Vitralite
Vitralite is a rare, translucent material known for its iridescent shimmer and magical properties. Often found in the caverns of Inedel, it is used in the creation of Halcyon Glass, vital for preserving medicinal potions and alchemical mixtures. Its durability and resistance to decay make it invaluable in medical practices, especially in Trealing. Refinement requires careful processes to avoid dangerous fumes and instability. Vitralite is not only key to magical storage but is also employed in industrial uses, including magical lenses and reinforced containers.
Properties
Material Characteristics
A translucent, pale-blue or violet mineral that exhibits an iridescent shimmer when caught in the light that emits a soft glow when in contact with magical or alchemical substances
Physical & Chemical Properties
It is extremely resistant to natural decay and magical corrosion making it ideal for long-term storage of sensitive substances. It also reacts strongly with alchemical solutions, enhancing their effects, particularly in healing or preservation.
History & Usage
Everyday use
In Inedel, Vitralite is also employed in the construction of reinforced, transparent storage containers and occasionally used in the manufacture of specialized lenses for magical research.
Industrial Use
The primary application of Vitralite is in the creation of Halcyon Glass which is used for crafting high-quality magical containers that preserve medicinal potions, compounds, and life-saving elixirs.
Refinement
Mining
- Extracted from deep caverns near geothermal sources, Vitralite is rare and requires careful excavation to prevent cracking.
- Once mined, it is crushed and carefully heated in a forge using a mixture of fire and arcane energy to maintain the crystalline structure.
- The refined material is then infused with magic from specific ley lines or enchanted materials to stabilize it for use in magical applications and is then shaped into molds, creating thin sheets or vessels that maintain the material’s iridescence.
Hazards
When mined or refined improperly, Vitralite can emit toxic fumes that can cause dizziness, nausea, and magical interference. If the material is subjected to improper alchemical processes, it can explode or shatter unpredictably, causing magical burns or spontaneous destruction of items in proximity.
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