Fungal Symbiosis

The power to gain powers by hosting fungi in one's body. Variation of Symbiosis and Biological Symbiosis. Not to be confused with Gestalt Form.

Also Called

 * Fungi/Fungus Symbiosis
 * Mold/Mushroom Symbiosis

Capabilities
The user can gain powers by hosting fungi in one's body. The beings can come in a variety of forms (mold, mushrooms, yeast, etc.). They can live inside the host and be utilized according to the need. Often, the host will be able to manifest fungal abilities like spore infestation, decomposition, shapeshifting and even a more robust physique, due to the symbiote's influence.

As a living, possibly intelligent being, the fungal symbiote will most likely do what it can to ensure the welfare of its host so the relationship can continue successfully. As with other forms of Symbiosis, it can come with a price.

Applications

 * Fungal Mimicry
 * Fungus Manipulation
 * Fungal Empowerment
 * Life Link
 * Physical Augmentation
 * Regeneration Manipulation
 * Spore Manipulation
 * Symbiotic Connection
 * Symbiotic Transformation

Associations

 * Biological Symbiosis
 * Decomposition Manipulation
 * Organic Manipulation

Limitations

 * The fungus may take over the host's body (Possession).
 * The symbiote's weaknesses may be passed onto the host.
 * The symbiote may require certain conditions/substances (food, water, etc.) to survive.
 * Powerful fungi may harm or even destroy the host.
 * Extended bond may result in permanent merge between host and symbiote.

Known Users

 * Miko’s Allies (Battleborn)
 * Kinoko Komori (Boku no Hero Academia)
 * The Grey Avatars (DC Comics)
 * Armil Rad Arbuscular (Gesellschaft Blume)
 * The Slim Slime Man (Grossology)
 * Cioccolata (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part V: Vento Aureo); via Green Day
 * Mad Hatter (Monster Girl Encyclopedia)
 * Paras and Parasect (Pokémon)