Snake Style Kung Fu

Snake Style Kung Fu seeks to tap into the Yin power of darkness, building up forces of negative Chi. The Snake Master will stand his ground in combat, swaying slowly from side to side, examining the opponent. When attacked, the response is to whip back or slump to the side. At the first sign of an opening, the master attacks with a single finger strike, channeling dark Chi into the enemy's body. This strike can leave the victim crippled, damaged or merely gasping for air. And a light stroke from the master can reverse all the damage.

Throughout Alcirya, there are less than fifty masters and students of Snake Style, each keeping their training secret. Entry into their dark studios requires a blood oath of loyalty. Betrayal is rewarded with a sentence of death.

Stance

Upright, feet at right angles and slightly apart, hands held over chest, one cupping the other with index fingers extended.

Level

Advanced

Years to Study

18

Dress

None, formal clothing preferred. However, Snake Masters tend to cultivate very long fingernails, up to 2 inches, especially on the index fingers.

Alignment Requirements

Any non-lawful and evil

Attribute Requirements

Wis., (14), Cha. (14)

Number of Attacks

1

Free Move

Dodge, Parry, Fingertip Attack (one), Palm Strike, Choke

Purchaseable Moves

Roll with Punch/Fall/Impact, Automatic Parry, Multiple Dodge, Combo Parry/Attack,Death Blow, Pull Punch, K.O./Stun, Critical

Allowed Powers

Up to 2 from Arts of Invisibility and Chi Mastery and up to 2 Zen Powers.

Recommended Skills

Language Ancient, Writing (Calligraphy), Spellcraft, Religion

Links to Moves

Martial Arts Kicks
Martial Arts Strikes
Martial Arts Movement
Martial Arts Evasions
Martial Arts Special Moves