Copper Trumpet

Copper Trumpet

### Source

Areas of medium light and a fertile mineral rich soil; Commonly found near metal veins in higher quantities.

*"I previously thought, as did most in my profession, that the Copper Trumpet was as useful an herb as a dull lawyer was a retainer; Not. After an accident, however, the Copper Trumpet was reduced down to a fine liquid and forgotten. The powder, weeks later, showed some sign of reacting with other materials in my lab... I have, since then, continued to study with this new preparation technique for further experimentation." -Hrith the Seeker*

## Description

This metallic colored Convolvulaceae is similar to Morning Glories. The creeping Copper Trumpet is a vine that often grows tightly together, drawing small particulates from the soil and into the plant. It's known for taking in metals, thus giving it the metallic shimmer.

The conical flower is shaped like its namesake and they tend to grow in fairly straight lines of four to eight blooms, creating the image of a trumpet line in an official proceeding. Because of this, landscapers covet the orange hued perennial.

## Alchemy

Discovered by Hrith the Seeker, Copper Trumpet was originally thought useless. With proper preparation, this flower can be used to make a potent oil that can be used to reinforce metals. The lightly mana infused coating can make even metals such as tin or aluminum quite durable.

Heavy infusions of the powder can also be used to have a similar effect on living beings, though long term use is ill-advised as it will stain the skin, eyes, and hair a copper tone. It is unknown if there are other side effects from this kind of use.

As a reactant, Copper Trump is a potent drug that influences the imbiber's personality. It bolsters their sense of identity and can increase traits such as narcissism and stubbornness, so practitioners are recommended to be quite careful with doses.

When made into a paste by itself, Copper Trumpet makes a firm scab-like seal over wounds helping stem blood loss in grievous wounds. It can make a wonderful addition to a first-aid kit.

It should be noted that a special concoction of powdered Copper Trumpet, dried Mylot's Grace leaves, and paste derived from the root of Barlin's Rope has a peculiar ability to increase one's durability. The effects last one day and the temporary HP becomes an increase to Max HP. (For a total of 10 Max HP for the day)

## Habit

Copper Trumpet blooms only at the height of the summer day and is exceptionally fragrant. It works with primarily small bees and hummingbirds to spread its pollen.

Its roots are small and many. It latches onto basically anything in the area and develops a strong reinforced network that can be difficult to cut even with metal tools.

## Cultivation

Copper Trumpet is often coveted by landscapers due to its propensity to develop rows of four to eight flowers. The rows, being straight and quite similar to the musicians at some processions, make a good accent in many places. Such gardeners are quite careful to watch their prizes, though, as this makes for a good target for thieves.

## Culinary

Copper Trumpet is widely used as a prank ingredient for aspiring chefs and cooks. Its strong metallic taste isn't complimented very well by its rancid bitterness. It's largely considered repulsive and can actually induce vomiting.

## History

Copper Trumpet has been used in fashionable gardens for many centuries. For the longest time it was thought to be without any alchemical uses. In the year [Placeholder for 12 years ago] Hrith the Seeker discovered that if one is to powder it and treat it with salt it brings its alchemical properties for use.