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Psi is a form of energy created by the energy of one's mind. A person who can harness these energies is called a Psion. These abilities manifest themselves in four different classifications: Clairvoyant, Empathic, Defensive and Offensive. Empathic and Clairvoyant psi are also known as "passive" psionic abilities, because at their base levels, a psion of these types does not have to consciously trigger their abilities. In contrast are Offensive and Defensive psions, which require active thought to manifest.

Not all K'tri are psions, but most do carry the necessary gene. In fact, psionic abilities in any measureable form are somewhat rare, especially once one scales up the tiers within a class. Only apx. 1 in every 100 K'tri is a psion, with the most common types being clairvoyant and empathic. The general breakdown of classes tends to be 40% clairvoyant, 40% empathic, 10% offensive and 10% defensive.

Psionic ability is also hereditary, the majority of which is carried on the paternal side. The gene must be carried by both parents in order for the offspring to become psionic. The form of psi inherited is also generally a paternal trait. However, if both parents are psions of different classes, the child can be either, which a higher chance for the father's class. Psionic level is NOT determined by parent, and is solely based upon the individual in question.

Being psionic can be extremely detrimental to the psion's overall health and well-being, incrementally so when using one of the active forms of psi. All psions have a much higher risk of stroke than other K'tri, this being exponentially higher for active psi classes. Clairvoyant psions also tend to have mcuh higher rates of psychoses such as schizophrenia and disorders such as autism. Many psions develop neurologic disorders such as tremors or stuttering.

Classes of psions can be differentiated from each other not only by their abilities but also by a set of birthmarks specific to a class, which appear on a psion's face. These markings can vary in size, color or pattern (for clairvoyant and empathic psions), but they always maintain a general overall shape.

Clairvoyant psions have what appears to be a vertical eye in the center of their forehead, always with an iris. The outer design can vary with tails and other decoration.

Empathic psions are marked with a "3" design over their left or right eye (when over the right, it is a mirror image). The birthmark's center point starts at the outer corner of the eye, with its upper branch extending or encompassing the brow area, and the lower curling over the cheekbone and back under the eye. Empathic psions have the most variation in marking shape, but tend to follow familial patterns.

Defensive psions have a set of three triangles over either their left or right eye, with another triangular mark under the corresponding eye, its base facing the lash line.

Finally, Offensive psions have vertical slashes over each eye, either red or black, depending on the K'tri's coloration.

As previously mentioned, psionic abilities manifest themself differently in individuals, resulting in four distinct classes. Within these classes there are different levels of ability, ranging from sub-1 to 5+. The sub-1 to 1 levels are far and away the most prevalent form of psion. The sub-1 level rarely has the birthmark of their class and often never knows they are psionic until moments of extreme emotional or physical distress. Level 5+ psions are incredibly rare, especially in a sustained state. Many 5+ psions live short lives, dying at a young age due to stroke.

Once a psion can be placed as a level 1 psion or above, they *must* be registered to their clan. All level 3 psions and above must undergo specific class training to help control their abilities and limit their danger to themselves or others. Level 3 psions and above must also be marked with a tattoo showing that they are in fact psionic.

Psionic levels can shift as a person gains training and thereby control over their abilities. Also, extremes can cause the psion to have abilities above their ranked level, yet these diminish after the circumstances pass.

The classes of psion break down as follows:

Clairvoyant: the ability to forsee the present in alternate locations and or the future. Very rarely, powerful clairvoyant psions can interact with future manifestations.

Empathic: Can detect and control emotions of others.

Defensive: Can create physical manifestations of psionic energy in the forms of shields and barriers, always originating directly around the psion. This class also has telekinetic and telepathic ability.

Offensive: Can create physical manifestations of psionic energy in the forms of blades, shards, and bombs, which, with training can be used remotely or as projectiles. They also have telekinetic and telepathic ability.

Psionic Levels:

Clairvoyant:

sub-1: Dreams only, seldom occurance, 10% accuracy.
1: Dreams only, occasional occurance, 25% accuracy.
2: Dreams only, regular occurance, 50% accuracy.
3: Dreams and waking dreams, frequent occurancy, 75%/25% accuracy (sleeping/waking).
4: Dreams and waking dreams, frequent occurancy, 100%/50% accuracy.
5: Dreams and waking dreams, nightly, 100%/75% accuracy.
5+: Dreams and waking dreams, multiple times daily, 100%/100% accuracy.

Empathic:

sub-1: can occasionally read a person's emotions and influence the person.
1: Ok at emotional deduction. Occasional influence over an individual.
2: Good at emotional deduction. Occasional influence over an individual.
3: Very good at emotional deduction. Slight, regular control over influence.
4: Excellent at emotional deduction. Good, regular control over influence.
5: Excellent at emotional deduction. Very good, regular control over influence.
5+: Excellent at emotional deduction. Excellent, regular control over influence.

Defensive:

sub-1: Very slight telepathy, self-shield, telekinesis up to 100lbs with training.
1: Slight telepathy, self-shield + 5ft external shield, TK up to 250lbs.
2: Good telepathy, self-shield + 10ft external shield, TK up to 650lbs.
3: Very good telepathy, self-shield + 25ft external shield, TK up to 1600 lbs.
4: Excellent telepathy, self-shield + 50ft external shield, TK up to 4000 lbs.
5: Excellent telepathy, self-shield + 100ft external shield, TK up to 10,000lbs.
5+: Excellent telepathy, self-shield + 100+ft external shield, TK 10,000+lbs.

Offensive:

sub-1: Very slight telepathy, can cause minor headaches when angered, TK 100lbs with training.
1: Slight telepathy, minor headaches when angered, TK 250lbs.
2: Good telepathy, severe headaches, psi-hand, TK 650lbs.
3: Very good telepathy, migraines, level 2 abilities + psi dagger, blackouts, TK 1600lbs.
4: Excellent telepathy, migraines + hemorrhaging, Level 3 abilities + psi-blade and 25ft bomb, TK 4000lbs.
5: Excellent telepathy, level 4 abilities + stroke, Level 4 abilties + psi-shard and 100ft bomb, TK 10,000lbs.
5+: Level 5 abilities + instant death, 500+ft bomb, Tk 10,000+lbs.


	World> Psions Psions: Psi is a form of energy created by the energy of one's mind. A person who can harness these energies is called a Psion. These abilities manifest themselves in four different classifications: Clairvoyant, Empathic, Defensive and Offensive. Empathic and Clairvoyant psi are also known as "passive" psionic abilities, because at their base levels, a psion of these types does not have to consciously trigger their abilities. In contrast are Offensive and Defensive psions, which require active thought to manifest. Not all K'tri are psions, but most do carry the necessary gene. In fact, psionic abilities in any measureable form are somewhat rare, especially once one scales up the tiers within a class. Only apx. 1 in every 100 K'tri is a psion, with the most common types being clairvoyant and empathic. The general breakdown of classes tends to be 40% clairvoyant, 40% empathic, 10% offensive and 10% defensive. Psionic ability is also hereditary, the majority of which is carried on the paternal side. The gene must be carried by both parents in order for the offspring to become psionic. The form of psi inherited is also generally a paternal trait. However, if both parents are psions of different classes, the child can be either, which a higher chance for the father's class. Psionic level is NOT determined by parent, and is solely based upon the individual in question. Being psionic can be extremely detrimental to the psion's overall health and well-being, incrementally so when using one of the active forms of psi. All psions have a much higher risk of stroke than other K'tri, this being exponentially higher for active psi classes. Clairvoyant psions also tend to have mcuh higher rates of psychoses such as schizophrenia and disorders such as autism. Many psions develop neurologic disorders such as tremors or stuttering. Classes of psions can be differentiated from each other not only by their abilities but also by a set of birthmarks specific to a class, which appear on a psion's face. These markings can vary in size, color or pattern (for clairvoyant and empathic psions), but they always maintain a general overall shape. Clairvoyant psions have what appears to be a vertical eye in the center of their forehead, always with an iris. The outer design can vary with tails and other decoration. Empathic psions are marked with a "3" design over their left or right eye (when over the right, it is a mirror image). The birthmark's center point starts at the outer corner of the eye, with its upper branch extending or encompassing the brow area, and the lower curling over the cheekbone and back under the eye. Empathic psions have the most variation in marking shape, but tend to follow familial patterns. Defensive psions have a set of three triangles over either their left or right eye, with another triangular mark under the corresponding eye, its base facing the lash line. Finally, Offensive psions have vertical slashes over each eye, either red or black, depending on the K'tri's coloration. As previously mentioned, psionic abilities manifest themself differently in individuals, resulting in four distinct classes. Within these classes there are different levels of ability, ranging from sub-1 to 5+. The sub-1 to 1 levels are far and away the most prevalent form of psion. The sub-1 level rarely has the birthmark of their class and often never knows they are psionic until moments of extreme emotional or physical distress. Level 5+ psions are incredibly rare, especially in a sustained state. Many 5+ psions live short lives, dying at a young age due to stroke. Once a psion can be placed as a level 1 psion or above, they must be registered to their clan. All level 3 psions and above must undergo specific class training to help control their abilities and limit their danger to themselves or others. Level 3 psions and above must also be marked with a tattoo showing that they are in fact psionic. Psionic levels can shift as a person gains training and thereby control over their abilities. Also, extremes can cause the psion to have abilities above their ranked level, yet these diminish after the circumstances pass. The classes of psion break down as follows: Clairvoyant: the ability to forsee the present in alternate locations and or the future. Very rarely, powerful clairvoyant psions can interact with future manifestations. Empathic: Can detect and control emotions of others. Defensive: Can create physical manifestations of psionic energy in the forms of shields and barriers, always originating directly around the psion. This class also has telekinetic and telepathic ability. Offensive: Can create physical manifestations of psionic energy in the forms of blades, shards, and bombs, which, with training can be used remotely or as projectiles. They also have telekinetic and telepathic ability. Psionic Levels: Clairvoyant: sub-1: Dreams only, seldom occurance, 10% accuracy. 1: Dreams only, occasional occurance, 25% accuracy. 2: Dreams only, regular occurance, 50% accuracy. 3: Dreams and waking dreams, frequent occurancy, 75%/25% accuracy (sleeping/waking). 4: Dreams and waking dreams, frequent occurancy, 100%/50% accuracy. 5: Dreams and waking dreams, nightly, 100%/75% accuracy. 5+: Dreams and waking dreams, multiple times daily, 100%/100% accuracy. Empathic: sub-1: can occasionally read a person's emotions and influence the person. 1: Ok at emotional deduction. Occasional influence over an individual. 2: Good at emotional deduction. Occasional influence over an individual. 3: Very good at emotional deduction. Slight, regular control over influence. 4: Excellent at emotional deduction. Good, regular control over influence. 5: Excellent at emotional deduction. Very good, regular control over influence. 5+: Excellent at emotional deduction. Excellent, regular control over influence. Defensive: sub-1: Very slight telepathy, self-shield, telekinesis up to 100lbs with training. 1: Slight telepathy, self-shield + 5ft external shield, TK up to 250lbs. 2: Good telepathy, self-shield + 10ft external shield, TK up to 650lbs. 3: Very good telepathy, self-shield + 25ft external shield, TK up to 1600 lbs. 4: Excellent telepathy, self-shield + 50ft external shield, TK up to 4000 lbs. 5: Excellent telepathy, self-shield + 100ft external shield, TK up to 10,000lbs. 5+: Excellent telepathy, self-shield + 100+ft external shield, TK 10,000+lbs. Offensive: sub-1: Very slight telepathy, can cause minor headaches when angered, TK 100lbs with training. 1: Slight telepathy, minor headaches when angered, TK 250lbs. 2: Good telepathy, severe headaches, psi-hand, TK 650lbs. 3: Very good telepathy, migraines, level 2 abilities + psi dagger, blackouts, TK 1600lbs. 4: Excellent telepathy, migraines + hemorrhaging, Level 3 abilities + psi-blade and 25ft bomb, TK 4000lbs. 5: Excellent telepathy, level 4 abilities + stroke, Level 4 abilties + psi-shard and 100ft bomb, TK 10,000lbs. 5+: Level 5 abilities + instant death, 500+ft bomb, Tk 10,000+lbs.