Storm Release: Plasma Saber

This technique enabled a user to create a blade of energy. The technique could be used with a focus, typically a sword, although skilled users could use their hand as a focus. The most advanced and skilled users didn't require a focus at all.

Like other Storm Release techniques, the blade usually manifested as a sword of blue-white energy. This technique possessed unparalleled cutting power, capable of cutting through most substances with relative ease. Like the Chidori Sharp Spear, the length and width of the blade could be changed by pouring chakra into it, although the blade could only extend so far before losing cohesion.

Getting struck by the Plasma Saber was likened to getting struck by lightning: the energy composing the blade was so volatile that it could vaporize water on contact and sear through flesh. This technique required some knowledge on kenjutsu to use safely. When activated, this technique was known to produce a notable ozone smell.

Trivia
This technique was greatly inspired by the famous lightsaber weapon of the Star Wars universe. This is exemplified in Plasma Saber's appearance, cutting power, and ozone smell.