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Return to a void

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A mysterious artifact or system that tracks the state of a person’s Dead Soul. It can reveal weaknesses, sin accumulation, or how close someone is to awakening their soul.
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Chapter 1 - PLS READ BEFORE ANYTHING this is to know abt the power system and to know abt the cast

1.a dead soul 

Every person has a dead soul, a dormant essence that manifests powers.

Powers are determined by sins a person commits.

The type and strength of powers depends on the sin's nature and severity.

Powers by Sin

Pride

Type: Illusions, mind manipulation, energy constructs

Abilities:

Create illusions to deceive or intimidate

Manipulate perception of others

Boost personal strength or stats temporarily

Envy

Type: Mimicry, absorption, stealth

Abilities:

Copy abilities of others temporarily

Siphon energy or power from targets

Move undetected or blend into surroundings

Wrath

Type: Destruction, fire, rage amplification

Abilities:

Generate destructive attacks (fire, explosions, force)

Berserk mode: strength and speed increase as anger grows

Lose control if rage peaks

Gluttony

Type: Consumption, growth, durability

Abilities:

Consume matter or energy to increase power

Physically grow stronger or larger

Harden body to resist damage

Lust

Type: Charm, seduction, manipulation

Abilities:

Control or influence others' actions

Heightened perception of desires

Create distractions or manipulate emotions

Greed

Type: Wealth/material manipulation, summoning, hoarding

Abilities:

Summon objects, weapons, or resources

Manipulate material resources (gold, metal, energy)

Create traps or barriers using gathered wealth

Sloth

Type: Time manipulation, slowing, invisibility

Abilities:

Slow enemies or environmental processes

Fade from perception (partial invisibility)

Manipulate motion or delay actions

Extra Notes

Minor sins → weaker or subtle powers

Major sins → stronger, often with drawbacks

Mixed sins → unpredictable or hybrid abilities

Powers may evolve depending on moral choices or embracing/overcoming sins

 2. awakensoul Awakened Soul Mechanics

Activation:

The Dead Soul "reacts" to the person's will, emotions, or life events.

Example triggers:

Intense anger (Wrath)

Extreme desire (Greed or Lust)

Survival situations or near-death experiences

Effects of Awakening:

Power Amplification: All abilities tied to the person's sin get stronger.

New Abilities: Unlock abilities previously dormant or latent.

Soul Manifestation: The Dead Soul can partially materialize as a spirit, weapon, aura, or familiar.

Physical/Emotional Changes: Slight transformation or heightened senses depending on the sin type.

Awakened Soul Types (based on sin):

Pride – Aura of dominance, full illusions, mind control masteryEnvy – Permanent ability mimicry, steal passive abilities, perfect stealthWrath – Explosive berserk form, unstoppable force, elemental rage attacksGluttony – Infinite consumption, massive growth, near-impervious defenseLust – Absolute charm/manipulation, ability to alter emotions at willGreed – Summon large-scale wealth/matter constructs, manipulate environmentSloth – Full time-space control, stop or slow multiple targets, vanish completely

Drawbacks:

Awakening can intensify the sin in personality or actions.

Overusing powers can lead to soul corruption, potentially losing control or harming the user.

Emotional/mental strain: Awakening is taxing, requiring balance and self-control.

If you want, I can make a combined chart that shows:

Dead Soul powers (base abilities)

Awakened Soul powers (upgraded abilities)

Triggers, drawbacks, and evolution paths

Cast Power list Nyx — Power Chart (updated)

Core Power (current):Seal Brand → Can bind Void-born creatures or corrupted souls using the Asptrack. Short duration, massive backlash.

Void Connection (new):

The Void actively calls to him, whispering fragments of power and temptation.

This gives Nyx sudden surges of strength in desperate moments, but at a cost: the more he listens, the more the Void leaves its mark on his soul.

Others can sometimes hear faint whispers when near him, making them uneasy.

Future Awakening:Eclipse Seal (Despair Sin) → Nyx learns to channel fragments of sealed beings into himself, but the Void's whispers grow louder, urging him to "accept" full power.

Endgame Potential:Seal Rewrite → Can erase or rewrite what is bound (e.g., sealing someone's strength, memory, or even their existence for a moment). At this stage, the Void doesn't just whisper—it begs him to become its vessel.