Gloranthan metals are analogous to terrestrial ones, and so are
identified by the same names. There are, however, significant
differences.
The "standard metal" of Glorantha is called bronze, for it is red-gold
in color and can be made by mixing the equivalent of Gloranthan tin
and copper. However, bronze ore can also be mined, and is more capable
of being stretched or extended than is terrestrial bronze. This metal
is used worldwide, and whenever a Gloranthan item is made of metal not
otherwise characterized, it is made of the standard metal, bronze.
Other metals may be enchanted to increase quality and durability. Different religions know how to enchant particular metals; some smith priests claim to be able to forge any metal. Proper enchanting gives the metal (gold, for instance) the durability of Gloranthan bronze.
Metals retain any inherent magical properties in this improved form, if all is done properly. Adventurers may be found wearing solid lead, gold, silver, or even quicksilver armor, or using weapons made of such metals.
An important magical metal also may be bought or stolen from dwarfs. It is called iron, and its qualities are to Gloranthan bronze as is terrestrial iron to terrestrial bronze.
Untempered iron has the same physical qualities as bronze. However, it also affects magic. Untempered iron reduces the chance of both casting and being affected by a spell.
Certain of the elder races are vulnerable to iron. Elves and trolls take extra damage from this poison metal.
Ojo a la frase "Metals retain any inherent magical properties in this improved form, if all is done properly." ;)
Saludos,
Kenrae
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