Crimson rhubarb
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Introduction to the story | Alina | Runic magic | Novel upcoming
Introduction to the story | Alina | Runic magic | Novel upcoming
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Guild notice—material information package
Written by Madame Solène de Nivers for the rune guild.
In light of the new trend to use rhubarb extract in the crafting of artefacts, the Lady Director of the rune guild has required all of our members to be provided with a brief on their growth and use.
What
A special cultivar of rhubarb that has been bioengineered recently for magical applications. It is made of 3 parts:How
This cultivar cannot photosynthesise (hence the white leaves). It feeds from the soil and the dead insects there. If it is not enough, its diet needs to be supplemented with blood— human magical blood works best, of course. Too much sunlight will kill it; it needs to grow in caves or shadowed areas.Danger
In the dark, it grows extremely fast—crackling noises can even sometimes be heard as its stalks expand. If the surrounding soil is not enough to feed it, it will grow its roots rather than stalks and move them to go in search of other sustenance. Be careful where you fall asleep and to keep your windows closed...Crimson rhubarb
Interests
It secretes an oxalic acid-derived chemical that increases the solubility of metal cations in the soil and so their availability as nutrients. This chemical also reacts strongly with photons (hence why the plant cannot stand light). This combination makes it perfect for use in optical-based magic.Cooking
The plant has medicinal properties (accelerated wound healing) and is expensive (twice the price of other spices). This has made it beloved by the nobility.Artefacts
Root extracts filled with the oxalic acid-derived chemical are used in alchemy to prepare materials for use in ligth-based magic such as light-activated artefacts or semaphores in which light carries messages. They also used to be incorporated in rituals with Light symbolisms before all rituals were banned.Conclusion: You might find cute the mischievous tendency of the plant to creep a root towards your ankle as soon as you turn your back on it and want to exhibit a pot in your house to show off to your guests, but dozen of mages have died from their attempt to cultivate crimson rhubarb. Do not humiliate the guild by acting in such a stupid manner and by not taking all due precautions.
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Entry for Worldbuilding Summer Camp 2023
Answering: "OPTIONAL: a species known for its mischievous personality"
In response to the prompt Describe an important crop in your world. What are the agricultural needs associated with it?
Mischievous indeed. Definitely a useful and enlightening brochure. I will be certain to keep it in mind as I cultivate my rhubarb.
Necromancy is a Wholesome Science.
Thanks :D Yes, better not listen to what other people say and keep a pot of rhubarb in your bedroom!
I will grow it in the "unwelcome guest" bedroom instead. Surely there will never be any accidents there.
Necromancy is a Wholesome Science.