Yamato world illustration - Japanese Mythology theme
Japanese Mythology

Yamato

S
Shinrai

A fantastical world heavily inspired by japanese mythology and the edo time period.


Author's Note: Complete custom world without any 5e Defaults. This is NOT a Dungeons and Dragons World. Atm there are: 12 custom races 9 custom classes (all are able to cast spells, physical classes as well as magical ones) over 100 playable characters over 200 custom cantrips and spells 114 custom items Currently planned: 2 more factions (merchant guild and artist guild of sorts) and adding the whole character roster to those factions. But I need to get a better grasp how Franz works in conjuntion with those systems atm, so I will refrain from putting all current characters into factions for the time being. Known issues: -"I can not start a campaign with a character I created myself." Possible workaround: Clone Yamato and add the character you want to play as in your workshop tab into the character list of Yamato. Then start a campaign from there and select the character. If the character has a class and race that is not present in Yamato, you should also copy it over and integrate it in the Yamato world in your workshop tab as well, including the spells you use. I do not know what causes this issue. But this is a non-d&d world with selfmade classes and selfmade races. If you try to play my world with a custom character from your own workshop with a class and race that is not present in Yamato, it might cause problems. There can also problems occure, when you starting a campaign NOT at a POI with a starting location (the star before the POI name signals where you should start without a problem), but just an area. - "In Fights Franz tells me that I can not eat any of the healing items like Onigiri.": should he complain, anwer him that the item is a Potion and should be treated like one and he will let you drink it. At least it worked for me this way when testing. A bit odd, but atm the only workaround. All graphics were made with Nightcafé. You are free to use my graphics, spell descriptions, races, items etc. in your own build worlds and campaigns.
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Benkei
Benkei
Level 3 Oni Oniro -
Benkei is a resilient and fiercely compassionate Oni warrior who defies societal prejudice, wielding his immense strength and unyielding determination to protect the vulnerable and uphold his own code of justice.
Details
RaceOni
ClassOniro
Level3
Alignment
PronounsHe/Him
Location5616, 1911
Skills
Acrobatics
Animal Handling
Arcana
Athletics
Deception
History
Insight
Intimidation
Investigation
Medicine
Nature
Perception
Performance
Persuasion
Religion
Sleight Of Hand
Stealth
Survival
Ispreparedcaster
Isspellcaster
Currencies
Ryō310
Mon300
Shu200
appearance
Benkei is a towering Oni with a rugged, muscular frame forged by years of brutal training. His slate-gray skin bears the marks of countless battles, with faint scars visible under his thick, unkempt black hair, which conceals the jagged remains of his severed horns. His glowing amber eyes smolder with fierce determination, and his stern face often carries a wry, half-smile. Clad in simple but sturdy armor adorned with Oni motifs, Benkei wields an immense two-handed kanabō that mirrors his indomitable spirit.
personality
Benkei’s gruff exterior belies a deep compassion for those in need. He is a stoic, pragmatic warrior with a sharp wit and a penchant for dry humor, often masking his pain with sarcastic remarks. Fiercely loyal and unyielding in his principles, he has little patience for injustice or cruelty. Though he harbors lingering insecurities about his past, Benkei channels his inner turmoil into an unwavering resolve to shield the innocent and prove that true strength lies not in horns, but in the heart and spirit.
backstory
As a young Oni, Benkei was kidnapped by poachers who sought to exploit the regenerative magic of Oni horns. Stripped of his horns and left scarred, he returned to his clan as an outcast, facing ridicule and discrimination for having no horns - considered a weakness in Oni society. Determined to defy the stigma, he devoted himself to grueling physical and martial training, transforming his perceived weakness into unparalleled strength. Now, Benkei dedicates his life to protecting the vulnerable, especially children, the downtrodden, and sacred creatures like the Kirin, ensuring none endure the suffering he once faced.
Stats
Strength
18
Dexterity
14
16
+2
Constitution
16
Intelligence
13
15
+2
Wisdom
15
Charisma
14
16
+2
Armor Class
18
23
+5
Max HP
40
Speed
30
34
+4

HP

40 / 40 HP

XP

900900 XP2,699
Level 3
Equipped Items
Spellbook
Aura of Bravery

Aura of Bravery

Level 1
Pathfinder’s Instinct

Pathfinder’s Instinct

Level 1
Sheltering Wind

Sheltering Wind

Level 1
Guiding Light

Guiding Light

Level 1
Dark Vision

Dark Vision

Level 1
Geomancy

Geomancy

Cantrip
Infernal Retaliation

Infernal Retaliation

Level 1
Whirlwind Strike

Whirlwind Strike

Level 1
Earthshaker

Earthshaker

Level 1
Danger Sense

Danger Sense

Cantrip
One with the Stone

One with the Stone

Cantrip
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