The Cloud of Ash Method is a ninjutsu technique, unique to Kaya Sarutobi which allows her to release a mass cloud of ash, by manifesting and releasing her chakra as this ash. The ash is flammable and can be used with exploding tags to create an explosion killing the opponent, or it can be inhaled and damage the lungs off the opponent, in which case a opponent can die, should they inhale enough ash. Since the ash curtains the opponent off, a sneak attack can be preformed, as the user is immune to the effects of the ash.