Youxia - Monk Class Substitution


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Being a fan of Wuxia movies I had an idea to bring the monk more in line with those genre ideals. However I am struggling with the balance part of the mechanics so ideas are welcomed.

Youxia translated means Knight-Errant. Its the term for the various characters in wuxia novels who participate in the wuxia ideal. Generally they wander around dispensing justice, much like some PCs. However the idea of justice is subjective, much like for some PCs.

Gains:
* Simple and Martial Weapon Proficiency
(Maybe just for Melee and Thrown)
* Flurry of Blows works with any weapon they are proficient with
* Abilities like Stunning Fist and Quivering Palm work with weapons
(again for just melee and thrown weapons)

Loses:
* Bonus Unarmed Damage
* Ki Pool

Scarab Sages

I'd keep the ki pool and have them lose maneuver training instead. (Weapon Proficiencis = Unarmed Damage; Monk abilities through weapons = Maneuver Training)

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