Eletiran

Eletiran is a fictional crystalline mineral featured in science fiction and speculative cosmology narratives. It is described as exceptionally energy-dense and capable of interfacing with advanced electrical and quantum systems.

In most depictions, eletiran appears as a transparent or pale-emerald to blue crystal with a tetragonal or hexagonal lattice. It exhibits high electrical conductivity, strong piezoelectric response, and resistance to radiation and high temperatures. Its energy density makes it a sought-after material for power cores, shielding, and propulsion interfaces within fictional tech.

In-universe geology places eletiran in deep crustal veins and meteorite deposits, often formed under high-pressure conditions and exposure to unusual stellar radiation. Its discovery is credited to explorers in a given series, with early mining stories describing hazards due to volatile microcrystallites. Supply is typically limited, driving scarcity and price in trade networks.

In literature and media, eletiran is used as a plot device: enabling long-range energy transfer, powering starships, or triggering exotic phenomena when combined with other elements. It has become a recognizable trope in space opera and techno-thriller worlds.

Note: There is no real-world evidence for eletiran; it remains a fictional concept used in works of fiction and gaming.