Hybrids
When twins are born with Magika powers there is a split effect. Each person is blessed with two types of Magika. Usually it is at random which two they will be and more than likely the Hybrid will not excel in either Mahou as well as a non-Hybrid with the same Magika.
The mixing of two Mahou causes a second power to be born. It is a random ability that can manifest as anything, and it is unpredictable what it may be. Two Hybrids with the same paired Magika can have different Hybrid abilities. These capabilities manifest after the user has recognized to carry Magikia within him.
It is unknown if similar effects will occur with triplets or other same born children since there has not been a written account of such a thing occurring.
The mixing of two Mahou causes a second power to be born. It is a random ability that can manifest as anything, and it is unpredictable what it may be. Two Hybrids with the same paired Magika can have different Hybrid abilities. These capabilities manifest after the user has recognized to carry Magikia within him.
It is unknown if similar effects will occur with triplets or other same born children since there has not been a written account of such a thing occurring.
Berserkers
Another Magika mutation, Berserkers are the genetic modification of Mahou itself. They are super strong and have a tough hide that makes it difficult for even demons to cut through. As their strength increases, so does the skin's resilience. The quickest way for Berserkers to increase their strength is to fully recover from near death experiences. Berserkers quickly heal any flesh wounds; however, if bones or vital organs are damaged, their self-healing powers are not as swift. Such is why they have have an almost impenetrable, armor-like skin.
Berserker swords are crafted from one of their bones which can be extracted by Summoning or simply pulling one out. A small piece is all that is needed. In the palm of the Berserker, the bone will grow and shape into the user’s sword. Usually large, heavy, and tough, the Berserker weapons are specially linked to their owners and cannot be wielded by anyone else.
Berserkers are anti-magic but only for implemented Magika like See, Shape Shift, and Illusion, but not against external Magika like Teleport. Their resilience to Mahou also makes it harder for Healers to heal them.
It is said the only way to kill a Berserker is to carve his heart out of his chest.
Berserker swords are crafted from one of their bones which can be extracted by Summoning or simply pulling one out. A small piece is all that is needed. In the palm of the Berserker, the bone will grow and shape into the user’s sword. Usually large, heavy, and tough, the Berserker weapons are specially linked to their owners and cannot be wielded by anyone else.
Berserkers are anti-magic but only for implemented Magika like See, Shape Shift, and Illusion, but not against external Magika like Teleport. Their resilience to Mahou also makes it harder for Healers to heal them.
It is said the only way to kill a Berserker is to carve his heart out of his chest.
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