Fūma Kotarō, “The Shadowblade of the Silent Night.”

“Meet Fūma Kotarō, the Legendary Ninja Master with Secrets You Won’t Believe!”

• Alias: Fūma Kotarō
• Gender: Male
• Race: Human
• Occupation: Ninja Leader
• Religion: Unspecified (Ninjas typically don’t have formal religious affiliations)
• Allies: Members of the Fūma clan, fellow ninjas, and those who share his quest for justice
• Enemies: Oppressive warlords, rival ninja clans, and those who threaten the innocent
• Abode/Base of operations: Hidden mountain fortress concealed within the dense forests of Japan
• Nationality: Japanese
• Languages: Japanese (and possibly other dialects relevant to his espionage work)
• Alignment: Chaotic Good (Driven by a strong moral code and commitment to justice)
• Affiliation(s): Fūma Clan (Founder and Leader)
• Significant others: Typically portrayed as a lone and mysterious figure, but legends often associate him with a legendary love interest, though details vary in different stories.

Fūma Kotarō, a renowned and enigmatic figure, leads the secretive Fūma clan, an ancient ninja lineage steeped in shadowy traditions. He embodies the essence of a masterful ninja, moving with silent grace and exuding an aura of impenetrable mystery. Fearlessly navigating the treacherous landscapes of feudal Japan, Fūma Kotarō is driven by an unwavering commitment to safeguarding his clan’s legacy and protecting the innocent.

In the heart of darkness, Fūma Kotarō’s fearlessness shines as a guiding light, for he fears the encroachment of tyranny and oppression more than anything else. His tireless pursuit of justice and freedom fuels his every action, as he believes that the path to a better world lies in the shadows he expertly navigates.

With unparalleled dedication, he seeks to achieve a future where the Fūma clan’s legacy endures, their ninja arts remain untainted, and the downtrodden find solace in the embrace of liberty. To this end, he maneuvers through political intrigues, infiltrates enemy fortresses, and outwits adversaries with cunning strategies, all while remaining an elusive enigma in the annals of history.

Fūma Kotarō

Medium humanoid (human), chaotic good

Armor Class 17 (unarmored defense) Hit Points 138 (20d8 + 40) Speed 40 ft.

STR	DEX	CON	INT	WIS	CHA
14 (+2)	20 (+5)	14 (+2)	16 (+3)	16 (+3)	18 (+4)

Saving Throws Dex +9, Wis +7 Skills Acrobatics +9, Perception +7, Stealth +9 Senses Darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 17 Languages Common, Japanese Challenge 15 (13,000 XP)

Evasion. When Fūma Kotarō is subjected to an effect that allows him to make a Dexterity saving throw to take only half damage, he instead takes no damage on a successful save and only half damage on a failed save.

Ninja Reflexes. Fūma Kotarō can take two reactions each round.

Ninja Stealth. Fūma Kotarō can hide even when only lightly obscured, and he can’t be tracked except by magical means.

Nimble Escape. Fūma can take the Disengage or Hide action as a bonus action on each of his turns.

Uncanny Dodge. When an attacker Fūma can see hits him with an attack, he can use his reaction to halve the attack’s damage against him.

Actions

Multiattack. Fūma makes three attacks: one with his katana, one with his kunai, and one with his shuriken.

• Katana. Melee Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 10 (1d8 + 5) slashing damage.
• Kunai. Ranged Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, range 20/60 ft., one target. Hit: 7 (1d4 + 5) piercing damage.
• Shuriken. Ranged Weapon Attack: +9 to hit, range 30/120 ft., one target. Hit: 6 (1d4 + 4) piercing damage.

Ninjutsu Techniques (Recharge 5-6). Fūma Kotarō uses one of the following abilities:

• Smoke Bomb. Fūma Kotarō throws a smoke bomb, creating a 20-foot-radius sphere of heavily obscured vision that lasts for 1 minute or until a wind of moderate or greater speed (at least 10 miles per hour) disperses it.
• Shadow Step. Fūma Kotarō can teleport up to 60 feet to an unoccupied space he can see as a bonus action.

Legendary Actions

Fūma Kotarō can take 3 legendary actions, choosing from the options below. He can take only one legendary action at a time and only at the end of another creature’s turn. Fūma Kotarō regains spent legendary actions at the start of his turn.

• Move. Fūma Kotarō moves up to his speed without provoking opportunity attacks.
• Hidden Strike (Costs 2 Actions). Fūma Kotarō makes one attack with his katana or kunai.
• Disappear (Costs 3 Actions). Fūma Kotarō becomes invisible until he attacks or uses a Legendary Action.

Equipment

• Katana (Magic Longsword)
• Kunai (Dagger)
• Shuriken (Darts)
• Smoke Bombs (2)
• Ninja Outfit
• Grappling Hook
• Thieves’ Tools

Magic Items

• Cloak of Shadows: While wearing this cloak, Fūma Kotarō can cast the Invisibility spell once per day.
• Amulet of Ninja Reflexes: Grants Fūma Kotarō his ability to take two reactions.

Lair Actions

Fūma Kotarō’s lair is his hidden mountain fortress deep within the forest. In his lair, he can manipulate shadows and terrain to his advantage:

• Shadow Veil: Fūma Kotarō can create a 20-foot-radius area of magical darkness, as if casting the Darkness spell.
• Concealing Terrain: Fūma Kotarō can cause vines, foliage, and debris to shift, granting him and his allies half cover (+2 AC) until the start of his next turn.
• Ninja’s Escape: Fūma Kotarō can use a bonus action to teleport up to 60 feet to an unoccupied space he can see.

Currently in the World

Fūma Kotarō stands at an average height, his lithe and agile frame concealed beneath a shadowy ensemble that’s both practical and mysterious. He dons a form-fitting black shinobi shōzoku, its fabric expertly crafted to reduce any rustling as he moves. The clothing features concealed pockets for his ninja tools, and the hood of his attire is often pulled low to obscure most of his face, leaving only piercing, calculating eyes visible.

In the dappled moonlight filtering through dense forest foliage, Fūma Kotarō currently crouches in a stealthy stance. He remains utterly still, barely a whisper of movement betraying his presence, as he observes a fortified enemy outpost nestled deep within the dense woods. The night air is laden with the scent of damp earth and pine, and the forest is alive with the soft symphony of rustling leaves and distant night creatures.

His mood is one of intense focus, a calm determination radiating from him even in the face of imminent danger. He knows that the safety of his clan and the oppressed villagers nearby hinges on the success of his mission, and he is ready to employ his unparalleled ninja skills to achieve his goal.