Forming the clone hand seal. The user creates a number of metal clones to aid them. The clones can be created from either the user themselves or from an already existing source of metal, with the latter requiring less chakra to use. The clones base also depends on the metal that's been used in the creation process with them possessing unique attributes depending on the metal used.
Metal used in Clone Technique[]
Adamantite - Extremely durable. These clones can take many high levelled attacks without dissipating. There are only a few weapons and techniques that can take them out.
Aluminum - Light and aerodynamic, these clones are much more faster than clones made from other metal.
Bismuth - A metal that forms crystals. These clones are capable of refracting light, making them invisible to an observer.
Copper - Possesses the attribute to absorb lightning attacks.
Mercury - Takes a semi-liquid form. These clones can poison the target with mere touch. These clones are able to reform after being struck, as well as also burst into a highly toxic gas.
Molten Metal - Extremely hot, comparable to lava. These clones cause extreme burns to their targets when struck. These clones are able to reform, even after being struck.