All that Makes

What you once knew

What you once knew is gone. All that you are familiar with is tarnished, thrown away, abandoned. Before you even so much as glance at the Metals, you must remember that you are in an unfamiliar place. It is of the utmost importance that you open your mind and clear your preconceptions before venturing into a fundamental part of this world.

Do not be alarmed, there are similarities hidden within each of the metals. Each one strikes an unfamiliar note while consecutively maintaining an undertone of familiarity. You are not to use any metal except what is listed.

These are all that exist.

If you have something you once treasured, you will find it in here -- no doubt. It is hidden in the words, hidden in the meanings, hidden in the explanations.

[A side note: please feel free to come to Silas if/when you have any questions about these metals. There will be a Master-Student type Rp to explain 'All that Makes' in simple prose. As a bonus, the Master might also reveal some hidden secrets about the metals. [= Look forward to it! In the meantime, I will be coming to each one of you personally to answer any questions. ~Silas~]

Dr. Castel Monteux

To this day, nobody is entirely sure what was going on in the mind of this scientist. His early life was marked by isolation and abandonment. Contrary to what many believe, Dr. Monteux indeed had loving parents. However, it was his side of adoration that was missing. They frequently worried about his well-being and did everything they could to comfort him and include themselves in his life -- he would not allow it.

Never formally educated, Dr. Castel Monteux was nothing short of a genius in his own right. Every bit of his research was done independently until his later years, when he was given an honorary degree after an esteemed noble happened upon one of his papers. The minute the noble had finished reading the paper, titled "Energy Distributions and Amalgamations," a frantic search began to find the secluded Castel.

Found in a mountainous cave somewhere not remembered, Dr. Monteux did not resist as he was forced into the spotlight; this 'famousness' in the scientific and popular community would grant him access to the more collectable matters of this world.

Not much is known about his personal life. It appeared to his fellow scientists that he would seemingly disappear after the workday. He never once took on a pupil, and it is not known to this day, if he fathered a family.

Energy

As has been stated, you are walking into an entirely different world when considering the metals. In "Energy Distributions and Amalgamations," Dr. Monteux describes three distinct types of reactions that can occur with the metals: Oxygen, Hydrogen, and Carbon.

It must be remembered, these are not actual energy types; ‘energy’ is a synonym for reaction types.

Dr. Monteux begins with a statement: "There is a special interrelationship between the characteristics of metals, energy, and the mind."

The energy types are meant to be more so of a reference for when you actually read the metals. Their purpose, as Dr. Monteux specifically stated, was not to intrigue, but to guide.

[However, if you have questions regarding any of the energy types, please talk to Silas. :D ]

Oxygen Type

All that relates to Oxygen, be it chemical and/or metaphysical. They are as shown to the right.

Hydrogen Type

All that relates to Hydrogen, be it chemical and/or metaphysical. They are as shown to the right.

Carbon Type

All that relates to Carbon, be it chemical and/or metaphysical. They are as shown to the right.

Metal Tiers

Theoretical

These metals are given this name for a reason; they do not exist. Dr. Castel Monteux first acknowledged the possibility that these metals were the 'origin' of All that Makes. Ridiculed by skeptics of his time, the theoretical metals, to this day, remain more of a fantasy than a reality. Dr. Castel Monteux was also known for founding the Monteux tier system: Ranking the metals not only by their difficult usage, but also by their rarity. Of course, some of these metals were not fabricated and/or discovered by the time of his death; however, the Monteux Tier system is still revered by the most revered researchers in the modern day.

Cardinal

During the life of Dr. Castel Monteux little was known about the Cardinal metals; their extraordinary rarity and prowess was outmatched only by their seemingly endless ability to defy all that seemed logical with every turn. The common trend among Cardinal Metals, Dr. Monteux noticed after significant research, is their innate ability to work together and/or against the other metals. Not much is known about them, and definitive properties can be listed as of yet, but by his death after 75 years of life, Dr. Monteux pinpointed a name for each metal. To this day, modern scientists are baffled by his knighting of these metals – but the names stuck. With every turn, with new discoveries, it appears that the name seems to latch itself tighter and tighter around the Cardinal Metals. [A side note: If you happen to be curious about the Cardinal metals, talk to Silas! If he deems you worthy, he might just let you use them. You're always welcome to know about them though. Their descriptions are specifically not posted -- Dr. Monteux didn't want it that way.]

Laudable

“Sought after.” A simple phrase describes these metals' attributes to the letter and, none-the-less, their history. Reserved for kings, nobles, and warriors, these metals are the most plentiful of all the tiers. Dr. Castel Monteux, the most notable scientist of his era, had complete access to these metals. He took it upon himself to specifically not record their uses. “Their uses seem endless, those who are worthy will know – I won’t spoil them for the general public. I do not wish to tarnish their luster.” He constantly reminded pupils and fellow scientists who were working on this project to not record the Laudable uses. “The uses vastly outweigh the descriptions of these metals. And that’s [as] it should be.” Dr. Monteux reiterated, standing behind a lavish podium during a press release at the unveiling of the Monteux tier system to the world. While many of the Laudable Metals are available for use by the general public, it is an extraordinary sight to see them on the streets – they are hardly used for fabrication, and even less for frivolous applications.

Exceptional

Characterized by high utility in an urban environment, the Exceptional Metals are primarily present in industrial factories. Dr. Castel Monteux also noted during his research on these metals, that they share excellent innate strength. He was famously quoted as saying, “Their uses rest more on the surface than down below in deep meaning.” The Exceptional Metals are to be taken at face value, rather than looked at from below in search for hidden meanings; doing so can cause dire consequences from the user. Common Laborers are probably the most familiar with these metals, as they constantly lay hands on them when manufacturing heavy equipment. Their most common application is in ‘general defense’ armor sets across most city-states. Exceptional metals can in some instance be rare, but they are seen throughout the world on a regular basis. Dr. Monteux described them as “the most common of the least common.”

Practical

This group of metals is by far the most useful for building infrastructure. They are generally very sturdy. However, all of the practical metals maintain an ability to be molded into an almost infinitesimal amount of shapes and sizes. Their importance is not to be undermined, as they are present in almost every situation. “I dare you to find an urbanized area where one isn’t.” – Dr. Castel Monteux

Common

Sheer abundance. “Just look around you, you’ll find one – I guarantee.” – Dr. Castel Monteux

Monteux Tier System

Dr. Castel Monteux's greatest work -- or possibly his only work.

The charts are organized as such:

1. If Two or More metals transition to the same metal in the tier above, they have to be bonded in order to produce the metal linked to both of them.

2. If a single metal is directly linked to the metal in the tier above, the metal below has to be physically altered in order to artificially produce the metal above.

That means that any metal in between a chain-metal system does not exist naturally; they must be artifically created. Only the metals on the top and bottom of the chain exist naturally. However, this does not mean they are not abundant. Decades of producing metals for countelss uses have made some of them appear as if they occur, indeed, naturally -- they do not.

A famous example to put this principle into perspective would be the Uhi-Rust chain system: Tar and Mat do not naturally exist, while Uhi and Rust can be produced in a natural setting. Another example is found with Gold and Copper: They, in fact, both exist naturally because Copper is on the bottom, and Gold is on the top; however, it is also possible to artificially produce Gold from Copper.

[It is a GREAT help to take the time to glance at the Carmot Chart while you are reading this and/or if you have any questions.]

Carmot Metals

Carmot metals are the most practical of the metals. They appeal to the stereotypical sense of that word as many of them are solid and metallic. "They are as they should be." - Dr. Castel Monteux

Theoretical

Carmot

Cannot be Broken.

Cardinal

Lythen	The "Shield" metal.
Org	The "Sword" metal.

Laudable

Fath [RU: 4.4]	Metallic black, doesn’t bond very easily, drastically decreases the decay rate of most [if not all] that comes into contact with this metal.
Rust [RU: 18.48]	Rust takes on the qualities of its name; it almost instantly oxidizes. Like blood, it is originally a royal blue luminescent color, but once it touches the atmosphere it immediately turns into a rusty-maroon hue. The nature of this metal, however, cannot be overlooked because of its short life; Rust has an extraordinary, if not the most extraordinary, defensive capability. It not only electromagnetically repulses almost anything it comes into contact with, but Rust is also ultra-dense. It is said that Rust may, in fact, be one of the most dense metals that exist. As a result of the magnetic repulsion and the immense durability of this metal, it can withstand almost anything that comes into contact with it. The trade off, of course, is its lifespan. Rust can only be used once, and is usually contained until it becomes necessary to use such a metal. The process to make Rust is also excruciating, and thusly, very expensive and rare. The most experienced of Alchemists will have to not only pressurize Mat, but also heat it to an almost impossible degree. Rust is most commonly found naturally sealed within a raw Mat crystal. However, only recently, with the development of Hafli ovens, such heat can be produced artificially in a sealed environment. Therefore there are few, if any, production companies that can actually manufacture Rust. It is the luck of the wielder that finds it; it is the skill of the wielder that effectively uses it.
Byro [RU: 3.96]	Byro is known affectionately as the 'Romantics Metal.' Having a naturally clear and lustrous glare in its classical state, Byro has gained notoriety and almost mined to extinction. It is now only accessible to the rich and famous. Unfortunately, Byro is not much more than a sight to behold as it is very brittle. Byro cannot withstand an enormous amount of shock force without shattering. Being extremely delicate, Byro is usually made into garments of clothing, as it can withstand the causal bumps and shakes of everyday life, but not much more. Byro also is known as the 'sealing metal' in that it has an extraordinary innate ability to seal any liquid or gaseous substance for almost an eternity. Dr. Castel Monteux famously said: "Only for the royal, and that is how it should be."
Gungir [RU: 12.9]	The sharpest of the metals. A mere ‘tap’ will sharpen this metal to a point. A pure Gungir crystal begins as a luminescent crimson hue, but the more a smith chizzes away at Gungir; the more it is used; the more it is sharpened; the more Gungir loses its luster. A completely useless Gungir crystal can be seen as a dull green color. It’s extremely rare to find a useless crystal considering it takes thousands of years to chip Gungir completely dull. In fact, most users hardly know that they are gradually dulling Gungir due to its immense endurance. The common man can go about his entire lifetime without so much as a glance at Gungir in any form, because of Gungir’s lack of appearance in cities, caves, and household appliances. It is considered a 'higher toned' metal, frequently used in the military for advanced weaponry. In noble households Gungir is sometimes used to show the family wealth, occasionally used for a family emblem, a well-placed Gungir crystal can also add a bit of style.
Hafli [RU: 10.75(C)/ 5.95(O)/ 10.28(H)	An excellent holder of energy, Hafli has many practical and weaponry uses. Hafli, being a slightly rare metal, was not all that commonly used until recently when scientists figured that Hafli can be manufactured by bonding Farlet and Leaf-Fael in a high-pressure vacuum. The Leaf-Fael duality of hard/durable and brittle/soft, makes it a perfect vector for Farlet’s extremely slow half-life. Hafli, in addition to the combination of these previous traits, also gains the ability to hold in energy for long periods of time when made. Initially, however, Hafli is a relatively calm metal. It does not take on any alternate looks, nor does it oxidize. Onyx in color, Hafli looks like an ordinary piece of earth at first glace. And other than its single extraordinary ability, Hafli essentially behaves as a normal rock would, breaking easily and not very dense. But once you begin to house energy inside this metal, it begins to take on a much more heroic light. Hafli’s natural molecular structure physically changes based on what type of energy is being housed inside of it in order that it does not shatter. There is, of course, a limit to how much energy is possible to store inside of this structure. To put it into perspective, it’s about three quarters of the volts in a single bolt of lightning. A pseudonym for this metal is “the chameleon” because it not only changes durability based on what type of energy is put into it, but also color and, occasionally, shape. Military personnel use Hafli as bombs, because it becomes surprisingly brittle, with a dark green color when oxygen-type energy is instilled. On the opposite end of the spectrum, it is commonly used for royal lighting, because it morphs into a brilliant Byro-like structure and becomes exponentially more durable when hydrogen type energy is instilled inside this chameleon. Carbon type energy, being the energy of force and earth, is analogous to power. In order for Hafli not to break when met with Carbon type energy, it rearranges itself into a pseudo-liquid. Kin to the consistency of custard, Hafli, when met with Carbon type energy, provides an extraordinary defense of shock force. Unfortunately, Hafli in this state is not very dense. It will not last against bombardment.

Exceptional

Mat [RU: 18.2]	Mat is only made when one pressurizes Tar to >300,000,000psi. Mat is super-dense and also carries the properties of Tar and Uhi -- magnetic and easily moldable. Mat is also used as the primary content for the foundation for many skyscrapers and high buildings, but the making of this material is time consuming and expensive so its use is rare. The strength of this metal, however, almost outweighs the cost. Unfortunately, Mat is somewhat brittle. Mat cannot bend as much as Uhi, because it gains rigidity as you gain in pressure. A good blacksmith only uses Mat as the core. In fact, it is rare to find Mat used by itself without any support because bending it with enough force causes it to snap. It does, however, take shock force very well.
Farlet [RU:9]	Dull, unappealing, and has an extraordinarily long half-life. Used for research to find out about the ancient world. Nobody actually knows its half-life. This is called by some the “eternal metal.”
Leaf-Fael [RU: 13.7(L)/ 18.3]	Always double sided. Leaf is a darker brown shade and always very brittle. Leaf has little durability, but extraordinary endurance; that is to say: if one were to smash Leaf-Fael on the ground, a chunk of Leaf would no doubt break off, but it would not be a large chunk in any fashion because of it’s endurance. While Fael is quite the opposite, a light brown shade and extraordinarily durable with very little endurance; that is to say: if one were to smash Leaf-Fael on the ground and hope that it landed on the Fael half -- nothing would happen. However, if one were to shoot Leaf-Fael out of a high-powered cannon into the ground, the entirety of Fael would break into an uncountable number of pieces. With the metal, the skill comes with getting past each sides ‘breaking point.’ Leaf, because it is brittle, has a low ‘breaking point,’ but one can ‘break’ this metal an extraordinary number of times. Fael, on the other hand, had a high ‘breaking point,’ but once you reach that point, the metal essentially disintegrates. No matter how much you were to try and divide this in half, it will always be double sided, that is the nature of this metal. There is never a division of solely Leaf, or solely Fael.

Practical

Tar [RU: 15.4]	Tar, a solid in it’s ‘classical’ state, this iron-black colored metal is made when one runs an electric charge grater than 100,000volts through Uhi. Doing so rearranges the electromagnetic domains of Uhi and gives it magnetic properties. It also becomes a great conductor, able to hold power if well constructed, Tar is an essential part of many machines. Once Uhi can hold a charge for longer than 12 seconds, it is now classified as Tar. Tar is naturally magnetic.
Gold [RU: 10.9]	The kin to Silver, Gold is ever more prized. Unfortunately, Gold’s uses do not outweigh its rarity. It is rarely seen in everyday life.
Silver [RU:11]	Moderately rare, Silver has many practical applications but is rarely used. It is an irritant to Human Skin.

Common

Uhi [RU: 15.5]

A brass-like color in its classical state, Uhi is undoubtedly the most common metal. It is easily moldable and is therefore used in many structures. It also has a natural adaptive nature so it is the ideal building structure, if not the only frame material used on buildings to this date. Architects have experimented with different metals, such as Leaf-Fael, for the frames of buildings but none of them even stand close to the flexibility that Uhi holds. Not to mention, it is abundant. If you simply scrape the ground, you are bound to find at least a gram of Uhi.

Copper [RU:10.88]

Copper is one of the most frequently used metals in everyday life, as it has found presence in every aspect of modern industrial society. Moderately conductive to Oxygen and Hydrogen Type energy, Copper rests in applications of all sorts. "It is the foundation of modern society." - Dr. Castel Monteux

Phoerima Metals

The Phoerima metals are the most diverse of the three groups. It is rare to find one in its classical state because they are constantly bonding and morphing into other forms of themselves. "All will turn out -- eventually." -Dr. Castel Monteux

Theoretical

Phoerima

Cannot be touched.

Cardinal

Algon	The "King" metal.
Phoron	The "Queen" metal.
Uon	The "Bishop" metal.

Laudable

Nydal [RU:11.1]	The “Outer Shell,” Nydal reflects light with a dull aftertaste. This particular metal is almost always seen to be a swirling red and black dance of colors. Very resistant to oxygen type energy, it is always surrounding the metal Mydal. However, once the threshold of Oxygen type energy is endured, it will peel off of the three-layered metal, exposing Mydal. Once the metal is peeled off, it can still be used to negate Oxygen Type energy, just to an extraordinarily lower degree. The threshold for energy depends directly on the purity of Nydal itself. A pure Nydal crystal will have less apparent black coloring. A completely pure, and this is said to not be achievable, Nydal crystal, will be completely crimson.
Mydal [RU: 8.4]	The "Middle Layer," Mydal reflects light with a royal exuberance. This particular metal is almost always seen to be a swirling indigo and black dance of colors. Very resistant to Hydrogen Type energy, it is always surrounding the metal Idael. However, once the threshold of Hydrogen Type energy is endured, it will peel off the three-layered metal, exposing Idael. Once the metal is peeled off, it can still be used to negate Hydrogen Type energy, but to an extraordinarily lower degree. An interesting fact that only experienced warriors know, Mydal is, in fact, edible and very nutritious. It is rare to find Mydal crystals lying on the ground after they have been used, because travelers lucky enough to possess a crystal of this three-layered metal know enough to collect the leftover Mydal and sauté it for a delicious and nutritious snack. The threshold for energy depends directly on the purity of Mydal itself. A pure Mydal crystal will have less apparent black coloring. A completely pure Mydal crystal will shine with Indigo brilliance.
Fydal [RU: 9.6]	Rarely seen, the half-life of a Fydal cluster is approximately 0.01 seconds. Because of its short life, it naturally has strong radioactive properties. Little bursts of green and white light are emitted when Fydal fades away, almost poetically. Never known to be harmful to humans, if collected enough and strong enough, Fydal Light does short out electrical devices and many forms of communication. When it rains Argan, the bonding and death of Fydal can be seen for miles around, hitting the ground at a rhythmic pace. It is a sight to behold, like the light of a million lime-green fireflies flickering at a steady pace, only to die away all-too-soon. Occasionally, people separate Argan liquid in a container, draw it out through a "wick," and combine it at the tip at a regular and slow pace to create a candle. They are called Fydal Lamps.
Umen [RU: 10.2]	A natural royal blue color, it is a liquid at room temperature or below. In its liquid state, vibrations pass through it and leave a microscopic impression on it’s molecular structure. In essence, Umen is a natural recorder, as sound is just the vibrations through the air. However, it does not ‘remember’ any sound or vibrational record in its liquid state for long periods of time. The actual time a vibrational pattern is recorded directly depending on the density of Umen. This particular metal gains a "memory" when solidified, and it lasts as long as this metal is "frozen." Once in a solid state, Umen is physically unable to record any more vibrations due to its molecular density change. Any temperature above room temperature (72degreees), Umen ‘freezes.’ It is useful for the common traveler, who, by a stroke of good luck, comes across a church. Umen, usually stored within churches in chilled baptismal vats, is always available for the general public. This wandering traveler may have a need to record a message about his/her adventures and send it, in a coal-black pocket sized sack, to his/her wife/husband. As is the common ritual, the traveler slowly waltzes into the church and genuflects for a brief moment, reflecting on the journey. Shortly after the break, the traveler gets up and strides in front of the baptismal vat; watching the glaucus Umen ripple slowly in its container is very calming. The traveler then speaks his/her message into the liquid Umen, and scoops a handful. The traveler might not know it, but the body heat ‘freezes’ Umen and the message is now safe. Stowing it away in his/her coal-black pocket sized sack, so it is always slightly above room temperature, the traveler continues. But the traveler is wary, for if he/she continues into a colder part of this world, the Umen shall melt and his message will be lost forever
Tal [RU: 16.9]	Bends, but doesn’t refract, Oxygen type energy. Regenerates Hydrogen type energy. Reverberates Carbon type energy. The significance of this depends on the size of Tal itself. For instance, if one were to hold a solid chunk of Tal on a stand and aim a stream of fire (oxygen type) in its direction, the stream of fire would be bent in the direction that the metal is fractured the most. If one were to have a perfectly constructed sphere of Tal, it would be bent in all directions, as there is not a single area that is less fractured than another. As a second example, if one were to take the same pedestal of Tal and aim a sad trickle of water (Hydrogen type) at the chunk, it would 'filter' through the metal and the other side would produce a powerful geyser of water. The final example would consist of Tal being on the ground. If one were to punch the Tal Chunk with some amount of force (Carbon Type) the exact momentous energy of the punch would be echoed onto the ground behind it, possibly creating a small crater beneath it.
Idael [RU: 16.6]	The “Inner Shell,” Idael reflects light with an unsavory afterglow. This particular metal is almost always seen to be a swirling violet and black dance of colors. Very resistant to Carbon type energy, it is always surrounding the metal Nydal. However, once the threshold of Carbon type energy is endured, it will peel off of the three-layered metal, exposing Nydal. Once the metal is peeled off, it can still be used to negate Carbon type energy, just to an extraordinarily lower degree. The threshold for energy depends directly on the purity of Idael itself. A pure Idael crystal will have less apparent black coloring. A completely pure Idael crystal, if it exists, radiates an intimidating violet aura.

Exceptional

Lo [RU: 7.5]	Changes color every time you hit it with a small amount of force. The colors that it cycles through are: Pink, Red, Orange, Blue, Green, Yellow, Purple, and White.
Kor-Lo [RU: 14.5]	A magnifier, lens, and amplifier of Oxygen type energy that passes through this translucent metal.
Argan [RU: 10.28]	A liquid at "classical state," it bonds with itself if you were to put more than 3 cubic grams in the same vicinity. If the right conditions are present, Argan will bond with itself in mid-air and the occasional Olive-Green Fydal cloud will form. But they do not last long because Fydal is heavy, and it falls to the ground. When it falls, however, the Fydal breaks apart mid-air because of the immense potential energy being relieved as it falls. The Fydal separates again into an uncountable number of Argan "drops." Shimmering silver rain of Argan falls in small areas. But once it touches the ground, puddles begin to form and Argan collects within itself, bonding once more. If you dared to look for one, cease hope; there will never be puddles of Argan, as all of the Argan will have bonded into Fydal.
Platina [RU:11.1]	Assuming one had the means to super heat and pressurize Tin, they would have Platina. Giving off a similar luster, Platina has the same insulation properties as Tin, except to a much higher degree. Platina is a very expensive metal but doesn't have many practical uses. Platina is a luxury to own, but ends up serving as a decoration more so than an essential piece of furniture. Exponentially more lustrous, Platina appears to shine in even the faintest of lighting.
Mithril	[TO BE FINISHED]
Ahman [RU: >8.5]	The core of this metal gains strength depending on the size of the actual metal itself, and vise versa. Very flat, usually disk shaped. It’s hard to find it in large sizes, because as the core strengthens, the outside weakens.

Practical

Tin [RU:11.35]

Extraordinarily abundant and useful in almost any situation, Tin is a metal that even the weakest can bend and form into any shape with bare hands. Usually manufactured in thin sheets, Tin is a product available in every home. Somewhat a good insulator, Tin yields a wrapping to preserve most foods for a moderate amount of time. It gives off a natural metallic glare, similar in hue to the color gray. Tin is 'the poor man's Silver.'

Alkahest

The Alkahest metals are the least practical. It takes the most skilled of minds to bring them to their full potential. They have limited uses as weapons for a broad military. "Only the enlightened will fully awaken them." - Dr. Castel Monteux

Theoretical

Alkaest

Cannot leave anything behind.

Cardinal

Hydroxie	The 'Covet' metal.
Ruon	The 'Utopia' metal.
Lumanio	The 'Benediction' metal.

Laudable

Lif [RU: 10.3]	Very corrosive, green in color, medium half-life. Its acidic power weakens with age. A newly manufactured Lif vile has enough power to corrode every metal in the tiers below it with ease. Only after about a decade does its power diminish, so that Lif cannot corrode the more dense of the metals in the lower tiers. It is static by nature, and therefore, easily repelled magnetically.
Fiet [RU: 15.2]	Naturally reflective and bouncy, Fiet is a royal blue color in its classical state. Fiet holds one of the strongest resistances to Carbon type energy. Depending on the density of Fiet, it can withstand, and even bounce back the highest level of Carbon Type energy bombardment. It tends to become brittle when met with Oxygen type energy, which renders its reflective ability almost dormant. That is not to say Oxygen type energy counters its strength. If used in the right situation, Fiet can provide an excellent defense.
Deit [RU: 10.18]	Changes Oxygen type to Carbon type, Carbon type to Hydrogen type, and Hydrogen type to Oxygen type energy. However, Deit lacks the ability to change the energy tier. This means that if you attempt to burn (oxygen type) Deit, it appear to snuff out the fire with a shockwave, because it changes the fire to momentous energy, but not anything above or below its tier. There is a distance limit for this quality however; about one meter away or closer is necessary for Deit to work. Its half-life is extremely long and it can only be used once per metal "chunk" because the "remains" of the energy type lock it into place within Deit itself after the "filtering" process. Once relinquished of its power, Diet turns brittle and to a shale black color -- essentially becoming useless.
Thorai [RU:6.45]	A sticky orange substance in its classical state, Thorai retains a unique capacity to "speak" to itself. Resonating by duplicating the Carbon Type energy it comes into contact with; Resonating by reversing the Hydrogen type energy it comes into contact with; Resonating by separating the Oxygen type energy it comes into contact with. Thorai is an eternally beating drum of radionics – that is, the resonation of two similar objects from afar. Surprisingly commonplace, Thorai gains its recognition from its difficult usage. As one piece, Thorai is nothing. It has very little defensive capability and if met with a strong amount of force, a Thorai ‘whole’ will disintegrate. As multiple pieces, Thorai is astounding. The lucky traveler who has stumbled upon a Thorai aggregation should know better than to stretch this metal and hope that it snaps in half. It takes a moderate amount of shock force to get it to break. A putty consistency at all stages of life, a solid chunk of Thorai can be stretched to a certain degree if done slowly. But if it is pulled apart in a quick manner, it will simply snap like a twig. The man in haste has luck; the man with time has none. Unfortunately, Thorai cannot physically separate into more than 12 parts from a given whole. As they resonate with each other, the whole body of Thorai cannot be broken multiple times. That is to say, you cannot make a half of a half, because there is never a true half in the first place. Scientists speculate that there are a finite number of Thorai ‘whole’ that exist and will ever exist. Used for decoration in only the most secluded of chambers, Thorai can be coated on a Fydal lamp, and it will separate the light (oxygen type energy) into a beautiful array of every color imaginable. While it is nearly impossible to live a life without seeing at least a section of Thorai, only the privileged and educated can effectively bathe in its glory. Merely the privileged cannot fathom its uses. Merely the educated have no means to do so.

In the Realization that...

Every sentient creature in this world is vastly different. Dr. Castel Monteux was fully aware that it is impossible to give some sort of steady measurement of usage to the metals that would hope to kindle to each society, race, and environment. During the same time of the development of the Monteux Tier system, he came up with an equally explanatory means of giving relativism to each metal.

Perpetually revised, the relativism of each metal will be found to change after new discoveries about each metal is made. After his death, Dr. Elina Monteux, or Dr. Elina as the populous knew her, gave a fitting name to the system.

The Maker's Relativity

Regarded as a "living document" in the scientific community. The relativistic nature of each metal is derived from usage, and not power. One would be a fool to simply regard the Maker's Relativity as a ranking of power.

Each metal is assigned a relative weight. One "RuW" or "Relative Unit of Weight" is the pounds when one block the size of one cubic foot is measured.

Each metal is assigned a relative durability. One "RuD" or "Relative Unit of Durability" is approximately equal to the force of a blast from a standard Howldon Cannon shot.

Dr. Castel Monteux struggled for giving a concise unit of Ease of Use, but his notes were taken and then Dr. Elina finalized his plans. She equated, along with her father, that one "RuE" or "Relative Unit of Ease-of-Use" is approximately the number of situations it was used out of 100 possible scenarios. Humans participated and conducted the field test of each obtainable metal, so it also becomes apparent that the "RuE" is also a tribute to the general computing power of a human mind.

Dr. Elina made this very clear, the "Relative Power of each metal, no matter what it is ranked, will be completely dependent on the user."

As is the underlying case for each metal, they will be divided into the separate groups and tiers for ease of comprehension.

Carmot RU

These are the Carmot RU values. The sum RU will be located next to each metal name.

Phoerima RU

These are the Phoerima RU values. The sum RU will be located next to each metal name.

Alkahest RU

These are the Alkahest RU values. The sum RU will be located next to each metal name.