You have undergone extensive training in the way of the samurai, and their fighting styles. You gain the following benefits:
- At the beginning of combat, you may assume one of the fighting stances detailed at the end of this feat.
- As a bonus action, you can switch from your current fighting stance to a different one, provided that you are not prone, grappled, or restrained
Fighting Stances:
Way of the Tiger: You assume a wide stance with the katana at eye level, ready to strike. This stance allows you to use the versatile property of your katana.
Way of the Turtle: You assume the stance of one practiced in the art of kendo. While in this stance, you gain a +2 bonus to AC, but cannot use the versatile property of your katana.
Way of the Snake: You assume a sheathed stance, with intent to strike out at your opponent at the nearest chance. While in this stance, your movement speed is reduced to 0, and you gain a +2 modifier to your attack rolls. You cannot assume this stance while within 5 ft. of a hostile creature.
Way of the Monkey: You assume the stance of one who has abandoned all defense for the sake of offensive power. This stance can only be used when wielding the katana in the main hand, and the wakizashi in the off-hand. While in this stance, your movement speed increases by 10 ft, and you gain the benefit of the two-weapon fighting style. For the duration of this stance, enemies have advantage on all attacks made against you.