> > > I give up. Personally I don't see any resemblance and I don't have any will to redesign my character after having it crushed.
> > > 
> > > Not that it's going to help save my character, but this was what I was modeling Afterimage after:
> > > 
> > > [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9oSCPkRQrOs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9oSCPkRQrOs) (Ability at just past 0:48)
> > > 
> > > In contrast to Blake's Shadow semblance:
> > > 
> > > [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4REfVDtqo0](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4REfVDtqo0) (Semblance just past 1:15)
> > > 
> > > So, in my honest opinion, the two abilities are nothing alike. 
> > > 
> > > 
> > 
> > _Crushed?_  Surely you're being a bit dramatic.  There are similarities between the two abilities that simply cannot be denied: moving extremely quickly while leaving behind an image of oneself.  However, if the ability means that much to you, and is that quintessential to your character, I'll overlook their similarities.  I pride myself on being a flexible man; there's no need to be cynical.
> > 
> > 
> 
> Actually, blake leaves behind a solid clone, much like Naruto's Shadow Clone technique. Her idea was having a afterimage that is intangible. Blake was shown to use her shadow offensively against Roman, so there is quite a big difference in the two.


I was going to say the same thing, but thought better of it. 


For your crossbow-supporter type, just remember, Seilber uses a bow with similar effect. Not saying don't use it, just be aware of crossover. Also, those two might compare notes over time. One of the great things about Beacon is it's less about having a top dog, and more about churning out skilled, talented, powerful Hunters/Huntresses, and the better everyone makes each other, the better off Remnant is as a whole. Right?