Yun Ichizoku

[Yun Luán]

It is said that when the Princess Kaguya Ōtsutsuki first took from the fruit of the Shinju, gaining powers to end the era of waring states, that she was vehemently motivated to stop a particular union of warlords. Hailing from lands far to the west, this alliance of monks turned generals preached a dogma of conquest, feeling that peace could only be birthed through subjugation. As they threatened to dominate through tactics and steel, it was only by the overwhelming display of divine like powers from Kaguya, was their warpath halted, deterred by the very same methods and ideology they preached in a spectacular fashion none could ever fathom.

It would be countless generations past that the decedents of those warriors would form the present day clan of Yun.

Dating back to their origins of temple monks and priests gone militant, the Yun philosophy had been defined around the celestial astrology, modeling their art, values, and spiritual beliefs with aspects of the divine. As the teachings of the Sage of Six paths spread many centuries ago, those of the clan Yun discovered their own unique connection with the world of mysticism. Being able to sense chakra naturally fortified the Yun’s beliefs that they were blessed by the heavens, able to feel things many mortals could not and then suddenly, with the tutelage of the sage-were able to channel these strange forces into powers rooted in their dogma.

Prophets among the clan encouraged the concept that the fate of those on earth was inevitably determined by the whims of those in higher domain, and that the animals aligned with the divine was merely a hierarchy system to show ones place amongst the wheel of order. With the Dragon at the top of this stairway to power, through the Yun’s ideology aided in the forming of alliances with other clans as nations began to develop.

Though the Yun were intimately involved in the long disputes and fighting of the Warring clans era they focused their attention mainly by seeding their influence with the court. Through arranged marriages, political maneuvering, and diplomacy the Yun clan melded itself intimately with the civil affairs of the world and consolidated their power though partisan sway. It was from these strategies did the clan over several generations accumulate a sense of wealth and prosperity in an age of war-time that many families did not experience, yet wielded power that could destroy entire legacies with but a spoken word.

Over the years the clan had acquired many enemies within Tsuchi no Kuni especially with neighboring families who sought to uproot the thrall the clan had over the affairs of the nation’s leaders. At first hesitant to work in tandem with the other shinobi clans in the foundation of Iwagakure, they were eventually convinced by the supreme might and charisma of the First Tsuchikage. Since then, the Yun have operated diligently in promoting their own agenda while serving in the best interests of the nation.

Curse of Conquest (Seifuku no Noroi)- The Curse of Conquest is an ideal that is said to have been passed down by the warlike descendents that gave birth to the modern day Yun. Ironically, despite the antagonistic roots the clan's legacy dates back to, those of Yun are committed to the ways of peace and order. Born from the Yun's inate ability to recognize and decipher the flows of chakra, they inherit a vast understanding of how power is fostered and potentially devastating it can be, especially when not in harmony-innately fearing what could become of it.

Complimented by clan culture to pursue perfection and surrounded by peers not as attuned to such levels, the Yun build a sense of superiority-a wish to ensure harmony is maintained, even if one needs to be relentless in their mission. As such, many Yun adopt insurmountable egos, looking down upon others who do not feel chakra as they do, maintaining peace through an iron fist, and to 'curb' the free will that may threaten it.

[Yun Luán]

Tiānxu-Heavenly Alighnment
The Yun have the blood inherited trait of having bodies that are physically capable to detecting the unique chakra presence of an individual, similar to chakra color identification. Upon which they are able to detect, locate, and gauge the amount of chakra energy within their surroundings and others by a sixth sensory organ located within the brain that picks up on the unique frequency of chakra that radiates from a person. This natural phenomenon in similar in nature to Ninken and Kikaichū who have developed the traits of being able to smell and eat chakra respectively; As this ability is part of the Yun's natural anatomy, nothing different if one were to touch or breathe, no chakra usage is required. 

The base range of this skill is often at twenty five meters, however Skilled Yun may be able to extend the range of their receptive abilities, even develop this sense to locate specific individuals based on their unique signature of chakra by using their own chakra to amplify the ability to lengths many times beyond, should they dedicate themselves to the skill.

Húnyi-Soul Art
The Yun clan are famous for their unique practice of Fūinjutsu and specialty in the art. What they call as Húnyi or Soul Art those of the Yun clan have devised up a method of incorporating fine and elaborate seals on the body to what appear to be intricately designed body tattoos are modeled after the animal celestials of the zodiac alignment. The effect of Húnyi, similar to the Curse Seal, when activated siphons from the bearer’s chakra supply and is manipulated through the matrix of characters drawn upon their body, allowing the Yun to employ a variety of effects without the necessary hand seals; although it still requires skill on the user’s behalf to control how much chakra is used in the technique to avoid overuse without seals to balance. 

While each tattoo warrants different results, they all have their origins rooted with the zodiac alignment. One with a Dragon Tattoo may be able to breathe fire without the use of seals while one with an Ox may be able to increase their strength by empowering the muscles. However once one is branded with an animal it can never change. Because these seals are intimately connected to the user’s chakra circulatory system, removal can very well leave permanent damage-providing a Yun both a boon and a burden.

Shi’he Quan-Twelve Harmonies Fist
Shi’he Quan or the Twelve Harmonies Fist is the martial art style signature of the Yun Clan, originating from their spiritual beliefs rooted with the Celestial Zodiac Order and immortalized by their principles of grace, skill, and strength, the martial art is an elaborate External Blow style that has earned its reputation of being foolish to underestimate as well as a reflection of the inner discipline of the house hold. The style uses large, extended, circular movements to improve overall body mobility in the muscles, tendons, and joints. Included in this form is a repertoire of a good balance of hand and foot techniques and a mix of whirling, running, leaping, and acrobatics making the moves difficult to perform, requiring great flexibility and athleticism comparable to gymnasts. Signature incorporations of those acrobatics include whirlwind kicks, the butterfly jump, the side somersault, and the classic flying jump kick.

Through trained and precise chakra control, practitioners of the Twelve Harmonies Fist aim to do significant damage to the body by multiplying the kinetic energy of the blow upon impact, sending shockwaves. The chakra multiplies and carries the force further along the point of connection, allowing a further area of attack with each hit, increasing the harm and effect of the strike. Because each strike has its natural kinetic energy multiplied, even what would appear to be an unassuming blow such as the distance of less than an inch(IE: One inch punch) can have serious results.

Training to this style of martial art is rigorous as Yun are instructed from a young age to acquire the type of chakra control to focus energies even the point of a pin needle and multiple tenketsu if necessary. To acquire both the stamina and accuracy in chakra control needed to use this style effectively, typical training methods such as but not limited to Water Walking, Wall Walking, and the Leaf Concentration Practice are intensified. Some methods to increase difficulty are, but of course, aren’t explicitly restricted to adding weights during surface walking practices, using seals to provide resistance to chakra molding, and then meditative practices to supplement clarity of mind to provide focus and eliminate distractions.

Because this martial art is signature to the clan and its discipline is crucial to members of the clan, Yun also benefit with excellent chakra control. With the ability to cause serious exterior damage with placid then suddenly explosive maneuvers and the chakra control to supplement a variety of other attacks makes Shi’he Quan one of the strongest martial art styles in Iwagakure.

Xiangua-Marriage of Two Forces
By focusing their chakra to vitalize the body over a steady period, the Yun is capable of increasing their current physical strength, speed, and reflexes, all making them more of a deadly combatant on the battlefield. This boost in their physical attributes can be sustained for a short while, depending on the level of chakra control and stamina of the user at hand.

Suodi-Shrunken Earth
A Yun clan method of high speed movement infamous for its velocity and the aftermath at the takeoff point. By focusing large amounts of chakra through the body, then releasing it in a kinetic blast, akin to a hammer to the bullet like manner, the Yun explodes, literally cratering the earth behind them in the wake and bolting in a straight line. Specifically designed for long distances and to utilize the excessive flight time by this jutsu, the Yun cushions their landing by applying chakra to their feet-no different in principle as if walking on water, to absorb the residual velocity. This justu is most practical in having to cross large distances in a short amount of time as the use in close quarters risks the Yun colliding(painfully) into another object or largely overshooting their destination.