Porewassers

Porewassers are a class of herbal tonics commonly found within the lore of various high‑fantasy settings. According to source material, they are named for their purported effect of cleansing the pores of skin and hair, as well as expelling impurities from the body. Typical recipes involve a blend of botanicals known for their astringent or clarifying properties, such as nettle, chamomile, willow bark, and distilled sage. The liquid is sometimes infused with a small amount of fermented cider or mead to aid in the extraction of active compounds.

In many texts the Porewasser is described as a staple of elvish households, especially in cultures that emphasize natural living and physical purity. Some traditions claim that a daily consumption of Porewasser can prolong lifespans by reducing the prevalence of skin afflictions. The tonic is also mentioned in several medieval manuscripts as a remedy for various digestive ailments, though the underlying efficacy remains unverified by modern science.

Variations are noted across regions. The "Copper Porewasser" contains copper sulfate to give it a blue tint and is sometimes employed as a mild antimicrobial agent. Others combine lemon peel or pine needles to create a citrusy variant. Traditionally, Porewassers are stored in clay or glass containers to preserve their flavor and potency.

While the basic concept of Porewassers does have parallels in real‑world herbal tonics, most modern references treat the drink as part of a fictional or role‑playing milieu. In contemporary gaming communities it frequently appears as an in‑game item that restores minor vitality or grants temporary resistance to environmental hazards.