Shadow Imitation Shuriken Technique


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 * Type: Ninjutsu, Hiden Jutsu, No rank, Supplementary, Short to mid-range (0-10m)
 * User: Shikamaru Nara
 * Debut (Anime): Shippūden Episode 83
 * Debut (Manga): Chapter 332

While teaching himself to use Asuma's trench knives, Shikamaru invented this technique to use against Akatsuki's Hidan and Kakuzu. Using the trench knives ability to absorb the user's chakra, in his case his chakra. With this, Shikamaru can target his opponent's shadow and remotely trap them in the Shadow Imitation Technique. This is extremely advantageous as Shikamaru is no longer restricted to a stationary position while holding down his opponent. This charge is apparently independent of physical contact as he was able to restore it with the Shadow Sewing Technique.