This is a friendly and stealthy game of deception and word attack. played between friends, in groups via any form of written message. The idea is to start a round with a haiku message (via written message, text, email, or some form of communication note) to a friend or group of friends. They must be vigilant and observant, for if they don't reply in haiku format they have been ninja'd and receive their honorable haiku death. It is a simple and fun way to pass some time and have fun, sneaky fun, with friends. Variations can include: Tanka Ninja, Renku Ninja, Sonnet Ninja. When all is said and done, the group and put together their Haiku Ninja! poetry string and enjoy the story as it unfolds in verse. —description from the designer