After training his entire life the day had finally approached: Choi Minho would discard his own self and carry on his family´s tradition. The final test to truly becoming a ninja had to be taken.

Ever since he was little he had been taught how to survive and make himself unnoticed from others. Now at the age of 18 he could be regarded as one of korea's best disciples in these arts. But he had to if he wanted to join his two brothers who had set out last year to travel south to learn the ways of fighting with a katana.

He missed them dearly. One of the principles of his clan was working in teams so when they had left he had not only lost his brothers but comrades and friends with whom he had practiced.

Nevertheless he was determined and had spent the last 12 months perfecting his earth techniques (his brothers had chosen fire and wood before) and felt ready and prepared.

(15.3.2010)