As his power grew, so did his circle of followers, but he knew that without the box, his technique would never be perfect. His bitterness turned to ambition, and he began to train others in the style of the shadows. Humiliated, the young ninja wandered for years. He expected praise and recognition in his moment of victory, but somehow the master knew Zed had used forbidden ways, and banished him. Now armed with a secret edge, he challenged Shen, and this time he defeated the master's son. In an instant, shadows touched his mind, revealing techniques that had long been hidden. Sensing the dark knowledge within, Zed knew he should not open it, but he peered inside nonetheless. The young ninja ventured into a sealed part of the clan's temple, where he found an ornate, foreboding box. Frustrated and jealous, he sought an advantage. It seemed Zed could never win the favor of the master, as every match between the rivals ended in a draw. Only one other student appeared to be Zed's equal - the master's son, Shen. Zed now offers power to those who embrace knowledge of the shadows, and slays those who cling to ignorance.Īn orphan, Zed was taken in and trained by a great ninja master. He defied his clan and master, casting off the balance and discipline that had shackled him all his life. Zed is the first ninja in 200 years to unlock the ancient, forbidden ways.
