Manoga

Manoga is a rare mineral described in the fictional encyclopedia of Eldoria. It is a translucent crystal with a pale blue tint and a Mohs hardness of about 6.5 to 7. It has notable electrical conductivity and a unique magnetoresistive response at low temperatures, properties that make it of interest for studies of advanced materials in the setting. In geology, manoga is thought to form through high-temperature metasomatism in ultramafic rocks, typically in tectonically active belts. Deposits are sparse and irregular, with the largest proven reserves located in the southern arc of the Shadri Corridor. It is commonly found alongside peridotite, chrysotile, and chromian spinel.

Manoga is mined by underground methods, with artisanal miners in smaller districts and larger, mechanized operations at deeper levels. The mineral is processed to produce a fine powder used in high-strength alloys, and its crystals are carved as ornamental gems due to their luster. In the world’s economy, manoga trades at premium prices because of limited supply and specialized processing requirements.

Historically, manoga was first described by explorers in the 12th lunar cycle of the Eldorian calendar, and named after the local word for memory, reflecting the belief that materials containing manoga could “remember” distant events when used in certain devices. In fictional science, researchers study manoga for potential quantum-coherent properties.