Influence
Influence noun - The power to direct the thinking or behavior of others usually indirectly.
Power source and influence are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Power source" instead a noun "Influence".
Power source
Influence and power source are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Influence" instead a noun phrase "Power source".
Both terms in one sentence
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He is then kept alive as a power source for the Emperor, admittedly having some small influence over the Sith's mind which does help end the Great Galactic War, and is rescued during the game.
Source: The Worf Effect -
The Sith Emperor used Revan as a living power source, but in doing so left Revan in a position to subtly influence the Emperor's mind, playing on his fear that the Sith Empire might not win against the Republic.
Source: Gainax Ending
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