Awakening: When a living organism is in a highly tense situation, there is a possibility that they will awaken latent abilities within their soul. Hence why, despite being powerless and a slow learner, Ray as a child could briefly wield telekinesis at times when put under extreme pressure.
Ascendant: Beings who can wield supernatural powers or have superhuman bodies, without the of aid of science. They are either born having these powers awakened or need a push later on in life.
Sorcerers: Ascendants that are trained.
Transcendent: These are beings who further evolved past that of an Ascendant. Or possess godly qi.
Relevant Beings who fit these criteria: Ray, after becoming a vessel of the cosmic essence, Connor Namikaze, Penny Lennox, Henry Cooper, the true god, Empyreans, Kaori Sánchez, and Ino Namikaze.
Empyreans: They are incredibly powerful individuals bestowed with cosmic powers by the True God or other Empyreans. While Empyreans typically serve the True God, some resist their authority.
Cosmic blows: A cosmic blow is landed if a being lands an attack powerful enough to briefly crack a fraction of that universe. (Sizes of the cracks vary) Landing cosmic blows causes the combatant to either enter the flow state, or near it. Strengthening the combatant physically and enhancing their focus greatly. (It stacks)
The flow state: The flow state, often referred to as being "in the zone," is a mental state of deep focus and immersion in an activity where time seems to fade, and effort feels almost effortless. A sorcerer's fighting capabilities is enhanced thirtyfold in this state. It occurs when the challenge of the task aligns perfectly with the individual’s skills, creating a balance that keeps them fully engaged without feeling overwhelmed.
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Appearance: Glowing hair, and or glowing eyes. The common signifying color is white, but it varies depending on that sorcerer's qi.
Aura's: Auras of qi enhance a sorcerer's fighting and defensive capabilities tenfold. This includes enhanced vision, enhanced strength, and enhanced durability.
Spiritual Contracts: Contracts that are formed with devils who reside outside of time. They are malevolent beings who serve the true god. Sorcerers in and out of battle typically offer up portions of their own souls in exchange for something they desire... or need. However, if the deal does not coincide with that devil's interests, they may decline or alter the deal.
Emotions and resolve: The stronger a sorcerer’s emotions and resolve, the more powerful their capabilities become. This is one reason why sorcerers are often at their most dangerous when they are on the brink of death and driven by desperation. Two of the most infamous examples in history are the Prince of Devils’ fateful battles, where he defeated both King Arthur and Sun Wukong separately. However, it is also possible for a sorcerer to become so distraught that they lose the ability to wield their powers entirely.
Stamina: There is no limit to how often or long a sorcery can wield their powers. However, if they sustain enough damage overtime they will gradually weaken and eventually become incapable of sorcery. However, Hand to hand combat is always an option.
Soul attacks: These attacks attack the soul directly, rendering even sorcerers who can heal themselves with enhanced cell regeneration vulnerable. These attacks are especially effective against spirits like Yokai and beings who have already died. Spirits who are defeated by soul attacks are purged from existence.
Races: Different races have different abilities and attributes. For example, Succubus's and Incubuses can sense an individual's qi. Certain qi is more attractive to Succubus's and Incubus's. Causing them to be drawn towards, or stalk certain individuals.
Spiritual Blessings: Magical abilities that all living organisms are born with, though not everyone awakens them in a lifetime.
Enhanced Cell Regeneration: Some sorcerers are capable of regenerating lost body parts by rapidly stimulating cell growth through the concentrated use of qi. This technique is considered to be incredibly difficult to master, and few can wield it effectively. However, when mastered, it transforms the practitioner into a walking powerhouse, growing physically stronger with each regenerated body part. Henry Cooper can proudly attest to this fact.
Overexertion: As shown with Azura, exerting significantly more magical power than one's body can handle initiates a process of physical decay, ultimately leading to death. Common external signs include glowing cracks that appear across the sorcerer's body.
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