In the world of RE: Alternative the magic system powered by curse energy or Reiju this faction of Curse ability stems from the beginning of time beyond any form of recorded history or any Reiju technique created described and is rumored that Reiju doesn't even flow through these techniques.
"The unexplainable, the unseen, the echo of the soul. Anima."
Anima is the manifestation of a being's soul, a true reflection of one's true self. It's something that's unexplained (for now), intentionally vague.
Within the Universe, Anima is known to evolve and change according to the user's mentality. As writers, we organize these into "Tiers" Usually, people within will awaken their Anima in such a manner.
Tier 1 - Anima Fragment - Physical Awakening
Tier 2 - Anima Series - Spiritual Awakening
Anima is usually unleashed with an incantation of sorts that references the mental state that the Anima was awakened in. Usually, Anima classified as T1 doesn't require much of an incantation due to the vagueness. T2 requires some form of incantation, especially if a specific ability is used.
Tier 1 - Physical Awakening - Anima Fragments
Known as "Breaking the Shell", and it typically requires a person to undergo a significant amount of physical trauma or stress. The ideal result of this process is an awakening of a being's ability to use Reiju, including but not limited to regeneration. There is a slim chance the User will only break their body in the process and not achieve a Tier One awakening — survival rates are 80%. They are usually gifted with an ability that may be seen as supernatural or even something more latent.
Ex… Fraitz Akamon awakened his Anima as a child as many children of noble houses are forced to due, enduring 10 days within the icy tundras of Invid. As a child, he was very recluse and cold to others. Because of this, the ice he creates reaches temperatures below anything conceivable by anyone not experienced in the Superbia Curse Series.
Tier 2 - Spiritual Awakening - Anima Series
Called "Freeing the Mind", Curse Users typically achieve this tier by undergoing an extreme amount of mental stress or trauma. Although Curse Users who achieve Tier Two awakening can expect faster reflexes and better perception awareness, they also run the risk of losing their mind in the process — survival rates are 50%. Those who succeed in this form of awakening are very inconsistent. Some experience small amounts of their Anima awakening over a set period and usually will require more time to fully unlock.
Ex…..Rama Kahn has always had acute senses as a child. His foster parents described it as him almost seeing things before they transpire and moving on lighting-like instinct alone. When reaching the point and fully being brought to his limit. His latent anima evolved, allowing him to react with lightning-like speeds when focused. Throughout time, he grew more experienced in using the ability, not even requiring focus, and allowed his mind to be taken over by pure instinct in battle, able to allow his full potential to be unleashed.