Pharmacology (Gendara)
The following drugs are both common and legal in the Holy Empire of Gendara, though they may be available elsewhere in the Stormlands. In addition, a number of other drugs exist, though these are outlawed in Gendara.
Additional drugs may be added to this list in the future.
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Stimulants
Sirocco
Sirocco is a chemically-derived stimulant, often used to increase alertness and concentration. It simulates the heightened reaction time of someone in a state of "fight-or-flight". The drug is also noted as an anti-sleep agent, for those who must stay awake for long periods of time.
Side-effects of the drug include increased emotional stress, which can result in nervousness and irritability. The drug also acts as a diuretic, and may cause dehydration if overused.
Sirocco is noted for its rapid onset and dissipation - its effects begin a few minutes after ingestion, and last for a few hours after.
Hephaestus
Quicksilver
Relaxants
Zephyr
Zephyr is a chemically-derived relaxant, nearly identical in molecular structure to Sirocco. Zephyr's effect is more mild, however - the drug increases general feelings of well-being, and can act as a mild anti-depressant.
Side-effects of the drug include increased emotional stress, which can result in nervousness and irritability. The drug also acts as a mild diuretic, though hardly as strongly as Sirocco.
Zephyr is noted for its slow onset but correspondingly long lasting period of effect - its effects are generally not felt until a few hours after ingestion, but can last for a full day or two.
