Zinc

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The Allomantic symbol for zinc

Zinc is the external mental pulling metal. An Allomancer burning zinc is able to inflame the emotions of those around him. It can be targeted at a single person or a group. Feruchemists can use zinc to store mental speed, and when used as a Hemalurgic spike zinc steals emotional fortitude.

Allomantic Use

A zinc Misting is known as a Rioter. Emotional Allomancy is not mind control, but it does allow the practitioner to influence the emotions of those around him. The effects can be targeted a specific individual or group, and can focus on specific emotions.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content Rioting emotions can be used to increase someone's desire, determination, or anger. It can accomplish many of the same things as Soothing emotions by rioting all but the specified emotions.

Feruchemical Use

The Feruchemical symbol for zinc

A zinc Ferring is known as a Sparker. Zinc is used to store mental speed. It allows the Feruchemist to think very quickly and come to conclusions faster. While filling a zincmind, the Feruchemist will be dull-witted and slow.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content

Hemalurgic Use

When used as a Hemalurgic spike, zinc steals human emotional fortitude.Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; refs with no name must have content The kandra Blessing of Stability gave the mistwraiths sentience, with the added benefit of emotional stability.

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