Phoenix Tears

Phoenix tears can be acquired from the emberwing phoenix during its cyclical immolation and resurrection. They are a material that is highly prized and valued by healers, alchemists, and individuals seeking eternal youth or the ability to mend severe injuries without undergoing strenuous long-term treatments.

Harvest Process

The harvesting process runs through four steps:

1. The ritual of rebirth
2. The cleansing flame
3. The guardian's trials
4. Sacred Vessels

The Ritual of Rebirth

Once the emberwing phoenix has ignited itself in a burst of flames, those seeking to harvest the tears must approach the site with utmost respect and caution. This process requires an understanding of the phoenix's significance in the natural order and its immortal life cycle.

The Cleansing Flame

During the climax of the immolation cycle, where the phoenix's body turns to ashes right before the flames die out, the collecting individual must position themselves carefully to collect the tears directly from the fire.

The Guardian's Trials

The ritual of rebirth is guarded by mystical beings known as the flame sentinels who test the collecting individual towards their resolve and purity of purpose through various physical, emotional and spiritual trials. Those who fail the trials will be burned to ashes.

Sacret Vessels

Once the tears are successfully harvested, they need to be placed and preserved in vessels made of a material capable of withstanding intense heat, such as volcanic glass or enchanted metals. Those vessels are often called sacred vessels and are designed to ensure that the tears' potent properties remain undiluted until used or further processed.

Properties

Material Characteristics

The tears are a non flammable opaque liquid that shimmers in all shades of fiery colors. They usually emit a soft glow and is warm to the touch.

Geology & Geography

Phoenix tears can only be found in volcanic areas in the volcanic calera of the highest active volcano of the region during the immolation cycle of the emberwing phoenix.

History & Usage

Everyday use

The liquid is used by healers, alchemists and other individuals for the production of several items such as healing elixiers, rejuvenation potions and as an enhancing catalyst for alchemical reactions and fire manipulation spells.
Healing elixiers containing phoenix tears are known to mend severe injuries and cure ailments that were classified as uncurable. They accelerate the natural processes within the body, while granting remarkable recovery and vitality.
Rejuvenation potions grant temporary revitalization by restoring the drinker's youth, energy, and vigor. Depending on the potions strength the effect can last up to a month.
As a catalyst the tears can enhance the potency and effects of other ingredients during alchemical reactions and can amplify the flame wielding and shaping ability of fire manipulation spell performers.

Type

Elemental / Molecular

Rarity

rare, with extreme dangers associated with its gathering

Odor

A blend of fire and smoke reminiscent of an evening around a bonfire.

Taste

Sweet like flower nectar with a gentle warmth.

Color

Shimmering gradients of red and orange tones, resembling the feathers of the phoenix.

Common State

liquid

Related Species

• Emberwing Phoenix