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=====Astral Cores=====

Every [[Stellaborn]] is comprised of two essential components that the [[Deities|Goddesses]] form together with their magic to give them form before they are sent to [[Kunvadis]] to begin their waking lives. 

This Astral Core is considered their essential life force and the center of their being. Each Astral Core is formed from a condensed star cluster who's gravitational force upon forming created a nearly indestructible container around its self, which [[Astrali]] researchers have come to call 'star glass'.

Though most of the time the [[Deities|Goddessess]] will take an Astral Core in its newly formed clusters, sometimes they will fall down to [[Kunvadis]] as Raw Astral Cores. Though it is unexplained on why the [[Deities|Goddessess]] choose not to give life to every cluster, researchers in [[Starhaven]] theorize that a star cluster can sometimes form its star glass prematurely, creating an Astral Core that is not strong enough to become an [[Stellaborn]].

{{raw-astralnebuluscore.png?125 |Raw Astral Nebulus Core}} The Astral Nebulus Core is the one core that does not show in any [[Stellaborn]]  nor is it a viable core, as this core is the ethereal 'soul' of a [[Stellaborn]] before [[Iphion]] hands it to her siblings to allow them to add in their authentic core and life. It is believed that these 'soul cores' are a piece of [[Iphion]] herself that she gifts to every [[Stellaborn]], although it is never physically seen. A raw version of this core has only been found once in the entire history of [[Stellagos]], and it is held to this day by [[Hypselle Aster]]. The explanation of this lost soul core with no home does not exist.

Most Raw Astral Cores will fall to [[Kunvadis|Kunvadis's]] surface during special meteoric events called [[Clusterfall]], and are often collected for use in furthering the abilities of a [[Stellaborn]]. Coresmiths can turn Raw Astral Cores into a vial of [[chronovelour]], which can help alter an [[Stellaborn|Stellaborn's]] magical ability.

^   Astral Cores   ^^^
^   Astral Light Core  | {{raw-astrallightcore.png |Raw Astral Light Core}} | \\ \\ The Astral Light Core is the most common type of Astral Core found in a [[Stellaborn]], giving them their ability to practice magic. Though the Light Core does not give any special magical ability or enhancement on a specific magical class, it is the starting level needed for them to perform the basic [[Magic|Magics]]. \\ \\ An Astral Light Core gives a +5 level bonus to the Agility (AGI) [[character-attributes|Attribute]]. |
^   Astral Burning Core  | {{raw-astralburningcore.png |Raw Astral Burning Core}} | \\ \\ The Astral Burning Core is formed when a star cluster begins to run out of hydrogen during the Core creation process, only being saved by the star glass that kept it from completely collapsing. When a [[Stellaborn]] has an Astral Burning Core, their destructive fire [[Magic]] is a lot more potent than other Astral Cores. \\ \\ An Astral Burning Core gives a +5 level bonus to the Strength (STR) [[character-attributes|Attribute]]. |
^   Astral Radiation Core  | {{raw-astralradiationcore.png |Raw Astral Radiation Core}} | \\ \\ The Astral Radiation Core is formed when a star cluster endures a radioactive event, much like when Ovphion's Ribbons grace the atmosphere. [[Stellaborn]] with an Astral Radiation Core are often found in the apothecary fields, since their Radiation Core grants them strong magical abilities and resistances with poisonous and dangerous materials that are often deadly. \\ \\ An Astral Radiation Core gives a +5 level bonus to the Defense (DEF) [[character-attributes|Attribute]].|
^   Astral Grim Core  | {{raw-astralgrimcore.png |Raw Astral Grim Core}} | \\ \\ The Astral Grim Core is one of the strongest and strangest cores that has been discovered, due to its destructive forming. On the cusp of complete destruction that would turn a starlight cluster into a miniature black hole, its star glass forms around it, stopping it in the starry blackness of grim. [[Stellaborn]] with the Astral Grim Core are given great power in the dark and necromantic [[Magic|Magics]]. \\ \\ An Astral Grim Core gives a +5 level bonus to the Intelligence (INT) [[character-attributes|Attribute]]. |
^   Astral Brilliance Core  | {{raw-astralbrillancecore.png |Raw Astral Brilliance Core}} | \\ \\ Born from freshly formed stars that immediately found their cluster, the Raw Astral Brilliance Cores are full of wild magic still finding their purpose. If a [[Stellaborn]] has a Brilliance Core their [[Magic]] can occasionally have wild bursts of strength, but their constant hum of power contributes to their ability to heal and nurture. \\ \\ An Astral Brilliance Core gives a +5 level bonus to the Charisma (CHA) [[character-attributes|Attribute]]. |
^   Astral Energy Core  | {{raw-astralenergycore.png |Raw Astral Energy Core}} | \\ The Astral Energy Core is one of the strangest cores to be found, considering its multi-purpose abilities. While most other Astral Cores have some sort of specialization in either the magic or the abilities it grants to its [[Stellaborn]], the Astral Energy Core seems to give minor knowledge of all magic types. Its color is usually orange, but can range to yellow. \\ \\ An Astral Energy Core gives a +1 level bonus to ALL [[character-attributes|Attributes]]. |

Either by the [[Deities|Goddesses]] blessing or the ingestion of [[chronovelour]], a [[Stellaborn]] can have multiple cores in their system. These combinations allow them to gain natural advantages with the more difficult magics, while also giving them a sense of pride to show off the colors inhabiting their Astral Cores.

These combined Astral Cores can not be found during [[Clusterfall]] events.

^   Combined Astral Cores Examples   ^^^
^   Astral Vortex Core  | {{raw-astralvortexcore.png |Raw Astral Vortex Core}} | \\ \\ \\ An Astral Vortex Core is the combination of the Astral Grim and the Astral Brilliance Cores. Bringing the beginning and the end together in a single swirling mixture of black and white, [[Stellaborn]] with the Vortex Core get mixed reactions of being seen as blessed or cursed. They gain boons in dark magic, necromancy, healing, and wild [[Magic]]. |
^   Astral Aurora Core  | {{raw-astralauroracore.png |Raw Astral Aurora Core}} | \\ \\ \\ Astral Aurora Cores are the combination of every core other than the Astral Grim or Brilliance Cores. [[Stellaborn]] with this combination of cores are often seen as masters in every magical craft, and often become professors or teachers of their magic to those still learning the basics. This core grants boons in poison, fire, and general [[Magic]] potency and ability. |
^   Astral Multi-Core  | {{raw-astralmulticore.png |Raw Astral Multi-Core}} | \\ \\ \\ If a [[Stellaborn]] has an Astral Multi-Core, they are a master in all kinds of magics and often revered by others. To be able to hold and master each of the core's magic ability is a difficult and treacherous path that only few get to call their own. The Astral Multi-Core gives boons to every [[Magic]] an [[Astrali]] can perform, ensuring them the highest honors and respect.  |