Something I've noticed as of late with the rising popularity of rare materials is folks who look upon you with scorn for not using said material in what they deem to be the proper manner. This is something I've personally experienced through use of my very handy and much-needed orichalcum back scratcher. Yes, you read that right. I forged a back scratcher from orichalcum.
While things like this can earn you a measure of infamy among some circles due to what they perceive to be a waste of a valuable resource. To them, I counter with the fact that nothing is more valuable than the happiness one feels when they are being fashionable.
Yes, I know what silversteel is and how it can make excellent tools or armor. But, did you know that it will also make a sturdy buckle or clasp that could withstand any abuse that you may put it through? Which do you think would wear out first, the buttons you had cast from the prized metal or the wool jacket you affixed them to? The answer should be obvious.
And don't even get me started on the frequent rage some folks feel over tyirum. The simple fact is that purple in of itself is a lovely color and having metal which is naturally like that can be a blessing for many outfits or jewelry. Like, have you ever seen how beautiful tyrium is when paired with gold? It's truly harmonious in every way.
Now, as said before when speaking of diamond-hide, it's obvious why many of these things have become trendy in our current society. They are not only coveted for their inherent qualities, but also for their basic features. While some may not be as desirable, such as darkstone, they each have their own place within the world of high fashion.
So, before you glare angrily at that fellow with his icesteel-inlaid earring, take a moment and think about just how wonderful it looks. Remember to set aside your jealousy over not having such fine things yourself and appreciate that others are made all the more happy by using them for what they think will suit them best.
Now, whether or not it really does suit them...
That's a question for another day.
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