Supernatural Thievery

Background

Supernatural Thievery is the ability to steal or rob through extraordinary, mystical, or otherwise non-physical means. Unlike traditional theft, this form of thievery transcends the need for close proximity, manual skill, or even physical interaction. It can involve the removal of items from a distance, the extraction of intangible elements such as energy, skills, or abilities, and the bypassing of physical, magical, or spiritual barriers through esoteric means.

This ability often signifies a mastery that surpasses conventional understanding of theft, where the user can seamlessly extract what they desire—whether tangible or not—without alerting their victim. It may be achieved through magic, psychic ability, innate supernatural power, or specialized equipment designed to facilitate such feats.

Also Called

• Paranormal Theft
• Mystical Robbery
• Metaphysical Stealing
• Etheric Larceny

Possible Applications

• Stealing physical items from a distance or without contact
• Removing abilities, powers, or memories from targets
• Robbing souls, lifeforce, or energy signatures
• Disarming opponents by remotely stealing their weapons
• Looting digital or magical constructs
• Extracting knowledge or skills as though taking an object

Practical Uses

• Disabling opponents by removing vital equipment or powers
• Undermining magical protections by bypassing conventional defenses
• Gaining strategic advantages through silent or invisible theft
• Evading detection in high-security or magical areas
• Acquiring rare or powerful artifacts through intangible means

Variations

• Power Theft: The ability to steal other characters' powers or abilities.
• Soul Theft: The removal or capture of someone's soul or life essence.
• Memory Theft: Extracting knowledge, memories, or experiences from others.
• Object Warp-Stealing: Pulling physical items across dimensions or planes.
• Aura or Energy Theft: Draining spiritual or life force energy for one’s own use.

Possible Limitations

• May require a cooldown between thefts or stolen items.
• Might be limited by range or visibility of the target.
• Theft could be reversed by those with regenerative or retrieval powers.
• Certain protected or sacred items may resist theft.
• The user might become overwhelmed or corrupted by stolen energy or powers.
• Victims with strong willpower or psychic defense may resist theft of intangibles.