| abstract | - Diamond Release, though in actuality the same Kekkei Genkai as Crystal Release, differs in the fact that the chakra itself is being crystalized, rather than the chakra being used to crystalize the environment. Though overall similar, Diamond Release does have pros and cons when compared to Crystal Release. The main advantage of Diamond Release is that the constructs it creates are significantly more durable than those created with Crystal Release. The diamonds are able to withstand even most Lightning Release based attacks and hold up better when damaged. The main drawback when compared to Crystal Release would be that the versatility of Diamond Release is sacrificed for this increased durability. The Kekkei Genkai, whether it is called Diamond Release or Crystal Release is one of the rarest abilities of the shinobi world. Though there are many ninja whom still carry the ancient genes of the Iwa within them, the ability is a recessive trait, meaning two individuals of strong Iwa lineage are required to create a child with the ability. In addition, a rare form of calcium deficiency is often associated with the Kekkei Genkai, often resulting in the infant’s death after only a few months. Many believe that this condition eventually led to the downfall of the Iwa clan, killing off many of the clan’s children and preventing the clan from thriving. The last pure blooded Iwa clan member was believed to have died out nearly two centuries before the First Shinobi World War, taking most of the knowledge of Crystal Release and Diamond Release with them. Some stories of Crystal Release, being the name of the ability under the dominant Iwa clan branch, have persisted over the years, but many speculate to whether or not there is truth to the legends. Diamond Release, the name of the ability under the exiled branch of the Iwa, nearly went extinct with its practitioners.
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