This is an enhanced control over ectoplasm that gives the psychic the ability to cover and disguise their facial features. Ectoplasm is created as normal, with the pseudo-substance rising from the pores of the skin. The ectoplasm covers the face, and any exposed skin. As it solidifies, it becomes a sort of putty-like material that can be mentally shaped and molded by the psychic. Once the desired shapes and features are achieved, the psychic can make the ectoplasm look like real flesh. The best way to create an ectoplasmic disguise is for the psychic to look at a person or a painting and concentrate on that image while the ectoplasm automatically molds into that shape/image, including skin colour. Not only can the psychic create a mask to hide their facial features, but they can also change the shape and bulk of their body with ectoplasm, adding a pot belly, muscles, a tail, or an extra eye, etc.
An ectoplasmic disguise is especially effective at a distance, but does not hold up under close scrutiny. The ectoplasm always has a bit of a 'dull' and 'pasty' appearance, regardless of skin colour. If punched, cut, scraped etc. the ectoplasmic covering will tear away and, in a matter of seconds, noticeably reform to repair the damage. The psychic must also concentrate on maintaining their disguise, which means their attention is divided and hampered.
Note: Only Nightblade Assassins are Ever tought this ability. It is a trick of their trade that they will, (and have) kill to keep secret.
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