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A "double-edged sword" Taijutsu that provides immense strength but leaves the user extremely fatigued.

Team Dosu (Dosu, Zaku, and Kin) arrives to eliminate Sasuke. Dosu easily dismantles Sakura’s traps and mocks her status as a ninja. Naruto Episode 31

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Just as Team Dosu prepares to attack, Rock Lee arrives to honor his pledge to protect Sakura. He utilizes his superior Taijutsu to take on all three Sound Ninja at once. English anime

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Naruto: Season 1, Episode 31 - Rotten Tomatoes

To counter Dosu's speed, Lee uses the Front Lotus , a dangerous technique that requires opening the first of the Eight Chakra Gates . However, Zaku softens the ground to save Dosu, leaving Lee vulnerable and fatigued from the technique's side effects. Notable Techniques Introduced