Date: Wed, 24 May 1995 15:30:01 -0700 (PDT) From: S K Jam Subject: City Hunter writeup (WARNING: contains anime content) To: Champions Mailing List Somebody a little better-known this time. CITY HUNTER Copyright & TM Tsukasa Hojo, originally appearing in Shounen Jump Weekly. Val Char Cost 100+ Disadvantages 18 STR 8 20 DNPC, random high-COM female client, 14- 21 DEX 33 10 DF: Disgusting lecherous behavior (ec, strong) 30 CON 40 10 Hunted by small group of generic thugs 11- 15 BODY 10 25 Lecherous (vc, total commitment) 12 INT 2 15 Protective of women (c, strong) 15 EGO 10 10 Likes trick shots (c, mod) 20 PRE 10 0 Mild phobias of flying & dentists 20 COM 5 10 Reputation 8-, extreme (higher in Japan) 8 PD 4 5 Rivalry w/Umibozu (professional) 8 ED 2 15 3d6 STUN (instant) from making pass at wrong target 5 SPD 19 (transvestites, jailbait, etc.) 20 REC 20 15 1 1/2x STUN from attacks by women 60 END 0 ??? Mokkori Bonus 40 STUN 1 Cost Powers END 60 VPP: Gadget Pool (60 Active point reserve) var. 9 Control cost for pool, OAF -1, only change between adventures -1/2, "Real tech" only (usually guns) -1 27 20 STR TK w/Fine Work, 0 END, only for stuff theoretically 0 possible with bullets -3/4, Linked to VPP -1/2 20 Generic Martial Art OCV DCV Effect Elbow Punch +1 +3 3 1/2d6 Punch +2 5 1/2d6 Grab -1 -1 GRAB, 28 STR for hold Dodge +5 Abort Fondle -1 +1 2d6 NND vs LoW or solid armor 7 +10 PRE, Defensive only -1/2 8 +4" Running (10" total) 2 2 +2" Swimming (4" total) 1 9 +3 general Perception 3 +10 COM, only vs. women -1/2 Skills, Talents & Perks 27 CK: Tokyo, KS: Guns & Seduction all 17- 18 Acrobatics & Combat Driving both 16- 20 Climbing, Conversation, AK: Japan, KS: Tokyo Nightlife all 14- 22 Breakfall, Contortionist, High Society, PS: Bodyguard, Sleight of Hand, Stealth & Streetwise all 13- 5 Deduction 12- 14 Concealment, Gambling, AK: USA, AK: Central America, Shadowing all 11- 7 Fam. w/Bartending, Janitor, Photography, Modelling, Security Systems, Teaching & Mimicry all 8- 8 Lang: Native-level Spanish, English (Japanese native) 5 TF: Ground Vehicles, Boats, SCUBA, Skiing 5 WF: Swords, Thrown Knives/Axes, Small Arms & Rocket Launchers 16 +2 w/All Combat 25 +5 w/Ranged Combat 15 +5 w/Guns 15 +5 Range Levels w/all Ranged Combat 3 Ambidexterity 24 Danger Sense, in or out of combat, immediate vicinity, 13- 9 Fast Draw 16- 35 Find Weakness w/guns 14- 3 Lightsleep 25 5d6 Luck 3 Well-connected 4 Contact: Saeko 15- 3 Contact: Weapons supplier 13- 1 Contact: Petty thief 11- 3 6 Favors as needed 10 License to Kill 10 Wealthy 12 Follower: Kaori (60+ points) 20 Vehicle & Base (up to 100 points worth) OCV 7+ DCV 7+ ECV 5 Phases: 3,5,8,10,12 _Background_ Ryo Saeba is the name he got when they found him in the wreck of a plane as a small child. Amnesiac, he was adopted by freedom fighters in the Central American country the plane had crashed in. He was trained in the use of a gun from a very early age, and excelled to the point that he was allowed to join actual guerilla forces before age 12. Eventually, the freedom fighters lost their battle, and young Ryo was sent to the USA. There, he learned the trade of detective work, especially bodyguarding, and amassed a fortune. Subsequently, he was able to use his money to return to Japan and establish citizenship there. He bought a brownstone building, acquired a PI license, and went into business. The client made contact by leaving a message for "XYZ" at the Shinjuku railway station. Makimura, Ryo's partner, would then screen the case to make sure it was worthwhile for the "City Hunter" to go into action. During this period, Ryo seems to have done several favors for the Japanese government. Shortly after the start of the recorded adventures, Makimura walked into a trap and was killed. Makimura's half-sister (or adopted sister; sources vary) Kaori decided to take her brother's place. Despite early resistance on Ryo's part, and continued friction over his womanizing, they've become good partners and best friends (plus a certain amount of romantic tension...) The City Hunter specializes in bodyguard work (to the point he's also nicknamed "_The_ Bodyguard") but will take any case that involves a beautiful woman. The "XYZ" code is still in operation, but so many people now know where Ryo lives and what he does that they just seek him out personally. _Personality_ Ryo Saeba is a clear case of arrested adolescence. He's a "sukebe" (wolf) whose primary goal in life is "mokkori" (I don't have a direct translation for this one, but it has to do with male sexual excitement.) If he meets a sexy lady, he *will* make a pass. He'll also drool, make rude noises, etc. as long as he can get away with it. While his sub-Neanderthal approach initially turns off most women, many find redeeming factors in him when he switches to more subtle methods, as he invariably does. However, it is a running gag in the series that he never actually gets any. (Her Czech freedom fighter husband turns up alive, she's a nun, Kaori drags him away at the last possible moment, etc.) He is not interested in long-term commitment, having turned down at least one serious marriage proposal. He is quite gullible when it comes to women, though he can learn from experience on a given lady. While mokkori takes up most of Ryo's mind, he is serious about his work. If he takes a job he will move heaven and earth (and the laws of probability) to accomplish it. While he is quite wealthy, he doesn't flaunt it, wearing off-the-rack clothing, and driving a cheap compact car. (And he's also frequently short on pocket money...) _Quote_ "Hey, babe, how about we go to a "hotel" and get naked?" _Powers/Tactics_ City Hunter is the best shot in the world, capable of truly unbelievable feats. He supplements his natural talent with several hours of practice each day on his private range. He also has a variety of other useful skills. The "Fondle" maneuver consists of his grabbing a piece of the opponent's anatomy normally considered private and making lewd remarks causing the opponent to take STUN from embarrassment (or excitement.) Obviously, inhuman anatomy will protect against this. His Luck represents his uncanny ability to avoid Autofire, Area of Effect & Explosive attacks, and also protect anyone he's guarding. (It also covers other amazing coincidences.) His "license to kill" allows him to not only kill, but brandish blatantly illegal firearms in public, drive 100 kph the wrong way in school zones and sexually harrass women, all without any police interference. Like many comic-book marksmen, Ryo's overly fond of trick shots and will use them as PRE attacks. On the other hand, he won't hesitate to shoot to kill if he feels it is necessary. (Note: Japanese gangsters in the series typically are _not_ experienced with firearms, even if they carry them.) Against women, Ryo is more restrained, preferring to disarm and tie up without harming them. City Hunter occasionally uses simple disguises (glasses, janitor's uniform, etc.) He makes a very ugly woman and tends to exaggerate cutesy mannerisms when in drag. _Appearance_ Ryo is probably in his mid-30s, about 6'1" tall with a swimmer's build. He has touseled black hair and black eyes. The City Hunter is quite handsome, but his face is frequently distorted to reflect his emotions. His usual outfit is a light jacket over a t-shirt, dark trousers and black shoes. His favorite gun is the .44 Magnum. Next time, City Hunter's supporting cast, and Campaign Use! Comments welcomed.... Scott K. Jamison "Heaven's Wrath Hammer!"