Black Silver
Properties
Physical & Chemical Properties
This material acts very much like silver in many ways. It is hard, smooth, and cool to the touch, with a sleek and polished looking shine to it. However, it is
History & Usage
History
When black silver was first discovered it was thought to be just a uniquely colored metal. However, in the Age of Brutality, when magicians and sorcerers began to discover it was possible to store magical energy of different types in objects, they began to experiment with black silver. This caused a huge rush for the metal, when it’s magical properties were discovered, and because of this many cities and lords prohibited the use or own age of black silver and stored it away for special purposes only.
Discovery
Black silver was first discovered during the Age of Brutality, when the dwarves were mining more and more into the mountains in search of ore and metals for the building of armor and cities. It was discovered first in the Snow-top Mountains and in caves along the shores of the Carst, then later in the Oblivion Mountains.
Everyday use
This material is not commonly in use.
Cultural Significance and Usage
Black silver was used in many ways by sorcerers and wizards when it’s power was first made clear. Many of these included demonic or evil purposes and rituals, giving black silver a commonly evil aura.
Distribution
Trade & Market
Very few people outside of specially hired tradesmen sell this material due to governmental prohibition. However, whenever a new ore is found, people tend to rush to the spot and sell it away as quick as possible, and it is possible to occasionally find a wondering trader with a small quantity he is willing to sell.
Storage
This material is simply but securely stored; commonly wrapped in soft cloths and stored in a strong chest or safe.
Law & Regulation
Black Silver, being a highly valued and very useful material is prohibited by many cities and laws. It is classified as being for strictly military and royal purposes only because of its strong magical capabilities. If a collection of black silver is found in someone’s possession, it is quickly taken and stored in a strong vault, and he is questioned as to his purpose and reason for having it.
Value
21 Brenn to each square inch
Rarity
Extremely rare
Color
Cole black, with a sleek shine.
Melting / Freezing Point
Melts at 1765 degrees Fahrenheit.
Common State
Solid
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