Rule Book 6: Jutsu Mechanics

Rule Book 6: Jutsu Mechanics Nov 17, 2018 23:11:23 GMT -5

Post by Tenshi on Nov 17, 2018 23:11:23 GMT -5

Jutsu Mechanics
Jutsu on Naruto Genesis are different from most Jutsu on other Naruto sites. On some they are merely vague abstract concepts to respond to. On others they are mathematically timed with "meters per second" speeds and other silly things.

But here on Naruto Genesis we are more of a middle. There are certain types of Jutsu and that's all people need to be aware of!

So this is how Jutsu are framed on Naruto Genesis!

Example 1:

Name: Rasengan

Rank: A Rank

Classification: Ninjutsu

Type: Melee

Range: Arm-Length

Hand-Seals: None

Description:
The Rasengan is a spinning ball of chakra formed and held in the palm of the user's hand, which is only known to a handful of shinobi. It is the epitome of Shape Manipulation, capable of both tearing into a person's flesh and spinning them away with propulsive force!

Drawbacks:
Requires a lot of concentration to pull off, as the intensive Shape Manipulation is very difficult to control and maintain. Must land on the opponent to work.

What is "Jutsu Type"?

Here on Naruto Genesis - we categorize each Jutsu by a broad umbrella type that dictates it's mechanics! The Rasengan is a Melee Jutsu, which involves directly hitting an opponent in close-quarters rather than shooting it off with chakra as a projectile of some kind. There are many types of Jutsu on Genesis.

Melee Jutsu: Melee Jutsu are Ninjutsu that must be engaged and connected with in close-quarters combat!

This means the success of it depends on the user's own stats and their own speed to actually connect the attack! The upside to this however is that since it's a melee jutsu, it's counted as an unarmed strike on TOP of a Jutsu!

I.e. Naruto hits Sasuke with his Rasengan. The Rasengan is a A rank Ninjutsu, but it also counts as unarmed strike from Naruto who has C rank strength! Ergo Sasuke takes an A rank AND a C rank's worth of damage! This Strength bonus only applies to a successful hit, not a parried/dodged/or blocked hit.

Martial Jutsu: Martial Jutsu are Jutsu that TECHNICALLY don't drain chakra, but rather wear out your body from physical exertion. This is Jutsu from Physical Skills such as Taijutsu, Bukijutsu, and Kugutsu (at least for specific maneuvers with puppets).

Like Melee Jutsu, these mostly depend on your stats to hit. Whether that's Speed for Melee and Tracking for Ranged versions of these.

However when these hit, you use the Jutsu's Rank + Your Strength Rank for the purposes of determining damage (just like Melee Jutsu). Since they don't use chakra, they also cannot be detected by Sensory Jutsu. They also require no seals or "charge", but are rather just normal maneuvers your character carries out.

Rock Lee has D rank Strength and hits an enemy with Leaf Whirlwind (A D Rank Taijutsu). Ergo if he connects with his opponent they suffer a D rank from Strength and a D rank from the Taijutsu kick in damage.

Projectile Jutsu: Projectile Jutsu are normal run of the mill projectiles.

Their rank corresponds with BOTH their Speed and their Power!

I.e. Sasuke uses Fireball Jutsu! The Fireball is a C rank Fire Jutsu, ergo it moves at a C rank Speed and Deals C rank Damage if it hits!

Precise Jutsu: Precise Jutsu are a type of Projectile Jutsu that isn't strong in power, but is fast in speed! It gains a rank in Jutsu Speed, but loses a rank in Jutsu Power!

I.e. Sasuke uses the Phoenix Flower Jutsu on Naruto, a C rank Fire Style. Since it's a Precise Jutsu, the Fireballs only do a D ranks worth of damage (as they are one rank lower than C), BUT is as fast as a B rank Ninjutsu (requiring something with B rank speed to dodge or block it!

Power Jutsu: Power Jutsu are the opposite of Precise Jutsu. They are type of projectile that trades precision and speed for raw power.

It gains a rank in Jutsu Power, but loses a rank in Jutsu Speed!

I.e. Sasuke uses Dragon Flame Jutsu on Orochimaru, a C rank Fire Jutsu! The Dragon Flame can only travel on the wire at a slow D rank pace, but it deals a B rank's worth of damage upon connecting!

Area Jutsu: Area Jutsu are widespread Ninjutsu that cause a lot of damage.

They are a type of projectile that can strike multiple enemies in the topic! This type of Jutsu is reserved only to B ranks and higher. And the severity of their area of effect depends heavily on rank. B ranks can affect a squad worth of 6 people. A ranks can affect up to 12 people at a time. S ranks can affect up to a chunk of a Hidden Village. The cost of this is the power and speed of the Jutsu go down by 1 rank!

Madara uses Great Fire Annilhation- it is an S rank Area Jutsu that attacks the Shinobi Forces! However it is only as fast and as damaging as an A rank Jutsu. Each character in the topic must respond to their own section of an A Rank Flame. Alternatively someone must use an Area Jutsu of equal potency to cancel this one out and defend the people in the topic.

Defense Jutsu: Defense Jutsu are more solid types of Jutsu that form walls, and other protective obstacles in front of the user!

They are stationary defenses, but they are sturdy!

I.e. Kakashi uses Earth-Style Mud Wall, a B rank Earth Style Ninjutsu against a B rank Fireball. The Wall only protects from a specific direction, but it is as sturdy as an A rank! Therefore it not only protects against the fireball, but the Wall is left standing!

Barrier Jutsu: These are a different category of Defense jutsu.

They're like Defense Jutsu, but surround the user so that they are safe from any attack while active. C/B Ranks can also protect 3 people as long as those people are close. A/S Rank can defend up to 6 people as long as they're close. Unlike Defense Jutsu, it is less sturdy (equivalent to its rank).

I.e. Yamato uses a Wood Dome, a B rank Ninjutsu to protect his squad against an incoming Dragon Flame Jutsu. Since this jutsu is a Barrier instead of a Defense, it can blocks the incoming B rank Fireball (albeit getting destroyed in the process).

Armor Jutsu: Armor Jutsu are solid Jutsu that protect the jutsu user from harm as long as they're applied!

They are not as sturdy as Defense Jutsu, but they allow the user to move around and still engage in combat! You gain a suit of armor around yourself up to the technique's rank, but can ONLY use Martial Jutsu while it's active.

I.e. Kakuzu uses Earth Spear to cover himself in a Stone Armor. It's an A rank Armor, ergo it is equivalent to an A Rank Barrier around his body shielding him from damage. He can only use Martial Jutsu however while the jutsu is active.

Support Jutsu: Support Jutsu are Jutsu used for non-combative purposes but rather to perform other tasks, usually for the aid of one's allies.

The most common is Mystical Healing Palm, which heals an A rank's worth of damage at a time.

Supplementary Jutsu: Supplementary Jutsu are jutsu that have effects that don't cause damage or defend against damage.

They merely create conditions or provide something to the user. Summoning is considered a Supplementary Jutsu, as it calls for help from other forces! Clones, Illusions, and many other techniques are considered Supplementary techniques!

Buff Jutsu: Buff Jutsu are Jutsu that enhance the user's Attributes/Stats.

These are rare Jutsu to have, but pretty powerful if you can get your hands on one. Normally restricted to Clan Techniques and/or X Ranks (save for Body Flicker).

Side-Note:
You can create Jutsu with multiple effects so long as the end-game power is balanced. For example an S rank Area/Precise Jutsu would likely have S rank Speed but B rank Power instead of A (as you traded TWO tiers of power to negate the tier penalty to Speed from the Area Jutsu mechanics). Staff will make sure things are up to code.

Rule Book 6: Jutsu Mechanics Jul 6, 2019 2:40:44 GMT -5

Post by Tenshi on Jul 6, 2019 2:40:44 GMT -5

Jutsu and Stats

Jutsu are techniques, and the MAIN focus of combat in Naruto. Whether it's Taijutsu or Ninjutsu or Genjutsu, etc. etc. This is a quick explanation for how Jutsu and Stats intermingle in combat, which can seem a bit confusing. Think of this as an INB4 on all the normal questions people will have with these system.

"My Fireball is faster than my opponent's speed... Does that mean it autohits?"

No, not necessarily. And here is why. If I'm taking the time to use a gun... I reach into my holster where I've got it. I'm loading the bullet, releasing the safety and I'm aiming the sight before eventually firing the damn thing at my target. During that time.. am I to assume my opponent is just standing there the whole time twiddling his thumbs? No. He can do the EXACT same thing and fire back at me, or try to get out of my range and make it harder for me to hit him.

It's the same with Jutsu in Naruto. And this goes back to the Tier rules on comparing stats. Having higher stats does not make you auto-win in a fight. It gives you an advantage, unless your stats are SO much higher than your opponent that you'd instant squash them (say X versus B for example). It'll take at least a few exchanges for their superiority to overwhelm you.

While you're casting YOUR Ninjutsu... Most of the time they will have the ability to use theirs too.

"Well I'm faster than my opponent's C-Rank Fireball... Does that mean I autododge all Jutsu on that level?"

Again... Not necessarily. Ideally yes that's what SPEED is for. But if the person you're fighting either:

A) Traps you in a place where you can't run around.
B ) SNEAK ATTACKS (really reaaally well)
C) Has really better Tracking than your Speed.. They can anticipate your movement and make it harder for you to dodge (although if you ALSO have good Tracking this could help you counter a counter... But that's getting into too much specifics).

Basically... You can't dodge EVERYTHING, even with X-Rank Speed. Even with ?-Rank Speed (which no PC will have). There will be situations where SPEED is not applicable and you'll have to counter with a Jutsu or block/tank. I can't list every scenario though.

Rule Book 6: Jutsu Mechanics

Post by Tenshi on Nov 17, 2018 22:28:40 GMT -5

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