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{{Info materials
{{Info materials
|image = noimg.png
|officialname = Iron
|officialname = Blacksteel
|nicknames = Night [[Iron]], Ero-[[Steel]]
|nicknames = Night Iron, Ailor-Metal
|category = Iron Family Metallurgy
|proficiency = 20 Metallurgy Arts
|origin = [[Eronidas]]
|origin = Smiths in the [[City of Regalia]]
|uses = Weapons, Armor
|uses = Weapons, Tools, Armor
|rarity = Rare
|rarity = Uncommon
|accessibility = Middle and Upper Classes
|accessibility = Commoner
|}}
|}}
Blacksteel is a sophisticated alloy of [[Steel]] and recast [[Black Iron]] together created by [[Regalian]] smiths based on ideas present in the [[Orcish]] forged metal of [[Black Iron]]. Instead of their more haphazard and sloppy forging, Blacksteel is made through the continuous, slow application of a small amount of refined [[Black Iron]] to Steel being smelted and folded. The material is commonly used in weapons, both by the lower class and the upper class, due to its superior nature to Steel. Given the time and care that goes into edged Blacksteel weapons, many warriors and nobility who carry the metal form something of a bond with their weapons, so often do they need to repair and upkeep them. Blacksteel sits below Skysteel in overall value and effectiveness, with its benefits putting it in a similar category to the Dwarven [[Metalitra]] and the Altalarrin [[Nightsilver]]. Blacksteel is used in all sorts of weapons and armor and its versatility makes it ideal for the Ailor people.
Blacksteel is a sophisticated alloy of [[Steel]] created by ancient [[Eronidas]] smiths back in their homeland of [[Guldar]]. Soon after the arrival of the Eronidas to wider [[Aloria]] following their exodus, the metal rapidly grew in notoriety and is now highly sought after by skilled warriors seeking to make a visual statement. The material is commonly used in weapons and armor because of this fact, and both are often heavy due to the material's traits upon forging.


==History==
==History==
Blacksteel is a recent development in [[Aloria]], developed within the last 30 years by smiths in the [[Regalian Empire’s]] capital city. 30 years ago marks the point when Orcs first started reaching [[Regalia]] in large numbers, largely thanks to the new alliance between them and the Regalian Empire. Witnessing Orcish techniques in smithing, Regalian forges sought to refine it, to produce a darkened alloy without the impurities they knew weakened and ultimately made Black Iron somewhat limited in use. So it came to pass that several smiths simultaneously developed and refined ideas on the creation of such an alloy, meaning that no single blacksmith can be credited with creating Blacksteel. One group can, however, be pointed out with popularizing the metal: [[House Anahera]]. The material’s sleek black look piqued their interest and they took to giving swords made from the metal to their guards and some of their members also dueled with similar blades. Other nobles soon followed suit and while House Anahera itself soon abandoned the fad interest with such weapons, nobles today still make use of Blacksteel blades and occasionally armor. Commoners also make use of the metal, but in more simple objects like mallets and hammers, with a few fortunate families holding onto Blacksteel weapons as family heirlooms. The upper nobility tend to persue Skysteel and foreign metals to house in their treasuries, but Blacksteel is the more desired metal for its usability and value.
Blacksteel was created millennia ago, its creation attributed to half a dozen smiths of ancient legend, during the era of city states warring with one another on Guldar. Some claim intervention from the Dragons, other suggest it was formed at the request of the [[Last City of the Living]], but it is clear that knowledge of Blacksteel was disseminated quickly. The Eronidas came to use it in many objects, giving the majority of such items to their best warriors and gladiators rather than the common class of warrior rallied from the population of a city. Blacksteel remained with the Eronidas during the [[Eronidas Exodus]], but due to its weight, the craft of how to make it was preserved though large quantities were not kept aboard the ships of the different fleets. When the Eronidas washed ashore across several regions, only the Eronidas in [[Southwynd]] largely lost access to Blacksteel due to a lack of proper materials, instead creating the material [[Blackiron]] to replace it. But, everywhere else, Blacksteel remained dominant in the Eronidas arsenal, and drew attention over time from outside parties. Today, Blacksteel sees use in the weapons and armor of warriors across Aloria, its near-black coloration a formidable, sleek, and often menacing addition to any person’s arsenal.


==Characteristics==
==Characteristics==
===Appearance===
===Appearance===
Blacksteel has a simple appearance, that being the appearance of a shining, black-colored Steel. It is rarely reflective without vigorous polishing, but when upkept the weapons carry a smooth, dark appearance.  
Blacksteel is an alloy of normal [[Steel]], created through the use of Eronidas forging techniques. The material has an extremely dark grey coloration, bordering black, hence the material’s name. It can also be polished to a sophisticated shine.
===General Uses===
===General Uses===
Blacksteel is commonly used in weapons for both the nobility and the common people. Blacksteel is far more durable than regular steel but does weigh more, making it only truly usable in weapons by those with at least 10 in the relevant Combat Proficiency. Sharpening Blacksteel can only be done with a specially carved whetstone, making it difficult to keep edged black steel weapons in useable shape. For this reason, Blacksteel excels when used in Warhammer, maces, and heavy plate mail armor. Metalitra is still superior when it comes to heavy weapons, but the availability of Blacksteel in comparison makes it far more desirable. Additionally, hammers, mallets, and other blunt pounding tools tend to be used by those commoners who can afford the dark metal. Blacksteel Armor is very expensive and only used by high-end mercenaries or major nobles, but is far more effective than Steel or plate mail. Piercing is downright impossible for Steel weapons, though a strong blunt weapon can dent and even break the armor.  
Blacksteel is commonly used in weapons and armor, as it is far more durable than regular Steel. The material is heavier however and thus often sees use in blunt, heavy weaponry though sophisticated smiths have forged truly legendary blades from the substance. When it is used in armor, it often accentuates or is made to plate only certain parts of the body. The material can grow expensive when existing in large quantities, leaving full Blacksteel suits or arsenals for the nobility or greatest Eronidas warriors of a Pol, while common soldiers or warriors may only afford one or two pieces made using the substance in their lifetime.  


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*Blacksteel piping is a recent development and is largely being used in the construction of dark-toned or gloomy architecture for groups like the Vladno.
*Blacksteel was used to make the blade of the [[Artifact]] [[Liebensrächer]] for Arch Chancellor [[List_of_Regalian_Arch_Chancellors#Cedmir_I_&_Alexander_I_(205-216_AC)|Alexander the Giant]].
*The use of Blacksteel meat mallets were all the rage in the high-end culinary world ten years ago. This fell out of fashion when it was revealed that poorly made mallets would leave scraps of steel in the meat.
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|Writers = HydraLana
|Processors = BillyTheScroofy
|Processors = FireFan96, WaterDruppel, MantaRey
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Latest revision as of 16:50, 11 November 2023

Blacksteel
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Materials
Official Name Iron
Common Nicknames Night Iron, Ero-Steel
Category Iron Family Metallurgy
Origin Eronidas
Uses Weapons, Armor
Rarity Rare
Accessibility Middle and Upper Classes

Blacksteel is a sophisticated alloy of Steel created by ancient Eronidas smiths back in their homeland of Guldar. Soon after the arrival of the Eronidas to wider Aloria following their exodus, the metal rapidly grew in notoriety and is now highly sought after by skilled warriors seeking to make a visual statement. The material is commonly used in weapons and armor because of this fact, and both are often heavy due to the material's traits upon forging.

History

Blacksteel was created millennia ago, its creation attributed to half a dozen smiths of ancient legend, during the era of city states warring with one another on Guldar. Some claim intervention from the Dragons, other suggest it was formed at the request of the Last City of the Living, but it is clear that knowledge of Blacksteel was disseminated quickly. The Eronidas came to use it in many objects, giving the majority of such items to their best warriors and gladiators rather than the common class of warrior rallied from the population of a city. Blacksteel remained with the Eronidas during the Eronidas Exodus, but due to its weight, the craft of how to make it was preserved though large quantities were not kept aboard the ships of the different fleets. When the Eronidas washed ashore across several regions, only the Eronidas in Southwynd largely lost access to Blacksteel due to a lack of proper materials, instead creating the material Blackiron to replace it. But, everywhere else, Blacksteel remained dominant in the Eronidas arsenal, and drew attention over time from outside parties. Today, Blacksteel sees use in the weapons and armor of warriors across Aloria, its near-black coloration a formidable, sleek, and often menacing addition to any person’s arsenal.

Characteristics

Appearance

Blacksteel is an alloy of normal Steel, created through the use of Eronidas forging techniques. The material has an extremely dark grey coloration, bordering black, hence the material’s name. It can also be polished to a sophisticated shine.

General Uses

Blacksteel is commonly used in weapons and armor, as it is far more durable than regular Steel. The material is heavier however and thus often sees use in blunt, heavy weaponry though sophisticated smiths have forged truly legendary blades from the substance. When it is used in armor, it often accentuates or is made to plate only certain parts of the body. The material can grow expensive when existing in large quantities, leaving full Blacksteel suits or arsenals for the nobility or greatest Eronidas warriors of a Pol, while common soldiers or warriors may only afford one or two pieces made using the substance in their lifetime.

Trivia


Accreditation
Writers HydraLana
Processors FireFan96, WaterDruppel, MantaRey
Last Editor HydraLana on 11/11/2023.

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