Kelas

Kelas (Also known as Warp) is a volatile liquid extracted from processed warp wood. It is a very strong oxidizer which enables the combustion of other materials at shockingly low temperatures, a property which makes Kelas a critical component of Crimson-Warp Propulsion. When paired with the combustible fluids produced by crimson trees it is a part of the most efficient combustion reaction known to Rathnir.

Production

Kelas production is quite complicated compared to crimson fuel, involving a multi step process of refining the extracted liquids from warp wood. The unaltered liquid produced by the tree, thin Kelas, must be distilled to remove impurities, and then centrifuged. The resulting precipitate, thick Kelas, is discarded (often used as a plant fertiliser) and the volatile liquid which remains is pure Kelas. Pure Kelas must be stored very carefully and kept away from combustible materials. It is also often stored in rounded containers in case of explosion.

Discovery

Kelas and its volatile properties were originally discovered by the Faculty of Pure Sciences in the Naval College of Aezenfjord during an experiment into the harmful effects arising from prolonged exposure to warp-contaminated materials. Extract from warp trees to be used during the study was purified by distillation, and one researcher carelessly handled a vial of the distilled substance and caused a small explosion within the laboratories, leading to a fire which took several hours to control. Research following the incident revealed the oxidising properties of Kelas. The Sovereign Aezenfjord Navy's Shipbuilding and Design Department followed this research very closely, and Commodore Wexford in particular pushed for the development of propulsion and weapons technology based around the substance.

Uses

The volatility of Kelas makes it a controlled substance within the Fallen Kingdom of Aezenfjord, and so far the government's focus has been on the Crimson-Warp engine which drives Naydra-Class airships. The navy's Department of Shipbuilding and Design is currently looking into incendiary weapons technology which could be fielded by large vessels of the sea or air.