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	==Appearance==		==Appearance==
	In their true forms, the muryan appear as white-skinned [[elves]] with extended [[ear]]s and autumn-colored [[hair]]. They usually wear loose [[clothing]] that allows freedom of movement, such as [[kilt]]s or the like.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>		In their true forms, the muryan appear as white-skinned [[elves]] with extended [[ear]]s and autumn-colored [[hair]]. They usually wear loose [[clothing]] that allows freedom of movement, such as [[kilt]]s or the like.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>

	Muryan can assume the forms of normal ferrets<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref> and other similar diminutive but fierce woodland [[predator]]s.<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref> The muryan can also use [[Disguise Self]] as a [[spell-like ability]].<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref> Despite their transformation and illusion abilities, the muryan do not have the [[Shapechanger Subtype]]<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>		Muryan can assume the forms of normal ferrets<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref> and other similar diminutive but fierce woodland [[predator]]s.<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref> The muryan can also use [[Disguise Self]] as a [[spell-like ability]].<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref> Despite their transformation and illusion abilities, the muryan do not have the [[Shapechanger Subtype]]<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>

	==Combat==		==Combat==
	Muryan enter combat ready to test their mettle, though not to the degree of recklessness. Muryan disregard mortal rules of engagement, using ruthless tactics many mortals would find despicable.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref> Muryan attack usually use [[longbow]] and [[scimitar]]<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>. Muryans favor strategies emphasizing mobility and attacking as many enemies as possible<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>, for their melee strikes inflict a debilitating urge to dance upon their foes. Victims whom succumb to this urge are thrown off balance by despair. A muryan will often join such an impromptu "dance partner", soon causing complete [[blindness]] in the foe.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>		Muryan enter combat ready to test their mettle, though not to the degree of recklessness. Muryan disregard mortal rules of engagement, using ruthless tactics many mortals would find despicable.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref> Muryan attack usually use [[longbow]] and [[scimitar]]<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>. Muryans favor strategies emphasizing mobility and attacking as many enemies as possible<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>, for their melee strikes inflict a debilitating urge to dance upon their foes. Victims whom succumb to this urge are thrown off balance by despair. A muryan will often join such an impromptu "dance partner", soon causing complete [[blindness]] in the foe.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>

	Even being near a muryan in combat can sap one's will to go on. Foes nearby may become [[slowed]] followed by [[deaf]]ened<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>. As if this was not enough, muryan can cast a limited amount of [[arcane spell]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>.		Even being near a muryan in combat can sap one's will to go on. Foes nearby may become [[slowed]] followed by [[deaf]]ened<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>. As if this was not enough, muryan can cast a limited amount of [[arcane spell]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>.

	Muryan demonstrate a physical resiliency against [[weapon]]s, save for those made of [[mithral]] or of sufficient magical strength to harm them.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref> They also enjoy total immunity to [[electricity]] and weapons made of [[wood]]. However, muryans possess the universal shadow fey vulnerability to [[sunlight]].<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref> According to [[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey (Item)]], [[somnos branch\|the branch]] of the [[somnos plant]] can act as a [[ward]] against the muryan.<ref>[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey (Book)]] p. 49</ref>		Muryan demonstrate a physical resiliency against [[weapon]]s, save for those made of [[mithral]] or of sufficient magical strength to harm them.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref> They also enjoy total immunity to [[electricity]] and weapons made of [[wood]]. However, muryans possess the universal shadow fey vulnerability to [[sunlight]].<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref> According to [[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey (Item)]], [[somnos branch\|the branch]] of the [[somnos plant]] can act as a [[ward]] against the muryan.<ref>[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey (Book)]] p. 49</ref>

	==[[Language]]==		==[[Language]]==
	Although generally [[taciturn]], muryan speak [[Arak (Language)\|the language]] of all breeds of the Arak<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref>		Although generally [[taciturn]], muryan speak [[Arak (Language)\|the language]] of all breeds of the Arak<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref>

	==Advancement==		==Advancement==

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	Even being near a muryan in combat can sap one's will to go on. Foes nearby may become [[slowed]] followed by [[deaf]]ened<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>. As if this was not enough, muryan can cast a limited amount of [[arcane spell]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>.		Even being near a muryan in combat can sap one's will to go on. Foes nearby may become [[slowed]] followed by [[deaf]]ened<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>. As if this was not enough, muryan can cast a limited amount of [[arcane spell]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>.

	Muryan demonstrate a physical resiliency against [[weapon]]s, save for those made of [[mithral]] or of sufficient magical strength to harm them.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref> They also enjoy total immunity to [[electricity]] and weapons made of [[wood]]. However, muryans possess the universal shadow fey vulnerability to [[sunlight]].<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref> According to [[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey (Item)]], [[somnos branch\|the branch]] of the [[somnos plant]] can act as a [[ward]] against the muryan.<ref>{[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey (Book)]] p. 49</ref>		Muryan demonstrate a physical resiliency against [[weapon]]s, save for those made of [[mithral]] or of sufficient magical strength to harm them.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref> They also enjoy total immunity to [[electricity]] and weapons made of [[wood]]. However, muryans possess the universal shadow fey vulnerability to [[sunlight]].<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref> According to [[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey (Item)]], [[somnos branch\|the branch]] of the [[somnos plant]] can act as a [[ward]] against the muryan.<ref>[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey (Book)]] p. 49</ref>

	==[[Language]]==		==[[Language]]==

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	Even being near a muryan in combat can sap one's will to go on. Foes nearby may become [[slowed]] followed by [[deaf]]ened<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>. As if this was not enough, muryan can cast a limited amount of [[arcane spell]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>.		Even being near a muryan in combat can sap one's will to go on. Foes nearby may become [[slowed]] followed by [[deaf]]ened<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>. As if this was not enough, muryan can cast a limited amount of [[arcane spell]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>.

	Muryan demonstrate a physical resiliency against [[weapon]]s, save for those made of [[mithral]] or of sufficient magical strength to harm them.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref> They also enjoy total immunity to [[electricity]] and weapons made of [[wood]]. However, muryans possess the universal shadow fey vulnerability to [[sunlight]].<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>		Muryan demonstrate a physical resiliency against [[weapon]]s, save for those made of [[mithral]] or of sufficient magical strength to harm them.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref> They also enjoy total immunity to [[electricity]] and weapons made of [[wood]]. However, muryans possess the universal shadow fey vulnerability to [[sunlight]].<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref> According to [[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey (Item)]], [[somnos branch\|the branch]] of the [[somnos plant]] can act as a [[ward]] against the muryan.<ref>{[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey (Book)]] p. 49</ref>

	==[[Language]]==		==[[Language]]==

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	The [[Muryan]], also known as [[Dancing Men]], are one of the nine major [[Arak]] races.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 160">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 160</ref>. These bloodthirsty [[fey]] are the professional combat forces of the Arak, eagerly taking to battle with wild and frenzied but elegant whirling [[dance]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>. Muryans act as [[guard]]s and [[law enforcement]] for the Arak (though their [[muryankin]] [[changeling]]s more frequently act as guards<ref name="Gaz V p. 113">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 113</ref>.) The muyran are [[chaotic]] creatures that interpret the laws of Arak society (but not the [[Law of Arak]]) loosely<ref name="Gaz V p. 113">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 113</ref>.		The [[Muryan]], also known as [[Dancing Men]], are one of the nine major [[Arak]] races.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 160">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 160</ref>. These bloodthirsty [[fey]] are the professional combat forces of the Arak, eagerly taking to battle with wild and frenzied but elegant whirling [[dance]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>. Muryans act as [[guard]]s and [[law enforcement]] for the Arak (though their [[muryankin]] [[changeling]]s more frequently act as guards<ref name="Gaz V p. 113">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 113</ref>.) The muyran are [[chaotic]] creatures that interpret the laws of Arak society (but not the [[Law of Arak]]) loosely<ref name="Gaz V p. 113">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 113</ref>.

	Like the other arak, the Sith dwell within the [[Shadow Rift]], where they make up about ~~four~~ percent of the population.<ref name="Gaz V p. 98">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 98</ref>		Like the other arak, the Sith dwell within the [[Shadow Rift]], where they make up about six percent of the population.<ref name="Gaz V p. 98">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 98</ref>

	==Appearance==		==Appearance==

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	The [[Muryan]], also known as [[Dancing Men]], are one of the nine major [[Arak]] races.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 160">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 160</ref>. These bloodthirsty [[fey]] are the professional combat forces of the Arak, eagerly taking to battle with wild and frenzied but elegant whirling [[dance]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>. Muryans act as [[guard]]s and [[law enforcement]] for the Arak (though their [[muryankin]] [[changeling]]s more frequently act as guards<ref name="Gaz V p. 113">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 113</ref>.) The muyran are [[chaotic]] creatures that interpret the laws of Arak society (but not the [[Law of Arak]]) loosely<ref name="Gaz V p. 113">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 113</ref>.		The [[Muryan]], also known as [[Dancing Men]], are one of the nine major [[Arak]] races.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 160">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 160</ref>. These bloodthirsty [[fey]] are the professional combat forces of the Arak, eagerly taking to battle with wild and frenzied but elegant whirling [[dance]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift (Module)]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>. Muryans act as [[guard]]s and [[law enforcement]] for the Arak (though their [[muryankin]] [[changeling]]s more frequently act as guards<ref name="Gaz V p. 113">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 113</ref>.) The muyran are [[chaotic]] creatures that interpret the laws of Arak society (but not the [[Law of Arak]]) loosely<ref name="Gaz V p. 113">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 113</ref>.

	Like the other arak, the Sith dwell within the [[Shadow Rift]], where they make up about four percent of the population.<ref name="Gaz V p. 98">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 98</ref>		Like the other arak, the Sith dwell within the [[Shadow Rift]], where they make up about four percent of the population.<ref name="Gaz V p. 98">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 98</ref>

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	==Combat==		==Combat==
	Muryan enter combat ready to test their mettle, though not to the degree of recklessness. Muryan disregard mortal rules of engagement, using ruthless tactics many mortals would find despicable.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref> Muryan attack usually use [[~~long~~]] and [[scimitar]]<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>. Muryans favor strategies emphasizing mobility and attacking as many enemies as possible<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>, for their melee strikes inflict a debilitating urge to dance upon their foes. Victims whom succumb to this urge are thrown off balance by despair. A muryan will often join such an impromptu "dance partner", soon causing complete [[blindness]] in the foe.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>		Muryan enter combat ready to test their mettle, though not to the degree of recklessness. Muryan disregard mortal rules of engagement, using ruthless tactics many mortals would find despicable.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref> Muryan attack usually use [[longbow]] and [[scimitar]]<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>. Muryans favor strategies emphasizing mobility and attacking as many enemies as possible<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>, for their melee strikes inflict a debilitating urge to dance upon their foes. Victims whom succumb to this urge are thrown off balance by despair. A muryan will often join such an impromptu "dance partner", soon causing complete [[blindness]] in the foe.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>

	Even being near a muryan in combat can sap one's will to go on. Foes nearby may become [[slowed]] followed by [[deaf]]ened<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>. As if this was not enough, muryan can cast a limited amount of [[arcane spell]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>.		Even being near a muryan in combat can sap one's will to go on. Foes nearby may become [[slowed]] followed by [[deaf]]ened<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>. As if this was not enough, muryan can cast a limited amount of [[arcane spell]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>.

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	The [[Muryan]], also known as [[Dancing Men]], are one of the nine major [[Arak]] races.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 160">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 160</ref>. ~~They~~ are the professional combat forces of the Arak, eagerly taking to battle with wild and frenzied but elegant whirling [[dance]]s. Muryans act as [[guard]]s and [[law enforcement]] for the Arak, though ~~they~~ are [[chaotic]] creatures that interpret the laws of Arak society (but not the [[Law of Arak]]) loosely.		The [[Muryan]], also known as [[Dancing Men]], are one of the nine major [[Arak]] races.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 160">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 160</ref>. These bloodthirsty [[fey]] are the professional combat forces of the Arak, eagerly taking to battle with wild and frenzied but elegant whirling [[dance]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>. Muryans act as [[guard]]s and [[law enforcement]] for the Arak (though their [[muryankin]] [[changeling]]s more frequently act as guards<ref name="Gaz V p. 113">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 113</ref>.) The muyran are [[chaotic]] creatures that interpret the laws of Arak society (but not the [[Law of Arak]]) loosely<ref name="Gaz V p. 113">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 113</ref>.

	Like the other arak, the Sith dwell within the [[Shadow Rift]], where they make up about four percent of the population.<ref name="Gaz V p. 98">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 98</ref>		Like the other arak, the Sith dwell within the [[Shadow Rift]], where they make up about four percent of the population.<ref name="Gaz V p. 98">[[Gazetteer V]] p. 98</ref>
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			Muryan enter combat ready to test their mettle, though not to the degree of recklessness. Muryan disregard mortal rules of engagement, using ruthless tactics many mortals would find despicable.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref> Muryan attack usually use [[long]] and [[scimitar]]<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref>. Muryans favor strategies emphasizing mobility and attacking as many enemies as possible<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>, for their melee strikes inflict a debilitating urge to dance upon their foes. Victims whom succumb to this urge are thrown off balance by despair. A muryan will often join such an impromptu "dance partner", soon causing complete [[blindness]] in the foe.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>

			Even being near a muryan in combat can sap one's will to go on. Foes nearby may become [[slowed]] followed by [[deaf]]ened<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>. As if this was not enough, muryan can cast a limited amount of [[arcane spell]]s<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>.

	Muryan demonstrate a physical resiliency against [[weapon]]s, save for those made of [[mithral]] or of sufficient magical strength to harm them.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref> They also enjoy total immunity to [[electricity]] and weapons made of [[wood]]. However, muryans possess the universal shadow fey vulnerability to [[sunlight]].<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>		Muryan demonstrate a physical resiliency against [[weapon]]s, save for those made of [[mithral]] or of sufficient magical strength to harm them.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115</ref> They also enjoy total immunity to [[electricity]] and weapons made of [[wood]]. However, muryans possess the universal shadow fey vulnerability to [[sunlight]].<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref><ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 116</ref>

	==[[Language]]==		==[[Language]]==
	Although generally [[taciturn]], muryan speak [[Arak (Language)\|the language]] of all breeds of the Arak<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145~~</ref>, muryan speak [[Sylvan]] and four or more different [[domain]] languages.<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 120">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 120~~</ref>		Although generally [[taciturn]], muryan speak [[Arak (Language)\|the language]] of all breeds of the Arak<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 145">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 145</ref>

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	==The Muryan and the Faerie Court==		==The Muryan and the Faerie Court==
	The muryan are part of the [[Unseelie Court]].		The muryan are part of the [[Unseelie Court]]. Their leader is [[Prince Mohrg]], though all Unseelie Arak ultimately follow [[Prince Loht]]<ref>Gazetteer V p. 115</ref>. Under Loht's recent leadership, muryans have stepped up the frequency their patrols, and Loht has commanded out harsher [[punishment]]s for lawbreakers. At the same time, Loht has also began to use the more sinister and [[evil]] [[powrie]] more frequently than muryan as agents to prevent dissent.<ref>Gazetteer V p. 114</ref>

	==The Muryan and [[Mortal]]s==		==The Muryan and [[Mortal]]s==
			Muryans make changelings from skilled fighters and the like. A muryan moved by a foe's combat prowess may give the foe succor in order make them a changeling.<ref>Van Richten's Guide to Shadow Fey p. 82</ref> Mortals raised by muryan generally choose to advance as fighters and barbarians<ref>Gazetteer V p. 111</ref>.

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	[[Category:fey]]		[[Category:fey]]
			[[category:Innate Racial Spellcaster]]
	[[category:Native Monster of the Shadow Rift]]		[[category:Native Monster of the Shadow Rift]]
	[[category:Nine Breeds of the Arak]]		[[category:Nine Breeds of the Arak]]
	[[category:Professional Killer]]		[[category:Professional Killer]]
	[[category:Shapechanger]]		[[category:Shapechanger]]
			[[category:Sorcerer]]
	[[Category:Teeny Tiny Tales of Terror]]		[[Category:Teeny Tiny Tales of Terror]]
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	Sith advance by [[character]] [[class]], with [[fighter]] as their favored class. The [[barbarian]] and [[ranger]] classes are also selected by some.<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. ~~120~~-~~121~~">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. ~~120~~-~~121~~</ref>		Sith advance by [[character]] [[class]], with [[fighter]] as their favored class. The [[barbarian]] and [[ranger]] classes are also selected by some.<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 115-116">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 115-116</ref>

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	Sith advance by [[character]] [[class]], with [[~~rogue~~]] as their favored class. ~~Many take levels in the~~ [[~~necromancer~~]] [[~~specialist wizard~~]].<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 120-121">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 120-121</ref>		Sith advance by [[character]] [[class]], with [[fighter]] as their favored class. The [[barbarian]] and [[ranger]] classes are also selected by some.<ref name="Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey p. 120-121">[[Van Richten's Guide to the Shadow Fey]] p. 120-121</ref>

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-The [[Muryan]], also known as [[Dancing Men]] are one of the nine major [[Arak]] races.  They dwell within the [[Shadow Rift]].
+The [[Muryan]], also known as [[Dancing Men]], are one of the nine major [[Arak]] races.<ref name="The Shadow Rift p. 160">[[The Shadow Rift]] p. 160</ref>. They are the professional combat forces of the Arak, eagerly taking to battle with wild and frenzied but elegant whirling [[dance]]s. Muryans act as [[guard]]s and [[law enforcement]] for the Arak, though they are [[chaotic]] creatures that interpret the laws of Arak society (but not the [[Law of Arak]]) loosely.
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-[[category:The Arak]][[Category:fey]][[Category:Teeny Tiny Tales of Terror]]
+[[category:The Arak]]
 [[category:Chaotic Neutral]]
 [[category:Unseelie Court]]
-[[category:Nine Breeds of the Arak]]
 ==Data from the Ravenloft Catalogue==