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Sub-race · Youkai

Kitsune

Size
Medium

Rules reference

Character creation

Kitsune uses the core creation benefits of Youkai; its unique traits are listed in full below.

Attributes

You gain +1 in Focus and +1 in Presence.

Proficiencies

You can speak, read and write Kiraran, as well as Common.

Skills

You gain +5 skill points in either Insight, Intimidation, Magic, Medicine, Negotiation

Identity & lore

Lineage overview

Kitsune are the most prevalent subrace of Youkai, enchanting the world with their graceful presence. Manifesting as graceful fox spirits adorned with multiple tails, each tail symbolizes their age, wisdom, and magical prowess. Renowned for their mastery of illusions and arcane arts, Kitsune seamlessly blend deception and enchantment, making them formidable sorcerers and cunning tricksters. As the first Youkai to unite and establish a cohesive society, Kitsune laid the foundational stone for Youkai civilization on the mist-shrouded Kiraran Isles, a region rich in magical energy that perfectly complements their innate abilities. The capital city of Al Hazard, founded by the enigmatic Kitsune Grandmaster Zathegi—whose true form and gender remain shrouded in mystery—stands as a testament to their ingenuity and enigma. Al Hazard, one of the oldest surviving cities in all of Lyr, continues to thrive as a beacon of Kitsune culture and magical excellence. 

Playing a Kitsune means embracing a character steeped in tradition, mystique, and an unwavering appreciation for beauty and art. With a natural affinity for illusion and magic that can shape both perception and reality, Kitsune seamlessly integrate their artistic talents into their magical practices, making them exceptional artisans. In Kitsune society, those who create or embody beauty are held in the highest reverence, fostering a culture that celebrates artistic expression and craftsmanship. Kitsune characters excel in roles that require a flair for the dramatic, whether as spellcasters, diplomats, spies, or master artisans. Their rich cultural heritage offers deep narrative potential, allowing players to explore themes of identity, legacy, and creativeness. Despite their magical and artistic talents, Kitsune are often viewed with suspicion by others, remnants of which persist in societal prejudices and mistrust outside Kirara. This dynamic provides ample opportunities for character development, as Kitsune navigate their place in a world that both reveres and fears their magical and artistic heritage. Kitsune bring a unique blend of charm, intelligence, magical versatility, and artistic prowess to an adventuring party, making them captivating and influential allies.

Kitsune

Lineage features

Abilities

Inherited from Youkai

Primary-race abilities

0 APVariable MP
RangeSelf
Keywords
Rage

If you paid mana for this ability, you gain Temporary HP equal to 8X. Any Temporary HP from this ability remaining after the encounter conclusion phase is turned back into mana at a ratio of 8 Temporary HP to 1 mana.

You may instead pay HP for this ability. If you do, you gain 1 Temporary Mana for every 8 HP you spend. You cannot spend more HP than you currently have. Any Temporary mana is lost at the encounter conclusion phase.

You may spend a maximum of 3 mana or 24 HP on this ability.

Once you use this ability, you may not use it again until after an encounter conclusion phase.

Sub-race

Unique abilities

No listed cost
As long as there is a source of weak light (even a weak moon) you do not suffer penalties to your vision due to darkness up to 120ft.
2 RP
RangeSelf
Keywords
CounterIllusion

When the enemy attacks you in melee, they instead attack an illusionary clone, missing you. You may then immediately attack the enemy with a basic Light Melee Attack. You may then move up to 5ft in any direction and this movement does not provoke attacks of opportunity.

Requirements

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