boundpowder

Boundpowder is a fictional substance originating from the fantasy novel series "The Stormlight Archive" by Brandon Sanderson. Within the world of Roshar, it is a type of alchemical powder that, when mixed with specific ingredients and subjected to heat, can create a variety of effects. Its primary and most well-known application is in the creation of Voidlight, a supernatural energy source.

The precise composition of boundpowder is not fully detailed, but it is understood to be a complex chemical mixture. Its creation often involves rare or difficult-to-obtain components, contributing to its value and scarcity. The process of utilizing boundpowder to produce Voidlight is a dangerous and precise undertaking, often performed by skilled artisans or scholars known as "Soulcasters." These individuals have the ability to manipulate matter and energy, transforming the boundpowder into the desired luminous substance.

Beyond its role in producing Voidlight, boundpowder is hinted to have other potential applications in the Rosharan alchemical system. These are less explored in the current literature but suggest a broader utility for the substance. The properties and manufacturing of boundpowder are central to understanding the magical and technological advancements present in the Stormlight Archive.