Telekinesis |
–Razputin
Telekinesis, sometimes shortened to "TK"[1], is the psychic power to move, manipulate or otherwise interact with objects/matter without physical means.
Psychonauts[]
Razputin learns telekinesis when his PSI Cadet rank reaches 20. This skill allows Raz to lift objects and throw them with his mind. When using this, Raz grasps the object with a mental hand, and then throws it in any direction. The Bears use this to attack Raz. It is first required in the Milkman Conspiracy as it is required to fight off the Nightmares that lurk in Boyd Cooper's mind.
At PSI Cadet Rank 65, Raz gains the upgrade TK Extension, which increases his throwing range.
Strategies/Uses[]
- It is good for picking up smaller bad guys and throwing them away from you, into other baddies or into much bigger objects.
- It is also helpful for throwing objects into bad guys.
- Good for reaching objects that are otherwise just out of reach.
Psychonauts: In the Rhombus of Ruin[]
Razputin can use telekinesis to lift objects in Psychonauts in the Rhombus of Ruin. Unlike in Psychonauts and Psychonauts 2, Raz doesn't use a psychic hand to lift objects.
Psychonauts 2[]
Telekinesis can be used to lift, carry, or throw objects in Psychonauts 2. Unlike the previous two games, there is a slight cooldown between each pluck.
Strategies/Uses[]
- Telekinesis can be used to lift objects and carry them around. It can also be used to steal objects from enemies, or toss objects at them for damage.
Upgrades[]
- Base Power - Lift objects to carry or throw.
- Extra Mustard - Fling objects with increased force to deal more damage.
- Sleight of Hand - Cooldowns between TK plucks are shortened.
- Swift Lift - Objects that are stuck in place are plucked faster.
Pins[]
- Beastmastery - Use Telekinesis to pet your furry forest friends.
- Power Nap - Thrown objects will daze your enemies for much longer!
- Plucky - If there are no objects to TK, just pluck a ground chunk to throw!
Prop Fly Glitch[]
If Raz charges a PSI-Blast while standing on an object (or prop), then uses TK, he will begin to fly upwards. To continue flying, Raz must keep moving to the right to stay on top of it, as TK'd objects float at Raz's right.
Effects on characters (Psychonauts)[]
Character reactions to being lifted with telekinesis. (Click expand to open) |
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Note: Not all characters physically appear in the game and thus cannot have reactions.
Evil AugustusRaz cannot lift Evil Augustus. Becky Houndstooth"Hey, I only let my Chiropractor do this. Do you have a licence?" "Put me down!" Bonita SoleilRaz cannot lift Bonita. Boyd Cooper(Before the Milkman Conspiracy): "Ah! They've come for me! They're taking me away!" (After the Milkman Conspiracy): "Nothing can distract me from my mission. I will not rest until I've delivered the milk." The Milkman: Raz cannot lift the Milkman. CampersBenny "The Nose" Fidelo: "Lemme down! Lemme down! Yow!" Bobby Zilch: "Oh, that was your fatal mistake. I hope you have a will." Chloe Barge: "Finally! I'm being TAKEN! They've finally come for me! Hey! It's just you. PUT ME DOWN!" Clem Foote: "Haha! Yay! Raz learned Telekinesis! Right on!" Melvin "Chops" Sweetwind: "What's this all about, eh?" Crystal Flowers Snagrash: "Wow, you're really good at Telekinesis, Raz! That's awesome!" Dogen Boole: "I'm not supposed to get wild at camp!" Elka Doom: "Hey! Grow up, Razputin!" Elton Fir: "Okay, I really don't like being up this high." Franke Athens: "Put me down or Kitty's dad will sue your whole family!" James "J.T." Hoofburger: "Put me down partner or I'll show you what a good shot I am!" Kitty Bubai: "Hey, put me down or my dad will sue your whole family!" Lili Zanotto: "I'm going to be quiet and hope that you just go away." Maloof Canola: "What are you trying to prove, Raz?" Mikhail Bulgakov: "Hm. Thanks for the boost. But no, still cant see no bears from up here." Milka Phage: "Grrrr!" Nils Lutefisk: "Drop me or I will drop you!" Phoebe Love: "Hey! Rrrrr! Enough! Put me down!" Quentin Hedgemouse: "Hey, free airplanes rides today!" Vernon Tripe: "Hey, put me down!" Coach Oleander"What the-- ha! That's some mind you got there kid. If you want to keep it, I suggest you put me down." Kochamara: Raz cannot lift Kochamara. Little Oly: "No, not me! Grab the bunny! I'm not a bunny! I'm not!" Crispin WhyteheadRaz cannot lift Crispin. Dingo InflagranteRaz cannot lift Dingo. Dr. Caligosto LobotoRaz cannot lift Dr. Loboto in the first Psychonauts game. Dog PaintersThe dog painters do not have voice lines, but will struggle if lifted. Den MotherRaz can lift the Den Mother. She does not voice lines when lifted, but she will struggle. Edgar Teglee
Ford Cruller(Psychonaut Cruller): "Very Nice. Now set me down easy and go pick up something that won't blow up your head if you make it mad." (Admiral Cruller): "Okay, that's funny. NOW PUT ME DOWN." (Chef Cruller): "Okay, that's funny. NOW PUT ME DOWN." (Ranger Cruller): "Okay, that's funny. NOW PUT ME DOWN." (Janitor Cruller): "Okay, that's funny. NOW PUT ME DOWN." Fred Bonaparte(Before Waterloo World): "Oh no. Whats this? A secret weapon?" (During Waterloo World): "Not me. You're supposed to be moving the pieces around." (After Waterloo World): "Hey Raz. D'you mind? I'm trying to work out a reverse Carpenter's Gambit here..." French Soldiers(Napoleon): "Hey! Don't touch my pieces! That is cheating!" Fat LadyRaz cannot lift the Fat Lady. Fortune TellerRaz cannot lift the fortune teller, however he has a unique animation where he will try to physically lift the base of the machine. Gloria Von Gouton"Oooh, now I know this isn't supposed to happen." G-Men"Why don't you come in here and do that, tough guy?" Milla Vodello"I was already floating Razputin. That's hardly a challenge." Jasper RollsRaz cannot lift Jasper. Linda the LungfishRaz cannot lift Linda. Napoleon Bonaparte"I am not short but you should know for future reference that short people do not enjoy being lifted up as if they were children. I am an Emperor! I am King!" OatmealRaz cannot lift oatmeal. Party DancersRaz cannot lift the party dancers. Rainbow Squirts"Let me down or I'll scream for the police!" Stage ActorsFlower Girls (friendly): "Weee! Yay! Ha ha ha!" Flower Girls (aggressive): "Ahhhh!" Dogs: "Ruff! Yay! We're going for a ride! Ruff!" Feral Hounds: "Grrrr. Grrr" Harpies and birds: Raz cannot lift the harpies or birds. Sasha Nein"Impressive. Now release." (inside his mind) "Enough!" Sheegor"Dont even try it." The ButcherRaz cannot lift the Butcher. Knife ThrowerThe knife throwers will grunt angrily if Raz picks them up. |
Effects on characters (Psychonauts in the Rhombus of Ruin)[]
Character reactions to being lifted with telekinesis. (Click expand to open) |
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Note: Not all characters have reactions.
Dr. Caligosto Loboto"Stop that at once, you bad little boy! It's unnatural!" Fish GuardsThe fish guards will react with curiosity if Raz lifts them with telekinesis. Lili ZanottoTBA Coach OleanderTBA Sasha Nein(Before Psilirium poisoning)
(During Psilirium Poisoning)
(Post Psilirium Poisoning)
Milla VodelloTBA |
Trivia[]
- In Lungfishopolis, Razputin's mental hand appears as a claw instead of a hand, because the Lungfish Citizens view him as a monster.
- Most characters dislike being involuntarily lifted by Telekinesis.
- Raz can still use telekinesis even as only a brain.
References/Notes[]
- ↑ *Ford Cruller and Lizzie Natividad simply call the power "TK".