Druv

Druv is a fictional mineral featured in science fiction and related media. It has no real-world existence, but appears as a central plot device in multiple works. The term is used variably across universes, often as a crystalline resource with unique quantum properties that enable energy storage and reliable data transmission.

In typical depictions, druv is a dense, iridescent crystal found in ore veins within the crust of distant planets. It forms under high pressure and stable temperatures, sometimes in association with tectonic activity. Extraction is technologically demanding and often subject to export controls and environmental safeguards in many stories. Refined druv undergoes a purification process that produces a stable energy medium suitable for compact power cells and for powering slow-distance quantum links.

In-universe economies frequently hinge on the control of druv supply. It can be traded, regulated by interstellar agreements, or used as a basis for currency in certain city-states. Some narratives explore ethical questions about resource extraction, labor rights of miners, and the ecological impact of druv mining.

Across works, druv is sometimes described with differing properties or appearances, reflecting each author’s world-building goals. Despite variations, it is generally treated as a high-value resource whose rarity drives conflict and cooperation in speculative settings.