Minerals

**Minerals** are crystallized sources of energy in TWIP. They are often utilized in machinery and weapons, and can even be injected into a person if they so desire.

## Types of Minerals

### **Ivorene (*White*)**

While minerals come in several types, they all originate from the most basic form of Ivorene, a manifestation of pure energy. The environment that this mineral forms in dictates which element type it transforms into. When surrounded by calm and plain surroundings, there are no forces which encourage the alteration of the mineral. Thus, the crystal remains in its purest form.

Since Ivorene is able to provide an excess of energy, it is often used to enhance certain things, whether it be technology or people. When used in an injection, the affected person would experience an amplification in some aspect. For instance, William Byrnes' Ivorene injection heightens the sight in his right eye, exponentially boosting his ability to see the tiniest details.

Ivorene is considered a protective mineral, and its natural opposite is Eminencium.

### **Currantite (*Red*)**

Found in climates of extreme heat, such as deserts and geothermal caves, Currantite is a mineral that has stored the surrounding heat and converted it into dormant fire.

When aggravated, raw Currantite releases its stored fire all at once, so it can be considered the most volatile mineral when naturally found. When treated correctly, such as when being prepared for an injection, the mineral is able to loose fire in a more controlled fashion. Joel Steinberg's injection works like this, as he is able to release controlled bursts of flames, however at the cost of losing body heat, as well. Not only is Currantite's heat powerful, it can also be used to strengthen materials greatly. In the case of certain injections, it can even strengthen parts of one's body to almost superhuman levels.

Currantite is considered a destructive mineral, and its natural opposite is Catalium.

### **Pictite (*Cyan*)**

This mineral originates from colder environments, such as high mountain ranges, where it has contained the lower temperatures of these places.

Its usage comes mostly from the crystal's emission of cold air. The mineral is capable of blasting strong winds, and can be cold enough to form shards of ice. In extreme cases, it is possible to create walls and other obstructions able to withstand significant force. While uncommonly utilized, another use of Pictite is seen in its adaptability. Like the ever changing winds, this mineral can grant some injected the skill to adjust to many different situations. In the case of Burdick Moretti, he was able to conquer his impairment through his injection, that halted, or rather froze, any feeling in his leg, which allowed him to move freely without restraint.

Pictite is considered a protective mineral, and its natural opposite is Apexite.

### **Apexite (*Yellow*)**

One of the more rare types of minerals, Apexite is formed when the pure energy of Ivorene is accelerated substantially, including being struck by lightning or being in close proximity to radiation.

The abundance of energy in Apexite crystals has attracted many to this mineral as an alternate power source. Even one the size of a quarter can fuel several machines, so despite its rarity, the use of Apexite has developed into a cheaper method of producing electricity when compared to others. Its intense energy is also able to manipulate the kinetic energy of atoms, or the speed at which they move, although this takes immense effort to pull off. A notable user of Apexite is Scott Lawson, whose injection makes his body into a literal generator of electricity. This power surges throughout Scott, and can be released, albeit uncontrollably, through sharp limb movements.

Apexite is considered a destructive mineral, and its natural opposite is Pictite.

### **Catalium (*Blue*)**

Commonly sighted along coastlines, as well as deep in oceans, Catalium is a mineral that has conserved the properties of the water around it.

What makes this mineral unique is its ability to release a steady stream of water. This aspect of Catalium makes it a popular choice for fueling hydro-powered technology and machinery. When given the right treatment, water from this mineral can even be purified enough to consume. One more special attribute of Catalium is the capability of "binding" the water that it releases. In other words, the mineral's water becomes extremely adhesive, tethering any present material caught within, as well as denying anything from entering the water. When bound, the water takes on a darker appearance, to the point of being black in color. This feat has been demonstrated by many, including Bridge Terrence, as his injection covers the entirety of his body in bound water, acting much like a protective suit of armor.

Catalium is considered a protective mineral, and its natural opposite is Currantite.

### **Eminencium (*Purple*)**

Known as the rarest mineral type there exists, Eminencium is distinct in that it is the only mineral that cannot be found in one specific environment. It can be found in nearly any location, regardless of its surroundings, thus making it incredibly difficult to pinpoint. Eminencium contains similar properties found in Ivorene, but it has been corrupted through negative energy. While hard to discover naturally, it can be manufactured by forcing the manipulation of the energy present in Ivorene crystals, which is accomplished by exposing the mineral to the corrupt energy of Eminencium.

Eminencium's usefulness comes mainly from its ability to alter energies, and by extension, matter itself. It's even able to transfigure minerals into different kinds by controlling the energies found within them. While this transmutation of materials requires a substantial amount of Eminencium to be present, it is less common to see this mineral used to control the energies found in people. El Guerrero has mastered this technique so well that his injection is able to siphon energy from others, of which he can use to amplify his own abilities.

Eminencium is considered a destructive mineral, and its natural opposite is Ivorene.

### **Vantaine (*Black*)**

A strange phenomenon amongst minerals, Vantaine was created in the explosion that supposedly killed Morrigan Fawles. It is an amalgamation of all six types of minerals, which gives it the ability to manipulate time itself. An inital burst of Ivorene energy amplifies the qualities of the others substances; Catalium binds everything in range to be subject to any changes; Currantite provides the immense power needed to make changes to time; Pictite gives the ability to freeze time in place; Apexite speeds time forward; Eminencium alters time to go backwards.

## Notable Injected

* Karson Fawles - Injected with Ivorene, he is granted the ability to create energized glyphs, which are most commonly used defensively.
* William Byrnes - Injected with Ivorene, the sight in his right eye is greatly enhanced, allowing him to catch even the most minuscule of details. This augment can be activated at will, but overuse can cause painful headaches.
* Joel Steinberg - Injected with Currantite, he is able to unleash bursts of fire from the palm of his hand, although at the cost of losing body heat. He cannot use his injection in extremely cold climates, or when his body heat is too low from exhausting this ability.
* Chet Alden - Injected with Eminencium, he is able to turn his whole body or parts of his body intangible, allowing him to phase through almost any material, but only for a short period of time.
* Jennifer Weghorst - Injected with both Ivorene and Eminencium, she is able to manipulate rifts, closing and opening them at will.
* Scott Lawson - Injected with Apexite, his body constantly produces self-generated electricity. Such power can be discharged when desired, but will burst out violently when too much is stored.

## Weapons Using Minerals

* Mòran Dathan
* Auxyston
 **Ivorene**
* Reinigen
 **Currantite** | * Pyroprostasía
* Severance
 **Catalium** | * Danzaqua
* Lancer/Tarnished Lance
 **Apexite** | * Bliksem
* Volt Bracers
 **Pictite** | * Ijs
* Trédhearcach
* Virtus' Bravery
 **Eminencium** | * Schlecht
* Vidasladrón
* Aithrí