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A '''''shuriken''''', also known as '''throwing | A '''''shuriken''''', also known as a '''throwing star''' or '''ninja star''', is a type of [[Japan|Japanese]] concealed 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, shurikens were also occasionally carried by [[guards]] of the [[Ming dynasty]] in the 16th century.<ref name="ACC">''[[Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China]]''</ref> | In addition to being wielded by the Japanese, shurikens 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]] had shurikens thrown at him by [[Shimazu clan | In 1725, the [[British Brotherhood of Assassins|British Assassin]] [[Edward Kenway]] had shurikens 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== | ==Appearances== | ||
Revision as of 18:42, 10 June 2023
A shuriken, also known as a throwing star or ninja star, is a type of Japanese concealed 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, shurikens were also occasionally carried by guards of the Ming dynasty in the 16th century.[1]
In 1725, the British Assassin Edward Kenway had shurikens thrown at him by Shimazu clan ninja during his time pursuing a Piece of Eden lead in Macau.[2]
Appearances
- Assassin's Creed Chronicles: China (first appearance)
- Assassin's Creed: Forgotten Temple
References