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Fictional illusion powers and the limits of deception

An Azur Lane question distinguishes deceiving perception from creating constructs or physically interactive illusions.

Question

What practical uses could the illusion powers shown in Azur Lane have?

Short answer

They could deceive and confuse, but the possibilities depend on whether they alter perception, create constructs, or allow physical interaction.

Notes

Illusion powers could deceive or confuse an opponent, but their practical use depends on the rules of the fictional setting. Making someone perceive something that is absent differs from creating a visible construct. An illusion solid enough to interact with introduces another set of possibilities. The answer therefore separates the general aim of deception from the particular abilities a story grants its characters.