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Thazvaar Dustblade (Arenaspina dusta)
Alias: None
Origin: Inland Thazvaar (deserts)
The Thazvaar Dustblade is a sharp-leaved shrub native to Inland Thazvaar’s dunes. Its blade-like foliage traps airborne dust, blending seamlessly into desert terrain. This adaptive camouflage allows it to persist in unstable environments while reinforcing dune stability.
Lifespan
Lives 15–25 years. Matures at 3–5 years. Produces seeds post-storm.
Uses
- Ecological Role: Traps dust particles, reduces soil erosion, and stabilizes desert dunes.
- Cultural Significance: Used by Thazvaari nomads for concealment and desert camouflage; symbolizes deception and tactical adaptation.
- Guidance: Handle cautiously to avoid injury from sharp foliage. Commonly planted or harvested for concealment near encampments.
Notes
Documented in the Era of Absolute Expansion (~3,000 years before modern Geba), Dustblades are essential to Thazvaar’s desert ecosystems. Extant and adaptive.