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Sub-race · Youkai

Raijin

Size
Medium

Rules reference

Character creation

Raijin 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

Raijin are an exceptionally rare subrace of Youkai, embodying the very essence of lightning crystallized into sentient form. Their bodies are conduits of electrical energy, with vibrant arcs of lightning coursing through and emanating around them, granting them an electrifying presence that is both mesmerizing and formidable. Possessing incredible speed and agility, Raijin can catch and consume lightning, harnessing its raw power to fuel their abilities and enhance their combat prowess. This mastery over electrical energy not only makes them swift and lethal on the battlefield but also allows them to manipulate their surroundings with bursts of lightning-infused magic. Due to the intense energy that flows through and around them, Raijin often feel uncomfortable amidst the energetic fields of their own kind, which compels them to lead solitary lives.

Historically, Raijin have traversed the farthest and most remote reaches of Lyr, their nomadic lifestyles a testament to their independence and relentless pursuit of personal goals. On the battlefield, Raijin excel as lone warriors or as leaders of small, focused units, utilizing their incredible energy to wipe out enemies in single combat. Their unique abilities allow them to absorb lightning, rendering them impervious to such assaults, and to imbue their weapons with crackling electricity, transforming them into fearsome instruments of battle. This dual mastery not only enhances their offensive capabilities but also instills fear in their adversaries. While typically solitary, Raijin can bring tactical advantages to an adventuring party, wreathing their weapons in electricity for a powerful frontal assault. Players who thrive as lone wolves and enjoy infusing weapons with power, will find playing a Raijin immensely rewarding. Additionally, those who aspire to lead or prefer to follow their own desires without hesitation will resonate with the Raijin's independent and dynamic nature, making them captivating and influential allies.

Raijin

Lineage features

Abilities

Inherited from Youkai

Primary-race abilities

0 APVariable MP
RangeSelf
Keywords

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

1 RP
RangeSelf
Keywords

You gain Consume Lightning, which gives you Damage Reduction 100 Lightning for the triggering damage. If you reduce damage in any way from this ability and the cause of this damage is not you or from an effect caused by you, you gain Lightning Boost. Lightning Boost grants a damage bonus on your next Lightning Elemental Attack equal to the attacker’s power. This damage bonus is doubled on heavy attacks.

Any on hit effects from the damage do not apply if you took 0 damage from it because of your DR.

Requirements

You are about to take Lightning damage

No listed cost

You start with the Flash Star Blade Style class unlocked and at level 1.