Mindbond (Generic)

A generic 'mindbond', often called a 'soulbond' or simply a 'bond', is a device used in fantasy. It consists of an invisible connection, sometimes mysterious or fuzzily defined, between two people's minds or souls.

Common properties of a bond

• Between two people (or more)
• Indicative of a close relationship
  • can be equivalent to marriage or accompany it
  • can also accompany platonic friendship
  • can occur 'naturally' between family members, often in utero
• Intended to be permanent
  • may be broken if the relationship deteriorates
  • generally broken on one participant's death
• Causes participants to sense each other's presence, thoughts or mood
  • a bit like empathy or telepathy, but only between specific people
  • sensing may be random, sporadic, only under high stress or always present
• Participants may be able to use each other's powers or abilities