Editing Shuriken

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[[File:ACFT - Shuriken.png|thumb|250px|Shurikens utilized by Shimazu ninja]]
A '''shuriken''', also known as a '''throwing star''' or '''ninja star''',{{Fact|11 June 2023}} is a type of [[Japan|Japanese]] throwing weapon that was commonly used as a hidden weapon or tool with the purpose of distracting or misdirecting. It was a staple amongst the [[samurai]] and [[ninja]] during the Feudal period.

In addition to being wielded by the Japanese, shuriken were also occasionally carried by [[guards]] of the [[Ming dynasty]] in the 16th century.<ref name="ACC">''[[Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China]]''</ref>

In 1725, the [[British Brotherhood of Assassins|British Assassin]] [[Edward Kenway]] had shuriken thrown at him by [[Shimazu clan]] ninja during his time pursuing a [[Piece of Eden]] lead in [[Macau]].<ref name="ACFT">''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]''</ref>

==Appearances==
*''[[Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple]]''

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