Post by Elder Chezabelle on Jul 21, 2007 15:24:18 GMT -5
Yoma:
The main enemy of the Claymore organisation, the Yoma are a species of humanoid monsters that coexist with humans in the Claymore world.
Common Yoma are the same size as humans, but some can be noticeably larger and more heavily muscled. Their bodies are generally similar in shape to those of humans, but their skin texture is significantly different. Most have rows of stubby spikes growing from their upper backs. Their limbs are also elongated, ending in clawed digits. Yoma heads sport large, fang-filled jaws and pointed ears, giving them a more bestial appearance.
Yomas seem to have intelligence approximately equal to that of humans, though sometimes dulled/influenced by their bestial nature. Their strength, speed, and durability far exceed those of normal humans, allowing the average Yoma to assault large groups of unarmed humans or small groups of armed humans with impunity. Their regenerative capabilities also allow them to survive grievous wounds and heal faster than normal. Body parts that cannot be regenerated in humans, such as eyes, grow back within days.
Perhaps the single greatest asset of the Yoma race is their ability to shape-shift. All Yoma can alter their shape and colour in order to become physically identical to humans (even if their natural form is considerably larger). Yoma can perfectly copy the shape of specific humans, becoming completely indistinguishable from the original. They can take the shape of any type of human, even a human corpse. By eating a human's brain, a Yoma can absorb their memories. This allows Yoma to secretly replace any person within any given town or community without alerting anyone, not even close family members and friends. Thus far, the only sure way of detecting Yoma in their human form is through the sensing of their Yoki, an ability unique to Yoma and Claymores.
Older, more experienced Yoma eventually learn to exploit their shape-shifting powers for more offensive uses. A common technique is to hyper-extend their fingers or limbs at great speeds. Yoma can use this technique to punch clean through armoured humans from as far as ten metres away. Some Yoma can grow bat-like wings, allowing for flight and aerial attacks.
The main enemy of the Claymore organisation, the Yoma are a species of humanoid monsters that coexist with humans in the Claymore world.
Common Yoma are the same size as humans, but some can be noticeably larger and more heavily muscled. Their bodies are generally similar in shape to those of humans, but their skin texture is significantly different. Most have rows of stubby spikes growing from their upper backs. Their limbs are also elongated, ending in clawed digits. Yoma heads sport large, fang-filled jaws and pointed ears, giving them a more bestial appearance.
Yomas seem to have intelligence approximately equal to that of humans, though sometimes dulled/influenced by their bestial nature. Their strength, speed, and durability far exceed those of normal humans, allowing the average Yoma to assault large groups of unarmed humans or small groups of armed humans with impunity. Their regenerative capabilities also allow them to survive grievous wounds and heal faster than normal. Body parts that cannot be regenerated in humans, such as eyes, grow back within days.
Perhaps the single greatest asset of the Yoma race is their ability to shape-shift. All Yoma can alter their shape and colour in order to become physically identical to humans (even if their natural form is considerably larger). Yoma can perfectly copy the shape of specific humans, becoming completely indistinguishable from the original. They can take the shape of any type of human, even a human corpse. By eating a human's brain, a Yoma can absorb their memories. This allows Yoma to secretly replace any person within any given town or community without alerting anyone, not even close family members and friends. Thus far, the only sure way of detecting Yoma in their human form is through the sensing of their Yoki, an ability unique to Yoma and Claymores.
Older, more experienced Yoma eventually learn to exploit their shape-shifting powers for more offensive uses. A common technique is to hyper-extend their fingers or limbs at great speeds. Yoma can use this technique to punch clean through armoured humans from as far as ten metres away. Some Yoma can grow bat-like wings, allowing for flight and aerial attacks.