Tranquil State

The ability to enter a state of self-induced tranquility. Not to be confused with Apathy.

Also Called

 * Nerves of Steel
 * Tranquility

Capabilities
Users of this ability can remain calm in virtually any situation. This allows one to think with perfect clarity, even when under extreme emotional or physical distress. High level users are essentially immune to emotional manipulation and highly resistant to torture.

Applications

 * Fear Masking
 * Avoid hesitating in some situations.
 * Give the impression that one is immune to pain.
 * Intimidation by demonstrating total disregard of pain or willingness to do anything to achieve their goal.
 * May allow Empaths to use their powers with greater ease.
 * Think clearly in dangerous situations.

Variations
Emotionless Shell  Tranquil Fury
 * Temporarily or permanently empty oneself of emotion. Allows the user to operate at peak efficient by blocking out any external distractions, may alter the properties of the user's chi.
 * Power Mixture with Feral Mind, that allows the user to channel the power of their rage while maintaining absolute control. Users of this ability can attack with the relentless strength of a madman, while gaining the speed and precision of a surgeon.

Associations

 * Aura Manipulation
 * Chi Manipulation
 * Empathy
 * Fear Masking
 * Indomitable Will
 * Martial Arts Intuition
 * Pain Suppression
 * Serenity Inducement
 * Spiritual Meditation

Limitations

 * Low-level users may only be able to maintain this state for a short time.
 * Constant suppression of emotions may result in mental instability.
 * Pain is still felt although the reaction is suppressed.
 * May require meditation to perform.
 * Certain events can cause users to be caught off guard.