Nirncrux

Nirncrux is a substance found only in Craglorn, a region in north-eastern Hammerfell. The Ancient Nedes of old discovered how to use it to harness the power of the stars, piquing the interest of organizations such as the Scaled Court, the Star-Gazers, and Iron Orcs.

Usage
Nirncrux, when taken in powder, or in some cases, liquid form, significantly increases one's physical and spell resistance for a time, the duration and potency dependent on the amount taken. It is also said to grant the user the ability suppress any form of supernatural phenomenon, even those that do not originate from Aetherius's magicka, forcing an area around the user to stubbornly remain the way it is. It is also said to be more than enough to shut down the powers of a Fontaine.

However, Nirncrux has dangerous side-effects when one becomes addicted to it, and Nirncrux is addictive to many, while others remain completely healthy and unaffected by the withdrawal symptoms that had claimed the minds of so many. Symptoms range from pangs of hunger, insatiable thirst, memory loss, dementia, or in the worst case, magicka instability, which results into the victim becoming a Spellfiend.

Aside usage for the body, Nirncrux can also be used to fortify weapons and armor, further increasing their performance and spell resistance.

Appearances

 * The Children's Anuad