Base Class: Monk
You are a follower of the martial path created, so they say, by the first martial arts master's canine friend. That dog, faithful and clever, recognized that she could not imitate her master's every movement because she had four paws. Something else was required. Thus was born the Way of the Striking Tail. This unique martial art is specifically designed for the canine form, making the most of their speed, balance, and strong jaws. Those who become initiates of the Striking Tail often become healers at temples and shrines, or else travel abroad, teaching the Striking Tail path to those who seek them out.
Four-Paw Strike
At 6th level, you gain the ability to launch the famous 'four-paw strike'. When making an attack, you may spend 2 ki points to make four unarmed attacks as a bonus action.
The Pack is Many, the Pack is One
Starting when you choose this tradition at 3rd level, you can use your ki to duplicate the effects of certain spells. As an action, you can spend 3 ki points to cast Healing Word, Purify Food and Drink, or Sanctuary without material components. Additionally you gain Mage Hand as a cantrip if you didn't know it already.
The Wisdom of Playfulness
At 11th level, you are able to channel the positive attitude of dogs and their delight at the world, projecting this to those around you. Once per long rest, as an action, choose to receive one of the below effects. Spend 1 ki point per additional creature within 30 feet you wish for it to affect.
Laughing at Danger - For one hour, you have resistance to a specified damage type.
The Folly of Fear - For one hour, you are immune to fear effects.
Irrepressible Joy - For one hour, you have advantage on all Intelligence, Wisdom and Charisma saving throws.
Balance of the Tail
At 17th level, you are able to achieve both external balance and internal balance, turning aside all negative forces which would seek to afflict you. You may spend 5 ki points to cast a Globe of Invulnerability around yourself as though it were a 7th-level spell.
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