Yokuchi Hōzuki (more commonly known as the Second Mizukage: 二代目水影, Nidaime Mizukage; Literally meaning "Second Water Shadow") was the leader of Kirigakure and the Clan Head of the Hōzuki Clan. Specializing in Yin Release Genjutsu and Water Release with his Hydrification and ultimate technique, he was a formidable Kage, who had ample power to protect his people and take up the Mizukage mantle, being reputed as the Imp of the Mist, and the Avatar of Genjutsu.