Impersonator

undefined: An impersonator is a shapeshifter who can 'copy' the appearance, mannerisms, system roles, and/or voice of certain headmates, people, etc.

They are usually aware of who or what they're impersonating. The reason a headmate could be an impersonator is quite varied. It may be to protect the system, to help mask, to comfort others, to cause drama, for the impersonator's personal gain, to provoke fear, to expose headmates to triggers, or to take on a role they don't have.

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Impersonators may also be mimics, substitutes, chameleons, or soma stealers.

An impersonator can act as a protector or a persecutor, depending on how they use their abilities, and may fall under other sub-terms of these.