Orichalcum ore

Properties

Material Characteristics

It is a shiny dark grey material, with hints of emerald green.

Geology & Geography

This ore is quite rare, and can only be found in the mountains and mines near Azgrimmar.

History & Usage

Discovery

The orichalcum ore was discovered by the orcs mining the mountains near Azgrimmar. As far as anyone know, this is the only place in Elementiz the ore can be found. It is a strong and resillient ore witch make an even finer metal. Because of this it is the favored metal used by the orcs of Azgrimmar.

Everyday use

It is mostly used making orchish arms and armor, but it can be quite decorative, so the orcs also use it for other tools and to decorate their buildnings.

Cultural Significance and Usage

The use of orichalcum has become a part of the orchish culture in Elementiz. The first thing you will think of when seeing something made out of this ore, is that it once belonged and got made by an orc. Because of this, using weapons, armor or tools made out of this metal is frowned upon in The Gondolian Kingdom

Type

Ore/Mineral