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[spoiler=Taijutsu][table=5]D-Rank[c]C-Rank[c]B-Rank[c]A-Rank[c]S-Rank[c]23[c]19[c]17[c]6[c]3[/table]
[spoiler=The Art of Hand to Hand][table][center][color=Yellow][big][b]Wushu[/center][/color][/big][/b][hr] A close quarter combat created by Hotaru, using the mind more than the body. A style about staying in harmony and releasing short burst of strikes to over come your foes. A style more focuses on defending and attacking the targets weak points when they think they have their advantage. Using Hotaru's Taijutsu to overcome stronger foes by attacking weakspots like knees, groin, blocks and other moves to prove that brain wins over brawn.
Req: CQC, Deft hands, Perception, Acrobatics. [/table][hr][center]D-Rank[/center][hr][color=yellow][Wushu • Know Your Enemy][/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: 10 Instinct, 10 Taijutsu.
Having extensive experience and knowledge in martial arts and the anatomy, both through first-hand experience and theory, the user has managed to obtain and maintain great overall knowledge of the human body and its workings. This knowledge allows them easily to identify and target weak points, such as the backs of joints, organs, nose, jaw, etc.
[color=yellow][Wushu • Know Your Limits][/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know Your Enemy, Subtle Movements.
Having extensive knowledge over the human body's limitations, the user has managed to achieve great skill in the art of analyzing how well their own or their opponent's bodies may respond to a given situation, in terms of body length, size, ability, speed, strength. With this technique, one would be aware of how an opponent could respond in battle, such as a situation where the user has the opponent in a choke hold and the opponent may bend their legs to kick back. Although the user must see the targets movement.
[color=yellow][Wushu • Know The First Step][/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know Your Enemy, Know Your Limits, 10 Taijutsu, 10 Instinct.
Hotaru can use her Instinct to anticipate and react to attacks to literally kick attacks from the air, as her feet are precise enough to meet other people's punches or kicks as they fly. Using her feet, she aims kicks at her opponents hands or feet when they attack, aiming to attempt to throw the attacks off or stop them completely. This can be kept up as long as Hotaru can see the attacks coming, But is only able to be used effectively against someone with opponents that aren't too strong, as she is flexible and fast enough with her feet to keep up with most attack chains but too much power will eventually overcome her.
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Double][/color]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: 10 Taijutsu
An easy maneuver where the user rotates their body, using their speed to swing their arms up and punch their opponent at great speed. The user is able to do this while standing still and while running. This technique is used with [b]Know How[/b] series to create maximum damage with minimum exertion.
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Know How to Rebound; Kip up][/color]
D-rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: 10 Taijutsu.
This is an easy technique that allows the user to dodge incoming attacks by lying down on the ground then jumping up. The user rolls back to the ball on the neck before pushing up with their core and arms in a half moon circle. If performed correctly the user should be pushed back up to a standing position in no time.
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Maximize Kick][/color]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know Your Limits, 10 Taijutsu.
This is an easy technique that allows the user to maximize their attack with use of their speed and planting. Once the user is at high speed they jump forward and perform a half handspring, then aims to kick their target on the stomach.
[hr][center]C-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=yellow][Wushu • Know How to One-Two][/color]
C-Rank Stance Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know Your Limits, 15 Taijutsu, 15 Instinct.
With their high level in the art of manipulating and using their body and also high reflexes and strategic ability, the user has mastered their ability of avoiding quick strikes that come on short notice, finding little to no challenge in side-stepping punches, jumping over kicks, leaning back, among others. The user understands that fights have a tempo and is able to adapt him or herself into said tempo in order to dodge effectively.
[color=yellow][Wushu • Know Your Arsenal][/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know How to One-Two
The user, after many hours of practice, repetition and conditioning their body and mind, have obtained a high degree of muscle memory.They can shoot off any of their techniques practically at any time when not under special circumstances. They may also respond faster to and almost predict an enemy attack from a slight movement simply due to their understanding and comprehension of the anatomy and Taijutsu itself. This means they may have a chance at counter-attack a target with a lot more efficiency, using only the knowledge of their bodies, meaning it'll be a Tai vs Strength situation, not a Strength vs Strength situation.
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Roundhouse][/color]
C-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: 15 Taijutsu
An easy maneuver where the user is able to jump up and rotate their bodies, using their speed to swing their leg up and kick their opponent in the jaw. The user is able to do this while standing still and while running. This technique is used with [b]Know How[/b] series to create maximum damage with minimum exertion.
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Know Your Defense][/color]
C-Rank Stance Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know Your Enemy; Know Your Limits
Having attained a high level of Taijutsu, Taijutsu theory and reflexes themselves, the user is able to counter-attack the heaviest of blows without having to use impressive force themselves. Applying the use of angles, positioning, anatomy knowledge and overall Taijutsu knowledge itself, the user is able to block or deflect heavy blows without having to use force.
[color=yellow][Wushu • Know Your Techniques; One Hand][/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know The First Step, 5 Wushu techs, 20 Taijutsu, 20 Instinct, 25 Speed.
This is where the Wushu starts to shine, this fighting technique is for seasoned Wushu users as it can pose a threat to an inexperienced user. First of all the user trains to fight with one hand, this mentality forces the user to slow down his/her tempo. The user focuses on precision(+6 Taijutsu) but comes with the cost of not being able to perform any Ninjutsu nor Genjutsu until using two hands.
[hr][center]B-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=Yellow][b][Wushu • Ying Yang][/b][/color]
B-Ranked Discipline Taijutsu
Through hard training and battling different Taijutsu styles, the user has learned to observe the targets combat style and determine what concentration the target has used after 4 posts of combat. This is a hard feat to pull off unless the user has full focus on the target and is a precursor discipline for grander Wushu techniques.
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Know How to Counter][/color]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know How to One-Two, 25 Taijutsu, 25 Instinct.
With their high level in the art of manipulating and using their body and also high reflexes and strategic ability, the user has mastered their ability of avoiding quick strikes that come on short notice, finding little to no challenge in side-stepping punches, jumping over kicks, leaning back, among others. The user understands that fights have a tempo and is able to adapt him or herself into said tempo in order to dodge effectively but instead of fully dodging the attacks the user is able to perform a quick counter, using the targets momentum against them. Often aiming for the solar plexus, an area that can cause damage and sustaining pain, (-3 Taijutsu, -3 Strength) for 5 posts.
[color=yellow][Wushu • Know Your Techniques; Two Hands][/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know Your Techniques, 25 Taijutsu, 25 Instinct.
This technique is the be used if the user can't defeat their opponent via one handed mode, forcing the user to get serious and fight for real, with the knowledge of the body the user is able to focus their mind and uncap an adrenaline charge once they are forced to cancel [i]One Hand[/i] in which the technique has to be active for at least 3. This adrenaline boosts the user (3+ Taijutsu) and their strength (+6), although during this boost the user slows down a bit (-3 Speed) and loses their ability remain in perfect harmony (-3 Instinct, -3 Control).
[color=Yellow][Wushu • The Step Down][/color]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
The user kicks the target on the inside of their hip with one leg then swings around to kick the outside of the knee with the other before delivering a side step thrust kick to the center of the target just as they lose balance. The user is able to do this while standing still and while running. This technique is used with [b]Know How[/b] series to create maximum damage with minimum exertion.
[hr][center]A-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Dragon Rush][/color]
A-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Double, The Step Down
This is a special combo attack utilizing a flurry of attacks to daze and confuse the target. The user delivers a 5 punch and 5 kick combo ending with a thrust kick to send the targets back. The user opens up with a flurry of punches on the upper body and ends them with kicks to the targets lower body before stepping in to thrust kick them. This technique is used with [b]Know How[/b] series to create maximum damage with minimum exertion.
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[table][center][color=slategray][big][b]"Ghost"[/center][/color][/big][/b][hr] A weaponry style created by Hotaru in order to master the way of both stealth and armed combat. The user uses their wits and human knowledge to their advantage, to not only strike them when they are unprepared but also take them down before they manage get a full grip on the ever surprising trickster.
Req: Deft hands, Perception, Projectile, Sword, Acrobatics, Corded Weapons.[/table]
[hr][center]D-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=slategray]Ghost Draw[/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Sword.
The user has mastered the ways of drawing their hidden sword slowly to reduce sound, though at this level the user can only unsheathe the blade without drawing attention.
[color=slategray]Knife Proficiency[/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Hidden-blade, knife.
The user has mastered the ways of wielding a knife on either grip side and is able to switch in between then with ease.
[color=slategray]Bleeding Feet[/color]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu.
A simple move where the user kicks the targets shin with an angle to cause their legs to bleed, this is used to track targets if they try to escape.
[color=slategray]Paper Cut[/color]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Bladed weapon.
The user aims to slash their targets arms in order to weaken then and leave the target open for followup attacks. These minor annoyances are overcome by either regeneration or minor wound treatments. If left untreated they will draw -1 strength from the target.
[color=slategray]Switch it Up[/color]
D-Rank Stance Taijutsu
The user has mastered the ways of switching between her unarmed style to her armed variant and vice versa on the fly. By sheathing her weapons and using the blade as fist grip, allows her to stay one step ahead.
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[center]C-Rank[/center]
[hr][color=Slategray]No signs[/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Trained through the art of stealth, the user is aware of of any visible tracks that they have left behind and covers their trace. This is technique is the first of a long chain of Black Ops techniques created to make the user appear as a ghost and vanish without a trace.
[color=slategray]Paper Slash[/color]
C-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=slategray]Paper Cut[/color], Bladed weapon.
The user aims to slash their targets upper body in order to weaken then and leave the target open for followup attacks. These annoyances are overcome by either regeneration or wound treatments. If left untreated they will draw -3 strength from the target.
[color=slategray]Shank[/color]
C-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=slategray]Knife Proficiency[/color], Knife, Hidden-blade
The user precision stabs the target with their hidden-blade or knife, aiming to stab them by the guts in order to maximize the damage and cause internal bleeding. (-3 Stamina) The wound will go on bleeding until treated.
[color=slategray]Dual Wielder[/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Sword and Knife.
The user has mastered the way of wielding two separate weapons and work a way to use both at their advantage for both offensive and defensive purposes.
[color=slategray]Blade Deflector[/color]
C-Rank Manouver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Knife, Hidden-blade.
The user has mastered the way of deflecting bladed weapons with their knife, using the small size to throw their target off balance. This only works if her [Taijutsu+Instinct]/2 is higher or equal to/than the targets [Taijutsu+speed]/2.
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[center]B-Rank[/center]
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[color=slategray]Rebellious Execution[/color]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu.
Prerequisite: Hidden-Blade, 10 [color=Yellow]Wushu[/color].
The user begins by moving within the targets guard before delivering a standing round house kick to their head, the user locks the opponents head instead of striking it by placing their head between their thigh and calf. Once their leg closes in on their target, they pull their body down to crash their head first to the ground, followed by a well placed dagger between the ribs. This devastating combo can be quiet lethal, especially if the wound is left untreated.
[color=slategray]Ghost Strike[/color]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=slategray]Ghost Draw[/color], [color=slategray]Black Wolf[/color], Sword, 25 Speed.
The user crouches down to a three point stand as they lock in on their target, once their mind is set, they will rush the next [Strength=meters] at top speed and lose the ability to change direction until their strike has either landed or been blocked. This grants the user the ability to vanish as a shadow if the targets (speed+Instinct/2) is lower than the users speed.
[color=slategray]Nun-Chucks Mastery[/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Nun-Chucks, 25 Instinct, 25 Taijutsu.
This is a simple Nun-Chucks discipline that allows the user to utilize the weapon without second thought, the user has become one with the weapon and since it moves at great speed the target has to have higher/equal instinct to/than the users (Taijutsu+Speed)/2 in order to keep up with the weapons dance/strikes.
[color=slategray]Bruce Force[/color]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Nun-Chucks, 25 Instinct, 25 Taijutsu.
A simple Nun-Chucks combo that starts with a strike to the stomach (-2 Stamina), knee (-2 Speed) then a swift move to strike the targets head, this is used to not only daze the target (-2 Instinct) but also weaken their bodies. This pummeling combination can be switched up in different orders to achieve the same effect. This effect lasts for 4 posts or until the target has regenerated from the damage received.
[color=slategray]Reckless Abandon[/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=slategray]Switch it Up[/color], 25 Instinct, 25 Taijutsu.
This is an upgraded version of [color=slategray]Switch it Up[/color], which allows the user to switch between all of her weapons mid combo and change some of her styles without stopping to suit the needed tactic, such as starting a fight with Wushu, then tossing senbons at close range to finish up with a knife strike or nun-chuck combo.
[color=slategray]Ghost Wolf[/color]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=dimgray]Black Wolf.[/color], Blade.
The user must first find themselves either above or below an unsuspecting target, once they are in place and have them on lock on, they will pounce the opponent and strike them with their weapon/s between their ribs. If the wound is left untreated then it can lead to certain death.
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[center]A-Rank[/center]
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[color=slategray]Step it Up[/color]
A-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=Yellow]The Step Up[/color], Sword.
The user reverses The Step Up move set and begins the technique with a kick to the back of the targets knee, followed by using the same foot to kick the targets hip. The user follows with their target before surprising with a falling sword. The user aims at the targets solar plexus, using both their momentum and the targets powerless pose to their advantage.
[color=slategray]Predator[/color]
A-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=slategray]Ghost Wolf[/color], [color=slategray]Ghost Draw[/color]
The user sits at their vantage point and takes key notice of their targets whereabouts, they plan out their form of attack before picking out four targets that are within 20 meters range. Using their speed, wits and weaponry the target is able to keep up with four unsuspecting foes and use the surprise attack to her advantage. If the users (Taijutsu+Speed+Instinct/3) is higher/equal to/than the targets (Taijutsu+Instinct/2) the users movements will be hard to perceive due to unpreparedness for 3 posts.
[hr][center]S-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=Slategray]Rise of the Dragon[/color]
S-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: [color=yellow]Dragon Rush[/color], Sword, Nun-chucks, Grappling hook.
An upgraded version of [color=yellow]Dragon Rush[/color] is a special combo attack utilizing a flurry of attacks and weaponry to fatally wound the target(s) (Up to Tai stat/10 (max 5)] if users [Tai+Speed]/2 is higher than targets [Tai+Speed+Instinct]/3 though the outcome is that the user has to split the ten strike combo between the targets. The user throws a grappling hook to connect themselves with the first target, yanks them in to delivers 3 punches, a knife stab to the knee, then uses the sword to cut their stomach, followed by a 3 kick combo to their uninjured leg before using the nun-chuck to hit them across the chest and head before ending the combo with a thrust kick to send the target flying back. This technique is used with Know How series to create maximum damage with minimum exertion
[/spoiler][hr][spoiler=Black Ops][Spoiler=Game of Spies][table][center][color=Dimgrey][big][b]I Spy a Little Lie[/center][/color][/big][/b][hr] A spy style Hotaru created to help her infiltrate, collect information, impersonate, hide and escape style. Having spent years studying people the spy has learned how to imitate and fortify information, switch personalities on the fly and vanish within seconds. The perfect style for a spy on the move.
Req: Stealth, Perception.[/table][hr][center]D-Rank[/center]
[hr][color=dimgrey]Lock Pick[/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Instinct, 10 Taijutsu.
Mastering the art of using a lock pick, opening various locks, ranging from doors to cuffs.
[color=dimgrey]Innocent[/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=dimgrey]Act like it[/color]
If the user has chosen to act like a cute character then Innocent can be used to attempt to trick the target into believing that they are innocent. Her Tai vs their inst to see through her lies.
[color=dimgrey]Spies Intuition; [sub]Presence[/sub][/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Instinct.
The user performs a quick check in her surroundings every once awhile, this allows her to pick up if anyone is stalking her by recognizing faces/clothing.
[color=dimgrey]Spy Make up[/color]
D-Rank Manouver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Realistic Make-Up Kit
This is a basic spy technique that lets Hotaru perform minor changes in her appearance, she simply applies the make up which ends up pretty realistic. At this level Hotaru is able to make herself appear 2 years younger and up to 5 years older. More feminine or masculine.
[color=dimgrey]Born To Find A Weapon[/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Instinct.
Using her preying eyes to find the nearest weapon, whether it be a scroll, to a lethal weapon. The spy always has her eyes open for any potential weapon within her surroundings.
[color=dimgrey]Pick Pocket; [sub]Minor Object[/sub][/color]
D-Rank Manouver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Taijutsu, 10 Instinct, Location of the item.
This is one of the most basic techniques the spy has in her archive, first it requires that the user knows where the item (1 post) is located on the person, then bumps into them and attempt to pick the targets pocket, if the target has lower taijutsu than Hotaru then they won't notice. If the target has a Instinct equal to or greater than Hotaru's Instinct and Taijutsu average, this technique is ineffective. This only works on object smaller than a kunai and she can't plant items on the target at this level.
[hr][center]C-Rank[/center]
[hr][color=dimgrey]Stealth; [sub]Black Wolf[/sub][/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Hotaru has learned what she can step on, and how much noise it would make, using this to her advantage the spy can nearly sprint without making noise at (-6 Speed).
[color=dimgrey]Act Like it; [sub]Theater Actor[/sub][/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 15 Instinct, 15 taijutsu
This is a basic spy technique that lets Hotaru control her body to the point where she can act as a totally different person, using her Instinct to come up with a different personality. The user seems very convincing, to perform this the user requires some extended information about the area and needs to write down some simple mental notes. At this level she can't impersonate. Instinct vs Instinct to see through her lies.
[color=dimgrey]Pick Pocket; [sub]Intermediate Object[/sub][/color]
C-Rank Manouver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 15 Taijutsu, 15 Instinct, Location of the item.
This is one of the most basic techniques the spy has in her archive, first it requires that the user knows where the item (1 post) is located on the person, then bumps into them and attempt to pick the targets pocket, if the target has lower [instinct+tai]/2 than the users taijutsu then they won't notice. This works on object smaller than a pouch and she cant plant items on the target at this level as well.
[color=dimgrey]Speak Like it; [sub]Voice Acting[/sub][/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 15 Instinct.
A basic spy technique that lets Hotaru alter her voice, whether she adds a different accent or changes the pitch of her tone. She can pull of male and female voices, although male voices will leave her throat soar. At this level she can't impersonate. Instinct vs Instinct to hear through her lies.
[color=dimgrey]Spies Intuition; [sub]The Hawk[/sub][/color]
C-Rank Stance Taijutsu
The user starts focusing their mind at the price (+6 Instinct) trying to obtain as much information as possible. This information process makes it harder for the user to move at full speed (-6 Speed) although the user still minds her surroundings.
[hr][center]B-Rank[/center]
[hr][color=dimgrey]Subtle Movements[/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
The user is able to pick up subtle body language, this allows the user to tell if someone is lying, or hiding something. This only works if Hotaru has higher/equal Instinct to/than the target.
[color=dimgrey]Stealth; Silent Wolf[/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=dimgrey]Black Wolf[/color]
Hotaru has upgraded her previous jutsu and has now learned how to sprint at full speed without making noises.
[color=dimgrey]Method Acting[/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite:[color=dimgrey]Theater Actor[/color], 25 Tai, 25 Instinct.
To perform this taijutsu the user must spend at least half a post preparing for the role of her life and as long as she continues to play the role the more convinced she becomes that she is that character. With enough practice the woman could act like anyone she has gathered enough information of. Although at this level it leaves little room for improvisation. Instinct vs Instinct to see through her lies.
[color=dimgrey]Master Voice Actor[/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=dimgrey]Voice Acting[/color] 25 Tai, 25 Instinct.
To perform this taijutsu the user must spend at least half a post preparing, at this level there's no accent, tone of voice the spy can't hit, and no matter how high/low pitch her voice doesn't sore. This ranges from young boy/girl to old man/woman. Instinct vs Instinct to hear through her lies.
[hr][center]A-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=dimgray]I Am Not[/color]
A-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=dimgrey]Method Acting[/color], [color=dimgrey]Master Voice Actor[/color].
To perform this taijutsu the user must spend at least half a post preparing for the role of her life and as long as she continues to play the role the more convinced she becomes that she is that character. With enough practice the woman could copy anyone's mannerism, characteristics, tone of voice and style of which she has gathered enough information of. At this level she is able perform great improvisations. [Taijutsu+Instinct]/2 vs their [Instinct] and they need equal or above to see through her lies.
[color=dimgrey]Mind Reader[/color]
A-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=dimgrey]Subtle Movements[/color], 30 Taijutsu
Through the art of being able to read their subtle movements, readings of emotions and appear to "manipulate" the outcome of the situation making it appear as if they are reading their minds. In order for this connection to be linked, the user must study the target for 4 posts, gather enough information about the targets behavioral patterns, speech and it will only works if Hotaru has higher/equal Instinct to/than the target.
[hr][center]S-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=dimgrey]Born To Find A Way[/color]
S-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 40 Instinct.
By studying the target/area for more than 5 posts, the user gets a hub of possibilities that can be created, within this zone it almost appears as a playground for the user as they can chose to set up traps, find various ways to enter in through fortress, lead enemies into danger, etc. The user keeps a strong grip of the information flow, giving them data on almost anything within a max 1 mile, meaning any broken branches, new footsteps will be noticeable once she returns to that specific area and allow Hotaru to notice those small changes, though it can change to smaller sizes.
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[table=Black Swan][center][color=Black][big][b]Black Swan[/center][/color][/big][/b][hr] A Black ops projectile Style created by Hotaru, heavily support fire and meant to pin down multiple targets in order to lure them into traps and or defend from incoming attacks. Using high taijutsu and high Instinct this style aims to be the best out there. One worthy of a true Black Ops member.
Req: Upper body, Deft hands, Projectile weapons.[/table][hr][center]D-Rank[/center][hr]
[b][color=black]Clash[/color][/b]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prereq: 10 Taijutsu.
After training for hours on end the user has mastered the technique be able to toss a kunai/shuriken/senbon at an incoming projectile and change it's trajectory (If the users Taijutsu is high enough and strength is within 3 limit).
[b][color=black]Short Range Toss[/color][/b]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
This technique allows the user to toss kunai/shuriken/senbon at short ranges, these tosses usually are ineffective once they reach 10 meters away. Although within this short range they are far more accurate (+3 Taijutsu, -3 Strength).
[b][color=black]Eagle[/color][/b]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Instinct.
After hours of training the user has trained to track targets, training to estimate distance and speed. This technique helps the user keep task on other targets at the same time.
[color=black][b]Dangerous[/b][/color]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Taijutsu.
The difference between combat and training is danger and unpredictability. The user of this technique is experienced at loosing weapons from positions other than a set stance, maintaining offense even while acting on the defense or recovering from a fall. Such attacks are made at full Strength and accuracy.
[b][color=black]3[/color][/b]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Taijutsu
After training for hours on end the user has mastered the technique to hand and throw three Kunai/Shuriken/Senbon with one arm at ease. They wont effect the speed/strength or aim.
[b][color=black]6[/color][/b]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]3[/color], 15 Taijutsu
Upgraded version of [color=black]3[/color], where the user can carry twice as many Kunai/Shuriken/Senbon with one hand and be able to toss them at ease. They wont effect the speed/strength or aim.
[hr][center]C-Rank[/center][hr]
[b][color=black]Droplets[/color][/b]
C-Rank Stance Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]3[/color], 20 Taijutsu, 20 speed.
This is where the Black Swan style starts to show it's true colors. The user first fills both/one hand/s with either Kunai/Shuriken/Senbon, then proceeds to toss them at the target at great speed. During the toss the user is able to quickly reload without having to interrupt if they chose to place the weapon next to them or items from one pouch.
[b][color=black]Bursting the seems[/color][/b]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]Short Range Toss[/color], 20 Taijutsu.
This technique allows the user to toss kunai/shuriken/senbon at short ranges, these tosses usually are ineffective once they reach 15 meters away. Although within this short range they are far more accurate (+6 Taijutsu, -6 Strength).
[b][color=black]Weapon on Weapon action[/color][/b]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 20 Taijutsu.
This technique allows the user to toss kunai/shuriken/senbon another kunai/shuriken/senbon to arc it's trajectory, the user begins by throwing a set of projectiles before tossing another one that changes the first's directions up to 90 degrees.
[b][color=black]Hand-Eye-Coordination[/color][/b]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]Eagle[/color].
Relying on the ability to discern distance and track targets, the user makes a ranged attack on a moving target. Assuming that the target's speed and direction remain the same, shots made with this technique "lead" the correct amount to almost certainly strike true.
[hr][center]B-Rank[/center][hr]
[b][color=black]Rain[/color][/b]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]3[/color], [color=black]Droplets[/color], 25 Taijutsu, 25 speed.
This is the upgraded version of [color=black]Droplets[/color]. The user first fills both hands with either Kunai/Shuriken/Senbon, then proceeds to toss them at the target at great speed. During the toss the user is able to quickly reload without having to interrupt if they chose to place the weapons next to them or chose from multiple pouches and can continue until they run out of projectiles.
[b][color=black]When it Rains[/color][/b]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]Rain[/color], 25 Taijutsu.
The upgraded version of [color=black]Rain[/color], this is where the style really starts to shine. If the users [Taijutsu+Instinct+Speed]/3 is higher/equal to/than the targets Instinct they will be able to chose to use any jutsu rank lower than C-Rank to combine into their never ending onslaught of projectiles, allowing them to attack from various positions and angles. It takes a full post before the jutsu will fire off and the user must maintain the toss during the entire projectile rain.
[b][color=black]Turret[/color][/b]
B-Rank Stance Taijutsu
[b]Prerequisite:[/b] 25 Speed.
This technique relies on speed to unleash a rapid series of ranged attacks against one or more targets. The user draws and launches in one fluid motion, falling into a rhythm and maintaining it. Doing so can provide effective suppression fire, urging a quarry into a trap or setting up for a future technique. The user can also attempt to pin down a number of targets equal to the user's Taijutsu Stat (Max being 25) for the duration, which lasts for as long as the user has ammunition and maintains the attack. The user's legs must remain stationary save to pivot.
[hr][center]A-Rank[/center][hr]
[b][color=black]It pours[/color][/b]
A-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]When it Rains[/color], 35 Taijutsu.
The upgraded version of [color=black]When it Rains[/color], this is where the style really starts to shine. If the users [Taijutsu+Instinct+Speed]/3 is higher/equal to/than the targets Instinct they will be able to chose to use any jutsu rank lower than B-Rank to combine into their never ending onslaught of projectiles, allowing them to attack from various positions and angles. It takes a full post before the jutsu will fire off and the user must maintain the toss during the entire projectile rain.
[hr][center]S-Rank[/center][hr]
[b][color=black]Monsun[/color][/b]
S-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]Weapon on Weapon action[/color], [color=black]Hand-Eye-Coordination[/color], 40 Taijutsu, 40 Instinct.
The user plants their feet and begins to empty their weapon stash, they will keep their eye on a target and begin to swarm them with senbons/kunai/shuriken in order to weaken the foe. The overwhelming projectile weapons twists and turns as they bounce off walls and each other and the longer the target stays pinned within the area and get targeted then they lose 8 stats (-2 Tai, Stam, Str, Spe) per post up till 5, the wounds lasts until they recover from the damage. This technique can only be used once per thread as it empties the users weapon stash, leaving them with only a handfull left.[/spoiler][/spoiler][/spoiler][spoiler=Genjutsu][table=5]D-Rank[c]C-Rank[c]B-Rank[c]A-Rank[c]S-Rank[c]3[c]2[c]1[c]-[c]-[/table]
[hr][center]D-Rank[/center]
[hr][color=dimgrey]Expand[/color]
D-Rank Illusion Genjutsu
Prereq: Sight Init.
After forming a set of hand seals, Hotaru will grab a smoke bomb and toss it on the ground. If the target sees this then the smoke will expanding double its original size, for an easier escape. Last 3 post.
[color=dimgrey]Minor tweaks[/color]
D-Rank Illusion Genjutsu
Prereq: Sight Init.
After forming a set of hand seals, Hotaru will swipe her hand over her face, if the target sees this, then they will be trapped within the genjutsu. Within the genjutsu, they will see that Hotaru has gone through a minor alter (change eye color, remove piercing, changing age, growing beard) Although this only works for the face. Last for 3 post.
[color=Dimgray]Doppelganger[/color]
D-Rank Illusion Genjutsu
Prereq: Sight Init.
After forming a set of hand seals, Hotaru attempt to block an incoming attack, if the target sees her attempt to block the incoming attack then a clone created by a swarm of Fireflies will appear in her place,. This clone functions as a simple clone, created to take in the damage. The clone only completes the defense transaction and once the clone has been struck it will immediately puff into scattering fireflies, this genjutsu is merely used to distract the target while the real body attempts to evade the incoming attack. Last 1 post.
[hr][center]C-Rank[/center]
[hr][color=Dimgray]Wait What?[/color]
C-Rank Status Genjutsu
Prereq: Sight Init.
After forming a set of hand seals, Hotaru attempt to move in for an attack, if the target sees the user take a step towards them the genjutsu will initiate. Once triggered the target will forget what form of attack s/he planned for a brief second. Last 1 post.
[color=dimgrey]Forgettable[/color]
C-Rank Status Genjutsu
Prereq: Sound Init.
Hotaru preforms the handseals needed and focuses chakra to her tongue for one post. She then whistles triggering the genjutsu. This is used to make quick escapes and evade others to hide the physical features such as body proportions, hair color, and facial structure proportions. Once the genjutsu ends after 2 posts the afflicted will remember the physical features and continue their pursuit.
[hr][center]B-Rank[/center]
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[color=Dimgray]Doppelganger II[/color]
B-Rank Warp Genjutsu
Prereq: Sight Init, [color=Dimgray]Doppelganger[/color].
After forming a set of hand seals, Hotaru attempt to block an incoming attack, if the target sees her attempt to block the incoming attack then four clones are created by a swarm of Fireflies, the first one will appear in her place. This clone functions as a simple clone, created to take in the damage. The clone only completes the defense transaction and once the clone has been struck it will immediately puff into scattering fireflies, the other three will roll out of the puff and initiate an attack that has the possibility of causing distress on the target. This genjutsu is merely used to distract the target while the real body attempts to evade or counter attack. Lasts for 1 post.
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[spoiler=The Art of Hand to Hand][table][center][color=Yellow][big][b]Wushu[/center][/color][/big][/b][hr] A close quarter combat created by Hotaru, using the mind more than the body. A style about staying in harmony and releasing short burst of strikes to over come your foes. A style more focuses on defending and attacking the targets weak points when they think they have their advantage. Using Hotaru's Taijutsu to overcome stronger foes by attacking weakspots like knees, groin, blocks and other moves to prove that brain wins over brawn.
Req: CQC, Deft hands, Perception, Acrobatics. [/table][hr][center]D-Rank[/center][hr][color=yellow][Wushu • Know Your Enemy][/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: 10 Instinct, 10 Taijutsu.
Having extensive experience and knowledge in martial arts and the anatomy, both through first-hand experience and theory, the user has managed to obtain and maintain great overall knowledge of the human body and its workings. This knowledge allows them easily to identify and target weak points, such as the backs of joints, organs, nose, jaw, etc.
[color=yellow][Wushu • Know Your Limits][/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know Your Enemy, Subtle Movements.
Having extensive knowledge over the human body's limitations, the user has managed to achieve great skill in the art of analyzing how well their own or their opponent's bodies may respond to a given situation, in terms of body length, size, ability, speed, strength. With this technique, one would be aware of how an opponent could respond in battle, such as a situation where the user has the opponent in a choke hold and the opponent may bend their legs to kick back. Although the user must see the targets movement.
[color=yellow][Wushu • Know The First Step][/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know Your Enemy, Know Your Limits, 10 Taijutsu, 10 Instinct.
Hotaru can use her Instinct to anticipate and react to attacks to literally kick attacks from the air, as her feet are precise enough to meet other people's punches or kicks as they fly. Using her feet, she aims kicks at her opponents hands or feet when they attack, aiming to attempt to throw the attacks off or stop them completely. This can be kept up as long as Hotaru can see the attacks coming, But is only able to be used effectively against someone with opponents that aren't too strong, as she is flexible and fast enough with her feet to keep up with most attack chains but too much power will eventually overcome her.
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Double][/color]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: 10 Taijutsu
An easy maneuver where the user rotates their body, using their speed to swing their arms up and punch their opponent at great speed. The user is able to do this while standing still and while running. This technique is used with [b]Know How[/b] series to create maximum damage with minimum exertion.
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Know How to Rebound; Kip up][/color]
D-rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: 10 Taijutsu.
This is an easy technique that allows the user to dodge incoming attacks by lying down on the ground then jumping up. The user rolls back to the ball on the neck before pushing up with their core and arms in a half moon circle. If performed correctly the user should be pushed back up to a standing position in no time.
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Maximize Kick][/color]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know Your Limits, 10 Taijutsu.
This is an easy technique that allows the user to maximize their attack with use of their speed and planting. Once the user is at high speed they jump forward and perform a half handspring, then aims to kick their target on the stomach.
[hr][center]C-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=yellow][Wushu • Know How to One-Two][/color]
C-Rank Stance Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know Your Limits, 15 Taijutsu, 15 Instinct.
With their high level in the art of manipulating and using their body and also high reflexes and strategic ability, the user has mastered their ability of avoiding quick strikes that come on short notice, finding little to no challenge in side-stepping punches, jumping over kicks, leaning back, among others. The user understands that fights have a tempo and is able to adapt him or herself into said tempo in order to dodge effectively.
[color=yellow][Wushu • Know Your Arsenal][/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know How to One-Two
The user, after many hours of practice, repetition and conditioning their body and mind, have obtained a high degree of muscle memory.They can shoot off any of their techniques practically at any time when not under special circumstances. They may also respond faster to and almost predict an enemy attack from a slight movement simply due to their understanding and comprehension of the anatomy and Taijutsu itself. This means they may have a chance at counter-attack a target with a lot more efficiency, using only the knowledge of their bodies, meaning it'll be a Tai vs Strength situation, not a Strength vs Strength situation.
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Roundhouse][/color]
C-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: 15 Taijutsu
An easy maneuver where the user is able to jump up and rotate their bodies, using their speed to swing their leg up and kick their opponent in the jaw. The user is able to do this while standing still and while running. This technique is used with [b]Know How[/b] series to create maximum damage with minimum exertion.
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Know Your Defense][/color]
C-Rank Stance Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know Your Enemy; Know Your Limits
Having attained a high level of Taijutsu, Taijutsu theory and reflexes themselves, the user is able to counter-attack the heaviest of blows without having to use impressive force themselves. Applying the use of angles, positioning, anatomy knowledge and overall Taijutsu knowledge itself, the user is able to block or deflect heavy blows without having to use force.
[color=yellow][Wushu • Know Your Techniques; One Hand][/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know The First Step, 5 Wushu techs, 20 Taijutsu, 20 Instinct, 25 Speed.
This is where the Wushu starts to shine, this fighting technique is for seasoned Wushu users as it can pose a threat to an inexperienced user. First of all the user trains to fight with one hand, this mentality forces the user to slow down his/her tempo. The user focuses on precision(+6 Taijutsu) but comes with the cost of not being able to perform any Ninjutsu nor Genjutsu until using two hands.
[hr][center]B-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=Yellow][b][Wushu • Ying Yang][/b][/color]
B-Ranked Discipline Taijutsu
Through hard training and battling different Taijutsu styles, the user has learned to observe the targets combat style and determine what concentration the target has used after 4 posts of combat. This is a hard feat to pull off unless the user has full focus on the target and is a precursor discipline for grander Wushu techniques.
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Know How to Counter][/color]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know How to One-Two, 25 Taijutsu, 25 Instinct.
With their high level in the art of manipulating and using their body and also high reflexes and strategic ability, the user has mastered their ability of avoiding quick strikes that come on short notice, finding little to no challenge in side-stepping punches, jumping over kicks, leaning back, among others. The user understands that fights have a tempo and is able to adapt him or herself into said tempo in order to dodge effectively but instead of fully dodging the attacks the user is able to perform a quick counter, using the targets momentum against them. Often aiming for the solar plexus, an area that can cause damage and sustaining pain, (-3 Taijutsu, -3 Strength) for 5 posts.
[color=yellow][Wushu • Know Your Techniques; Two Hands][/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Know Your Techniques, 25 Taijutsu, 25 Instinct.
This technique is the be used if the user can't defeat their opponent via one handed mode, forcing the user to get serious and fight for real, with the knowledge of the body the user is able to focus their mind and uncap an adrenaline charge once they are forced to cancel [i]One Hand[/i] in which the technique has to be active for at least 3. This adrenaline boosts the user (3+ Taijutsu) and their strength (+6), although during this boost the user slows down a bit (-3 Speed) and loses their ability remain in perfect harmony (-3 Instinct, -3 Control).
[color=Yellow][Wushu • The Step Down][/color]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
The user kicks the target on the inside of their hip with one leg then swings around to kick the outside of the knee with the other before delivering a side step thrust kick to the center of the target just as they lose balance. The user is able to do this while standing still and while running. This technique is used with [b]Know How[/b] series to create maximum damage with minimum exertion.
[hr][center]A-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=Yellow][Wushu • Dragon Rush][/color]
A-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: Double, The Step Down
This is a special combo attack utilizing a flurry of attacks to daze and confuse the target. The user delivers a 5 punch and 5 kick combo ending with a thrust kick to send the targets back. The user opens up with a flurry of punches on the upper body and ends them with kicks to the targets lower body before stepping in to thrust kick them. This technique is used with [b]Know How[/b] series to create maximum damage with minimum exertion.
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[table][center][color=slategray][big][b]"Ghost"[/center][/color][/big][/b][hr] A weaponry style created by Hotaru in order to master the way of both stealth and armed combat. The user uses their wits and human knowledge to their advantage, to not only strike them when they are unprepared but also take them down before they manage get a full grip on the ever surprising trickster.
Req: Deft hands, Perception, Projectile, Sword, Acrobatics, Corded Weapons.[/table]
[hr][center]D-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=slategray]Ghost Draw[/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Sword.
The user has mastered the ways of drawing their hidden sword slowly to reduce sound, though at this level the user can only unsheathe the blade without drawing attention.
[color=slategray]Knife Proficiency[/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Hidden-blade, knife.
The user has mastered the ways of wielding a knife on either grip side and is able to switch in between then with ease.
[color=slategray]Bleeding Feet[/color]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu.
A simple move where the user kicks the targets shin with an angle to cause their legs to bleed, this is used to track targets if they try to escape.
[color=slategray]Paper Cut[/color]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Bladed weapon.
The user aims to slash their targets arms in order to weaken then and leave the target open for followup attacks. These minor annoyances are overcome by either regeneration or minor wound treatments. If left untreated they will draw -1 strength from the target.
[color=slategray]Switch it Up[/color]
D-Rank Stance Taijutsu
The user has mastered the ways of switching between her unarmed style to her armed variant and vice versa on the fly. By sheathing her weapons and using the blade as fist grip, allows her to stay one step ahead.
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[center]C-Rank[/center]
[hr][color=Slategray]No signs[/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Trained through the art of stealth, the user is aware of of any visible tracks that they have left behind and covers their trace. This is technique is the first of a long chain of Black Ops techniques created to make the user appear as a ghost and vanish without a trace.
[color=slategray]Paper Slash[/color]
C-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=slategray]Paper Cut[/color], Bladed weapon.
The user aims to slash their targets upper body in order to weaken then and leave the target open for followup attacks. These annoyances are overcome by either regeneration or wound treatments. If left untreated they will draw -3 strength from the target.
[color=slategray]Shank[/color]
C-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=slategray]Knife Proficiency[/color], Knife, Hidden-blade
The user precision stabs the target with their hidden-blade or knife, aiming to stab them by the guts in order to maximize the damage and cause internal bleeding. (-3 Stamina) The wound will go on bleeding until treated.
[color=slategray]Dual Wielder[/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Sword and Knife.
The user has mastered the way of wielding two separate weapons and work a way to use both at their advantage for both offensive and defensive purposes.
[color=slategray]Blade Deflector[/color]
C-Rank Manouver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Knife, Hidden-blade.
The user has mastered the way of deflecting bladed weapons with their knife, using the small size to throw their target off balance. This only works if her [Taijutsu+Instinct]/2 is higher or equal to/than the targets [Taijutsu+speed]/2.
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[center]B-Rank[/center]
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[color=slategray]Rebellious Execution[/color]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu.
Prerequisite: Hidden-Blade, 10 [color=Yellow]Wushu[/color].
The user begins by moving within the targets guard before delivering a standing round house kick to their head, the user locks the opponents head instead of striking it by placing their head between their thigh and calf. Once their leg closes in on their target, they pull their body down to crash their head first to the ground, followed by a well placed dagger between the ribs. This devastating combo can be quiet lethal, especially if the wound is left untreated.
[color=slategray]Ghost Strike[/color]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=slategray]Ghost Draw[/color], [color=slategray]Black Wolf[/color], Sword, 25 Speed.
The user crouches down to a three point stand as they lock in on their target, once their mind is set, they will rush the next [Strength=meters] at top speed and lose the ability to change direction until their strike has either landed or been blocked. This grants the user the ability to vanish as a shadow if the targets (speed+Instinct/2) is lower than the users speed.
[color=slategray]Nun-Chucks Mastery[/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Nun-Chucks, 25 Instinct, 25 Taijutsu.
This is a simple Nun-Chucks discipline that allows the user to utilize the weapon without second thought, the user has become one with the weapon and since it moves at great speed the target has to have higher/equal instinct to/than the users (Taijutsu+Speed)/2 in order to keep up with the weapons dance/strikes.
[color=slategray]Bruce Force[/color]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Nun-Chucks, 25 Instinct, 25 Taijutsu.
A simple Nun-Chucks combo that starts with a strike to the stomach (-2 Stamina), knee (-2 Speed) then a swift move to strike the targets head, this is used to not only daze the target (-2 Instinct) but also weaken their bodies. This pummeling combination can be switched up in different orders to achieve the same effect. This effect lasts for 4 posts or until the target has regenerated from the damage received.
[color=slategray]Reckless Abandon[/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=slategray]Switch it Up[/color], 25 Instinct, 25 Taijutsu.
This is an upgraded version of [color=slategray]Switch it Up[/color], which allows the user to switch between all of her weapons mid combo and change some of her styles without stopping to suit the needed tactic, such as starting a fight with Wushu, then tossing senbons at close range to finish up with a knife strike or nun-chuck combo.
[color=slategray]Ghost Wolf[/color]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=dimgray]Black Wolf.[/color], Blade.
The user must first find themselves either above or below an unsuspecting target, once they are in place and have them on lock on, they will pounce the opponent and strike them with their weapon/s between their ribs. If the wound is left untreated then it can lead to certain death.
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[center]A-Rank[/center]
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[color=slategray]Step it Up[/color]
A-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=Yellow]The Step Up[/color], Sword.
The user reverses The Step Up move set and begins the technique with a kick to the back of the targets knee, followed by using the same foot to kick the targets hip. The user follows with their target before surprising with a falling sword. The user aims at the targets solar plexus, using both their momentum and the targets powerless pose to their advantage.
[color=slategray]Predator[/color]
A-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=slategray]Ghost Wolf[/color], [color=slategray]Ghost Draw[/color]
The user sits at their vantage point and takes key notice of their targets whereabouts, they plan out their form of attack before picking out four targets that are within 20 meters range. Using their speed, wits and weaponry the target is able to keep up with four unsuspecting foes and use the surprise attack to her advantage. If the users (Taijutsu+Speed+Instinct/3) is higher/equal to/than the targets (Taijutsu+Instinct/2) the users movements will be hard to perceive due to unpreparedness for 3 posts.
[hr][center]S-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=Slategray]Rise of the Dragon[/color]
S-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Pre-Requirements: [color=yellow]Dragon Rush[/color], Sword, Nun-chucks, Grappling hook.
An upgraded version of [color=yellow]Dragon Rush[/color] is a special combo attack utilizing a flurry of attacks and weaponry to fatally wound the target(s) (Up to Tai stat/10 (max 5)] if users [Tai+Speed]/2 is higher than targets [Tai+Speed+Instinct]/3 though the outcome is that the user has to split the ten strike combo between the targets. The user throws a grappling hook to connect themselves with the first target, yanks them in to delivers 3 punches, a knife stab to the knee, then uses the sword to cut their stomach, followed by a 3 kick combo to their uninjured leg before using the nun-chuck to hit them across the chest and head before ending the combo with a thrust kick to send the target flying back. This technique is used with Know How series to create maximum damage with minimum exertion
[/spoiler][hr][spoiler=Black Ops][Spoiler=Game of Spies][table][center][color=Dimgrey][big][b]I Spy a Little Lie[/center][/color][/big][/b][hr] A spy style Hotaru created to help her infiltrate, collect information, impersonate, hide and escape style. Having spent years studying people the spy has learned how to imitate and fortify information, switch personalities on the fly and vanish within seconds. The perfect style for a spy on the move.
Req: Stealth, Perception.[/table][hr][center]D-Rank[/center]
[hr][color=dimgrey]Lock Pick[/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Instinct, 10 Taijutsu.
Mastering the art of using a lock pick, opening various locks, ranging from doors to cuffs.
[color=dimgrey]Innocent[/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=dimgrey]Act like it[/color]
If the user has chosen to act like a cute character then Innocent can be used to attempt to trick the target into believing that they are innocent. Her Tai vs their inst to see through her lies.
[color=dimgrey]Spies Intuition; [sub]Presence[/sub][/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Instinct.
The user performs a quick check in her surroundings every once awhile, this allows her to pick up if anyone is stalking her by recognizing faces/clothing.
[color=dimgrey]Spy Make up[/color]
D-Rank Manouver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: Realistic Make-Up Kit
This is a basic spy technique that lets Hotaru perform minor changes in her appearance, she simply applies the make up which ends up pretty realistic. At this level Hotaru is able to make herself appear 2 years younger and up to 5 years older. More feminine or masculine.
[color=dimgrey]Born To Find A Weapon[/color]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Instinct.
Using her preying eyes to find the nearest weapon, whether it be a scroll, to a lethal weapon. The spy always has her eyes open for any potential weapon within her surroundings.
[color=dimgrey]Pick Pocket; [sub]Minor Object[/sub][/color]
D-Rank Manouver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Taijutsu, 10 Instinct, Location of the item.
This is one of the most basic techniques the spy has in her archive, first it requires that the user knows where the item (1 post) is located on the person, then bumps into them and attempt to pick the targets pocket, if the target has lower taijutsu than Hotaru then they won't notice. If the target has a Instinct equal to or greater than Hotaru's Instinct and Taijutsu average, this technique is ineffective. This only works on object smaller than a kunai and she can't plant items on the target at this level.
[hr][center]C-Rank[/center]
[hr][color=dimgrey]Stealth; [sub]Black Wolf[/sub][/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Hotaru has learned what she can step on, and how much noise it would make, using this to her advantage the spy can nearly sprint without making noise at (-6 Speed).
[color=dimgrey]Act Like it; [sub]Theater Actor[/sub][/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 15 Instinct, 15 taijutsu
This is a basic spy technique that lets Hotaru control her body to the point where she can act as a totally different person, using her Instinct to come up with a different personality. The user seems very convincing, to perform this the user requires some extended information about the area and needs to write down some simple mental notes. At this level she can't impersonate. Instinct vs Instinct to see through her lies.
[color=dimgrey]Pick Pocket; [sub]Intermediate Object[/sub][/color]
C-Rank Manouver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 15 Taijutsu, 15 Instinct, Location of the item.
This is one of the most basic techniques the spy has in her archive, first it requires that the user knows where the item (1 post) is located on the person, then bumps into them and attempt to pick the targets pocket, if the target has lower [instinct+tai]/2 than the users taijutsu then they won't notice. This works on object smaller than a pouch and she cant plant items on the target at this level as well.
[color=dimgrey]Speak Like it; [sub]Voice Acting[/sub][/color]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 15 Instinct.
A basic spy technique that lets Hotaru alter her voice, whether she adds a different accent or changes the pitch of her tone. She can pull of male and female voices, although male voices will leave her throat soar. At this level she can't impersonate. Instinct vs Instinct to hear through her lies.
[color=dimgrey]Spies Intuition; [sub]The Hawk[/sub][/color]
C-Rank Stance Taijutsu
The user starts focusing their mind at the price (+6 Instinct) trying to obtain as much information as possible. This information process makes it harder for the user to move at full speed (-6 Speed) although the user still minds her surroundings.
[hr][center]B-Rank[/center]
[hr][color=dimgrey]Subtle Movements[/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
The user is able to pick up subtle body language, this allows the user to tell if someone is lying, or hiding something. This only works if Hotaru has higher/equal Instinct to/than the target.
[color=dimgrey]Stealth; Silent Wolf[/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=dimgrey]Black Wolf[/color]
Hotaru has upgraded her previous jutsu and has now learned how to sprint at full speed without making noises.
[color=dimgrey]Method Acting[/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite:[color=dimgrey]Theater Actor[/color], 25 Tai, 25 Instinct.
To perform this taijutsu the user must spend at least half a post preparing for the role of her life and as long as she continues to play the role the more convinced she becomes that she is that character. With enough practice the woman could act like anyone she has gathered enough information of. Although at this level it leaves little room for improvisation. Instinct vs Instinct to see through her lies.
[color=dimgrey]Master Voice Actor[/color]
B-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=dimgrey]Voice Acting[/color] 25 Tai, 25 Instinct.
To perform this taijutsu the user must spend at least half a post preparing, at this level there's no accent, tone of voice the spy can't hit, and no matter how high/low pitch her voice doesn't sore. This ranges from young boy/girl to old man/woman. Instinct vs Instinct to hear through her lies.
[hr][center]A-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=dimgray]I Am Not[/color]
A-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=dimgrey]Method Acting[/color], [color=dimgrey]Master Voice Actor[/color].
To perform this taijutsu the user must spend at least half a post preparing for the role of her life and as long as she continues to play the role the more convinced she becomes that she is that character. With enough practice the woman could copy anyone's mannerism, characteristics, tone of voice and style of which she has gathered enough information of. At this level she is able perform great improvisations. [Taijutsu+Instinct]/2 vs their [Instinct] and they need equal or above to see through her lies.
[color=dimgrey]Mind Reader[/color]
A-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=dimgrey]Subtle Movements[/color], 30 Taijutsu
Through the art of being able to read their subtle movements, readings of emotions and appear to "manipulate" the outcome of the situation making it appear as if they are reading their minds. In order for this connection to be linked, the user must study the target for 4 posts, gather enough information about the targets behavioral patterns, speech and it will only works if Hotaru has higher/equal Instinct to/than the target.
[hr][center]S-Rank[/center][hr]
[color=dimgrey]Born To Find A Way[/color]
S-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 40 Instinct.
By studying the target/area for more than 5 posts, the user gets a hub of possibilities that can be created, within this zone it almost appears as a playground for the user as they can chose to set up traps, find various ways to enter in through fortress, lead enemies into danger, etc. The user keeps a strong grip of the information flow, giving them data on almost anything within a max 1 mile, meaning any broken branches, new footsteps will be noticeable once she returns to that specific area and allow Hotaru to notice those small changes, though it can change to smaller sizes.
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[table=Black Swan][center][color=Black][big][b]Black Swan[/center][/color][/big][/b][hr] A Black ops projectile Style created by Hotaru, heavily support fire and meant to pin down multiple targets in order to lure them into traps and or defend from incoming attacks. Using high taijutsu and high Instinct this style aims to be the best out there. One worthy of a true Black Ops member.
Req: Upper body, Deft hands, Projectile weapons.[/table][hr][center]D-Rank[/center][hr]
[b][color=black]Clash[/color][/b]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prereq: 10 Taijutsu.
After training for hours on end the user has mastered the technique be able to toss a kunai/shuriken/senbon at an incoming projectile and change it's trajectory (If the users Taijutsu is high enough and strength is within 3 limit).
[b][color=black]Short Range Toss[/color][/b]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
This technique allows the user to toss kunai/shuriken/senbon at short ranges, these tosses usually are ineffective once they reach 10 meters away. Although within this short range they are far more accurate (+3 Taijutsu, -3 Strength).
[b][color=black]Eagle[/color][/b]
D-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Instinct.
After hours of training the user has trained to track targets, training to estimate distance and speed. This technique helps the user keep task on other targets at the same time.
[color=black][b]Dangerous[/b][/color]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Taijutsu.
The difference between combat and training is danger and unpredictability. The user of this technique is experienced at loosing weapons from positions other than a set stance, maintaining offense even while acting on the defense or recovering from a fall. Such attacks are made at full Strength and accuracy.
[b][color=black]3[/color][/b]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 10 Taijutsu
After training for hours on end the user has mastered the technique to hand and throw three Kunai/Shuriken/Senbon with one arm at ease. They wont effect the speed/strength or aim.
[b][color=black]6[/color][/b]
D-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]3[/color], 15 Taijutsu
Upgraded version of [color=black]3[/color], where the user can carry twice as many Kunai/Shuriken/Senbon with one hand and be able to toss them at ease. They wont effect the speed/strength or aim.
[hr][center]C-Rank[/center][hr]
[b][color=black]Droplets[/color][/b]
C-Rank Stance Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]3[/color], 20 Taijutsu, 20 speed.
This is where the Black Swan style starts to show it's true colors. The user first fills both/one hand/s with either Kunai/Shuriken/Senbon, then proceeds to toss them at the target at great speed. During the toss the user is able to quickly reload without having to interrupt if they chose to place the weapon next to them or items from one pouch.
[b][color=black]Bursting the seems[/color][/b]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]Short Range Toss[/color], 20 Taijutsu.
This technique allows the user to toss kunai/shuriken/senbon at short ranges, these tosses usually are ineffective once they reach 15 meters away. Although within this short range they are far more accurate (+6 Taijutsu, -6 Strength).
[b][color=black]Weapon on Weapon action[/color][/b]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: 20 Taijutsu.
This technique allows the user to toss kunai/shuriken/senbon another kunai/shuriken/senbon to arc it's trajectory, the user begins by throwing a set of projectiles before tossing another one that changes the first's directions up to 90 degrees.
[b][color=black]Hand-Eye-Coordination[/color][/b]
C-Rank Discipline Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]Eagle[/color].
Relying on the ability to discern distance and track targets, the user makes a ranged attack on a moving target. Assuming that the target's speed and direction remain the same, shots made with this technique "lead" the correct amount to almost certainly strike true.
[hr][center]B-Rank[/center][hr]
[b][color=black]Rain[/color][/b]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]3[/color], [color=black]Droplets[/color], 25 Taijutsu, 25 speed.
This is the upgraded version of [color=black]Droplets[/color]. The user first fills both hands with either Kunai/Shuriken/Senbon, then proceeds to toss them at the target at great speed. During the toss the user is able to quickly reload without having to interrupt if they chose to place the weapons next to them or chose from multiple pouches and can continue until they run out of projectiles.
[b][color=black]When it Rains[/color][/b]
B-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]Rain[/color], 25 Taijutsu.
The upgraded version of [color=black]Rain[/color], this is where the style really starts to shine. If the users [Taijutsu+Instinct+Speed]/3 is higher/equal to/than the targets Instinct they will be able to chose to use any jutsu rank lower than C-Rank to combine into their never ending onslaught of projectiles, allowing them to attack from various positions and angles. It takes a full post before the jutsu will fire off and the user must maintain the toss during the entire projectile rain.
[b][color=black]Turret[/color][/b]
B-Rank Stance Taijutsu
[b]Prerequisite:[/b] 25 Speed.
This technique relies on speed to unleash a rapid series of ranged attacks against one or more targets. The user draws and launches in one fluid motion, falling into a rhythm and maintaining it. Doing so can provide effective suppression fire, urging a quarry into a trap or setting up for a future technique. The user can also attempt to pin down a number of targets equal to the user's Taijutsu Stat (Max being 25) for the duration, which lasts for as long as the user has ammunition and maintains the attack. The user's legs must remain stationary save to pivot.
[hr][center]A-Rank[/center][hr]
[b][color=black]It pours[/color][/b]
A-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]When it Rains[/color], 35 Taijutsu.
The upgraded version of [color=black]When it Rains[/color], this is where the style really starts to shine. If the users [Taijutsu+Instinct+Speed]/3 is higher/equal to/than the targets Instinct they will be able to chose to use any jutsu rank lower than B-Rank to combine into their never ending onslaught of projectiles, allowing them to attack from various positions and angles. It takes a full post before the jutsu will fire off and the user must maintain the toss during the entire projectile rain.
[hr][center]S-Rank[/center][hr]
[b][color=black]Monsun[/color][/b]
S-Rank Maneuver Taijutsu
Prerequisite: [color=black]Weapon on Weapon action[/color], [color=black]Hand-Eye-Coordination[/color], 40 Taijutsu, 40 Instinct.
The user plants their feet and begins to empty their weapon stash, they will keep their eye on a target and begin to swarm them with senbons/kunai/shuriken in order to weaken the foe. The overwhelming projectile weapons twists and turns as they bounce off walls and each other and the longer the target stays pinned within the area and get targeted then they lose 8 stats (-2 Tai, Stam, Str, Spe) per post up till 5, the wounds lasts until they recover from the damage. This technique can only be used once per thread as it empties the users weapon stash, leaving them with only a handfull left.[/spoiler][/spoiler][/spoiler][spoiler=Genjutsu][table=5]D-Rank[c]C-Rank[c]B-Rank[c]A-Rank[c]S-Rank[c]3[c]2[c]1[c]-[c]-[/table]
[hr][center]D-Rank[/center]
[hr][color=dimgrey]Expand[/color]
D-Rank Illusion Genjutsu
Prereq: Sight Init.
After forming a set of hand seals, Hotaru will grab a smoke bomb and toss it on the ground. If the target sees this then the smoke will expanding double its original size, for an easier escape. Last 3 post.
[color=dimgrey]Minor tweaks[/color]
D-Rank Illusion Genjutsu
Prereq: Sight Init.
After forming a set of hand seals, Hotaru will swipe her hand over her face, if the target sees this, then they will be trapped within the genjutsu. Within the genjutsu, they will see that Hotaru has gone through a minor alter (change eye color, remove piercing, changing age, growing beard) Although this only works for the face. Last for 3 post.
[color=Dimgray]Doppelganger[/color]
D-Rank Illusion Genjutsu
Prereq: Sight Init.
After forming a set of hand seals, Hotaru attempt to block an incoming attack, if the target sees her attempt to block the incoming attack then a clone created by a swarm of Fireflies will appear in her place,. This clone functions as a simple clone, created to take in the damage. The clone only completes the defense transaction and once the clone has been struck it will immediately puff into scattering fireflies, this genjutsu is merely used to distract the target while the real body attempts to evade the incoming attack. Last 1 post.
[hr][center]C-Rank[/center]
[hr][color=Dimgray]Wait What?[/color]
C-Rank Status Genjutsu
Prereq: Sight Init.
After forming a set of hand seals, Hotaru attempt to move in for an attack, if the target sees the user take a step towards them the genjutsu will initiate. Once triggered the target will forget what form of attack s/he planned for a brief second. Last 1 post.
[color=dimgrey]Forgettable[/color]
C-Rank Status Genjutsu
Prereq: Sound Init.
Hotaru preforms the handseals needed and focuses chakra to her tongue for one post. She then whistles triggering the genjutsu. This is used to make quick escapes and evade others to hide the physical features such as body proportions, hair color, and facial structure proportions. Once the genjutsu ends after 2 posts the afflicted will remember the physical features and continue their pursuit.
[hr][center]B-Rank[/center]
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[color=Dimgray]Doppelganger II[/color]
B-Rank Warp Genjutsu
Prereq: Sight Init, [color=Dimgray]Doppelganger[/color].
After forming a set of hand seals, Hotaru attempt to block an incoming attack, if the target sees her attempt to block the incoming attack then four clones are created by a swarm of Fireflies, the first one will appear in her place. This clone functions as a simple clone, created to take in the damage. The clone only completes the defense transaction and once the clone has been struck it will immediately puff into scattering fireflies, the other three will roll out of the puff and initiate an attack that has the possibility of causing distress on the target. This genjutsu is merely used to distract the target while the real body attempts to evade or counter attack. Lasts for 1 post.
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