Ranton
___H i s t o r y:
Famous within Kumogakure, the Storm Release bloodline enjoys a long yet well hidden history. Members of the family usually have hot tempers, act before thinking, have a stylized 'Lightning' (雷) tattoo, sport a darkened skin from hard training in the sun, but retain a marvelously blond head of hair. They are also fiercely loyal to their family and village, having never had a member go rogue. A unique naming scheme permeates through the family, having some with names consisting of the English alphabet or being a pun upon a word.
___T r a i t s:
• Ranton users have Raiton [ Lightning ] and Suiton [ Water ] as chakra elements.
• Ranton users have a tattoo of the kanji "lightning" (雷) on their body.
• Most Ranton users have a fierce loyalty, comparable to that of the Hatake.
• Most Ranton users have short fuses, but this is not a must.
• Most Ranton users have darker skin, but this is not a must.
• Most Ranton users have very pure and bright hair, but this is not a must.
• Must be of the corresponding Clan.
• All Ranton users are born with a special attribute, listed below.
___A t t r i b u t e:
• Black Lightning: Raiton techniques are black in color; slightly increasing their power, while reducing visibility.
___B a s i c s:
Reizaa Saakasu [ Laser Circus ]
Manipulating their ability to mold Raiton and Suiton, the user will perform the needed handsign and release threads of "liquid lightning" from their freehand. Because of their composition and formation, these beams deal both impact and electric damage. The user is also able to bend these beams toward their target in order to deliver pinpoint strikes.
Each beam costs chakra to form and to bend.
___T e c h n i q u e s:
Hikari no Haikiryou [ Displacement of Light ]
Rank E
An add-on specifically for clones. The clone(s) will be encompassed by wobbling light patterns, which will cause it to appear to all but the user as either much larger or much smaller than it really is.
Ikatsu [ Threatening ]
Rank E
A basic Ranton ability in which the user will slap an object and have a thunder sound emit from that spot. The noise is loud enough to overlap most other sounds for a brief moment. If used offensively, a slap directly to the opponent can cause temporary deafness.
Saegiritte [ Interrupting ]
Rank D
Using one's hands as if they're using a slingshot, the user will pull back one hand and let loose. Three to five small white clouds will shoot towards the target in a straight line. Upon impact, the projectiles will stick and roll about the target as if an adhesive fluid. After setting for a short amount of time (1 post), the clouds will expand roughly two-fold, rendering the target a bit more susceptible to electricity, in addition to having some movement complications.
• Each cloud sticks for three [3] posts.
Kumogatta [ Cloud Formations ]
Rank D
A basic Ranton ability in which the user will create a human sized gray cloud, in any shape they desire, and push it off to drift for a little while (2 posts). Anyone or thing that comes into contact with this cloud will feel a moderate shock so long as they are within it.
Hikari no Kekkai [ Light's Barrier ]
Rank C
After the needed handsigns are performed, a plate of fuzzy light appears upon the user's chest. This light will strike down light to medium projectiles, and is capable of protecting against explosives by quickly shelling over the entire body.
• Lasts three [3] posts.
Amagumo [ Rain Clouds ]
Rank C
This technique condenses moisture in the air to form an overcast sky. It should be noted that this technique does not cover much area, and after being performed it still takes roughly four [4] posts before the clouds form and break open. ( Only takes two [2] posts, if clouds are already present. )
Kumoritte [ Becoming Cloudy ]
Rank C
Stretching both hands outward, the user releases a continual mass of nearly pitch black clouds which almost utterly demolish visibility. This string of black clouds will continue for as long as the user's hands are outstretched, expanding at roughly 100 yards per post.
• Badly affected by the wind.
Kumo no Fukushuu [ Arachnid's Revenge ]
Rank B
Similar to [ Kumoritte, ] the user will release a string of black clouds from their hands at roughly 100 yards per post. However, unlike Kumoritte which is merely used to disable visibility, these black clouds hold a creeping secret. Within the darkness lurks hundreds of tiny "thunder legs;" chakra created creatures which give off a small amount of light and emit an electric charge from each of their eight legs. In small amounts, the feeling of their legs on one's body is almost therapeutic, but in leagues these critters are capable of delivering an intense shock.
• Badly affected by the wind.
Makaze [ Devil's Storm ]
Rank B
Aiming their hand at their target, the user releases a capturing projectile in the fashion of a black cloud lump which expands and engulfs on impact. Once the target is encased by this cloud, they will immediately be electrocuted, rendering them either unconscious for an indefinite amount of time, or paralyzed for a moderate period (3 posts).
Raiton: Kurobansa [ Lightning Release: Black Panther ]
Rank A
The user performs a single handsign and tucks it close to their body, from here a substantial amount of black lightning will surge about their torso. By aiming the still held handsign, the user releases a mass of black lightning in the shape of a panther-like creature to electrocute their target. Because of its size and overall power, the panther is capable of causing severe damage if full contact is made.
Raiun • Honba [ Storm Cloud • Home ]
Rank A
The user releases black clouds from one hand while performing handsigns with the other. The spray of clouds will coil around and encompass on the user, forming a mass of electrically charged darkness. If anyone else ventures within the mass of clouds, they will almost instantaneously be assaulted by various electric surges, which will continue to barrage the body until said person leaves. Because of their nearly nonexistent weight, the user is free to move around at a lessened pace with this cover of electric pillows so long as they hold the single handsign.
• Lasts for [6] posts or until released.
» Raiun • Douki [ Storm Cloud • Pulsation ]
Rank C
Extending the electric composition of [ Raiun • Honba, ] the user will use their free hand to deliver a solid palm thrust from within the clouds to send out a bulb of pure electricity at a rather high velocity. Unfortunately, because the clouds are so difficult to see through, the user typically has to have developed some method to get passed this, lest they literally be shooting in the dark.
• Obtained when [ Raiun • Honba ] is learned.
» Raiun • Dendou Ranpi [ Storm Cloud • Electric Dissipation ]
Rank C
Rather than simply letting [ Raiun • Honba ] end, the user will supply additional chakra to the clouds before casting them off. Now, rather than simply fading away, the black clouds will cause an electric burst.
• Obtained when [ Raiun • Honba ] is learned.
Hongumori [ Low-Cloud Overcast ]
Rank S
With a simple snap of the fingers, the user causes overhead clouds in the area to become physically heavy, forcing them to fall rather quickly to the ground. Everyone, including the user, feels the weight of these fallen fluffs, causing movement to become a struggle. ( Moving through piles of snow, is a good example. ) Then, starting with the most conductive objects in the affected area, severe surges of lightning will indiscriminately occur within the white.
• Lasts [5] posts.
• Can only be performed once per fight.
Hijutsu: Ryuuki Boufuuryuu [ Secret Technique: Rising Dragon Storm ]
Rank S
The user takes aim with both hands, builds up chakra, and then releases a twisting torrent of black clouds at the target at an impressive speed. While twisting, the black clouds will separate and converge multiple times, as if dragons clashing during a fight. This odd display can be rather confusing for first time opponents... or, victims, rather. When the attack finally makes impact, the clouds will cluster, swirl, and electrocute a rather well sized area. Then, just as the technique seems to be coming to an end, the user will perform one last handsign, and the clouds will coil and spin into a miniature storm tornado. Although it only gives a few rotations, the second half of this technique is just as, if not more so lethal as the first.
