Flying Swallow


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 * Type: B-rank, Offensive, Short range (0-5m)
 * Users: Asuma Sarutobi, Naruto Uzumaki (Anime only), Sora, Kazuma
 * Debut (Anime): Episode 81
 * Debut (Manga): Chapter 141

This technique requires a bladed weapon. By feeding chakra into the weapon, the ninja will increase the length and density of his blade to strike an enemy from several feet out of the physical blade’s range. This is done by creating an invisible extension of chakra that shape into an edge that functions like the normal blade itself. Seeing the blade, the opponent may misjudge how far they need to move to avoid an incoming strike and thereby still be cut even if they manage to avoid the metal portion of the blade. The chakra-enhanced blades are strong and sharp enough to strike through solid rock or cut through iron. This technique works best with element chakra, especially with wind-type for offensive power.