Psykique

Psykique is a term often used in speculative fiction and popular culture to describe individuals who possess extraordinary mental abilities. These abilities are typically distinct from those achievable through normal human cognitive functions and are often presented as innate or developed through unusual circumstances. Common examples of psykique abilities include telepathy, the ability to communicate or influence minds without physical means; telekinesis, the power to move objects with the mind; precognition, the capacity to foresee future events; and pyrokinesis, the ability to generate and control fire with one's thoughts.

The concept of psykique abilities has roots in early 20th-century parapsychology, which explored phenomena like telepathy and clairvoyance, though these claims remain unverified by mainstream science. In fiction, psykique characters often serve as plot devices, introducing elements of mystery, conflict, or heightened capabilities. Their powers can be a source of great strength or a dangerous burden, leading to themes of isolation, responsibility, and the ethics of using such abilities. The precise nature and limitations of psykique powers vary widely depending on the fictional universe in which they are depicted. While the term itself is not a scientific one, it serves as a convenient descriptor for a range of fantastical mental powers.