How Did The Invention Of The Shuriken Weapon

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The Shuriken was one of the most influential and psychological handheld weapons at its time. Before the Shuriken was invented, there was no other weapon known to mankind that could be as capable, and accomplish as many things, as the shuriken. As many don’t know yet, but the Shuriken has influenced many of the present day actions. This handheld weapon was unique and important at its time. In the past, samurais and ninjas had weapons that could be used in close combat only, such as swords. Samurais always carried katanas, wakizashi, and tachi. Ninjas carried a similar sword to the Katana known as the Ninjatō. The introduction of the Shuriken brought a unique way of fighting effectively with stealthiness and range. Before the invention of

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