Viridian Salt

Viridian salt is a mineral found in only a few deposits around the world. It is highly flammable and is used to create explosives and as a highly efficient power source for machinery.

Properties

Material Characteristics

Viridian salt is most commonly found in the form of a soft greenish rock. These rocks can be ground up into crystals fairly easily, and the salt is commonly sold in this crushed form.

Physical & Chemical Properties

When put under intense pressure, the viridian salt will crystalize into a translucent green glass-like form known as viridian glass. This substance does not have the flammable properties of its salt form. There is no known way to undo this transformation, and viridian glass is considered useless except for decorative purposes.

Geology & Geography

The mineral is found in underground deposits fairly near the surface.

The largest viridian salt mine in the Jirithkaen Empire is located near the town of Leaves-Amid-Glass. Large crystals of viridian glass have formed across the jungle region, giving the town its name. Scientists theorize that a large natural disaster occurred thousands of years ago that unearthed the top layer of the salt deposit and crystalized it.

History & Usage

Everyday use

Viridian salt is used as a material in explosive weapons manufacturing or as an expensive but highly compact alternative to diesel power.

Some people also use viridian glass as a decorative material in jewelry or art. The substance loses all of its volatile properties it its glass form, so it is safe to use.

Hazards

Viridian salt is extremely combustible. It will explode if it comes into contact with fire, and even sparks set off by mining equipment can set it off. Mining the salt is a dangerous occupation and must be done using limited machinery.

Distribution

Trade & Market

The Saltworks Company is the largest viridian salt mining and refinery company in Jirithkae. The mineral is primarily marketed as an explosive for weapons manufacturing. Viridian salt compounds are also used as a highly compact and efficient fuel source, although it isn't as widespread as diesel fuel.

Storage

Viridian salt is carefully contained in flame proof containers and kept away from fire or machinery to prevent accidents. It is generally transported in small quantities.