Depth definitely factors. Past the epidermis and the dermis. Eventually, if deep enough, you'll strike muscle. You would have to slice past the epidermis because this part of the skin is non-sensitive and non-vascular.
Skin is the outer protective covering of the body. Any trauma,(epecially 'skinning') if not allowed to heal, is prone to infection and further weakening.
Also, don't forget, sweating rids the body of waste material secreted through the pores of the skin.
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Date: 2004-07-19 06:03 pm (UTC)Depth definitely factors. Past the epidermis and the dermis. Eventually, if deep enough, you'll strike muscle. You would have to slice past the epidermis because this part of the skin is non-sensitive and non-vascular.
Skin is the outer protective covering of the body. Any trauma,(epecially 'skinning') if not allowed to heal, is prone to infection and further weakening.
Also, don't forget, sweating rids the body of waste material secreted through the pores of the skin.