Phenomenon

Definition

A natural or supernatural occurrence with some impact or meaning

A Phenomenon represents any event or process, possibly with extraordinary or unexplained origins, that can affect the environment, inhabitants, or fabric of reality within the world.

Examples

  • A slight breeze
  • Phosphorescent damp
  • Rippling lightning

Discussion

Potential alternate names: Occurrence, Anomaly

Manifest

  • Presence: Observable or detectable existence of the phenomenon.
  • Scope: Extent or range over which the phenomenon operates or affects.
  • Duration (#): Length of time the phenomenon typically lasts.
  • Intensity: Measure of strength or severity of the phenomenon.
  • Empowerments (multi-link: Trait): Traits or abilities that the phenomenon enhances or bestows.
  • Environments (multi-link: Location): Specific locations where the phenomenon is known to occur.
  • Carriers (multi-link: Species): Species that can carry or propagate the phenomenon.

Actuate

  • Effect: Direct effects or outcomes generated by the phenomenon.
  • Catalysts (single-link: Object): Objects that initiate or enhance the phenomenon.
  • Wielders (multi-link: Character): Individuals capable of controlling or utilizing the phenomenon.
  • Handlers (multi-link: Institution): Organizations or institutions responsible for managing or researching the phenomenon.
  • Enablers (multi-link: Character): Individuals who enable or support the manifestation of the phenomenon.
  • Triggers (multi-link: Construct): Constructs that act as triggers to activate or trigger the phenomenon.
  • Affinity (multi-link: Phenomenon): Related phenomena that share characteristics or are influenced by this phenomenon.