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Beyonders are individuals who have gained supernatural powers in the world of Lord of Mysteries. The Beyonder system is central to both the source novel and the upcoming game.

Overview

In the Lord of Mysteries universe, ordinary humans can gain supernatural abilities by consuming special potions. Those who successfully digest these potions and gain powers are called Beyonders.

The 22 Pathways

There are 22 distinct Beyonder pathways, each offering different abilities and progression routes. Each pathway has multiple sequences (levels) that a Beyonder can advance through, with higher sequences granting more powerful abilities.

The pathways represent different aspects of supernatural power, from combat abilities to mystical knowledge to social manipulation.

The Acting Method

A key concept in the Beyonder system is the Acting Method. To safely digest potions and advance in sequence, Beyonders must act according to the nature of their pathway. This means adopting specific behaviors, mindsets, and roles that align with their chosen path.

The game adapts this as a core mechanic, allowing players to adopt personas with unique abilities based on their pathway choices.

Dangers

Becoming a Beyonder is not without risk. Failing to properly digest a potion can lead to losing control, madness, or transformation into monsters. This danger increases at higher sequences where the powers become more potent.

Organizations

Various organizations in the Lord of Mysteries world recruit and train Beyonders:

• The Nighthawks - A church organization that hunts dangerous Beyonders

• - Various secret societies and cabals

• - Government agencies

In the Game

The Beyonder system will be central to gameplay, with players choosing pathways and advancing through sequences while using the Acting Method to develop their characters.