Spirit

"Spirit" or "Spirits" are names used for beings of supernatural form and origin that inhabit the galaxy.

### Overview

Spirits are beings that exist between two worlds, one foot in the "Spirit World", most likely some different dimension similar in nature to the Spirits themselves, the other in the "Mortal World", our world. They lack a corporeal, material form in their purest state, but may assume one if they wish. They are Immortals, meaning they do not age and cannot die by any other means, be it illness or force, unless one specifically uses a Mortal Weapon to slay one. Because of this, most Spirits are ancient, wise and knowledgeable. However, there are very few Spirits in the vast galaxy, and even those usually prefer to keep to themselves, wanting to stay hidden and not meddle in mortal affairs. However, those who do meddle in the business of others can have various intentions, usually in line with their personality. They can be kind, generous and helpful, but also malevolent, greedy and tyrannic.

An interesting quirk that each Spirit has is a strong emotional attachment to a certain object or idea, which, although not exactly an obsession, is clear on their character.

A Spirit possesses supernatural powers that allow them to manipulate the world to their will, almost akin to magic. These powers may resemble PSI or Miracles, but they are not the same (for example, a PSI-negating device will not stop a Spirit from using its powers).

### Appearance

A Spirit's appearance can vary a lot. In their purest state, they are immaterial, incorporeal streams of energy, resembling serpents. This colour can range from blue, meaning that the spirit possesses mostly positive traits, and red, meaning that the spirit possesses mostly negative traits. Do note that "positive" and "negative" do not necessarily mean "good" and "evil", but it can affect the path they take. However, spirits may shift into a material form if they wish so, if they desire to appeal to others, to not scare others or even to be attractive to others. This form is not necessarily limited to lifeforms though, they may even take on the shape of a plant or a lifeless object. One Spirit is well known for turning into a beautiful tree and staying upon the meadow it was rooted in for centuries, maybe as a form of meditation. The chosen appearance may even be affected by the attachment mentioned above.

### Origin of Spirits

It is unknown whether Spirits can reproduce or not. However, some Spirits claimed they were created by more powerful Spirits (this "chain of creation" can be linked all the way back to the "Wellspring of Everlife", the greatest Spirit and the rumoured creator of all life). Spirits can also be accumulated when large amounts of power, especially psionic, gathers and melds together with ideas and emotions (eg. the Gieeg gods are technically Spirits, but are never referred to as such) or, if an individual accumulates this enormous power within themselves, become a Spirit themselves.

### Spiritgrooms and Spiritbrides

In the rare case that a Spirit gains affection for a mortal, to the point of romance, and the mortal in question may become a Spiritgroom or a Spiritbride if they have feelings towards the Spirit in return. A Spiritgroom will usually be granted "demimortality" - the ability to no longer age. However, demimortals can still be killed by other natural means or force, such as Aylidor.

### Famous Spirits

-Wellspring of Everlife: The oldest and most powerful Spirit, considered as the "Leader" or "Monarch" of the Spirit Realm and, according to some beliefs, the creator of all life. They represent unlimited imagination and the desire to create.

-Shiro: A positive Spirit and "sister" to Shezak, she helped the Zam'Ari hero Aylidor Eveningstar in ending the tyranny of the maniacal Shezak by granting him his Mortal Weapon and a significant increase in strength. Aylidor soon became her Spiritgroom.

-Shezak: A negative Spirit and "Brother" to Shiro, he abused his power to claim dominion over the early Zam'Ari nation as a living god. Was slain by Aylidor.

-Ano: One of the oldest Spirits. As a form of meditation, they assumed the form of an ancestral tree and stayed within a sacred grove ever since. They are always happy to see visitors and is eager to share wisdom.