Essence of Essences
By consuming the essence of Essences, you gain several boons:
Granting Essences: You can grant essences to others but cannot grant yourself any essences. This does not prevent you from having another essence that allows this ability. However, you cannot give others the Essence of Essences.
Companion Upgrades: Any companions from another CYOA can be automatically upgraded with the essences you choose, either when they join you or retroactively. This will not disturb their life experiences unless you wish to change them.
Essence-Removing Dagger: You receive a dagger that can remove or suppress the essences of anyone you have granted them to. The dagger cannot affect the essences of those you did not grant or work on yourself. It is indestructible and can pierce or cut through nearly anything, including magic or souls, when desired. The dagger can shapeshift into other melee weapons and can be summoned instantly.
Protective Cloak: You receive a cloak or set of robes that makes you immune to the essences you have granted to others. The cloak is nearly indestructible, regenerates if damaged, and can sustain you indefinitely as long as it is worn. It can shapeshift into other clothes on demand and can be summoned instantly.