T- Bottan Studded Bedding
... enjoy a peaceful night's sleep in even the coldest environment- quilted comfort!
"Picks you up as it puts you down."
Enchanted cloth, Tundra Bottan or Icing Silk, were prized for two qualities: retaining heat and deflecting moisture. Myth Folk traders popularized a synthesis of these two fabrics, their unique properties intertwined to make an incredibly weather-resistant fabric.
Icing Silk wasn't as suitable for bedding as supple common T- Bottan Bedding. Artisans learned to weave silken thread-counts into the breathable Bottan fabric, creating a material that retains warmth. This technique led to the creation of T-Bottan Studded Bedding, offering an extra level of comfort.
Mechanics & Inner Workings
Weighing anywhere between 20-30 Ub this heavy blanket folds compactly and can be stored in tight compartments despite its bulk. Once it has been unfurled, it wraps around the owner like a warm, comforting embrace. Heated stones with enchanted glyphs control the ambient temperature inside the weighted blanket.
Reacting to the body heat, the owner is protected from exposure to cold conditions during long or short rests. The user may sleep peacefully, even in a Blizzard.
Reacting to the body heat, the owner is protected from exposure to cold conditions during long or short rests. The user may sleep peacefully, even in a Blizzard.
The blanket works by studding the interior and exterior with flat stones, enchanted with Pink Ice, a material that absorbs cold energy and transmutes it into a source of warmth. Since it reacts to the owners body temperature, the folds never reach an uncomfortable temperature within.
The weight of the stones within provides compression, relieving tension and providing Restful Sleep. Often used for those suffering cold or injuries, these blankets increased one's survivability in the wild.
The weight of the stones within provides compression, relieving tension and providing Restful Sleep. Often used for those suffering cold or injuries, these blankets increased one's survivability in the wild.
Manufacture & Production
First, an Artisan obtains two bolts: one of each fabric. The process to craft a T-Bottan Studded Bedding consumes both bolts. The bedding is first constructed by weaving the threads of T-Bottan, then the Artisan must weave the Icing Silk with the proper thread count, folding the silk in on itself, forming pockets or bubbles within.
With two fabric layers, warm Heat Rocks are sewn inside the cottony interior, then studded into a matrix. Embroidery is often included in this step. Care is taken to sew the pockets and lining together once the blanket is complete. The entire process to craft T-Bottan Studded Bedding uses all materials and can take 1 Day or more.
Caution: Heated Blanket
While these blankets are generally safe to seek shelter within, one must keep this fabric away from sources of flame. The Icing Silk interior and Heat Rocks are susceptible to intense heat, quickly catching on fire if exposed. Make sure to extinguish any open flames before resting.Historical Significance
Demand for both heated rocks and lavish blankets, as well as the technique for crafting them, made Traders incredibly wealthy when bartering for goods or services. Some believe the supply and demand of these clothing items were among the first items of mutual and valuable trade amongst the Folk- along with Pots and Vehicles.
These blankets would find their way to other Cultures, through means of scavenging, as part of Cultural exchanges, or by learning the technique themselves. Folk were known for providing a blanket for the night to those traveling the cold wastes, usually in trade for something of equal value or as a charity. The quality of Folk fabric became reknowned.
Myths & Cultural Relevance
Cloth and Armor
An advanced, functional version of Padded Armor was once crafted by Myth Folk. Crafted in a similar manner to T-Bottan Studded Bedding, the armor protected the user from cold climates and water exposure.Cloth and armors such as these were the height of fashion and functionality for the Folk. Often dyed in traditional colors, Folk Crests often identified the owner and their role or affiliations.
The Coat of Consensus
“A blanket the size of the Coat of Consensus must’ve hosted the grandest slumber parties,” Elsie mused, eyes alight as she imagined it. She met Rand’s gaze, her own blanket tucked closely around her. “Imagine the joy of a Dream Theater ceremony- lanterns glowing, laughter filling the night under the twin moons.”
Rand’s sigh cut through her daydream. “There you go again, with your bedtime romances. How am I supposed to sleep?”
“Shut up!” she said, cheeks flushing. “Not everything’s as crude as you, you know.”
Rand smirked, rolling over. His side was cold, a chill that Elsie’s warmth- rather, that blanket she adored- could ease. Wouldn’t mind her voice, if it meant feeling that again.
Burden of Comfort
Dimensions
Item Type
Bedding
Description
Item Category
Sleeping Bag
Item Dimensions
Unit Reference
Sleeping Bag
Item Dimensions
- Length: 6.5-8 Un
- Width: 4- 6 Un
- Weight: 20-30 Ub
Unit Reference
Measurements
"Units" are measurements, defined by length, width, and weight. A whole Unit is denoted with an "Un" and represents 1 whole measured "Unit" (equivalent to the average length of a forearm). A "Micro-Unit" is denoted with "Um" in measurements and is the size of an index fingertip bone. 10 Micro-Units make 1 Un. To measure weight, Unit Burden is calculated relative to the weight of an adult fist. Total Units are measured using decimals.
"Units" are measurements, defined by length, width, and weight. A whole Unit is denoted with an "Un" and represents 1 whole measured "Unit" (equivalent to the average length of a forearm). A "Micro-Unit" is denoted with "Um" in measurements and is the size of an index fingertip bone. 10 Micro-Units make 1 Un. To measure weight, Unit Burden is calculated relative to the weight of an adult fist. Total Units are measured using decimals.
Distribution
Rarity
Uncommon
Region
Mystomythia
Demographic
Folk
Uncommon
Region
Mystomythia
Demographic
Folk
Base Price
TBD Casho
Fabricate
Tools
- Shears
- Sewing Hook
Materials
1 Bolt of:
- Icing Silk
- T-Bottan
- 6x Heat Rocks
Enchanter's ID
#18: Tundra Bottan
- Cold-Resistant Fibers
- Resists Wind Chill
- Great Cloth or Rope
- By-Product
T-Bottan Wood
- Cold-Resistant Fibers
- Resists Wind Chill
- Great Cloth or Rope
- By-Product
T-Bottan Wood
Material Base Cost
TBD Casho
TBD Casho
Enchanter's ID
#42: Icing Silk
#42: Icing Silk
Liquid "Ice" &
Icing Spider's Silk
- "Hydrophobic" Fibers
- Resists Heat & Cold
- Great Cloth or Rope
- "Hydrophobic" Fibers
- Resists Heat & Cold
- Great Cloth or Rope
Material Base Cost
TBD Casho
TBD Casho
Comments
Author's Notes
I was looking through Articles and came across Icing Silk. In the Author's Notes, I was already planning this Article. I own a weighted blanket and honestly think they're the best! This was a fun prompt to write for! Primitive, enchanted, weighted blankets!
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