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'''Lightning glass''' is a material created by [[Haltamti|Haltamtan]] mages by instantaneously transmuting sand to magically strengthened glass. Though tricky to work with, this material is stronger than steel and much lighter. Lightning glass is particularly prized in the construction of arms and armor used by many of Haltamti's elite guards.  
'''Lightning glass''' is a material created by [[Amshan|Amshani]] mages by instantaneously transmuting sand to magically strengthened glass. Though tricky to work with, this material is stronger than steel and much lighter. Lightning glass is particularly prized in the construction of arms and armor used by many of Amshan's elite royal guards.  


While some lightning glass is carried east and west from Haltamti along the [[Golden Path]], it sees little use in other regions. Haltamtan smiths are mastered how to shape lightning glass but knowledge of the practice has not spread widely.
While much lightning glass is carried west from Amshan as a trade good along the [[Golden Path]], it is usually traded in the form of worked items. Amshani smiths are mastered how to shape the substance but knowledge of their techniques has not spread widely.


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Latest revision as of 01:43, 16 December 2023

Lightning glass is a material created by Amshani mages by instantaneously transmuting sand to magically strengthened glass. Though tricky to work with, this material is stronger than steel and much lighter. Lightning glass is particularly prized in the construction of arms and armor used by many of Amshan's elite royal guards.

While much lightning glass is carried west from Amshan as a trade good along the Golden Path, it is usually traded in the form of worked items. Amshani smiths are mastered how to shape the substance but knowledge of their techniques has not spread widely.