Dragon Scales

Properties

Material Characteristics

Dragon scales are shiny and almost pearlescent. They're smooth to the touch and solid, with a similar feel to metal.

Geology & Geography

Dragons are found in many parts of Deseran, but most commonly in Teraco and Virilia.

Origin & Source

Dragons shed their scales every so often, leaving them behind for humans to make use of.

History & Usage

Everyday use

Dragon scales are largely used in the manufacture of shimmery thread for textiles, but they've also been used in contexts where one might use a metal, such as for making mirrors, nails, jewelry, etc.

Refinement

Scales must be cleaned before use, to remove any residual dragon skin.

Distribution

Trade & Market

Virilia is the primary seller of dragon scale and the products made from it. Dragon scale thread is a common product in Virilia, with its silver variety used for mourning dress and wedding gowns and sold as a luxury for other parts of the world where it has less cultural significance. Colored dragon scale is cheaper, more plentiful, and more frequently sold overseas.

Type

Organic

Color

Various; green, purple, and red are most common, but dragon scales are found in just about every color.

Boiling / Condensation Point

4090 K

Melting / Freezing Point

2040 K

Common State

Solid

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