Adamantine is a metal alloy used extensively throughout Esperanto and its territories in Hanaq. It serves as the primary alternative to steel, which causes allergic reactions in fairy populations.
Properties
Adamantine possesses several unique characteristics that make it invaluable for industrial and magical applications:
Strengths
- Lightweight yet strong, comparable to steel
- Higher tensile strength than steel
- Naturally resistant to corrosion and rust
- Holds a sharp edge for extended periods
- More ductile than steel, allowing for greater flexibility in construction
- Efficiently conducts magical energy
- Non-allergenic to fairies
Weaknesses
- Slightly lower compressive strength compared to steel
- Poor heat conductor
- Distinctive sheen that can make camouflage difficult
- Vulnerable to certain magical or alchemical attacks
- Requires specialized tools and techniques for working and repair
- Non-lethal
Production
Adamantine is created through a complex process involving Ichor, a purple, oil-like substance mined from the earth. The exact method of production is a closely guarded secret of Esperanto metallurgists and alchemists.