I read some time back on a website called the Illuminated Lantern that the ninja of old had never carried out a successful assasination. The sight did not say that they were not extremely deadly, just that they were better in open combat, working as spies, and creating a panic in the enemy's camp. I am not wanting a dabate on the matters of today, but I do want everyone's opinion on their claims. All clean opinions are welcomed and encouraged.