Steel

Steel is the default metal used for weapons and armor. Ammunition, such as arrows and crossbows, may use cheaper iron. Steel is Iron ore with unwanted impurities removed and other impurities introduced. These impurities strengthen Iron, making it far more resilient. Steel comes in many types. The steel for each weapon is assumed to be an appropriate type for that weapon.Steel items have a hardness of 10 and 30 hp/inch. 
See Breaking Items for further information.

Properties

Material Characteristics

A shiny metallic color that gleams when properly maintained. While more expensive than Iron it is still widely used.

Compounds

Purified Iron

History & Usage

Everyday use

Weapons and armor

Distribution

Trade & Market

While it is easiest to purchase in larger cities steel equipment can be found to some degree almost anywhere.

Type

Metal

Color

Metallic grey