Oni of Valghorn (5e Race)

Oni

In a hidden chamber deep underground, the adventurers discovered a reliquary forgotten by time. In the center rested a mask adorned with intricate patterns in red and black, a testament to the ancient lineage of the Oni Generals. When touching it, they felt a pulsating dark energy that awakened ancient memories. Each adventurer glimpsed scenes from past battles, from the days when Oni Generals were living legends, and their masks were symbols of feared and respected power.

-Part of Dr. Este's collection of weird things

Physical Description

Though often mistaken for ogres in tales, Oni are slightly smaller in stature and possess a more natural muscular build. The color of their skin is determined by their lineage, which signifies the tribe they belong to. This can result in shades of red, blue, yellow, green, purple, orange, white, and black.

Their eyes bear a beastly quality, with irises that range from shades of scarlet and yellow to even entirely bright white. The sclera, or the whites of their eyes, is typically jet black. Dark hair covers their bodies, and even the females have a coat of hair.

Since the fall of the great Oni Generals, the race has become a shadow of its former self, a change that's also reflected in their physical forms. These Oni have a faded complexion, though it's important to note that they're not white Oni, but rather appear to be peeled or withered. Their eyes are dull, and their constitution is more bestial, with some needing assistance from their upper limbs for movement.

Oni possess a pair of short ivory horns jutting from their foreheads, which lengthen as they age. Their teeth and claws are jet black. The length of their horns is a source of pride among the Oni, to the extent that even the most unkempt among them are known to polish their horns daily.

History

The Onis are descendants of giants who mix with the native inhabitants of the shadow realm. Once upon a time, they stood as one of the most powerful forces on the Negative Plane, united by the collective strength of eight tribes under the rule of the Oni King, who controlled the power of Dark Chi.During the golden era of the Oni, their supremacy was unchallenged, until the soul-forged blades of the reformed Shinigami's brought about their downfall.

In the aftermath of their fall, the essence of the eight tribes was sealed within eight Oni masks, crafted from the skulls of the Grand Oni who served the King. These masks were then scattered across the material plane.

Now, the Oni race has regressed to a diminished state. Most Oni shun the safety of the surface, gripped by fear that the touch of light will turn their flesh to ash. They dwell primarily within the subterranean realms, hidden from the world above.

Society

Oni society is an intricate fabric of clans, traditions, and hierarchies, forged deep underground where they seek refuge from the threats of the world above. Organized into tribes based on skin color, Oni share a strong sense of unity and belonging within their groups. Each tribe has leaders, usually the direct descendants of ancient Oni Generals, who are respected and considered wise guides. Each tribe's unique abilities and powers shape its role in Oni society: the Reds are staunch defenders, the Blues are experts in dark magic, the Greens are healers and shamans, and so on.

Religion also plays a crucial role in the lives of the Oni, as they revere ancient spirits and dark entities, seeking guidance and power through complex rituals. Its religious leaders, known as Sombra-Shamans, interpret the signs of the spirits and offer spiritual guidance to the community.

The Oni society is based on traditions and rituals, with seasonal festivals that celebrate the memory of the Oni Generals and the achievements of their tribes. Honor and respect are core values, and disrespecting one member of the tribe is seen as an insult to the entire community. Despite the differences between tribes, the Oni unite in the face of external threats, remembering their glorious history and desire to protect their heritage.

However, since the fall of the Oni Generals, society has faced a period of decline and uncertainty. Many Oni fear exposure to light and avoid the surface at all costs, leading to increasing isolation. Some youth seek to find the lost mask of an Oni General, believing that such a feat could bring renewal and restore it to its former glory. As Oni society struggles to regain its strength and purpose, their traditions, loyalty, and desire for restoration remain the ties that bind them together in a world of shadow and mystery.

Oni Traits

Once proud rulers of the plane of shadow, now turbulent creatures of the night.
Ability Score Increase. Your Constitution score increase by 2.
Age. Oni reach maturity about the same time as humans do, but their aging slows down drastically after that. Most live to about 1000 years old.
Alignment. Most oni are naturally evil. Their heightened sensitivity to the temptations of the Material Plane usually drives them to steal, fight and manipulate to get what they want. The raucous red oni are the most interested in simple pleasures, and tend towards chaotic alignments.. Their colder and calculating cousins, blue oni, tend towards lawful alignments. Pale oni are closer to the spiritual world than the rest of their kin, often trying to keep the balance between the spirit world and the material plane; as such, they tend towards the lawful neutral alignment. In some cases, a red or blue oni can overcome his or her natural tendencies and dedicate his or her life to good. Most of these oni keep strict moral codes to keep their wild natures in check.
Size. Oni are a sizeable people, reaching heights from 7 and 8 feet tall by maturity and weigh between 280 and 340 pounds. Your size is Medium.
Speed. Your base walking speed is 30 feet.
Darkvision. As a creature of the night, you are very good at seeing in the dark. You can see in dim light within 60 feet of you as if it were bright light, and in darkness as if it were dim light. You can't discern color in darkness, only shades of gray.
Claws. Uour claws are natural weapons, which you can use to make unarmed strikes. If you hit with them, you deal slashing damage equal to 1d4 + your Strength modifier, instead of the bludgeoning damage normal for an unarmed strike.
Powerful Build. You count as one size larger when determining your carrying capacity and the weight you can push, drag, or lift.
Yokai Resistance. You have resistance to Poison and Necrotic damage. In addition, you have advantage on saving throws against being poisoned and charmed, and the spell cannot put you to sleep.
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Aka no Buzoku(Red Oni)

Among the oni, the Aka no Buzoku oni are the most prevalent. Renowned for their formidable stature and resilience, they dwarf their kin in size, boasting skin that boasts a deep crimson hue. These individuals are marked by their ferocity, impulsive nature and lack of focus, often driven by instant gratification, paying little attention to devising strategies or schemes.

Ability Score Increase. Your Strength score is increased by 2.
Martial Training. You are proficient with two martial weapons of your choice and with light armor.
Yokai Fury. When you are reduced to 0 hit points but not immediately killed, you may drop to 1 hit points. You cannot use this feature again until you finish a long rest.

Ao no Buzoku (Blue Oni)

Ao no Buzoku' Oni are known for their unnatural cunning and aptitude for magic. physically unimpressive, and with skin coloring in shades of dark blue. They are usually calculating and meticulous in the pursuit of lofty goals such as power and knowledge.

Ability Score Increase. Your Intelligence score is increased by 2.
Yokai Magic. You can summon the innate magic within you, which grows stronger as you grow in power. You know one cantrip from the necromancy spell list. Upon reaching 3rd, 5th, and 7th level, you respectively learn a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd level spell from that same school of magic once and must finish a long rest before you can cast them again. Intelligence is your spellcasting ability for these spells.

Ki no Buzoku (Yellow Oni)

The Oni of Ki no Buzoku, known as "Unholy Shadows", are sinister beings intertwined with dark shields. Each step they take is as if they bring with them the aura of the unknown, inspiring both fear and curiosity in those who encounter them. Their actions are guided by the will of their dark deities, and they strive to spread shadow and mystery wherever they go.

Ability Score Increase. Your Wisdom score is increased by 2.
Divine gift. You can call upon the innate magic within you, which grows stronger as your power increases. You know a cantrip from the Cleric spell list. Upon reaching 3rd, 5th, and 7th level, you learn a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd level spell from that same school of magic respectively once, and must finish a long rest before you can cast them again. Wisdom is your spellcasting ability for these spells.

Midori no Buzoku (Green Oni)

The Oni of Midori no Buzoku, also known as the "Clan of the Green Forest", are intrinsically linked to natural forces and the exuberance of the forests. Their skin has shades of deep green, harmonizing with the dense vegetation that surrounds them. These Oni have a deep connection with flora and fauna, being able to camouflage themselves in forests and move with surprising agility. They are guardians of wildlife and protectors of the hidden secrets of the forests, using their abilities to maintain the balance between nature and the dark forces that influence them. Their quiet nature belies a fierce strength when provoked, and they are known to defend their lands with unwavering passion.

Ability Score Increase. Your Strength and Constitution score is increased by 2.
Family Size. Its size is “Large”. You gain a bonus to unarmed damage equal to your Constitution modifier.

Murasaki no Buzoku (Purple Oni)

The Murasaki no Buzoku clan is seen as the guardians of dream secrets and as interpreters of hidden messages conveyed in people's dreams. His wisdom is shared with those who seek to understand the deep meaning of night visions and the mysteries that inhabit the planes of dreams.

Ability Score Increase. Your Intelligence and Wisdom score is increased by 1.
Dreamweaver's Insight. Members of the Murasaki no Buzoku possess an innate connection to the realm of dreams. You have advantage on Wisdom (Insight) checks to sense the emotions and intentions of others. Additionally, you can use your action to enter a deep meditative state, allowing you to communicate with other creatures through dreams. During this meditation, you can send a message of up to 25 words to a willing creature that you are familiar with, and the creature can respond in kind.

Orenji no Buzoku (Orange Oni)

The members of this clan have an uncanny bond with animals, regarded as the vanguards of nature's equilibrium and the defenders of harmony between the human world and the untamed realm. Their eyes burn with an intense determination, and their very presence strikes fear into the hearts of all who dare to threaten the sanctity of the wild.

Ability Score Increase. Your Constitution and Wisdom score is increased by 1.
Beastmaster's Bond. The Orenji no Buzoku have a natural affinity for creatures of the wild. You have advantage on Animal Handling checks and can communicate with beasts through simple gestures and sounds. Beasts are generally not hostile toward you unless provoked.
Beast's Resilience. You have advantage on saving throws against effects that would cause the frightened condition. Additionally, you can use your reaction to grant yourself or an ally within 30 feet advantage on a saving throw against an effect that would paralyze, restrain, or incapacitate, as you draw upon the primal resilience of the beasts.

Shiro no Buzoku (White Oni)

The Shiro no Buzoku is often associated with foreboding prophecies and shadowy omens. These enigmatic Oni are known for their unsettling ability to manipulate shadows and manipulate illusions, making them formidable tricksters and deceivers.

Ability Score Increase. Your Intelligence, Wisdom and Charisma score is increased by 1.
Purity of Light. Members of the Shiro no Buzoku are attuned to radiant energy. You have resistance to radiant damage and advantage on saving throws against being blinded.

Kuro no Buzoku (Black Oni)

These Oni bear skin as dark as the deepest abyss, and their eyes gleam with a sinister intensity. Masters of darkness and shadows, the Kuro no Buzoku are skilled assassins and spies, lurking in the obscurity and striking swiftly from the shadows.

Ability Score Increase. Strength, Dexterity and Constitution score is increased by 1.
Natural Armor. While you are not wearing armor, your carapace gives you a base Armor Class of 13 + your Dexterity modifier. As an action, you can change the color of your skin to match the color and texture of your surroundings, giving you advantage on Dexterity (Stealth) checks made to hide in those surroundings.

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