Sunrod

Sunrods were a light source created either through alchemy or magic.

Description
Sunrods were iron rods with golden tips, measuring roughly in length and weighing. They were activated by striking them against another surface.

They casted a steadier light than torch light, shining brighter and out to a wider radius. They also lasted for a longer duration &mdash;typically four to six hours  &mdash;and they were difficult to extinguish. Once a sunrod's duration was over, its golden tip became dim and unusable.

Creation
Ember moss was one of the few known items that could be used in the creation of sunrods.

Notable Users

 * Both gold dwarves and shield dwarves were commonly seen to carry sunrods.

Trivia

 * Some miners were known to attach sunrods to helmets in order to provide them a hands-free source of illumination.
 * Sunrod chemicals could be incorporated into arrows, bolts, or sling bullets to craft what was known as signal ammunition.

Appearances

 * Novels
 * Mistress of the Night • Venom in Her Veins