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9 hours ago, Exubae said:

I've got a section on prevalent Hsunchen + throw backs* in the campaign area that is due in the next release + the Teshnos book details other tiger shapeshifters.

*'spontaneous' Hsunchen like humans among the normal population.

So I can fin this in Teshos ( Picture Kang Mi Na from  KDrama Mama Fairy and the Woodcutter)http://www.koreandrama.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Mama-Fairy-and-the-Woodcutter-Poster8.jpghttp://www.koreandrama.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Mama-Fairy-and-the-Woodcutter-Poster8.jpg

                 Looking forward to the finished project.

 But a couple of questions   While I know Kralori is not China or any other Asian country but

   Shape changer are common in Asian folktales so are we going to see any Fox Women( And Fox Men) or maybe some different types of Hsuchen like Magpies , Butterflies, Tigers etc?

I seen the Dragon Carp,any chance for a Dragon Snake? Like a White and Green one?

Getting killed in Comics and other Super powered media is rare. But in Superworld its fairly easy for a villain or hero to end up dead , even when no one is trying to kill anyone.

 So here is a rule change im presently experimenting with in the current game Im running to prevent death being common .

 when some one reach zero hit points they are now dying( but not dead yet) and unconscious . Death does not occur till they reach their CON in negative hit points .

 When dying they must make a CON or POWER roll x5 minus how many hit points below zero they are or they lose another hit point . If they crit their roll they stabilize and no longer need to roll to not lose hit points  . If they fumble they lose 2 hit points . If they have purchased luck they can of course add it to their roll.

  Example MightyMan is hit hard and is now at -3 hitpoints . He has a Con of 15 and 12 power so he choose to roll on his CON .  His 15 con minus the 3 hitpoints he is negative give a 12 x5 or a 60 percent chance of not losing a hit point .

I do own agony and ecstasy . But unless I missed something nothing on using Mysticism

 I played Superworld and like the system. And am going to be starting a new campaign as soon as lockdown is lifted here.

 And it does not break down but the main problem is that in Superworld  hero's are not as powerful as in other systems. 4 thugs with assault rifles can be a threat to 4 hero's 

 Also powers are not balanced . Mental powers can be extremely powerful as Most people will have zero defense .

 If you want to play the Green Arrow , or Blade or Netflix Defenders , Superworld is great. If you want to play the Avengers , look for a different game.

 What to people think of the Idea of running a Classic Runequest  Sorcerer as a Mastermind Villain in a Superworld game? I feel one would be versatile in what he/she could do, but would not be very combat oriented ( Thats what minions are for) But Im not going to even try to point out the cost though.

I really like the rules on Mysticism . And I also like Superhero role playing.

 Has anyone have idea on how to use Mysticism in a SuperWorld type game to represent a Martial artist in a reasonable way?

 I have always liked the Mysticism in Mythras and am also a big fan of Chinese Wushu dramas which I think Mysticism would be a good fit for.. Has any ever thought of doing a Wushu adventure or  supplementfor Mythras ?

Have my copy of Lors of the middle sea in the garage some place.

All I can say is Im looking foreward to raiding a sunken library or action on one of the floating cities.

1 hour ago, seneschal said:

I like your write-up.  You made fox spirits dangerous but not ridiculously overpowered.  You might want to double-check the formatting to improve your entry's clarity.

I have to wonder, with all the large predators available why did certain cultures in Asia and North America decide that a Chihuahua-sized canine was the critter to be afraid of?  Sure, they're fast, agile, sneaky, and adept at snatchIng chickens and pets -- but so is a coyote, and foxes don't hunt in packs.  What made the fox the creature to fear?

On the other hand ... 

 

 Thanks for the reply. Might point out Nine tailed fox are not a creature of fear in China as a physical threat.. But are some times feared as a threat to the sanctity of the family. In China even today  to call a woman a white fox or a nine tailed fox is to say she is an adulteress or a Mistress.

 Shape shifting animals are very common is Asian folklore and perhaps the most common are Foxes

  Japan has its Kitsune while in China its the Huli Jiang and in Korea its the Guhmiho .

 While the difference between the Kitusune and Huli Jiang is mostly Cultural as the Kitsune is often depicted as a loner and  mischievous seducer or a loyal wife while the Hul Jiang often belong to families and clans and family honor is important to many , The "good" Huli Jiang often falls in love with the hero and sacrifice her life for him  while the evil one tries to eat the hero. The Huli Jiang is often a very competent sorcerer and a good  martial artist 

As others have put out Figures for the Kitsune and Foxwoman I will not do so .. There are male Kitsune and Huli Jiang and the main difference seems to be the male spend more time at sword practice. A Hul Jiang clan leader  with with 90+ swords skill backed up by what ever magic system your game uses might not be some one you want to be mad at you. Just tell him your intention towards his little sister are pure and you will marry her as soon as time permits.

 NOw for the Guhmiho( Or Kumiho)

   Now Like many creatures of Folklore there are many folktale and many do not agree with others on habits power level etc. I am going to basing the Guhmiho on the following Korean shows . First is "Grudge, the Fox Child" , .Next is "Nine tailed fox:Forbidden Love" and last is "My girlfriend is a nine tailed fox"

    T he first thing is that unlike the Kitsune or Huli Jiang , The Guhmiho tends to be hostile to humans . They will slay a lone human caught trespassing on their territory with out any hesitation . To a powerful group or in a place where its dangerous to strike  they will  try to hide their nature and wait for an opportunity to strike a lone person. They are said to eat human liver , some saying they need to eat a human liver to survive( Some tales  say once a month, other say once a century) , other say they just like the taste.They are also notorious  grave robbers which where they often get their livers from the recently dead . Strangely they are devoted to their family. If a human marries a Gumiho they are safe from their depredations and will be a devoted spouse. And they are devoted and loving parents to their children even if the child is half human . Woe to the person who hurts their child as they will go to the ends of the earth for vengeance . But the person who rescue or save their child they will also remember and future encounters will be friendly and the Gumiho might even help as long as her/his identity will not be exposed.

Human/Hybrid form

 haractteristics                            average

 STR 3d6+8.                                  18-19

CON 2d6+6(12)                            13(16-17)        

SIZ   2d6+6                                  13

INT 2d6+6                                    13

POW 2D6+3                                 10

DEX 2d6+6                                   13                                

CHA 2d6+8                                 15

Fox form

STR 2d6+6                                 13

CON 2d6+6(12)                        13(16-17)

SIZ 1d4+1                                 3-4

INT 2D6+6                                 13

Pow 2d6+3                               10

DEX 4d6+6                               20

Cha 2d6+8                               15

MAGIC

Gumihos are not known to cast spells of any type. whether its because no one will teach them or they are incapable is not known .But they have some innate magical abilities.The first and most important is their Fox pill . The Gumiho keep their fox spill in their stomach but can retrieve it in one round if need be and loan it to some one if they like  ..The first thing a fox pill does  does  is it   adds+6 to the con of who ever possess it.( Note the +6(+12) on the Gumiho Con is with/ without Fox pill)  T he second is it allows the person who has it to heal one point of damage each hour . There is no way known to force a Gumiho to give up their fox pill involuntary . They have to agree to it and will only do so for desperate situations Like a Mother giving her Fox pill to her badly injured half human daughter( Who was not mature enough to have her own pill) to save her lifeAnother magic ability for Gumihos is they are a great source for magical ingredients.. If you bah your skin in Gumiho blood it takes years off your appearance. A Gumiho leg bone can be used to make a magic want and if you add the Gumiho tail as a tassel to a magic wand it increase its power . And a Gumiho liver is a wonder medicine able to cure many ailments. Gumiho know this and perhaps one reason Gumiho are hostile to human is they are not fond of being hunted for magical ingredients 

 Skills. A Gumiho skill choices are similar to a human .. In Joseon Korea weapons where strictly controlled so chances of a Gumiho ever touching a sword or spear are low . But they are able to form claws that do 1d6  plus damage bonus and learn  martial arts. in other society they may vry

Dodge 80% Martial arts 60% , claw 65% spot 80% listen 80% hide 75% Knowledge skill herbs 70%

20 hours ago, seneschal said:

Did you ever attempt a gumiho write-up?  According to the Wikipedia entry for "My Girlfriend Is A Gumiho," the title character possesses superhuman strength, exceptional running and leaping ability, and an incredibly keen sense of smell.  So ... maybe the powers of Marvel Comics' Kraven the Hunter?  I suppose it is a matter of how super each super ability is. The description fits Tarzan of the Apes as well as the 1977 TV version of the Hulk.  Can our furry femme fatale slap 5-7 goons around, or can she bench-press an SUV?  It is one thing to leap over an 8-foot garden wall but another to jump to the roof of the local Best Western Inn.

  I would probably used Forbidden Love for my Gumiho if I wrote one up as there more information there.. There  its mention that Gumiho are twice as strong as comparable human . And Female lead can leap on top of a Church and balance herself on top of a streetlight as she waits for a target to come out of a building. I dont remember any advance sense of smell spoken of( But I would not rule it out). but they can see in the dark like a cat.

Here a fan made Music video that includes some fight scenes . Note the Human police officers is a CHOSEN  ONE by the fates( For lack of a better term) so he tougher and luckier then a normal human  and later gets a magic sword Note also the Female fox warrior and the Police officer where best of friends when they where 11 , even sharing the same birthday, only to be torn apart by fate to meet again at age 25 on opposite sides..That the 2 kids in the video

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=guhmiho+ana

 I have been thinking of doing a Gumiho for  BRP , Although the power of course varies by writer and source of myth.. But most source seem to say they are stronger then a human ,able to rip a liver out barehanded. But they seldom are mention as using magic of any sort. Maybe I should go rez the Monster thread  that used to be in main forum.

 The Chinese  Nine tailed fox( Huli Jiang)  are not mention as physically powerful ( I would use foxwoman or kitsunes for them) but are morally all over the map the " Good ones " being very concerned about family honor and the teaching of Buddha and Confucius and the evil ones wanting to eat you. 

3 hours ago, seneschal said:

Hmmm, guess I'll resist the urge to ask out any cute Korean girls I encounter.  Besides, my wife would kill me long before the master villain ever got his shot at the job.  😱

 Well if you meet a pretty  female Gumiho , just ask her if she plays with her food😃 . Besides when I was single I met many a female that where into eating mens hearts so these ones eat livers instead of hearts.

7 hours ago, seneschal said:

While I agree that you need Superworld's powers to emulate these kind of stories, they really are a different genre, or couple of genres.  On the lighter side, the romantic comedies seem to be the Korean equivalent of old 1960s sitcoms such as "Bewitched" and "I Dream of Genie."  Supernatural beings exist in the modern world but they simply want to fit in and settle down with that cute guy or gal that has caught their fancy.  Their magic powers are balanced by the need to seem human and not ruin their love interest's career or family relationships.  An occasional bad apple shows up to cause social embarrassment but these creatures aren't presented as monsters.  Fast talking and a subtle magic spell can save the dinner party.

On the other end, we've got "Hanson" and "Forbidden Love," which more nearly resemble shows like "Wolf's Blood" or "Vampire Diaries."  Here the creatures really are Other, dangerous monsters, and woe upon any human who gets tangled up with them!  Call Carl Kolchak or the brothers from "Supernatural."  Social conventions won't protect you from an angry mother-in-law or ex-girlfriend.

The question is, how do you run these very different genres as a role-playing scenario?  In the sitcom campaign social finagling and a quick excuse are as powerful as magic.  The supernatural beings really care about their humans and aren't likely to turn anyone into a toad, much less kill them, anytime soon.  In the romantic horror campaign, all bets are off, humans are grievously outclassed, and the Beast asking you to join him for dinner is a loaded request. No Disney fairy tale plot protection here.  If you find you really did marry a monster from outer space, perhaps you should grab your wallet and keys and drive off in a random direction -- fast!

  I understand what you are saying and perhaps I should of said Asian shows you can get Super hero Ideas from as only THE ITEM is true ,straight super hero.

 But one thing is  Asian love mixing genres . Take "Life of the White Fox. Fantasy Romantic comedy? Sure but there a villain in the background racking up an impressive body count. And he killing friends of the main characters .

In another Fantasy Romantic comedy( Hotel DeLuna, its more supernatural so I did not list it, but a great show) has a plot line dealing with a pornographer who has drugged raped and filmed over a thousand women.  Not a common subject in Western romantic comedies 

  But As I said these are idea game master can get for plots for .. The player Heroes  are investigating some murders in which the livers have been removed. And run into some Fox warriors in pursuit of the Rebels doing the murder..Do they fight the Fox Warriors? Ally with them? Help them remove the curse or clone human liver. Or perhaps even fall in love with one?

 

And Finally Nine tailed fox: Forbidden love: Korean

Asian  sure love their foxs.

Here the Gumiho( Korean for nine Tailed fox) have a secret society in modern Korea , Ruled by the council of Elders. Guhmihos are twice as strong, much faster and heal much quicker then humans.To top it off a handful (5 to be exact) are taken at age 12 and subject to intense training to become the Fox Warriors, the  Guardians of the Fox race.

 Problem is Gumihos need to eat a portion of Human liver each full moon .  Which comes into the first conflict . The Council of Elders has prohibit killing of humans for their liver and harvest  livers from people who die in accidents and of natural causes ( Think Vampire who robs the blood bank) There a rebel faction who think eating livers of people who died is disgusting and is hunting and killing humans for their livers, which keeps the Fox Warriors busy hunting the Rebels.  Some members of the council are also trying to break the curse that require foxes to eat liver or at least be able to clone livers .

There also a Special Korean Police task force thats  out hunting the Foxes ..The forbidden Love is the fact one of the Fox Warrior( Played by Kim Tae Hee, one Of South Korea most popular actress)) and one of the Police officers hunting the Foxes ( played by  Jo Hyun Jae, another popular actor ) fall in love.

Following two need a little longer explanation .

Hansen and the Beast: ( Chinese) Another Fox( This time played by Yifei Liu ,Disney Mulan) falls in love with a Zoo keeper in Modern Shanghai . Problem is the Shape shifter government (yaolings)prohibits interspecie romance of any kind and has  the B.O.T (Bureau of Transformer) to  enforce its laws. Human are not to even know shape shifter exist.

 Here the movie on Youtube.

 I dont know if I should of added this to Favorite TV superheros or not but I have become a big fan of Asian Dramas and movies now you can stream shows all over the world and many have idea for a Super powered game. 

Strong Woman Bong Soong:(Korean) A shy  young Lady who has super strength given to her by a magic book as long as she uses it for Good 

The Item :(Korean)  A wealthy Sociopath and a Prosecutor battle over 10 items that give people special abilities . There a bracelet that gives super strength , a camera that takes pictures of the future a kids toy that turns into a energy whip

Bring it on ghost (Korean) A college student can see and physically effect ghost and runs an exorcist service( Love the scene where he runs into the body builder ghost and has to run) He runs into the ghost of a high school student who wants to know who she is and why she died .

My Girlfriend is a Nine Tailed Fox . A want to be Actor release a Nine Tailed fox who been imprisoned for 400 years . One of the most popular Korean dramas.

Life of the White Fox( Chinese) Here the Fox is a male who been cultivating in a cave for a thousand years when a young college student falls into his caves and she accidentally absorbs his fox bead and thousand years of cultivation . Nice superhero style battle at the end.

 If you want to use Superworld to run something totally different. , I recently watched a series of Chinese Movies called Trek of the Mutants. Yes mutants in Ancient fantasy China.

 But I think Superworld would be a good fit if you want to  run a  Chinese  Wushu style game . I mean what other system beside a  Superhero one will let you run White Snake and Green snake?

Im interested

12 hours ago, seneschal said:

Nine tails,eh?  Gives new meaning to "Honey, I need to brush my hair."

Dating a fox is like dating a mermaid or elf maiden.  Never works out for the human guy.

 Dating a Mermaid?

 You mean like "Legend of the Blue Sea"?  Jun Ji Hyun plays the Mermaid who falls in love with a human. People might know her cause she played Saya in Blood : The Last Vampire . 

 Saya, being a half Vampire( Or Demon take your pick) who works for the CIA might also be considered a kind of Superhero.

 

.  😀

 IM addicted to Korean Dramas and many have a Fantasy /Science Fiction angle

 There Strong Girl Bong Soong.  More traditional super hero.Super Strong Woman as long as she uses her powers for Good. Powers come from a magic book given to her ancestor . I could provide more examples if other are interested.

Miho Gu from " My Girlfriend is a nine tailed Fox "  OK not your standard Superhero but She stronger and faster then a Human and Shin Mih Ah fox"

On ‎7‎/‎27‎/‎2017 at 3:02 AM, Jon Hunter said:

I'd consider it an interesting RP challenge,

but the needs groups that make sense.

The 'human, dwarf, elf centaur and dragonewt go into pub groups' i cant see ever working.

 I agree a party mix needs to make sense or you will have half the party killing the other half, even if they are all human. A party consisting of a Lunar, an Orlanthi, a Malkioni, and a Waha worshipping shaman would only work if they where heading to wipe out a Thanatar complex and would turn on each other when they where done.

 Argan Argar worshipping Humans and Trolls easily group together . A Wind child and a group of Orlanthi would be OK. Duke Raus has Newtlings on his payroll and they can fight alongside other Zola Fel worshippers with no problem. Biturian Varosh hired Baboons to guard his caravan .

  I have no problem with players playing a non human if they can explain why. But if they want to play an Agimori because they have great stats the answer is NO

28 minutes ago, SDLeary said:

It really depends on what you are defining as Japan, or Japanese.... Yayoi infantry used shields; and its less clear, but so may Asuka and Nara. Even once we get to what we consider the traditional samurai, the main form of defense still seems to be parrying.

SDLeary

 Also the traditional Japanese Samurai was also an Archer first on the battle field ,not a swordsman. A Japanese Samurai would fill the sky with arrows then engage in sword play after the enemy was weaken. And a shield is more of  a hindrance  then help to an archer.

 Two thing about Broo and Broo rape  First Chalana Arroy has worshippers among the Broo, The Wild Healer of the Rockwood and a few in Doraster.  Some Orlanthi will state its not really Chalana Arroy that is worshipped by the Broo in Doraster but  no one say that about the Wild Healer.

 Now about Broo rape and Broo larva.

  Years ago while in Thailand I was told the told that local  fishermen thought of themselves as good Buddhist . And they did not kill the fish they just  let them come onto their boat and if they died that was the will of the Gods  and it would be a shame to waste the meat of the fish .

 A similar attitude could be with cure chaos wound cast on some one pregnant with a broo larva.
The spell could expel the broo larva   unharmed from the host . And if the larva is unable to survive outside its host body well that bad for it.

 Might mention I don't see most Gods in Glorantha being rules lawyer when it come to the behavior of their followers( Well Solar deities maybe)