Yeah. I was going to edit my post once I saw yours PKMN but then decided it didn't need it.

I must sleep now which I regret because I did have an idea for something to happen but have now decided to push it back anyhow. 

So ninja you have control of Suki if you wish to move on at any stage. Mostly she will be supporting and attacking. She will monitor everyone's health, and basically force a health potion down someone's throat if she seems it necessary or use a healing crystal.