Krevd

Krevd is a fictional mineral resource central to several science fiction and fantasy settings. In these works, krevd is a crystalline substance with very high energy density and stability, making it a crucial power source for advanced technologies and spacefaring civilizations. The name krevd is used as a proper noun, with varying etymologies; one common lineage links it to an ancient Eldaran term meaning stone of light.

Physical characteristics include transparent to pale blue crystals, high hardness, and a luminescent glow when exposed to ultraviolet light. Its chemical composition varies by author, but most accounts emphasize stability under extreme temperatures and pressures. Krevd requires refining before use; processing typically involves cryogenic handling, annealing, and plasma synthesis to produce usable reactor fuel or energy cartridges. Safety concerns include magnetic interference and radiation risk if mishandled.

Geographically, krevd deposits are depicted as rare and highly localized, with large reserves described in the crust of the planet Eldara and in a few other systems. Extraction relies on deep mining and specialized containment to prevent material loss. Economically, krevd markets are tightly regulated by interplanetary councils; prices are volatile and tied to political events and supply chains. Secondary products include structural alloys and high-temperature lubricants.

In fiction, krevd often drives resource disputes, technological races, and alliances. Prominent storylines center on the discovery of a large deposit, the rise of mining groups, and debates over export controls. The term has established common technical constraints that appear across many works.