Zalídēs (zalaɪdɪs)

Properties

Material Characteristics

Zalídēs is a dark goldish metal, it's fairly soft to the point a strong human male could leave an impression on a bar. Naturally, it has a porous surface like lava rock, although due to its softness it doesn't have any sharp edges.

Physical & Chemical Properties

While it is easier to enchant than most other metals, Zalídēs is ultimately a rather mundane material beyond its rareness.

Geology & Geography

The metal can be found across the entirety of Altûŕ, with the biggest deposits typically found on asteroids and comets, albeit in still very small deposits.

History & Usage

Everyday use

Due to its incredible rarity and subtle beauty, it is often used in the making of jewellery or enchanted amulets.

Cultural Significance and Usage

As the only beings capable of amassing large amounts of the metal, the Theoi use Zalídēs for the Pantheon's currency, the Ðmētep.

Type

Metal

Rarity

Very scarce

Odor

None

Color

Dark gold

Boiling / Condensation Point

992.1 °C

Melting / Freezing Point

462.52 °C

Density

6.240

Common State

Solid