"We still don't understand the mechanism behind it," the man replied.
Then he continued, "But let me explain it this way. From detailed analysis and deep research, we've come to understand how normal gene skills are supposed to work."
The five sat up, slapping the files in their hands shut, their ears perked, giving full attention to what was being relayed.
"Gene skills have imprints in the DNA of lifeforms. Think of it as a readied blueprint. All you need is to channel your essence into it like a funnel, and it manifests its determined effect on reality. But Variants…"
The man paused, his face showing genuine cluelessness. "Don't go through this process at all. It is as though they bypass this mechanism entirely and impose their skills directly on reality."
Seth frowned, tilting his head in confusion. He still didn't get why this now prompted them to be so special.
