Editing Tengu (section)

==Mists of Akuma==
In the [[Mists of Akuma]] setting, tengu are a race of mountain-dwelling humanoid avians noted for their remarkable tenacity, which sadly tends to come across as obnoxious or threatening to many, especially since the tengu generally don't give a shit about what anyone else thinks of them. The rise of yai sovereigns and [[oni]] warlords in their mountain homes has forced the race into exodus, causing a diaspora that has scattered them into lone individuals and small flocks that can be found all across the lowlands, often pursuing a semi-nomadic lifestyle. Only one of the original tengu settlements survives; Su-Yosai, the last haven of the original tengu culture, and a palce that issues a spiritual calling to all the dispossessed members of the race.

The tengus' lack of size is made up for with wisdom and exceptional agility, making them a formidable force to be reckoned with. Their fine senses give the bird folk an awareness that notices details and tells of a foe that most would miss and allow them to excel even in situations of extreme adversity. These talents complement those of duelists and thieves, leading many to pursue those paths and creating an untrustworthy perception of the avians.

All tengu are clad in a thick covering of feathers which range in color from jet black to ashy gray, their eyes shades of yellows and red with the occasional chestnut gaze. Their oily plumage make the avians better able to resist the cold winds of the mountains but are easily flammable, exemplified in the instinctive aversion to fire that most of the bird folk have. They offer no protection against weapons however, and thus many tengu wear armor if they are to enter combat even though it often restricts their flight.

Each tengu’s arms are lined with a number of large feathers that form wings before ending in talons, giving them the power to take to the skies while still permitting the tengu to dexterously handle objects with their hand-like appendages—these are primarily built for gripping and are used for self-defense only as a last resort. While tengu can theoretically fly anywhere they like their wings are designed for short distance excursions and travel by foot is generally quicker than taking to the air.

::Ability Score Increase: +2 Dexterity, +1 WIsdom
::Size: Small
::Speed 25 feet
::Wing-Arms: You have a Fly speed of 15 feet, but can only fly if you have both hands free and are carrying no more than half your carrying capacity.
::Natural Entertainer: You are Proficient with Performance and Sleight of Hand.
::Oiled Plumage: You are Resistant to Cold damage, but Vulnerable to Fire damage.

[[Category: Mists of Akuma]]