Mutants are the direct consequences of exposure to corruption energy, a supernatural force generated by meteorites. This energy causes physical and mental mutations, transforming individuals into often terrifying and unpredictable creatures. The effects vary depending on the nature of the affected being, whether human, awakened, or animal.
1. Mutations on Human
Ordinary Human
Mutation Process :
Ordinary humans exposed for prolonged periods to corruption energy undergo a gradual transformation into organic creatures devoid of self-awareness.
Evolution :
The longer they survive in this form, the more their strength increases and their consciousness develops, sometimes surpassing what they possessed as humans.
Consequencesfornon-transformedsurvivor :
Those who escape corruption often suffer irreversible after effects.
• Incurable diseases (e.g., blindness).
• Severe psychological trauma.
• Increased physical fragility.
AwakenedIndividuals
IncreasedResistance :
Awakened individuals are more resistant to corruption than ordinary humans, with a higher tolerance threshold. They can survive longer in environments saturated with negative energy.
Effectsof Corruption :
• Amplification of their supernatural and physical abilities.
• Potential development of new powers linked to their ambitions or imagination.
• Total loss of control if they succumb to the rage induced by corruption.
ExtremeCases :
Corrupted awakened individuals retain self-awareness but are dominated by dark and destructive thoughts, becoming almost impossible to rehabilitate.
2. Mutation on Animals
Animals are particularly vulnerable to corruption energy, but their mutations differ from those of humans :
Self-awareness :
Unlike humans, corrupted animals retain their consciousness without necessarily succumbing to rage.
Varied mutations :
• Creation of new races, hybrids, and chimeras.
• Enhancement of physical and sensory capabilities.
Types of Animal Mutation
Mutant Animals
Animals that have undergone mutations amplifying their size, strength, and endurance.
Some species dominate hostile territories, forming entire ecosystems.
Semi-Hybrids
Animals that have developed humanoid features.
Abilities :
• Advanced learning and communication skills.
• Retention of the instincts and abilities of their original species.
Lifestyle :
• Formation of tribes or nomadic communities.
• Preference for remote areas, far from humans.
Hybrids
Humans mutated by corruption, acquiring animal attributes (e.g., claws, tails, scales).
GeneticParticularities :
A blend of human and animal traits. Behavior influenced by the animal their mutation is linked to.
Discrimination :
Considered abominations by some. Often enslaved or forced to live in the shadows.
Legendary Transformation :
Some rare hybrids acquire mythological forms (e.g., dragons, kitsunes), becoming either feared or revered beings.
3. INTERNATIONAL MUTANTCLASSIFICATION
To manage threats, the Association of Awakened Individuals established a classification system based on the danger level of mutants.
Star-basedClassification
1 Star ★ : Low-danger mutants, manageable by ordinary soldiers or mercenaries.
2 Stars ★★ : Mutants requiring intervention by specialized teams.
3 Stars ★★★ : Major threats to entire regions, demanding experienced awakened individuals.
4 Stars ★★★★ : National catastrophes, requiring elite forces or members of the Royal Guard.
5 Stars ★★★★★ : Apocalyptic-class mutants, capable of destroying continents. These cases mobilize all resources of the World Government (WG).