Sith Magic and Descriptions

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Traditionally, Sith magic, also known as Sith sorcery, was an arcane expression of Force ability first developed and practiced by the original Sith species through which they manipulated the power of the dark side. Sith magic, while as much a part of the dark side as endowments like Force lightning, was accessible only to those Force-sensitives who possessed an intrinsic relationship with the dark side. Through the recitation of spells, execution of hand gestures, and or the handling of various artifacts, darksiders were able to channel the raw power of the Force's malignant side to warp minds, alter the environment, and obliterate whatever obstacles stood in their way. Males who achieved mastery were known as Sith sorcerers, mages, magicians, or wizards, while females who practiced Sith sorcery were referred to as Sith sorceresses or witches.

The magic of the ancient Sith was a complex power that assaulted an individual's psyche in ways that were both difficult to comprehend and defend against. Only beings with considerable strength of will were able to resist its psychological effects. Conversely, a Sith sorcerer's concentration was able to be interrupted by Force-users skilled in the art of Jedi battle meditation.

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A List of Sith skills requiring Sith Sorcery

• Sith Alchemy
  

- was a science that referred to a number of areas under the Sith. It encompassed any power or technique which used the Dark side of the Force to permanently alter an item or living being.

-Mask - The Mask technique was a little-known special application of Sith alchemy. Using the technique, a Sith alchemist could literally reshape an individual's appearance, altering the subject at the molecular level. The Mask technique was a little-known special application of Sith alchemy. Using the technique, a Sith alchemist could literally reshape an individual's appearance, altering the subject at the molecular level.

Very little was beyond this technique, limited only by the craftsmanship of the user. Features, age, disfigurations, even species could be concealed with the Mask (though the latter would require an incredible amount of skill to accomplish convincingly). Owing to its molecular nature, the technique lasted until altered, and even a thorough medical examination would not reveal anything out of place, unlike the tell-tale scars of surgical alterations.

-Midi-chlorian manipulation - was a form of Sith alchemy mastered by Darth Plagueis. Requiring immense knowledge of the dark side of the Force, it was the ability to create, maintain, or save life through the influencing of midi-chlorians to a certain degree. Plagueis was able to use this ability to make creatures give birth without a second partner, referred to by his droid servant 11-4D as the Magister's "pregnancies". Darth Plagueis stated that a child born of this power would be the embodiment of the Force. (Basically how Anakin Skywalker was made)

-Sithspawn - were creatures altered by Sith alchemy for use by the Sith Order. Using genetic engineering together with the dark side of the Force, Sithspawn were remade to be more brutal, more cunning, and, in some cases, more intelligent.
"Although the Force can be used to create terrifying illusions, it is sometimes more satisfying to create actual creatures that are willing and eager to shred and devour one's enemies on command."
―Palpatine

• Sith Magic
  

- an arcane expression of Force ability first developed and practiced by the original Sith species through which they manipulated the power of the dark side. Sith magic, while as much a part of the dark side as endowments like Force lightning, was accessible only to those Force-sensitives who possessed an intrinsic relationship with the dark side. Through the recitation of spells, execution of hand gestures, and or the handling of various artifacts, darksiders were able to channel the raw power of the Force's malignant side to warp minds, alter the environment, and obliterate whatever obstacles stood in their way.

-Aura of uneasiness - An aura or shadow of uneasiness was an ancient technique conjured through Sith magic that allowed an individual to proceed unabated by projecting a field of vague unease around themselves. While non-sentient creatures were primarily affected, cognizant beings also succumbed to its influence, experiencing feelings of confusion and discomfort when in close proximity to an individual emanating an aura of uneasiness. Using the dark side of the Force to project an aura of uneasiness around oneself allowed a sentient being to rid themselves of the nuisance of creatures that might otherwise cause them distress.

-Qâzoi Kyantuska (Control Mind) - was a Sith magical ability that made the wielder effectively able to control and influence the minds of anyone they chose. Employers of Qâzoi Kyantuska were capable of using the Force to telepathically dominate a single mind, or a multitude of individuals simultaneously. There didn't appear to be any incantation or gestures required, as known users were shown to have simply been in the presence of their victims. The affected were seemingly in a trance, hypnotically paralyzed and unable to control their own faculties. Should the conjurer choose, the victim could end their own life, usually against their own will. If the caster was in direct physical contact with an individual, they could tap directly into the individual's mind, and force them into whatever action they so desired.

-Dark Side Tendrils - Dark side tendrils were pure manifestations of malevolent Force energy summoned through Sith magic. These tendrils rose in the form of black mist from the ground and took the form of serpentine tentacles which swarmed their victim and attacked with the power of the pure dark side. Exceptionally powerful and difficult to conjure, this Force power required complete mental concentration. When conjured by a seasoned Sith sorcerer, dark side tendrils were able to instantly annihilate any kind of matter they get in contact with, as well as subject the individual who got injured to the full scope of the void of the dark side.

-Dwomutsiqsa (meaning "Summon Demon" in Sith) - was an ancient Sith incantation that summoned a manifestation of the dark side known as the Smoke Demon.Smoke Demons were dark side entities that could be summoned through Sith sorcery. They could metamorphose into their targets' worst fears and sought to vaporize their bodies.
"I've been scared before—I've faced death before, lots of time—but I've never felt anything like this."
―Luke Skywalker

-False light side aura - was a dark side Force power conjured through Sith magic, that covered a darksider's dark side aura with one of light. Dark Lord of the Sith Darth Zannah used this to infiltrate the Jedi Archives on in the Jedi Temple on Coruscant. Using this spell she fooled even Jedi Masters into thinking she was a follower of the light.

-Memory rubbing - was a Force technique that allowed an individual to use the Force to alter or erase both the memories and/or learned skills of another.

-Odojinya - was a Sith incantation that created a dark side web, a magic technique favored by Sith sorcerers. When used successfully this power would summon strands of dark side energy that would wrap around the target and ensnare them in an unbreakable mesh. The lattice of dark energy would then effectively sever the being's connection to the Force and continuously sap their strength as well.

-Sith Runes - was a form of Sith magic that had various effects. Sith Runes usually had some form of protection as seen in the Valley of Golg. Sith Runes were used in ancient times to produce effects of the Force, which sometimes were included in rituals.

-Spell of Concealment - Similar to the Force cloak ability, conjuring a spell of concealment through Sith magic allowed the caster to hide or cloak the presence of one or multiple individuals.

Similar to Force Fear, horror, or insanity, summon fear was a dark side Force power conjured through Sith magic, that caused the victim to experience their worst fears to the point of hysteria. It was a very powerful ability, and the duration and intensity varied depending on the caster. The longer the spell is held, the more realistic and terrifying the illusions became. To an outside viewer, the victim may seem to suddenly seize and go insane. Depending on the spell's length, the effects could range greatly. Short durations could result in the victim waking up with only a small recollection of what happened. Longer applications can cause one's physical form to seize itself into unconsciousness, while the mind is virtually destroyed. The body remains effectively comatose, while whatever lasting consciousness is tortured for all eternity. Spells even longer endured could very well result in the victim's death.

-Supernova - Causing supernovas through Sith magic was a dark side ability that allowed the conjurer, his or her power amplified by Sith crystals, to purge the core from a star, thereby causing a stellar explosion. This ability had the potential to backfire on the conjurer. With the use of ancient Sith crystals, a Sith sorcerer could channel the dark side of the Force into a weapon so strong it could rip the core right out of a star. The sorcerer could then manipulate the core through the Force, and throw it as a projectile at potential targets, vaporizing them instantly. Only the strongest masters of the dark side could fully maintain control of the supernova. Less adept maneuvers used this technique at their own peril, for without the necessary strength in the Force the liberated core would very likely consume the caster, or set off a chain reaction of supernovae.

-Sutta Chwituskak (literally "Flung Spears" in Sith) - was the proper name of the Bolt of Hatred, an ancient Sith technique conjured through magic. The Force user would create a radiant sphere of pure hatred which they could hurl at any target in their direct line of sight. Knowledge of the ability was recorded by the Sith Lord Sorzus Syn in her journals.

-Tsaiwinokka Hoyakut or Reanimated Dead - was a spell that could be used to create undead. This complex spell could awaken the freshly-dead and skeletons, transforming them into an unstoppable legion impervious to pain and capable of transmitting a necromancy infection through biting.

-Waves of Darkness - When performed by an individual adept in Sith sorcery, waves of darkness was a dark side Force power conjured through Sith magic that created visible, palpable waves of literal darkness, accompanied by a loud roaring sound. When exposed to waves of darkness, beings suffered from feelings of intense despair and confusion, before feeling compelled to flee the scene of the disturbance. The technique was popular among Great Sith War.

• Sith Rituals
  

-Dark Side Ritual - A dark side ritual was an old Sith magical art that allowed a Force user to see things one could otherwise not see. It required a connection between two beings and a drop of blood from one of the two. The ritual was started by chanting a certain phrase and feeding the drop of blood with Force lightning on an altar. The blood donor then would have to focus on the other person. The dark side ritual was a means by which Sith Lords could attack their enemies by wielding the power of dark illusion. To the intended victim, the illusion would appear to be true events and be unrecognizable as being an illusion.

Within the illusions, the person would be able to communicate with fictitious doubles of individuals they knew and be able to perform all abilities they could in reality. They would also be susceptible to pain and suffering within the illusions. The individual could also be killed within the illusion and as a result die in reality.


-Enhance Force Sensitivity - was a very powerful act, in which a Force-sensitive would give a lesser Force-sensitive a boost in power through use of a ritual ceremony that could take place in any location. This ritual would empower the recipient with the Dark side of the Force, greatly increasing their existing powers, and creating a disturbance that could be felt around the galaxy. A reborn Palpatine would perform these rituals on members of his Dark Side Elite.

Tulak Hord's ritual - was a powerful Force rite developed by the Dark Lord of the Sith Tulak Hord. The ritual was an act of Sith magic that allowed the performing Sith sorcerer to conduct an act of essence transfer—to move one's spirit out of their own body and into the body of another.

Source: http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Category:Sith_magic