Fiction:Soul Ascention

Soul Ascention is a process by which the soul leaves the body and then takes on a corporeal form of its own, known as an avatar. Avatars are often far more powerful than the original body. It is extremely difficult for this process to occur, and only individuals who have spent an extremely long period of time in meditation and dedication can attain it. Some religions attribute the ability to Spode's favor, although in some cases creatures can ascend simply through concentrated power of will or extreme emotion.

The first Ascention is always extremely dangerous, as if the ascendent does not completely focus on attaining their ascended state, their souls will not form properly and thus will not return to the body intact, either killing the ascendent or driving them insane. Every time a soul ascends, though, it becomes easier.

When the soul is ascended, the body is still present in the material universe, and is extremely vulnerable. Even a slight nudge can have catastrophic effects if it disrupts the ascendent, and a sharp nudge can sever the mental link to the avatar, killing the ascendent outright.

Ascended Abilities
Here are the most common abilities shared by ascended avatars:


 * Immortality: Since an avatar is a physical incarnation of a soul, it is immortal. While its body may be harmed, the soul that powers it is untouched, and so the avatar cannot be slain.
 * Resurrection: If an avatar's form is slain, the controlling soul can sometimes revive it, the sheer force of will of the ascendent bringing the body back to life.
 * Control of Energy: Avatars are often associated with a type of energy, for example light, heat, electricity e.t.c. Avatars that are thusly associated are often able to control, manipulate and 'create' this energy type (by converting nearby energy into the given type).
 * Supernatural abilities: Many Avatars have abilities that are considered unnatural, such as impossible strength, speed and reflexes. While mortal beings move as fast as a muscle, avatars move as fast as thought itself.

List of Ascendents
So far, no Sporewiki creatures have become able to ascend, but eventually most leaders/ heroes will be able to.

Trivia

 * Soul Ascention draws a lot of inspiration from Warhammer 40,000, as well as other sources.