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In their bare state, Mineral Shells are unpolished and raw but still highly valued. Scarfoxes and traders collect them for a variety of uses beyond simple decoration.

 

"Unlike the smooth, decorative Mineral Shells (Bare), Growth Shells are rough, crystalline, and uneven, forming rapidly along reef edges, volcanic vents, or Mist-infused tidal pools. These shells grow like barnacles or mineral clusters, filled with pockets of naturally occurring volatile powders. When harvested and prepared, these powders ignite with vibrant bursts of light and sound—making them essential for fireworks, signal flares, and festival pyrotechnics."

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Common Uses

• Firework Crafting — The internal powder is prized for its intense combustibility, vibrant color bursts, and magical stability when properly refined
  
  
• Used by Scarfoxes like Hanabi to craft spectacular fireworks displays, festival pyrotechnics, and ceremonial flame art.

Harvesting Notes

• Found clinging to reef cliffs, volcanic outcrops, or Mist-heavy tidal zones
• Must be harvested with care—overripe shells can detonate from mishandling
• Most artisans wear protective gloves and use special Mist-touched tools to extract the powder safely

Cultural Notes

• A common saying among Scarfox artisans. It is believed these shells are a gift from both the Mist and Dipsi, embodying the chaotic joy of celebration.
• Untrained handling is discouraged—improper harvest or cracking can cause accidental detonations, leading to burns, fur-singes, or scorched scarves.
• During the Night of Plenty, offering a pristine Volatile Bloom Shell to the firework artisans is seen as a sign of good fortune and communal pride.