Sacred Geometry

***Sacred Geometry*** are geometric shapes and proportions that allow it's inscribed individual to utilize advanced qi techniques. Sacred geometry can be used to manipulate qi either through ***runes*** or individually transcribed onto individuals. ***Yantra*** refer to sacred geometry that is inscribed onto individuals, with various, unique yantra existing. Traditionally, the lower the number, the more powerful the qi manipulation. The origins of sacred geometry are unknown, but the most accepted theory is that they all derive from the Merkaba. Individuals who use sacred geometry, specifically yantra, are often referred to as ***Damnati*** (***cursed***).

## Etymology

Sacred geometry is based off sacred geometry.

## Origin

The origins of scared geometry are unknown, however the most accepted theory is that they all derive from the Merkaba. Thousands of years ago, humans learned how to inscribe yantra on themselves in order to fight, worship, and learn, incorporating sacred geometry into their religious structures, clothing and other habitual items.

Although xin are notorious for their aptitude for qi manipulation, they are only able to use sacred geometry. Yantra are rejected by their bodies, and are only assimilated when inscribed upon a human. Yantra have allowed humans to compete on equal level with xin, similar to qifangsong, although their use is often much more niche. Most yantra are unique and only one individual may be inscribed with each yantra. These yantra are the most powerful, often passed on through either natural runes or genetically. Higher numbered yantra are often reproducible and can be inscribed through hexes.

## Function

Sacred geometry acts in a similar way to mantra and mudra, albeit more powerful. Sacred geometry acts as a catalyst, greatly lowering the qi threshold required to power manipulations. Humans, who often have much lower qi reserves, can use sacred geometry to fuel much more powerful manipulations than naturally achievable through mantra or mudra. Various geometries can be combined to fuel a more powerful manipulation.

Yantra are compatible with qifangsong, and the two are often combined in a manner to achieve power closer to xin.

## Runes

***Runes*** (sometimes simply referred to as ***geometry***) refer to sacred geometry that has been inscribed onto material, typically qinium, and grant manipulations similar to those granted by yantra. Runes, unlike yantra, are replicable and much more versatile. For runes, qinium acts as the catalyst needed to perform the manipulations, however mantra and mudra may still be necessary to meet qi requirements.

## Yantra

***Yantra*** grant their inscribed individual various differing, unique manipulations. Each yantra give their user the ability to perform a specific qi manipulation only achievable through the catalytic properties of the scared geometry. Due to the catalytic nature of yantra, some manipulations are only possible through the use of yantra. Typically, the higher the number of the yantra, the more powerful and otherwise impractical the manipulation. There are said to be 108 yantra.

### De Jure

**De Jure** (Lit. *by law)* refers to the innate ability of a yantra.

### De Facto

**De Facto** (Lit. *in fact)* refers to the secondary ability granted by yantra, typically unlocked through advanced understanding and meditation of the yantra by it's Damnati. De facto manipulations are often assigned the Deus rank.