Chimeric
Chimerics embody the raw, untamed power of primal instincts and animalistic transformation through genetic splicing. Their bodies twist and adapt, granting them claws, heightened senses, and regenerative abilities that make them fearsome predators on the battlefield. With the ability to leap great distances, terrify foes with bone-shaking roars, and blend seamlessly into their environment. Chimerics excel in situations where cunning and ferocity are essential. Their powers enable them to dominate combat through relentless offense or evade danger with predator-like agility.
In Nexus City, Chimerics often exist in a space between awe and fear. They may be revered by factions like the Reclaimers, who see them as nature’s vengeance or exploited by groups like Ascension, eager to study their mutations. Their deep connection to the wild makes them outsiders in Nexus City’s industrial sprawl but invaluable allies in the Outlands. If you want to play a character driven by primal instincts who can transform and command the battlefield, the Chimeric archetype offers unmatched ferocity and adaptability.
Beast Claw
1st - Action - Attack - Melee
With a swift, savage swipe, the Chimeric's claws rend flesh, leaving a bloody trail in their wake.
Make a melee attack against a foe. If the attack hits, the target takes half escalation damage. At the start of their next turn, they take half escalation damage again.
Animal Affinity
1st - Passive - Influence - Self
The Chimeric communicates with beasts, understanding their language and intentions.
Whenever you make an Influence check against an animal, you do so with advantage.
Animal Affinity
1st - Passive - Influence - Self
The Chimeric communicates with beasts, understanding their language and intentions.
Whenever you make an Influence check against an animal, you do so with advantage.
Enhanced Senses
2nd - Passive - Glean - Self
The Chimeric's senses sharpen to a razor's edge to track their prey.
Whenever you make a Glean check to spot or track a foe, you do so with advantage.
Chimeric Roar
3rd - Action - Influence - 3 Spaces
The Chimeric's chest erupts with a roar of primal fury, resonating with untamed power.
Every enemy within 3 spaces of you must make an Influence check. On a failure, they move up to half their speed directly away from you. They cannot move into obviously harmful spaces.
Natural Camouflage
3rd - Passive - Navigate - Self
The Chimeric's skin and fur adapt to their surroundings, allowing them to blend seamlessly with their environment. environment.
Whenever you make a Navigate check to hide while in the wild you do so with advantage.
Beast Mode
4th - Action - Varies - Self - Focus - 1 Minute
The form of the Chimeric shifts and twists as flesh and bone realign to grant new strengths.
For the duration of this power your Endure, Navigate, and Attack die are temporarily increased by 1. You can only use powers that require these capacities. When this power ends, decrease the affected capacities by 1 each.
Predator Mode
4th - Action - Varies - Self - Focus - 1 Minute
The Chimeric's primal instincts enhance their senses and aura of dominance.
For the duration of this power your Influence, Glean, and Manifest die are temporarily increased by 1. You can only use powers that require these capacities. When this power ends, decrease the affected capacities by 1 each.
Reckless Fury
5th - Action - Attack - Melee - Focus - 1 Minute
Succumbing to an ancient rage, the Chimeric's eyes burn with an untamed fire as they enter a berserk state.
For the duration of this power, all melee attacks you make are made at advantage. Additionally, all attacks made against you are made at advantage.
Rapid Regeneration
5th - Reaction - Endure - Self
Drawing upon nature's regenerative power, the Chimera's wounds close rapidly.
Whenever you take damage and do not fall into mortal peril, you can roll your endurance die as a reaction, regaining a number of life points equal to the number rolled. Raise escalation by 1.