Star-Fold
Properties
Material Characteristics
Greyish metal.
Physical & Chemical Properties
A soft non magnetic metal that seems dull. Lacking in eye-catching appearance.
Compounds
Star-Fold is used sparingly in expensive metal compounds.
Geology & Geography
Non native to the world.
Origin & Source
Only in the infinite blackness does the Star-Fold form.
Life & Expiration
Does not appear to degrade.
History & Usage
History
It is seen that the greatest of artificers make wonders out of folded stars. One could see the legends but the star-fold is prone to bring bad luck to those that speak of it.
Discovery
First seen in the mines of the deepest mountain. The Dwarves were the first to work it and guard the creations jealously.
Cultural Significance and Usage
It is said if one were to be banished from the Khanate the symbols of the forsaken are engraved into the skin.
Refinement
After burning a forge white one may start to work the metal into a form more pleasing to the wielder.
Hazards
The heat used to shape the metal can kill easily.
Distribution
Trade & Market
An exotic dealer or a very affluent smith may hold perhaps a few grams of the stuff.
Storage
Due to the nature of the metal no specific storage needs are required.
Law & Regulation
In Dangelous before the fall the metal wasn't trusted and was forbidden. In the Empire, Vilgefortz and Bertholf the trade is highly regulated needing approval from a magistrate, bishop or knight-captain respectively.
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Type
Metal
Value
Hard to mark done but never cheap.
Rarity
Extremely hard to aquire.
Odor
Like a dull rock melting.
Taste
Like burnt dirt.
Color
A simple Grey
Boiling / Condensation Point
Will not condense or boil.
Melting / Freezing Point
3000 degrees celcius.
Common State
Solid
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