Manaclay

A ceramic material which is unusually tough, and a great conductor of Quintessence. It is produced by soaking wet clay in Quintessence rich water over a prolonged period of time, then shaping it into a usable shape.
Many people dub it "Druid's Steel" as it is a material close in strength to steel that can be produced without a forge.

History & Usage

History

Has been used since the Rune Era, however; precise creation of Manaclay wasn't possible until a group of Earth Mages in Tyfiel managed to create it while experimenting with Pottery.
Ever since, it has been widely used as a material.

Discovery

Manaclay was first produced in 20 AQ.

Everyday use

Manaclay is used for casting equipment for Spellcasters, alongside seeing use as a more expensive, far more durable alternative than Clay; being used to create Pottery and Tiling.

Type

Ceramic

Color

A deep, warm grey, sometimes blue or brown, depending on the composition.