Dur'virum Crystals

Properties

Material Characteristics

Very light and has a spectrum of color that shines off when direct light hits it. Average 2-3ft tall crystals, the lowest was 1 1/2ft, whereas the largest was 4ft tall. The crystal is shaped like large hearts.

Physical & Chemical Properties

The crystal will give off a large glow that when in the moonlight, can be used in smithing to heat up any material to its melting point. The crystal as well is cold to the touch, but when put near ice the ice will start to melt away. The crystal not only brings materials to its melting point but also if turned into a fine powder, it can be used as a sweetener for assorted beverages and will heat the beverage.

Geology & Geography

The crystal is found always near volcanoes but encased inside large chunks of ice within the magma.

Origin & Source

The ice chunk is called Frostfire. Which is used in a majority of the bathhouses in The Kal Empire. The Frostfire ice is an ivory blue, with a chilled exterior that looks similar to a ribcage.

History & Usage

History

The Dur'virum Crystals have been sought after by many smiths for a long time, some of which have their own excavations to acquire this crystal to improve their smithing.

Discovery

The discovery was an accident, founded by Callum Stoneheart, chiseling his way through the Frostfire ice and then ripped the Dur'virum Crystal out from it. Upon receiving this crystal he took it back up to the forge and began to run tests on it. Ultimately discovering its heating qualities.

Everyday use

It is used by the smiths that can pay for the crystal which usually costs 300 coins. Even upon purchase they only use for special orders that would take time, the crystal speeds things up.

Distribution

Trade & Market

Explorer's and the Zepharog Cartel's merchants will have some as well.

Storage

The crystal can be stored on a normal shelf and be fine, only reacting to the metal.

Type

Ore/Mineral

Value

300 coin

Rarity

Rare

Color

Varys from greens to blues and some have been red

Boiling / Condensation Point

312 degrees Farenheit

Common State

Solid Glass Crystal