Sword Master

By T. Wright (tim@grove.net)

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This is a semi-sentient chimera. They were created by children who sword fight with that imaginary "villains" (although this does not mean that Sword Masters are evil) or were made before The Shattering. Almost always losing, this aspect of the chimera will always remain with it. Presently many dukes, counts and even kings have in there possession Sword Masters to train not only themselves but many of their troops and heirs.

Sword Masters range in height from four feet (children's creations) to about six feet (created chimera). They very in clothing from a black skin-tight suit (ninja's) to elaborate House clothing. All share a stony face that shows little emotion and eye's void of any feeling. They are essentially robots. They vary in skill, though the average has a 3 in sword. One feature that only the created chimera have is the ability to become inanimate, becoming a small dagger that can be seen by mortals.

Here are the average Sword Master's stats (as usual changeable at GM discretion):

Attributes

Strength:	***
Dexterity:	***
Stamina:	(Will last until Glamour is taken away from it)
Charisma:	None
Manipulation:	None
Appearance:	** (Got to look good for the King)
Perception:	**
Intelligence:	*
Wits:	**

Abilities

Talents		Skills
Alertness:	**	Etiquette:	**
Athletics:	*	Melee:	*** (sword)
Dodge:	**	Stealth:	*

Although several court mages have tried to change it, all Sword Masters will more than likely lose. A Sword Master must have at least three individual attacks that have five successes in them if the Sword Master is to win. Even if the Sword Master loses it will always give a player a challenge, never obviously faulting.