Aetherite
The crystalline form of Aether, the energy used in magic, found mostly in places with high levels of Aether. Because of its ability to draw on, and store, regular Aether, Aetherite is commonly used as a fuel source for Aether-powered technologies, a key ingredient in enchantments, and other purposes.
Properties
Material Characteristics
Aetherite is a crystalline material which constantly glows from the Aether stored within. This glow is most commonly blueish-purple in colour, though the colour varies depending on the kind of Aether within the Aetherite.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Aetherite commonly produces a tingling sensation after prolonged contact, with larger concentrations of Aetherite producing the same effect in the surrounding area. Additionally, certain forms of Aether give Aetherite other effects as well (fire Aetherite is warm to the touch, ice/water Aetherite is cold, etc).
Geology & Geography
Aetherite is most commonly found in areas that have a high concentration of Aether.
Origin & Source
Aetherite is Aether that's changed from its original energy state to a crystalline form.
Life & Expiration
Aetherite is largely stable, though prolonged intense usage of Aetherite can cause it to deteriorate at a slow rate.
History & Usage
History
Aetherite was first discovered by miners, though no one really how long it's existed. In the early years of its discovery, Aetherite was largely used as an ingredient in rituals, though as time went on, people found more advanced uses for this material.
Discovery
Aetherite was discovered shortly after mining became a more common industry, though how and when it first arrived in the world is still largely a mystery.
Everyday use
Aetherite is largely used as a fuel source for Magitech, as well as an ingredient in most potions and enchanted weapons/armour.
Cultural Significance and Usage
Any culture that has a deep reverence for Aether will value Aetherite as a being sacred, and treat it accordingly.
Industrial Use
Aetherite is used as the main fuel source for all forms of Magitech, and is infused into weapons/armour for enchantment.
Refinement
Aetherite must be 'tuned' for the task it's intended for before it can be safely installed into any Magitech.
Manufacturing & Products
Aetherite is the primary component in the creation of Aether Cores, the power sources for Magitech.
Hazards
Due to containing a large amount of Aether, great care must be taken when handling Aetherite, as severe damage to Aetherite can destabilise it, resulting in an Aether explosion.
Environmental Impact
Aetherite is made up of highly concentrated Aether, and constantly radiates it. A large enough amount of Aether in an area for long enough can result in a number of bizarre effects on the environment, as evidenced by the areas around particularly heavy concentrations of Aetherite.
Reusability & Recycling
Since Aetherite draws on the Aether in the area, it almost never runs out of power, or at least not for a very long time. Even if the item that was using Aetherite is damaged or broken, the Aetherite itself can still be recovered.
Distribution
Trade & Market
Aetherite is sold as a premium fuel source, and can only be sold by certified industrial merchants.
Storage
Aetherite is stored in specialized storage areas, kept in containers built from Aether-cancelling materials that prevent the Aether radiation from leaking into the surrounding area.
Law & Regulation
There are a great many regulations on how Aetherite can be distributed and used, such as personnel needing to be properly certified, and local authorities being alerted in advance about any large incoming shipments.
Type
Metaphysical
Rarity
Uncommon
Odor
Aetherite, much like Aether, is odourless.
Taste
While eating Aetherite is strongly discouraged, those who've done so describe it as having an electric taste.
Color
Blueish-purple, though other forms of Aether give off different colours.
Common State
Crystalline
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