Sand Clone[1]
Name
Kanji	砂分身
Rōmaji	Suna Bunshin
Literal English	Sand Clone
English TV	Sand Clone Jutsu
Debut
Manga	Chapter #111
Anime	Naruto Episode #66
Game	Naruto: Ultimate Ninja
Appears in	Anime, Manga and Game
Data
Classification	Ninjutsu, Clone Techniques
Class	Supplementary
Users Gaara Sasori (Anime only)

This technique is used to create clones in the shape of himself or others^[2] using sand as a medium. The clone's form can be changed instantly into sand, and the enemy's body can be trapped. Its many applications with long-range attacks can have it act as a lure and a decoy. Due to the properties of the sand, Gaara was able to use it as a trap, hiding Gold Dust inside of it.^[3] This is where it draws the line with other clones.

Trivia Edit

• In the anime, Sasori used a sand clone as a replacement although it dissolved after being hit.^[4]

References Edit

1. ↑ First Databook, page 204
2. ↑ Naruto chapter 556, page 10
3. ↑ Naruto chapter 557, page 17
4. ↑ Naruto: Shippūden episode 8