YOUTON (Lava)

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Youton (Lava) is an advanced nature transformation found in certain kekkei genkai, and is produced by the combination of the Katon (Fire) and Doton (Earth) chakra natures. Youton takes the form of melting attacks and defenses, and is quite versatile, deplying its destructive nature in different forms.

Although it can wither away defenses like Futton (Boil), Youton can be used both offensively and defensively, retaining its decimating, corroding factor, while still being able to defend the user better than a corrosive mist. Unlike Futton however, Youton is much slower moving, and over time, the lava created will cool and harden.

Acquiring Youton requires the users to possess Katon (Fire) and Doton (Earth) nature transformations, as well as Kekkei Genkai trait.

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◀ Abilities

Wagomu (Rubber Rope)
Rank: D
Range: Close (0m ~ 5m)
Type: Supplementary
Cost: Standard
Description: By concentrating Youton chakra and then rapidly cooling it, the user creates a rope with the lava converted into a rubber-like material. This can be used to quickly withdraw an ally from the attack line, to reach certain previously unattainable heights, or even to attempt to grab items our of reach. Because the rope is made of rapidly cooled lava, it is highly durable and difficult to sever.



Gomutate (Rubber Defense)
Rank: C
Range: Close (0m ~ 5m)
Type: Defensive
Cost: Sustained
Description: By concentrating Youton chakra and then rapidly cooling it, the user creates a short tube with lava converted into a rubber-like material which can be used to guard against enemy attacks. Although basic, the shield is effective at protecting the user from many physical attacks, as well as certain elemental strikes. The properties of this substance mean that it can both absorb and dissipate the force behind a blow when struck, resulting in the incoming attack's reduced effectiveness. This especially applies to physical attacks. Because the shield is made of rapidly cooled lava, it is highly durable and difficult to pierce.



Kaisekifū no Jutsu (Ash Stone Seal Technique)
Rank: B
Range: Close (0m ~ 5m), Mid (5m ~ 10m)
Type: Supplementary
Cost: Sustained
Description: One of the few Youton techniques where the lava is properties are used for non-lethal methods. A binding technique, the user spews out a thick cloud of lava ash from their mouth, which then cools and wraps around a single opponent to restrain them. By focusing their chakra, the user can maintain, as well as, enhance the binding properties of the technique. Because the ash restraints are made of cooled lava ash, it is highly durable and difficult to escape from.



Gomudama (Rubber Ball)
Rank: B
Range: Close (0m ~ 5m)
Type: Defensive
Description: By concentrating Youton chakra and then rapidly cooling it, the user expels a large glob of lava from their mouth, which quickly solidifies into a hollow ball that can be used to protect an object or person by surrounding it with the durable rubber-like material. The properties of this substance mean that it can both absorb and dissipate the force behind a blow when struck, resulting in it either deforming or bouncing upon impact. Because the ball is made of rapidly cooled lava, it is highly durable and difficult to puncture.



Gomuheki (Rubber Wall)
Rank: A
Range: Close (0m ~ 5m), Mid (5m ~ 10m)
Type: Defensive
Cost: Sustained
Description: By concentrating Youton chakra and then rapidly cooling it, the user creates an enormous torrent of lava from the ground directly in front of them, which quickly solidifies and forms a wall possessing immense durability due to its rubbery consistency that allows the material to deform when attacked, meaning it can both absorb and dissipate the force behind a blow rather than just simply obstruct it. This technique can also be used to provide reinforcement to a pre-existing barrier. Because the wall is made of rapidly cooled lava, it is highly durable and difficult to pierce or destroy.



Youton Bunshin no Jutsu (Lava Clone Technique)
Rank: B
Range: Close (0m ~ 5m), Mid (5m ~ 10m)
Type: Supplementary
Cost: Multi (per clone)
Description: With this technique, the user spits out a stream of lava that reforms into a lookalike of themselves which will fight on their behalf. Unlike other clone techniques, the lava clone's composition is usually obvious at all times, as its smoldering and steaming, only taking the user's shape and not their exact appearance. Due to the nature of lava, these clones are not the fastest, but, as it is punched or kicked, those that attempt to strike it run the risk of severely burning and maiming themselves, or even damaging their weapons. Alternatively, the user can use the clone as a decoy, drawing opponents to it and once they're close enough, using it as a source for other lava attacks. Whereas other clones can only take so much damage before being destroyed, this clone can withstand a few hits due to its lava nature.



Sekkaigyōu no Jutsu (Quicklime Congealing Technique)
Rank: A
Range: Close (0m ~ 5m), Mid (5m ~ 10m)
Type: Offensive, Supplementary
Cost: Standard (no maintenance) / Sustained (suiton boost used)
Description: By compressing Youton chakra and manipulating its properties, the user expels a large quantity of quicklime from their mouth, capable of inflicting moderate burning damage to their opponents. This ability can also be manipulated in order to restrict the intended target's movements, as after the initial blast the remnants of the substance can act in a similar manner to quick-drying cement. However, the hardening factor of technique is not an instant process and rather slow, unless the addition of Suiton chakra is added to set off the necessary near-instant reaction needed to make the substance harden. Additionally, if Suiton chakra is added, it can also serve to double the area normally covered by the substance, thus further increasing the potential range of the technique. Unlike the Ash Stone Sealing technique, this can cover an area and thus entrap more than one opponent.



Shakugaryūgan no Jutsu (Scorching Stream Rock Technique)
Rank: A
Range: Close (0m ~ 5m), Mid (5m ~ 10)
Type: Offensive
Cost: Multi
Description: Within Youton, certain techniques can be manipulated to change their composition into rubber, while others are corrosive; in this case, this technique is along the line of Youton jutsu that harness the raw power of lava in its exact nature. The user expels a large amount of lava from their mouth, which quickly solidifies into multiple boulders of molten rock that are fired towards the target with tremendous force. Due to their composition, the boulders can melt through most objects with ease, and because a considerable number are dispersed over a wide range in quick succession, they are also difficult to avoid. Upon impact, these boulders splash lava in a shrapnel-like effect, which can cause indirect but nonetheless devastating damage to unprotected targets.



Youkai no Jutsu (Melting Apparition Technique)
Rank: S
Range: Close (0m ~ 5m), Mid (5m ~ 10m)
Type: Offensive, Supplementary
Cost: Sustained
Description: One of the deadliest Youton techniques, the user manipulates a strong acidic mud-like lava flow capable of corroding flesh and destroying even the strongest of defenses. The user channels Youton chakra from within, then changes the energy inside their body and converts it into a powerful acidic fluid that will melt anything on contact, delivered by spitting out the viscous fluid from their mouth. Both the shape and the amount are determined by the user. By spitting it out at short-range, the technique's speed increases. By distributing the liquid across a vast range, it moves slower, but also creates an acid wall. Anything that touches it will crumble and lose its shape. Should the initial attack miss, a great deal of corrosive smoke that can harm the visual and olfactory senses is created by the effects of the acid, so a follow-up attack can be conducted while the enemy's vision remains obscured and they struggle to breath midst the toxic fumes.



Rakuseiha (Planet Branding Blast)
Rank: S
Range: Close (0m ~ 5m), Mid (5m ~ 10m), Far (10m+)
Type: Offensive, Supplementary
Cost: Standard
Description: This technique takes the strong acidic mud-like lava flow capable of corroding flesh and destroying even the strongest of defenses from the Youkai technique, and expands it into a massive explosion. Rather than expelling it from the mouth, this acid will now literally explode from underground within a chosen area within range in a violent manner, spreading in all directions indiscriminately. Anything that touches it will crumble and lose its shape. On top of this, a great deal of corrosive smoke will linger soon after, which can harm the visual and olfactory senses is created by the effects of the acid.



Yōuton Chakura Mōdo (Lava Release Chakra Mode)
Rank: S
Range: Close (0m ~ 5m)
Type: Offensive, Defensive
Cost: Sustained
Description: One of the ultimate Youton techniques, this harnesses the pure destructive power of lava, and invokes it upon oneself. After employing a massive amount of Youton chakra, the user envelops their entire body in a coating of lava that enhances the damage of their physical attacks, as well as provides increased defense. Due to the extreme heat generated by the lava, if the user misses a strike, they are still capable of burning the target without coming into direct contact with them. In addition, it can also be used for defensive purposes, as it acts as a deterrent towards those who wish to attack the user physically. The only drawback? While this technique is active, handseals cannot be used to cast other techniques, as the user must focus all their energy on keeping the lava covering their body and maintaining its heat.



Kakazan (Flower Fruit Mountain)
Rank: S
Range: Close (0m ~ 5m), Mid (5m ~ 10m), Far (10m+)
Type: Sustained
Description: One of the ultimate Youton techniques, and one of the most destructive, the Flower-Fruit Mountain allows the user to create a massive volcano which then explodes violently, sending scorching molten rock flying up at high speeds in all directions, the effects of which resemble a giant flower. The lava produced is said to be able to melt anything in its path, and this technique is often referred to as an 'area killer' due to indiscriminate destruction and the havoc it wreaks to any and all around the caldera. As an added bonus, the lava produced by the eruption can also be used for other Youton techniques.