Talk:Explosive Tag

FINALLY someone made this article. I wonder why I didn't do that myself. Oh well, thanks, Shounen~ I've seen the translation "paper bomb" here and there in the wiki. I don't know whether this translation is official, or in case it is which media that used it, which is why I don't add it myself. But if it is, maybe it should be? Hakinu talk 15:11, 3 June 2009 (UTC)
 * You're welcome ^^ It was long overdue. About the "paper bomb" thing... for consistency's sake, I replaced all instances of "paper bomb" and "explosion tag" to "exploding tag". I don't know where the term "paper bomb" comes from, but I've added a note to the article about it. If anyone knows more, they can add the specific source ^^ --ShounenSuki (talk 16:55, 3 June 2009 (UTC)

well, whenever used in the English dub, they were referred to as paper bombs... idk which episodes use them though... --Fangzntalonz

How do they work?
Is it a Japanese thing where paper takes on certain properties based upon what is written on it? Thomas Finlayson (talk) 00:50, July 6, 2010 (UTC)
 * In a way. They are based on ofuda --ShounenSuki (talk 01:00, July 6, 2010 (UTC)
 * Scanned it, but I still do not really understand the connection with Naruto. Thomas Finlayson (talk) 02:06, July 6, 2010 (UTC)
 * I guess I should have been more clear.
 * Ofuda have been used in Japan as charms and talismans for centuries. They were used to ward off bad luck and evil spirits, leading to them being seen as a kind of weapon used by priests. This evolved further in fiction, where they gained a lot more different powers.
 * The original, real-life ofuda draw their power from the name of the kami or shrine that was written on it, which was fictionalised into them gaining the power of whatever was written on it. In the case of exploding tags, that would be the kanji for.
 * Ofuda have a very long history in fiction, dating back decades, if not centuries. --ShounenSuki (talk 12:28, July 6, 2010 (UTC)

During the 9 tailed attack.
Any idea what [this] is for? It cannot be like Barrier Encampment Method since that would nuke the kids inside, and Kishi went out of his way so show it, so what is it? And please do not say 'Wait for the Databook.' Thomas Finlayson (talk) 17:16, July 22, 2010 (UTC)
 * Wait for the databook.
 * Just kidding ^^ The tags say, which is short for . That tag and the shinobi above it (and likely several other tags and shinobi) probably form a barrier to protect the kids. --ShounenSuki (talk 17:21, July 22, 2010 (UTC)
 * Thanks. Thomas Finlayson (talk) 17:26, July 22, 2010 (UTC)
 * can an article on it be created? Cerez365 (talk) 12:36, July 23, 2010 (UTC)
 * I was wondering about that, Master Cerez365, but the exact purpose is unknown. A physical barrier (shield) would seem useless (sure they could scatter, but who would be left alive), but a concealement barrier would be more logical (if possible). If we had a better idea I would definetely support it though, especially given the attention Kishi gave it. Thomas Finlayson (talk) 00:21, July 24, 2010 (UTC)

Generic Sealing Technique
During that discussion about sealing ninjutsu in Generic Sealing Technique, one thing that came up was that exploding tags were jutsu sealed inside of the paper. Comments? Thomas Finlayson (talk) 18:23, September 10, 2010 (UTC)

Konan
Under the "listing only significant users" rules for basic stuff, should we list Konan in this page? I know we hardly ever saw her fighting, but her last fight showed heavy use of those. Plus, she did say she made countless simulations, implying further use of exploding tags to prepare for the actual battle. Omnibender - Talk - Contributions 00:24, January 6, 2011 (UTC)


 * The fact that she used that many in her last fight should have her listed in this page, unlike Shisui, who we never even saw use the Body Flicker Technique. - Fmakck - Talk - Contributions 02:36, January 6, 2011 (UTC)


 * Shisui had an epithet with that technique, making him a significant user. Omnibender - Talk - Contributions 02:47, January 6, 2011 (UTC)
 * I realize that.. I was trying to make a point (the thought sounded better in my head). What I'm trying to say is that I agree with you Omni. - Fmakck - Talk - Contributions 02:56, January 6, 2011 (UTC)

So... does anyone oppose? It's been about 3 weeks.. ~ Fmakck - Talk - Contributions 23:22, January 24, 2011 (UTC)

If no opposed in three weeks, they either don't oppose, or don't feel strongly enough to voice their opinion, and had plenty of time to do so. I'll add Konan. Omnibender - Talk - Contributions 23:26, January 24, 2011 (UTC)

Jinpachi
What about Jinpachi Munashi as significant user? He dominated the Shibuki, which mixes swordplay and exploding tags. Thunder God Cid (talk) 23:56, January 24, 2011 (UTC)


 * Seconded; from the logic used to define Konan as a significant users, Jinpachi should be considered even more so, due to the fact that he became infamous by integrating the exploding tags with his swordplay.Blackstar1 (talk) 00:14, January 25, 2011 (UTC)


 * I see no reason not to, just give it some time to let others voice their opinions. After that, there should be no problem listing him. ~ Fmakck - Talk - Contributions 00:22, January 25, 2011 (UTC)
 * Hmm i suppose he can be considered a significant user since it's a part of his whole kenjutsu style.--Cerez365 (talk) 00:35, January 25, 2011 (UTC)


 * Agreed. Is there any other character which also makes heavy use of exploding tags now that we're discussing this? Would Mangetsu count since he supposedly mastered all seven swords? Omnibender - Talk - Contributions 00:45, January 25, 2011 (UTC)
 * I don't think there's anyone else. With Mangetsu now I've always thought that being master of and actually wielding the sword is two different things. But in this case there's a method to it so i don't see why not. We could also possibly mention that it's with/through the sword.--Cerez365 (talk) 01:02, January 25, 2011 (UTC)


 * I agree with Mangetsu's addition (with/through the sword). Is that all one needs to do to be added to the list? Use the item heavily? Then maybe Shikamaru could be considered one (due to his use of them in the fight vs. Hidan). Or am I misinterpreting what you said, Omni? ~ Fmakck - Talk - Contributions 01:07, January 25, 2011 (UTC)


 * Shikamaru doesn't use exploding tags neither often nor heavily enough to be listed here. I mentioned Mangetsu because mastering Shibuki would most likely mean he used exploding tags through it quite a bit. Shikamaru did nothing like this. Omnibender - Talk - Contributions 01:13, January 25, 2011 (UTC)


 * Then I did misinterpret you, anyway, thanks for clearing that up. ~ Fmakck - Talk - Contributions 01:20, January 25, 2011 (UTC)


 * I think it'd be best to stick to only those users who have been shown to make heavy use of these tags. Even then, I personally don't think any user relies enough on them to be mentioned. Even Konan only used them once and her fighting style in no way relied on them. Jinpachi more so, though. Really, if we list Konan, why not Hanzō? —ShounenSuki (talk 07:33, January 25, 2011 (UTC)


 * Konan used them in her suicide attack, in the anime with a paper clone, and in Paper Person of God Technique she used literally *billions* of them. I think, if nothing else, using more explosive tags than every other usage of them combined and multiplied by a hundred million qualifies her as the queen of Exploding tags ^^ Jinpachi, in, because his fighting style is focused on it. Mangetsu, I'd say no because while he does know how to use the blast sword, for him it's just one of seven. Hanzo, I'd say no because his tag jutsu was just part of his arsenal and doesn't seem to be one of his biggest focuses. ZeroSD (talk) 13:08, January 25, 2011 (UTC)