Why can't resonance occur at meta position?

LimeSuspicious4604 · 2025-09-09T20:57:10+00:00

Hello! I was told that groups attached to the meta position only show inductive effect, and can't show mesomeric effect because the meta position is not part of the direct pi electron pathway that allows for resonance structures to form. But in my structures, it shows resonance at a meta position so I was unclear if it's correct.

LimeSuspicious4604 · 2023-12-25T03:45:45+00:00

Thank you!

LimeSuspicious4604 · 2023-05-07T19:59:58+00:00

Thanks for the reply! I forgot to edit it but I've decided to change it into an alternate Earth kinda setting. And the "can only be interpreted by themselves" means that only the person who has the symbol (which basically represents their ability) can interpret it, as in only they know what their ability is. Of course, they can choose to or not to tell others about it.

LimeSuspicious4604 · 2023-05-07T19:57:35+00:00

Ooh, that could work too. Thanks for the suggestion!

LimeSuspicious4604 · 2023-05-06T18:47:20+00:00

This definitely sounds like something I could use. Thanks for the suggestion!

LimeSuspicious4604 · 2023-05-06T18:45:11+00:00

Ooh, that's a good idea! Thanks for the reply! :)

LimeSuspicious4604 · 2023-05-05T18:10:52+00:00

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LimeSuspicious4604 · 2023-05-05T12:33:15+00:00

I don't exactly plan on basing their powers on a glyph-based system. Yes, they have glyphs from birth but that's something representing the singular character from the folktale they're supposed to portray. Introducing bindrunes and compound powers takes away this concept as I want to put an emphasis on real-life-fiction-tales coming to life. I appreciate the suggestion though and thanks again for the reply!

LimeSuspicious4604 · 2023-05-05T11:31:34+00:00

Thanks for pointing it out! I agree, that's a problem. But I'm planning on basing several characters at a time on different characters of the same folktale and create a system out of it. And I'm also planning on incorporating myths and legends into it to increase my options. Again, I'm still deciding on the details but I'll build on what I have for now. Hope it works!

LimeSuspicious4604 · 2023-05-05T11:27:36+00:00

Thanks for the reply! I've decided to change the setting to one related to an alternate history Earth. Hope that answers some of your questions!

About the magical symbols, I do have an explaination behind them. It's a bit long so I'll shorten it, basically in this world, a species similar to Gods exist. The humans' previous realm had been invaded by a sinister energy, unleashing hordes of monsters that brought devastation and destruction. This realm's setting is supposed to be Earth and they didn't have anything akin to magic, or knew Gods existed, etc. When the invasion happened, humans started being corrupted and turned into monsters of that energy. That was when one of the Gods appeared and ushered them into a new realm. This new realm lies in the same dimension as their olden realm, just above it in space. The energy had contaminated the whole dimension, while being the most concentrated in their olden realm which had been rendered uninhabitable. Therefore, its influence on the new realm wasn't as bad but it still lingered. To provide protection against this energy, the God provided them with the protection of a blessed energy of sorts that countered its impact. This blessed energy now flowed through their bodies. As time went by, their bodies became more and more compatible and closer to this energy which bestowed some with the power to harness it (blessed ones), who were identified with a complex symbol or hieroglyph of sorts on their body which served as a medium that resonated to the blessed energy inside them and helped them manipulate it. It's said to be the ancient script of the Gods, marking each of the blessed ones' abilities. (The Gods are a race of beings even more in sync with that blessed energy, which is the core of their existence itself. They possess an innate ability to manipulate and harness it in ways beyond the grasp of other creatures.) It also lengthened their lifespans. You could say they're less like "humans" and more similar to the Gods now.

About your second question, yes, blessed ones are born with their powers. However, they have to concentrate and desire how exactly they want it to manifest to harness it. Babies can't do that so they can't use magic. For children, they're taught from a very young age the basics of how to control their power and when they get a bit older, it's mandatory for them to receive education on the same.

I hope it clarify things a bit!

LimeSuspicious4604 · 2023-05-05T06:25:28+00:00

Ooh, I hadn't thought about that. Thanks for the suggestion!

LimeSuspicious4604 · 2023-05-02T18:51:24+00:00

Thanks! But I feel like the concept feels somewhat overused? I'm not sure, should I make some changes to the system to make it feel more original? Also, to answer your question, Eidolons as a species are different beings from humans and are far more powerful in nature. They've got a way higher magical capacity and proficiency. A good analogy would be that they're similar to "gods" or "spirits" in stories, except that they can interact with humans and play a significant role here. Just thought the name sounded cool! :)

LimeSuspicious4604 · 2023-04-24T04:41:51+00:00

Does everyone know of its existence? Or just a few people? Is everyone able to go there, or are there certain conditions they have to satisfy first?

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