Cordyceps Jutsu

The Cordyceps Jutsu (冬虫夏草の術, Tōchūkasō no Jutsu) is a powerful technique of the Nabatani Clan and only extremely skilled users can use it. 
== Overview ==
Cordyceps Jutsu is an advanced technique within the Fungus Release arsenal, designed to exert insidious control over the minds of its targets through the manipulation of fungal spores.
To start, the user generates specialized fungal spores infused with their chakra. These spores are microscopic and imperceptible to the naked eye, designed to float through the air or be dispersed over surfaces. Upon contact with the target, whether through inhalation or skin contact, the fungal spores latch onto the target’s chakra network. They begin to germinate and spread rapidly throughout the body, targeting the nervous system and chakra pathways.
As the spores germinate, they form microscopic mycelial networks within the target’s body. These networks extend into the brain, establishing a parasitic connection that allows the user to exert control over the target’s neural impulses and subconscious mind. Through the mycelial connection, the user can initiate a genjutsu-like effect. 
Unlike conventional genjutsu which affects perception directly, Cordyceps Jutsu manipulates the target’s thoughts and actions by influencing their neural signals and subconscious impulses. This manipulation is subtle and difficult for the target to resist or detect, making it a potent tool for espionage or covert operations.
Masters of this technique can make the mycelium lie dormant within the target’s body, allowing the user to activate control at a later time or in response to specific triggers such as extreme heat or cold. 
Removing the fungal spores and mycelium requires advanced medical ninjutsu and precise chakra manipulation. Simply dispelling the genjutsu will not be effective, as the fungal infestation persists within the target’s body and chakra network
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