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[[File: | [[File:Makoto shoots himself.gif|center|Makoto Yuki summoning his Persona using an Evoker]] | ||
==Background== | |||
'''Summoning''' is the ability to call forth various beings, bringing them into the user's presence through supernatural, magical, or metaphysical means. The summoned entities may originate from distant locations, alternate planes of existence, separate universes, or even conceptual realms. Depending on the nature of the summoning, these beings can be material, intangible, or abstract in form. | |||
This ability is often utilized for combat assistance, guidance, or acquiring knowledge from higher beings. Some summons may act independently, while others remain bound to the user’s will. The nature of the summoned entities and the summoning process itself varies, with some requiring rituals, contracts, or energy expenditure to maintain their presence. | |||
== | ==Also Called== | ||
* | * Entity Conjuration | ||
* | * Invocation | ||
* | * Eidolon Summoning | ||
== Users == | ==Possible Applications== | ||
* | * '''Material Summoning:''' Calling forth physical beings that interact with the material world. | ||
* | * '''Intangible Summoning:''' Bringing forth spirits, energy-based entities, or conceptual beings. | ||
[[Category:Powers and | * '''Higher Entity Invocation:''' Summoning powerful deities, cosmic beings, or eldritch entities for guidance or assistance. | ||
==Potential Types== | |||
* '''Basic Entity Summoning:''' The ability to summon standard creatures or spirits for various tasks. | |||
** '''Abilities include:''' Summoning animals, spirits, or elemental beings. | |||
** '''Example Users:''' | |||
* '''Contract-Based Summoning:''' Requires an agreement between the summoner and the entity, often imposing conditions. | |||
** '''Abilities include:''' Forming pacts with entities, ensuring loyalty or specific services. | |||
** '''Example Users:''' | |||
* '''Forced Summoning:''' Calls an entity against its will, compelling it to appear. | |||
** '''Abilities include:''' Summoning hostile or unwilling beings, often at a cost. | |||
** '''Example Users:''' | |||
==Possible Limitations== | |||
* Summoned entities may have independent will and refuse to obey. | |||
* Certain summons require energy, rituals, or materials to maintain. | |||
* Higher beings may impose their own conditions or demand sacrifices. | |||
* Some entities may have restrictions on where or when they can be summoned. | |||
[[Category:Powers and Techniques]] | |||
Latest revision as of 18:30, 31 January 2025
Background
Summoning is the ability to call forth various beings, bringing them into the user's presence through supernatural, magical, or metaphysical means. The summoned entities may originate from distant locations, alternate planes of existence, separate universes, or even conceptual realms. Depending on the nature of the summoning, these beings can be material, intangible, or abstract in form.
This ability is often utilized for combat assistance, guidance, or acquiring knowledge from higher beings. Some summons may act independently, while others remain bound to the user’s will. The nature of the summoned entities and the summoning process itself varies, with some requiring rituals, contracts, or energy expenditure to maintain their presence.
Also Called
- Entity Conjuration
- Invocation
- Eidolon Summoning
Possible Applications
- Material Summoning: Calling forth physical beings that interact with the material world.
- Intangible Summoning: Bringing forth spirits, energy-based entities, or conceptual beings.
- Higher Entity Invocation: Summoning powerful deities, cosmic beings, or eldritch entities for guidance or assistance.
Potential Types
- Basic Entity Summoning: The ability to summon standard creatures or spirits for various tasks.
- Abilities include: Summoning animals, spirits, or elemental beings.
- Example Users:
- Contract-Based Summoning: Requires an agreement between the summoner and the entity, often imposing conditions.
- Abilities include: Forming pacts with entities, ensuring loyalty or specific services.
- Example Users:
- Forced Summoning: Calls an entity against its will, compelling it to appear.
- Abilities include: Summoning hostile or unwilling beings, often at a cost.
- Example Users:
Possible Limitations
- Summoned entities may have independent will and refuse to obey.
- Certain summons require energy, rituals, or materials to maintain.
- Higher beings may impose their own conditions or demand sacrifices.
- Some entities may have restrictions on where or when they can be summoned.
