Shuriken-Throwing blades of the Ninja. Translates as basically Shu-Hand-Ri-released-Ken-blade. Hand released blade.
Shuriken dont have *sides* as such, but have points. There were certain Shuriken particular to a tradition of
Ninpo, ect
Togakure Ryu used the classic 4 pointed Shuriken that appeared to be nearly square. There are only roughly 3 or 4 true designs of flat
shuriken, commerciality has created many more. There are also Bo shuriken, which are practical iron darts. Each tradition has a specific specification ect one style would have 15cm Bo shuriken, another tradition would have 18 cm. Contrary to popular belief, Shuriken were not coated in poison. There was no need-Poison was dangerous to carry on sharp objects and difficult to aquire, and usually did not work quicly.
Rust was the most dangerous aspect of a Shuriken-as throwing objects they were intended to distract and slow down as a ninja escaped ect, and would not fataly wound an enemy, but could penetrate. If
rust got into
the cut, it could be lethal. It is ironic that you can buy Shuriken through
postal order these days-they used to be fuedal ninja famalies most closest
guarded secrets.
Hey look, i found a
Shuriken!
I got Shuriken and i aint' afraid to use 'em.
Ph34r my l33t
shruiken of uNf47|-|omalbal
d00m!
We practise Shuriken-jutsu at Honbu dojo every Sunday after lunch.
