Ablací

Ablací is a term used in speculative fiction and world-building to denote a rare, fictional mineral with luminescent properties that respond to heat and light. It is not a real substance and does not refer to any established geological material.

The name ablací is a constructed term chosen for narrative purposes, drawing on Latin-inspired phonology and the suffix -í to suggest a mineral class in an invented language family. In many settings, writers treat ablací as a distinct geological species with a mythic or ceremonial aura.

In the imagined properties of ablací, the mineral appears as translucent to opalescent crystals, often colored pale blue to green. It is described as vitreous to pearly in luster, with a Mohs hardness around 6 to 7. Ablací is said to exhibit photoluminescence and thermoluminescence, becoming brighter or changing hue when exposed to light or heat. Cleavage is imperfect, and fresh surfaces show a faint, internal iridescence. The material is typically delicate and may crumble if subjected to rapid temperature changes.

Distribution and extraction in fictional worlds place ablací in high-temperature hydrothermal veins or metamorphic belts. It is commonly found alongside metallic ores and is mined with specialized, heat-resistant tooling. Crystals are often small and valuable, demanding careful handling and storage to preserve their luminous properties.

Uses and cultural significance vary by narrative: ablací may be employed in jewelry, energy storage devices in fiction, or as a ceremonial “memory stone” in some cultures. The mineral’s rarity and beauty frequently drive both economic and symbolic value within stories.

See also: fictional minerals, glow minerals, ablation.