Priming - Final Fantasy XVI Database

In-game Description

The act of a Dominant transforming their living flesh into that of their Eikon. Dominants most often prime during times of war, using the immense strengths of their Eikons to turn the tides of battle. Though it is usually done deliberately—the Dominant remaining in control of the Eikon even when primed—on occasion a Dominant will lose control of their powers and see their Eikon run riot.

The Eikon’s Toll

The act of a Dominant transforming their living flesh into that of their Eikon. Priming does not require a continual draw on the aether—it is rather maintained by the constant channeling of the vast quantities of aether imbued within the Dominant’s own body. This allows Dominants to remain primed even when they enter the aetherless deadlands—but also results in the crystals’ curse taking a heavy toll on them with every act of priming.