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How to Be a Ninja

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You've seen them in movies and Japanese anime. But what exactly are ninjas? A true ninja (shinobi, in Japanese) is not just someone who wears black, drops down from the ceiling and slices everything into pieces. Ninjas have been around since at least the 14th century, when guerrilla warfare in feudal Japan called for subterfuge and assassination - activities which samurai would not perform because they were forb >[1] Ninja were employed as master spies, assassins, and specialist warriors. While some aspects of the ninja way may be outdated, the principles and techniques remain valuable for anyone who is interested in espionage and deception. Being a ninja is extremely hard work, but the tips below will help you get started.