Fireproof acorn

Properties

Compounds

While under a steady and very close source of high heat such as molten motes or eternal fire, the acorn's will produce a compoundbud that absorb the flammability of said flame, but keep its usual structure and growth. With time, it will become a fire-vine trap, which is prized by farmers and sanitazion services of town.

Geology & Geography

Fireproof acorns are numerous but only in very specific parts of the world, which makes it , in retrospect, a rare item. Bloodroot Marsh is a place to find some, as the flora adapted itself to the nearby volcano fumes.

Origin & Source

The first fireproof acorns originated from wooden areas and swamps nearby volcanos , which adapted to their harsh environment.

History & Usage

Everyday use

The fireproof acorn are a common component for The Ashen Cycle as it allows them to create a unique kind of trap for pests and reduce infestations by vermin in regions where humanoids are present. With a magical process, those acorn will germinate and produce in some days fire-trap vines, which will attack small vermins, choke them to death and burn the remains while consuming the dead creature, leaving no extra source of sickness to be spread around.

Hazards

Farmers who can get a hand on those infused acorns from an ashen druid will be able to clean their crops and settlement quick, as long as they stay weary of possible burnings which could occur. it is thus recommended to have the watch of a druid during the infestation cleaning process to avoid any unwanted hazards.
it is also recommend to avoid letting the vines to move near lands where they could survive winter, such as deep caves, for if a fire-trap vine is left unchecked, it may become a Bonfire Snake.

Distribution

Trade & Market

The The Ashen Cycle sells them, but usually as compounds for the fire-vines traps. They remains however available for sale for enchanters and magicians as materials for magic.

Odor

ash

Taste

smoky flavor overwhelmed by heat, unfit for consumption

Color

Grey

Common State

Solid