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"We are not bound by what we see, nor by what we hear. The Psycellium grows with every connection, every truth uncovered. Through it, we do not stand alone; we stand as one mind, one purpose, one voice."
― Mother Askani
Clan Askani is a unique Force tradition rooted in resilience, telepathic mastery, and communal purpose. Emerging from a legacy of survival and trauma, the Askani channel their Force sensitivity primarily through telepathy, which they consider both a gift and a discipline. Unlike many other Force traditions, their abilities are an expression of mental strength, honed through rigorous training and tied to the cultivation of their Psycellium—a metaphysical "muscle" that measures their telepathic potential.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
- Tradition Name: Clan Askani (Askani Mentalics)
- Tradition Type: Decentralized Warrior Clan
- Tradition Focus: Sensory (Psychic Warfare and Mentalism)
- Influence: Interplanetary (scattered populations on multiple worlds, tied to the Hidden Path)
- Orientation: Balanced (leaning toward Light)
- Influence Area: Mobile across the Outer Rim, Wild Space, and high-conflict zones supported by the Hidden Path network.
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- Description: Clan Askani is a warrior clan of freedom fighters within the Hidden Path, founded by Mother Askani (Romi Jade) to train force-sensitive individuals in psychic warfare i.e telepathy, and telekinesis. Its members, known as mentalics, dedicate themselves to the protection of the oppressed and the liberation of those living under tyranny. They operate covertly, blending advanced Force abilities with stealth and strategy to aid in the Hidden Path's mission of justice and freedom.
SOCIAL INFORMATION
- Membership: Mother Askani, the founder of the tradition, embraced an inclusive philosophy when building the Clan Askani. She believed that anyone who displayed even the faintest glimmer of Force potential and shared the clan's passion for unity and purpose could become Askani. Membership was not limited by lineage, species, or prior affiliations. Instead, it was rooted in a shared commitment to the clan's ideals and the discipline required to unlock their telepathic potential.
The path to becoming Askani began with dedication to the clan's purpose: fostering resilience, unity, and mutual strength through telepathic mastery. While all initiates underwent the same foundational training, individual progress was tied to natural aptitude, Force sensitivity, and one's capacity to develop the Psycellium, the metaphysical muscle that underpinned telepathic power.
- Training and Discipline:
- Every member learned the basics of mental discipline, mindfulness, and psychic control.
- Training emphasized honing the Psycellium to build resilience and open channels of telepathic communication.
- Members were expected to embrace the clan's principles of unity and selflessness in their pursuit of power.
- Individual Potential:
- Not all Askani achieved the same level of telepathic ability.
- While all displayed basic telepathic skills, their strength varied, with most members falling into the Alpha and Beta tiers.
- Motives: The clan aims to:
- Protect and train Hidden Path operatives.
- Conduct missions to liberate the oppressed and resist tyranny.
- Serve as defenders of vulnerable populations.
Through their abilities, the Askani have become a unifying force among diverse peoples, using their telepathic gifts to foster understanding, resolve conflicts, and navigate the complexities of an interconnected universe.
- Rules and Teachings: See expanded section below.
- Reputation: To outsiders, Clan Askani is a mythic and enigmatic group—feared by oppressors and revered by the oppressed. Among the Hidden Path, they are a trusted and respected core force.
- Openness: Clan Askani accepted anyone as Askani and would welcome introducing other Force users to the their way. Their practices, however, remain secret until the inductee is actually participating and is past the point of backing out.
SKILLS INFORMATION
- Characteristic Equipment:
- Psimitars: Curved, Force-attuned blades symbolizing the clan's psychic focus.
- Hidden Path safehouse tools and survival equipment.
- Light to combat-focused armor.
- Notable Force Skills:
- Telepathy and Mentalism: Advanced communication and combat skills using the mind.
- Telekinesis: Precision-based manipulation of objects and combat tools.
- Force Projection: Creating illusions and mental defenses.
- Notable Force Limitations: While all Askani possess telepathic abilities, not all can master every skill within their repertoire. Psychic talents are influenced by an individual's natural affinities and the breadth of their training. Some may excel in empathetic healing but struggle with astral projection, while others may specialize in memory manipulation or mind control. Moreover, the strain of using advanced abilities can be significant, leading to mental fatigue, psychic feedback, or even permanent damage if overused. Alpha-level abilities, in particular, demand years of practice and ironclad discipline to control without self-destructive consequences.
EXPANDED INFORMATION
The Askani & The Origin of Their Psychic Prowess
The Askani stand apart from most Force traditions due to their mastery of telepathy and mentalism. While other Force-sensitive orders may focus on diverse expressions of the Force—such as combat, healing, or precognition—the Askani have refined telepathy into an art form and a survival mechanism. This singular focus has made them virtually unmatched in the psychic arena, with their abilities eclipsing those of even the most adept telepaths in other traditions.
The Askani's telepathic talents are not merely a learned skill but an evolved expression of their Force sensitivity. Unlike other traditions where the Force manifests broadly, the Askani's abilities emerged as a response to trauma. Many Askani believe their psychic abilities were catalyzed by pain, loss, and upheaval experienced. Whether through exile, oppression, or devastating conflict, their telepathic gifts arose as both a defense mechanism and a way to foster deeper connections within their community.
This specialization has given the Askani an intense, almost intimate relationship with the Force, channeled solely through the mind and spirit. To them, the Force is not a nebulous energy field but a living, sentient flow of consciousness that links all beings.
The Askani training philosophies, are outlined in The Psycellium Codex: Principles of the Askani Way Series - X - X
The Askani Philosophy: Cultivating the Psycellium
Central to the Askani's understanding of their abilities is the concept of the Psycellium—a metaphysical "muscle" that represents an individual's telepathic strength and potential. Much like physical muscles can be trained and strengthened through exercise, the Psycellium is honed through disciplined practice, meditation, and the intentional use of psychic abilities.
What Is the Psycellium?
The Psycellium is not a physical entity but a way the Askani conceptualize their telepathic prowess. It acts as an internal measure of how deeply they have connected with the Force through their minds and serves as the foundation for all psychic abilities.
The stronger the Psycellium, the more an Askani telepath can achieve, from subtle mental suggestions to overwhelming displays of psychic dominance. Among the Askani, the cultivation of one's Psycellium is a lifelong pursuit, seen as both a personal journey and a contribution to the strength of the clan as a whole.
Levels of Psycellium: The Askani Telepathic Scale
The Askani classify their telepaths into tiers, using a three-level system inspired by Greek letters. Each level reflects the individual's ability to harness their Psycellium, with only the most advanced reaching the apex of telepathic power.
- Alpha (Foundational Tier):
- The majority of Askani members achieved this level.
- Alphas demonstrated basic telepathic abilities, such as unvoicing, empathy, and thought-sensing.
- They formed the backbone of the clan, providing stability and connection within the collective Psycellium.
- Beta (Intermediate Tier):
- A significant portion of the clan reaches this level with dedication and training.
- Betas exhibited moderate telepathic mastery, capable of mental shielding, memory manipulation, and psychic coordination.
- They served as mentors and mediators, assisting in communal tasks and guiding less experienced members.
- Omega (Psi of the Highest Order):
- Rarely, an Askani would ascend to the Omega level.
- Reaching this tier required decades of honing one's Psycellium and a profound connection to the Force.
- Omegas were the equivalent of Jedi Masters in their tradition—telepaths of extraordinary skill, capable of mental domination, psychic constructs, and collective Psycellium manipulation.
- These individuals were revered as living embodiments of the Askani's ideals and often served as teachers, leaders, and guardians of the clan's legacy.
Telepathy and Mentalism of Clan Askani
The Askani are revered as some of the most powerful telepaths in existence, wielding an extraordinary range of psychic and mental abilities. However, not all Askani telepaths are equally adept; their abilities vary by individual aptitude, training, and innate power. The following explores the scope of their telepathic and mental capabilities, as well as the structured hierarchy of their psychic prowess.
Core Telepathic and Mental Abilities
1. Unvoicing and Psychic Communication
The most foundational ability of the Askani telepaths is unvoicing, a telepathic method of communicating silently with one another. This allows for secure, instantaneous exchanges of thoughts and emotions without external interference. At its highest levels, unvoicing becomes seamless, enabling shared conversations or even collective group discussions within the mind.
2. Memory Manipulation
Askani telepaths can delve into the memories of others, accessing, projecting, or altering them. Skilled individuals can:
- Replay memories to others in vivid detail.
- Change a person's perception of a memory, implanting false recollections or erasing traumatic ones.
- Create immersive mental landscapes, pulling targets into their own memories or fabricated constructs.
3. Empathy and Emotional Resonance
Empathy is a hallmark of the Askani. Their telepathic abilities extend to feeling and understanding the emotional states of others, enabling them to:
- Alleviate or amplify emotions, such as calming an ally's fear or inciting an enemy's rage.
- Share emotional experiences to forge deep bonds.
- Detect deception through emotional inconsistency.
4. Mind Control and Paralysis
More advanced Askani can exert control over others by:
- Inducing paralysis or unconsciousness.
- Manipulating actions, thoughts, and decisions through subtle or overt mental influence.
5. Psychic Constructs and Force Projection
Some Askani can manifest psychic energy into constructs or physical force. This includes creating mental barriers, shields, or telekinetic-like bursts capable of repelling attacks or immobilizing foes.
6. Astral Projection and "Outward Thinking"
Highly trained telepaths can project their consciousness outward, either to inhabit astral planes or interact with distant minds. This allows them to:
- Share dreams and visions.
- Traverse mental landscapes to communicate with or protect others.
- Experience the environment and sensations of a distant person.
7. Psychic Possession and Sustenance
At the peak of their power, rare Askani telepaths can transfer their consciousness into another body, effectively prolonging their life. This ability is extremely taxing and considered dangerous both morally and spiritually.
8. Psi-Memory Sharing and Skill Transfer
Within their collective, the Askani can share knowledge, skills, and experiences directly through telepathy. This enables instant learning of complex techniques, languages, or combat skills by borrowing from another's expertise.
Becoming Askani
The path to becoming Askani began with dedication to the clan's purpose: fostering resilience, unity, and mutual strength through telepathic mastery. While all initiates underwent the same foundational training, individual progress was tied to natural aptitude, Force sensitivity, and one's capacity to develop the Psycellium, the metaphysical muscle that underpinned telepathic power.
- Training and Discipline:
- Every member learned the basics of mental discipline, mindfulness, and psychic control.
- Training emphasized honing the Psycellium to build resilience and open channels of telepathic communication.
- Members were expected to embrace the clan's principles of unity and selflessness in their pursuit of power.
- Individual Potential:
- Not all Askani achieved the same level of telepathic ability.
- While all displayed basic telepathic skills, their strength varied, with most members falling into the Alpha and Beta tiers.
Dominance Among Force Traditions
The Askani's focus on telepathy has elevated them above most other Force traditions in this niche area. While the Jedi, Sith, and other orders may dabble in mental techniques such as mind tricks or mental shielding, their abilities often pale in comparison to the Askani's. This disparity stems from the Askani's singular focus on telepathy as the primary expression of the Force in their tradition.
Why the Askani Excel
- Specialization Over Generalization: By devoting their entire tradition to telepathy and mentalism, the Askani have reached levels of mastery that other traditions, with broader focuses, cannot match.
- Trauma as a Teacher: The Askani's origins in suffering have made their telepathy a tool for survival and growth, honed under extreme conditions that demand creativity and resilience.
- The Psycellium Advantage: The collective power and understanding of the Psycellium allows the Askani to act as a single, unified psychic entity, amplifying their abilities far beyond what any individual telepath could achieve.
Interactions with Other Force Traditions
The Askani's telepathic mastery could make them both revered and feared by other Force users. Some Jedi would respect their mental discipline and seek their guidance, while Sith could envy their unparalleled psychic strength.
Ethical Restraints & Training Philosophy
Despite their immense power, Clan Askani adheres to strict ethical guidelines:
- Non-Lethality: While their skills are devastating, the Sighted prioritize non-lethal solutions, using their abilities to disable, disarm, or misdirect rather than kill.
- Emotional Clarity: Members undergo rigorous training to master their emotions and prevent the misuse of their empathic and telepathic powers.
- Respect for Autonomy: Psychic intrusion is reserved for emergencies or with consent, ensuring the sanctity of individual minds.
By maintaining this discipline, Clan Askani ensures their formidable skills serve justice, freedom, and the preservation of life. This commitment to balance and restraint is what sets them apart as defenders of the oppressed and champions of peace.
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HISTORICAL INFORMATION
Clan Askani emerged in the aftermath of Coruscant's fall, created by
Mother Askani
to nurture and train force-sensitive civilians displaced by the conflict. The Askani Mentalics, as they came to be known, were handpicked for their potential in psychic warfare and honed through intense training in mental skills.
Mother Askani
to nurture and train force-sensitive civilians displaced by the conflict. The Askani Mentalics, as they came to be known, were handpicked for their potential in psychic warfare and honed through intense training in mental skills.
Rooted in the teachings of ancient Jedi philosophies and guerilla tactics, the clan grew into a key group of freedom fighters under the Hidden Path. They undertook high-risk missions, including sabotaging oppressive regimes, protecting endangered Force-sensitives, and aiding vulnerable communities. Today, Clan Askani remains an integral part of the Hidden Path, its members bound by loyalty, resilience, and a shared goal of liberation and peace.
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