Valiens Nantaris
Head Admin
Tartarine Crystals
[SIZE=11pt]OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION[/SIZE]
[SIZE=11pt]One of the strange by-products of the Tartarus Incursion was the discovery of some strange crystals on the Ring World. These crystals appeared to be naturally occurring and were formed by the interaction of high Force concentrations with Nether energy leakage. The result were crystals which glowed in the presence of the Force.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=11pt]Many of those escaping from Tartarus were able to pick up some samples of these crystals, but the rest were unfortunately lost when the star enclosed within the Dyston sphere went nova and eradicated the Ring World.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=11pt]These crystals are of great use to Non-Force and Force users alike for their ability to be the ‘canary in the coal mine’ and detect Force energy. The higher the concentration, the brighter the crystals glow, becoming like a mini sun in a powerful nexus. This cannot be used to detect the strength of a Force user unless they use their powers. It also cannot detect a Force user concealing their presence or abilities.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=11pt]The crystals themselves are usually 5-10cm long, resistant to energy or elemental attacks, but very vulnerable to blunt force or sonic damage. Shattered crystals continue to glow until vaporised.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=11pt]OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Intent:[/SIZE][SIZE=11pt] To create a material to be available only for Incursion rewards for those getting rewards. This material has some special and unique properties which are neither overpowering or immersion breaking.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Image Source: [/SIZE][SIZE=11pt]Here. Unknown artist.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Restricted Missions:[/SIZE][SIZE=11pt] N/A[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Primary Source: [/SIZE][SIZE=11pt]N/A[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Name: [/SIZE][SIZE=11pt]Tartarine Crystals[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Manufacturer: [/SIZE][SIZE=11pt]Only found at Tartarus.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Homeworld (optional):[/SIZE][SIZE=11pt] Naturally occurring only on Tartarus[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Production[/SIZE][SIZE=11pt]: May only be used for Unique [/SIZE]technology subs by rewarded characters.
- [SIZE=11pt]Affiliation:[/SIZE][SIZE=11pt] Event winning characters only.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Modularity:[/SIZE][SIZE=11pt] N/A[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Material: [/SIZE][SIZE=11pt]Crystal[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Classification: [/SIZE][SIZE=11pt]Crystal[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Weight: [/SIZE][SIZE=11pt]Very light.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Resistances:[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Blasters: [/SIZE][SIZE=11pt]High[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Kinetic:[/SIZE][SIZE=11pt] Very Low[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Lightsabers: [/SIZE][SIZE=11pt]Average[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Other:[/SIZE]
[SIZE=11pt]Sonic: Low[/SIZE] - [SIZE=11pt]EMP/Ion: No effective resistance[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Elemental: Extreme (heat, electrical and cold)[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Color: [/SIZE][SIZE=11pt]Variety of colours, usually slightly opaque white/grey/blue.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Found only in the Tartarus system, now the only examples are those picked up by certain people during the Incursion crisis.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Glows in the presence of background Force energy, getting brighter the stronger the energy is. In a strong nexus or by a powerful Alchemical item it will glow bright enough to illuminate a room.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]The glowing does not differentiate between Dark or Light energies, it merely tells one the Force is presence.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Cannot be used to detect if a person is Force sensitive unless they are overtly using the Force. Hiding one’s signature/powers prevents this as well.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Lightweight[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Physically very weak to kinetic or sonic damage as it tends to shatter. Resists energy or lightsabres somewhat.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Glows. In the presence of stronger than average Force energy, Tartarine Crystals glows, the brightness corresponding to the strength of the energy. This is a great way for Non-Force and Force users alike to detect Nexuses and areas of high concentration.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Dissipation. Tartarine Crystals are able to resist strikes from lightsabres and blaster bolts as well as intense fire, cold and electricity.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Shatter. The crystals can be easily shattered by kinetic impact such as by a hammer. Further, sonic resonance can shatter the crystals as well.[/SIZE]
- [SIZE=11pt]Hidden. Tartarine Crystals cannot be used to detect Force users directly unless they have overtly used the Force to affect their environment. Those hiding their Force signatures or concealing their powers cannot be detected. It also cannot be used on those hiding themselves with the Force from sight.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=11pt]One of the strange by-products of the Tartarus Incursion was the discovery of some strange crystals on the Ring World. These crystals appeared to be naturally occurring and were formed by the interaction of high Force concentrations with Nether energy leakage. The result were crystals which glowed in the presence of the Force.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=11pt]Many of those escaping from Tartarus were able to pick up some samples of these crystals, but the rest were unfortunately lost when the star enclosed within the Dyston sphere went nova and eradicated the Ring World.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=11pt]These crystals are of great use to Non-Force and Force users alike for their ability to be the ‘canary in the coal mine’ and detect Force energy. The higher the concentration, the brighter the crystals glow, becoming like a mini sun in a powerful nexus. This cannot be used to detect the strength of a Force user unless they use their powers. It also cannot detect a Force user concealing their presence or abilities.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=11pt]The crystals themselves are usually 5-10cm long, resistant to energy or elemental attacks, but very vulnerable to blunt force or sonic damage. Shattered crystals continue to glow until vaporised.[/SIZE]