Othlesti Steel

Othlesti Steel is a black golden metal alloy created by the dwarves of the dwarven fortress known as Othlest Inod. A highly sought after metal in Bataf, it is characterized by a distinctive decorative angular pattern, known as Dwarf Deco, across both blade and armour. Weapons made from Othlesti Steel are reputed to be tough, resistant to shattering, and capable of being honed to a sharp, resilient edge. Armour from Othlesti Steel offers significant protection for the wearer. Made from a combination of magma, iron, gold and coal, weapons and armour of made of Othlesti Steel are 10 times more expensive than its regular counterpart.
== Production ==
The creation of Othlesti Steel is a close guarded secret, known only to a select view dwarves within Othlest Inod. The process itself is a delict and slow one. Even the creation of a mere bar of Othlesti Steel can take over a week. The refinement process starts with the creation of an Othlesti Steel, first the forges are heated with magma drawn from the deepest source of the Stobir volcano. The magma does not only heat up the great forges but is also a vital component in the creation of the steel itself. During the alloying process into steel small amounts of magma are added to create the black steel. However the process isn't done with that, in addition an alloy of Othelsti Steel and gold is made, which is later added as a decorative function. Combining gold with Othlesti Steel removes it brittle properties, thereby being able to create beautifully decorated yet armour without losing its strength.
== Acquirement ==
Only few people pose weapons made out of Othlesti Steel, even fewer own armour made from the marvellous alloy. To acquire weapons or armour made out of such material is as complicated as the process to create the metal itself. First one who wishes to acquire something made out of this metal has to send a personal letter to the smiths of Othlest Inod, stating their name, any ranks and other related business. If accepted the smiths will send a letter of approval back. Note that this has to specifically be a letter, telepathic contact or any other forms of communication are seen as to fast paced, which is an insult to the delicate process. After the letter of acceptance has been approved a lord, lady or whoever needs to make the journey to the Stobir themselves. There they are interviewed, at which the dwarves can at any point decided to cut off the acquirement process. Response time varies, the smiths will sometimes let an interviewee know immediately that they have been declined. There have also been a few instances in which the interviewee had to wait for weeks, on a rare occasions even months. Once fully approved the buyer is required to pay upfront, after payment the specifications of the weapon or armour are discussed and any measurements are taken. Afterwards the buyer is allowed to leave and the creation process starts. Which depending on the product can take months to years to complete.
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