Life-Force Manipulation


 * For a gallery of examples for Life-Force Manipulation, see here.

The ability to manipulate the essence of Life, Which is present in all living beings throughout the universe. A secondary power of Energy Manipulation, opposing power of Death-Force Manipulation, and the lesser version of Aether Manipulation.

Also Called
(The names above include the basic names for this ability, for a full list see "Other Terms for Life-Force")

Capabilities
The user can sense and manipulate the forces that allow life to flourish throughout the universe, allowing some to control organic beings or to request assistance from the universe itself. Highly skilled users may be able to control their own Life-Force in order to live forever. Contrary to some belief systems Life-Force is usually invisible and contains no color. When manipulated properly, the user may be able to contain it in a colored bacteria or energy. The most capable users are often microscopic bacteria or single-celled organisms. It is used as the main power of the fifth element known as Aether.

Applications
Controlling and manipulating Life-Force may include other Skills such as:

It is believed that this ability is the building block to all Elemental Abilities

Variations

 * Aether Manipulation- The unique celestial element.
 * Aura Manipulation- Deals with the concentration of spiritual energy.
 * Chi Manipulation- Deals with controlling the body's physical energy.
 * Spiritual Force Manipulation- Deals with energy from soul
 * Energy Manipulation - Primary ability of this power.
 * Mana Manipulation- Combines the essence of both life-energy and magic.
 * Samsara Manipulation- Controls the cycle of life
 * Touch of Life and Death- Control the flow of life with one's touch.

Limitations

 * May require a genetic connector to the source
 * Using too much life force may cause one to become exhausted, or die.
 * User requires to absorb life energy from others to sustain life after natural death.