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Ohma Kapua

Tortle Monk • Wrestling Champion • The Ninja Turtle

Overview​

Ohma Kapua is a tortle monk whose shell bears ancient curse markings and whose past is shrouded in mystery. A master of martial arts and former underground wrestling sensation, Ohma joined Taco Cat in Session 26 after a spectacular wrestling victory revealed his connection to party members Silas and Bru from their shared wrestling careers.

Background​

Wrestling Fame​

  • Competed in underground wrestling circuits as "the Ninja Turtle"
  • Recognized Silas (Sanchez Fuego) and Bru from their wrestling careers
  • Defeated champions Bebop and Rocksteady (warthog and rhinoceros fighters) with a spectacular 32-foot aerial shell drop
  • This wrestling connection became the foundation of his relationship with the party

The Monastic Order​

  • Member of a monastic order alongside fellow monk Beonardo
  • Trained in devastating martial arts techniques including stunning strikes
  • Master of Step of the Wind and Deflect Attacks combat techniques
  • His shell bears mysterious curse markings from unknown origins

Joining Taco Cat​

  • Encountered the party in the sewers beneath High Forge during a wrestling match
  • Offered to guide them through the underground tunnel systems in exchange for joining their group
  • Revealed connections to the resistance movement
  • Ceremonially initiated by triggering Bru's elaborate fireworks distraction during a rescue mission

Role in the Party​

Ohma serves as the party's tactical guide and devastating combatant, combining wisdom with brutal efficiency in combat situations.

Combat Style​

  • Martial Arts Master: Delivers devastating unarmed strikes and stunning blows
  • Acrobatic Fighter: Uses Step of the Wind for incredible mobility
  • Tactical Pragmatist: Makes ruthless combat decisions (kicked Marta off a ledge, stole her teleportation ring)
  • Opportunistic: Terrible at stealth (-1 roll) but excels in direct confrontation

Expertise​

  • Sewer Navigation: Expert guide through High Forge's underground systems
  • Wrestling Techniques: Incorporates showmanship with lethal combat prowess
  • Resistance Connections: Provided crucial access to the resistance network
  • Combat Medicine: Uses potions and healing items to support allies in battle

Key Relationships​

Litu (Takitu)​

Ohma's devoted tortle student who travels with him and serves as his assistant:

  • Demonstrates exceptional dedication (sets up complete camps with hot tubs)
  • Learning martial arts and life wisdom from Ohma
  • Their master-student relationship contrasts Ohma's violent combat style with his patient teaching approach
  • Witnessed having dinner with detective Chalk Rock, discussing mentorship

Beonardo​

Fellow monk from Ohma's order:

  • Runs Rattie's Pie Land, a pizza establishment in High Forge
  • Investigating leads about the fallen moon goddess
  • Reconnected with Ohma during the party's investigation into April Bonal's disappearance
  • Operates from the sewers, making authentic pizza while following his own mission

Wrestling Connections​

  • Silas and Bru: Recognized them immediately from their wrestling careers
  • This shared history created instant trust and camaraderie
  • The party's wrestling backgrounds make them celebrities in underground fighting circuits

Character Development​

Personality Traits​

  • Patient Mentor: Gentle and thoughtful with Litu, teaching with care
  • Ruthless Fighter: Devastating and pragmatic in combat without hesitation
  • Tactical Thinker: Analyzes situations and makes strategic decisions
  • Terrible Sneak: Despite being a monk, stealth is not his strength

Growth Throughout the Campaign​

  • Session 26: Spectacular wrestling debut and initiation into the party via fireworks ceremony
  • Sessions 29-30: Participated in vault heist, destroyed draconic tablets, demonstrated tactical support
  • Session 33: Reunited with Beonardo, revealed deeper connections to monastic order
  • Session 34: Fought Crang with stunning strikes, ended unconscious from compelled dancing
  • Session 35: Revealed as "the Ninja Turtle" to Tunac, purchased supplies for Kevin (Bru's steel defender), tender moment with Litu setting up camp
  • Session 36: Stole Marta's teleportation ring mid-combat, kicked her off a ledge, demonstrated peak pragmatism

Notable Moments​

The Wrestling Victory (Session 26)​

  • Entered underground match as massive underdog against champion team
  • Used Step of the Wind to dodge coordinated attacks
  • Performed spectacular finishing move: bouncing off ropes 32 feet into the air for devastating shell drop
  • Bankrupted bookmakers and shocked the crowd
  • This victory directly led to joining Taco Cat

The Fireworks Initiation (Session 26)​

  • Ceremonially triggered Bru's elaborate fireworks display as initiation ritual
  • Fireworks branded with Helisanna and Doomfall logos
  • Distraction successfully evacuated guards, enabling family rescue mission

Combat Pragmatism (Session 36)​

  • During intense battle with Marta, used sleight of hand to steal her teleportation ring
  • Immediately kicked her off a ledge without hesitation
  • Demonstrated that "the Ninja Turtle" fights to win

Mentorship Moments (Session 35)​

  • Returned to camp to find Litu had set up complete facilities including hot tub
  • Tender master-student interaction witnessed by Chalk Rock
  • Shows contrast between violent warrior and patient teacher

"In the ring, you fight for glory. On the battlefield, you fight to survive. As a mentor, you fight for the future."