In group PvP or PvE, Shaolin rely on their Bhodidharma's Stick to AoE and crowd control numerous foes at once. They're a bit tougher than most schools, but they're not the go-to class for tankers. In PvE, Shaolin monks are primarily DPS and crowd control type characters with many options for shutting down groups of foes and dealing heavy damage. Whether against one foe or many, a Shaolin monk is a powerful ally or deadly enemy. Shaolin is a school focused on excellence in close combat. The Temple, located at the bottom of Shaoshi Mountain, is covered with lush forests (Lin). The Emperor agreed to build a Temple to worship Batuo. The historical origin of Shaolin started in 464 CE, Batuo, a Dhyana Master who came to China from India to spread Buddhist teachings, saw that Mount Song resembled a lotus flower and wanted to establish a Temple within the 'flower'. The Shaolin Temple only accepts male disciples. They hold important roles as leaders, judges, and the protectors of morality.
Shaolin monks are known for their courage, devotion, and service. Shaolin is one of the Eight Great Schools in Age of Wushu.
