Hizagkuur

Hizagkuur was an extremely rare metal that was derived from mud-like clumps found deep within the Underdark. The method to refine the metal from its naturally-occurring clay-like form was a meticulous process, known to only a select few dwarven craftspeople.

Properties

Material Characteristics

In its natural state, Hizagkuur appeared as a light, greenish-gray flecked ore with flecks of white that had the consistency of clay. Once it was appropriately processed, it appeared as a pale silvery metal, that weighed the same as steel.
When finished, this metal had the astonishing effect of reflecting back electricity as well as any and all magical energy directed at its surface.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Conductive, magic-reflective

Geology & Geography

Underdark

History & Usage

Everyday use

Due to its unique properties, hizagkuur could not be used to craft magical items. It was however, perfect for the forging of vital safeguards, such as vault doors, chest seals and locks or anything else that held items of great importance.

Refinement

The process to refine raw hizagkuur was a complicated and unforgiving process. If a single mistake was made during its creation and forging, it remained as dormant mud. Once the metal was prepared in its molten form, it had to be cast or forged within 24 hours it was rendered inert and was completely useless to a smith.
The entire procedure to refine and forge hizagkuur was a secret held by a small number of master smiths and dwarven elders.

Reusability & Recycling

Only a properly worded wish or limited wish spell could make a botched mass of hizagkuur usable again.

Type

Metal

Color

Green-gray (natural) Silver-gray (refined)

Common State

Solid