SPIRITUAL PERSONIFICATION
Not all spirits are capable of reaching great heights, yet those who do, those who ordain enough spiritual energy and elevate themselves within the publicโs gaze, can mantle titles of personification. Be it a concept, a chaotic force of nature, or a strong emotion, spirits can transcend their individuality and become an embodiment of the concept itself, commonly referred to as a personification. Commonly referred to as a Shลchลka or Jinkakuka in holy texts, these spirits can extend their influence greatly, beyond will, belief, recognition, allowing them to anchor themselves as enduring presences within the metaphysical order of spirits.
In mantling a concept, the raw ideology channels through them, heavily influencing their mind and body. While no concept is inherently good nor evil, their morality is defined by what they were prior, be it thief or saint in life, this heavily plays into the power they gather in death. The concept however, does not overwrite the spirit, it amplifies it, exaggerating vices and virtues as they lose the ability to discern personal intent and abstract principle.
There are several ways one can mantle a concept, and become a Personification. The first, and arguably most common, is when a spirit forcefully consumes the old Personification, and in turn, takes over their mantle. Should a spirit be unable, they may try to forcefully mantle the concept through means of a freeform ritual, requiring a living sacrifice, as well as objects or methods that tie to the concept they wish to claim. The third, and most difficult, is to gain the attention and favor of the Kami. Them, and them alone, can personally grant the metaphysical powers Personifications hold, and create new concepts entirely.
Let it be known that no personification is safe to be around. These beings have gained exorbitant amounts of power, and can easily dispatch a human life should they so choose. With such, they are to be highly feared, revered, or simply fled from.
Below, is a public list of all known mantles which are personified upon the isle of Norowarejima. Specified documents can be found within the Heiwaku Town Library.
Tsumiyaku-no-Kami - REDEMPTION
Yuyami-no-Kami - SILENCE
Unmekumo-no-Kami - FATE
Sazanami-no-Kaze - ORDER
Kadomori-no-Ishigami - FORTITUDE
Oborozuki - DESPAIR
Seichiro-sama & Tsunemai-sama - PROMISE & DEVOTION
Yoinaru - NIGHT
Yuhina - DAY
Yorikoha - DUSK
Yumeika - DAWN
Tsuyukage - DESOLATION
Kurotsuno - PERIL
Itsuki - LUCK & MISFORTUNE
Hyakugan-mushi - FILTH
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