Kamui Vs. Daikokuten – Which Space-Time Technique Is Stronger?

The Naruto franchise is laced with a number of all-powerful techniques and jutsu, yet some of the strongest ones tend to be space-time ninjutsu. This trend was first witnessed in the Naruto series, where techniques like the Flying Raijin Jutsu and Kamui took center stage due to their unrivaled prowess. Boruto seems to have followed its predecessor’s footsteps, as it has also introduced a new space-time technique, one that rivals Kamui’s prowess and versatility — Daikokuten.

While Daikokuten works on somewhat similar principles to Kamui, it serves an entirely different purpose, especially since it works in conjunction with its sister-technique, the Sukunahikona. However, due to the similar nature of their functioning, and an almost identical design, a comparison can be drawn between Kamui and Daikokuten, which can determine which of the two techniques is stronger. It’s worth considering that Daikokuten is designed to synergize with Sukunahikona, though the technique has its usefulness as a stand-alone jutsu as well in Boruto.

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How Kamui and Daikokuten Work on Similar Principles

The Similar Nature Of Both Space-Time Techniques

Despite belonging to two entirely different dojutsu, Kamui and Daikokuten work on almost uncannily similar principles. The Kamui is a derivative technique of the Mangekyou Sharingan, one that is only confined to Obito Uchiha’s Mangekyou. The technique allowed him to warp himself and any other object in his vicinity inside his very own pocket dimension, known as the Kamui Dimension. Moreover, Kamui can warp objects from both a close range and a distance, along with making the user invincible by warping parts of their body into the dimension to avoid the opponent’s attacks.

Daikokuten is a similar technique, but it works on somewhat slightly different principles. The technique also gives its users a pocket dimension where they can store objects and people. However, time does not flow in this pocket dimension, meaning anyone trapped inside is stuck in a state of limbo or stasis. Moreover, anything expelled out of the Daikokuten’s dimension moves at immense speeds, which can then be used as a weapon of sorts. While the two techniques might sound almost identical, there are a few key differences that set them apart, making one superior to the other.

Warping Distance And Speed

Daikokuten Is Much Faster in Terms Of Warping Objects In and Out of Its Dimension

Despite their similar working principles, Kamui and Daikokuten have slight differences that set them apart from each other. The primary difference between their space-time effects is the speed and distance of their warping. Kamui’s warping ability is rather well-known, with the left eye being able to warp over long distances, and the right eye only capable of using Kamui for a short distance. However, the distance of Kamui’s space-time effect is rather limited, as it is entirely chakra-dependent, and that too in a short range.

There have been a few instances of Kamui being used at a long distance, such as Kakashi using it to dismember Deidara’s arm during the Akatsuki Suppression arc. However, the use of Kamui at such a large distance depleted all of Kakashi’s chakra, leaving him incapacitated for a few days. The same was witnessed during the Fourth Great Ninja War, when Kakashi used Kamui for a long distance, yet each instance of usage drained a considerable amount of chakra for him.

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Daikokuten, on the other hand, does not seem to have this limitation. With this ability, the user can easily warp objects in and out of Daikokuten’s dimension without any limitation on range. During Isshiki and Kawaki’s multiple fights, it was witnessed multiple times that Daikokuten can manipulate objects over large distances without any immense chakra requirement. Moreover, the speed at which Kawaki can warp objects in and out of Daikokuten’s dimension is extremely high, to an extent where objects can be expelled out at such high speeds that they can even catch the Sharingan off-guard. Kamui, on the other hand, does not offer this advantage, as objects expelled from it move at a much slower pace, making them easy to deflect and avoid.

Invulnerability and Escape

The Kamui Doubles As the Perfect Defense Jutsu

While Daikakuten and Kamui might seem almost identical at first glance, there is one key difference between the two that sets them entirely apart — vulnerability. Kamui’s true trump card is its power to allow its user to become invulnerable to all attacks, whether it’s physical or ninjutsu. This power would exactly allow Obito to become such a key player in the Naruto series, as none could counter his Kamui’s invulnerability.

While that doesn’t make him entirely immune, as anyone from inside the Kamui dimension can still attack him, to those outside, he is entirely invincible. Daikokuten, on the other hand, fails to offer its users this key ability, as they cannot teleport parts of themselves to the Daikokuten dimension. In this aspect, Kamui is clearly superior to Daikakuten, as it can double as a technique that can be used to both escape and deter damage altogether.

The Nature Of Each Pocket Dimension

Kamui and Daikokuten’s Pocket Dimensions Work Differently

Kamui and Daikokuten both offer a unique pocket dimension to their users, though their dimensions are quite different in terms of their nature. In the case of Kamui, the pocket dimension can be used to store both objects and human beings, along with the user themselves. While the dimension is set in an entirely different plane, time still passes normally in this dimension.

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On the other hand, Daikokuten’s dimension stops time altogether. This aspect of Daikokuten’s dimension has its own benefits, as it can be used as a weapon storage where materials will never deteriorate, or enemies can be trapped in the dimension in a state of stasis or limbo. However, Kamui’s pocket dimension gives a lot more flexibility, since it can be used to trap opponents and also offer refuge to allies.

Which Space-Time Technique Is Superior?

Kamui Comes Out On Top As Their Superior Space-Time Ninjutsu

Kamui and Daikokuten are almost identical techniques, yet their inherent workings and principles are different, meaning one is bound to be stronger than the other. Comparing the aspects of each technique, the stronger one can be determined. In terms of overall speed and range, Daikokuten clearly comes out on top, especially since Kamui’s long-range ability drains a considerable amount of chakra and leaves the user incapacitated, making it much weaker than Daikokuten. Moreover, Daikokuten’s dimension is also superior in some respects, considering time does not move, and he can store objects without them deteriorating over time.

However, Kamui is the better space-time ninjutsu overall, considering it offers its user invulnerability and a pocket dimension where time flows, allowing the user and their allies refuge and a method of escape from enemies. Kamui’s versatility gives it a slight edge over Daikokuten, especially in terms of its pocket dimension and the ability to unconsciously move parts of the body into the dimension. However, it’s also worth considering that if Daikokuten were to be used with a sister-technique, Sukunahikona, it would certainly be the superior technique, though it stands as the weaker space-time ninjutsu by itself.

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