Destroying Angel

Destroying angel is one of the most toxic mushrooms identified. These white, unassuming mushrooms are often mistaken for similar-looking edible mushrooms, leading to the demise of many inexperienced gatherers. Their symbiotic relationships with particular trees mean that they typically grow on the edges of woodlands, but are capable of growing in grassy meadows and gardens if the right trees are nearby.
Destroying angel is associated with air, hence their name.

Properties

Physical & Chemical Properties

Level 2

Inflict wound levels (consume)
Damage constitution (consume)
Fear (consume)
Poison damage (consume)

Level 3 Properties

Fertilise

Geology & Geography

Destroying angels typically grow on the edges of woodlands, around the trees they share a symbiotic relationship with, but can grow in meadows and gardens if the right tree is growing near enough.

History & Usage

Everyday use

The only use of destroying angel that common folk have found is its effectiveness as a potent poison.

Cultural Significance and Usage

In very rare cases, Windwalkers or Nymph Maidens have been granted permission to harvest destroying angels in the interests of using them for fertility rituals.

Hazards

Destroying angels are easily mistaken for other mushrooms and can lead to the accidental death of an unwary and uneducated mushroom gatherer.

Distribution

Law & Regulation

In many woodland settlements it is illegal to harvest destroying angels, and many foolish mushroom gatherers who have unknowingly harvested it have been subjected to compulsory re-education to ensure they do not make the same mistake again.
There are very rare exceptions to this law, whereby certain clerics and cultists may be granted a permit to use destroying angels for fertility rites.

Da

Type

Biomaterial

Value

48 silver pennies

Rarity

ζ-tier ingredient

Odor

Sickly and unpleasant

Taste

Bland

Color

White