The Shin Clan (心一族, Shin Ichizoku) was a clan founded shortly after the First Shinobi World War. Said to be the hidden fifth noble clan of Konohagakure, they easily rival the other four noble clans. Their techniques mainly deal with Steel Release and relying on their natural skill as shinobi to best their opponents. They can also enter a state where they can control the Natural Energy in the environment, giving them the ability to control the weather, plants, and animals. Hoteri Shin is the current head of the clan.