Difference between revisions of "Midnight Essence"
Made some very significant edits to try and define a little better what the hell this stuff is, and to incorporate the Tress stuff. Still more work to be done tho.
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It is associated with Re-Shephir, as the substance she uses to make her
On [[Lumar]], Midnight Essence is used by a variety of characters, and is more widely available, with the commonly accessible method of synthesis involving placing water onto Midnight spores.{{book ref|Tress|31}}
== Nature ==
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}}
== Appearance & Behavior ==
Some Midnight Essence creatures, however, appear in shapes unrelated to mimicry. In Dalinar's vision, they had six extremely thin legs that were bent at the sides with clawed paws. Their bodies seem almost fluid, with long and flexible necks and sharp teeth that appeared like knives. They also give off a putrid smell. Additionally, the Midnight Essence creatures found in the Midnight Sea look like large sea serpents, though it is unclear whether this is a result of them mimicing some form of deep ocean life, or if they are manipulated to appear this way, similar to the creatures from Dalinar's vision.{{book ref|Tress|58}}
The Midnight Essence in Dalinar's vision had no eyes. It hunted by smell, and made a soft wheezing whispering sound when hunting for a scent.{{book ref|twok|19}} Its body was soft, and gave a little when it was struck. When the skin was pierced, the Midnight Essence bled smoke. If the Essence was damaged enough, its entire body would deflate with a hissing sound, leaving behind a skin that looked like a sack of black silk. The Midnight Essence's mouth was a weak point on its body.
Midnight Essence can be fairly clever as well, wary when facing a skilled or determined opponent.{{book ref|twok|19}} However, this may be a result of manipulation through the weilder of the Luhel Bond.
== Abilities ==
The claws of the Midnight Essence in Dalinar's vision were powerful enough to seriously damage [[Shardplate]].{{book ref|sa1|19}} It was quite strong, able to burst right through the wall of a barn. As it hunted by smell, it could track people in the darkest night. They also often hunted as a pack. The Essence was seemingly impervious to fire. They were also swift, both while running and while fighting. While the Midnight Essence may be released directly by Re-Shephir, it also may be extracted from her to be used independently{{wob ref|11350}} and released elsewhere.{{book ref|sa1|19}}
== Notes ==
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