A Change of Perspective

» Linkshändig: Lukas' leiden hant is strictly limited to being utilized when granted authority by a superior Vandenreich officer. As part of these measures, his seal is split into two levels. A level one authorization functions at a marginally lower output of 750%, while a level two authorization functions at a marginally higher output of 1100%, in comparison to his peers. In addition, certain abilities in this state become unlocked, or otherwise augmented. A second level release causes some unpleasant side effects as it ends - a range of maladies like muscle fatigue, fevers, and rapid dehydration - although he has become more durable to them over time. If a second level release is utilized within too short of a period of time, these effects become far more persistent, and may pass from temporary to permanent.

» Ahnengeist - Umarung: The offensive abilities of Ahnengeist are greatly magnified, taking away much of the utility and shifting of the base form. Applying the ability to absorb reishi to its maximum, the movements of the blade unleash currents of reishi for steigen, also being capable of a form of Sklaverei, becoming far more advanced with the addition of his second level release - allowing him to dominate an additional spirit class higher. His speed with steigen and raw offensive output are also notably increased, in spite of the sheer dwarfing size of it.

» Besiegen Regen: A technique requiring the secondary level of release, Lukas places the augmented Ahnengeist in front of himself, grabbing it with both hands before thrusting it skywards. As he does, the blade diffuses in shape, forming into several dozen, if not hundreds, of smaller swords. In a bright diffusion of light, the blades are launched skywards, forming into enormous arrows as they turn and slam towards specific targets. The aiming for this is particularly tricky, requiring at least one post of uninterrupted focus before utilizing. The amount of reishi used in this attack temporarily lowers Lukas' spirit class by a rank after use, lasting for at least the remainder of a thread.


» Geteilte Dichtung: Formerly, Lukas' leiden hant was enchanted with a seal known as linkshandig, forcefully locking away his Letzt Stil to multiple levels of Vandenreich command.

Having the restriction of his Letzt Stil removed, the act of utilizing it has become much less divided, not existing in multiple stages. No longer facing the drawbacks exerted on him by the higher form of release, he can make adequate repeat use of his Letzt Stil, although more than once in a day is still a far ways off.

» Ahnengeist - Umarung: The offensive abilities of Ahnengeist are greatly magnified, taking away much of the utility and shifting of the base form. Applying the ability to absorb reishi to its maximum, the movements of the blade unleash currents of reishi for steigen, launching him and anyone caught in its range great distance with each movement. Also being capable of a form of Sklaverei, it enhances the output of the Letzt temporarily if successful. His speed with steigen and raw offensive output are also notably increased, in spite of the sheer dwarfing size of it.

» Besiegen Regen: A technique formerly requiring the secondary level of release, Lukas places the augmented Ahnengeist in front of himself, grabbing it with both hands before thrusting it skywards. As he does, the blade diffuses in shape, forming into several dozen smaller swords. In a bright diffusion of light, the blades are launched skywards, forming into large arrows as they turn and slam towards specific targets. The aiming for this is particularly tricky, requiring at least one post of uninterrupted line of sight before utilizing. The amount of reishi used in this attack temporarily lowers Lukas' spirit class by a rank after use, lasting for at least the remainder of a thread.

» Leiden Hant: A massive variant of the leiden hant, this wrapping is bound from Lukas' fingertips to his shoulder on his left arm. Bound with a seal, Linkshändig, he is bound from using his Letzt Stil without direct permission from a superior Vandereich officer. Conversely, it is an extraordinarily troublesome sanrei alternative, forcing Lukas' reishi absorption to become monstrous - almost exclusively with his left hand. Otherwise, his abilities to absorb reishi are somewhat limited, a near 70% of his ability to absorb reishi within the arm.



» Leiden Hant: A massive variant of the leiden hant, this wrapping is bound from Lukas' fingertips to his shoulder on his left arm. It is an extraordinarily troublesome sanrei alternative, forcing Lukas' reishi absorption to become monstrous - almost exclusively with his left hand. Otherwise, his abilities to absorb reishi are somewhat limited, a near 70% of his ability to absorb reishi within the arm.

» Personality: Lukas has an incredibly simple view of the world, a specific shade of black or white to stick to any situation. There is no grey in Lukas' mind, and the mere suggestion of anything else is met with an empty stare. This mindset is accompanied by the required muscle for various sorts of mental gymnastics, making him a particularly vulnerable target for manipulation.

This is paired with an incredible sense of ego, and a rather aggressive grasp of reality. In short, he is violent by nature, and would escalate to it in near any situation - if he were capable. Currently, he struggles with keeping these tendencies in check, although his motives are often seen as dubious when pried on the matter. Some flavor of nihilism runs in his veins, coming out in spurts when particularly contemplative; rare as they might be.

Focused on a enigmatic goal, he offers little insight into his inner workings. His past actions speak loudly to his lack of regard for life, and some idea of quincy superiority that taints the edges of his actions. If not for a rather immature view of the way things worked, Lukas could be considered a professional, in his own line of work. In regards to any other part of his life, reckless



» Personality: Lukas has an incredibly simple view of the world, a specific shade of black or white to stick to any situation. There is no grey in Lukas' mind, and the mere suggestion of anything else is met with an empty stare. Having exhausted much of his means for mental gymnastics, deflection remains the only tool readily available for other viewpoints.

This is paired with an incredible sense of ego, and a rather aggressive grasp of reality, although it has been honed with his freedom. In short, he is violent by nature, although he has some measure of control over it. While he would prefer to end any conflict with blood, he has managed to restrain the immediate bloodlust. Some flavor of nihilism runs in his veins, coming out in spurts when particularly contemplative; rare as they might be.

Focused on a enigmatic goal, he offers little insight into his inner workings. His past actions speak loudly to his lack of regard for life, and some idea of quincy superiority that taints the edges of his actions. If not for these past actions, Lukas could be considered a professional, in his own line of work. In regards to any other part of his life, adjusting, but coming to terms with how the world accepts someone like him.