Trinary Archetype System

The Sacred Trinity
Of the Necroliberatas

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Material
Metal, stone, flesh, and bone, that which is material is born from the physical world of Malorum itself. To gain mastery over the material is to become a monster among men.
Physical
The Undead can walk the earth, as they once did in life, in physical form. In this state, they are bound to the laws of the material plane, and therefore vulnerable to physical attacks, such as steel weapons. Non-magickal creatures, such as simple beasts and common humans, exist solely in this state.

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Magick
Magick is a primal and chaotic force that flows through the world of Malorum. To seek its power is to seek the truth; to wield it is to speak truth into existence.
Ethereal
Many undead can assume an incorporeal form. In this state of being, they may resist gravity, pass through physical obstacles, and are immune to physical attacks, but cannot exert physical force. Only magickal weapons, spells, or uncommonly powerful enemies can harm an ethereal being.

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Essence
When flesh fails and magick fades, essence remains. It is the medium of the soul itself. From essence arises sentience, whether that of a mortal, the undead, or even a god.
Essential
Stripped of flesh and magick, all that remains is the soul. This fundamental essence of a being moves unseen by most, but cannot remain exposed for long without fading away. Souls must seek temporary housing, and can possess a wide variety of objects, contraptions, or if powerful enough, even bodies. A soul can neither be harmed by physical nor magickal attacks, but exorcism rituals can banish them from the world.