Wood Release: Hōbi Technique
Name
Kanji	木遁・榜排の術
Rōmaji	Mokuton: Hōbi no Jutsu
Viz manga	Wood Style: Wood Expulsion Jutsu
Debut
Manga	Chapter #621
Appears in	Manga only
Data
Classification	Kekkei Genkai, Ninjutsu
Type	Wood Release
Class	Defensive
Range	Short-range
Users Hashirama Senju

Using Wood Release, the user creates a dome-like defensive structure that completely surrounds which takes the form of a dragon's face. This defence is split down the middle and can be opened on the user's command. It is strong enough to withstand the destructive force of a Tailed Beast Ball.

Influences Edit

This technique is influenced by a dragon-shaped mask that the Buddhist bodhisattva of compassion, Avalokiteśvara, also known as "Senju Kannon" (千手観音, Thousand-Armed Kannon) carries around.