Xeoa Zanaokao

Xeoa Zanaokao was born into the Zanaokao clan, a prestigious lineage of shadow operatives whose techniques had been refined across seven generations, yet her path diverged from tradition the moment her fire-orange eyes first opened—a rare genetic anomaly that marked her as either blessed or cursed depending on who you asked. Raised in the hidden archives beneath the Leaf Village, she spent her childhood studying ancient scrolls detailing her ancestors' exploits while her peers trained in combat, creating a peculiar distance between her and the other young shinobi that only deepened when her mentors discovered her natural affinity lay not with traditional kunai or sword work, but with the fluid, unpredictable art of fan blade combat. At twelve years old, freshly graduated and assigned to active duty, Xeoa carries the weight of unspoken expectations—her clan elders whisper that she represents either a revolutionary evolution in their fighting style or a disappointing deviation from their honored code. She approaches her duties with methodical precision, treating each mission as a puzzle to solve rather than an enemy to vanquish, which earned her the nickname "the Silent Accountant" among her peers who misunderstood her detached demeanor. Her fire-orange eyes, once a source of shame within her traditionally stoic family, have become her trademark in the field, striking fear into those who recognize the Zanaokao name paired with that otherworldly gaze. Despite her youth and the loneliness of her unconventional path, Xeoa remains committed to proving that honor and duty can be fulfilled through innovation rather than blind adherence to the old ways.

Strength

10, modifier 0

Dexterity

18, modifier +4

Constitution

14, modifier +2

Intelligence

14, modifier +2

Wisdom

12, modifier +1

Charisma

16, modifier +3

Fan Blade Strike

Make a melee attack with a fan blade. On a hit, deal 2d6 + 4 slashing damage.

Shadow Step

Teleport up to 30 feet to an unoccupied space in dim light or darkness as a bonus action.

Cunning Action

Take the Dash, Disengage, or Hide action as a bonus action on each of her turns.

Whirlwind Dance

Perform a series of rapid strikes with her fan blades, making three melee attacks. Each hit deals 1d6 + 4 slashing damage.

Silent Accountant

Xeoa can analyze combat situations, gaining advantage on initiative rolls.

Fire's Embrace

Her fire-orange eyes grant her advantage on intimidation checks against foes.

strength

+0

dexterity

+4

constitution

+2

intelligence

+2

wisdom

+1

charisma

+3

Fire