====== Asbestos ======
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===== Magical Uses =====
Surprisingly, asbestos is nothing more than a mass of flexible, perfect prismatic crystals, usually a variety of serpentine or crocidolite, When associated with quartz and polished, it is known as tiger's-eye.

The irresponsible use of asbestos in manufacturing and housing has caused countless illnesses today. In the past, however, long before it was misused, asbestos was worn for protection against negative magic and the evil eye, which was thought to be a form of intentional or nonintentional psychic attack. Asbestos is no longer recommended for magical use.
===== Ritual Lore =====
In the past, asbestos was viewed as a magical stone since it can be continuously burned without being consumed. It was used to make wicks for the perpetual fires in ancient Greek temples.</ifauth>