We the Lost - Powers Post
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termineurGabriel (aka Sylar) has a lot of special abilities. Some of them he may never use, but they’re still there. Here’s a list:
Intuitive Aptitude – As described by him, this is the ability to understand how things work, and how to fix them if they’re broken. It seems to work for all complex systems. Unfortunately, it also compels the person with it to understand as much as they possibly can. This has resulted in Sylar opening up a number of people to ‘see how they worked’ and to copy their ability. It has been such a huge part of Gabriel’s life that he doesn’t know who he’d be without it, but he is trying to push it towards better uses. This is a passive ability.
Telekinesis - Gabriel is extremely advanced in his use of telekinesis, having practiced with it heavily since he acquired it. He has enough force to flip over a semi truck and can manipulate several objects at the same time. He also has extremely good fine control, demonstrated when he removed an aneurism. He can also use it for limited levitation. He uses hand gestures to help direct his concentration, but can still use the TK (albeit less effectively) when immobile.
Rapid Cellular Regeneration - Heals physical injuries in a matter of minutes or seconds. Due to the fact that the cells continue to regenerate, it also stops the aging process. There is a small spot in the brain that is vulnerable, if wounded, to stopping this regeneration process. Otherwise, everything else will heal, no matter the damage. This is a passive ability.
Alchemy - The ability to turn touched objects into gold.
Clairsentience - The ability to perceive the history of an object while touching it. This ability is less reliable than some of the others, and he is somewhat less likely to use it. Note: This is a very info-mod-ey type of power, so I will NOT use it unless someone asks for it. This power is opt-in only.
Sound manipulation - The ability to mimic and distort noise, replicate frequencies, and create concussive sonic blasts. He’s unlikely to use this ability for anything but noise distortion.
Electric manipulation - The ability to propel charges of electricity, even up to fatal voltage. This ability emanates from the hands in the form of ‘blue lightning’. Gabriel is very unlikely to use this ability, due to his past with it. It may crop up on those occasions that he feels particularly threatened, but telekinesis would be far more likely to come to his defense first.
Lie Detection - The ability to sense when someone speaks a deliberate lie. This is a passive ability.
We the Lost Exclusive Powers
Never getting lost in the forest - Given by the trees in late April 2018. After this point, if Gabriel ever finds himself lost in one of the forests of the Meadous, he'll find that there seems to be a Convenient Path nearby that leads back to somewhere he's familiar with.
Strengths and Weaknesses: There are also a number of strengths and weaknesses pointed out by the canon that don't appear to be special abilities. I thought I'd list those here, well.
-Resistance to poison, sedatives, and other external influences: He seems very resistant to drugs (even without the regeneration. He also has the capability of resisting other people's powers, if they rely on external influences like sound, and if he is ready and waiting for it.
-Susceptible to mental manipulation: He is very weak to telepaths and anyone who might manipulate his mind. He's especially weak to things that push on his emotions.
Hopefully that gives a good idea of what he’s capable and what he’s likely to use. I will ask before using a power that directly affects your character. However, if I for some reason over-step my bounds- for example, I end up using the intuitive aptitude to have him figure something out that you'd rather he didn't- just let me know. I'm always happy to edit!
If there’s anything you’d like to suggest, or would like to very much ask me not to use with regards to your character, please comment here or tell me via plurk. You can also ask here if you could use clarification on any of these abilities. Thank you!
Intuitive Aptitude – As described by him, this is the ability to understand how things work, and how to fix them if they’re broken. It seems to work for all complex systems. Unfortunately, it also compels the person with it to understand as much as they possibly can. This has resulted in Sylar opening up a number of people to ‘see how they worked’ and to copy their ability. It has been such a huge part of Gabriel’s life that he doesn’t know who he’d be without it, but he is trying to push it towards better uses. This is a passive ability.
Telekinesis - Gabriel is extremely advanced in his use of telekinesis, having practiced with it heavily since he acquired it. He has enough force to flip over a semi truck and can manipulate several objects at the same time. He also has extremely good fine control, demonstrated when he removed an aneurism. He can also use it for limited levitation. He uses hand gestures to help direct his concentration, but can still use the TK (albeit less effectively) when immobile.
Rapid Cellular Regeneration - Heals physical injuries in a matter of minutes or seconds. Due to the fact that the cells continue to regenerate, it also stops the aging process. There is a small spot in the brain that is vulnerable, if wounded, to stopping this regeneration process. Otherwise, everything else will heal, no matter the damage. This is a passive ability.
Alchemy - The ability to turn touched objects into gold.
Clairsentience - The ability to perceive the history of an object while touching it. This ability is less reliable than some of the others, and he is somewhat less likely to use it. Note: This is a very info-mod-ey type of power, so I will NOT use it unless someone asks for it. This power is opt-in only.
Sound manipulation - The ability to mimic and distort noise, replicate frequencies, and create concussive sonic blasts. He’s unlikely to use this ability for anything but noise distortion.
Electric manipulation - The ability to propel charges of electricity, even up to fatal voltage. This ability emanates from the hands in the form of ‘blue lightning’. Gabriel is very unlikely to use this ability, due to his past with it. It may crop up on those occasions that he feels particularly threatened, but telekinesis would be far more likely to come to his defense first.
Lie Detection - The ability to sense when someone speaks a deliberate lie. This is a passive ability.
We the Lost Exclusive Powers
Never getting lost in the forest - Given by the trees in late April 2018. After this point, if Gabriel ever finds himself lost in one of the forests of the Meadous, he'll find that there seems to be a Convenient Path nearby that leads back to somewhere he's familiar with.
Strengths and Weaknesses: There are also a number of strengths and weaknesses pointed out by the canon that don't appear to be special abilities. I thought I'd list those here, well.
-Resistance to poison, sedatives, and other external influences: He seems very resistant to drugs (even without the regeneration. He also has the capability of resisting other people's powers, if they rely on external influences like sound, and if he is ready and waiting for it.
-Susceptible to mental manipulation: He is very weak to telepaths and anyone who might manipulate his mind. He's especially weak to things that push on his emotions.
Hopefully that gives a good idea of what he’s capable and what he’s likely to use. I will ask before using a power that directly affects your character. However, if I for some reason over-step my bounds- for example, I end up using the intuitive aptitude to have him figure something out that you'd rather he didn't- just let me know. I'm always happy to edit!
If there’s anything you’d like to suggest, or would like to very much ask me not to use with regards to your character, please comment here or tell me via plurk. You can also ask here if you could use clarification on any of these abilities. Thank you!
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5/7/18 15:43 (UTC)Awesome, okay! I'm looking forward to it, then!