Synad Gum

The gummy sap of the synad tree is a natural wonder. The viscous sap can be tapped as a syrup or gathered as hardened amber-like nodules. Synad sap in its raw form is a natural non-addictive mood elevator and mild stimulant. When treated and refined, depending on the method, a wide variety of medical and recreational drugs can be created from raw synad gum. The dried form of the gum is often ground and used as a seasoning.
Although some of the refined recreational variants have been found to be mentally/emotionally addictive, no synad based derivatives have found to be physically addictive. Synad gum in its unrefined form is found in almost every household and flavors drinks, food dishes and even the air as it is often burned as incense. When burned it emits a luminescent green smoke, which is a popular sight at concert venues.

Properties

Material Characteristics

Liquid synad gum is a beige viscous liquid the consistency of warm molasses. The hardened gum is opaque and deep reddish amber in color. When a lump of hardened gum is broken it fractures along crystal plane that form during the hardening process. Application of mild heat will cause synad gum to harden more slowly, but once hardened, the gum will not melt, but is highly flammable. Immersion in alcohol will prevent liquid gum from hardening.

Geology & Geography

Varieties of synad tree grow throughout Eilea. Industrious entrepreneurs are constantly seeking new, more potent cultivars, or cultivars with special properties. Vast synad orchards occupy many hills of branded family estates.

Odor

Synad gum is odorless unless burned, then has a distinctly licorice scent.

Taste

Synad gum in all of its forms has a taste reminiscent of a mild smoky cayenne pepper.

Color

Beige in liquid form, reddish brown when hardened. The color can vary slightly with different varieties and cultivars.

Boiling / Condensation Point

250º F

Melting / Freezing Point

-50º F

Density

15.5 lbs/gal