Cemex Silk

Light of weight, soft to the touch, and as durable as stone. Cemex silk is by far what you want my lady. Not only does it provide you the beauty , and comfort of the highest quality gowns, but a hint of protection too. You will be the talk of the whole empire...

Properties

Material Characteristics

Light green and thin as a strain of hair Cemex silk is soft, and delicate to the touch.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Smooth, Soft, Durable, mildly warm to the touch.

Geology & Geography

The silk is mostly found in the Cemex hive cites of Mateba

Origin & Source

The silk comes from a specific genus of Cemex drones. The drones are only found in the deepest part of Cemex hive; nearest to the queen.

History & Usage

History

Once the Cemex became a more stabilized civilization, they used the silk to trade for knowledge and understanding. The decadent Veren and the Artful Vanaran, gave tonnes of books, scrolls, and art work in exchange for the material. However, the Veren allegedly gained some of the silk producing drones during the second Veren-Cemex War.

Everyday use

Outside of Cemex hives the silk is used for the finest of cloths or as a replacement of chain mail in a noble's suit of plate. Recently it has seen use as Skyship sails, because of its fire retardant properties.

Cultural Significance and Usage

In Veren culture to have a piece of apperal made from Cemex silk is the high of fashion and status. Nobles often spend small fortunes trying to quire the textile. The more practical of Veren Nobility utilize it has armor, and often wear it during battle with the most hated of foes.

Distribution

Law & Regulation

In mateba anyone caught smuggling the silk out of country is executed. In veren it is perfectly legal, but the merchant carrying the goods will not want to skimp of guards.

Type

Textile

Color

Light Green