Materials are any tangible or mystical substance that, once processed or combined, forms the foundation of a crew’s craftwork. These raw ingredients can be used to create, upgrade, refine, or repair armor, gear, and other inventory items.
Each material’s grade sets the highest quality it can produce: Junk materials will only yield junk products, while exotic materials are capable of producing items of any grade, including exotic ones. Materials are assigned a Theme used to abstract the type of components they represent.
| Cost | Drug Grade |
| :----------------------------------- | :----------------- |
| 1 ![[Bags.png]] + 1 ![[Stacks.png]] | Exotic Materials |
| 1 ![[Racks.png]] + 1 ![[Stacks.png]] | Premium Materials |
| 2 ![[Stacks.png]] | Superior Materials |
| 1 ![[Stacks.png]] | Basic Materials |
| 1 ![[Chips.png]] | Discount Materials |
>[!aether]- Aether
Pure arcane energy latent in objects or enriched from ambient Aetherstreams. Aether is the raw fuel for enchantments, spell reagents, and radiant effects. It is rare, highly valued by mages, and can be mixed to create unique effects.
>[!mineral]- Minerals
Hard crystals and ores extracted from the earth give structure, strength, and sometimes latent power to crafted goods. From simple iron ore to shimmering cobalt alloys, these materials are the backbone of weapons, armor, and mechanical devices.
>[!plant]- Plants
>The living green matter that grows beneath your feet is the base of most potions and salves. Harvested from herbs, fungi, or even engineered algae, it lends soothing warmth, sharp focus, or raw vitality to any brew.
>[!tech]- Tech
>Cogs, circuits, nano‑components, and micro‑chips form the heart of any device, augment, or cybernetic enhancement. These engineered parts are essential for creating Machina, implants, and other high‑tech marvels.
>[!tissue]- Tissue
>Organic tissue, blood, or animal parts harvested from living (or recently dead) creatures are prized for their regenerative, toxic, or alchemical properties. These ingredients often bring a living touch to otherwise inert creations.