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Very often, Ahamkara will intentionally twist or misinterpret the meaning behind the words or thoughts of their interlocutors as they formulate a wish, resulting in adverse consequences for the unfortunate individual making the wish. In keeping with this, they are known for their love of wordplay and double-meanings, as this is intimately tied to the process by which they feed; indeed, it has been noted that Ahamkara derive greater nourishment from twisting the parameters of their "contracts" in this way.<ref name="Queensfoil Censer"/> The Ahamkara known as [[Taranis]] was a notable exception in this regard, being regarded as "plain-spoken" and known for granting the wishes of other beings without making any effort to do them harm in the process.<ref name="First Gift"/>

Ahamkara are also notable for their ability to survive beyond their physical death. If they are killed, their consciousness will persist as an incorporeal "spirit" tied to their bones or other physical remains. In light of this, it has been speculated that the physical form of an Ahamkara is more of a "representation", distinct from their actual being.<ref name="Queensfoil Censer"/> In this form, they are capable of telepathically communicating with nearby intelligent beings; this became apparent to the Guardians during and after the Great Ahamkara Hunt, as they discovered that the bones of slain Ahamkara continued to whisper to them.<ref name = "Greaves"/> Despite this, Ahamkara bones are often incorporated into charms and pieces of armor; some claim that plating Ahamkara bones with silver prevents the "auditory hallucinations" associated with their use, but it is unclear whether this is effective or not.<ref>'''Bungie (2015/9/15)''', ''[[Destiny]]: [[The Taken King]] - Item Description: [[Sealed Ahamkara Grasps]]''</ref> Ahamkara are still capable of granting wishes when existing as bones, but they are noted to be seemingly less potent and more difficult to initiate.<ref name="Queensfoil Censer"/>