Martists

A form of sworn path magic that focuses on the exponential increase of the physical enhancement of the body in such areas as speed, strength, durability, and agility. This is also coupled with a increased capacity to retain and perform martial arts of great prowess. This is accomplished through an initial Vow of Intent followed by intense training and study. Upper tiers of this sworn path can be achieved and require additional vows of intent as well as additional loyalty prices.

Effects
While the basic premise of Martist abilities seem straightforward, the effects of activating this sworn path are varied. The higher you go in the path the more specialized the effects you can produce becomes. That being said the basics of being a Martist boil down to being able to push the body beyond that of normal physical limitations. This includes areas such as strength, agility, dexterity, durability, speed, reaction time and even to some degree regeneration. Needless to say, even a brand new Martist can do things that the average citizen could only dream about. You can learn more about the specifics of Martists abilities by tier below.

Application
If you need something protected or something taken or some where attacked, then you are going to need a Martist on your side. Martists are the staple of security firms, from the massive personal armies of the Symhexa, to the elite squadrons of private security firms. Martists are also used by the Underworld as enforcers and goons to forward their agendas.

Martists are not uncommon and while not as prevalent at Motists you would be hard pressed not to see at least two or three while you stand on a street corner. Martist abilities are also highly sought after and romanticized by the publishing firms of the Symhexa. Everyone seems to want to be a Martist and fight for Corporate Glory or defend Corporate Loyalty.

There has been a more recent trend of Martists being used for more mundane applications than just to fight. Brightfog has seen some Martists be put to work in jobs requiring great strength and endurance or quick hands and sharp eyes

Tiers
Tier 1



Tier 2



Tier 3



Tier 4



Suite of Abilities
The abilities of a Martist come in a sliding scale that represents two sets of abilities. The First set is based on Strength and Durability while the Second Set focuses more on Speed and Dexterity. Both Suite of Abilities enhance the entirety of the physical body but as you progress the slider moves toward the inevitable suite of powers that you are predisposed to settle into. This means that a Martist is unsure of what path they will be put upon when they take the First Vow of Intent.