Special materials

Hyborea

Orichalcum

Magic metal of Atlantis, this metal is used in any summoning spell. It acts as a Rod of Rulership on the being summoned. When the being has completed its task the metal will turn to silver and be useless for magical purposes.^(GDGH-50)

Black lotus

Powder made from one of these flowers strikes the inhaler dead, no saving throw applicable. One flower will kill one being human or monster.^(GDGH-50)

Purple lotus

In powder form, one of these flowers induces a deep sleep which can last 1–12 days depending on the die. There is no saving throw for this dust.^(GDGH-50)

This powder, when mixed with any type of liquid and taken into the system through drinking or puncture of any type, causes instant paralysis. One flower makes one application which paralyzes for 1–12 days.^(GDGH-51)

Yellow lotus

Powder made from one of these flowers causes a light unconsciousness from which the inhaler can easily be awakened by a loud noise or a sharp slap. Powder from 2 causes death.^(GDGH-51)