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	Cosmoria is a dualistic universe, meaning there are two fundamental substances therein. The more familiar "sarkic energy," meaning of the body, represents ~~95%~~ of Cosmoria's substance. It is the stuff of atoms, energy, stars, planets, and all living things. The rest is "ousic energy," meaning energy of the mind. Intelligence, abstract thinking, and a component of emotion exist as ousic energy. Bridging these realms is the '''Pylon''', a gateway between the ousic and sarkic made of both energies.		Cosmoria is a dualistic universe, meaning there are two fundamental substances therein. The more familiar "sarkic energy," meaning of the body, represents roughly half of Cosmoria's substance. It is the stuff of atoms, energy, stars, planets, and all living things. The rest is "ousic energy," meaning energy of the mind. Intelligence, abstract thinking, and a component of emotion exist as ousic energy. Bridging these realms is the '''Pylon''', a gateway between the ousic and sarkic made of both energies.

	The most notable pylon is the [[Lux Aeterna]], Cosmoria's centerpiece around which all stars orbit. Trillions of pylons orbit with these stars, each contained in the brain. They allow energy to flow between primitive structures in the brain and the [[Minds\|mind]]. Every pylon casts a shadow on the Lux Aeterna in the form of a one-dimensional point of light. Colloquially, every pylon exists "within" the Lux Aeterna.		The most notable pylon is the [[Lux Aeterna]], Cosmoria's centerpiece around which all stars orbit. Trillions of pylons orbit with these stars, each contained in the brain. They allow energy to flow between primitive structures in the brain and the [[Minds\|mind]]. Every pylon casts a shadow on the Lux Aeterna in the form of a one-dimensional point of light. Colloquially, every pylon exists "within" the Lux Aeterna.

	== Ambipontis Pylons ==		== Ambipontis Pylons ==
	The '''Ambipontis''' is the primary pylon for intelligent organisms. Like an essential organ, the ambipontis transmits information between the mind and brain. In the same way, not every organism has one. There are many ways to connect the brain and mind, but no matter the method, every organism has an equivalent structure.		The '''Ambipontis''' is the primary pylon for intelligent organisms. Like an essential organ, the ambipontis transmits information between the mind and brain. In the same way, not every organism has one. There are many ways to connect the brain and mind, but no matter the method, every organism has an equivalent structure.

	The acquisition of a pylon varies from species to species. For species with long gestation periods, pylons are matrilineally inherited. At birth, the child has a nascent mind and a copy of their mother's pylon. Mistakes in the process are rare and far more likely to produce surplus pylons than none. Excess pylons usually go to the child, but occasionally stay with the mother. For the egg-laying species, pylons are "contagious." A miniscule portion of a parent's pylon goes to each egg and matures with exposure to others.		The acquisition of a pylon varies from species to species. For species with long gestation periods, pylons are matrilineally inherited. At birth, the child has a nascent mind and a copy of their mother's pylon. Mistakes in the process are rare and far more likely to produce surplus pylons than none. Excess pylons usually go to the child, but occasionally stay with the mother. For the egg-laying species, pylons are "contagious." A miniscule portion of a parent's pylon goes to each egg and matures with exposure to others.
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	Since pylons interact with the Lux Aeterna, their energy can enter the universe as naturally as any mind could sustain a thought. Aeternal energy is in a perpetual state of excitation, like water held back by a dam. Thus, when a Magi allows for energy to enter Cosmoria, nearly all of it tries to leave at once. Each pylon, however, can only channel energy proportional to its strength. This strength is usually determined at the formation of the mind but can change over time based on several factors.		Since pylons interact with the Lux Aeterna, their energy can enter the universe as naturally as any mind could sustain a thought. Aeternal energy is in a perpetual state of excitation, like water held back by a dam. Thus, when a Magi allows for energy to enter Cosmoria, nearly all of it tries to leave at once. Each pylon, however, can only channel energy proportional to its strength. This strength is usually determined at the formation of the mind but can change over time based on several factors.

	Another trait determined at formation is its wavelength. Normal pylons create microscopic charges to transfer information. Excess pylons most commonly produce photons instead, particles with "higher tempo" on the [[Cosmoria#Particles\|Particle Scale]]. Other particles allow for other abilities but become rarer as mass increases.		Another trait determined at formation is its wavelength or '''Tempo'''. Normal pylons create microscopic charges to transfer information. Excess pylons most commonly produce photons instead, particles with "higher tempo" on the [[Cosmoria#Particles\|Particle Scale]]. Other particles allow for other abilities but become rarer as mass increases.

	Even for the strongest of pylons, the overuse of a pylon is an ever-present risk. Pylon strength can decrease after overexertion, which will result in significant injury. This is a common end for overzealous magi. This manifests in the physical universe as what is known as "shattering," or the explosive release of radiation from the brain. A dangerous phenomenon, shattering can simply disable the pylon without killing the magi. The most extreme shattering events can destroy the brain. For non-magi, the forces involved are imperceptibly minute, but enough to be a common definition for death in most disciplines of medicine. If the Ambipontis breaks down, the person is ~~dead~~.		Even for the strongest of pylons, the overuse of a pylon is an ever-present risk. Pylon strength can decrease after overexertion, which will result in significant injury. This is a common end for overzealous magi. This manifests in the physical universe as what is known as "shattering," or the explosive release of radiation from the brain. A dangerous phenomenon, shattering can simply disable the pylon without killing the magi. The most extreme shattering events can destroy the brain. For non-magi, the forces involved are imperceptibly minute, but enough to be a common definition for death in most disciplines of medicine. If the Ambipontis breaks down, the person invariably dies.

	In the event of shattering, there is a chance the pylon breaks away and takes some of the host with it. This parasitic mind is called a '''Corrupted Pylon'''. Affixed to the original mind, corrupted pylons are usually capable of more effectively using Thaumaturgy. This parasite, a type of [[~~Spirit~~]], can only interact with the physical universe through its host and has minimal influence unless it controls a greater portion of the mind. Most corrupted pylons die with their host, but some escape to become free-floating spirits, a worst-case scenario during shattering.		In the event of shattering, there is a chance the pylon breaks away and takes some of the host with it. This parasitic mind is called a '''Corrupted Pylon'''. Affixed to the original mind, corrupted pylons are usually capable of more effectively using Thaumaturgy. This parasite, a type of [[Spirits (Cosmoria)\|spirit]], can only interact with the physical universe through its host and has minimal influence unless it controls a greater portion of the mind. Most corrupted pylons die with their host, but some escape to become free-floating spirits, a worst-case scenario during shattering.

	== Invocative Pylons ==		== Invocative Pylons ==
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	Magi may forgo their pylon for a direction connection with any plane or even the Lux Aeterna. This allows circumvention of the typical Pylon "limit" entirely, though such freedom comes with multiple costs. The planar energy intersecting the Magi's mind causes gradual influence from the plane's base concept on the individual. This slowly whittles away at the individuality of any Esoteric Magi who utilizes one of the planes. The other difficulty presented is the lack of a starting position. Pylons are like a third eye for thaumic energy, but finding plains is an entire journey, let alone mastering their use.		Magi may forgo their pylon for a direction connection with any plane or even the Lux Aeterna. This allows circumvention of the typical Pylon "limit" entirely, though such freedom comes with multiple costs. The planar energy intersecting the Magi's mind causes gradual influence from the plane's base concept on the individual. This slowly whittles away at the individuality of any Esoteric Magi who utilizes one of the planes. The other difficulty presented is the lack of a starting position. Pylons are like a third eye for thaumic energy, but finding plains is an entire journey, let alone mastering their use.

	[[Neuromancy]] is an art form that does more than bypass the pylon. Using neuromancy, consciousness flows between the brain and mind through esoteric thaumaturgy. Their belief system, called [[Synapticism]], calls to remove the pylon altogether.		[[Neuromancy]] is an art form that does more than bypass the pylon. Using neuromancy, consciousness flows between the brain and mind through esoteric thaumaturgy. Their belief system, called [[Synapticism]], calls to remove the pylon altogether and to make one like a spirit, which usually do not have pylons themselves.

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	Since pylons interact with the Lux Aeterna, their energy can enter the universe as naturally as any mind could sustain a thought. Aeternal energy is in a perpetual state of excitation, like water held back by a dam. Thus, when a Magi allows for energy to enter Cosmoria, nearly all of it tries to leave at once. Each pylon, however, can only channel energy proportional to its strength. This strength is usually determined at the formation of the mind but can change over time based on several factors.		Since pylons interact with the Lux Aeterna, their energy can enter the universe as naturally as any mind could sustain a thought. Aeternal energy is in a perpetual state of excitation, like water held back by a dam. Thus, when a Magi allows for energy to enter Cosmoria, nearly all of it tries to leave at once. Each pylon, however, can only channel energy proportional to its strength. This strength is usually determined at the formation of the mind but can change over time based on several factors.

	Another trait determined at formation is its wavelength. Normal pylons create microscopic charges to transfer information. Excess pylons most commonly produce photons instead, a "~~lighter"~~ ~~particle~~ on the [[Cosmoria#Particles\|Particle Scale]]. Other particles allow for other abilities but become rarer as mass increases.		Another trait determined at formation is its wavelength. Normal pylons create microscopic charges to transfer information. Excess pylons most commonly produce photons instead, particles with "higher tempo" on the [[Cosmoria#Particles\|Particle Scale]]. Other particles allow for other abilities but become rarer as mass increases.

	Even for the strongest of pylons, the overuse of a pylon is an ever-present risk. Pylon strength can decrease after overexertion, which will result in significant injury. This is a common end for overzealous magi. This manifests in the physical universe as what is known as "shattering," or the explosive release of radiation from the brain. A dangerous phenomenon, shattering can simply disable the pylon without killing the magi. The most extreme shattering events can destroy the brain. For non-magi, the forces involved are imperceptibly minute, but enough to be a common definition for death in most disciplines of medicine. If the Ambipontis breaks down, the person is dead.		Even for the strongest of pylons, the overuse of a pylon is an ever-present risk. Pylon strength can decrease after overexertion, which will result in significant injury. This is a common end for overzealous magi. This manifests in the physical universe as what is known as "shattering," or the explosive release of radiation from the brain. A dangerous phenomenon, shattering can simply disable the pylon without killing the magi. The most extreme shattering events can destroy the brain. For non-magi, the forces involved are imperceptibly minute, but enough to be a common definition for death in most disciplines of medicine. If the Ambipontis breaks down, the person is dead.

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	The '''Pylon''' is a gateway between the [[Minds\|mind]] and the physical universe. For the vast majority of people, the pylon ~~transmit~~ information between the brain and the mind~~. Like an essential organ, the pylon keeps the mind tethered to the physical universe. The most notable secondary application is [[Classical Thaumaturgy]]~~. Pylons ~~impact the universe the most, however, in placing~~ a natural limit on lifespans. ~~The~~ gradual decay ~~of a pylon~~ causes most deaths in societies where medicine has abolished most disease.		The '''Pylon''' is a gateway between the [[Minds\|mind]] and the physical universe. For the vast majority of people, the pylon transmits information between the brain and the mind. Pylons place a natural limit on lifespans; their gradual decay causes most deaths in societies where medicine has abolished most disease.

	Most forms of Thaumaturgy rely on the pylon or a parallel organ. Similar concepts appear in Thaumaturgy related to [[Neuromancy]] and [[Invocative Thaumaturgy]].		Most forms of Thaumaturgy rely on the pylon or a parallel organ, most notably [[Classical Thaumaturgy]]. Similar concepts appear in Thaumaturgy related to [[Neuromancy]] and [[Invocative Thaumaturgy]].

	== Ambipontis ==		== Ambipontis ==

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	The '''Pylon''' is ~~the~~ ~~manifestation~~ of the [[Minds\|mind]] in the ~~[[Lux~~ ~~Aeterna]],~~ the ~~center~~ of ~~[[Cosmoria]]~~. Like an essential organ, the pylon ~~links~~ the ~~metaphysical~~ mind to the physical universe~~. Energy travels both directions in pylons, synchronizing the mind and brain~~. The most notable secondary application is [[Classical Thaumaturgy]]. Pylons impact the universe the most, however, in placing a natural limit on lifespans. The gradual decay of a pylon causes most deaths in societies where medicine has abolished most disease.		The '''Pylon''' is a gateway between the [[Minds\|mind]] and the physical universe. For the vast majority of people, the pylon transmit information between the brain and the mind. Like an essential organ, the pylon keeps the mind tethered to the physical universe. The most notable secondary application is [[Classical Thaumaturgy]]. Pylons impact the universe the most, however, in placing a natural limit on lifespans. The gradual decay of a pylon causes most deaths in societies where medicine has abolished most disease.

	Most forms of Thaumaturgy rely on the pylon or a parallel organ. Similar concepts appear in Thaumaturgy related to [[Neuromancy]] and [[Invocative Thaumaturgy]].		Most forms of Thaumaturgy rely on the pylon or a parallel organ. Similar concepts appear in Thaumaturgy related to [[Neuromancy]] and [[Invocative Thaumaturgy]].

			== Ambipontis ==
			Cosmoria is a dualistic universe, meaning there are two fundamental substances therein. The more familiar "sarkic energy," meaning of the body, represents 95% of Cosmoria's substance. It is the stuff of atoms, energy, stars, planets, and all living things. The rest is "ousic energy," meaning energy of the mind. Intelligence, abstract thinking, and a component of emotion exist as ousic energy. Bridging these realms is the '''Ambipontis''', the most basic pylon. Like an essential organ, the ambipontis transmits information between the mind and brain. In the same way, not every organism has one. There are many ways to connect the brain and mind, but no matter the method, every organism has an equivalent structure.

	== Aeternal Pylons ==		== Aeternal Pylons ==
	"For every mind, there exists a corresponding pylon in the Lux Aeterna," is a law that applies to nearly every intelligent organism. ~~Any~~ ~~being~~ ~~with~~ a ~~mind~~ ~~can~~ ~~interface~~ ~~with~~ ~~its pylon~~, ~~which~~ ~~can~~ be ~~thought~~ of as ~~simply~~ a ~~part~~ of the ~~broader~~ ~~mind~~. ~~The~~ ~~strength of the mind~~ corresponds roughly with the "weight" of the pylon, how ~~"heavy"~~ it is ~~within~~ ~~the Lux Aeterna~~. In other words, pylons can vary in how much they can interact with the Lux Aeterna, just like how different particles interact with forces at different strengths. If a pylon is heavy enough, it can interact with the universe well beyond the central nervous system. This ability is the bedrock of Classical Thaumaturgy.		"For every mind, there exists a corresponding pylon in the [[Lux Aeterna]]," is a law that applies to nearly every intelligent organism. Pylons are said to exist "within" the Lux Aeterna, but what exists there is more similar to a shadow of the actual object. Thaumic ability corresponds roughly with the "weight" of the pylon, how much energy it can let through. In other words, pylons can vary in how much they can interact with the Lux Aeterna, just like how different particles interact with forces at different strengths. If a pylon is heavy enough, it can interact with the universe well beyond the central nervous system. This ability is the bedrock of Classical Thaumaturgy.

	~~Energy~~ ~~from~~ the Lux Aeterna ~~can~~ be ~~channeled~~ ~~through~~ ~~a pylon~~ ~~just~~ as naturally as any mind could sustain a thought. ~~The~~ ~~Lux~~ ~~Aeterna exists~~ in a perpetual state of excitation, ~~causing~~ it to ~~try~~ to ~~leak~~ ~~into the rest of Cosmoria any way it can~~. Thus, when a Magi allows for energy to enter Cosmoria, nearly all of it tries to leave at once. Each pylon, however, can only channel energy proportional to ~~the~~ weight ~~of the pylon~~. This weight is usually determined at the formation of the mind but can change over time based on several factors. Pylons can be thought of as dams holding back a great amount of energy. Powerful ones, made of strong materials, can release water without risk. However, for the average dam, releasing much energy at all is fatal. Most intelligent beings have a set limit on their lifespans of about 200 years. This can be conceptualized as the dam breaking down as waves crash against it.		Since pylons interact with the Lux Aeterna, its energy can enter the universe as naturally as any mind could sustain a thought. Aeternal energy is in a perpetual state of excitation, like water held back by a dam. Thus, when a Magi allows for energy to enter Cosmoria, nearly all of it tries to leave at once. Each pylon, however, can only channel energy proportional to its weight. This weight is usually determined at the formation of the mind but can change over time based on several factors.

	Even for the heaviest of pylons, the overuse of a pylon is an ever-present risk. Pylons' weights can decrease after overexertion, which will result in significant injury. This is a common end for [[Magi]], users of Thaumaturgy. This manifests in the physical universe as what is known as "shattering," or the explosive release of radiation from the brain. A dangerous phenomenon, shattering usually results in great damage to the pylon, sometimes to the point of removing most if not all thaumic abilities. After enough erosion from the Lux Aeterna, pylons shatter. For non-magi, the forces involved a nearly imperceptibly small, but enough to be a common definition for death in most disciplines of medicine.		Even for the heaviest of pylons, the overuse of a pylon is an ever-present risk. Pylons' weights can decrease after overexertion, which will result in significant injury. This is a common end for [[Magi]], users of Thaumaturgy. This manifests in the physical universe as what is known as "shattering," or the explosive release of radiation from the brain. A dangerous phenomenon, shattering usually results in great damage to the pylon, sometimes to the point of removing most if not all thaumic abilities. After enough erosion from the Lux Aeterna, pylons shatter. For non-magi, the forces involved a nearly imperceptibly small, but enough to be a common definition for death in most disciplines of medicine.

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	== Aeternal Pylons ==		== Aeternal Pylons ==
	"For every mind, there exists a corresponding pylon in the Lux Aeterna," is a law that applies to every intelligent organism. Any being with a mind can interface with its pylon, which can be thought of as simply a part of the broader mind. The strength of the mind corresponds roughly with the "weight" of the pylon, how "heavy" it is within the Lux Aeterna. In other words, pylons can vary in how much they can interact with the Lux Aeterna, just like how different particles interact with forces at different strengths. If a pylon is heavy enough, it can interact with the universe well beyond the central nervous system. This ability is the bedrock of Classical Thaumaturgy.		"For every mind, there exists a corresponding pylon in the Lux Aeterna," is a law that applies to nearly every intelligent organism. Any being with a mind can interface with its pylon, which can be thought of as simply a part of the broader mind. The strength of the mind corresponds roughly with the "weight" of the pylon, how "heavy" it is within the Lux Aeterna. In other words, pylons can vary in how much they can interact with the Lux Aeterna, just like how different particles interact with forces at different strengths. If a pylon is heavy enough, it can interact with the universe well beyond the central nervous system. This ability is the bedrock of Classical Thaumaturgy.

	Energy from the Lux Aeterna can be channeled through a pylon just as naturally as any mind could sustain a thought. The Lux Aeterna exists in a perpetual state of excitation, causing it to try to leak into the rest of Cosmoria any way it can. Thus, when a Magi allows for energy to enter Cosmoria, nearly all of it tries to leave at once. Each pylon, however, can only channel energy proportional to the weight of the pylon. This weight is usually determined at the formation of the mind but can change over time based on several factors. Pylons can be thought of as dams holding back a great amount of energy. Powerful ones, made of strong materials, can release water without risk. However, for the average dam, releasing much energy at all is fatal. Most intelligent beings have a set limit on their lifespans of about 200 years. This can be conceptualized as the dam breaking down as waves crash against it.		Energy from the Lux Aeterna can be channeled through a pylon just as naturally as any mind could sustain a thought. The Lux Aeterna exists in a perpetual state of excitation, causing it to try to leak into the rest of Cosmoria any way it can. Thus, when a Magi allows for energy to enter Cosmoria, nearly all of it tries to leave at once. Each pylon, however, can only channel energy proportional to the weight of the pylon. This weight is usually determined at the formation of the mind but can change over time based on several factors. Pylons can be thought of as dams holding back a great amount of energy. Powerful ones, made of strong materials, can release water without risk. However, for the average dam, releasing much energy at all is fatal. Most intelligent beings have a set limit on their lifespans of about 200 years. This can be conceptualized as the dam breaking down as waves crash against it.