Firemoss
“Rubbing firemoss was said to make a man’s mind more receptive to thoughts and ideas. The one time Szeth had tried it, it had given him a headache and two blistered fingers.”
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Firemoss was a type of plant native to Roshar.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content
Firemoss was a fairly common drug used by the people of Roshar.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content Rubbing firemoss between the thumb and forefinger caused men to feel euphoric, although it was highly addictive.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content It was said to make a person more receptive and accepting of new ideas or thoughts.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content Firemoss gave its users blistered fingers, at least until callouses formed. When the firemoss was rubbed, it gave off a crackling sound and wisps of smoke.
Firemoss could also be used to reduce cranial swelling in extreme cases, although there was a high risk of the patient developing an addiction.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content