So, the topic is going to be pretty self explanatory. I'm not calling out Athos, because there wasn't a rule or anything to suggest that this could not be done, but after some examination of other fights where this has happened, and the implications this loop hole could have, I would like to see how the community feels about "voiding" this tactic and making it an illegal move from this point forward. (The ruling here obviously having no bearing on our match.)
My reasons for wanting this removed are obvious. 8th gate is the epitome of the strength any one individual can reach, far exceeding that of the Ten tails Jink if applied properly. The drawback for using this power is that one looses their life after it's use. Now, using techniques that have been explicitly stated to circumvent this drawback are already voided amidst the community. I am of course referring too the body revival technique. I don't see how it's fair that all a person has to do is activate Izanagi, use 8th gate, then from that point forward have a free 5 (or however many) turns of immeasurable power, only to fade away and be perfectly fine in the next round. Minus an eye of course. Though if they wanted, they could rely on sensory techniques and just use another eye to go into 8th gate again. God forbid there is someone with Danzo modifications and can just spam it over. and over. and over again until they are left with only their own eyes, then spam it two more times if the opponent isn't dead yet.
It shouldn't be difficult to see the issue with this tactic. There are always going to be methods of avoiding 8th gate, yes, but just because it can be countered does not mean that it should just be left alone for people to abuse. In an OOC fight, there is no consequence for spamming this tactic in every single fight the person sets foot in. Literally none.
My suggestion, if not outright voiding it? Do not allow this in OOC fights.
Any input on the subject is welcome.