Synth

Synths descend from the now-extinct humans who focused on using Ethertech to enhance their physiology to survive the Age of Darkness, and were the first to discover Moon Relic infusion. At first, they incorporated inert Moonshards into protective suits to mitigate radiation poisoning. With more experimentation, they found that Moonshards could be powdered and spread on their flesh, and even mingled into it. After many generations, this process eventually resulted in Synths who were born more crystal Moonshard than flesh.

Synths’ crystalline bodies allow them to quickly adapt—and spontaneously create—Ethertech. As all Synth bioforms have this ability, Synth culture revolves around this genetic optimization through Ethertech. Most Synths are continually growing and replacing body parts and organs to create an organic structure superior to their current form. Some Synths scour ancient Archon sites in search of the lost Psience, looking to amplify their abilities. Others believe they are an evolution beyond the Archons and their Relics can be left in the past…or to the less adaptive bioforms.

While Synths do have a distinct culture they share with other Synths, this has not developed into anything like the other bioform-based factions on Anasta, such as the Wildcallers.