Merithal

Minera Fulget

Merithal is a dangerous mineral that emits potent magic. It is the cause of many problems for the territories of the Azure Range.

Properties

Material Characteristics

The outside shell is a dakr grey, unassuming color, easy enough to miss. It is an organic shape with bulbous potrusions. Once it is cracked open, there is a dark blue, crystalized metallic interior. Magic specks of light are released when it is cracked open.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Merithal is magical and therefore can only be melted and boiled through magical means. However, it can be cracked opened by mundane means. When it is broken through, it releases potent magic. If this magic gets into someone's bloodstream, it can cause the Withering Ink, a dangerous infection.
It is resistant to physical strikes, however, it emits dangerous magic each time it is struck. So, if someone were to equip themselves with merithal to resist physical attacks, the merithal would eventually fuse itself to the wearer.

Geology & Geography

Merithal is found on the continent of Cauda in the Azure Range, or as those peaks are also called: the Skjold Cascades. It is found in the underground caves and mines.

Life & Expiration

Since it radiates magic, how long until there is no magic left? The magical half-life of merithal is about 2,000 years. After the 2,000 years, merithal will become an inert piece of lead.

History & Usage

History

Merithal, up until recently, has been perceived as a danger and a hinderance to the Zirconian mining operations. Mining was considered something you only did if you didn't have a choice. But within the last twenty years, The Council of the Dominion has changed its mind. They wanted to equip their military with the might of merithal. The Domain started to actually mine and refine merithal. From the refining of merithal, they polluted their land and destroyed their own resources. This caused the council to declare war on Jatheador when Jatheador refused to help them. I will go into this recent conflict in another entry.

Discovery

The discovery of merithal can be traced back to the Vulgar Epoch of the Ancient Era. There are tales of the people of what we now call Jatheador fighting a dangerous monster that was described as being made of bulbous metallic structures. This legend I will talk about more in detail in another entry but this metal golem is a symbol of strength for the Kingdom of Jatheador. This symbol is why they are confident they can win against Zirconia in this war. They beat merithal once and so they think they can again.

Manufacturing & Products

The Domian of Zirocnia has yet to produce any armor, shields, or weapons that do not harm the wielder. Many lives have been lost in these experiments, but The Council of the Dominion has been covering it up. However, I have my ways of knowing the atrocities they have committed in the name of progress.

Environmental Impact

The air over Valoros and Zirconia is just dark blue smog. Sometimes the people of Zirconia don't see the sun for weeks at a time. The plants and animals are dying because there isn't enough clean air.

Type

Ore/Mineral

Odor

Smells like the oppressive potential of fear. Like just before a heavy rain.

Color

Grey on the outside and dark blue on the inside.

Boiling / Condensation Point

Magical 2,864 Celsius.

Melting / Freezing Point

Magical 1,209 Celsius.

Common State

Solid