Spinal Needles

Lightning Release: Spinal Needles
This jutsu can be used by others, however, their needles will not appear red as that is a trait specific to Shichi Shizuken.

Technique Description
An unorthodox lightning release jutsu that simultaneously shoots out several lightning needles from the users spinal cord. Each needle is approximately a foot in length and can be shot out of the users back in a similar fashion as lightning senbon.

It’s primary function is very defensive; the needles can penetrate an enemy who is behind the user, especially if they are holding onto the user from behind. The needles can also launch a surprise attack and help in defending the user’s blind spot, as well as discouraging an opponent from attacking from behind.

Spinal Needles is a technique invented by Shichi Shizuken and while the jutsu would usually appear white, blue, yellow, or even purple, Shizuken’s chakra produces crimson colored needles. The needles tend to rip holes in the clothing material it emerges from.