Artamu
| Kanohi Artamu | |
|---|---|
| |
| Category | Eclectic |
| Rarity | Rare |
| Kanoka Combination | Reconstitute at Random + Seismic Sense + Regeneration |
| Always Active | Yes |
| Immoral | No |
| In the Doronai Nui | No |
| In the Doronai Kofo | No |
| AP cost | N/A (Reaction) |
| In-Combat Charge Duration (ICCD) | No |
| BS01 | |
The Kanohi Artamu is the Mask of Adaptation.
The Kanohi Artamu is an odd Kanohi in that it very rarely responds to the will of its user, instead activating itself to adapt the wearer to whatever conditions they find themselves in. The mask is not without dangers, however; if the Artamu is removed before an environmental adaptation ends, the adaptation becomes a permanent feature of the being, which is often disconcerting and inconvenient for those unfortunate enough to experience it.
An Artamu Nuva is created when a destined Akaku is dipped in Energized Protodermis. In addition to its standard abilities, its adaptations have no time limit, and its power can be shared with individuals near the user; however, it can only be used by Nuva beings.
In the Doronai Nui
Great
When the wearer suffers one or more Environmental Effects (such as being underwater, in a vacuum, or in an aerial realm like Karda Nui), the Kanohi Artamu automatically activates, spending 1 (or more depending on the severity) Kanohi Charges. This expense can exceed the wearer’s Expenditure Limit. The wearer’s body shifts to become suited to the environment that they are currently in, gaining Immunity to any of the Environmental Effects (such as developing gills and webbed digits, hardened plates and air recycling systems, wings, etc.). This adaptation lasts for 36 hours, until cancelled by the wearer, or until this aspect of the Kanohi Power triggers again, whichever comes first.
Noble
When the wearer suffers one or more Environmental Effects (such as being underwater, in a vacuum, or in an aerial realm like Karda Nui), the Kanohi Artamu automatically activates, spending 2 (or more depending on the severity) Kanohi Charges. This expense can exceed the wearer’s Expenditure Limit. The wearer’s body shifts to become suited to the environment that they are currently in, gaining Immunity to any of the Environmental Effects (such as developing gills and webbed digits, hardened plates and air recycling systems, wings, etc.). This adaptation lasts for 36 hours, until cancelled by the wearer, or until this aspect of the Kanohi Power triggers again, whichever comes first.
Great Nuva
When the wearer suffers one or more Environmental Effects (such as being underwater, in a vacuum, or in an aerial realm like Karda Nui), the Kanohi Artamu automatically activates, spending 1 (or more depending on the severity) Kanohi Charges. This expense can exceed the wearer’s Expenditure Limit. The wearer’s body shifts to become suited to the environment that they are currently in, gaining Immunity to any of the Environmental Effects (such as developing gills and webbed digits, hardened plates and air recycling systems, wings, etc.). This adaptation lasts until cancelled by the wearer, or until this aspect of the Kanohi Power triggers again.
Noble Nuva
When the wearer suffers one or more Environmental Effects (such as being underwater, in a vacuum, or in an aerial realm like Karda Nui), the Kanohi Artamu automatically activates, spending 2 (or more depending on the severity) Kanohi Charges. This expense can exceed the wearer’s Expenditure Limit. The wearer’s body shifts to become suited to the environment that they are currently in, gaining Immunity to any of the Environmental Effects (such as developing gills and webbed digits, hardened plates and air recycling systems, wings, etc.). This adaptation lasts until cancelled by the wearer, or until this aspect of the Kanohi Power triggers again.
Additional notes
The Artamu automatically activates if the wearer finds themself subjected to Environmental Effects, or is in an environment for which their body is not suited
Known bearers
Models
RSG has several unofficial Artamu models: the standard Great (designed by Perp3tual and crafted by HahliNuva) inspired by official art, and a variant Great (designed and crafted by Petrus).