Pneumaology

Pneuma is the vital spirit or soul of an entity, a fundamental concept in the magical sciences of this setting. The study of Pneuma explores the nature of souls and the ethereal connections that bind them to the universe.

Historical Background

The understanding of Pneuma originates from Dr. Baldur Fleischhacker's Universal Properties Theory, an expansion of the initial Gyro-Varse Theory by Dr. Sam Grant. Fleischhacker theorized that the universe is divided into different dimensions, each holding various planes of existence.

The Trencoverse and Trencoupention

According to current knowledge, all souls are attached to a verse called the Trencoverse through an ethereal fiber known as the Trencoupention. This fiber acts as a highway, moving the soul to and from the Trencoverse, connecting all living entities to this spiritual plane.

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Soul and Shin

Shinmanaokimagi (Shin)

Shinmanaokimagi (Shin-man-a-o-kim-agi), often shortened to Shin or Magi and alternatively called Kioap, is a form of energy that resides within the unexplored spiritual plane known as the Trencoverse. Every living entity, from plants to animals, possesses a unique Shin, which coats their Trencoupention.

• Purpose of Shin: Shin serves as a protective layer for the soul, nourishing and shielding it from harm. One of its main functions is to protect the soul from Pryacelsius, with which it shares a mutualistic symbiotic relationship.
• Pryacelsius Interaction: Pryacelsius constantly consume a portion of the Shin, preventing it from becoming thick and heavy. Shin will absorb dead Pryacelsius, feeding the soul and strengthening it.

Forms of Shinmanaokimagi (Magi)

Magi can manifest in several ways, each with its unique properties and effects:

• Kristan: Through meditation, one can naturally attune to their Shin.
  • Astra Proct:
  • Carsius: The pure manipulation of Shin to alter the state of established matter, such as changing a substance's phase by affecting its environment, mainly the pressure and temperature of the immediate area.
  • Ceunsiot: The pure manifestation of one’s Shin, creating a mysterious, mostly ethereal super-matter that can form into one of the three states of matter (liquid, solid, gas).
• Eaftousia: A mutation that occurs when multiple Shins merge, granting unnatural powers based on the origin of the recessive Shin. If the merging is unsuccessful, the host dies and leaves behind an Echo.
  • Cryotic Mutation: Merges from the same Dimension, Plane, and Realm, resulting in physical changes.
  • Diaotic Mutation: Merges from another Dimension, same Plane and Realm, resulting in mental abilities.
  • Aemable Mutation: Merges from another Plane, same Dimension and Realm, resulting in elemental control.
  • Bolabel Mutation: Merges from another Realm, same Dimension and Plane, resulting in control over space.
  • There is said to be a fifth mutation, which occurs when someone merges Shins with another that is from an existence that is two layers removed, resulting in control over time.
• Pryacelation: Harmonizing with Pryacelsius, allowing the user to sense and manipulate these sub-atomic entities. However, it comes with severe risks, including insanity and physical torment if not properly controlled.
  • When the sprits of Pryacelsius get tangled, they can crystallize, forming Nuth'Xilmion, also known as Spectrashines.
    • Shimmer: A transformation that occurs when someone consumes a Spectrashine, resulting in an array of changes.
• Aarymation: The tapping into the phantom winds of the Trencoverse, allowing for drastic and often unpredictable effects.
• Qikh: By absorbing the radiation from Chiserieas, one gains enhanced physical abilities and unique powers.