Silversalter

Silversalter is a term used primarily in fantasy and speculative fiction to describe a fictional material, metal, or alloy. There is no universally recognized real-world substance by this name, and the properties of silversalter vary widely between works, reflecting differing world-building goals.

The etymology blends the word silver with alter or salt, and spellings such as silversalter, silversalt, or silversalter are encountered in different texts and role-playing game materials.

In most depictions, silversalter has a bright, silvery appearance and great resilience or magical affinity. Some authors describe it as unusually conductive to magical energies, while others portray it as fragile or susceptible to certain auras. Its interaction with other metals or enchantments is typically a plot device rather than a fixed property.

Silversalter is commonly used in fiction to forge weapons, armor, artifacts, or conduits for spellcasting. It might be sought as a key component for ancient mechanisms, ritual objects, or currency in fantasy economies. Its role varies by setting, from a rare treasure to a mundane alloy.

As a fictional concept, silversalter has no independent scientific basis. Its meaning is defined by authors and game designers, leading to a diverse set of portrayals across books, games, and comics.