Katai

 "Welcome to the Black Lotus Inn! Please drink until your hearts content and spend as much as you'd like. All that I ask is that you respect my waitresses and tip modestly. All problems can be solved peacefully through diplomacy. If not, well...I'm sure I can retrieve enough valuables from your corpse to pay for any damage."

- Katai welcoming his guest.

Katai (硬い,Katai) is a shinobi from of Kumogakure and the right-hand-man of the X Raikage. He is also the official guardian of the Eight Tailed Beast, Gyūki and the husband of its host, Nukumi. Born in the Land of Lightning, Katai lived as a child whose abilities were achieved through hard work and perseverance. His childhood, tainted with unpleasant memories of indifference and loneliness, was no different from the average shinobi. He excelled through the Ninja Academy and practiced his own principle of perfecting simplicity. Achieving greatness with minimal stress. Eventually Katai achieved his dreams, even catching the attention of the Raikage who recommended his service to the Anbu. He could not obtain captaincy through youthful vigor, and his stubbornness often lead to various failures. However, his combat ability and skillful perception propelled his name throughout the Five Shinobi Lands. He garnered the title Indomitable Fortress (不抜砦,Fubatsu Toride). Whispers of his arrival on the battlefield or during a mission often meant to retreat immediately. His destructive style of battle often left his enemies scattered and destroyed. During a retrieval mission, he single-handedly obliterated an entire mercenary group in a silent night.

The retrieval mission involved rescuing the Jinchūriki of Gyūki, Nukumi. Although powerful in her own right, she had been deceived, captured and held for ransom. Prior, the two had developed a secretive relationship which played a part in her entrapment. His guilt manifested in a primal rage where he stormed their headquarters and retrieved both Kumogakure’s greatest weapon and his greatest weakness. Rather than reprimand the two for such dangerous behavior and selfish intentions, the X Raikage allowed both Nukumi and Katai to continue their relationship. Even hosting their wedding beneath the Raikage building. But rather than continue his career as an official Anbu, Katai accepted a secretive mission to protect Matatabi and gather information when foreign groups interfere with matters pertaining to Tailed Beast. His missions involve Tailed Beast, their history and the diplomatic relationships between their host. Among assuring that the Eight Tailed Beast is safe; as Katai would never allow Nukumi in harm’s way.

From the beginning of his academic career, well into his tenure as one of Kumogakure’s top shinobi, Katai held a fascination with Octopi. So much so, he managed to raise an entire reef of Octopus and utilize their advanced intelligence to create his own personal squad. He took on an Octopus-like theme and even tamed a natural being whose might had been passed down throughout Kumogakure legend. Soon, the perverted shinobi became known as Katai of the Octopus (硬いの蛸, Katai no Tako) or Eight Handed Perverted Shinobi of the Octopus (''八手エロ忍の蛸, Hachite Ero-nin no Tako’’)

Personality
Katai is extremely stubborn and hardheaded when it comes to his views and perception. He often walks with an air of not caring and a “Fuck It” attitude when it comes to things that aren’t his concern. At times it comes off as an aura of overconfidence while others perceive it as a great sense of self. He believes he can accomplish anything and everything he puts his mind to. However, getting Katai to place his unshakable resolve into something he considers extremely strenuous without an equal reward is almost impossible. Some call Katai’s love of overwhelming the enemy with extreme force a physical representation of his personality. He often jokes that he does nothing for free and desires payment, later admitting that his form of payment is simply food. Katai hides his insecurities and worries underneath layers of self confidence and optimism. Nothing is impossible. Katai will simply respond that things will get better or the rainstorms always ends when faced with a challenge or a worsening condition. However, he has shown that his extreme mental fortitude and stubbornness has limitations when it comes to trivial matters. He has accepted death from a common cold, cried when he stubbed his toe and even ran from a centipede. Katai states that not everyone can be the foundation required to hold up a mountain. And such he will carry it and leave the little boulders and rocks to his allies and loved ones.

Katai is a man who will hold a grudge. But unlike those who chase vengeance and power, Katai believes heavily in the power of oneself. Should someone prove unreliable, he knows that he himself wields the power to bring change. And such, will accomplish any task before asking for assistance. Katai asking for help is considered a rare occurrence, one that is taken as seriously as an invasion. He sprouts the ideology that all creatures have the power and ability to choose their own destiny and build their own power. Even had he not been born with Magnet Release, Katai states that he would still possess the same renown and infamy. He even demonstrates it by exhibited a powerful command over Earth Release, a nature anyone and everyone can utilize. His stubbornness has been proven to be the result of hard work and perseverance. Undergoing countless mental and emotional abuse as a child and teenager has made it so Katai relies on himself more than others. Even though his wife despises his hardheaded nature, she has stated that he is the sturdiest pillar to rely on. The Raikage has noted that he has shown the spirit of a leader since childhood but lacks the ability to compromise. The Raikage also believes that Nukumi is the only person Katai will willingly ask for help or listen to. However, Katai can admit when he is wrong or defeated. As much as he hates to be wrong, he uses defeat as a fuel to become stronger or better. When someone appears with considerable power, he will willingly acknowledge them and use them as a mountain to overcome.

Katai is extremely protective. Not only has he willingly threw his life on the line to protect Kumogakure, but has gone on rampages when Nukumi is threatened. Even though his loyalty lies with Kumogakure, the Raikage has told other aides that should the village wrong Nukumi, they would have to deal with Katai before all else. He is a man who follows his own personal principles and beliefs. He frequently disobeys the Raikage’s orders should he view them unfair or cruel. It is for this reason that the task of protecting Gyūki falls beneath himself. For should something happen to the village leader, the Raikage knows that Katai will continue his duty. Having a stubborn heart beneath him lets the Raikage know that the village will always follow their Ninja Way, even should an accident occur. Still his stubbornness is not above letting others assist him. Katai is extremely friendly, befitting his front as the simple Innkeeper of the Black Lotus Inn; the most popular inn within the Land of Lightning. During missions, Katai welcomes helping hands and will work alongside his team to solve a problem. Others have noted that Katai is socially awkward, as he misses social cues and likes to make an awkward situation even more awkward by pointing out specific feelings and elephants in the room.

Katai prefers diplomacy. Although has a battle loving persona and enjoys combat, the usage of his techniques often leave his surroundings destroyed. So rather than unleash his constraints, Katai will attempt to talk his way out of a situation. He is often referred to as ‘’’Silver-Tongued Katai’’’ (‘’’’) for his numerous attempts at deceit and trickery. He will argue semantics and attempt to bring peace to a situation. However once he is involved in combat, there are few who can stop him. He has drawn out battle for the sake of enjoyment, even healing his opponents so that they could have a second round. Diplomatic approaches are ignored when someone he cares for is in danger. He will sacrifice himself and kill whoever is necessary to assure that his loved one’s, which are few and far between, are safe. This has caused the Raikage to trust Katai with important task. Katai’s selfish love assures that there are none who can manipulate him through politics or monetary gain. He is one of few who can love a Jinchuuriki. He views the tailed beast as living creatures capable of human understanding and often enjoys conversations with Gyūki. So much so it is habit for Gyūki to take over her body as she sleep and the two to discuss trivial matters. They even have a special plan in case something occurs. His loyalty to Nukumi is so strong that he will reprimand those who use lust and sexual desire as weaponry. Although he will look and compliment an enchanting figure, it is impossible to break Katai’s resolve.

Katai despises responsibility. So much so that he told the Raikage, during a casual meeting about emergency planning, that someone else would be better suited to be Raikage should something occur. Even in regards to temporarily taking reigns, Katai only agreed with helping the other candidate. He desires to become a powerful shinobi who lives a peaceful life as a wholesome innkeeper with a loving family. The responsibility of being an Innkeeper would disrupt that dream. However he desires the power to protect himself and his loved ones as well as to enjoy occasional battle. The innkeeper is known for stating that should the world go to hell, he wishes to have the only garden. His power is so that even in times of war, he and his family and friends can live in peace and tranquility.

Much to Nukumi’s annoyance, Katai is extremely perverted with weird tendencies towards women. Although faithful and devoted, he is one who enjoys the beauty of the female body. He has an incredibly large collection of Ukiyo-e eratica. Not only do they decorate his inn from the bottom floor to the master bedrooms, he even has a secret hideout in the mountains where he stores his most treasured pieces. Nukumi noted that should he sell his hidden treasure, they would have enough money to buy several plots of land. He enjoys erotica from various countries and lands, stating that love is the truest emotion of all. That it is responsible for the creation of mankind and the continuing of society. However, Katai will never overstep his boundaries and risk the happiness of Nukumi, stating that his Ukiyo-e prints are contracts that keep him a hundred percent faithful. The truth is he finds humans and other connections subpar to the bond created between himself and Nukumi. His enjoyment and erotica is the equivalent to a child who reads fictional books for excitement. He is happy with his current situation and desires nothing more and nothing less.

A further testament of their connective personality, both Katai and Nukumi are confrontational people whose stubbornness are unmatched. A product of Katai’s stubbornness is his signature catchphrase of “Really Though?” (‘’ “). A phrase which is attached to his sentence whenever he is aggravated, happy, frustrated or flustered.

Abilities
Katai is an exceptional shinobi. Even without his inherited gift, his mentors and wife have stated that he would have found another method of achieving his own success and greatness. This determination allowed Katai to take his bloodline and evolve its usage into levels previously unthought. Overall, he is a shinobi who earned his reputation and power through innovation and hard work. The current Raikage stated that should something occur, he trust Katai with protecting the village alongside (coming soon); the two acting as a perfect combination for a leader. Katai is also the only person capable of withstanding the rage of Nukumi. And the only shinobi who she trust to keep Gyūki under control should something occur. Although he has garnered quite the reputation as a hardworking shinobi, Katai has practiced diplomacy since his childhood and accomplished a career using words as peace methods. He believes that violence will only lead to further destruction. Additionally, his method of combat resembles a Tailed Beast rampaging through the village, making it rather difficult for him to fight without restraint. However, his gentle approach to situations hides an even greater desire to protect that which he loves while achieving a level of power that surpasses all else. And so Katai would unleash his constraints and bombard his enemies with constant firepower.

When compared to his brother, (Coming Soon), he is easily to overlook. Katai is not a shinobi of talent or gifts, but one of perseverance and hard work. Although he enjoys combat and values power, Katai believes that one’s strength should come from within and that accepting external gifts without earning it is a waste of time and effort. He is a shinobi who is important in the protection of the Eight Tailed Beast. Should something occur, he has displayed the potential to help subdue and reseal the rampaging beast. However it is his peaceful nature and kind heart that has earned him the trust of Gyūki overall. Katai’s belief that all living creatures deserve freedom has made him one who Kumogakure’s Raikage trust the most when dealing with situations that Tailed Beast. He is a shinobi of innovation and imagination. He approaches every problem with both experience and an open mind; Katai expresses an intricate belief that the greatest weapon is the most flexible.

Chakra and Physical Prowess
Katai’s chakra reserves and usage is a special case among the shinobi world. Kage, Jounin, and other high ranking individuals prefer and desire a large chakra reserve. They envy the host of Tailed Beast and chase infinite energy in order to enhance their mediocre techniques. Contrarily, Katai’s chakra reserves are considered slightly above average among his peers with a difference that is easily overlooked. Opponents who are capable of analyzing his chakra often overlook the Kumogakure shinobi due to this obvious fact, something Katai considers an advantage he weaponizes. While his chakra is average, he has mastered it to levels that far surpass his peers and a wide variety of his enemies. With lesser energy, Katai is able to better manipulate it through efficient allocation and responsible consumption. Every technique has a specific amount of chakra it requires to work without failure. The average Shinobi overloads their jutsu in order to increase its destructive power. Squandering their energy at an accelerated pace causes sloppy execution and lessens the time available for actual combat. Providing the perfect amount required for efficient utilization allows Katai to fight for prolong periods while using his technique at a productive rate.

He achieves deadly technique employment by exhibiting an even greater focus on chakra control. Katai teaches his subordinates that he has achieved such monstrous control over his energy by applying the importance of breathing to his body. Breathing and the circulation of blood are intimately tied together. Treating chakra in the same manner as breathing allows him to delicately manipulate his energy without wasting an ounce. Normal techniques are cast with half the average seals without losing power. The naturalness of one’s bloodline trait amplifies its usage while deducing the time required to activate techniques. Katai has garnered infamy for his ability to use signature techniques without hand seals, relying on hand motions or conscious command. Stronger techniques are activated by a seal formed on a single hand as opposed to two. Eliminating preparation time required by most shinobi is an extremely useful advantage. So far, only the Raikage’s lightning enhanced form has matched his speed in techniques.

Despite his stationary form of combat, Katai is very skilled with taijutsu; something forced upon him by his mentor the X Raikage. He focuses on the aspects of speed, agility and dexterity in order to maneuver around his opponents. Avoiding attacks in order to create openings while refraining from physically resisting his enemy energy. His speed allows him to achieve the advantage granted by proper location manipulation. He can avoid attacks while deducing the areas where his enemies are at a disadvantage. Katai’s agility and dexterity allows him to control his body so much so that he is capable of altering his movements mid maneuver and without a wasted step. While he rarely displays his acrobatic prowess against opponents, Katai regularly practices specific routines and refers to them as his primary style of physical combat. Katai hides his hand seals and bukijutsu through the usage of his speed and diversionary tactics, tricking skilled eyes into overlooking the technique and wondering when it had been cast. He can set up a deathly trap by skillfully and speedily jumping between locations before leading his target to the designated center. Before they are able to deduce his intentions, they are defeated with a snap of his finger. Katai’s focus on speed and his weapon based combat style has caused him to focus less on physical power. However he is still strong enough to break through walls and resist large weapons. Unfortunately, his illness diminishes his physical energy at an accelerated rate.

Ninjutsu
The lack of offensive taijutsu is due to Katai possessing an extreme focus of Ninjutsu, a trait he has utilized since his days in the Academy. He prefers simplicity and repitiong as opposed to overwhelming power and massive arsenals. Those who practice a thousand different kicks will lose to the shinobi who mastered one. He is the Master of One in a world of Jack of All Trades. And such, his usage of his techniques are considered unsurpassed by those who wield them with a variety of other abilities. While he lacks the variety to combat any situation, he is able to combine innovation with his Ninjutsu to overcome obstacles. He refers to his NInjutsu as a tree which he will eventually branch out into a forest through the creation of various uses. This includes creating fatal offensive techniques, unbreakable defensive jutsu, or extremely useful supportive abilities.

Katai displays an extensive knowledge of Fuinjutsu which he utilizes to create his infamous Juuchi Yosamu (十千夜寒, "10,000 Cold Nights"). He inscribes numerous summoning contracts upon his body, clothing and weapons in order to achieve a form of conjuration that is often considered instantaneous. Enemies have often stated that it appears as if he seemingly brings The formula are written such that they are achieved without proper hand seals and can achieve activation by simple chakra flow. Beyond using seals to command mastery over space-time, Katai is also familiar with implementing his techniques and chakra into various seals for delayed activation. Sealing his magnetic energy into a specific location allows him to create intricate traps, amplify techniques or even grasp a greater control of the battlefield. His usage of magnetic fuinjutsu has drawn comparisons to that of the Shukaku, where he is able to create continuous fields or enhance sealing techniques by adding a magnetic force to it. Through simple chakra flow, he can turn a series of blank sealing papers into a noticeably powerful sealing formation.

He created several traps and contingencies in order to further protect Nukumi from threats. First and foremost, a small series of summoning contracts are threaded across her body and hidden. These contracts are used in order to summon Katai should a situation arise. In case of her being knocked unconscious, Katai is able to send his personal summons to activate the seal. Throughout his inn and beneath the tunnels are seals which summons large amounts of water which serves as help in case of an invasion.

Bukijutsu
It was revealed during his childhood that Katai’s skill in physical combat lacked due to his unique illness. And such he refrained from physically resisting his opponent’s for extended periods of time. Born from Kumogakure, a village renown for their taijutsu, Katai was often ostracized by his fellow students. But his stubbornness meant that he would eventually overcome the obstacles. Which occurred when he discovered his affinity for weaponry. He studied the history of Kumogakure’s legendary arsenal and weapons of warfare religiously. Eventually he began to build his own armoury. Katai practices various forms shurikenjutsu and other forms of projectile-based combat. The usage of shuriken and kunai allows him to skillfully eliminate his opponents without the threat of defeat. He skillfully manipulates their trajectory with the use of wire strings in a manner similar to the method used by. After encountering a shinobi from Sunagakure, Katai applied his masterful chakra control to create threads of chakra which he used to further control his weaponry. Even without blessed eyes, Katai practiced the usage of deflection in order to alter trajectory mid-flight. Training in speed and agility has made it so Katai is able to throw his weaponry at exceptional speeds. So much so that he has caught sharingan users off guard through diversionary tactics. This is enhanced exponentially with the usage of Lightning Flash Blade Creation. A technique that transforms a simple throw into a deadly projectile.

A powerful user of his bloodline trait, Magnet Release allows Katai to manipulate both weapons and objects in unprecedented ways. With metallurgy being man’s greatest invention, there are few weapons that are unable to fall victim to Katai’s command. And such, Katai displays an innate advantage against shinobi who rely on bukijutsu. Perhaps the basic skill he exhibits is the power to subconsciously sense metal and other magnetic objects in a manner akin to a sixth sense. He can follow his projectiles and ‘’feel’’ their trajectory. His signature extrasensory technique gives him continuous feedback in regards to metallic weaponry and any form of resistance; removing any element of surprise his opponent desires to obtain. After exhibiting exceptional control over his kekkei genkai, Katai managed to discover a special metal that only occurs in the Land of Lightning, Hihīrokane (日色金, HIhiirogane “Lit meaning: Sun-colored Metal”) A metal which is lighter than gold, harder than diamond and does not rust. It possesses a unique property which allows for an easier circulation of chakra, amplifying his usage of techniques that revolve primarily around chakra control. The light resistance makes it extremely resectable and reactive to his magnetic chakra. Katai has created over hundreds of objects with this material and applied a special band around objects of different composition in order to gain an easier control.

Regardless of the composition, Katai’s magnet release grants him an unimaginable control over various forms of weaponry. Silent Murder turns bukijutsu into a form of projectile launching which can completely demolish the strongest defenses at an impeccable distance. In naval battle, his bukijutsu has allowed him to stand against the forces of an entire country. So much so his epithet as the Indomitable Fortress was earned after he sunk a bandit fleet in a single night. The Raikage has noted that Katai is the perfect form of defense when Kumogakure’s coast is threatened. His projectiles are of varying sizes and densities in order to overcome thousands of situations. A popular form of combat involves using Shadow Clone Jutsu and Multi-Shadow Clone Jutsu to overcome the worry of ammunition; Katai can easily create an endless bombardment of attacks to rain upon his enemies.

Nature Transformation
Katai is only able to use Earth Release, Wind Release and Lightning Release. He has a natural affinity for Earth Release, mastering the battlefield and manipulating the earth itself to gain an additional advantage. In the rocky terrain of Kumogakure, the ability to manipulate earth became a power that his peers grew to envy. While they could take command over lightning, Katai would easily remove their footing, set intricate traps and launch powerful attacks that caused devastating damage. Even though Lightning Release is strong against Earth Release, Katai approaches nature transformation in the same vein as his physical combat. He avoids clashing directly with lightning release natured techniques and instead focuses on causing secondary damage or interfering with his enemy’s ability to use their jutsu. Doing so has allowed him to defeat scores of Kumogakure shinobi during his days as a Genin and Chuunin. His proficiency in Earth Release has earned him appraisal from Iwagakure fear against Kirigakure; as his Earth Release is strong enough to nullify some of their strongest attacks.

Katai’s earth release involves the creation and manipulation of both natural and unnatural earth. Infusing his energy into surrounding earth subjugates it to his will, where he will then manipulate its properties to his liking. It is equal to continuously altering his surrounding to his liking, constantly shifting the advantage of terrain. There are few who are able to take away such an advantage from Katai, and lesser who overcome it during battle. The external world becomes an extension of his imagination, a constant changing philosophy. Shinobi who are unable to alter their own approach are buried beneath entire mountains. He has created an entire network of tunnels that lead beneath his small Inn and into various parts of the Land of Lightning in case of emergencies. On a smaller scale, Katai manipulates earth in order to enhance his maneuverability underground. He can sense underground movements and other alterations that are neither natural nor his own. Adding a seventh sense to the Kumogakure shinobi. Beyond manipulating the earth to create formations, he uses it to alter its properties to enhance or weaken it. Earth Release chakra is an element of strength, stubbornness and power. It is the representation of the trait upon which he is named after. His power involves increasing the foundation of an object so that it shall never fall against an adversary. Flowing Earth Release chakra through both people and objects allows him to perform an exponential reinforcement. Its most basic usage is during combat where his physical output is amplified exponentially. Each strike can cut through defenses with minimal resistance. Perhaps the greatest usage is flowing earthen energy within his metallic weaponry. Each object becomes harder than diamond and heavier than a boulder, which he circumvents with his magnetic chakra.

Katai rarely displays usage of Wind Release beyond his Kekkei Genkai due to its free-flowing nature. His stubborn mentality conflicts with the concept of wind as a nature and a philosophy. Instead, he focuses on amplifying his combat prowess through a better understanding of lightning release. He hopes that mastering Lightning release would not only increase his powers but also give him a greater connection to Kumogakure. While he has yet to truly master a lightning release technique, Katai chooses simplicity over complexity. Instead, he focuses on chakra flow and infusion to increase the cutting power of his weapons. Katai has also shown the capacity of increasing the length of their reach by masterfully controlling the flowing lightning’s form. Although he is nowhere near the level of the average Lightning Release master, his application of simplicity has allowed him to withstand attacks by the Raikage himself. He refrains from combining earth and lightning natured techniques, choosing to focus on either an indomitable defense or overwhelming offense. Only the Raikage himself can hold the strongest shield and sharpest spear at once.

Katai’s innovation was revealed when he achieved a form of enhanced Magnet Release which deals with electromagnetism. Beyond simply manipulating the magnetic force, applying the natural lightning release nature in Kumogakure nin grants him the ability to magnetize both objects and people. All atoms are magnetic. And such, he can actively manipulate the magnetic push or pull of objects to manipulate them without restraint. In its simplest form, adding lightning release to Magnet Release created a new, unnamed nature in itself. One which allows him to magnetize objects and weapons in order to increase his power and control.

Magnet Release
The greatest application of simplicity is within his usage of Magnet Release, a power so natural to his being that it has become a sixth sense. A subconscious ability as easy to use as his arms. Magnet Release is a bloodline that originally lacked both rarity and variety. The majority of those born with the unique mutation utilized it in predictable methods which are often easily overcome. From manipulating sand to commanding metallic dust, magnet release had become a power overlooked. However, Katai believed that innovation would become his greatest weapon in the world of mediocrity. He would wield his bloodline trait in a way that surpassed all other copies. Katai gloated that he if one could not be the first, then he should shoot to be the best. Katai awakened Magnet Release as a toddler. His parents often said that it came as easy as a child learning to walk and drove him to crawl towards metallic objects. It manifested as a sense, an ability to feel the metallic properties and pieces in both natural earth and refined structures.

His Magnet Release appeared as an extrasensory sensation in the form of a constant pulse. It is an amplified version of the extrasensory organ within various birds, turtles and even bacteria, which is used to grant enhanced navigational abilities. Although it appears as a rudimentary technique, its usefulness has shown itself over a decade of missions. Firstly it allows Katai to sense approaching shinobi and forces even should they attempt to mask their presence. He is able to discern weapons and other metallic objects and even items of a smaller metal composure from a considerable distance. Those who disrupt his magnetic field are immediately exposed. And after traversing a certain distance, it alerts the Kumogakure shinobi if he is actually being followed or tracked. It gives Katai the ability to sense metals that are naturally occurring. Doing so, he can harvest ores or other minerals for a wide variety of purposes. He shows the ability to discern which metal is which by their magnetic charge, using this delicate sense to find his Sun-colored Metal deep within the valley’s of Kumogakure. It is a sense unable to be replicated by simple chakra manipulation. He has achieved a form of magnetoreception, the ability to perceive the earth’s magnetic field and maneuver as such. Hence his high success rates during missions where sunlight and artificial light are unusable. He can align himself with the magnetic field of the earth to form a naturally occurring compass or an intricate regional map. He is a shinobi who is impossible to lose.

All organic and inorganic materials possess a magnetic charge. Regardless of the Surprisingly, users of Magnet Release have shown a focus on the manipulation of earthen dust and metallic particles. While Katai is known to follow this principle on rare occasions, he concentrates on the absolute control of his weaponry as a whole. He will command his swords, spears, shuriken, kunai and other magnetic objects with mental commands or physical gestures. He believes that while sand and iron dust have potential, the ability to launch a barrage of giant swords or throw shuriken at speeds that rival sound is far more dangerous. To manipulate his surroundings and give them formation or a purpose allows him to take further control of the battlefield. He can take control of surrounding objects and control them with ease. Also, continuously altering their trajectory enhances both kenjutsu and bukijutsu. He transforms all objects into projectiles meant to be launched from a cannon. The stronger the natural charge, the easier it is to manipulate. Metallic walls, doors, objects, anything within his vicinity is capable of succumbing to his control. It is an unnamed technique achieved through poor chakra control. However, the lightning release element present in Kumogakure shinobi enhances the overall might of Magnet Release. By combining Magnet Release with Lightning Release, Katai is able to achieve an evolution that follows the principle of electromagnetism. He is able to magnetise anything his energy comes into contact with. Simply, it serves as a powerful tracking method that is often nearly impossible to avoid. He is able to feel his target maneuver or even manipulate their movement through the alteration of his opposing energy. Whether he is performing simple actions or binding his target to a specific location, he is able to gain control of their actions and even prepare for a devastating attack. Once an object is magnetized, he can control them as if they were of the highest metallic composition. Since magnetization requires physical contact or contact through a medium, Katai focuses on the manipulation of his own weaponry. It is such that he is able to control his weapons in a way that is reminiscent to the sand of the and  Kazekage. He can turn them into rapid fire projectiles or manipulate them similar to how a master would control their movements with a mental command. Achieved through chakra control, Katai alters their trajectory and actions with fluidity.

Katai developed Silent Murder shortly before entering the Chuunin exam and used its prerequisite to claim victory over hundreds of other participants. It is the source of his title as an Indomitable Fortress and a technique that could allow him to completely overwhelm an opposing army. The current Raikage noted that it had the power to stop Gyūki from rampaging if used properly. Alone, it gives Katai a powerful reach for the title of Raikage should the current die. It is his signature technique feared throughout the five shinobi villages and perhaps the only offensive technique at his disposal. All of his previous techniques are weaker variants which have served as steps to completion. Although thought to have a limitation for magnetic objects, it is just as effective on objects with weak magnetic charges; which is enhanced with the introduction of lightning release chakra. When combined with his armoury of endless swords, shurikens, kunais, spears and other bladed weaponry, Katai is able to launch ammunition with enough power to tear through impregnable defenses. His projectiles are able to reach speeds that are well beyond Mach 6, breaking the sound barrier in its weakest form. It is this technique which makes Katai a destructive fighter who despises releasing his constraints in his own Inn. He utterly destroys a battlefield as he literally rains overwhelming power at his enemy. He is the equivalent to hundreds of cannons launching their ammunition at once. The force that they exhibit is so strong that he is unable to manipulate their trajectory or halt their flight once released. Smaller objects are able to shred several trees while larger projectiles can devastate an entire forest in under a second. The usage of chakra flow combined with lightning quick summoning severely reduces the time between loading and firing, creating an instantaneous bombardment.

The combination of the two aspects of Katai’s Magnet Release results in an undeniable offense and an impressive defense. Rather than focus on physical combat which he lacks in, Katai will either remain stationary and bombard his opponent or maneuver around the battlefield to create an opening. He launches his weapons at exceptional speeds in hopes of tearing them to shreds or crushing them completely. His concussive weapons are used as cannonballs while his bladed projectiles are reminiscent to bullets tearing away at his enemies. He can even use his weapons to transfer his magnetic chakra in order to trap or seal away his targets. Defensively, Katai is able to summon, pull or maneuver shields or other weaponry to create a defensive formation. Converting his chakra into magnetic forces also gives him immunity to all metallic weapons and objects. The natural magnetic force present in metal allows him to repel them with a subconscious thought. Meanwhile, other objects and items require touch or some form of medium for his chakra to contact. Afterwards he is able to apply the same principles as metallic weaponry.

Summoning
Katai is often referred to as Katai of the Octopus (硬いの蛸, Katai no Tako) or the 8 Handed Perverted Shinobi of the Octopus (八手エロ忍の蛸, Hachite Ero-nin no Tako). He has his own family of Nintako as well as access to several reefs he discovered during his years as a shinobi. He even has connection to the octopus family adopted by the Gyūki itself. Katai continues to add to his Nintako family. His famous Nintako are exceptional summons who have accomplished thousands of task individually. Octopus are naturally considered one the most intelligent creatures of the animal kingdom, so much that they are currently forbidden to use for experimentation in the Land of Lightning. Their human-like thought pattern has allowed them to perform task with such efficiency they will often perform without commands or orders. They are capable of continuously deducing situations and creating impressive counters. Katai often considers them his own personal shinobi squad and will have several around during periods of leisure. Another impressive feat is their ability to work perfectly in tandem with one another. Summoning a small group of octopi to perform a separate order allows Katai to focus on a particular goal. He uses Octopuses to retrieve objects, restrain targets or deliver messages. More inline with his status as a former ANBU captain, his Nintako are excellent for spying and gathering covert information. Their innate water nature allows them to approach land and survive several hours without requiring a larger water source. They can crawl across various surfaces and reach difficult angles rather easily. His Octopi are also capable of using camouflage for assisted inconspicuousness.

Katai has access to several hundred Octopus, all of which he remembers their name and location. He considers them family members and will often cry when one fails to return - even risking mission success to retrieve his summonings. This has caused his octopus to travel to other reefs and parts of the ocean to obtain help from other cephalopods. He has access to octopi smaller than his fingers to octopuses the size of houses. His largest summon is Akkorokamui, a large octopus whose tentacles can ensnare a tailed beast. Katai calls Akkorokamui a troublesome contract that has annoyed the Kumogakure shinobi for several years. He is a personal friend of Gyūki with intelligence which surpasses humans. Although, Akkorokamui hates land and will often reject helping Katai in disadvantageous situations, he has overlooked several annoying conditions in order to protect Katai. Some can call their relationship that of an annoying child and a stubborn caretaker who actually values him, with Akkorokamui actually reprimanding Katai for not summoning him earlier during a deadly battle. His connection with Octopi has spawned several techniques which are quite similar to his wife’s usage of the Eight Tailed Beast. These techniques include summoning several tentacles from surrounding areas or even his own body to accomplish several task. He is quite skilled in the innovativeness of his technique usage, combining his octopi based abilities and summonings with his magnet release. He utilizes magnet release to mimic their numerous appendages, going as far as creating various forms that symbolizes simultaneously utilizing offensive and defensive approaches.

Kenjutsu
Kumogakure is famous for producing shinobi whose swordsmanship are on par with those of the Land of Iron and Kirigakure. Unfortunately, Katai’s humble origins made it impossible for him to actually inherit a particular style. Surrounded by shinobi and samurai of thousand year lineages, Katai was considered a lost cause among war veterans. But Katai’s greatest attribute, his tenacity, managed to eventually overcome this overbearing obstacle. It occurred after several pieces of weaponry from his growing armoury fell into the hands of one of his earliest summons during an miniature invasion. While defending the borders of the Land of Lightning, Katai had been surrounded by several samurai from the Land of Lightning. He noticed that XXX, who he summoned for a different purpose, had returned to protect his master. The particularly large octopus picked up eight swords and began to defend and actually defeat several samurai. The style of swordplay it demonstrated focused on becoming an Indomitable Force, an overwhelming offense impossible to overcome. Four arms dedicated to defense and four for offense, sacrificing the requirement of alternating between different forms.

After a victorious battle, Katai could not forget the amazing style of swordsmanship his own summonings had created. And such he dedicated several years into mimicking it. During an evening conversation with Gyūki who resided in his then girlfriend, he stumbled upon stories of the famed Killer Bi, whose manipulation of eight swords in his prime managed to easily overpower an Uchiha of exceptional quality. But Katai knew he lacked the physical prowess to actually mimic such skill. Katai eventually realized that he could surpass this hurdle through a better understanding of his own natural talent. Until then, the Kumogakure shinobi used his Magnet Release in a barbaric approach. He simply hurled weapons at his opponent until they were eventually defeated. Perhaps he could use his magnetic control in a more delicate nature.

Katai developed that theory into his own personal form named, ‘’’Octopus Style’’’. He summons his signature eight swords and surrounds each in individual magnetic fields. He can alter the blade’s movements and trajectory with simple chakra control, mentally maneuvering his weapons against his opponents. In its stationary form, Octopus Style focuses on applying a heavy offense on his target while sustaining an equally powerful defense. With Katai remaining in a singular position during his onslaught, it appears as if an invisible octopus is actually fighting as opposed to a regular human. However there are swordsmen who possess the ocular prowess, sensory perception and reactionary skills to avoid his attacks. It also leaves Katai open to other enemies should others attempt to overpower him through sheer numbers. In such a situation, Katai can control his magnetic chakra through physical movements and gestures. Following his chakra network, specific patterns causes his swords to ‘’dance’’ in a specific way. His movements are a fluid dance with a heavy influence of Ba Gua Zhang martial arts.

Physically controlling his swords allows him to add an acrobatic mixture into his kenjutsu. Rather than physically resist his opponent or attempt to overpower them, he approaches an opening and forces his opponent to create a weakness. Dancing around the battlefield and dispatching his enemies from a mid-ranged distance also creates a sort of protective barrier around Katai. A field where he is able to keep approaching threats away from his being. He has shown such an intricate control over his swords that he can place them around his allies, protecting them from opponents as well. It is similar in principle to the multiple magnet release users who manipulate metallic dust. However, the ability to switch from randomness and spontaneous action to a style of form and discipline is quite advantageous against those of a strict discipline. He is able to add and detract certain philosophies and methods from his combat and actively adjust to his target. In short it is a continuously growing style.

Intelligence
Katai is extremely intelligence despite his relaxed nature. He is well versed in history and battle tactics, reading of previous wars in his free time.

Trivia

 * The name Katai follows the naming scheme of Kumogakure shinobi. His name means “Stubborn”, referring to his stubborn personality and hardheadedness. It can also mean strong, safe, and honest; three personality traits which he is famous for. Nukumi states that she feels safest by his side and that he is someone who is a horrible liar. He is also bookish.


 * Katai claims that he is a erotica conissuer. His connection with Octopi is a symbol of his perverted nature, often making vague references to the infamous portrait, The Fisherman’s Wife. He is also a huge fan of Kabuki and will often strike Kabuki poses when making a grand entrance.
 * According to the databook(s):
 * Katai's hobby is eating and reading.
 * Katai wishes to fight.
 * Katai's favourite foods are steak, chicken and sushi, while his least favourite is Miso **Soup. Katai hates candy but loves cookies.
 * Katai has completed official missions in total:  D-rank,  C-rank,  B-rank, A-rank and  S-rank.
 * Katai’s favourite word is "".
 * Katai’s favourite word is "".