NPC Subpaths.
Chung ryong NPC Warrior Subpath.
A Chung ryong is self aware, a master of ones own self and the chosen warriors of the mighty Blue Dragon whom lends us his great strength.
Each Chung ryong is unique, for our primary goal is to understand our own nature and our place in the world. Whether a path-walker is what many would term as "good" or "evil" it does not matter, for so long as the warrior understands him or herself enough, the Chung ryong will grant them a place as a follower of his art. To the Chung ryong there is no greater thing than reflection, our skills and talents vary from path-walker to path-walker, as each of us fosters our own abilities and holds no greater belief than their lives are what they make forthemselves.
The Chung ryong himself is the most powerful of the Totem gods in terms of strength, however his constant watch over those he cares so much of, the warriors of the land sometimes causes his vigilance to wane in relation to other matters. Thus his greatest ally is the Hyun moo, who's wisdom and power within the healing arts is second to none, together these two forge a team of incredible power, just as their favored paths, the warriors and the poets are as one.
The nature of a Chung ryong is so different from one path-walker to another that their connection with other paths can not be listed. As each Chung ryong holds his own morals and those with more devious ambitions may find themselves allied with the likes of the Spies or the Shaman, while others who walk in the light may find themselves fighting side by side with the Chongun at the head of battles. The only path all Chung ryong have in common with is the Merchant, for he supplies goods to all, regardless of their alignment.
Those who seek the favor of the Chung ryong are strong souled individuals, for their owns skills and belief in themselves is what endears them to the totem. For better or for worse, a Chung ryong is a warrior who's ability grows as they do, who's virtues guide their way through their lives.
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NPC rogue subpath
The most cunning of the totems.
Prowling through the aethers upon a bed of worship. You too have chosen to furnish this bed. The Baekho is a unique totem to master. The white tiger is a proud teacher; who bestows the arts of trickery and predatory instinct upon all who dare tame him.
The tiger is in general a solitary animal, but he does not ask that each of his followers be the same. No, only that they chose their partners wisely; as he would. The wisdom of the Baekho is unmatched.. knowing the world, his surroundings, his prey. He is powerful, yet stresses the use of finesse and intelligence to contain this power. A Baekho master may be of any alignment.. be it good, evil, or what have you.
An evil master may find reason in the tiger's lust for the chase; its custom to attack without mercy. A good soul could find solace in the silent poise and wisdom with which the Baekho holds itself. The tiger cannot make a person, only shape their lives to the path of a sly tiger.And that is what each Baekho shall become; a sly tiger within themselves. Calling always the mind and power of their mastered animal so that they shall one day possess his cunning and intelligence.
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Ju jak Mage NPC Subpath
The Ju jak is Chaos and Mystery, the breaking of patterns, the atrophy or all things, the scattering of Truth and Knowledge, the nemisis of Order and Law, natural or man-made. The Ju jak is a solitary creature. The great power of our Magic make it unneccesary to ally ourselves with others, tho we sometimes do. Our natural abhorance to rules and authority make an organized Subpath Hiearchy impossible. We seek personal Power, Wealth and Knowledge. We recongnize our fellow Ju jak walkers but only aid each other if it is in our own self-interest. The Ju jak is a free agent, spreading
turbulence, while empowering himself. Our only allegiance is to the Phoenix, who rewards us with spells suited to our needs. Only a very
few secrets are given us, but their power is immense. They provide a means self-preservation and the destruction or the Natural Order. The Beasts of the Mythic Realm are our enemies, and we slay them to absorb their power unto ourselves. Hunting for Wealth and Power are our mainpursuits.
In the Yin and Yang of the Universe, we are the Destructors, making us natural enemies of Nature lovers like the Druids and Geomancers. Dos and Merchants, builders of Civilization, Trade and Orderly Government are anathema to the Ju jak. We feel some kindred with the secretive Spies, the anti-social Barbarians and the dark Shamans. We have respect for the power of the devout Monks. We are neutral to the Muses, Chongun, and Shadows. We fear not the Diviners, for even their Oracular Vision cannot divine the purposes of the Ju jak. Our movements and motives are well hidden by the Veil of the Secrets.
To join the Ju jak requires no obeisance to a mortal ELder. A difficult trial of strength, wealth and karma must be completed before the secrets of the Ju jak are revealed. Once initiated, the Ju jak walker must only show his devotion by adhering to the tenets of the Path. Destruction, Chaos, Disorder, Disharmony, Secrets and Mystery, Dynamic Power and uncontrolable Energy best define this path. We recognize no Mortal authority over us.
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NPC Poet Subpath
If you have felt the call to heal and help others then you have felt the call of Hyun moo. We follow the desire to help others and our compassionate Hyun moo has made a pact with the Mighty Chung ryong, which we have pledged to help in any way possible. However, humility and faith is what keeps Hyun moo strong in those of us that have heeded the call and become one of his disciples. We are not a path of power but one of humility. If you seek power and wealth, this path is not for you. Humble yourself and you might find that Hyun moo does have power to bless you with. But this power is not the power that others seek.
This is a power used to help others and to preserve yourself so that you may go on to assist others in their endeavors. May Hyun moo guide and bless you in all your adventures.
