A subset of paranormal mechanics focused specifically on proposing scientific-sounding mechanisms for psionic abilities: telepathy, telekinesis, clairvoyance. It often borrows from electromagnetism, quantum theory, or hypothetical bio-fields to explain how a mind could affect matter or another mind at a distance. It's the tech spec for a psychic power.
Example: "The Psionic Mechanics Theory in the sci-fi novel stated that telepathy uses modulated tachyon bursts from the pineal gland. Telekinesis was the manipulation of the quantum vacuum with focused intention. It was a full-blown, faux-physics cheat sheet to make psychic powers feel like a plausible, if advanced, technology."
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Get the Psionic Mechanics Theory mug.The general study and systematization of psionic phenomena as a coherent field. It might classify types of psionic talent, their strengths, and their manifestations (e.g., "Telepaths Class 1-5"), often drawing from parapsychology or sci-fi/fantasy world-building. It's the field guide, not the physics paper.
Example: "The RPG's Psionic Theory divided powers into Telepathy, Psychokinesis, and Clairsentience, each with skill trees. It provided rules for fatigue and resistance, creating a balanced, gameable system out of the idea of mind powers, without ever explaining the underlying 'how.'"
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