Luftwood
Luftwood is a dark-colored, highly buoyant wood. It is found in swampy areas of Wandrei, and due to its strong grain and extremely light weight, it is the most valuable wood in the construction of skyships.
Properties
Physical & Chemical Properties
Extremely light, but just as strong as regular wood.
Geology & Geography
Grows in swampy or marshy land.
History & Usage
Everyday use
Used in boat and particularly in skyship construction.
Hazards
Blights and shambling mounds seem drawn to the same areas that luftwood grows, making harvesting luftwood a cautious endeavor.
Distribution
Trade & Market
Gnomes are constantly in demand of luftwood, to use it for skyship construction; due to its prevalence in the southern swamps, Arkham Country is the main exporter of luftwood, followed by Chondalwood.
Type
Wood
Value
1 mature luftwood tree produces about 500 planks of refined and usable luftwood; 1 luftwood plank weighs about a pound and is worth about 100 GP,
Rarity
Uncommon
Odor
Smells a bit like mud when burned.
Color
Dark brown-grey
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