Malachite
Properties
Material Characteristics
Malachite is a teal and green ore.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Malachite is a mineral with a unique property, the ability to absorb enormous amounts of magical energy.
Geology & Geography
Malachite is most often found in large deposits in the mountains, mostly The Spine of The World.
Origin & Source
Malachite comes from copper, carbon, and oxygen being compressed underground into a gem known as malachite.
History & Usage
Discovery
Malachite was thought to have been discovered by dwarves centuries ago, being used by them for imprisonment purposes.
Everyday use
Malachite can be used as gems in jewelry, but not much else.
Industrial Use
Malachite is often used in the production of malachite shackles, or in ammunition for explosive cavalry.
Refinement
Malachite is found in its usable state, but is often needed to be polished before used.
Manufacturing & Products
Malachite shackles need malachite to function, with the malachite bands on it being the essential component.
Hazards
Saturated malachite is very dangerous and reactive, with a chunk exploding when broken.
Reusability & Recycling
Once malachite is fully saturated, it is unusable except for weaponry.
Distribution
Trade & Market
The Mines of Milibar have a monopoly over malachite production malachite in the entirety of The Outlands.
Storage
Unsaturated malachite can be stored in any way, but fully saturated malachite must be stored in an impact and vibration-free environment to prevent explosions.
Law & Regulation
The Capital restricts the exportation and purchasing of malachite, under the guise of safety, when they just want it all to themselves.
Type
Ore/Mineral
Value
20gp per lbs
Rarity
Rare
Odor
none, but like blood if you sniff it ground into dust.
Taste
Similar to dirt
Color
Teal and dark green
Boiling / Condensation Point
520.91 deg C
Melting / Freezing Point
359.03 deg C
Density
4.0 g/cm3
Common State
Solid
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