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== Nature == |
== Nature == |
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β | Midnight Essence is |
+ | Midnight Essence is said to be synonymous with midnight aether by [[Ulaam]].{{book ref|Tress|28}} It is a black, viscous, bubbling liquid that imitates a nearby creature.{{book ref|Tress|28}} All Midnight Essence created exhibits some form of mind, and Midnight Essence may be an example of concentrated Investiture granting sentience.{{wob ref|2253}} However, even [[Hoid]] cannot determine whether Midnight Essence is truly alive.{{book ref|Tress|58}} Midnight Essence can be controlled through a [[Luhel bond]], giving the bonder the ability to manipulate the Essence's movement and actions, and, if enough control is exerted, dissipate it at will.{{book ref|Tress|31}} The Luhel bond involves a form of trade with the sentient Midnight Essence, relinquishing something it wants (water in the case of Lumarian Essence) in exchange for control over the entity.{{book ref|Tress|62}} The summoned essence responds to the bonder's [[Intention]] and thus can be controlled or bonded without visible or audible communication.{{book ref|tress|58}} |
== Appearance & Behavior == |
== Appearance & Behavior == |