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Subtle Body Manipulation

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The power to manipulate the subtle body.

Also Called[]

  • Subtle Body Control

Capabilities[]

The user can manipulate the subtle body, the uniquely ethereal form(s) associated with one’s physical being. These aspects are not quite entirely spiritual and/or mental, yet not entirely physical either. It is essentially a set of liminal, energized strata that comprise the individual.

In many Western esotericism traditions, belief holds that the body and mind exist as separate entities, controlling different aspects of peoples’ abilities to perceive the world around them (mind-body dualism). There is a distinction between how one physically interacts with the world and how one mentally understands the world.

According to a number of East Asian traditions (notably Yogic, Tantric and Taoist), the entirety of one’s being is actually a multi-layered construct made up of the physical, spiritual and liminal aspects mingling together to create a fully formed being. Forming said body often entails various physical exercises (e.g., breathing, poses) and mental training practices (e.g., meditation, self-examination).

Users who are able to control their subtle bodies (through whatever system or form they choose or are trained to do) are capable of attaining potent levels of supernatural might associated with the body, mind and soul. The greater the amount of training, the higher one’s physical, mental and spiritual ascension can go.

Types[]

There are different interpretations of the subtle body, each with its own traditions, models and set of operations. Some examples of models and systems include:

Chakras are lotus-shaped vortices of life energy lined up along the path of the spine. Each is related to specific sets of emotions, physical senses, mental abilities and spiritual aspects. They are related to many Yoga traditions and are developed through body and mind-based exercises. See Chakra Point Manipulation.

Body meridians are a network of pathways in the body, similar in design to the vascular system, through which chi, or life-force, flows. They are accessed, opened and strengthened through training and medicinal practices like acupressure and acupuncture. See Body Meridian Manipulation.

The astral body is a supernatural essence and/or energy said to exist in some form between the physical body and the soul. Through mindfulness practices, individuals can project it from themselves, allowing for traveling long distances or even reaching alternate planes of existence, notably the astral plane. See Astral Manipulation.

The etheric body is considered the first layer of the energy field known as the aura. It is connected to the physical body itself and said to be made up of extremely fine particles, lighter and more sublime than the human form. It is largely responsible for physical well-being. See Etheric Body Manipulation.

The mental body is often referred to as the mind. It is the reservoir for ideas, thoughts and consciousness. Whatever kind of information can be accessed must go through this subtle body. Learning and communication are born from this particular power. See Mental Manipulation.

The causal body is considered the seed of the gross body and the subtle body. It is called the body of ignorance, space or bliss. It is the stillness one enters when engaging in mental exercises, allowing for the ascension to greater states of mindfulness. In spite of its seemingly simplistic nature, it plays an important connective role between the other bodies.

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Limitations[]

  • Life-Force Absorption/Inhibition
  • May only be able to manipulate particular subtle body and/or system.
  • May be limited to controlling one’s own subtle body.
  • May require proper physical, emotional, mental and/or spiritual balance to properly control subtle body.

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