Windroot Moss

Windroot Moss is a tenacious, storm-hardened plant that grows in the cracks and crevices of the Everstorm Cliffs, thriving despite the relentless winds and erratic weather of the region. It is one of the few plants capable of surviving in such an unforgiving environment, drawing moisture from the heavy mist and rain carried by the Everstorm.

Basic Information

Anatomy

• Dense, fibrous texture that clings stubbornly to rock faces, making it almost impossible to uproot by hand.
• Deep, anchoring root system, which gives it the name "Windroot" and allows it to withstand powerful gusts.
• Pale silver-green coloration, with a faint bluish shimmer under moonlight, hinting at its latent energy-absorbing properties.
• Velvety surface that retains moisture, keeping it surprisingly cool to the touch even in dry conditions.

Additional Information

Uses, Products & Exploitation

• Stormborn Remedies – The Stormborn tribes value Windroot Moss as a natural poultice, using its moisture-retaining fibers to treat burns, cuts, and dehydration-related ailments.
• Alchemical Catalyst – Alchemists prize the moss for its ability to stabilize volatile ingredients, particularly those infused with storm energies.
• Resilience Symbolism – Some Stormborn warriors weave dried Windroot strands into their armor or talismans, believing it grants them the ability to endure hardship without faltering.
• Lightning Resistance – Some scholars claim that Windroot Moss has electrically insulating properties, and small samples have been experimented with in crafting protective garments against the effects of the Everstorm’s lightning.

Civilization and Culture

Common Myths and Legends

Local myths tell of a legendary variant of Windroot Moss known as Stormvein Moss, which glows with trapped lightning and is said to guide lost souls through the Everstorm. Those who consume it in a sacred ritual are rumored to gain brief visions of the storm’s future course, allowing them to predict where the Everstorm will strike next.

Genetic Descendants

• Stormvein Moss

Geographic Distribution

• Everstorm Cliffs