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|prereq=Being descended from someone with the ability
|world=Detritus
|universe=[[Skyward Universe]]
|books=[[Skyward]], [[Defending Elysium]]{{wob ref|12403}}
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{{quote
|Technology is limited. Only the mind is infinite.
|[[Varvax]] proverb{{book ref|elysium}}
}}
'''Cytonics''',
== History ==
The precursor for cytonics was originally developed as an attempt to create cybernetic-based telepathic linking, named cyto. While the original attempts did not work as intended, they were sufficient to attract the attention of the alien [[Tenasi]]. More advanced cytonics are studied and developed by the few in the
At some point in the following centuries, during the war between humans and aliens, human cytonics users came under threat from the [[eyes]], strange, extra-dimensional entities that exist in the nowhere space accessible to humans.{{book ref|skyward|54}} For this reason, the use of cytonic technology was significantly reduced to avoiding attracting the eyes' attention.{{book ref|skyward|31}} By the time of ''[[Defiant]]'' crashing on [[Detritus]], only engine crews, which required cytonics to move the ship at faster-than-light speeds, utilized it.{{book ref|skyward|45}} In the century since, the cytonic ability came to be known as the "defect", as it was poorly understood and exposed the cytonics users to threat from both the [[Krell]] and the eyes.{{book ref|skyward|i|1}}{{book ref|skyward|55}}
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Cytonics encompass a number of abilities powered by the living mind. Some of them can be augmented by electronics, and through this shared to populations that don't possess them.{{book ref|elysium}} In humans, use of cytonics is signified by increased activity in the section of the brain called the '''writellum'''.{{book ref|skyward|i|2}} Only a small percentage of the total human populace possesses the capacity for cytonics, although this number is far higher among alien races. Some, like [[Varvax]] and [[Tenasi]], are implied to all have the ability.{{book ref|elysium}}
In order to utilize cytonics, the user needs to meditate, focusing on the impression of moving upwards and letting the world around them fade away.{{book ref|skyward|1}} While an beginner needs several moments to enter the appropriate mental state, an experienced user of cytonics can do so instantly, allowing them to actively use the ability in combat.{{book ref|elysium}} The focus allows the cytonics to utilize the nowhere space, a timeless emptiness outside of normal reality. The nowhere space figures heavily in several cytonic abilities, most notably teleportation and FTL communication.{{book ref|skyward|55}} It's also home of the [[eyes]], making using it dangerous for humans.{{book ref|skyward|54}}
== Cytonic Abilities ==
; Sense
The ability to "see" the world with supernatural senses. [[Jason Write]] uses it to perceive the light as vibrations, black being calm, white light being a roar in his mind. This allows him to get a clear picture of the world despite his blindness, though it takes a certain level of conscious effort.{{book ref|elysium}}
; FTL Communication
The original reason cytonics was developed was its ability to connect minds of cytonics users and share verbal information. During the days of the [[Phone Company]], the advanced FTL communication network that connects all mankind is powered by a single operative with developed cytonic abilities, and is mediated by cybernetic equipment.{{book ref|elysium}}
Cytonic users can communicate without help of the electronic equipment.{{book ref|skyward|55}} The range that they can communicate without technological support is unknown, althugh the communication can be overheard over several hundred kilometers.{{book ref|skyward|1}} Difference in language or species makes no distinction in FTL communication; however, it seems impossible to encrypt or secure it against cytonics-using eavesdroppers.{{book ref|skyward|55}} It is proven that certain technology or matter can block or interfere with it.{{book ref|skyward|55}}
; Mind Speed Acceleration▼
Cytonic users are able to react at incredible speed, thinking faster than humanly possible, although this doesn't not allow for increase in physical speed. This mind acceleration allows the cytonic users to excel in tasks that require quick reaction times, such as flight, making them excellent pilots, as well as use their abilities with little advanced warning, allowing them to compete with bullets.{{book ref|skyward|epilogue}}{{book ref|elysium}}
; Mindblades
{{quote
|As fast as the bullets were, however, Jason’s mind was faster. He whipped out, a dozen invisible mindblades slashing through the air. The force of his attack slapped the bullets backward as well as sliced each one in two.
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Mindblades are pure force, formed by the mind of the user. They can be used to cut through any solid objects, but with practice, it can be Sensed and blocked by other mindblades.
; FTL Transport
{{quote
|Jason focused on himself. He didn’t raise any mindblades. Instead, he Sensed inward. He felt his own vibration in his Sense, a cool black-clothed creature.
| Defending Elysium{{book ref|elysium}}
}}
; Mind Swap
Using advanced cytonics, it is possible for a mind to swap bodies,
; Cytonic Suppression
There
; Advanced Processing
Some advanced processors
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People with cytonic abilities are susceptible to having their vision overwritten by some process, technology or ability, replacing their normal sight with artificial images conjured up by the hologram creators. This is what
▲; Mind Speed Acceleration
=== Confirmed ===
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▲== Known cytonics Users ==
* [[Jason Write]]
* [[Spensa Nightshade]]
* [[Tenasi|The Tenasi]]
* [[Edmund (Cytonic)|Edmund]]
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=== Speculated
* [[Becca Nightshade]]
* [[Doomslug]]
== Notes ==
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