Crocodile Blood

 ( • • • • Life, • • Matter)                                                                            Hidden Lore   53
This Effect lets a Progenitor Genegineer alter the hemoglobin in his own blood so that carbon dioxide binds to it, creating bicarbonate ions that cause the hemoglobin to release more oxygen, Consequently, he can hold his breath for an hour or more when calm, or for several minutes of constant activity. The focus is a lengthy blood-replacement technique in sterile conditions, making the rote coincidental

[The number of successes determines the Effect's duration in hours (calm immobility) or minutes (furious action). A botch means the mage must surface immediately or begin to drown. With Prime 2, the Progenitor can create this Effect for others.]