Kuromatsu Clan[BlackPowder Manipulation]

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Clan Name: Kuromatsu Clan
Location: Nomadic/Travelers/Scattered
Signature Traits:

Hijutsu :: BlackPowder Manipulation/Advanced Katon

The Kuromatus Clan is known for their secret clan jutsu involving what they call "Blackpowder". This is in reality a variation of Fire release or Katon and thus are treated as Katon techinques. The Kuromatsu secret clan jutsu use chakra to turn fire into a passive, solid, dormant, yet flammable form; a black powder like substance. In essense, solidified fire. They can then control this Black Powder, and by exposing it to flame or a spark, re-ignite the black substance into flame. The Black Powder substance is very similar to that of modern gun powder, however different in scale and magnitude simply because of the nature of chakra.

The secret behing the Kuromatsu's ability is in the Yin chakra form. Yin chakra manipulation allows one to "create form out of nothingness". Thus, when creating fire, via Katon, they simultaneously give it form; where as fire doesn't originally have one static physical form (as fire itself is a spontaneous event), when it DOES take the form of Black Powder, it becomes none lethal, because it is technically not burning. Being flammable itself, it returns to it's burning state whenever it is exposed to something of high energy, such as a spark, or open flame. Yin manipulation forms are often complicated to accomplish (see genjutsu, shadowclone jutsu, Nara clan techniques, etc.,) and thus, the Kuromatsu's ability to give Fire physical form is exactly what makes it a hidden clan jutsu. Because of this Yin manipulation, those of the Kuromatsu who hope to use Blackpowder, only ever master Katon and their Blackpowder variations. Of course those who never learn to use blackpowder are free to choose among respective elements.

Black Powder has many advantages and disadvantages. At first, it can be manipulated very openly and versitile. It can be compressed into shapes and weapons projectiles and manipulated at close and medium ranges. Once an object is formed from Black Powder, it will remain compact, even when not in the users control. All uses of the Black powder, along with it's creation, must be via techniques and jutsu, and cannot be done automatically or telepathically (like Gaara's Sand for example) and can't be made to be manipulated as a mass, like sand. This more or less limits the user to a variety of bomb like projectiles and explosive powders and smoke screens (see: BlackPowder Cloud Technique). Thus one can't make a sea of BlackPowder and manipulate it freely; each technique has a specified effect. (To put it simply, you can't manipulate BlackPowder in the same way Sand is manipulate).

As noted, when lit by flame, extreme heat, spark or friction, these will burn. In contained enviornments, or when compacted, this will result in an explosion of fire, while being spread out or loose would result in a slower, simmering burn. It shares fire's weakeness to water, meaning that wet or damp black powder is completely useless, and can't be manipulated by the user's techniques. If fire was originally weak to water, Black Powder techniques are doubly so.

Lightning element chakra that creates sparks can also prematurely light/detinate the Black Powder, causing techinques to missfire and malfunction, or in general blow up before they reach their destination. While in control, the black powder is reletively light. While this makes it quick and easy to manipulate, it can easily be displaced and 'blown away' by the effects of wind techniques. This gives wind a way to counter Black Powder where as against normal fire techniques it is clearly at a disadvantage.

Black Powder's use is however particularly effective against earth; in a more classic Rock vs Dynamite formula, the concussive force from explosions can easily crumble rock. In general this is an offensive only sort of skill, as Black powder makes for more hazard in its use than it does dependability as a medium for defense. In larger quantities, however, the BlackPowder's use makes for a great offensive; especially when used intelligently and conservatively.

As a side note, when creating Black Powder, one can tweek the chemical offset of the flame ever so slightly, so when/if the Black Powder DOES burn, it burns a specific color. This normally doesn't have any effect beyond asthetic appeal, but looks pretty, and is the basis for their the Kuromatsu's world famous fire work displays.

Kekkei Genkai: N/A

History:
At first it was thought that only the ability to use fire element chakra in the the Kuromatsu was a clan curse. All those who were of the fire element could master no other abilities, and were wildly powerful with it, and always impulsive and reckless. It was thought to be a thing of misfortune to have a child baptized by the power of fire. And as study of generation increased it was discovered that those with fire element were much more likely to have offspring with the same element. It was feared by many elders that this would eventually be the doom of the clan, though one genius among the fire users, and noted to have been a disciple of the sage of six paths himself, discovered a method to tame fire, and return it to it's dormant form; a black, silt thin, soot like substance that was also slightly grainy, and from that point on it was known as BlackPowder.

From it's discovery is was openly taught to anyone and thought to be a reasonable solution to their fears... however the ambition of the clans youth would prove to make this more troublesome. this BlackPowder was very much still a weapon, it was just dormant, and they began using it to make bombs and traps. This was around a time of war, where the greater nations were all caught in a power struggle. Some of the Kuromatsu decided to capitalize on this, in spite of the Elders protest, and began selling weapons to en mass to different country for large profits. When it was discovered that a large number of clan members were taking part in this, they were rigorously rooted out, interrogated and then exile. Nearly 13% of the clan was excommunicated from the rest of the clan, and nearly 90% of them were BlackPowder, Katon users. Ironically, it was only two years later that the main clan was devastated by shinobi in the crossfire of war between two of the great nations. They would never recover from the battle.

As for the clan that was exiled they still took to the art of survival and settled into various cities on the outskirts of major nations. These cities were known for their commuter commodities and often featured a broad range of entertainment and hotel options. The foreigners thrived in places like these, establishing their own businesses. At first it was still selling weapons and traps, though they quickly grew outdated thanks to the invention of the explosive tag. They changed their operation, and started the Kuromatsu FireWorks Industry. This was a business oriented around entertainment, not war, though it was all an elaborate cover up... In reality they were taking root in the more adult side of entertainment (not prostitution, like gambling rings and shit). They had established their own mafia, using the FireWork business to expand unnoticed, and were known as the clan of Vice's, as they often profited on the selling and trading of illegal weapons and substances. Needless to say, the Kuromatus clan was one that grew strong in the darkness. Many generations of the family grew into this mafia life style, forming a strong foothold in many cities. This eventually caught the attention of surrounding shinobi states, and soon they found themselves dealing with even more shady individuals with themselves.

The Kuromatsu found themselves in the crossroads of interests. While they would be striking a deal with one nation or city, another would be attempting to hunt them down and prosecute them. The Kuromatsu were forced to sharpen up their operations and even began training and hiring their own militia as guards. It was only then that they recall the old abilities that lacked power. The third element that was considered a 'curse' had still been passed down, but now that science of chakra had been improved greatly. When inquiry into the ability began once again, it was discovered that the ability to 'do nothing' was in fact the strength of the third element. It had proven to be simply misunderstood when in reality it had the capability of incredible feats of destruction and mayhem. It was the perfect body guard element. The clan cultivated this power over years, though still being a modern and new ability by the standards of the world. The Kuromatsu, unable to completely train their own men in the shinobi arts, would begin sending individuals and families to different villages, striking up deal in order to have them trained at the various academy. The Kuromatsu was more or less a notorious clan and any village in which their members become affiliated with are often shady, witty and loyal to the Kuromatsu mafia, though managed to stay under the radar long enough to remain an un-priority among shinobi affairs. To this day they walk the grey line of morality as they continue to survive in the only way they know how.

Clan Jutsu:

Spoiler:

Age : 33 Posts : 308

Bumpu no jutsu!

Posts : 115

So they have the option to learn other elements if they forgo the black powder...but the clan was ostracized for only having Katon?

Quote :: Name: Shock Absorbing Aura
Rank: D/C*/B**/A***/S****
Type: Ninjutsu
Range: Supplementary
Element: N/A
Clan: Kuromatsu
Description: This is a technique developed to protect ones self from their otherwise potentially hazardous techniques. The user focuses their chakra to the surface of their skin to create a one-time barrier in order to absorb the impact from an explosion formed from a BlackPowder. This technique can only protect an individual from a single technique, of equal or lower rank, and only protects them from their own techniques explosions. Once the user has been protected, the defense is lost and they will need to re-use the technique in order to be protected. This is essentially insurance against ones self. This technique must be used preemptively, and cannot protect the user in the same post that it is activated.
Chakra Cost: 2//9*/15**/25***/39****

Why the asterisks?

Quote :: Name: BlackPowder ThunderShell
Rank: C
Type: Ninjutsu
Range: Mid/Long (5m - 15m)
Element: Fire [Katon]
Clan: Kuromatsu
Description: The user forms the tiger hand sign before generating a flame and then immediately turn it into blackpowder, and condense it into a canon like sphere with a hollow center (about the size of a baseball). The user then manipulate it forward, shooting it outward quickly as though shooting a literal canon ball. This lighter canon ball will travel forward, bashing into anything in it's path before eventually dropping to the ground. It can hit a person hard enough to bruise and fracture. If it is ignited, it will explode with force similar to an explosive tag, and release a thunderous sound that can cause anyone within a 5m radius of the explosion to go deaf for 2 posts (hear nothing on first post, ears ringing on second post).
Chakra Cost: 8

Name: BlackPowder FlashShell
Rank: C
Type: Ninjutsu
Range: Mid/Long (5m - 15m)
Element: Fire [Katon]
Clan: Kuromatsu
Description: The user forms the tiger hand sign before generating a flame and then immediately turn it into blackpowder, and condense it into a canon like sphere with a dense center and a less dense exterior (about the size of a baseball). The user then manipulate it forward, shooting it outward quickly as though shooting a literal canon ball. This lighter canon ball will travel forward, bashing into anything in it's path before eventually dropping to the ground. It can hit a person hard enough to bruise and fracture. If it is ignited, it will explode with force similar to an explosive tag, and release a blinding flash of light that can cause anyone within a 5m radius of the explosion to go blind for 2 posts (see nothing but white first post, blurry vision on second post).
Chakra Cost: 8

9 cp

Quote :: Name: BlackPowder Cloud Technique
Rank: C
Type: Ninjutsu
Range: Close (0m - 5m), Mid (5m - 10m)
Element: Fire [Katon]
Clan: Kuromatsu
Description: The user forms the single tiger hand sign then inhales deeply, exhaling a stream of flame that, as soon as it leaves the mouth, is converted into black powder, creating a black cloud that fills a 10meter radius, and lasts for 2 posts before clearing up and settling. Because the blackened air is filled with flammable soot, if ignited, the cloud of black powder will go up in flames. This is a relatively slow burn, roasting anything that stays within the burning cloud for more than a post time, and can causing 3rdd degree burns to exposed skin. (2nd degree if they dont flee the burning cloud within their post and remain inside of it).
Chakra Cost: 10

Typo on third degree burns. Also, I'm assuming logic applies here and as a gas, Fuuton can disperse this and the elemental wheel shenanigans don't apply, but I need to check.

Quote :: Name: BlackPowder BombShell
Rank: B
Type: Ninjutsu
Range: Mid/Long (5m - 15m)
Element: Fire [Katon]
Clan: Kuromatsu
Description: The user forms the tiger hand sign before generating a flame and then immediately turn it into blackpowder, and condense it into a canon like sphere with three layers of increasing density (about the size of a bowling ball). The user then manipulate it forward, shooting it outward quickly as though shooting a literal canon ball. The heavy ball will travel forward, bashing into anything in it's path before eventually dropping to the ground. It can hit a person hard enough to bruise and fractures. If it is ignited, it explodes with the force of similar to four explosive tags and moderate shockwave; enough to cause a concussion, internal damage (bruising), and possibly break bone if within 5meter diameter of the explosion.
Chakra Cost: 13

I didn't comment on this earlier but I will now, this doesn't move at the speed of an actual cannonball, right? "Literal" is only in reference to the manner in which it flies, yes?

Age : 33 Posts : 308

Quote :: So they have the option to learn other elements if they forgo the black powder...but the clan was ostracized for only having Katon?

Yes, basically there are people in the clan without Katon and thus without the blackpowder. You can be in the Kuromatsu clan and never learn to use blackpowder.

Quote :: Why the asterisks?

The astericks note the tie between rank and chakra cost.

Quote :: 9 cp

Done

Quote :: BlackPowder Cloud Technique

Yes, logic does apply, and while it's just BlackPowder It can be blown away (as noted in the description

Quote :: While this makes it quick and easy to manipulate, it can easily be displaced and 'blown away' by the effects of wind techniques. This gives wind a way to counter Black Powder where as against normal fire techniques it is clearly at a disadvantage.

). However when lit, and burning like a fire, it may not be wise to stir up a simmering fire with more oxygen to breathe. So yes, logic, but it works both way.

BlackPowder BombShell

Ha, yes, it is pushed forward LIKE a canonball, but not at the same speeds. Just an illustration.

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Quote :: Yes, basically there are people in the clan without Katon and thus without the blackpowder. You can be in the Kuromatsu clan and never learn to use blackpowder.

I'm noting the logical inconsistency with the history, why would a clan that was ostracized and belittled for having exclusive Katon...have members capable of not having Katon?

Age : 33 Posts : 308

Its just a genetic possibility. If anyone else makes a member of the clan that DOESN'T have Katon, it will be up to them to explain how they deal with the adversity of not being able to use Katon...

Kinda like being a redhead among blonds. It's possible, but not desirable.

Age : 29 Posts : 1797

There's one BIG issue with this clan, and I discussed it with another staff member. This clan gives you the abilities of the one-tailed Jinchuuriki, and then adds onto it by making the sand explosive and combustible. So basically, you have a stronger ability than that of a Jinchuuriki. You don't have an actual jutsu to do this either, which only leads me to assume you can control it at will, to any distance, without any chakra consumption. If you intend to use the black powder as shown in your jutsu (basically just projectiles) then sure; but then you must remove any mentions of it being manipulated like Gaara's Sand.

Age : 33 Posts : 308

Enzo, if you read the explanation of the Hijutsu, I explicitly state in the third paragraph:

Quote :: All uses of the Black powder, along with it's creation, must be via techniques and jutsu, and cannot be done automatically or telepathically (like Gaara's Sand for example).

Age : 29 Posts : 1797

Oh woops, I read that line as "can be done automatically." That still doesn't fix this issue:

Quote :: Black Powder has many advantages and disadvantages. At first, it can be manipulated very openly and versitile. It can be compressed into shapes and weapons and can be manipulated and moved like sand in close and medium ranges.

You can manipulate it like sand. Regardless of whether or not it's a Hijutsu, a member could decide to create a jutsu to control it later on in such a manner.

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I just thought it odd...and kinda pointless and detrimental the identity of the clan but whatever.

I'm giving it my 1/2

Age : 33 Posts : 308

So the problem is the word 'sand'? Alright, i'll remove it.

Age : 29 Posts : 4301

The problem isn't the fact that it includes the word 'sand', the problem is that you've made the Black Powder to act like Gaara's sand, which is a big no no. We're strict on Jinchuuriki and their abilities for a reason. We wouldn't allow someone to get away with Lava Release, nor would we allow someone to get away with having Blue Flames. Because the two are exclusive to their respected Bijuu and Jinchuuriki. What you have here is basically Gaara's Sand but with the added effect of it being Explosive. It needs changing so it doesn't mimic the One Tails abilities before it can receive a final approval.

Age : 33 Posts : 308

Quote :: All uses of the Black powder, along with it's creation, must be via techniques and jutsu, and cannot be done automatically or telepathically (like Gaara's Sand for example) and can't be made to be manipulated as a mass, like sand. This more or less limits the user to a variety of bomb like projectiles and explosive powders and smoke screens (see: BlackPowder Cloud Technique). Thus one can't make a sea of BlackPowder and manipulate it freely; each technique has a specified effect. (To put it simply, you can't manipulate BlackPowder in the same way Sand is manipulate)

Ooookay, the third paragraph was extended to include a very explicit statement excluding that possibility.

Age : 29 Posts : 1797

Quote :

Defuse

Um... how does one just make it a dud? The properties of gunpowder, and black powder for that matter, are explosive. To make it a dud, you would have to change the chemical formula of the substance itself so that it can no longer explode. That seems a bit out of your jurisdiction.. I don't mind the technique, but it would be nice if it was explained how/why you disable the explosive. The reason explosives don't work is because the fuse doesn't reach the source explosive; or the trigger (ie. a pressure plate) fails to trigger a fuse. If you lit gasoline on fire, 100/100 times it would catch on fire.
Quote :

BlackPowder Shuriken

Add a limit to how many shuriken can be created at once. 3 seems fair, since they are explosive.
Quote :

BlackPowder FlashShell

Reduce to 1 post of blindness. 2 posts (even though the second is blurry) is a bit too much for a C-rank technique. There's a Genjutsu that does the same thing for 3 posts and is A-rank; so it only seems reasonable to reduce it to a single post.
Quote :

BlackPowder LandMine

"capable of not concussing the oppnent and sending them off their feet." I'm a little confused. I assume you mean it would cause a concussion? If not, than why is it even mentioned in the jutsu..?
Quote :

BlackPowder Cloud Technique

A few things. One; reduce to 5m radius (The jutsu burning ash accumulation, which is very similar, is the same range; and also 20m diameter is incredibly large). Two; the whole cloud itself would not burn simultaneously. The outside would; but the inside of the cloud wouldn't. The simple reason is physics; in that there is no oxygen present in the cloud, which means it cannot actually burn. Cooking them like an oven works though; unless you intend to just have the cloud explode (In which case it would have to be B-rank since burning ash accumulation does exactly the same thing). Finally; reduce to 2nd degree burns with 1st degree if it grazes the target. The main reason for this is because 3rd degree burns are almost always fatal, if not incredibly life-threatening if not treated immediately. 3rd degree burns actually melt skin and muscle; where as second degree burns simply tear open skin.
Quote :

BlackPowder Barrage

How quickly do these fly? In relations to the speed of a thrown shuriken at least. Since you're summoning 30 projectiles (Which is quite a lot), I suggest keeping it realistic and somewhat avoidable (Thus, bullet speed is not appropriate).

That is all for now.

Age : 33 Posts : 308

Defuse-
Blackpowder, as an advanced use of Fire element chakra, while sharing many similarities with gun powder, has distinct differences. One can control the Blackpowder as if it were fire/katon. Having the fire element allows you to create and manipulate fire, thus extinguishing the fire you create is equally reasonable. It should then be similarly reasonable that you could neutralize Blackpowder into indiscriminate dust, in the same way fire can be reduced to smoke.

BlackPowder Shuriken
-Limit of three.

BlackPowder FlashShell
-One post instead of two.

BlackPowder LandMine
-Just a typo. It was suppose to say "not only".

BlackPowder Cloud Technique
-Edits done, range reduced, noted the roasting as opposed to going up in flames. Only 1st

BlackPowder Barrage
-noted to be the speed of senbon.

Age : 29 Posts : 1797

Fair enough on everything. Thanks for the edits Razz

[1/2]Approved!

You require a second approval since there were some major edits changed in the jutsu; and a second mod must verify if they were adequate or if my decisions were correct.

Subject: Re: Kuromatsu Clan[BlackPowder Manipulation] Mon 30 Apr 2012, 7:24 am

Approved 2/2

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Archived.