Delve into the fundamental properties and encoding mechanics of Dream Aether in Dreams of Aether. Understand its origins, density, and how it's utilized.
Dream Aether, often simply called Aether, is the fundamental primordial energy of the universe. It is an undetectable, perfect energy with no waste, theoretically allowing anything to be possible if used correctly. Aether is constantly absorbed from the atmosphere and stored by the Oracle Bracelet. It can also be compressed from dead bodies, though this process is dangerous as it contains the memories and feelings of the deceased. The density of Aether increases with the number of spiritual beings present, creating a virtuous cycle of evolution.
Aether follows specific laws: it is attracted to itself, spins inward when in a centrifugal fashion, and atmospheric Aether is instantly replenished. According to the 'Novice Aether Manipulation' textbook, Aether is the origin of all energy and matter, with higher density leading to the creation of new universes. This density increases due to its infinite source, its attraction to itself (amplified by powerful beings), and its attraction to brain activity, particularly thoughts and dreams.
To be utilized, Dream Aether must be encoded using the Oracle Bracelet. This process transforms Aether into energy that enhances a person's attributes, including Strength, Agility, Constitution, Vitality, Intelligence, and Perception. The cost of encoding varies with volume, with larger volumes being significantly more expensive. Every body has an Aether capacity, comparable to a bottle filling with liquid, with a limit typically at 100 points for humans.
Encoding also has grades, with higher grades allowing Aether to condense, taking up less space and enabling more complex functions and passive properties. Grade 1 Aether is like a gas, while Grade 2 and 3 are like liquid or solid. While the Oracle provides free Grade 1 primary Encodings, higher grades and additional functions come at a significant cost, purchasable from the Oracle Store.
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