Thousand Strikes Art

The Thousand Strikes Art is Hanako Uchiha's own style of Kenjutsu, which focuses on extreme speed and power to overload an opponent with a flurry of strikes. Being a kenjutsu specialist, Hanako has trained extensively in Iaidō, and therefore derived this style on her own; being its creator and sole user.

Usage
The fighting style is very effective against individuals who use hand signs frequently in battle as like Iaidō, it disrupts and even takes advantage of the delays posed by hand signs. This style is best utilised by a user who possesses extreme raw strength and speed, making a deadly combination designed to overload the opponent quickly. Hanako's extreme speed, dexterity and strength make it look like a thousand blades are being launched simultaneously despite her using only one, a testament to her extreme blinding speeds.

Despite the heavy focus on aggression and dominating the opponent, Hanako's application and mastery over the form of combat enables her to switch between offence and defence very quickly, providing space for subtle reversals and counterattacks. The power which she places in her attacks also proves to be very sufficient in battering the defences of others, with strong but swift strikes designed to batter an opponent into submission. Hanako's usage of the form led to her becoming among the most skilled sword fighters in her village despite her tender age of 13.

Trivia

 * This technique is loosely based on the form of Lightsaber combat in Star Wars, Form VII:Vaapad.