Random musing I had. If we get the expected four Primal classes in the upcoming PHBII, then that means all covered power sources will have four core classes. So with the PHBIII and IV, it would be a good time to start all over. What's left?
Shadow, Ki, Psionics, and Elemental.
When I look at those powers and pick three, I can't help but get an oriental feel to it. Even leaving out ki, Psionics has always had a slight eastern flavor to it, albeit one leaning more towards India and the near east than the far east. Shadow brings to mind void disciples and ninja (though those could easily be ki instead). Elemental makes me think of Shugenja and Sha'ir (again near eastern, but still eastern). Ki is obvious.
Could it be that the PHB III and IV will be more Asian influenced than I and II, possibly even qualifying as Oriental Adventures?
Shadow, Ki, Psionics, and Elemental.
When I look at those powers and pick three, I can't help but get an oriental feel to it. Even leaving out ki, Psionics has always had a slight eastern flavor to it, albeit one leaning more towards India and the near east than the far east. Shadow brings to mind void disciples and ninja (though those could easily be ki instead). Elemental makes me think of Shugenja and Sha'ir (again near eastern, but still eastern). Ki is obvious.
Could it be that the PHB III and IV will be more Asian influenced than I and II, possibly even qualifying as Oriental Adventures?