Orikalkum (DeraNXT)

Orikalkum (from Dragonkin orik, meaning “our”) is the metal mostly known for its use in Dragon equipment.

Historically, Orikalkum was crafted from an organic crystal formed by the petrification of Dragonkin blood. By exposing this substance to stable, high temperatures, it becomes malleable without shattering. This was accomplished by using the smith’s own breath to heat the petrified blood, requiring lots of training to keep the temperature consistent.

On Gielinor, where petrified Dragonkin blood veins are inexistent, an inferior substitute has been created, named Kathalkum.