Andelren

Andelren is a fictional mineral described in the fantasy science fiction setting of Eldara. In the in-universe lore, it is valued for high energy density and stability, making it a preferred material for energy storage, propulsion systems, and catalytic processes in advanced technologies.

Properties and geology: Andelren is depicted as a dense, metallic-looking mineral with a color range from pale silver to blue-gray. It forms under high-pressure, high-temperature conditions and commonly occurs in vein-like pockets within metamorphic and ultramafic rocks. It is associated with deep crustal faults and mantle-derived fragments.

Occurrence and extraction: In Eldaran geology, andelren is mined from deep fault zones using stabilized subterranean galleries and precision drilling. The refined ore is produced through high-temperature annealing and redox steps.

Applications: Processed andelren serves as an energy carrier in reactors and propulsion systems and as a catalyst in synthetic fuel production. In various narratives, it powers starships and high-efficiency power plants due to its energy-to-mass ratio and thermal stability.

Safety and regulation: Handling requires controlled atmospheres and safety protocols. Decomposition or improper oxidation can release toxic gases or cause exothermic reactions. In-world governance regulates mining, processing, and transport.

Etymology and reception: The name andelren is presented as a compound from Eldaran languages, linked to energy and stone. It appears in in-universe codices and technical treatises.

References: Codex of Eldaran Minerals; Eldaran Technical Compendium; in-universe museum catalogues.