Many ninja obscure their appearances with masks and full-body coverings, though several do not do this. Although they are more likely to ambush opponents, ninja have taken part in open combat in certain instances, with experienced members having the strength and skill to hold their own in such brawls. Unlike traditional samurai, ninja frequently rely on stealth and surprise to take out their targets and use a much greater variety of weapons and tools.
In contrast, ninja who are opposed to powerful groups, such as Raizo and Shinobu in the Kozuki Family, are often sent on infiltration missions to obtain secret information from enemy groups or liberate imprisoned allies. For powerful groups, ninja mainly serve as guards who take down enemies and intruders. Ninja are typically servants to powerful groups in Wano, with the most prominent group, the Oniwabanshu, having served Wano's shogunate.
