Umbral Disciple

(PRESTIGE CLASS)
The umbral disciple is a student of shadow in both a literal and a metaphysical sense. By infusing shadows with essentia, he can harness both the darkness of the world and the darkness of his own soul to meet whatever goals he has in mind. Others might shrink from dark places and dread the creatures that stir when the light fades, but the umbral disciple stares into the heart of the night without flinching.

Much like the monk, the umbral disciple seeks to explore his own nature and perfectly master the dark power he finds within himself. The rare combination of stealth, mobility, and combat prowess that he cultivates makes him an excellent spy, burglar, magic-wielder, or assassin. Some umbral disciples become freelance monster hunters or vigilantes dedicated to seeking out evildoers and teaching them to fear the dark. Others become heartless killers who use their powers to prey on the weak and the defenseless. But regardless of how their skills manifest, all umbral disciples are drawn to the shadows, where they can clearly see the potential of their own souls.

- Hit Die: d6
- Proficiencies: An Umbral Disciple does not gain any additional weapon or armor proficiencies.
- Skill Points: 6 + Int Modifier.

REQUIREMENTS:

Skills: Concentration 4 ranks, Hide 8 ranks, Lore 2 ranks, Listen 8 ranks.
Essentia Pool: 1.

BONUS ESSENTIA:

The Umbral Disciple increases his essentia pool by 1 at levels 1-2, 2 at 3-4, 3 at 5-6, 4 at 7, 5 at 8, 6 at 9, and a max increase of 7 at 10th level.