage underneath their blueish skin as a result, the user learns how to use that cartilage in combination with their chakra in order to lessen the impact of melee strikes against them. By channeling their special shark chakra into the thin layer underneath the skin, the cartilage there begins to act like a sponge, ready to cushion damage. As a result, whenever the user is hit, the sponge-like manner of the cartilage absorbs a portion of the damage, reducing the damage done to the user significantly.
Domain: Hoshigake.

Same no Ryoku (Strength of the Shark)⁷⁵
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Passive / Special Bloodline Technique / Taijutsu
Range: Self
Handseals: No
Chakra --
Special: Greatly increases the user’s brute physical strength, to the point all Taijutsu strikes, whether from a special style or consisting of a simple punch, will carry bonus damage equal to the highest rank known of this technique. Rank also determines lifting power.

D: Max body-weight
C: 2x max body-weight
B: 3x max body-weight
A: 4x max body-weight
S: 5x max body-weight

Description: Yet another fierce factor regarding sharks is their monstrous strength, represented in this passive ability that greatly increases the clan member's brute strength. With the shark DNA sprouting within, the clan member's muscles have become greatly enhanced and are capable of performing much greater actions of lifting and overpowering the opponent.
Domain: Hoshigake. Samehada.

Akuarungu (Aqualung)⁷⁵
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Passive / Special Bloodline Technique / Taijutsu
Range: See special!
Handseals: No
Chakra: --
Special: Allows the user the capability of switching between the use of gills and lungs. If activated above ground, the user is capable of suffocating to death. Highest rank known determines time it takes to switch from gills to lungs, and vice-versa.

D: Full Turn/Post
C: 3/4th's of a Turn/Post
B: Half a Turn/Post
A: 1/4th of a Turn/Post
S: Near-Instant

Description: Normally, the Hoshigake's body is set to breath through the lungs, which takes in oxygen from the air and then allows the user to exhale. However, the Hoshigake's body has a secondary set of breathing tools obtained from their fantastic shark DNA - gills. By activating this technique, the user becomes capable of switching the manner in which their brain commands the body, moving to use the gills instead of the lungs. In this manner, it is impossible for the Hoshigaki to drown as they are now using gills to breath. To cancel the technique, the user simply uses mental command, ending the effect and transitioning back to the use of the lungs.
Domain: Hoshigake. Samehada.

Suichuu Binkatsu (Underwater Alacrity)²⁵
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Passive / Special Bloodline Technique / Taijutsu
Range: Self
Handseals: No
Chakra: --
Special: Allows the user to move underwater just as well as they would above it, if not more - each new rank grained allows the user to move slightly faster than their maximum movement speed on land.

D: 120% underwater speed
C: 140% underwater speed
B: 160% underwater speed
A: 180% underwater speed
S: 200% underwater speed (2x as fast!)

Description: The Hoshigaki Clan are very much used to fighting underwater, and in fact feel at home in it. This is why their whole fighting style is based upon flooding the field and then forcing the opponent to fight underwater, where the user will have the advantage. Because of their constant fighting underwater, they've learned how to move and manipulate their own bodies while submerged, making them terribly difficult opponents to match when they're in their element. This ability, once learned, allows the user to fight with grace and ease underwater, to the very point that it seems like they were fighting naturally above it.
Domain: Hoshigake. Samehada.

Kowai Shiryoku (Frightening Eyesight)²⁵
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Passive / Special Bloodline Technique / Taijutsu
Range: Self
Handseals: No
Chakra: --
Special: Allows the user to have naturally enhanced eyesight in both the day and the night. As with all forms of enhanced senses, they are also more susceptible to their perspective weaknesses. Cannot be used to sense chakra. Rank determines range of enhanced vision.

D: 10 meters
C: 20 meters
B: 30 meters
A: 40 meters
S: 50 meters

Description: Sharks have amazing eyesight. Since they often swim the depths of the ocean, where it is dark and what little light that comes through the water is distorted, their ability to perceive minor changes is particularly excellent. Members of the clan learn to mimic these enhanced perceptions, able to peer through the darkest of night as if it were noon and the ability to notice subtle changes like the fluttering of a specific leaf in the wind.
Domain: Hoshigake. Samehada.

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Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Defensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Special: Allows the swordsman to deflect basic attacks of equal or lower rank, in conjunction with other, more advanced moves within the style.
Description: A defensive nature of fighting, all Iaijutsu practitioners will tend to stand in closed positions, leaving little openings and making sure to make the least amount of wasted movement possible so as to remain solid like a rock. Once the swordsman has understood the basics of fortification, they move on to more complex defensive patterns.
Domain: Kenjutsu.

Mae (Front)⁵⁰
Rank: D (x2)
Type: Defensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: Low
Special: Learning 'B' rank "Art of Mental Presence." increases defense by one rank. Learning 'S' rank version increases damage rank once more. Stops up to 1 attack per strike, plus 1 more each time retrained, for a maximum of 4.
Description: Commencing from a kneeling position, the practitioner draws their sword to forestall a frontal attack as a simple defense then sheathes. As they invest more time and practice into the art of defensive sheathing, their overall defensive rating shall increase.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Iaijutsu 'D'.

Ushiro (Rear)⁵⁰
Rank: D (x2)
Type: Defensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: Low
Special: Learning 'B' rank "Art of Mental Presence." increases defense by one rank. Learning 'S' rank version increases damage rank once more. Stops up to 1 attack per strike, plus 1 more each time retrained, for a maximum of 4.
Description: Commencing from a kneeling position, the practitioner quickly turns and draws to forestall an attack from the rear as a simple defense then sheathes. As long as the user is aware of the danger behind them, a quick unexpected defensive strike like this usually yields success.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Iaijutsu 'D'.

Rasen Karasu-Zuki (Spiral Parry Thrust)⁵⁰
Rank: C
Type: Defensive / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: Mid
Special: Learning 'B' rank "Art of Mental Presence." increases defense by one rank. Up to 5 projectiles can be parried per use, plus 1 more each time retrained.
Description: Commencing from a raised knee, seated position, the practitioner proceeds to unsheathe the blade and quickly strike down an incoming projectile, either slicing it in half or redirecting its path away from the user. Useful when faced with opponents that prefer to strike from a distance, as long as the user is able to spot the incoming threat in time.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Iaijutsu 'C'.

Nukiuchi (Sudden Draw)⁵⁰
Rank: C
Type: Supplementary / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: Mid
Special: High-speed side-step can be used once per thread, plus one more each time retrained.
Description: Commencing from a kneeling position, the practitioner avoids a frontal strike in the form of a shimmy or side-step, then draws to attack before sheathing again. This high-speed movement is hard to follow, and allows for the user to place themselves within the opponent's weak spot.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Iaijutsu 'C'.

Enegashi (Parry & Cut)⁵⁰
Rank: C
Type: Defensive / Supplementary / Taijutsu / Kenjutsu
Range: 0 - 5 meters
Chakra: Mid
Special: Learning 'B' rank "Art of Mental Presence." increases defense by one rank. Due to the high-speed nature of the defense and counter, this can only be used once per thread, plus one more each time retrained.
Description: Commencing from a kneeling position, the practitioner draws to parry an attack from the left then strikes lightly as part of sheathing. The entire attack is performed in one movement, making it quick, dangerous, and impossible to predict.
Domain: Kenjutsu. Iaijutsu 'C'.
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Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Supplementary / Taijutsu / Ju Kenshi
Range: Self
Chakra: Low - High x2
Special: Highest rank known determines strength of charge, as well a charge time. Bonus damage is equal to the highest rank of this technique. The user can determine which rank they want to use, but it must be proportionate to the rank of any other technique used if used in tandem with something.
D: Full Post (5 seconds)
C: 3/4th's of a Post (4 Seconds)
B: Half a Post (3 Seconds)
A: 1/4th a Post (2 Seconds)
S: Near-Instant! (less than 1 Second)

Description: The basis of all Ju Kenshi techniques, Zanbatou Mochi alows the Ju Kenshi to briefly "charge" their attack, pausing momentarily in order to gather their might. Then, quicker than the blink of an eye, they can unleash their strike anywhere they please, extra force behind it to either defend against incoming strikes or deliver an extra useful strike. Though the brief charge and small period after the swing leaves the user open, the trade-off is a devastating swinging sword that can decimate anything in its way.
Domain: Ju Kenshi

Kousen (Blade Beam)⁷⁵
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Offensive / Taijutsu / Ju Kenshi
Range: See special!
Chakra: Low - High x3
Special: Highest rank known determines range and speed of the blade beam; width of beam will always be 1/4th of the distance traveled. Damage is reliant on 'Zanbatou Mochi', plus the user's highest rank known, resulting in bonus slashing damage. Beam travels in a straight line, and requires the swing of the sword's edge towards the desired target in order to be released.

D: 9 meter range / 3 meters per second travel speed
C: 18 m range / 6 mps
B: 27 m range / 9 mps
A: 36 m range / 12 mps
S: 45 m range / 15 mps

Description: As its name implies, the Blade Beam is a range attack as a result of a sword swing. The user cocks their weapon back briefly and, after charging, cuts the air before them. The result is pure cutting power forming a blade beam nearly invisible to the naked eye, able to travel a certain distance at dangerous speed. The speed of the cutter is frighteningly fast, and can grow in size as the Ju Kenshi grows in skill and strength. Finally, the strength of the beam is directly proportionate to the cutting powers of the blade employed.
Domain: Ju Kenshin. Zanbatou Mochi.

Zangeki (X-Cut)⁷⁵
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Offensive / Taijutsu / Ju Kenshi
Range: See special!
Chakra: Low - High x2
Special: Damage is reliant on 'Zanbatou Mochi' plus the user's highest rank known, resulting in bonus hacking damage - and yes, damage does stack. Each rank known of this technique increases the numbers of cuts performed at once, meaning when the user attacks 'x' amount of times, all of those appear to come off as a singular attack; keep in mind, however, that this STILL stacks Chakra Consumption.

D: 2x cut
C: 3x cut
B: 4x cut
A: 5x cut
S: 6x cut

Description: The X-cut allows the Ju Kenshi to display their fierce-some control over their heavy weaponry by unleashing a quick set of strikes when merely one is expected; that is, while the Ju Kenshi appears to draw with but one slash, perhaps two, or even three have been delivered all at once. The result? A sudden rush of damage onto whatever is foolish enough to stand in its way.
Domain: Ju Kenshin. Zanbatou Mochi.

Joushou Fuubi (Rising Crush)²⁵
Rank: D, C, B, A, S
Type: Offensive / Specialty Taijutsu / Ju Kenshi
Range: See special!
Chakra: Low - High x2
Special: Highest rank known determines the height that the victim will reach before crushing back down on the ground. Damage is reliant on 'Zanbatou Mochi' plus the user's highest rank known. This technique leaves the opponent open for a follow-up attack.
D: 5 meter aerial rise
C: 10 meters
B: 15m
A: 20m
S: 25m

Description: A basic yet ferocious attack of the Ju Kenshi arsenal, the Rising Crush prompts the user to perform a powerful slash upwards into the victim¡¯s body, and a more often target, the throat. With strength gained by the Ju Kenshi from wielding their large swords, they are capable of sending their target up into the air. From there, gravity takes over as the target crashes back into the ground.
Domain: Ju Kenshin. Zanbatou Mochi of equal rank.

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Rank: C
Type: Supplementary.
Range: Self.
Chakra: Mid to activate and sustain.
Handseals: No
Special: See subjutsu. Lasts for one turn, plus one more each time retrained. Intense flow of chakra is able to disrupt regular Genjutsu 'D' ranked and lower. Once activated, the user moves at 50% (6 mps) more than their normal top speed. Upon deactivation, fatigue settles and lasts as long as Gate was active, yields strain, but does not restrict the user's level of Taijutsu.
Description: The first stage of the Eight Gates, the Gate of Opening (開門, Kaimon) is located in the brain, and upon activation, releases the brain's restraints, allowing full power usage of the body's muscles. Unlocking this gate allows the user to use extremely strong techniques, such as the Iron Fist's Frontal Lotus.
Domain: Hachimon.

Strength¹⁰⁰
Rank: C (x2)
Type: Passive / Nintaijutsu / Kinjutsu
Range: Self
Special: Represents strength boost received from Kaimon. Once activated, all Taijutsu, basic or advanced, shall have 'C' ranked damage stacked on at all times, equal to the amount of times retrained.

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