Ascendant

Bonus

Max Focus is increased.

Reaching Max Focus grants the "Ascended" effect temporarily, increasing Power Level and reducing Power Focus costs to 0.

Soul Whip does not turn off while Ascended and provides more bonus damage during Ascended.

Penalty

While not Ascended, receive a penalty to cipher Power Level.

While not Ascended, Soul Whip does much less damage, but will generate more Focus.

When Ascended fades, Focus is reduced to 0.