Lore: Rakshasa
This lore deals with the Rakshasa, their legendary powers and weaknesses.
Possessed By: Archeologists, Hindu Priests, Indologist, Occult Scholars, and Thuggee Cultists
Possible Specializations: Origins, Powers, Weaknesses
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You know that the Rhakshasa are evil beings that are seem to be tiger/man demons. They prefer to dine on human flesh. The truly perceptive might notice that their hands are turned opposite of humanities. They have multiple magic powers that include illusion and mind magic. Whatever other powers they have are unclear to you. At this stage you know enough to be afraid. Not as afraid as you should be.
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You know that Rhakshasa are patrons of utter chaos and disruption. You know that they are outer beings, not native to the prime material, and only come here when summoned by foolish mages or sorcerers. Rhakshasa are beings of darkness and misdirection. Most Rhakshasa work alone, other than those who have begun to spawn, they will keep their children with them for up to a hundred years. You are still not as afraid as you should be.
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You know that the Rhakshasa are powerful allies of the Titans and less human friendly members of the Outer Realms. You know that only a profound human sacrifice will bring them to earth, and that any will worker who keeps one in his or her employ must keep them fed, or they will turn on their master and all around him. You have heard that the Agni have power to weaken the Rhakshasa, and that there is lore about how to kill one. You now know that their natural form changes as they age and gain power, growing multiple heads and arms. Elder Rhakshasa have the ability to move invisibly. You also know that they derive power from eating their victims while alive, and that this is the preferred method of conspicuous consumption.
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Rig Veda - Mandala 10 - Hymn 87
http://www.sanskritweb.net/rigveda/griffith-p.pdf <Check this Out!!!>
