Gizmodo: ninja

Robot Practices Tai Chi And Swordplay In Preparation To Kill Us

Rosa Golijan — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:20:00 EST

The first HUBO robot innocently rode a Segway. The HUBO 2 looks like he's ready to turn into a killer ninja-bot as he practices tai chi, hones his swordsmanship, and still has time for a drink.

We are so screwed. [Plastic Pals via Crunchgear]

Ninja Kunai Flash Drive Guarantees Airport Security Full Cavity Search

Jesus Diaz — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:40:00 EDT

I don't know if this $125 Ninja Kunai 2GB flash memory drive is made of metal or not. They don't say in the product page description. What they say in the warning has me a bit worried, though:

Please note that this product is not a "real' Kunai, and cannot be used as such, also we would like to remind you that this product may be dangerous due to its sharp edge and MUST be handle with care,

GeekStuff4U.com cannot be responsible if you misused this product and hurt yourself or others with it.

So it is not the real thing but it can actually cut? Can I take care of my garden with it? Do they just mean you can use it to take one of your eyes out? Are they giving nerd ninja wannabes any kind of ideas here? I hate when Tuesdays come with so many questions. [Geek Stuff 4 U]

Grab the Ask a Ninja iPhone Game Now

Jason Chen — Fri, 01 May 2009 13:10:00 EDT

The very cool Ask a Ninja iPhone game called "I am Ninja" is out now, and you can grab it here.

The Ask a Ninja iPhone Game is Coming Soon

Jason Chen — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 16:20:00 EDT

Ask a Ninja is getting an iPhone game REAL soon. Are you excited? You should be, unless you're a pirate. More details soon. [Ask a Ninja]

Combat Xtreme Ninja Set!

Mark Wilson — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:30:00 EDT

Combat Xtreme Ninja Set!
Combat Xtreme Ninja Set!
Combat Xtreme Ninja Set!
$46 [Urban Junkie via Nerd Approved]

Ninja Tacks Make You Look Like Secret Shuriken-Throwing Master

Kit Eaton — Thu, 29 May 2008 07:37:00 EDT

This concept from designers Chromoly would be perfect if your boss is the pushy type, and you fancy unsettling them a bit: notice-board tacks shaped like Ninja throwing-stars. Just make sure you scream loudly and jam one in the wall near the door before they walk in, and voila: instant respect. Shame it's just a concept: I've been practicing my shout already. [Designboom]

Samurai Stormtroopers Hunt Down and Exterminate Ninja Jedis

matt buchanan — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 18:30:56 EST

If Star Wars took place in Japan and Jedis were ninjas, this is what Stormtroopers would hunt them down in during the Great Jedi Purge. They're obviously smarter than the average clone, too, since they're too dumb and clumsy to wield katana. Created by artist Yoshi Isao and on display at Gift Show 2008 in Tokyo, Giz Japan brings us this follow-up to his rendition of Darth Vader as Dark Lord of the Shogun. [Yoshitoku via Giz Japan]

Sleek R/C Ninja and Swarthy Pirate Fight it Out In Your Own Home

Charlie White — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 12:36:04 EST

First we showed you the remote control pirate ship, and now we introduce to you the pirate himself, in a vicious R/C battle against his ninja nemesis. Of course, since ninjas are superior to pirates in every way, this should be no contest. Jump to the next page to watch the video of the two inflatable warriors duking it out in a sumo-like confrontation, where the pirate looks appropriately drunk, and the ninja is nimble and swift, as usual. But the ninja just isn't invisible enough for our taste. Anyway, either watch the video or you'll just have to guess who wins in this epic video battle.

Obviously the ninja emerges victorious, as usual. Sorry, but we just lean toward ninjas. Want a rematch? Stage your own battles for $39.99. [Think Geek]

Metal Gear Solid 4 Figures Make Me Solid

Jason Chen — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 17:20:21 EDT

Are you wearing a protective exoskeletal suit that's independently mobile or are you happy to see these Metal Gear Solid 4 1/6 size figures? Because if you ask us, there's nothing more bad ass than going to work and finding Old Snake and/or non-pussy Raiden staring you in the face while you sip your first cup of coffee. Nothing except actually being Snake. Too bad these are about $180 each, but totally worth it for Sony to bundle these with every copy of the game since it's the one thing that's going to save their lagging PlayStation 3 sales. [Snake via Raiden via Toys R Evil]

Best. Stylus. Ever. (a.k.a. Ninjas > Pirates)

Jason Chen — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 16:20:13 EDT

The pirate over at Kotaku has just discovered what he's calling the "Best Damn Swag on the Planet," and we're calling "the best stylus ever." It's a stylus for Ninja Gaiden DS, but it's not just any stylus, it's a friggin sword. It even has a little sheath to stick it into! Can you imagine playing Pokemon with that thing? Or whipping it and using it as a stylus in your Windows Mobile phone? "Hey John, give me a sec to check my calendar with my fucking NINJA KATANA." And then you throw the stylus into his eye, officially ending your lunch meeting. [Kotaku]

Pirate App For iPhone Honors Talk Like a Dumbass Day

Jason Chen — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 12:28:56 EDT

Pirates are stupid. Ninjas are where it's at. But if you somehow have the misguided notion that pirates are cool, there's this iPhone pirate app that lets you take a picture of someone and make them into a pirate.

See how stupid that guy looks? Making him a pirate just makes him look stupider. If he were a ninja, you wouldn't need a hat, a mustache and a beard. You'd need a eraser, because ninjas are frickin' invisible. You know how today is talk like a pirate day? The other 364 days of the year are talk like a ninja day. And what do ninjas say? Nothing, because they don't need to. They just kill you silently. Know how those three pirate movies made so much money lately? Well, ninja movies make even more. You know why? Because they're in every single movie. You can't see them because they don't want you to. [Pirate]

Ninja Shuriken Clock with Nunchuck Hands

Jason Chen — Tue, 01 May 2007 21:15:01 EDT

Are you a bad enough dude to own this clock? Not everyone is capable of withstanding the eight-pointed shuriken frame, the Yin/Yang face, the nunchuck hands, the chopstick second hand, and the ninja figure that's incessantly kicking its invisible enemies in the face before winding up and kicking some more.

Just pony up an Andrew Jackson (who's not very awesome) and you'll get one of these. We bet if if there were Native American ninjas back then, they would have taken out Jackson with a well timed kick to the groin. *Guitar RIIIFF* – Jason Chen

Product Page [Dannabananas via Nerd Approved]

Ninja Star NYC Subway Map

Brian Lam — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 14:17:25 EDT

This four-pointed stainless steel ninja star is useful for added sting to punches when held in your fist. But can also be thrown at adversaries inflicting 1-3 HP of damage, and causing the status effect of "demoralizing defeat at hands of American ninja" ( -2 penalty to move or attack). The ninja can also use the map to escape from labrinth underground tunnels found in the large human and troll settlement of New York City. Available with etchings of London Tubes, and will fit in your wallet.

Useful for not looking like a tourist. Ninjas must stay to the shadows. –Brian Lam

Credit Card Underground Maps [Firebox]

Space Ninja Sneaks

johnb — Thu, 18 May 2006 17:15:58 EDT

When I was a kid, my Grandma made me a full ninja uniform complete with tabi boots. While I surely did look cool then, I can only imagine how I'd look now wearing these ninja-tastic sneaks from Asics.

These are actually made for astronauts. Yeah, you read correctly. Because standard sports shoes hurt in space—something about muscles and circulation—Asics designed a special pair that reduces strain. They're not available to us non-space ninjas, however.

Japan Space Sneakers Are Ultra-High Heels [SpaceDaily via TheCoolHunter]