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Keith: /* The Monkey */

2023-12-21T17:37:24Z

The Monkey

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	==The Monkey==		==The Monkey==

	While the Kuei-~~j in~~ may have returned to the Middle Kingdom for a reason, the Monkey doesn't much care. It is a creature of the moment, its each new pleasure or distraction being the most important thing in its world. The Monkey is capable of concocting elaborate plans to achieve small or momentary goals, but it is in no way concerned with any overarching mission that the Kuei-jin might have. Indeed, the Monkey seeks, at every turn, to waylay the Cathayan from her appointed goal, to divert all of the vampire's attention and energy to lesser, transitory things.		While the Kuei-jin may have returned to the Middle Kingdom for a reason, the Monkey doesn't much care. It is a creature of the moment, its each new pleasure or distraction being the most important thing in its world. The Monkey is capable of concocting elaborate plans to achieve small or momentary goals, but it is in no way concerned with any overarching mission that the Kuei-jin might have. Indeed, the Monkey seeks, at every turn, to waylay the Cathayan from her appointed goal, to divert all of the vampire's attention and energy to lesser, transitory things.

	'''Conditions for Takeover: '''The Monkey can force a shadow nature roll if it sees a diversion that may distract the Kuei-j in from her appointed goal — hut only if that diversion is something that the Hun would normally be interested in pursuing in any case.		'''Conditions for Takeover: '''The Monkey can force a shadow nature roll if it sees a diversion that may distract the Kuei-j in from her appointed goal — hut only if that diversion is something that the Hun would normally be interested in pursuing in any case.

Keith: /* The Barbarian */

2022-07-11T05:39:17Z

The Barbarian

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	Introduced in Kindred of the East Core Rulebook		Introduced in Kindred of the East Core Rulebook

			==The Comprador==
			In the Victorian Age, the Comprador is easily confused with the Barbarian, but this Demon operates for quite different motivations. The Barbarian believes in the superiority of the foreign devils (or at least, that what it pretends). The Comprador simply works for whoever pays; Kin-jin, rival courts, akuma, shapeshifter... anyone.

			It abandons Dharma and the Mandates of Heaven and Hell to seek its own profit in jade, mortal coin or other sorts of wealth and power. The Comprador asks the Hun: “Why strive for a distant, elusive and probably mythical enlightenment? Get what you can, while you have the chance!” Beyond mere wealth, such a Demon tempts the character with the prospect of rising above her station. All she has to do is renounce virtue and tradition and sell out. A Cathayan afflicted with a Comprador may revive from shadow soul to discover she’s made deals and commitments with the most appalling people… who still expect the Kuei-jin to keep her side of the bargain.

			'''Conditions for Takeover: '''The Comprador can force a shadow nature roll whenever the character feels particularly unappreciated or unrewarded for his efforts, or in the face of great opportunities for profit (if the character will only betray his ideals and allies). The Comprador may also rouse when following one’s Dharma seems particularly arduous or confusing.

	==The Deceiver==		==The Deceiver==

Keith: /* The Ancient */

2022-07-11T05:35:51Z

The Ancient

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	Introduced in Sunset Empires		Introduced in Sunset Empires

	~~==The Ancient==~~

	~~'''Conditions for Takeover: '''~~

	~~Introduced in Blood and Silk~~

	==The Artist==		==The Artist==

Keith: /* The Sage */

2022-07-11T05:35:34Z

The Sage

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	Introduced in Kindred of the East Core Rulebook		Introduced in Kindred of the East Core Rulebook

	~~==The Sage==~~

	~~'''Conditions for Takeover: '''~~

	~~Introduced in Blood and Silk~~

	==The Samurai==		==The Samurai==

Keith: /* The Slave */

2022-07-11T05:34:42Z

The Slave

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	==The Slave==		==The Slave==
			The Slave has no trust for the Kuei-jin's judgment, which it seeks to undermine at every turn. Whenever possible, the Slave does its best to place the Kuei-jin under the control of another. This course is for the best, obviously, as the Slave knows that the Kuei-jin is incapable of doing anything properly himself. Therefore, it questions every decision the Hun makes and seizes every opportunity to force the Kuei-jin to submit. Not surprisingly, once the P'o succeeds in enthralling the Hun, the Slave immediately starts to bemoan its fate and urges the Hun to escape, to seek another "master" to guide it through existence. Ultimately, the Slave seeks to serve the Yama Kings, and Cathayans with a strong Slave Archetype often become ''akuma''.

	'''Conditions for Takeover: '''		'''Conditions for Takeover: '''Ironic as it may seem, the Slave can force a shadow nature roll whenever the Kuei-jin is in the presence of someone who appears older, stronger or wiser. The Slave may also make attempt to take over whenever one of the Hun's decisions goes disastrously wrong.

	Introduced in Kindred of the East Core Rulebook		Introduced in Kindred of the East Core Rulebook

Keith: /* The Monkey */

2022-07-11T05:30:35Z

The Monkey

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	==The Monkey==		==The Monkey==
	THE MomcE*
	While the Kuei-j in may have returned to the Middle Kingdom for a reason, the Monkey doesn't much care. It is a creature of the moment, its each new pleasure or distraction being the most important thing in its world. The Monkey is capable of concocting elaborate plans to achieve small or momentary goals, but it is in no way concerned with any overarching mission that the Kuei-jin might have. Indeed, the Monkey seeks, at every turn, to waylay the Cathayan from her appointed goal, to divert all of the vampire's attention and energy to lesser, transitory things.		While the Kuei-j in may have returned to the Middle Kingdom for a reason, the Monkey doesn't much care. It is a creature of the moment, its each new pleasure or distraction being the most important thing in its world. The Monkey is capable of concocting elaborate plans to achieve small or momentary goals, but it is in no way concerned with any overarching mission that the Kuei-jin might have. Indeed, the Monkey seeks, at every turn, to waylay the Cathayan from her appointed goal, to divert all of the vampire's attention and energy to lesser, transitory things.

	'''Conditions for Takeover: '''The Monkey can force a shadow nature roll if it sees a diversion that may distract the Kuei-j in from her appointed goal — hut only if that diversion is something that the Hun would normally be interested in pursuing in any case.		'''Conditions for Takeover: '''The Monkey can force a shadow nature roll if it sees a diversion that may distract the Kuei-j in from her appointed goal — hut only if that diversion is something that the Hun would normally be interested in pursuing in any case.

Keith: /* The Monkey */

2022-07-11T05:28:57Z

The Monkey

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	==The Monkey==		==The Monkey==
			THE MomcE*
	'''Conditions for Takeover: '''		While the Kuei-j in may have returned to the Middle Kingdom for a reason, the Monkey doesn't much care. It is a creature of the moment, its each new pleasure or distraction being the most important thing in its world. The Monkey is capable of concocting elaborate plans to achieve small or momentary goals, but it is in no way concerned with any overarching mission that the Kuei-jin might have. Indeed, the Monkey seeks, at every turn, to waylay the Cathayan from her appointed goal, to divert all of the vampire's attention and energy to lesser, transitory things.
			'''Conditions for Takeover: '''The Monkey can force a shadow nature roll if it sees a diversion that may distract the Kuei-j in from her appointed goal — hut only if that diversion is something that the Hun would normally be interested in pursuing in any case.

	Introduced in Kindred of the East Core Rulebook		Introduced in Kindred of the East Core Rulebook

Keith: /* The Legalist */

2022-07-11T05:27:22Z

The Legalist

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	==The Legalist==		==The Legalist==
			The Legalist P'o has no tolerance for deviation from the celestially ordained order of things. There is no room for interpretation or improvisation in this P'o's world; everything has a specific role to play, from which it cannot deviate. Any action the Kuei-jin takes that contradicts this divine order — whether speaking familiarly to one higher in rank or taking insubordination from an inferior — causes the Legalist to fly into a rage until the "insult" has been set aright. Of course, only the P'o can decide what constitutes appropriate atonement, either by the Kuei-jin or another. As such, a particularly sadistic;, Legalist P'o can keep its other half jumping through very formal hoops for days (or even longer).

	'''Conditions for Takeover: '''		'''Conditions for Takeover: '''A Legalist P'o may force a shadow nature roll any time the Cathayan is shown disrespect by an inferior, with die P'o being the one to define what exactly constitutes an "inferior." Conversely, the P'o can also attempt to take over if the Kuei-jin herself is disrespectful or oversteps her bounds.

	Introduced in Kindred of the East Core Rulebook		Introduced in Kindred of the East Core Rulebook

Keith: /* The Fool */

2022-07-11T05:25:34Z

The Fool

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	==The Fool==		==The Fool==
			A Hun afflicted with a Fool is in for a frustrating unlife>as its P'o begs for explanations of even the simplest or most self-evident action. Furthermore, the Fool is incapable of long-term or pre-planned action, and sees no virtue in either. As such, it works as hard as it can (it does get distracted easily) to get the Kuei-jin to take the easy, simple way, and to avoid unnecessary (read: any) complications. A Fool P'o is never silent, and its incessant prattling can drive even the most self-controlled Hun to distraction.

	'''Conditions for Takeover: '''		'''Conditions for Takeover: '''The Fool can force a shadow nature roll whenever the Hun finds itself at a loss for words or actions. Whenever the Kuei-jin becomes confused, the Fool is always ready, able and willing to make the situation worse.

	Introduced in Kindred of the East Core Rulebook		Introduced in Kindred of the East Core Rulebook

Keith: /* The Samurai */

2022-07-11T05:24:13Z

The Samurai

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	==The Samurai==		==The Samurai==
			The name is Japanese, but any Cathayan can suffer from a Samurai Demon. The Samurai obsesses on respect and glory. Any hint of shame or disrespect whips the Samurai into murderous rage. It demands the Hun seek satisfaction for insults, and it sees insults everywhere. Unlike the Legalist, which it resembles at times, the Samurai does not actually care for decorum and procedure, only that others bow and scrape and flatter it.

	'''Conditions for Takeover: '''		'''Conditions for Takeover: '''The Samurai can force a
			shadow nature roll when the character suffers embarrassment or humiliation; or conversely, when the character receives great praise.

	Introduced in Sunset Empires		Introduced in Sunset Empires
	==
	The Slave==		==The Slave==

	'''Conditions for Takeover: '''		'''Conditions for Takeover: '''