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Table: Ninja Archetypes

ArchetypePrerequisitesDescription
ChiknifeNever caught unarmed, the chiknife is the literal interpretation of using the power of ki as a weapon. Creating a ki blade is the core of the chiknife, and with it, she is a deadly combatant. Versatile and varied, the chiknife can be found in all shapes and sizes, wielding blades unique to the wielder and customized to fit the needs of the chiknife. Fluid in function, the chiknife has mastered how to alter her ki blade to fit the situation, bringing power and versatility into any combat.
DarterWhile most ninjas focus on beguiling their foes, inflicting status effects in excess, or being as stealthy as possible, the darter instead focuses on perfecting their throwing abilities.
NightbladeNightblades are fast and deadly, their blades slicing through enemies’ defenses—and throats—before they have time to react.
NightshadeFor some, darkness is not a hindrance, but a powerful ally. Quietly stepping between shadows, nightshades are experts of stealth and subtlety, blending agile combat with potent magic to outwit and overwhelm their foes. nightshades excel at using shadow art in innumerable ways, making them adaptable and unpredictable.
NokizaruYagudoThe yagudo are fiercely defensive of their ancestral home of Mindartia, having occupied the lands of the continent long before the founding of Windurst. These feathery warriors have a vast knowledge of the forests, hills, and plains of their homeland, allowing for deadly guerilla tactics. Unsuspecting prey may find themselves ambushed by zealous assassins who strike from above.
PsycheAl BhedBlitzball requires intense amounts of training, requiring players to swim and hold their breath for long periods of time, all while competing with physical exertion. The contact of the sport encourages many to prepare for full fledged combat, and Al Bhed teams are no exception. Not only are long hours spent at target practice, but Al Bhed are trained for the fierce blitzes on the playing field.
RavagerShindroidRavagers are shindroids who have expanded their nanites’ capacity, focusing less on subtlety and more on flashy energy melee weapons.
ShadowThe shadow is a ninja trained in mystic arts beyond the mastery of ki and poisons, creating an assassin-spellcaster who combines secrecy with magic and mind-over-matter techniques to become an arcane killer and scout. Because they must master both the very physical arts of ninja stealth and the mystic arts of spellcasters, shadows are often seen as being particularly clever, and are sometimes referred to as “monkeys” by other ninja.
ShinobiShinobi are ninjas who follow a more ancient right, using the elements to their bidding. Most even forgo their need to throw weapons, more so fighting into the fray with two weapons and poisons.
Silent WaveSahaginWhen sahagins attack a vessel, they will lurk beneath the waves unseen. A sahagin ambush will only happen when a ship is at its most vulnerable. Groups of sahagin will wait silently beneath the water’s surface, sometimes following a vessel for days. Sailors around the world agree; like the calm before the storm, the silent waves are the most fearsome.
Unseen HandWhile some ninja seek to perfect the art of the shuriken or some other weapon, the Unseen Hand chooses to eschew these weapons and instead focus on channeling ninjutsu through their fists.
ViperAmong the myriad beasts of Tural, a select few awaken to preternatural power, becoming what are known as tural vidraal. To overcome the threat of these almighty beings, hunters studied one of nature’s deadliest predators─one capable of overcoming foes greater even than themselves: the Viper. They are swift and agile, with dual blades like fangs to bite, or combine into a single weapon to weave about the battlefield. Named for the serpent that inspired their fighting style, the Vipers of Tural remain steadfast in their duty to defend the people.
Woodland StalkerVieraThe woods are a dangerous place for those unfamiliar with its inhabitants, beasts prowl unseen, moving swiftly and silently in pursuit of their prey. One would never know of the wolf stalking them unseen, or of the snake that hangs just out of sight and ready to strike, or the wildcat hidden in the brush with cold calculation in its eyes. But none of these dangers compare to that of those who have ascended beyond the beasts in their prowess, the mighty few Viera who train for this know one thing, let no prey escape.

Non-FF Archetypes

The following archetypes are based off of pop-culture references outside of Final Fantasy and may not fit within the theming of your campaign. Consult your DM before using them.

Table: Non-FF Ninja Archetypes

ArchetypePrerequisitesDescriptionReference
VigilanteIt isn’t easy for many to walk the path of a hero. Especially a hero fighting against corruption and evil under the cover of night.Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
WebslingerWebslingers are ninjas who intentionally emulate the abilities and styles of spiders. Many believe themselves to be actually descended from giant spiders, while others simply taken spiders as a clan totem, or bitten by radioactive spiders that grant them their powers.Spiderman (Avengers)