Changes: Shadow of the Dancing Leaf

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A technique where one follows the opponent, closely matching their body's movement, just like a leaf that dances in the air is followed by its shadow. The technique begins with a swift upper kick that will launch their target into the air. It is mainly used to position an opponent into a vulnerable aerial position. This move by itself is harmless, but it is usable as a stepping stone for a great many powerful jutsu like Front Lotus and the Lion Combo. That said, it also has a rather high degree of difficulty.

References

↑ First Databook, page 170

[1] First Databook, page 170

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-The Shadow of the Dancing Leaf is used to position a ninja's opponent into a vulnerable aerial position. The ninja will first quickly appear below their opponent, then with a swift upper kick they will launch their target into the air. The ninja will then jump into the air to "shadow" the target with the target's back to their chest. Since this is the opponent's blind spot, it can be used as a set up to a number of jutsu. Rock Lee uses it in preparation for the [[Front Lotus]]. Sasuke, after [[Sharingan|copying]] it from Lee, uses it for his [[Lion Combo]], but because he lacks Lee's training it puts some strain on his body.
+A technique where one follows the opponent, closely matching their body's movement, just like a leaf that dances in the air is followed by its shadow. The technique begins with a swift upper kick that will launch their target into the air. It is mainly used to position an opponent into a vulnerable aerial position.  This move by itself is harmless, but it is usable as a stepping stone for a great many powerful jutsu like [[Front Lotus]] and  the [[ Lion Combo]]. That said, it also has a rather high degree of difficulty.
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