Earthly Combining

A technique developed amongst the Chikyū clan, this Hiden allows the user to turn their body into stone. It is similar in effect to the Assimilate All Creation technique, with a few differences. The user cannot create or freely manipulate the stone, but neither do they need to be in contact with it to make the change. Additionally, this technique covers all range of Earth, from stone to sand to mud, etc, and allows the user to switch freely between them. While in this form, the user can also merge their body with nearby minerals, provided they are of the same composition. In this merged state, the users chakra signature is completely erased, and they can travel freely within the joined mineral. However, use of this technique puts a strain on the body, and while not in use, the user must move as little as possible.