Wraithquartz

Fantasy mineral · rare · SiO₂ (altered)

Wraithquartz

Trigonal quartz altered in sites of mass violent death and in Shadowfell hydrothermal veins. Remains measurably colder than ambient temperature. Shadowy silhouettes are visible within the crystal matrix under direct light.

Identity

Formula
SiO₂ (altered)
Chemical class
silicate

Crystallography

Crystal system
trigonal
Habits
prismatic, massive

Physical properties

Mohs hardness
7
Density
2.65 g/cm³
Luster
vitreous
Colors
smoky white, pale gray, translucent gray
Streak
white
Transparency
transparent, translucent

Geology

Origins
planar, hydrothermal
Geography
Shadowfell quartz veins, sites of mass violent death

Classification

Rarity
rare
Gem quality
Yes

Arcane properties

Affinity
death, shadow
Effects
necromancy, scrying, warding
Planar origin
Shadowfell

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