Cᴏᴍᴘᴇɴᴅɪᴜᴍ ᴏꜰ Mᴀᴛᴇʀɪᴀʟ Kɴᴏᴡʟᴇᴅɢᴇ

[ ʟᴏʀᴇ ꜱʏꜱᴛᴇᴍ ]

Mᴇᴄʜᴀɴɪᴄᴀʟ Fᴜɴᴄᴛɪᴏɴꜱ:

Lore Materials are defined as Roleplay Materials (Minerals, Crystals, Woods, Cloths, etc.) that provide a unique ability beyond the purview of mundane function. Lore Materials are often used to supplement, enhance or interact with other lore pieces on the server and generally provide a boon in combative and/or non-combative roleplay scenarios. As a result, Lore Materials fall beneath the purview of ST’s Lore Team for the purposes of acceptance, balancing, and enforcement.

Lore Materials necessitate an ST Signature to be considered valid. Lore Materials may only be distributed by means of Story Event or, in rare cases, LT-sanctioned item production (e.g., Rokodra, Arcanium). In the event that a player abuses the mechanics or systems of these Lore Materials, be it through ignorance or malice, one should expect to receive intervention and punishment by the Lore Team and, if required, the Mod Team.

Each Lore Material is ascribed a rarity for the purposes of internal ST Distribution and Planning. This is to say that materials of higher tiers can expect to be distributed at a far lower rate than those of lower tiers due to their background or combative potency. ET who wish to distribute these Lore Materials must submit an “Event Materials Request” through proper channels and receive approval by ST Management. 

Open Materials constitute Lore Materials that may be produced freely without ST oversight or signature, though they remain subject to LT enforcement in the event that their mechanics are abused. Further, while the LT will generally not check for the roleplay production of these items, excessive production (i.e., renaming 200 iron swords to ‘Anorum’ at one time) may warrant LT intervention if bad faith is suspected.

Lastly, in adherence to Server Rules, any item that bears an ST Signature shall be considered ACTIVE while on one’s person. This is to say that if one were to carry four maces of an ST Signed Lore Material, they would feel the weight and effects of those four maces at all times.

ST-Sɪɢɴᴇᴅ Lᴏʀᴇ Mᴀᴛᴇʀɪᴀʟꜱ:

[ Aᴢᴜʀᴀꜱ Cᴏᴍᴘᴇɴᴅɪᴜᴍ ]

ST-Sɪɢɴᴇᴅ Lᴏʀᴇ Mᴀᴛᴇʀɪᴀʟꜱ:

[ Lᴇɢᴀᴄʏ Cᴏᴍᴘᴇɴᴅɪᴜᴍ ]

Oᴘᴇɴ Lᴏʀᴇ Mᴀᴛᴇʀɪᴀʟꜱ:

[ Cᴏᴍᴍᴏɴ Kɴᴏᴡʟᴇᴅɢᴇ ]

Oᴘᴇɴ Lᴏʀᴇ Mᴀᴛᴇʀɪᴀʟꜱ:

[ Rᴀʀᴇ Kɴᴏᴡʟᴇᴅɢᴇ ]

Rᴇꜰɪɴɪɴɢ ᴀɴᴅ Cʀᴀꜰᴛɪɴɢ:

In order to reach the full potential of the aforementioned materials, a smith will be required to refine their raw ore into a refined state as outlined in the material’s “Refining Process” sections. The standard rate for refinement is constituted as [1] Ore = [2] Ingots. Individuals are able to use these ingots to fabricate items of many different varieties, and each of them retain their own material costs. Players may choose to store these refined materials as ingots for future use, or they may fabricate an item directly from the raw ore.

In the event a player wishes to reforge a fabricated item, the melting process will subsequently lose material as “waste” and render only [½] of its original material value. This is to say that a Shortsword worth [2] Ingots will only render [1] Ingot if reforged. Acquiring a new description for an item does not require any addition or loss to material unless it is being reshaped.

For the sake of CRP balance and ticket consistency, items may generally only be forged of a single material. This is to say that one cannot affix a Lunarite hilt onto a Carbarum sword to store an enchantment, nor can one weld a High-Density Volatite Maul to a Thanhic Axehead. This said, aesthetic features may be incorporated (e.g., Lunarite/Argentum trimmings) provided that they do not provide a secondary combative effect.

The full list of Material Costs for Item Fabrication is provided below:

Wᴇᴀᴘᴏɴꜱ

1 - Dagger, Spear, Ammunition [8]

» Dagger = Dagger, Stiletto, Spike, Throwing Knife, Tantō, etc.

» Spear = Spear, Javelin, Ballista Bolt, etc.

» Ammunition = Arrowheads, Bolts, etc.

2 - Blade [Short], Polearm [Light], Axe [1H], Hammer [1H], Mace [1H], Bow-Limb [Short]

» Blade [Short] = Arming Sword, Gladius, Scimitar, Katana, etc.

» Polearm [Light] = Billhook, Bardiche, Glaive, Naginata, Trident, etc.

» Bow-Limb [Short] = Hand Crossbow, Shortbow, etc.

3 - Blade [Long], Polearm [Heavy], Axe [2H], Hammer [2H], Mace [2H], Bow-Limb [Long]

» Blade [Long] = Longsword, Bastard-Sword, Estoc, Nodachi, etc.

» Polearm [Heavy] = Polehammer, Poleaxe, Halberd, etc. 

» Bow-Limb [Long] = Crank Crossbow, Longbow, etc.

4 - Greatsword

» Greatsword = Zweihander, Claymore, Montante, etc.

8 - Titanblade

» Titanblade = Dragonslayer, Buster Sword, Samehada, Zangetsu

[NOTE]: The material cost extends only to the traditionally metal portion of a weapon. This is to say that one can only forge an Axehead and can NOT additionally cast its haft. Instead, a player must produce a handle or haft separately, as quantified in the ACCESSORIES section, if they wish to make a uniformly cast item. Additionally, a “Titanblade” constitutes approximately x2 the weight of a standard “Greatsword” and provides no additional cutting power. Lastly, ammunition such as bolts and arrows must be destroyed after being shot during CRP; ranged weapons of [1] ore more ingots (javelins, throwing knives) may be reclaimed.

Aʀᴍᴏʀꜱ

1 - Gauntlet, Vambrace, Couter, Pauldon, Sabaton, Greave [incl. Poleyn], Cuisse, Visor, Gorget

» Visor = Faceplate, Bevor, Mask, etc.

2 - Helmet [incl. Visor]

4 - Chestplate [incl. Cuirass + Plackart + Fauld + Gorget]

=Wʜᴏʟᴇꜱᴀʟᴇ=

3 - Full Arm Harness, Full Leg Harness

6 - Full Torso Harness [incl. Chestplate + 2 Full Arm Harness]

12 - Full Body Harness [incl. Chestplate + 4 Full Limb Harness + Helm]

[NOTE]: =WHOLESALE= Armor must be noted as a “Combination Set” in the item description. Combination Sets cannot be broken into individual pieces for reforging, and will be judged wholly for their =WHOLESALE= price. Further, individual armor pieces cannot be combined to make a singular item except through initial forging through the Combination Set.

[NOTE]: The text “incl.” refers to the guaranteed armor pieces included in a particular piece or set. While forging, a player may opt out of including those additional pieces for customization, albeit retaining the same price.

Sʜɪᴇʟᴅꜱ

1 - Small Shield

» Small Shield = Buckler, Boss, etc.

2 - Medium Shield

» Medium Shield = Round Shield, Heater Shield, Aspis, etc.

3 - Large Shield

» Large Shield = Tower Shield, Kite Shield, Pavise, etc.

[NOTE]: Shields forged entirely from a single material are expected to be far heavier than their wooden counterparts. Be wise to acknowledge additional fatigue incurred by the increased weight lest an enchantment or material property mitigate it.

Aᴄᴄᴇꜱꜱᴏʀɪᴇꜱ

1 - Rings [4], Piercings [4], Bracelets [2], Small Metal Parts [2], Necklace, Weapon Handle

2 - Crown, Large Metal Part, Weapon Haft

[NOTE]: “Metal Parts” are objects of different shapes and sizes made from metal, such as pipes, poles, levers, gears, etc. Anything larger than a person’s fist is considered to be LARGE.

Cʀᴇᴅɪᴛꜱ

» Islamadon [Writing]

» Pallodium [Format]

» Elrith [OLD]

An Inferi donned in a set of Rokodran armour.

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Rokodra

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Endless war and fire has been razing the immolated planes of Moz Strimoza since its genesis. A realm so brutal that rivers of blood cut through its blazing landscape and ichor rain pours in gallons from the black clouds that loom above. It is thus that beneath those cracked planes Rokodra festered, a manifestation of pure unbridled bloodshed, able to be wrought into the hallowed Infernal steel.

Rokodra is a tier 4 material and its raw form is represented by netherite scraps.

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Rokodra Ore (raw form)

Where Moz Strimoza is a patchwork abomination of a plane, dense and layered, it acts as a natural Cistern to stagnate inferis blood within, a substance as elemental as water to the point of replacing it -- the High Hells filled with flowing rivers and rain of blood -- which seeps through the scorching earth to coagulate deep in the rock and congeal into a powdery clot-like ore in veins throughout the underground. Mined and dredged by inferis slaves and refined by zar’kiel metallurgists, Rokodra is the product of the furnaces of the High Hells shaped only by the tongues of malflame.

Rokodra is a product formed from the endless seas of maleus-infused demon blood compressed within the mounds of brimstone that make up Moz Strimoza’s layers. It is thus that raw Rokodra ore can only be found naturally within the High Hells. Its raw form may therefore exclusively be obtained through ST events, there are however other, occult manners of obtaining this hallowed metal.

Unrefined, raw Rokodra is a dark-blue hued, brittle rock, shaped by the cracks in the ever-shifting planes of the High Hells through which blood used to flow and eventually congeal to form the veins of ore. The metal notably is chilled to the touch, so cold in fact it would numb the unprotected hand that tries to pick it up. Additionally, the ore appears to be completely impervious to any flame safe for malflame, allowing it to withstand the scorching fires and heat of its natural environment.

Redlines:

-Raw Rokodra ore is only found in Moz Strimoza.

-Raw Rokodra must be ST signed and distributed under their discretion.

-One cannot transport Rokodra ore without proper protection, its intense chill would numb bare hands, forcing them to drop it.

-Inferi or Naztherak touching it with their brand would be unaffected by the intense cold.

Harvesting

It is within the ever-fracturing mountains of Moz Strimoza that the stagnated veins of hardened, raw Rokodra are revealed to the surface. The harvesting of raw rokodra is an immensely dangerous procedure, presuming you even find your way to an exposed vein within the cataclysmic landscape of the High Hells, for it is within these ever-shifting mountain ranges that magma and flame spew forth from Moz Strimoza’s deepest bowels.

raw Rokodra can be found within the tectonic cracks of Moz Strimoza’s crust where its brittle form may reveal itself to the surface. If struck hard enough, this ore will shatter into powdery gravel, thus must be carefully extracted by breaking the rock surrounding it. Transport of the Rokodra by non-Inferi would have to be done through special means as the intense chill resides even within its raw form.

Although mining the ore is fairly straightforward, the real dangers of harvesting Rokodra is the plane within which it resides. Titanic bodies of jagged rock may slide and grind as it deems, giving way for geysers of magma and waves of fire. Torrents of bleeding rain and crimson lightning may ravage the wasteland and naturally the innumerous Inferis roam the stitched planes. These are but some of the frequently occurring disasters, with remnants of every conquered plane sewn together the only certainty is Chaos.

Redlines:

-Harvesting raw Rokodra from Moz Strimoza must be overseen by ST as it takes place in another realm.

-Raw Rokodra serves as part of world lore to be used in ST events, thus ST are not obligated to perform events for harvesting Rokodra, and harvesting such is fully under ST discretion if allowed at all.

-Harvesting of Rokodra is immensely dangerous due to the terrain and realm where it resides. If sought for unprepared and without proper precautions it could swiftly result in death.

-Knowledge on raw Rokodra (Where the ore generally resides) is not well-known, not even to Inferi . It must be taught by another, or learned through repeated experience.

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Ankh Rokodra - Rokodra forging

Ankh Rokodra is the process of forging rokodra, a practice common between strimozan warlords and false Princes to fit their legions and courts with hellish plating and accursed weaponry. It is an unholy process utilizing the concentrated measures of warped soul essence produced by infernal creatures called Rakir.

It is using this method that rokodra is forged, utilizing malflame by adding Rakir to fuel its flame unto greater heights allowing it to anneal the infernal metal/ore for reshaping or smithing at a nearby anvil. Rokodra is gained in this exchange when the brimstone is added to the malflame, allowing Inferi and cultists to procure this metal without needing to venture into the calamitous bowels of Moz Strimoza to obtain its raw form. Additionally through a rarely known practice, some mortals may even be able to produce a temporary faux-hellflame which would allow them to smith the Infernal steel without the help of an Inferi or Naztherak by means of adding Rakir to a forge fire.

Raw ore straight from the High Hells may simply be molten down and refined using regular malflame without the need for additional Rakir to fuel the flames.

The amount of Rakir required to fuel the malflame differs depending on the amount of Rokodra one wishes to temper due to the amount of time the malflame must remain empowered to immolate the material.

Every [1] count of Rakir expended converts to [1] ingot's worth of Rokodra; forging follows all ratios and scaling as stated within the Material Compendium lorepiece.

The process of Ankh rokodra must be taught by another who has been taught the process.

Redlines:

-Rokodra may be forged and reshaped by entities that can produce and control rakir naturally (such as Naztherak). Likewise, if someone has access to rakir they may create Rokodra if properly taught.

- Given that Rokodra is made from the invocation of Malflame or Rakir rather than an ST Material Ore, the Material Compendium values do not apply bar the 1/2 return rate for smelting down Rokodra.

-The amount of Rakir required for larger objects falls under the discretion of ST.

- Malflame cast may still melt Rokodra that is already refined and is described under Rokodra (Refined Form).

-Rakir is required to create malflame strong enough to turn brimstone into rokodra. Simply casting a spell will not convert it into such.

-The transition from Brimstone to Rokodra via the scorching mix of Rakir does not literally cause newly forged Rokodra to retain a granular structure as the Brimstone before it; when new Rokodra is formed it will cling onto and around surfaces and moulds as solid metallic plating or shapes as intended by the user.

-Brimstone, as outlined in Infernal Alchemy, while not exactly the same, is the Lotc equivalent of sulfur and may be harvested freeform at volcanoes. It does not require a signature or item to represent it.

-The process of Rokodra forging may be taught to anyone, regardless if they have an alchemy FA or not.

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A refined ingot of Rokodra

Rokodra (Refined Form)

A manifestation of the eternal war, refined by its bleeding spoils as it is donned by Infernal fiends to continue the cycle of bloodshed forevermore. This blasphemous metal is favoured by the ilk of Moz Strimoza and scavenged for in unholy reverence by the mortal cultist. This material, generally a dark, cold, subdued grey-blue metal bears numerous unique qualities which thus makes it quite valuable to the zar’rokul who lord over the warbands they outfit with this metal; they do not give it up so easily.

Rokodra, once refined and crafted into solid metal, resists all heat. It is bizarrely chilled to the touch and can even cause skin to go numb if held or touched for longer than a minute for all but Inferi and Naztherak (T3 and up), to whom their native metal feels blood-warm and comforting to hold, affecting even those normally resistant or immune to the cold. This is only circumvented by the likes of wooden boards backing shields, or wooden grips on Rokodra blades which - whilst still always cold to the touch - will suffice in thwarting the numbing effects of this cursed metal.

General Redlines:

-Rokodra items require ST signing.

-Rokodra is immune to the effects of heat, it can withstand any amount of incineration and torching, including flame and heat conjured by lesser dragonkin and their heralds.

-Rokodra will numb the body to the point of uselessness after one minute of physical touch, this includes entities completely resistant to cold temperatures. In this regard Rokodra is useless without a degree of separation from wood or other solid materials, making it far too restrictive to be worn as armour to all but Inferi and Naztherak.

-Rokodra has the same strength, weight and durability as iron.

-Rokodra items will melt if met with 3 emotes of malflame exposure. Each hit of malflame must be within 2 emotes of the last or it begins to cool down and return to normal. 

What makes rokodra metal so useful regarding Naztherak is that since it is borne of the inferis, blood turned steel, it persists with them through summoning. The great demon lords of the High Hells outfit their elite inferis with suits and armaments of rokodra which, when banished and summoned once again, come armed and ready to serve.

Should an Inferi die with any Rokodra items on their person, those items will disintegrate into ash alongside their owner’s remains and return along with them as they reconstitute their form.

Redlines:

-This effect does not make items canonically soulbound, items of rokodra may still be stolen/taken off of their person. Additionally, rokodra items may still be taken after slaying an Inferi.

-Inferi disintegrate [3] emotes after death; any items must be taken before then.

Additionally, rokodra may ‘activate’ through Rakir inscriptions in Ilzakarn upon the metal, ridges seething and exuding fettered, light-warping exhaust colored after the malflame of the scribe as an auxiliary effect and is often used by the zar’rokul and other greater inferis to mark their legions for easy identification. This occurs when fresh Inferi blood touches the metal or when malflame is present within a meter of the rokodra, however Naztherak may will this coloring into existence too. 

Through this method of inscription, Inferi may also bind their spirit to the metal, by inscribing their true name in Ilzakarn with Rakir upon the steel. Whilst lesser Inferi may manifest minor effects through this method, greater demons such as Zar’kiel have been known to create powerful weapons and relics using this manner of inscription. MArts may be made to create infernal-bound weapons, armor, or tools of any creative variety.

Redlines:

-Light through this effect cannot blind or impair vision, it may at most light up a small area surrounding the item.

-Marts created using this method should be used for minor effects and aesthetics only.

A titanic Zar’kiel marching amidst a legion of Inferi, fitted with inscribed Rokodra

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Purpose

This piece serves to give Rokodra a proper forum page like any other material on the server allowing for easier reference without distractions, it mostly copies the already existing lore of Infernal Alchemy and the original piece from Zarsies while taking the opportunity to reformat and define some of the more ambiguous parts of the lore granting clear redlines. This piece also allows easier implementation for future amendments and lore referral.

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Citations

Zarsies - Gifts of the Red Prince

Mordu - Infernal Alchemy

Raw Form

Colorstone, known as rainbow alum and other colloquial names, occurs within most caverns. It holds a pale white color similar to alum. The texture and smell are like rock salt, forming foggy crystalline stalagmites towering from the cavern floor. The material is extremely brittle and can break easily into fine dust with slight pressure. Raw colorstone is not workable or usable outside being a chalky power or salty chunk of rock.

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Harvesting

Harvesting this material is nonhazardous except for some possible lung and eye irritation from the dust produced should the pillar shatter on the floor. Due to this, it is preferred to harvest the pillar from the top down. Once extracted by hand or pick, the rocks can be ground into a powder.

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Refining

Once the powder is produced, it can be soaked in water. The dust expands and thickens the mixture, similar in texture to paint. Once satisfied, materials can be added to the mixture to change its colors vibrantly. Colors can become saturated or desaturated depending on how much material is added. Paint will remain fresh seemingly indefinitely until applied.

The current colors available are the following:

• White: No material added.
• Red: Aurum
• Orange: Bones.
• Yellow: Salt.
• Green or Blue: Copper.
• Indigo or Purple: Potash / Fertilizer.

Application

Colorstone can be applied to any metal with a brush, and like paint, it dries after a few hours of roleplay time. Although the true nature of the metal is never obscured, it leaves a lustrous appearance, unlike its counterpart. Multiple colors can be applied to one item as well, although one should be conscious with the space present.

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Purpose

From the top, people. This is a long time coming. Colorstone was perhaps my first lore on the server and needs a rework. In its current state, there is a lot of confusion about what colorstone can do or how it is made. I hope this rewrite will compress the lore into its necessities as well as reduce confusion. Although this sub is very short, it fixes issues in the current writing.

Narvaukiaan Bronze

THE BLACK METAL OF MIR

A Huskarl of an ancient Jarl of Mir, standing amidst a desolated field of battle, his armor dull & emblazoned in the dark patina of the Black Metal.

NARVAUKRBRÚNN

This alloy is known to the common tongue colloquially as ‘Narvaukiaan Bronze,’ accurately hailing its origins & composition but neglecting the specific detail that those of a much more ancient Highlander lineage may attribute to it. To the Highlander that keeps to the most ancient of rites, this bronze is further categorized as Rauðrbrúnn & Myrkrbrúnn, ‘Red Bronze’ & ‘Dark Bronze’ respectively. This distinction is essential, as the two forms of the Black Metal heavily influence its desired applications.

Regardless of the linguistic nuance of Narvaukiaan Bronze, this metal is an alloy composed primarily of copper, having lesser quantities of gold & silver. It holds a weight only slightly heavier than steel but to a degree that is unnoticeable unless one opts to weigh it upon scales, & unlike the aforementioned, it holds a feeble constitution. As like other bronzes, it is normally brittle in comparison to the more commonly refined steels. Thus, Narvaukiaan Bronze is prone to snapping & chipping under adverse pressures, instead of warping or bending like low carbon steels or iron. Though, this detail neglects the two forms of the bronze, & only describes mutually shared characteristics.

RAUÐRBRÚNN

As Rauðrbrúnn, the unpatinated form of Narvaukiaan Bronze, it is a darkly hued reddish gold, bright & consistent in shade throughout its form. It catches the light quite pleasantly & gleams like fire, easily polished to a shine. In this way, it is capable of having a sharpened edge but is more prone to chipping & snapping when in excessive use. Most notably, due to the amount of gold & silver alloyed into the bronze, Rauðrbrúnn has effects similar to that of gold, but to a lesser degree akin to slayersteel.

MYRKRBRÚNN

As Myrkrbrúnn, the patinated form of Narvaukiaan Bronze, it is black hued purplish, similar in color to liver & may be further treated to become a much darker shade, more like pitch than anything in particular. It will not gleam like its previous form, but not necessarily be dull. It is still capable of being polished to softly shine under the light. However, it is not capable of having a sharpened edge whilst this way, & is, to a degree, somewhat more durable when subjected to adverse conditions. Further, unlike its previously mentioned form, Myrkrbrúnn does not have the effects gold might give it.

REFINING METHOD

Narvaukiaan Bronze is a metal that has gone by many names throughout various cultures. Thus, there are a variety of applicable techniques to create the famed alloy & of course, use it. So long as the ratio of metal is three parts copper, two parts silver, & one part gold, one may create ‘Narvaukiaan Bronze’ at their discretion. To apply the patina, one would need to use a chemical bath. This could be vinegar, copper salts, alum, or any variety of acidic liquids. It would take at least an IRP hour to apply a patina to an object the size of a shortsword.

RED LINES

• Narvaukbrúnn, ‘Narvaukiaan Bronze,’ will never bend under pressure - it is a brittle alloy that is prone to snapping & chipping. This does not necessarily mean it has low durability, but how it breaks is specific to its nature.
• Rauðrbrúnn, ‘Red Bronze,’ has a durability comparable to that of slayersteel or iron in strength, somewhat weaker than other types of bronze and significantly weaker than steel.
• Rauðrbrúnn has the effects of aurum.
  • Rauðrbrúnn will not cause a burning sensation upon contact with undead or other weak creatures to aurum unless cited otherwise.
  • Rauðrbrúnn will inflict damage onto the undead and creatures weak to aurum like steel would do to descendants. For example, a sword of Red Bronze will do just as much damage to an undead as a steel sword does to a descendant.
• Myrkrbrúnn, ‘Dark Bronze,’ has a durability comparable to that of steel, placing it to be on par in relative strength & application.
• Myrkrbrúnn does not have the effects of aurum.
  • Mykrbrúnn is Narvaukiaan Bronze that has formed a ‘patina,’ a layer of purposeful ‘corrosion’ on the surface of the metal. Thus, it impairs any potential.

Purpose

This is an intentionally light material submission with no strings attached; it is a widely known craft that is only exclusive in the sense that IRP, minerals like copper, silver & gold are all highly valued. Black Bronze is a real alloy more commonly known as Hepatizon (Greek Antiquity) & Shakudō (Classical Japan). Thus, such is already fully replicable on LotC. Still, for the material to have presence & support its aurum (gold) effects (harming undead), it is only appropriate for it to have a lore submission. I believe this piece works perfectly standalone & should not need further lore pieces attached to it. I wish for it to be simple & concise, working only as it is intended & nothing further. I have taken some creative liberties to enhance ‘Black Bronze’ beyond what real life describes, but nothing in any extreme.

“The timeless, tireless laws of nature shall one day devour us all.” - Magic: The Gathering

[Source]

The realms are vast, in which there exists a multitude that one could ever hope of seeing. Some were utter wastelands, others were raging hells filled with danger and magma, while very few ever offered solace. Even then, there was not without danger when treading into planes beyond one’s comprehension. Many caution against the crossings of these otherworldly boundaries, but desperate times call for desperate actions.

The Fae Realm is one such plane of existence where nature lives in the utmost harmony. Incredulous fae, animal demi-gods and nature sprouted amongst fertile ground and winding rivers that ran through all the Domains, tended to by the various deceased druids that called the realm home under the watchful hands of the Aspects. Natural energy coursed through the realm as readily and steady as blood and life itself, saturating everything that it came in touch with.

About five hundred years ago in the age of Athera, the Fae Realm was visited by living Druids seeking guidance and aid from those who had passed before. Plucked from the flowing streams of life itself, were several stones of pure energy unlike anything ever seen in the mortal plane. These were given as both gifts, and objects of intent to those who visited the Realm that day. Since then, they’ve been scarcely seen in this world but perhaps they still linger elsewhere, shimmering and rippling in the endless ethereal light.

Material Name and Description (Raw Form)

Blightstones are found within the Fae Realm and Eternal Forest, within the separate domains correlating to each Aspect. About the size of one’s palm, they may be found within the streams and rivers that flow within the Realm - collecting the energy that runs through the Fae Realm through the water. A Blightstone is essentially a rock that had been completely saturated with natural energies, which would inevitably shatter after [5] direct hits from a blade, or crossbow. Blunt weapons like warhammers or maces would only require [3] direct hits to cause the Blightstone to break. Null Arcana would be able to 'deactivate' the stone for it's standard duration of [2] emotes, while Thanium would be able to break a Blightstone with [2] direct hits. Greater Dragonsflame is capable of melting the Blightstone down over the course of [2] emotes. The destruction would cause the Blightstone to explode into a flurry of harmless light and natural energy, immediately causing flora and plants to suddenly grow anywhere it could within a [5x5x5] radius.

Depending which Domain that they’re found in, the Blightstones may take on different nature-based aesthetic effects that denote their original location. A Dayward Blightstone may be a vibrant green or yellow with a floral or leafy pattern, emitting a soft and healthy song within a [3x3x3] radius. A Twilight Blightstone would appear with rich autumnal hues such as red or orange, and be able to take on a more fossil-like appearance - able to radiate an energetic, excited song within a [3x3x3] radius. A Nightfall Blightstone could possess blues and purples that glowed faintly in the dark with bioluminescence, allowing an utterly peaceful and potentially unsettling song to radiate within a [3x3x3] radius. The influence these stones have upon the material plane are potent, acting akin to a perpetual Singing Infusion without the need for activation.

Applications (Raw Form)

Having been saturated with pure unfiltered natural energies, a Blightstone’s raw energy far exceeded that of a normal Druid. Infused with the Fae Realm’s energy, they have enough potency to strength to allow a Druid to strengthen their connection to magic despite their inexperience. Calling upon the Blighstone in this manner over the course of [2] emotes of connecting to the stone and activating it by a means of interaction or through will like that of an Infusion, the Blightstone will begin to pulse with its innate colour mixed with the druid’s aura. Once activated, a T1-T4 druid may perform known spells from Druidic Magics at a tier higher than their current tier (i.e a T3 druid may call upon the Blightstone and cast Cleansing [Druidic Blight Healing] as if they were T4 once it was active). Alternatively, if the druid is T5 or chooses not to temporarily increase their tier, they may instead double their effective radius for a singular spell. That being said, a druid will still be thoroughly exhausted afterwards as a cost of their bolstered strength - once used, the wielder would find themselves sapped for at least [1] OOC day, unable to cast any other Druidic spells other than passive communion.

Living up to its namesake, a Blightstone was a particularly powerful conduit of Blight Healing mists. In the event that the Sealing Ritual is required, it may be used to replace one of the three druids needed to cast. That being said, if a T5 Blight Healing druid possessed a Blightstone and activated it over the course of [2] emotes, they would only require one other T5 druid to perform the ritual.

Harvesting

Stemming from the Fae Realm itself, it’s extraordinarily rare to see it outside the confines of the Aspects’ grasp. They appear to naturally spawn within the Fae Realm, specifically by or in the riverbanks that flow throughout the Forest as the water carries the natural energies in the most streamline and flowing way. To obtain one is no easy feat by any means, but the way forward may be closer than you think.

Purpose

Blightstones were introduced in a large eventline back in Athera, in which approximately six of them were handed out to the druid community back then. Ten years later after the eventline, there still has yet to be lore about these items that are supposedly still in the Fae Realm, while Blightstones are still held by active players to this day. This post is to further clarify and align the old lore and items to the current state of Druidism, as well as provide some more world lore to a frequented Deific Realm.

Credits

Author: @marslol

Review: @DragonofTaters@glassyskies@HazelWazel

Citations

https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/186715-%E2%9C%93-magic-lore-druidic-communion/ 

https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/227298-✓-magic-lore-druidic-blight-healing/ 

https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/225732-%E2%9C%93-%C2%A0druidismfeat-druidic-transcendence/ 

https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/213242-✓-magic-lore-druidic-blood-magic/ 

https://www.lordofthecraft.net/forums/topic/161000-✓-the-fae-realm/ 

Background

A mineral that has been around for some time, only to be discovered in this era. Magic is a strange thing, and can affect the land in ways that some may find to be strange. The exact origin of how Chorustone was found in the first place is a debated topic amongst amateur historians, though only one story through word of mouth is the real one; in a part of Aevos exposed to much magic, a group of men were sent to set up a stone quarry. It took many months for it to be shaped and excavated, and one night a small cave was exposed–a wall of pale amber crystals visible in the moonlight. Entering the cave took bravery as the miners could hear multiple voices coming from within, although no one was found. It was not until later that they learned why this had happened. The crystals were mined and sent to their capital to be appraised; amongst the excavators was someone that was able to perceive something strange about the cave, and when they sought to bring some of the stone home they found it changed into a red crystal overnight. It took some time and much research before the crystal’s properties were researched and perceived, along with the connection between the moonlight and the sudden shift between crystal and stone. They found that the crystals only seemed to appear within already-existing cave systems where there had been a high population of mages or events relating to magic. After some time, these stones were given the name Chorustone, and were rapidly sought out by mages after an article of their properties were published. Since its discovery, it’s been given many more names by different groups depending on the region such as Chimestones, Tonestones or Quorus whilst those with a flair for the dramatics have simply called them the Singing Stones. It’s also been dubbed with more unique names such as Suundstones and Glymjarok by the dwarven people or Blahgund by uruk kind.

Description (Raw Form)

In its initial state, Chorustone looks exactly like and has the same properties as regular stone. There is nothing magical about the rock whatsoever besides one property, which is why it has evaded the attention of any prying eyes for so long. This property is how expert foragers of Chorustone gather the material; by first gaining the ability to see the flows of mana, either through some source such as alchemy or through some unnatural ability. When perceived this way, the stone can be seen in its gemstone form, although its color is dull and gray. They’re usually abundant in a few medium-sized clusters lining the caverns they manage to form in. Chorustone is completely useless in its stone form and has no applications until it is revealed to the moonlight–however, it’s preferred by many that if necessary the stone must be shaped and filed before refining it.

Refining Technique

As stated prior, the connection between Chorustone and the moon is currently unknown and yet the fact remains that they are closely linked. The way to refine this strange stone was discovered by accident, and is an easy yet mysterious process. Should Chorustone in its unrefined, stone-like state be open to the moonlight for a few mere moments, the stone would crystallize to form a slightly opaque gemstone, its shape remaining the same. The combination of the mana in the air as well as its ability to change composition in the moonlight causes it to retain mana-compatible properties. Refining the stone has shown that the color of its crystallized form depends on the phase of the moon. To put it simply:

 ⊳ Full Moon - White or Black
⊳ Waning Gibbous - Red
⊳ Third Quarter - Green
⊳ Waning Crescent - Violet
⊳ Waxing Gibbous - Yellow
⊳ First Quarter - Blue
⊳ Waxing Crescent - Orange

Description (Refined Form)

The refined version of this stone is mainly why it is sought after especially by mages due to its uses and connections with magic. On the surface, Chorustone in its true state seems like any other crystal. After crystallizing, it becomes more durable than stone and gains a colored hue. The color of this hue depends on the state of the moon; mages that share their experience of refining their first Chorustone all assume a superstition that each Chorustone is unique as they come in different shades and the brighter the shade of that color, the more gifted they will become in whatever mystical arts they’re studying. Perhaps its most curious property and the reason why it got its name is the stone’s ability to produce sound. Large clusters of Chorustone, such as the patches found in caves when they are exposed to moonlight, resonate with each other and harmonize to form strange and mysterious melodies. For this reason, some do not attempt to excavate the Chorustone or moderate how much others attempt to attain.

Applications (Refined Form)

Surprisingly, the ability to change material and sing aren’t the only properties this gemstone has. Chorustone has many applications discovered mainly by mages who first attempted to attach them to their wands or staffs due to their appearance. In doing so, they found that the Chorustone resonated with their casting and allowed them to use it as a focus point for showing the tells of their mana-based magics. Moreover, they found that they were able to cast spells from that point as if the gemstone was a part of their body, giving a deeper connection between the mage and their chosen tool. The Chorustone becomes a conduit for their spell, and is able to change the hue of the caster's magical aura should the mage desire. The Singing Stones are objects with a voice, and once given a dose of their wielder’s mana the Chorustone’s voice is changed to reflect the spell or casting tell that causes the gemstone to glow. These sounds usually mirror what is being cast through them and can change pitch based on the swish or movement of the stone.
After finding much of what Chorustone had to offer, those who wanted to see what else they could gain from this material took their stones to those who were experts in processing such minerals. In doing so they found that the gemstones had strange properties when put under extreme heat, and they were able to melt down into a gel-like substance that would harden after a while in contact with the air. This not only allowed craftsmen to shape Chorustone like glass, but it also allowed them to mix two or more gels together to create different colors or seal things within the material–an aesthetic choice of many mages. This process did not come without its grievances, as they found melting down the Chorustone multiple times caused it to become weaker and thinner with each melting cycle until it became like water and wasn’t able to harden again. Though this too could possibly have its use to the more creative mind, such as tattoos made from the liquid.

Harvesting Method

Harvesting Chorustone in its unrefined form is exactly like harvesting regular stone. All of the difficulty in harvesting Chorustone comes from whether or not the one gathering it is actually gathering it. It’s not uncommon for those gathering this elusive mineral to end up with plain old rocks instead. Having all the same properties of stone in its default state, any mundane tools like a pick or hammer and chisel may be useful. On the other hand, harvesting Chorustone in its refined, crystallized form is a bit more challenging as it is more durable than its duller counterpart–a sharper tool like a pick and a steady hand is required to mine it from the walls of the cave it had formed in.

A crude chunk of morion ore.

MORION

Shadows hoard secrets and in the blackest pit they hide in abundance. It was thus fate for the Lord of Umbrage to uncover hidden truths and treasures in Aegis’ corpse for Malkaathe, the unliving epitome of darkness, was one with its element. Morion was yet another verity of the nature of Darkening, the Banks, and coil of mortality. To many, corruption. To the occult, honesty. An inevitable extinguishing of light and righteousness in its absence; holy and natural shadow. What was it, the Lord wagered, if not proof of providence?

Morion is a tier 4 material and is represented by coal.

Raw, the metal is obscured.

Morion Ore (Raw)

Where the Banks of lifeforce flow unbidden by oppressive miles of earth lay the blasted remains of Aegis. In the continent-sized pit sprawl all the bounties of the earth, including aurum, yet this gold is mutated beyond recognition on account of its conductivity of the dark energies of lifeforce and by extension ectoplasm.

Morion ore is raw aurum which has stewed in the Abyss for centuries and, having conducted actively flowing lifeforce in unlimited abundance for that entire span, has become one with it. This appears as a raw, irregular black metallic core body encrusted with fragile black crystalline structures. The core may have a labradorite-like shimmer and thus possess a blue, green, and/or violet luster whereas impure morion skews golden. Its crust is always jet-like.

Because of its complete impregnation of lifeforce the body of morion ore is dense like ferrum. Additionally, it passively accumulates patches and clusters of inert lifegems like sweat, creating a thin and fragile coating akin to broken glass. Touching this material bare handed risks scratches and splinters. Additionally, undead sense the Abyss within and passively feed on its nostalgic, soothing nectar allowing those who wield or wear morion to vividly recall sensation - breath, touch, smell, pain, hunger, all the hallmarks of life they’ve lost - as well as benefit from an increase in lucidity, an inclination to a peaceable nature, and the ability to embrace and savor a feeling of comfort.

Red Lines

-Morion is found exclusively in the Abyss.

-Undead who wield or wear morion benefit from its soothing quality does not make them sane or otherwise cure them of their mental agonies as undead, only ease. They remain devoid of feelings of romance and lust.

-The lifeforce within morion cannot be extracted thus necromancers, mystics, and undead cannot draw from it to feed or for spells or abilities not otherwise stated herein (see: Conduits).

-Morion does not interact with any given deity magic in a unique manner. It can be destroyed or disenchanted per typical means.

Lifeforce leaking from a morion blade in ribbons.

Harvesting Method

Morion ore is found exclusively within the Abyss, be it an exposed seam or veins in its many chasms or sheer, mountainous edges. As such deposits are not found on other continents. Should such a deposit be found it can be excavated by typical mining practices albeit miners will be showered with sharp, glassy shrapnel with their every swing. This necessitates appropriate protection unless already bereft of flesh as many are in the Abyss.

Because it is found solely in this inhospitable and remote place morion is most commonly a material acquired through the current master of shadows, Mordring, the King Beneath.

Red Lines

-To mine morion ore requires an individual to be capable of venturing into the Abyss and capable of surviving in the Abyss.

-Morion ore often has had centuries to accumulate crust and thus are hidden behind layers of lifegem shards. To mine it is to rupture that crust and be violently showered with every strike.

-Morion ore is almost exclusively acquired through events due to the inaccessibility of the Abyss.

-Distributing morion requires ST managerial approval.

A pale deathknight bedecked in morion mail.

Refinement

The sheets of crystal accumulation upon ore can be broken akin to glass, a simple hammer sufficing. Once the ore body is cleaned of its crust it may be worked. Uniquely, heat need not shape morion on account of its supernatural imbuement. Necromancers, mystics, and both necrotic and spectral undead can connect with the element within and find their energetic manipulation may coax the physical material to move. This tainted, dark gold is both physical and energetic. With unfettered attention and prolonged, meticulous labor the occultist can sculpt rather than smith morion. Similarly, a transfigurationist could brute force this process.

In this shaping process the occultist may hone their control and forcefully shape hardened, gem-like crystals from the crust. In doing so they may create permanent black crystals on the piece for decoration which are not fragile and will not flake off or shatter. As such morion may be shaped into both metal and gem design, ideal for jewelry or other ornamental purposes.

Because of its complete impregnation of lifeforce the body of morion ore is dense like ferrum and has the physical properties of ferrum bar temperature as elaborated below. Thanks to this energetic property ethereal phantoms may interact with morion as though it touched them.

Should morion be subject to heat sufficient to melt aurum then so shall it, however in doing so its stores of lifeforce are expelled as a fetid dark smoke and it is purified back into aurum.

Impure morion lends a golden touch.

Morion (Refined Form)

Morion armaments are lent a sharp quality thanks to their accumulation of inert phylacterian crystal. Per month (IRL day) a morion armament may shatter its crust through 3 strikes before regrowing. Armaments lose a strike whenever they are struck, be that a morion sword against another sword or a mace denting morion armor.

Weapons deposit glassy shards into wounds they cut and necessitate acutely painful extraction. Until removed, the shrapnel will slice the wound more through any localized movement and impede healing.

Armor bursts with small sprays of glassy shards around it in a 1 block radius around the wearer. Such a shower will pierce up to cloth and stick into the very surface level of skin, lightly lacerating those nearby.

Red lines:

-Morion armaments cannot use their shrapnel effects more than 3 times per IRL day. Uses are lost regardless of their success, meaning a morion blade striking a shield will cause it to lose a use and send harmless shrapnel to the ground.

-Upon losing its 3 uses morion behaves equivalent to ferrum; it does not break, only the fragile crust.

-The shrapnel in of itself cannot be weaponized as a projectile and, for example, two morion axes could not crash together to send shards flying at enemies. It must be delivered through a strike in order to breach any protective attire like a normal weapon would; the armor’s spray is barely forceful and cannot cut deeper than the most surface level of the skin. It’s painful, not deadly. As such the shrapnel effect of the armor cannot inflict damage more than superficial injury.

-Be it from a weapon or armor, this shrapnel is negated by leather or greater protection. Only the keenest of direct strikes by a weapon could send shards through visors or similar such mostly-protected areas.

-Morion shrapnel cannot be inhaled like dust.

Necromancers with their mastery over lifeforce, mystics due to the fundamental components of ectoplasm, and both necrotic and spectral undead with their innate connection to lifeforce and ectoplasm can tap into morion. This allows them to not only shape it but unravel it and therein lace back together in the same form. Occultists who wield or wear morion may unsummon it into a dissipating black haze where it becomes metaphysically stored to then summon it back in its shape where they wielded or wore it, coalescing out of grainy smoke. 

Weapons require 1 emote to unsummon and 2 emotes to summon.

Armor requires 2 emotes to unsummon and 3 emotes to summon.

Because this unraveling of morion reduces it to its source power, only sympathetic energies can be retained. Lifeforce and ectoplasm. Morion will retain enchantments of a necrotic or ectoplasmic origin throughout its transposition. If morion is enchanted by another energy be it Voidal, divine, another dark power, or otherwise, then that morion item loses its ability to be unsummoned and summoned.

Red lines:

-Only necromancers, mystics, ghouls, dragaur, darkstalkers, liches, ghosts, paleknights, and wights can utilize the unsummoning and summoning feature of morion.

-Unsummoning and summoning cannot be performed in tandem with any spellcasting emotes or CA active abilities and requires the occultist’s full attention. They cannot perform this ability if they are pained or stunned in a way that would interrupt or prevent casting.

-If a morion item becomes enchanted it loses its ability to be unsummoned and summoned. This is not true for enchantments from necromancy or mysticism, their effects are retained (cursing, tainting, hexing, MArts, etc.).

In immense quantities and by masterful necromancer collectives or by grander powers can this blighted metal be shaped into architecture. Structures may be erected out of morion and by the same sculpter(s) can it be unsummoned and summoned again. This quality has proven advantageous to Mordring and the forces of the Abyss who may fluidly build structures but moreover for fabricating such things as mobile towers of sorcery and Abyssal gates.

Red lines:

-Sculpting morion into structures as well as unsummoning and summoning them is restricted to ST use or when permitted by ST.

Lich-wights, or atzumenro in Al’tahrn-Durngo, are entities who shed their mortal coil twice over and live as unions of the necromancies, necrotic and ectoplasmic, are masters of both realms of death. The atzumenro Mordring, an undead dragaar, may tap into morion in a way none other can and not only shape it but galvanize it. Such empowered morion items are known as conduits, items just as varied as the material: weapons, armor, jewelry, objects, etc. A conduit possesses all the previous properties of morion in addition to acting as a bolstering font to necromancers and mystics who wield them.

Conduits used by necromancers allow their wielder the ability to extend into morion’s capabilities with lifeforce, amplifying their own at a level at which they may weave and extend their lifeforce-laden art. Spells cast by a necromancer will have the range (but not the area of effect) of their spells extended another [4] blocks.

Conduits used by mystics allow them to tap the font for more energy and bolster soul collection. This is expressed as the wielding mystic being able to restore two spent liturgy slots in a glowing drain: this requires 3 emotes in-combat or 2 emotes out-of-combat. As well, they reap an additional 1 Soul Fragment / Count of Essence from the Rite of Harvest.

Red lines:

-Morion conduits may only be created by ST and therefore can only be acquired through events. It requires the same ST managerial approval to be distributed.

-Necromancers can only extend the range of their spells, not the area of effect. While a spell like Brackenwave might reach farther ahead, a spell like Abyssflame Wall would only be able to be placed farther from the Necromancer: retaining the maximum size of the spell itself.

-Morion Conduits; however, do NOT increase the range of the innate abilities to Simulacra

-Mystics cannot exceed their liturgy slot limit by restoring slots i.e. if limited at 5 slots they cannot have 6.

Abyssal knights march on a paladin sanctum.

 Purpose

When I wrote the Gifts of the Red Prince one of my favorite parts was rokodra. Giving naztherak their own material for any and all demonic purposes satisfied a vivid fantasy I had and now I see a lack for that among the dark arts. Nazgul deserve representation so here we are with goth knight armor. As well, I’ve found frost salt to be successful in its combative application(s) so I wanted to facilitate something of similar power and usefulness - mechanics that are competent but not competitive - for these weapons. Therein I also saw room for other mechanical buffs to necromancers and mystics, that being the part on conduits, and foresee that being effective loot/bait for events. What evil would you commit for a fancy black rock?

Wraiths of the Abyss adorn morion armaments, their coveted vessels.

Citations

Zarsies - Writing

Mystic Community - Consultation

Information

Gelunite is a rather brittle, salt-like crystal which can be cultivated on the northern-western coasts of Aevos. In its base form, Gelunite appears as a solid crystal yet will crumble to any degree of physical contact. The resulting salt or dust retains a perpetually low temperature and, when properly handled, has since been sought out for its use in food preservation as well as for medical applications. Though Gelunite is incapable of inflicting frost-bite, it will lead to hypothermia if ingested.

If added to fire, Gelunite will begin to lower the flame’s temperature temporarily while also endowing it with a blue hue. For this reason, this mineral has found use amidst forging in order to control the temperatures of the forge for more complex metals. Most notably, if ten measures of Gelunite are added to a forge, the temperature will be lowered just enough for Thanhium to be worked with, although only for roughly an hour. 

Signs + Symbols

Water + Earth | Coldness [x3]

Water + Earth | Death [x2]

Water + Earth  | Order [x2]

Water + Earth | Light [x1]

Redlines

- Gelunite is noded through the Botany Plugin. Items made using Gelunite do NOT require an ST Signature.

- Gelunite, when processed for its Signs and Symbols, will lose its raw properties.

- Gelunite’s weight is comparable to that of salt. If placed in food or drink, it is immediately discernible by temperature, texture, flavor, and scent. 

- Gelunite’s low temperature will never be enough to inflict frost-bite or other debilitating ailments of the cold.  Further, the addition of yet more Gelunite will not “stack” for the purposes of combat. The temperature will always be comparable to a refrigerator at 35f/2c.

- Gelunite, if placed on armor, will offer no discernable cooling effect nor will it make it resistant to heat.

- Gelunite, if consumed, will lead to Hypothermia in quantities of (3-5) measure or more if not immediately counter-balanced with the consumption of warm substances. Though not inherently toxic, it is unwise to season food with Gelunite. “Food Preservation '' constitutes using the Gelunite to extend the shelf-life of food substances, and does not freeze it.

- Gelunite may only be consumed through bodily ingestion. This is to say it cannot be made into an inhalant.

- Gelunite cannot forcibly be shoved down someone’s throat to force consumption; the individual will gag and instinctively vomit.

- Gelunite, if being used for the purposes of Forging, will begin to lower the temperature of a Forge Fire while also endowing it with a blue hue. 

- For the purposes of Thanhic Forging, Gelunite must be expended at a rate of [10] measures per “session”, which constitutes a total of 1 chunk or 2 ingots being manipulated. This is to say that for every ten Gelunite added, the Thanhic-Forger may manipulate two ingots worth of Thanhium. For example, expending a Thanhic Chunk to forge a Thanhic Short-Sword constitutes two ingots. Expending two Thanhic chunks to make a Great-Sword constitutes four ingots, and thus an additional ten measures would need to be fed to the forge.

- A “Cold Forge” may be made by binding [5] Measures of Gelunite to a Forge, albeit it will remain incapable of manipulating Thanhium. This is primarily aesthetic (blue fire) and may be used for the manipulation of Volatite.

KINGSTONE (RAW)

An extraordinarily dense stalagmite located in the depths of Aevos, Kingstone is matte-gray in hue yet possesses streaks of varying values which stretch throughout the material. At first glance, the mineral would be unsuspecting as it seemingly blends in with any stalagmite cluster that one might come across. However, upon interaction, one would soon be able to realize that it possesses the strength and durability of ferrum, albeit with 1.5x the weight. 

Kingstone can be found in the deepest bowels of the earth, most commonly nestled amidst lengthy caverns or within the centers of mountains. Though uncommon, Kingstone can also be uncovered amidst ruins in a processed form, most likely the result of ancient handiwork.

APPLICATIONS (RAW)

Kingstone is quite simply a stone that possesses the strength of ferrum. Without the labors of a craftsman, this mineral may be used in any other way a rock might, albeit with greater durability. In this sense, Kingstone in its unprocessed state could be strapped to sticks to make makeshift primitive tools which could strike away at mundane minerals and bark with ease.

REDLINES (RAW)

1. Refined Kingstone possesses the strength of ferrum and 1.5x its weight. Though it can be used for tools in its raw state, one must take into account the added weight and potential hindrance of such.

HARVESTING METHOD

The method of harvesting Kingstone is a simple yet laborious task wherein the stalagmite is separated from larger chunks of mundane rock (granite, andesite, etc.) via the crushing of its surroundings. One may choose to penetrate the surrounding stone with the more accurate pickaxe, though it may result in a lengthier harvest. Striking at the mineral directly will only yield results if one uses a tool possessing a strength greater than that of steel.

DESCRIPTION: A matte-gray chunk of stone which exhibits streaks of varied value across its surface. Possessing the strength of ferrum, Kingstone has been widely used by the primitives of Aevos as a means of producing tools without the need of a forge. Dense and heavy, this stone would resist much trauma albeit would begin to shatter and crumble if struck by tools greater than steel in strength.

HARVESTING REDLINES

1. Kingstone, in its natural clusters, would produce quantities comparable to that of a standard stalagmite.

2. Kingstone can only be chipped and/or shattered directly should one use a tool possessing strength greater than steel. Using tools of steel strength (or less) would render no discernible effect, given that it would be similar to striking a solid block of iron.

KINGSTONE (REFINED)

Kingstone, if refined, would retain the durability of ferrum and is simply distinguished from its raw counterpart via its form and shape. Dependent upon the refinement technique, Kingstone which had been ground would retain the streaks of its natural counterpart whereas Kingstone that had been casted would become entirely a matte-gray.

APPLICATIONS (REFINED)

As a result of refinement, this variant of Kingstone may be sharpened and shaped into an ergonomic form for more advanced tools, weaponry, armor and even jewelry. Ultimately the limit of the uses for refined kingstone lies in the creativity of the artisan, and merely acts as an alternative for base ferrum.

RED LINES (REFINED)

1. Due to its stoney composition, Refined Kingstone is unable to bend and can snap and crumble if enough force is applied. This is primarily intended for ET discretion.

2. Refined Kingstone is unable to be used for golemancy limbs and golems themselves. This is due to the material being too hard for sigils to properly transfer energy.

3. Refined Kingstone possesses the strength of ferrum and 1.5x its weight - the same as its raw counterpart. This means that though it can be used for armor, one must take into account the added weight and potential hindrance of such.

4. Refined Kingstone may be chipped and/or shattered directly should one use a tool possessing strength greater than steel. This is not to say that Kingstone is invulnerable to anything weaker than or equal to steel, but that it would behave as standard iron armor and tools up to that point.

5. Refined Kingstone does NOT require an ST signature.

REFINING TECHNIQUE

Possessing two methods of refinement, Kingstone may adopt new forms either through the gradual grinding of its surface by materials greater or equal to that of steel, or by rendering it into a magmatic state for casting.

With regards to grinding, a Kingstone stalagmite may be harvested and then ground away over a lengthy period of time with tools greater than or equal to steel. Doing such would require the stonemason to utilize a delicate touch lest the piece be irrevocably scarred by careless technique. 

With regards to casting, Kingstone may be brought to the heat of a forge and rendered into a viscous magma whereby it can be poured into casts to expedite fabrication. Careful tapping of the mold is required to remove any air pockets in order to ensure the strength of the material. The drawback in casting, however, is that the material will lose its aesthetic streaks in favor of a completely matte-gray product.

REFINING REDLINES

1. Kingstone is nonmagnetic and is thus unable to be alloyed with other metals. Though inlays and inscriptions of other materials are permitted, such is purely cosmetic and in no way affects the strength of Kingstone.

2. Kingstone is naturally resistant to heat and in order to render it into a magmatic state, only the heat generated from a forge’s fire (or greater) would suffice.

3. Opting to cast Kingstone will result in the material losing its aesthetic streaks of varied value.

4. The process for refinement is considered COMMON KNOWLEDGE.

CREDIT: Norgeth_ had the idea!

Description (Raw form)

     Raw Argentum, also called Fool's Silver, could be found somewhat rarely throughout the underdark tunnels of Aevos, Almaris, and Asulon, though it's growth pattern was somewhat unpredictable. From sediment in underground rivers to the hot crevices of geothermal vents, Fool's Siver was truly a rare sight to behold in the underground of Eos. Shamefully, the ore itself was rather weak and useless. Similar to silver in sight with a lustrous gray, but crumbling, soft, and useless without any form of effect. Fool's Silver itself would function as a mundane, poor silver alternative that was often thrown or cast away. In comparison of use, it paled to it's true, beautiful form; Argentum.

Applications (Raw form)

Fool's Silver, or Raw Argentum, was a poor silver alternative that functioned completely mundanely. It crumbled easily and was excessively soft, making crafts of Raw Argentum exceptionally rare, but only special to the most specific smiths who could tell the difference. Fool's Silver was more valuable as a trick to merchants and smiths to earn actual silver, rather than be used itself due to it's poor and highly impure quality.

Red Lines (Raw Form)

-Raw Argentum, or Fool's Silver, is ST Signed due to it's rarity despite it's un-useful effect. As well, due to the possibility in the future of smithing to the refined form, Raw Argentum is ST Signed and requires the ore to be found/mined.

-Raw Argentum is exceedingly rare, and deposits of so are ST Signed.

Harvesting Method

Easily mined, Raw Argentum (Fool's Silver) could be mined as mundanely as any other material to produce it's raw form. Due to the highly weak and impure nature of the ore however, one should heed caution with ore loss when misplacing small chunks often mixed in with rock. Raw Argentum was often so dilute within rock formations and ores that one may mine for hours at a vein and find only a handful of the useless ore.

Material Name and Description (Refined form)

Argentum when refined was an utterly beautiful and magnificent metal. Lustrous silver ingots which shined brightly with light, Argentum would be an exceedingly rare sight to see. Bearing two effects, Argentum was a highly useful metal for skilled swordsmen, and the envy of blacksmiths worldwide for it's quality and prowess.

Argentum itself as a metal was of a hardness somewhere between Bluesteel and Steel, whilst weighing in a density lower than steel- allowing a graceful and light weapon, despite it's mighty strength. Unable to be alloyed with any other metal, Argentum would bear a stainless white colour of utter purity. Highly hydrophobic, the weapon could not be coated with any mixture- blood, oils, or other concoctions, an Argentum weapon would cleave through foes as it did water, without a trace of impurity upon it's colour.

Argentum as well had two unique effects to the metal. The first, Argentum was extremely adept in combat against insectoid/aphid enemies. Unmatched to any other metal at it's abilities to pierce Chitin and Carapace, Argentum would slay crawling beasts of The Underdark with utter ease. The Second, Argentum bore similar affects to Aurum; able to cause excruciating pain to any impure or dark creature, proportional to the wound it created. 

With some form of deific magic deep within the essence of the weapon, no smith nor mage could tell the origins of the weapon, nor it's composition. A magic so ancient and deeply rooted into the metal, that whatever means of creation the weapon had once had were long gone. However, the latent magics of the metal prevented magical enchantments from combining with it; nullifying whatever enchanting effect had tried to take place upon it.

Culturally, Mori'Quessir would buy and trade Argentum items at exorbitant prices. Seen as an incredibly coveted item for vanity and family heirlooms, only the highest, or most cunning, of Mori'Quessir society would posses argentum items. A symbol of faith, superiority, beauty, and wealth.

Red Lines (Refined Form)

-Refined Argentum is ST Signed, as well as anything created from refined Argentum.

-Argentum when refined behaves as a strength between steel and bluesteel.

-Argentum bears the effects of Aurum without the weakness of metal.

-Argentum is highly effective against insectoid, aphid, or chitinous armour/creatures. The potency of this effect varies by ET, at their discretion.

-Argentum could not be alchemically treated or stained by any means, as liquid does not adhere to it's surface. 

-Argentum cannot not be enchanted by any magic. This includes spells which act similarly to enchantments, such as Draan binding or Enwreathe.

-Argentum is effected by Thanhium as if it were a Tier 5 enchantment. Whilst the Thanhium weapon would also be effected, Argentum would shatter like glass if struck with a thanhic weapon or armour upon a 2nd emote of contact. If striking the same Thanhic weapon or armour, the Thanhic item would also be destroyed; shattering to useless molten shards of metal.

-Due to it's magical effect, Argentum could not be carried alongside a person carrying Thanhium, acting as an enchanted item.

- Argentum, despite its reduced weight, shall still constitute as Heavy Armor if fashioned into plating as described in Armament Techlock.

Refining Technique

Despite it's greatness, it had come at a cost. The means of refining Argentum are a mystery unknown; kept secret by only the greatest smiths of The Mori'Quessir, and to the rare few they teach. Rumoured to be lost altogether given it's exceeding rarity, items of Argentum are sparingly ever produced. It's ritual hidden, and unknown to any of descendantkind- at least, for now.

To forge argentum is a five step process.

[1] The forger must bear a living sacrifice to give blood unto the ore while it is heating. While the ore begins to smelt, the blood will increase the heat and imbue the ore with a white-hot malleability.

[2] An incantation must be uttered during the entirety of the smithing process, up until quenching. It must be repeated, with any mistake, variation, or interruption causing the ritual to fail and requiring a restart with a new sacrifice.

The incantation goes;

"Gaer zhah nau lilbh'iahin wun nindol morad, gaer zhah nau vlos xuileb elggin. Gaer zhah nau wynthe xuileb or'shanse, gaer zhah nau gre'as'anto xuileb thalack. Usstan ra'shel usstan ulu L'Orbb Valsharess Nemiisae sclekuv whol nindol yorn vel'bolen il balbaue udossa."

[3] Once the item is shaped, a final incantation is uttered, imbueing an immense amount of mana unto the blade. This causes the forger to be sapped of mana from all sources for [48 OOC] hours.

The incantation goes;

"Usstan belbau nindol vlos' yorn ulu dos ulu belbau mzild."

[4] The weapon, or item, must be quenched in the heart of the sacrifice. If the item is not applicable to pierce or destroy a heart, the heart may be destroyed over the item and bathed in the heartsblood.

[5] The smith may never be satisfied or proud of their work, no matter the quality or craftsmanship involved. The more Argentum one smiths, the more this irremovable mental feeling applies to not only their own Argentum work, but any work by them or another smith. The passion for smithing is lost further and further over time as one smiths more Argentum.

Refining Red Lines

-The refining method of Raw Argentum to Refined Argentum is considered a secret art, and is known to few players. You must be deliberately taught how to forge it IRP to be able to forge it. Observation or reading does not count as teaching.

-Refined Argentum may be reforged and smithed with the standard material loss found in the material compendium.

-Refined Argentum may be smithed as a standard metal with no unique effects.

-One living (Player) non-CA descendant sacrifice must be utilized per ore. Klones, Kharajyr and other relevant CAs remain incapable of being used as sacrifices. This said, the Olog CA and the Mori'Quessir CA are permissible to be used as sacrifices.
-If a sacrificed player emotes dies, the rest of the ritual may be roleplayed without them. If a player wishes to FTB the gruesome sequence or not be in attendance otherwise, they are free to leave and the roleplay is permitted to continue.

-Willingly offering one's self to be sacrificed for the ritual requires a suicide-PK. A forger must deliberately explain this is optional if the player is volunteering explicitly to be PKd. Don't bait noobs into pking.

-The offering of blood and of the heart must be from the same player. 

-There can be no alternation or switching of smiths mid-ritual.

-A smith can only be physically interrupted during their ritual. If at any part they fail to complete the ritual steps in immediate succession to one another, the ritual fails and the ore is returned to it's base state.

-The name of the player involved as offering should be included in the /sreq to sign the item for purpose of clarity. 

-One is not required to know the Mori'Quessir language to speak the language so long as they know the words. The meaning of them is not required to be understood.

-Reforging utilizing ingots or refined items does not require this ritual and may be smithed as normal steel would.

Chitin Crafts
 

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Within the days of yore, the Mali’ker used chitin in everyday life. Within ancient Magara’lin where the fauna of the under realm offered all food and craft, this chitin served a vital use in the building of homes, boats, plates, bowls, and of course armour. This Chitin armour was made from the carapace of native insects and held together by resinous glues. This creation process is applied to all Crafts of Chitin. 

 Such ancient techniques have been lifted from the darkness, and integrated into modern Mali’ker society. Stronger resins, metallic straps, and plates. These modern suits of Chitin hold the strength of the metallic Ferrum plate and bear the same weight. In the modern age, this can be extended to Chitin weapons as well. 
 

Harvesting Chitin
 

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Harvesting Chitin is simple and can be done from any insect creature. All Chitin harvested from creatures such as the Lurker, Stilt Strider, Giant Beetles and beyond bare no magical affects or properties. Operating the same as Ferrum. 

Over their lifespans, many such great insectoids are prone to shedding portions of their exoskeletons in a process called 'molting'. This is typically done to discard old, dead chitin in response to trauma, wear or simple outgrowth. This spongy, degraded chitin is called 'molt', or 'vyver' by the Maehr people whose Stilt Strider caravans have historically utilised it in a similar fashion to hide.

Crafting With Chitin
 

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Crafting with Chitin is a simple process done typically by heating rods of metal or blades to curve away at the chitin and create the desired shape. Akin to standard armor craft, leather straps can be bolted into chitin. Pieces of chitin are held together by the extremely strong glue like saliva harvested from the Stilt Strider. Anything from bowls, spears, vases, shelves, or even walls can be created with enough chitin. 

Molt in its raw form may be worked without treatment in the creation of fabrics, shelters and other such niches that might normally be filled by tanned leather. When processed in the same manner as ordinary chitin, molt can be pressed into a rigid shape appearing identical to chitin armour albeit far less heavy and durable.

Crafts of Chitin bear the strength and quality of Ferrum or Black Ferrum. For all mechanical purposes it is simply aesthetic Ferrum, with the protective traits of Medium or Heavy Armour when worn. This includes weight, and though instead of degrading with time to rust, chitin rots in place of the natural process of rust.

Crafts of Molt bear the strength and quality of Leather or Softwood. For all mechanical purposes it is simply aesthetic hide, with the protective traits of Light Armour when worn.

Weapons of Chitin are able to be lit on fire twice before the Chitin fully burns away. Chitin does not warp with heat, it simply melts. Weapons of Chitin bear the same weight, durability, and effectiveness as Ferrum or Black Ferrum

Crafts of Chitin is not RARE knowledge, this means it does not require an FA or anything of the sort to create Crafts of Chitin. Characters are able to stumble their way through creation or learn from other characters in the same sense standard metallurgy is. 

Crafts of Chitin are aesthetic in nature purely. These do not require an ST sign to roleplay Crafts of Chitin. 

ST signed chitin, will follow all oversight rules as is standard with approval of an ST. 

The Blighted Metals: Ch 1

Azhl - The Vilestone

“Tis a most abominable thing of detestable nature. A steele metal so vile, suff’ring is conjur’d forth in its presence.” - 

It was said that they fell from the Heavens – great meteors burning vibrant colors across the starry sky, descending to the realm of Aos below. They teemed in the hundreds, all at once falling down from whatever high perch they previously held. The Azh Stones were the first to be taken note of, as they were plentiful and numbered in great proportions. Though none knew the cryptic origins of this ore, for the time they fell was long ago and during a time when the world was young and whole. 

Azh(Raw)

            A dark stone of pitchen-ash color and most ancient origin, bereft the ravages of time’s erosion. The stone comes in abnormal form, many sharp edges and pointed protrusions of vile nature which face outward in contempt of any would-be miner. Upon its surface, a thin veil of onyx-colored dust that smears under touch and rubs easily into skin and clothing. It is an ore of most uncanny hardness and frailty, crumbling before the swing of a pickax into fine dust. Easily this stone is broken apart by the most relenting of strikes, ashen-like dust flung into the air upon its breakage. These depravity-intent flakes cause a rash of wickedness, leaving a most irritable itchiness upon the skin of any who are so unfortunate enough to be dusted by it. Should dust of the azh stone find itself breathed into the lungs of an ill-witted miner, a rot so blighted will consume their lungs in its most vile of forms.

Harvesting Method

            The harvesting of azh stone requires a moderate amount of preparation and insight into the machinations and functions of azh. The dust that permeates the air when the ore is mined will cause uncovered skin to develop an irritable rash that should not be scratched, less you accidentally dig too deep into your own skin and infect yourself. The eyes are also susceptible to the dust, watering to a great degree and suffering an intense stinging sensation. If the dust happens to find itself in an open wound, in one’s lungs, or on scar tissue, the individual in question will become infected with a kind of blighted rot. Thus, it is suggested some form of covering be worn over the body and face.

Points of Note -

• Caves or crevices that have deposits of azh stone are in most cases covered in the dust that comes from the stone.
• A damp rag over the mouth and nose are sufficient enough to prevent most cases of infection. However, a rag is not sufficient in cases where thick clouds of azh dust are present.
  • Aka, worst case scenario, the ore explodes(somehow) and a cloud of dust is flung into the air.
• As stated, wear clothes that cover you and you should be fine.
• Azh stone originates from a meteorite, so it is virtually found anywhere. However, where it is found, living things should not be found.
  • Aka, if azh stone is found in a forest, everything around the deposit is either decrepit or dead.

Azhl(Refined)

A heinous ash black metal of destitute appearance, dull like rhyolite, but with ribbons of smoldering, vitreous, crimson veins running through it like nefarious vines attempting to strangulate a tree. It holds a weight akin to iron but a feeble constitution unlike the aforementioned, instead being comparable to gold in its durability. Just like gold, this metal is prone to denting and bending under similar pressure. However, it will hold an almost unnatural, arcane edge, to a degree above steel sharpened with a paper wheel to a razor’s edge. This fine edge is the trademark of this most vile of metals.

            If one is even slightly nicked by this foul material, it is enough to cause them to bleed profusely; to the degree they were cut - requiring aid which would clot blood, such as tippen’s root or otherwise, due to azhl preventing the blood from clotting naturally. Yet, the fine edge maintained by this metal is only a trait to further its sinister intent, for after being cut, the victim would feel sudden sharp pain in the surrounding area of the wound. This would be the most obvious indicator to the victim that they had been afflicted with azhl’s terrible blight. Further, the victim shall find their body acquiring a degree of exhaustion as their reflections begin to slow per the onset of Azhl Anemia. Amidst combat, standard removement is reduced by [1] block and sprinting by [2] blocks, the latter stacking atop of Heavy Armor’s debuff. 

Alchemical Properties -

Signs:

Earth, Aether

Symbols:
Weakness x 1
Curtailment x 2
Lethargy x 1
Poison x 1

Applications

Its durability is comparable to gold but is strong enough to maintain an uncanny edge; with the addition of bone dust its durability becomes comparable to ferrum. Take this as you will and craft whatever your heart so desires.

Refining Method

            The refinement of the azh stone requires that you crush the ore into crumbles, no larger than oat grains. Any amount of dust should be swept up and gathered, to then be added into the crushed ore. Dust will be thrown up into the air as the ore is crushed, so precautionary measures should be taken to avoid inhaling the dust of the vilestone or letting it come into skin contact while this occurs. After all parts of the stone have been gathered, the ore is put into a crucible of any variety suitable for melting at least iron. Woodchips of the hardwood variety or bones must be added to the crucible.

            A forge capable of reaching temperatures adequate for the smithing of iron is needed to melt azh stone. The crucible should be heated to around 2,000°F(1099°C) where the stone will then melt. The molten material will then be poured out and any slag quickly removed, as azh will hastily cool off - an ingot’s amount becoming solid once more in about 30 seconds. The metal will appear as a smoldering crimson during this process, as it cools down it will slowly fade into a dull burgundy gray, with splotches of red dotted across it. Once more, the azh should be melted and the process of removing slag repeated till the metal is left free of any impurities.

           The final part of the process is pouring the azhl into a mold, fitting what one desires to make or an ingot if being saved for later. The azhl should be heated to its forging temperature, just where it is as the perfect softness to be easily malleable at a rather humble 615°F(323°C). At this point the crushed bones are to be sprinkled onto the metal as it is worked, this will continually strengthen the metal, making it much more durable than before and thus harder to work, the Azhl now comparable to Ferrum. The smith will then conduct the long and tedious process of hammering the azhl into the desired shape, be it an axe, sword, or spear. If one neglects to add the crushed, now dust bones, it will result in a soft and easily bent product with a durability comparable to Aurum.

Extra - The Blight

            Should one be unfortunate enough to have breathed in the dust of azh stone or be cut by an azhl weapon, they will be stricken with a most terrible ailment of eldritch origin. Those who had become infected with ‘the blight’, via a method which resulted in blood contact will notice the area of infection turn a subtle dark gray mere seconds after exposure. This cursed disease will then quickly spread throughout the body, turning the blood it passes through by veins into a sticky, black substance, which notably causes a decrease in muscle strength and dexterity in the afflicted area. This will occur within the first few hours and spreads at the most, throughout a limb or the size of one’s torso. After a day of being afflicted with azhl’s blight, the victim will develop a high fever and an awful throbbing, pounding in their head, accompanied by vertigo and rampant vomiting. Cold sweats and intense weariness soon follow after. The veins in the area that was afflicted will turn a dark pitch in color, and the skin will have a foul ash color beneath it.

            Victims who had become infected with azhl’s blight through their lungs will experience severe coughing soon after infection, and an irritable, unquenchable itchiness within their chest. Within the first few hours they will have trouble breathing, though not to an extent which would result in death, but impaired enough to find intense activities quite unbearable. The victim, should they choose to do an intense activity like combat or running, would easily feel the burning sensation in their lungs, as if they were in a constant state of being deprived of oxygen after an intense workout. After a day of suffering this blight’s affliction, they would become bedridden for the most part, unable to participate in even daily chores; they also would experience similar symptoms in their head, just as those infected through their blood. Any coughing they commit themselves too will result in a black mucus being produced, spat out as they heave for fresh air.

            The treatment of azhl’s blight is relatively mundane and tame in nature, as gislocinovi finds itself to be the most recommended cure for the ailment. Easily enough, gislocinovi must be brewed and made into a tea and simply consumed by the ill. This, along with a day’s worth of rest will result in a moderately recovered individual, with only faint displays of the blighted sickness that afflicted them on display. This will also recede after another day of rest. This is relatively common knowledge, at least to those know work in such fields as medicine and herbology.

            However, should the vile curse be left untreated, the blight will slowly develop into a chronic illness that is nearly incurable. The anemia seeps into the very bones of the victim, resulting in dark gray veins overtaking a large portion of the body, and where these veins develop the skin will blacken and become thick like hide. The detriments of this illness are chronic fatigue, brittle bones, stiffened skin and joints in the afflicted area. Muscles seem to repair themselves after the first throes of the illness, but not entirely to the extent they were previously, crippled beyond repair. The hide-like skin of these victims is disgustingly thick and has many cracks which expose the soft, tender flesh beneath, resulting in painful sores. Piercing and slashing seem to have reduced effects against this hide, but the force of the blow still exists. Those affected by this chronic disease give off a mild odor which smells of brimstone and ash.

            From what many scholars have gathered over the years from attending to hopeless victims of the vilestone, is that baths which contain salt in quantities greater than sea water by two-fold will lessen the pain experienced by these individuals. This does reverse its effects. Something of note is that many surgeons have used bloodletting and various methods of ‘flaying’(the peeling and carving away of the thick hide) to cure this foul condition. This has resulted in mixed outcomes, with some patients dying of shock, blood loss or another disease, however some have lived. This process, if undertaken, should be done with the utmost care for the patient. Afterall, flaying is a method of torture, and the outcome of such a thing usually results in the death of the victim. However, this process is completely possible, albeit difficult to say the least.

• The black substance that is made from the blood of Descendants afflicted with azhl’s blight in of itself has alchemical properties. One draught of this black blood has these properties.
• Azhl's Blight takes 3 to 5 emotes to debilitate a victim's limb, causing extremely noticeable pain in the afflicted area and reducing the dexterity and strength of the muscles. 3 emotes for creatures that are of a lower mass individuals such as musin, halflings, goblins; 4 emotes for humans, dwarves, elves; 5 emotes for orcs and larger.
  • Aka, the limb would have half the strength it would traditionally have, wielding weapons, armor, or carrying things normally doable within reason is of a much greater difficulty.

Alchemical Properties -

Signs:

Aether

Symbols:

Death x 5
Weakness x 3
Dark x 3

            Creatures of the Fae and their derivative beings, such as epiphytes and other demi-fae, will suffer the effects of azhl’s blight to a much greater degree, varying in severity depending upon the type of creature afflicted. These beings would also be capable of ‘sensing’ the presence of azhl in the near vicinity, resulting in the fae creature or individual becoming uncomfortable if within a moderate distance(8 blocks). The closer they are to azhl, the more unbearable this feeling of discomfort becomes, eventually transitioning to dread, despair, and so on. Once the distance is closed to being only a mere meter or two away, the feelings they experience become torturous in nature, the individual or creature unnerved to the point that the desire to distance oneself from the source is paramount.

Natural Fae -

            Creatures truly of the Fae will suffer a gruesome death within minutes of being afflicted with azhl’s blight, reeling in pain and being overtaken by the blight’s ill symptoms in mere moments.

• Since most Fae creatures are ST or event use only, this effect can be done within a reasonable timeframe for event purposes. Fae creatures will have azhl anemia onset in 2 emotes, and be lethal if not treated within a narrative day. Significant wounds or several minor wounds(4+ cuts, stabs, gashes, etc) will cause the 3 emote death timer.

Tree Lords & Soul Trees - 

            The Tree Lords will suffer a terrible fate after having come in contact with azhl’s blight, either becoming corrupted or dying soon after being infected. Should they become corrupted, they will appear similar in nature to typical Descendants who are afflicted with azhl, but to a much greater degree and across their whole form. Azhl is capable of cutting into a soul tree, resulting in the eventual death of the tree as it recoils away from azhl weapon.

• They will either die or become corrupted 5 emotes after being afflicted with azhl’s blight. The choice of dying or becoming corrupted is up to the Tree Lord in question to decide.

Demi-fae - 

            The demi-fae such as epiphytes and so on will suffer the effects of azhl at a much more drastic pace, becoming afflicted with azhl anemia within an hour at the least. They become decrypt husks of their former selves, whatever foliage or flora which adorned their form having become sickly and rotten, appearing as if it was overtaken by some terrible illness of a most nefarious nature, unnatural.

• They will become afflicted with azhl anemia after 10 emotes during conflict, or over the course of an RP hour for encounters outside of conflict. It is of the player’s choice if they become afflicted with azhl anemia or just die, not all demi-fae are as hardy as others.

Mundane Flora -

             Not even mundane plants are spared the insatiable anathemic blight that is azhl’s curse. Most plants that are smaller in nature, such as flowers, shrubs, ferns, grass, and bushes, will slowly wither away and eventually die over the course of a few days if they are exposed to the azh stone’s dust, or come into contact with azhl. These flora will slowly ‘rot’ away, becoming black and sickly, giving off a foul sulfur smell as they quickly decay and die. Larger flora, such as trees, may survive for quite some time longer before eventually meeting their demise, suffering a similar fate akin to their smaller, more fragile kin.

• Small plants will die after an OOC day, large plants(trees) die after an OOC week of extended exposure(a spike of azhl left stabbed into a trunk). This affects most ‘mundane’ flora, stuff that isn’t innately magical. However, one must consider that most plants that are magical, also fall into the realm of fae.

Redlines

• It takes 7 OOC days for Azhl Anemia to become chronic, and even then it is up to the player if they wish to develop the condition chronically.
• Blight Healing is capable of healing Natural Fae, Tree Lords/Soul Trees, Demi-fae, and mundane flora/fauna of Azhl's Blight. However, Blight Healing does not heal Descendants of Azhl's Blight.
• CAs are affected by Azhl Anemia, unless they have a resistance to disease.
• Azhl’s effects can only be wrought via the affliction of wounds; thus, powders and other varied inhalants will prove ineffective amidst combat for the administration of the blight.

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