Antony Cummins has a degree in Ancient History and Archaeology and a masters in Archaeology. He is the founder of the Historical Ninjutsu Research Team. He has appeared in the documentaries Ninja Shadow Warriors, Samurai Head Hunters, Samurai Warrior Queens, and Ancient Black Ops. He is the author of 10 books, including Book of Ninja, Samurai War Stories, and The Illustrated Guide to Viking Martial Arts.