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| Birthdate |  August 8
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| Gender |  Male
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| Age | Deceased | ||
| Height | 17917,900 cm <br />179 m <br />587.27 ft <br />7,047.244 in <br /> | ||
| Weight | 7171 kg <br />156.528 lb <br /> | ||
| Kekkei Genkai |  Sound Release
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| Occupation | Vessel | ||
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Shion Shiin was a vessel for Shiinshiki Otsutsuki and previous leader of the Shiin Clan during the Warring States Period. He was also a member of The Keepers of Shiin's Will.
Background[]
Shion was born during the Warring States Period, and was the eldest of five children. Shion and his siblings grew up on the battlefield waging constant war with early clans such as the Uchiha and the Senju. Shion is the only survivor of the five.
Shion joins the Academy
Eventually The Senju, the Uchiha, The Sarutobi, The Shiin and all their affiliated clans came together to founded a village of peace, where children would never need to die in battle. This village was called Konohagakure. Shion would eventually train with other genin at the newly founded Academy. Shion early on displayed prodigious talent in the ninja arts, earning him additional training from Tobirama Senju in Water Release.
Soon, the once-unified clan fractured, torn apart by greed, ambition, and conflicting ideologies. Two opposing factions emerged, each claiming to be the true inheritors of his legacy. The Keepers of Shiin’s Will devoted themselves to preserving the sacred instruments, believing them to be relics of immense power that must be safeguarded and kept out of unworthy hands. To them, the instruments were sacred artifacts, never to be used for personal gain or reckless ambition.
Opposing them stood The Followers of Shiin, a zealous sect who saw the instruments not as relics to be hidden away, but as divine tools meant to fulfill an ancient, unwritten prophecy. They sought to harness their power, convinced that doing so would lead to the ascension of a new era—one where their dominion would be absolute. To them, the instruments were the key to realizing Shiinshiki’s unfinished will, whatever the cost.
Shion and Gamangaku
Sometime later, Shion discovered a hidden portal to Mount Myōboku concealed beneath the still waters of Otokagami Lake. Drawn by fate, he entered and formed a summoning contract with the ancient toad sage Gamangaku. Under Gamangaku’s guidance, Shion spent years mastering the art of Senjutsu.
Shiinshiki's Gong
Upon returning, his wisdom and power earned him the respect of the Keepers faction, who eventually elected him as their clan leader. The Shiin Clan Elders entrusted him with Shiinshiki’s Kāma, hoping to restore balance amid growing instability. With it, Shion began to wield one of Shiinshiki’s legendary Treasured Instruments—Shiinshiki's Gong—ushering in a new era for the Keepers of Shiin’s Will.
Shiinshiki's Kāma Ritual Scroll
Compatibility with an Ōtsutsuki is exceedingly rare and unpredictable, and if an individual is not a suitable recipient, the ritual will typically result in them suffering a fatal seizure. Shiinshiki's Kāma was only shown to be passed down through members of the Shiin Clan born with the Sound Release Kekkei Genkai and can Harmonize with his Treasured Instruments.
Shion dies in battle
As tensions grew, so did the inevitable conflict. The Followers and The Keepers fought over the selection of next vessel. The Followers wanted a vessel to balance power for their own twisted agenda. When it was learned that the Followers faction found 3 children were found to be suitable vessels, a daring escape was orchestrated by The Keepers. Kanoto Garasu and Shion Shiin risked everything to free Aoide from her cruel fate. In the end, Shion paid the ultimate price, sacrificing his life so she could flee. He was by survived a daughter, Renge Shiin.
Personality[]
Shion carried the burden of being the sole survivor of his siblings, instilling in him a deep sense of responsibility to protect those he cared for. He was known for his calm and strategic mind, often thinking several steps ahead in battle. Despite his hardened exterior, he possessed a strong sense of justice and empathy, particularly for children caught in the cycle of war.
Appearance[]
Shion's appearance
Shion had violet hair that was tied in a loose yet controlled ponytail, allowing strands of his hair to frame his face. His goatee, added to his mature and battle-hardened visage, a sign of both experience and nobility within his clan. He wore a long, flowing black robe embroidered with silver accents along the edges, signifying his status as clan leader. The back of the robe bore the Shiin Clan insignia.
Abilities[]
Chakra and Physical Prowess[]
Shion gathers chakra in his fist
Shion had considerable chakra reserves thanks to his Kama. His chakra glows as an array of spectral colors, much like a rainbow, and made a distinct "wind chime" like sound.
Ninjutsu[]
Sound Release[]
Sound Cloak
As a member of the Shiin Clan, Shion inherited the rare Sound Release Kekkei Genkai, allowing him to manipulate sound waves with extreme precision. His abilities included: Sound-based genjutsu that disrupts the target’s equilibrium, causing dizziness and hallucinations. His Sound Cloaking Technique, The Sound Cloaking Technique allows Shion to completely nullify all sounds within a certain radius. By absorbing, redirecting, or silencing vibrations in the air, he could move undetected, making him nearly impossible to hear or track.
Bukijutsu[]
Shion deflects an attack
Harmonic Barrier was one of Shion Shiin’s most formidable defensive techniques, utilizing his mastery of Sound Release and Shiinshiki’s Gong to create a nearly impenetrable shield of vibrating sound waves. What set this barrier apart was its unique reflection property, allowing it to not only absorb incoming attacks but also redirect them back at enemies with amplified force. The Harmonic Barrier is most effective against chakra-based attacks but less effective against brute taijutsu techniques that don’t rely on chakra. He also wielded a sword on his back, suggesting skill in Kenjutsu.
Summoning Technique[]
Shion summons
Shion could use the Summoning Technique.
Kama[]
Shion possessed the Kāma mark of Shiinshiki Ōtsutsuki, which he acquired when become a vessel. However, it was never fully developed.
Trivia[]
- Shion's hair color is based on Aster tataricus, also known as the Shion flower.
- Harmonization is a phenomenon that occurs at birth in those born with the Sound Release Kekkei Genkai. From that moment on, they become eternally linked to a specific instrument, which emits a faint, rhythmic ringing that only they can hear. This unique bond marks them as a potential vessel for Shiinshiki.
Credits[]
- Anime-edited image source credits to: Animenana, Photopea, Naruspot, Narutopedia, Masashi Kishimoto, & Osamu Kobayashi
