Unity from Rick and Morty is an example of a Hive Mind
Summary
Hive Mind is the ability to share one mind or consciousness between multiple bodies or vessels.
Unlike characters with Multiple Selves, characters with Hive Mind have the exact opposite trait. Where Multiple Selves is the ability to have multiple consciousnesses within a single vessel, Hive Mind is the ability to have one consciousness across multiple vessels.
Possible Uses
- Information Analysis (by allowing one iteration to transfer knowledge to other iterations)
- Enhanced Senses (by having every other instance sense the stimulations of a single instance)
- Multiple Selves (by having separate consciousnesses for each iteration of the Hive Mind)
- Resistance to Mind Manipulation (by necessitating the manipulation of every iteration, rather than just a single one)
Types
- Type 1: Single Minded: A single consciousness spread across multiple bodies that act as a single entity.
- Type 2: Multi-Minded: A shared mind between multiple instances, each with their own unique personality and consciousnesses. They are able to act on their own accord individually, but share more baser instincts like knowledge, stimuli, and reactions.
Users
- Agent Smith and Agents (The Matrix)
- Tyranids (Warhammer 40,000)
- Mind Flayers (Dungeons and Dragons)
- Starro (DC Comics)
- Ultron (Marvel Comics)
- Santa Claus (Chainsaw Man)
Weaknesses
If a user's single instance is captured, there are multiple negative occurrences that could happen. They could have their battle tactics revealed or be corrupted fully through their captured instance. Also, multiple entities working under one singular consciousness may be overwhelming for the singular consciousness.
Discussions
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