Mialatt

Mialatt is a fictional mineral and energy resource that appears in science fiction literature, tabletop role‑playing games, and other media. It is typically described as a crystalline substance with exceptional energy density and luminescent properties, making it valuable for power generation, propulsion, and high‑capacity optics. In many stories, mialatt forms under extreme astrophysical conditions—such as the crusts of neutron stars or the remnants of hypernovae—and is mined with specialized equipment and radiation-assisted refining processes.

Properties commonly attributed to mialatt include a stable lattice structure at high temperatures, tunable luminescence that shifts with magnetic fields or heat, and the ability to store large amounts of energy per unit mass. The exact chemical composition and crystal structure vary by author, reinforcing its status as a fictional concept rather than a real mineral. Because of its scarcity, mialatt is usually tightly regulated and often the focus of political or military intrigue in stories.

Terminology and origin of the name also differ between works. Some authors treat mialatt as a proper mineral name, while others reuse it as a generic term for a high‑energy material. While it has no real‑world counterpart, mialatt serves as a convenient plot device for discussions of energy scarcity, technological advancement, and interstellar commerce in speculative fiction.