Sister Hospitallar Emily Castine

Project Otium: Serum Framework Primary function: A polymorphic bio-alchemical serum capable of inducing temporary or persistent controlled anatomical differentiation in an adult recipient. Core mechanism: Uses a polymorphic/shapeshifting compound as its foundation. Reads the recipient's genetic and phenotypic characteristics. Generates tissue that is biologically compatible with the recipient. Matches: Skin pigmentation Skin texture Temperature Vascular characteristics Cellular/genetic signature Emily's post sainthood abilities allow substantially finer control than was simply not possible during her original research. Adjustable parameters: Overall morphology Dimensions and proportions Tissue density Sensory characteristics, I.E. Flavor, texture, so on Regenerative capacity Secretory characteristics Storage capacity Fertility status Metabolic requirements Duration of manifestation Reversibility Fertility Control: A key feature, primary purpose Sterile configuration: No reproductive capability. Designed specifically for recreational/stress-relief applications. Prevents conception without requiring the recipient to permanently alter their reproductive biology or use standard safety methods. Fertile configuration: Enables reproductive functionality. Requires substantially greater biological stability. Considered a higher-risk configuration and therefore subject to additional safeguards. Note: Emily's Coven primarily uses the sterile configuration for stress management. Emily's Post-Sainthood Breakthrough The most interesting scientific development is that Emily's death and subsequent resurrection as Saint Castine changed the project. Before sainthood: Emily could formulate the serum but had reached a practical biological control limit. After sainthood: Her miraculous physiology and newfound control over biological phenomena allowed her to perceive and manipulate the serum's polymorphic processes at a level previously impossible.

Equipment: Saint Lux Fulgari: The Light of Fulgerite The weapon created through the union of the Fulger Shard and the Guardian Spear. This weapon has been recorded as both melee and ranged weapon, possessing the ability to fire a devastating beam of ravenous holy light at great ranges. This golden spear has become the primary weapon of Saint Castine. Lux Serenitas: The Light of Serenity Gifted by Lieutenant Alandrus of the Celestial Falcons, this relic plasma pistol later became blessed with holy radiance. This weapon is known to possess devastating close range firepower. Lux Cora: The Light of the Heart Originally a simple power switch gifted to Emily by Canoness Robin Zinna. Later the weapon became blessed upon her ascension, now holding a white golden radiant lightning said to slice through ceramite with ease. Lux Anima: The Light of the Soul Originally a simple bolt pistol gifted to Emily upon her completion of her Hospitaller training Upon her ascension, the weapon was likewise blessed and now holds a white golden hue. It is said the weapon fires blazing bolts and never requires reloading. Drake Amulet: Salamander's Compassion Gifts of the Salamanders following Emily's successful treatment of Sergeant Heckatan. This item and its companion have also been blessed. It is said that the Amulet emits a wave around the Saint that somehow heals injuries, this requires further study. The Drake Mantle: Nocturne's Embrace The Drake Scale Mantle has become a permanent fixture of the Saint's armor, both remaining as an individual piece of clothing while embedding its scale pattern into the armor and enhancing all heat resistance. This change in armor style later inspired the Coven of the Fulger Spear to modify their own armor in scale patterns. The Wolf Fang Necklace: Wolves Diligence Gifted by Skaldi Hjolderson following Emily's service alongside the Space Wolves. Upon her ascension this necklace gained a radiance of its own and it is said the spirits of the wolves within protect the Saint when times are dire. Arma Misericordiae: The Armor of Mercy Originally a standard issue Sororitas Pattern power armor later modified with Hospitaller and Artificer adjustments. This Suit changed drastically upon her ascension. Changed by the holy flame, the Drake mantle, and the souls of those with her, the armor gained a new height of durability and resistance while becoming significantly lighter in the process. How this occurred has baffled many dedicated material scientists and Magos of the Adeptus Mechanicus. The Benedictora Vitae'ana: The Life Giver Originally a heavily modified Chirurgeon, this piece of equipment has changed significantly. It had become significantly smaller, easier to use, yet significantly more advanced. Once again, many dedicated Magos of the Adeptus Mechanicus are baffled by the material changes. Velum Misericordiae: The Veil of Mercy Emily's original Hospitaller veil, worn throughout her mortal service. After her ascension, it supposedly calms the dying and allows frightened soldiers to remain conscious and peaceful during their final moments.