Durhang

Durhang was an opiate. The term came from the Seven Cities (Bisbrha and Debrahl) language.Deadhouse Gates, Glossary, UK MMPB p.936
The hashish-like drug was smoked or consumed in tea. It was stored in a form described as a black button.Deadhouse Gates, Chapter 3, US HC p.84Deadhouse Gates, Chapter 6, US HC p.140 It caused a user to experience diminished capabilities, chronic ennui, and ravenous hunger. During the day users existed in a numb, dreamlike state while at night they could not achieve the deep and restful sleep required for good health.The Lees of Laughter's End, Sections 4 and 6 Durhang smoke could be enhanced with flavouring, such as wine.
Durhang was used by the priestesses of the Queen of Dreams in their holy rituals.The Bonehunters, Chapter 7, US SFBC p.272 Other more grisly rituals used durhang oil to prepare their sacrificial victims by leaving them insensate with their eyes like black pearls.The Bonehunters, Chapter 7, US SFBC p.353-354
==Notable Users==
* Emancipor ReeseThe Lees of Laughter's End, Section 4
* Felisin ParanDeadhouse Gates, Chapter 3, US HC p.84
* Grisp FalauntToll the Hounds, Chapter 21
* LeomanHouse of Chains, Chapter 7
* PearlThe Bonehunters, Chapter 7, US SFBC p.273
* ScillaraThe Bonehunters, Chapter 2
==Trivia==
When asked if durhang was the Malazan equivalent to marijuana, Steven Erikson agreed it was.Novellas (and more) with Steven Erikson - Smiley's Podcast - See 26:25
==Notes and references==
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