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'''PSI''' (''Psionics''), including the subcategory '''PK''' (''Psychokinesis''), are the psychic powers that appear throughout {{se|Mother}} series. | '''PSI''' (''Psionics''), including the subcategory '''PK''' (''Psychokinesis''), are the psychic powers that appear throughout {{se|Mother}} series. | ||
== Origin and discovery == | == Origin and discovery == | ||
PSI was originally the provenance of [[Giygas]]'s race. When [[George]] and [[Maria]] were abducted by these aliens in the early 1900s, George studied the powers and eventually passed down his research notes to [[Ninten]], his great-grandson. Many | PSI was originally the provenance of [[Giygas]]'s race. When [[George]] and [[Maria]] were abducted by these aliens in the early 1900s, George studied the powers and eventually passed down his research notes to [[Ninten]], his great-grandson. Many humans with no connection to the aliens or to George's family line are also shown to be able to use PSI, such as [[Ana]], [[Ness]], [[Paula]], [[Poo]], [[Lucas]], [[Claus]], [[Kumatora]], and [[Garrickson baby|the Garrickson baby]]. | ||
== Types of PSI == | == Types of PSI == | ||
PSI moves become stronger as the user levels up, | PSI moves become stronger as the user levels up, with the level of strength denoted by the Greek letters α (alpha), β (beta), γ (gamma), π (pi), Σ (sigma), and Ω (omega), in ascending order of potency. The π power level only appears in ''[[EarthBound Beginnings]]'', while the Σ power level only appears in ''[[Earthbound]].'' PSI can be compartmentalized into four different categories: | ||
*'''Assist PSI''' are PSI moves that alter parameters of allies or foes (Offense up and Defense down), inflict status effects (Paralysis and Strangeness), or raise shields. | |||
*'''Assist PSI''' | *'''Offense PSI''' are PSI moves that inflict damage. All PSI moves in this category bear the prefix "PK", except in ''[[EarthBound]],'' where "PSI" is used instead. Offensive PSI includes PSI Rockin, PK Flash, PK Fire, PK Freeze, PK Thunder, and PK Starstorm. | ||
*'''Offense PSI''' | *'''Recover PSI''' are PSI moves that replenish HP or PP, or remove status effects. | ||
*'''Recover PSI''' | *'''Other PSI''' are PSI moves designed to be used outside of battle on the field map, such as [[Teleport]]. No PSI of this category exist in ''[[Mother 3]].'' | ||
*'''Other PSI''' | |||
==Qualities of PSI== | ==Qualities of PSI== | ||
PSI costs PP to use, which can be recovered by eating certain foods or resting at a hotel. When a character [[Status ailment#Can't concentrate|can't concentrate]] or is [[Status ailment|forgetful]], they can't use PSI. In [[Mother 3]], when a character is learning a new PSI technique, they will become [[Status ailment|feverish]], slowing them to a walk. | PSI costs PP to use, which can be recovered by eating [[List of recovery items in EarthBound#PP-restoring|certain foods]] or resting at a [[hotel]]. When a character [[Status ailment#Can't concentrate|can't concentrate]] or is [[Status ailment|forgetful]], they can't use PSI. In ''[[Mother 3]],'' when a character is learning a new PSI technique, they will become [[Status ailment|feverish]], slowing them to a walk. | ||
===[[Memo]] {{tt|description|the memo is a beta feature, so certain details may have changed in the final release}}=== | ===[[Memo]] {{tt|description|the memo is a beta feature, so certain details may have changed in the final release}}=== | ||
"''PSI is a mysterious and useful power that can [[Lifeup|replenish your energy]] or even assist in your [[Teleport|transportation needs]]. Using PSI will deplete your PP.''" | "''PSI is a mysterious and useful power that can [[Lifeup|replenish your energy]] or even assist in your [[Teleport|transportation needs]]. Using PSI will deplete your PP.''" | ||
{{PSI moves}} | {{PSI moves}} | ||
{{stub | {{stub|psi}} | ||
[[Category:PSI|*]] [[Category:Skill sets]] | [[Category:PSI|*]] [[Category:Skill sets]] | ||
Latest revision as of 02:20, 18 November 2023
PSI (Psionics), including the subcategory PK (Psychokinesis), are the psychic powers that appear throughout Mother series.
Origin and discovery
PSI was originally the provenance of Giygas's race. When George and Maria were abducted by these aliens in the early 1900s, George studied the powers and eventually passed down his research notes to Ninten, his great-grandson. Many humans with no connection to the aliens or to George's family line are also shown to be able to use PSI, such as Ana, Ness, Paula, Poo, Lucas, Claus, Kumatora, and the Garrickson baby.
Types of PSI
PSI moves become stronger as the user levels up, with the level of strength denoted by the Greek letters α (alpha), β (beta), γ (gamma), π (pi), Σ (sigma), and Ω (omega), in ascending order of potency. The π power level only appears in EarthBound Beginnings, while the Σ power level only appears in Earthbound. PSI can be compartmentalized into four different categories:
- Assist PSI are PSI moves that alter parameters of allies or foes (Offense up and Defense down), inflict status effects (Paralysis and Strangeness), or raise shields.
- Offense PSI are PSI moves that inflict damage. All PSI moves in this category bear the prefix "PK", except in EarthBound, where "PSI" is used instead. Offensive PSI includes PSI Rockin, PK Flash, PK Fire, PK Freeze, PK Thunder, and PK Starstorm.
- Recover PSI are PSI moves that replenish HP or PP, or remove status effects.
- Other PSI are PSI moves designed to be used outside of battle on the field map, such as Teleport. No PSI of this category exist in Mother 3.
Qualities of PSI
PSI costs PP to use, which can be recovered by eating certain foods or resting at a hotel. When a character can't concentrate or is forgetful, they can't use PSI. In Mother 3, when a character is learning a new PSI technique, they will become feverish, slowing them to a walk.
Memo description
"PSI is a mysterious and useful power that can replenish your energy or even assist in your transportation needs. Using PSI will deplete your PP."
| PSI in the Mother series |
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PK Beam • PK Fire • PK Flash • PK Freeze • PK Ground • PK Love • PSI Rockin • PK Starstorm • PK Thunder Recovery Lifeup • Healing • PSI Magnet • Refresh Assist PSI Shield • PowerShield • Shield • Counter • PSI Counter • Offense Up • Defense Up • QuickUp • Offense Down • Defense Down • Hypnosis • Paralysis • Brainshock • Darkness • Shield-Off • PSI-Block Other Telepathy • Teleport • 4th-D Slip |
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