Sakanade

Sakanade (逆撫, Counter Stroke) refers to a specific Kenjutsu fighting style that is concerned with quick controlled movements in order to place restraints on targets.

Usage
The creator, Shenron Uzumaki, developed this technique based on the samurai's Iaidō fighting style. Understanding that the key to the technique are the smooth, slick movements, Shenron would expand on it in his own unique way. While most of his skills do not rely on swordplay, Shenron has been blessed with two separate blades that have proven to be quite deadly. Aware of this fact, he developed two fighting styles to support his two blades: Soul Slayer and Sakanade. Unlike Soul Slayer which focuses on killing target(s), Sakanade is more of a support, and set up style that compliments the latter. When these two are used in sync, the outcome usually lead to his target's death.

By focusing chakra into his blade(s), Shenron then swings his weapon of choice in a specific direction as it develops a symbol. The symbols do require more than one motion or swing, but they do not need to be consecutive. Upon developing these symbols through various attacks, the symbol takes shape affecting the target in some form or way. What effect takes place depends on the seal designed. But what makes Sakanade so unique is the fact that no damage or even contact for that matter is required. Once the target is "within his small radius", whether they dodge or take the blow, the attack will be successful in laying the desired mark. These markings have only been removed by Shenron himself, meaning conventional ways of releasing the seals are not possible. Using more than one weapon allows Shenron to place the marking more efficiently. This fighting style is unknown to most and Shenron effectively changes his attack pattern to make sure his opponents do not comprehend the true capabilities of the technique.

While the technique seem to be very lethal it does have its flaws. The seals implemented only last for five seconds, none of the seals are lethal on their own, and the technique does require the utmost chakra control and focus. Also if Shenron fails to complete the part of the kanji that he desired, it fades rather than him being allowed to finish the incomplete marking.

Trivia

 * This technique was based on Cloud's ability in Super Smash Bros 4.