Vibration Release

The Yokuzu Clan are known for their aptitude in Genjutsu and their advanced growth rate. They have an innate capability for Sound Release (音遁, Ototon). Yokuzu frequently use Bukijutsu in combat and are best known for their use of Senbon.

However, the Yokuzu are mostly recognized for their Bloodline Limit, Vibration Release (振動, Shindō). They can use their Kekkei Genkai to produce sound waves from their body and control their pitch and decibel. This amount of versatility, coupled with Genjutsu, Taijutsu, or Ninjutsu, make the Yokuzu formidable opponents to the unprepared.

-Kekkei Genkai Information- Vibration Release (振動, Shindō) is a combined nature transformation Kekkei Genkai made up of techniques that mix wind and sound-based chakra to create dynamic bursts of sound of varying decibel and strength. This Kekkei Genkai is exclusive to the Yokuzu Clan of Otogakure no Sato. For simplicity, it has been separated into three steps of mastery by the former head of the Yokuzu Clan, Kinji. The Gate of Awakening [目ざめ, Mezame] The “Mezame” or “The Gate of Awakening” is the first of the three stages of Vibration Release. This stage is normally achieved around the age of six or seven and it requires little training or experience. Children with this Kekkei Genkai often cannot cease their production of sound and are typically put under a sound-restricting Fūinjutsu by an experienced Yokuzu. Once the child has a basic understanding of their newfound talent, they are taught simple Ototon Ninjutsu. In simple terms, the “Mezame” is Ototon with minor control. It gives the child the capability to produce sound from any location on their body and modify their frequencies to a minimal extent. Drawbacks: If a Yokuzu is inexperienced with their Kekkei Genkei, the amount of chakra needed to perform otherwise simple techniques is increased. Decibel Range: 0 - 100 dB Range of Vibration Jutsu: E-Rank to C-Rank The Gate of Existence [存在, Sonzai] The “Sonzai” or “The Gate of Existence” is the second of the three stages of Vibration Release. This stage is unlocked when a Yokuzu is proficient at Ototon Ninjutsu and has sufficient knowledge regarding their Kekkei Genkai. In this stage, a Yokuzu has more control over the sound emitted from their body and their frequencies. Unlike the first stage, however, the sound produced has the potential to harbor strength of varying degree. A technique that has an outward force has a limited range when compared to other Ototon and Vibration Ninjutsu*. Drawbacks: The techniques associated with the “Sonzai” require a considerable amount of chakra to preform. With the limited range of the physical impact of some techniques, Yokuzu are incredibly inferior at long-ranged combat with their Kekkei Genkai. Decibel Range: 0 - 150 dB Range of Vibration Jutsu: C-Rank to B-Rank
 * Techniques that involved sound, but have a physical force similar to Wind Ninjutsu have limited range, but can still be heard depending on the amount of chakra used to perform them.

The Gate of Endurance [耐久性, Taikyū-Sei] The “Taikyū-Sei” or “The Gate of Endurance” is the last of the three stages of Vibration Release. This stage is unlocked when a Yokuzu is adept in Ototon Ninjutsu and has extensively studied all of the information regarding their Kekkei Genkai. Those that progress to the last step of the Kekkei Genkai are high ranking members in the Yokuzu Clan. The “Taikyū-Sei” has a created a clear hierarchy within the Yokuzu Clan that is obeyed without question. Akin to the “Sonzai”, this stage of Vibration Release allows a Yokuzu to have complete mastery over the sound emitted from their body in all aspects. Now, a technique that has an outward force has an increased range and travel distance that varies from member to member. In addition to this, a Yokuzu that progresses to the “Taikyū-Sei” has the potential to create and control vibrations. This new talent led to the creation of the Taijutsu Style, Saundo-Ken. Drawbacks: At this level, the techniques associated with this Kekkei Genkai require a substantial amount of chakra to preform. Although the range and physical influence of some techniques has increased, long-ranged combat is still ill-advised. If there is a sizeable amount of chakra exiting the body repeatedly, it is not uncommon for the person to suffer from significant lacerations from the pressure. In addition to this, if a Yokuzu produces vibrations for an extended period of time, their body will become increasingly numb and unable to move. Decibel Range: 0 - 180 dB Range of Vibration Jutsu: B-Rank to S-Rank