Thanks toNaruto: Shinobi Striker, fans of theNarutofranchise can pursue characters similar to some of the franchise’s most popular characters - all of which are capable of dishing out extremely deadly attacks up close and personal. However, a lot ofNarutofans know there are just as many characters in the series that can wreak havoc from afar - courtesy of deadly fireballs, lightning attacks, and other vicious elemental abilities.
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And for fans who understand which jutsu in the series dish out the most damage from a distance,Shinobi Strikeroffers a lot of options to allow them to make their dream sniping ninja. However, just which abilities and skill-set combinations work the best for such a build?
Fire Is The Cleanser
Fans of theNarutoseries will fondly remember Sasuke of the Uchiha Clan, who are known for their specialization in Fire Release. AndShinobi Strikerplayers can use the same techniques to obliterate their foes in red hot flame. Key to this kit istheNarutotechnique Shikigami Dance: Storm, wherein players release a barrage of paper around them and seal all techniques but Substitutions of enemies inside for up to ten seconds.
Theoretically, this Ultimate leaves enemies defenseless while players barrage them with deadly attacks. For instance, Fire Style: Majestic Destroyer Flame alone is a decent targeted technique that deals damage over time, whereas Inferno Style: Flame Control can hit multiple targets at once. And with Shadow Clone Jutsu allowing players to chase escaping foes, players will have a lot of fun burning their enemies to death.
Mangekyo Sharingan Trap
Anyone who’s ever dabbled intoNarutotechniques know how devastating the Sharingan could get, especially when it evolves into the Mangekyo Sharingan that provides personalized techniques to its users. Players ofShinobi Strikercan utilize some of the most notable jutsus hidden within the Mangekyo Sharingan, with the Bird Clone Jutsu giving players enough time to escape enemies who try to chase them.
The full brunt of this kit lies within the Mangekyo Sharingan techniques it utilizes from afar. For instance, Inferno Style: Flame Lightning is a decent defensive tool that knocks enemies who try to get too close while debuffing their defense. Likewise, the Amaterasu is a pesky damage-over-time technique that always hits its mark. Topping it off isthe Kamui Shuriken ofNaruto’s Kakashi Hatake, an Ultimate that unleashes the Perfect Susano’o that not only insta-kills its target but doesn’t let them be revived.
Confusing Poke Spam
Players ofShinobi Strikerwho want to play ranged will probably remember notableNarutotechniques such as the Uchiha Clan’s signature fireball attacks. With this kit, players can use a derivative of this technique that relies more on poking enemies to eternity instead of risking one’s safety with complicated techniques. Key to this kit is the Fire Style: Flame Bombs, being a rather decent poking tool while getting enemies within striking range.
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Tagging with this technique is Amaterasu, with its damage-over-time becoming annoying due to its nature as a targetable attack. Not only that, players can chase opponents or run away to safety with Shadow Clone Jutsu, with the almighty Totsuka Blade not only insta-killing foes but prolongs their resurrection time as well. Combined with thecontrol-reversal effects of the Ninja ToolSealing Tag: Fake, ranged players can debilitate the enemy’s offense by being secondary support.
Annoyance Is Key
Sometimes, players of multiplayer games have fun not because they win, but rather because their presence adds an extra level of hilarity to the equation. InNarutogames, these come in the form of rather pesky techniques that make players rather annoying to deal with, and the same principle extends to this kit inShinobi Striker. Key to this build is the Emergency Exit Substitution, essentially allowing players to not just dodge an attack but also remove debuffs and regain health.
Their primary mode of offense comes in the form of Shurado, giving them access to two new jutsus (an Arm Cannon and a Fire Arrow Head) that allow them to dominate the ranged scene. Not only that, but Kamui Shuriken is a nifty insta-kill that cuts off resurrection from enemies. And even without attacking, the maneuverability that Angelic Advent provides makes players rather annoying to aim at.
Area Denial Specialty
One of the most dangerous things a ranged attacker could do in aNarutogame is to deny areas to players, especially when they can attackspeedyNarutocharactersfrom afar with no room for players to retaliate. With this kit, players can dominate ranged and ensure enemies can go where they want them to be through their area denial specialty. Key to this build is Shikigami Dance: Storm, capable of sealing the enemy’s jutsus except their Substitutions, essentially making them sitting ducks for a couple of seconds.
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This kit becomes extra dangerous with the player’s set of ranged attacks. For instance, targetable Amaterasu and Majestic Destroyer Flame can ensure that players attack targets precisely. Moreover, Shadow Clone Jutsu ensures players have a way of retreating to a safe distance and restart their combos.
Dark Lightning Catastrophe
One of the mosticonic features of Sasuke Uchiha inNarutois his access to not just the Uchiha Clan’s specialization in Fire Release but also unique black lightning. InShinobi Striker, players can utilize Sasuke’s unique brand of fire-style combat to devastate enemies from afar. This kit relies on Takemikazuchi-no-Kami, an Ultimate that transforms players into a Perfect Susano’o while devastating foes with an Onyx Chidori. The strength of this Ultimate’s attack should be more than enough to kill enemies but will deal high burn damage over time and a defense buff to survivors.
Complimenting this kit is the target-chasing Fire Style: Majestic Destroyer Flame, serving as the build’s primary long-ranged tool. And when enemies get close enough, players can punish them with the pull-knockback of Inferno Style: Flame Lightning. Lastly, players stuck in a corner may use Time Space Hop to escape certain doom, giving them nifty invulnerability for a bit to assist in their recuperation.
Supreme Area Punishment
Sometimes, certainNarutocharacters specialize in charging up-close that ranged combatants need something up their sleeve to protect them within melee distance. However,Shinobi Strikergameplay adds a twist to this concept with a build that practically invites close-ranged specialists for punishment. Key to this build is Hidden Jutsu: Crystal Ice Mirrors, essentiallya defensive area denialNarutojutsuthat not only grants invincibility to users but hits all enemies caught inside it.
Interestingly enough, Crystal Ice Mirrors is more of a trap than a key damaging technique. Part of the player’s core combo is the tracking-based nature of the Majestic Destroyer Flame, with both Time Space Hop and Angelic Advent giving players room to hover and avoid attacks or chase enemies. Enemies who attempt to get too close after being attacked by Majestic Destroyer Flame can meet their demise via Crystal Ice Mirrors.
Naruto To Boruto: Ninja Strikerwas released on August 05, 2025, for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Microsoft Windows.
