Multiple Selves

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==Summary==
Multiple Selves is the ability which allows to have several different entities existing within one being. They can either be minds, souls, living organisms or even combinations of these types. This ability has a number of advantages and a number of shortcomings.
==Types==
Type 1 (Multiple Minds): Generally describes those who have one or more personas or personalities co-inhabiting their mind. Note that characters that simply suffer from a dissociative identity disorder (also known as multiple personality disorder) don't normally qualify for this ability; in order to meet the requirements, their alternative identities must be extremely relevant, influent and grant them exceptional or supernatural powers, abilities and/or resistances, sometimes even affecting the very structure of their body.
* Examples: Kenshin Himura (Rurouni Kenshin), Alien X (Ben 10), Moon Knight (Marvel Comics)
Type 2 (Multiple Souls): Generally describes those who have one or more spirits or souls co-inhabiting their body. Those who are possessed by one or multiple spiritual beings would fall under this category. In order to qualify as "selves" such spiritual beings should preferably be sentient, regardless of them being autonomous, dormant or forcibly controlled.
* Examples: Yugi Muto (Yu-Gi-Oh!), Dani Phantom (Danny Phantom), Diavolo (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure), Kiryu (Godzilla)
Type 3 (Multiple Organisms): Generally describes those who have one or more organisms co-inhabiting their body. This includes parasites, symbiotes, multiple heads and such.
* Examples: Venom (Edward Brock) (Marvel Comics), Shinichi Izumi (Parasyte), Zygarde (Pokémon), Ryūko Matoi (Kill la Kill), Ettin (Dungeons and Dragons)
==Possible Uses==
*Division of roles - Each self can be strong in some ways and is only activated when there is a need for its services.
*Collective intelligence - A large number of consciousnesses working together could accomplish intellectual tasks faster and more efficiently than a single mind.
*Change in body - Switching between selves may also change the body, allowing for different skills and abilities.
*Mental resistance - The presence of a large number of consciousness allows resistance to mental influences, because even if one of them succumbs to external control, the other personalities may be able to stop it.
==Limitations==
*Disorganization/chaos/power struggle - Different personalities might vie for control of the body, leading to instability.
*Increased complexity of control - Usually if there is one dominant self, it may have to constantly monitor all the other consciousness, which may require considerable effort, and in certain situations may severely limit other abilities.
*Problems with memory - Because the selves are still autonomous, when one switches from one to another, memories may not be shared.
Category:Powers and Abilities