Siva

Overview
Siva is a metallic superfluid with microstructures of iron oxide in a solvent of hydrocarbons. It is a valuable tool in genetic augmentation, weapon creation, hydraulic tower architecture, and in creating the Clade known as the infected.

Structure
Siva is made of tiny particles no more than a nanometer wide, all synchronized by an ethereal substance called "Engram" which gives it life in the form of data. The Siva is then able to re-format molecules, give shape to objects, and allow the creation of abilities which regular genetic engineering is unable to accomplish.

Movement
Siva is a perpetually-moving substance, similar to how E-coli is able to perpetually move if the motions are completely synchronized. Siva is synchronous by nature, and does not requite external fuel sources. Leading to great engineering marvels such as the perpetually-moving Carana Sculptures.

Genetic Modifying
Siva can re-format and change genetic data. It is also able to speed up biological processes, initiating the change. After the Siva is applied, it leaves the subject's body permanently. This is not the case for the Infected which have Siva in their body naturally, gaining the adaptivity and strength Siva has, but sacrificing their own genetic health, leading to horrific deformities as seen in the Helminth Strain of the infection.

Trivia
Siva is named after the Hindu deity Shiva, also spelled Siva in Sanskrit.