Daemon
Each and every faery, magical beast, and semi-magical creature in Altairus possesses a daemon. The daemon can accurately be understood as a creature's soul, the thing that not only gives them life, but gives them their magical abilities and everything else that makes them, them.
Appearance
Since the daemon is located inside of its owner's body, it normally cannot be seen from the outside. When it is viewed via special technology or magic, it takes the form of a heart glowing with Anima magic. Depending on what element the daemon is, it varies in appearance. See the reference picture for more information.
Daemonic Elements
Like Altairians themselves, each and every daemon has its element. The daemon's element does not necessarily correspond to its owner's element. Instead, an Altairian's daemonic element may effectively make them "dual-type," affecting what kinds of magic they have an affinity for. "Type mismatch" is incredibly common amongst Altairians, and while it doesn't cause any specific health problems, it does change how the balance of magics in an Altairian's body works. Healers need to keep this in mind when considering what kinds of treatments to utilize.
As well as their magical abilities, an Altairian's daemonic element significantly affects their personality. Listed below are the characteristics of each daemonic element:
Air
Associated Personality Traits
- High-Minded
- Creative
- Cerebral
- Neurotic
- Mercurial
Associated Abilities
- Fast learning
- Reduced need for sleep
- Affinity for creative magic
- Magical flight
- Reduced susceptibility to altitude sickness
Water
Associated Personality Traits
- Even-keeled
- Unemotional
- Graceful
- Generous
- Cold-hearted
Associated Abilities
- Can hold breath for longer
- Resistance to fire
- Increased self-healing
- Resistance to cold
- Superior swimming abilities
Earth
Associated Personality Traits
- Patient
- Nurturing
- Lazy
- Stubborn
- Fun-Loving
Associated Abilities
- Increased physical strength
- Increased stamina
- Affinity for plants and animals
- Increased healing abilities
- Less prone to depression/anxiety
Fire
Associated Personality Traits
- Passionate
- Quick-Tempered
- Sensitive
- Impatient
- Impish
Associated Abilities
- Reduced vulnerability to cold
- Body radiates more warmth than usual
- Super speed
- Increased spell power
- Increased energy
Light
Associated Personality Traits
- Cheerful
- Quick to laughter
- Kindhearted
- Irresponsible
- Carefree
Associated Abilities
- Power of persuasion
- Power to uplift and encourage teammates
- Increased eyesight in darkness
- Reduced vulnerability to Null magic
- Increased general stamina
Darkness
Associated Personality Traits
- Moody
- Dramatic
- Serious-minded
- Idealistic
- World-weary
Associated Abilites
- Affinity for music/art
- Affinity for creatures of the night
- Reduced vulnerability to manipulation
- Increased eyesight in the dark
- Reduced need for sleep
The Undifferentiated Daemon (ULTRA-RARE)
Of all the daemonic elements, the rarest and most powerful of them all is the Undifferentiated type. As one may guess, this daemon possesses the power of all the elements at once.
Altairians possessing this daemon are said to be the truest heroes of Altairus. They are brave, loyal, and kind to a fault. Even at an early age, they may be incredibly mature, and their sense of responsibility only grows as they get older.
This daemon grants perhaps the most powerful abilities of all the daemonic elements. Owners of this daemon enjoy complete immunity to wendigo possession. If that weren't enough, an Altairian with an Undifferentiated daemon is said to be able to master any spell they want very quickly. For obvious reasons, Altairians lucky enough to have this daemonic element are highly valued all throughout the world.
The only real downside to having an Undifferentiated daemon, other than being constantly called upon to do other people's chores, is that it leaves its owner more prone to dying young due to a very unusual magical balance. Healers may not have the adequate skills needed to treat these individuals' unique medical conditions, making this one of the main reasons why Altairians with Undifferentiated daemons are incredibly rare.
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