Evergreens

Known for its cold but lush forest of evergreen trees and birchwood, it sits in the south of West Tykonia. There was one village before the Skeletal army invaded, called Beithe. The evergreens are prized for lumber and masonry—their sturdy trees and abundant strong minerals make them a valuable resource hub.

Ajisai Lotus

A misnomer translating to “Hydrangea Lotus”, the Ajisai Lotus is a flower of white petals with dull red tips that originates from the Shinseina archipelago. The flower was brought over to Tykonia in recent years by the wandering Shinsei people, becoming a symbol of their tenacity and displaced culture. The lotus’ growth is relatively confined to the gardens of Shinsei expatriates, where you’ll find it amongst other non-native plants, brought by the droves that left the archipelago, tossed into civil war. Native Tykonians have yet to employ Ajisai Lotuses fully in their alchemy. Shinsei monks who came over in the initial exodus prefer to ground the lotus, aloe, and agave into a soothing, topical paste that calms severe burns (up to 2nd degree), rashes and fights infection.

Dathrola

Supposedly first planted by an old crone in the Evergreens before the arrival of the Pale, Dathrola is a flax plant that grows commonly on riverbanks. It has bulbous, fibrous bulbs that flower to reveal a strange fibre that goes by the same name. Dathrola fibre is recognisable by its copper tinge, and it grows at the end of a woody stem. It also happens to be razor-sharp, and the fibres are extremely jagged. There are many stories of adventurers who wandered into Dathrola bushes and emerged with cut pants and lacerations all across their legs. Artificers in offensive alchemy use Dathrola fibres. Dathrola reproduces via animals that disperse its seeds.

Moonvine

Moonvine is a slender, climbing plant with recognisable blue petals that winds its way up trees and rocky walls, opening its flowers only at night. They thrive in cool, shaded areas with damp soil, vines stretching far and high when left undisturbed. Locals use the plant in soft dyes and nighttime markers. One taiga oral story speaks of a miner who could never get home in time for his wife’s meals. The story goes that one day, he decided to plant Moonvine in his tunnel, right under the airflow shaft, so light could still let it grow. From then on out, he knew when the nights came, and never missed a meal. Additionally, when crushed, Moonvine is combined with Sanlaya Petals, and a rudimentary, invisible ink is produced. Only under the moonlight of a waning moon would the writing appear.

Dried Freneia

Locals often harvest Dried Freneia in bundles to make simple repellents. The leaves release a peppery scent that lasts for weeks, the scent sharp enough to repel common pests. People hang these bundles near doorways, granaries, stable walls, and sleeping quarters. Some apothecaries even use the bundles as protective charms believed to discourage wandering spirits. Dried Freneia is considered an excellent component when it comes to crafting abjuration alchemy; shields, warding and protective talismans.

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