David Millians

The empire has long outlawed members of this Sheng-era martial arts tradition. They claim a minor son of Sheng, whose mother was a Kralori master, as their founder, and several lineages exist throughout the land. They have a few hidden dojos and safe houses, but most wander the land. Considered seditious by nature, most actually behave honorably and have been known individually to win powerful friends. They do aspire to a renewal of the Empire of the Star, but they are a small organization. Most make a simple living and do good work, though some ally with other followers of Pain Star or even tongs and evil cultists.

A Leaping Horse monk is known for his great leaps and mighty kicks. Most of their strengths come from long physical training, but they can also draw upon a few spirits.

Entry Requirements: Oath of Loyalty to Pain Star and Master

Abilities: Open Spirit World, Leaping Horse Practice Knowledge, Spirit Face

Virtues: Honorable, Loyal, Wandering

Spirits:

• Kicking spirits (Fists as Hooves 13 to 20, Kick High 17, Kick Low 17)
• Leaping spirits (Jump Clear 15, Leap Into Battle 17, Leap Over Foe 15)

Spirit Ally: Spirit allies are always Kickers or Leapers.

Fetishes: They use tattoos.

Secret: Heroform Leaping Horse (Bite 10W, Kick 10W, Leap 15W)

Secret Requirements: Open Spirit World, Leaping Horse Practice Knowledge, and Spirit Face at 1W2

Holy Days: These vary by lineage, but all try to find one another in summertime to test their skills against one another and any challengers.

Other Side: Clifftop Meadow contains the last spirit herds of Pain Star and is dutifully guarded from imperial interlopers.

Other Connections: Many Kralori martial artists know enough to honor these warriors, even if they do not trust them.

Disadvantages: Any practitioner of this order is subject to execution if discovered.