Arbina, the Sheltering Maple
Arbina, the Sheltering Maple is a Plant Kami Host which can take on human form and has sap that possesses healing properties. She exacts vengeance on those who deliberately despoil the wilderness and is helpful to Garou who ask her politely for assistance.
Overview
Arbina is more than a century old and shows no signs of rot or blight yet. Though she has not walked the earth in the last 20 years, she has seen the growing turmoil in the Umbra cause d by the appearance of Anthelios and is considering taking on human form once again to do what she can to respond to its threat. She believes that the Garou may hold the key to fighting the red star, but she is reluctant to place herself in their debt.
Image
Arbina is a large maple tree with broad limbs and a wide-spreading crown of leaves. She makes her home in the Piedmont region of South Carolina where she provides shelter for small animals and numerous species of birds.
Stats
Kami Type: Plant Host (Maple Tree)
Physical: Strength 12, Dexterity 0/3 (when animate), Stamina 10
Social: Charisma 4, Manipulation 3, Appearance 2
Mental: Perception 3, Intelligence 3, Wits 3
Talents: Alertness 2, Brawl 2, Empathy 3, Intimidation 1, Primal-Urge 2
Skills: Animal Ken 5, Survival 3
Knowledges: Area Knowledge (South Carolina Piedmont) 5, Enigmas 3, Medicine 1
Backgrounds: Allies 5, Contacts 2
Powers: Animal Summons (nearby animals), Animate Self, Lord of the Land, Mother's Healing, Peaceful Fighting, Plant Animation, Spirit Charms (Break Reality, Possession), Spirit Sense
Rage: 4; Gnosis: 8; Willpower: 10
Health Levels: OK, OK, OK, -1, -1, -2, -2, -5, -5, Incapacitated
Attacks: Branch Swat (Str + 1 bashing damage)
Bans: Substance Ban (plastic), Thankless
References
- WTA: Werewolf Storytellers Handbook Revised, p. 212-213