Powers Via Object


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The power in which one can obtain supernatural powers through objects. A variation of Affinity.

Also Called

 * Artifact Magic
 * Object Magic
 * Artifact Affinity
 * Object Affinity

Capabilities

 * The power continues as long as the user touches the object, but can last temporarily if the user loses touch.


 * Several users have powers that given via magical objects of great or destructive power, or technological weaponary.

Trivia

 * An example of a character that loses their powers instantly when their sacred objects are removed is Wonder Woman. During an episode her Golden Belt of Strength was removed and instantly she had the strength of her natural body mass.
 * Some characters gain permanent powers based on a single interaction with a powerful object or artifact. One example of this is Captain America's permanent long-life, super-strength, and endurance based on his one-time use of the Super-Soldier Serum, or the Hulk's permanent strength and endurance based on his exposure to gamma radiation.

Limits

 * If the object is taken away, or destroyed, the use will lose their power.
 * There is telling how a powerful object will fare if pinned against another.
 * May no function if dealt with possible interference.