Prompt 16: Tarune Scales

I remember the first time I found a couple tarune scales while on a hunt. They were just sitting there in the middle of the forest not far from the great wolf mother's shrine. I originally tried to take it to the shrine but was told it was a gift for my upcoming birthday by the spirit.
I was so happy when Dhaigham helped me make a necklace out of it. I cab still remember the first time they glowed as I was channeling my essence. I knew as long as I wore them I would be protected from the darkness of the world. -Nevarr ov Talion

While Tarune are valuable as pets and guardians, they also have another use. Theirs scales carry some of their magical energy. These scales in a proper craftsman hand can make armor that can be used to protect the wearer from certain elemental magic. It is also rather durable and can take a decent amount of hits.
The most important thing is that the scales are considered sacred to the magical races. These scales have a tendacy to be used to adorn shrines as the scales are believed to aid in connecting with the spirits. Shamans will commonly have a bracelet are a necklace adorned in different color scales.

Properties

Material Characteristics

They are small scales that glow with magical power when essence is channeled near them. Their color changing based on the elemental essence it's exposed to. It can also change color to match the emotional frequency of primal magic.

Physical & Chemical Properties

They are cool to the touch, but can warm up when exposed to active essence.

Origin & Source

These scales come form a Tarune.

History & Usage

Cultural Significance and Usage

The Deminor use the scales to aid in communing with the spirits, thanks to their ability to store essence. While some shamans may even create bracers out of them. This is done less out of defense, but more out of its place in their spiritual beliefs.

Type

Biomaterial

Color

Multi Color, but normally a pale blue.