Iron Mantle

"I wrap my allies in the same silence that protects me."

Bastion Soul R3 · Power Psionic
Cost
1 Erosion
TN
13
Tempo
T6
Steps
Yes
Resist

Effect

All allies within Near range gain the following for the rest of the scene:

  • +2 Roll Bonus to resist all psionic effects
  • Immunity to Rank 1 psionic Talents (they simply fizzle)
  • +1 AR against Psionic attacks that deal physical damage (telekinetic strikes, Boil Blood feedback, etc.)

Steps

+1 Roll Bonus per Step (max +4 total from Steps).

Special

The Mantle is visible — a faint gray shimmer around each protected ally, like heat haze. Enemy Psionics can see who is protected and adjust tactics accordingly. The Mantle ends if you are knocked unconscious.