Firstly, I must say..in the whole of Dreamscape there are at -least- three magically oriented games. This is not one of them. The Lost Colony is science fiction. Science. Therefore I will expect you to explain yourselves if you plan on using magic or other mythical abilities. So, while this page has some recomendations for those already assuming magical traits, I am not going to encourage it. In fact I would prefer magics be avoided.
Shapeshifters
If you are intent on being a shapeshifter.. I must first ask you to consider joining Scythe instead of this game. They have a special area for shifters, you can be whatever you want.. you will definately have more options than being a shifter here. In this game there are two kinds of shapeshifter, Inter-species shifters and Face shifters. You can't be both.
- Inter-species Shapeshifters - These shifters may have ONE alternate form to humanoid. This can be any creature, alien or earthling, as long as it is not invincible. They can change at any time, but none of these can survive in space unaided. (can't float around in space without protection..ie: a ship) Also remember.. what you choose to shift to.. these are alien planets.. they do not have anywhere near the same sorts of creatures we have on earth. Just take that into consideration.
- Face Shapeshifters - Face shifters do not change form so much as appearance. They remain humanoids, but their features, body, and size may change. Face shifters only take forms of unknown people. They may not assume the appearance of someone they have seen and is already existing in the game. (no clones) Face shifters may also have the ability to blend into their surroundings somewhat. Because they have such exact control over their skin, they can change it's color to match their backrounds.. and help them hide. (this ability does not extend to clothing.)
Hand Magic
Nothing may appear out of thin air. Nope. Nothing. Certain magics may be done with a solid object such as changing the shape of a piece of wood, or rock. Other than that.. I do not want ANY such magic in The Lost Colony. If you want this type of magic..go to An'kor.. this is not the place for it.
Mind Magic
Mind magic is using thoughts to influence another.. or harm another, or read another's thoughts. I do not allow it. This is not the same as Telepethy.. which is discussed below. Again.. if this is what you are interested in.. head to An'kor.
Telepethy
Telepethy. I will be slightly lenient about this.. if only for Troy from Star Trek. Telepethy is the act of speaking mind-to-mind. A person gifted with this magic may project his or her thoughts to the mind of another..but unless that person also has telepethy, they must respond using spoken words. No mind reading.. You project your thoughts.. it is up to the reciever to respond verbally to them, or ignore them altogether.