SHAOLIN

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Affiliation: White/Imperial Army

Headquarters: Mount Song Shan

Lost Dragon: The Immoral Monk

Primary Weapon: Polearm

Secondary Weapon: Hands & Feet

Entry Requirement: Easy (Losing Self 6, male)

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The techniques of Shaolin have persisted across the ages, and one so determined could claim to find traces of their influence within almost any school of kung fu. Their forms are inspired by various beasts, birds, and insects. Shaolin strictly follows Buddhist principles, so only men are permitted to join, and all devotees must shave their heads bald. Shaolin focuses on kung fu as a means of protecting one's self and others from harm, rather than inflicting it. Mastery of Shaolin is no small task, perhaps requiring more devotion and discipline than any other school.

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Class Name: Louhan Monk

Role: Warrior

Weapon: Polearm

Luohan represents the spirit of Shaolin, never compromising to evil. These warriors have very few chi kung skills, but their mastery of polearms can cause confusion in opponents.

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Class Name: Exorcist Monk

Role: Chi Kung

Weapon: Bracer

Exorcists represent the Shaolin Temple's oldest techniques. Their chi kung techniques are focused on cleansing evil spirits, or banishing it from the body. Living opponents, deemed evil or corrupted, are similarly banished.

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Class Name: Diamond Monk

Role: Strategist

Weapon: Hands and Feet

Diamond represents a strong will and unbreakable mind. Because Diamond Monks are focused on support, their ability to inflict and withstand direct harm is limited. But their ability to enhance and heal allies makes them a valued soldier in group battles.

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Class Name: Deva Monk

Role: Holist

Weapon: Hands and Feet

Deva Monks are the repository of Shaolin's kung fu knowledge. They can learn almost every kung fu technique known to the Shaolin, except the polearm techniques. The Deva Monk has a long road ahead, with so many techniques to master. But once they do, they will be prepared for anything.

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