Ninja Gear

This small throwing weapon comes in many sizes and shapes. Three varieties are described here.

All shuriken are thrown by hand and have a limited range. They are easily hidden in folds of clothing or tucked into sashes. Spike shuriken can even be worn in the hair.

Spike shuriken look like large pins, tapering to a sharp point.

Large star shuriken are larger. They may also be gripped in the fist, with one sharpened point projecting between the fingers, and used as a punching weapon.

Small star shuriken have three or more razor-edged points, ensuring that at least one point will strike the opponent.

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