Suan Cheng

Suan Cheng is a Dynamic Akashic Brother in Hawaii.

Overview

Suan (pronounced Shawn) Cheng practices the art of Do in Hilo. He established his chantry in the Hongwanji Temple, an old Buddhist temple originally built in 1889. Suan bought the building several years ago when the Buddhists decided, with a little subtle encouragement, they had had enough of tourists. They sold the temple and moved to China.

Suan and six other Akashic Brothers live full-time in the temple. They have found the relaxed atmosphere in Hawaii conducive to their meditation and eventual enlightenment. They live in monastic simplicity, practicing their arts in serenity behind the temple's walls.

Originally from San Francisco, China Town, a martial arts instructor recognized Suan's potential and encouraged him to pursue Jujitsu. Suan didn't need much encouragement. He Awakened under the tutelage of the instructor. Before long, his natural leadership qualities helped him to open a dojo of his own. Over time, he scouted for Sleepers and mages who would be worthy of his chantry. Eventually, there were seven others with him and Suan announced his plan to move to Hawaii. Only one refused to go.

Image

Suan stands only five and half feet tall, but his presence is felt as soon as he enters a room. He does everything slowly and thoughtfully. His round face, with its wide nose and slanted brown eyes, seems cheerfully caricatured even when he is frowning. His clothing tends toward the comfortable and usually includes loose fitting drawstring pants and a cotton tunic. He wears a round, white cap on his head when he isn't working out.

Personal

Suan wants to create a peaceful place where others of his kind can reach enlightenment away from the hustle and bustle of the continent. He speaks only when necessary and never hurries. Yet, he's never late. He knows his other chantry members look to him for guidance, but he also knows that they must make their own way. His form of guidance involves answering their questions with another question.

Stats

Nature: Architect
Demeanor: Judge
Essence: Dynamic
Tradition: Akashic Brotherhood
Physical: Strength 4, Dexterity 5, Stamina 5
Social: Charisma 5, Manipulation 2, Appearance 3
Mental: Perception 4, Intelligence 3, Wits 3
Talents: Alertness 3, Athletics 4, Awareness 2, Brawl 4, Dodge 4, Expression 2, Intuition 4
Skills: Etiquette 2, Leadership 4, Meditation 5, Melee 3, Stealth 4
Knowledges: Cosmology 3, Culture 2, Enigmas 2, Investigation 1, Linguistics 1 (Chinese), Medicine 2
Backgrounds: Allies 2, Arcane 4, Avatar 4, Dream 3, Mentor 3, Node 2
Spheres: Correspondence 3, Forces 2, Life 2, Mind 3, Prime 2
Willpower: 6
Arete: 5
Quintessence: 3
Banality: 7

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