Dragonsglass Battery

Due to the special properties of dragonsglass, it oftentimes has been used for collecting and storing magic to be used as a power source. Although dragonsglass on its own is well known for being able to do so, batteries made from it can store much higher volumes of magic than the glass alone and be crafted in a particular way as to physically sort and filter different magic types for specific purposes.   Almost all batteries are typically made in a hollow pillow or tube shape with a tapered end. The vessel is what allows for magic to be stored without discharging or dissipating, even over long periods of time. Their sizes can vary, as some of the smallest dragonsglass batteries can be as small as a coin, while the largest, often used as emergency power generators, can be as large as a car. Batteries heavier than 2 pounds are generally used in specialized equipment and in most regions required by law to be clearly labeled on who last charged them and with what magic type.   To charge a dragonsglass battery, there are two methods depending on their make and purpose: The vast majority for consumer use are fitted with filters and specialized ports that only allow a single magic type to be collected. The port can be left open and latent magic or that from spell use can automatically be collected. In addition, they can be manually charged from depots selling them, as is often the case with commercial batteries, which rarely are fitted with automatic refilling mechanisms. The conduit to allow magic to be used as a fuel source is almost always built into the recharge mechanism, though some commercial batteries will opt to have a separate mechanism for large batteries due to their weight.

Dragonsglass batteries are a common good primarily used in magic-based machinery and mechanisms, allowing magic to be used as a fuel source. They are vital for automated magic technology due to allowing a consistent discharge when used properly and filled with a single magic type, allowing for consistent results. The vast majority of batteries are also reusable and can be refilled, being common enough outside of specialty equipment to allow even general consumers to replace them or exchange them at depots.   The batteries have also become well known for typically lasting longer than many electrical batteries, having incredibly long shelf lives and little to no waste when used properly. Unless damaged, they oftentimes do not discharge over time when not in use and properly stored, allowing for batteries to remain at a consistent charge for decades even when not in use.  

Failure

Improperly stored or damaged batteries, much like electrical batteries, can pose a significant risk of damage and injury to both equipment and persons using them. Cracked batteries may discharge and release their stored magic, which in cases of multiple different types of batteries being stored together, can cause adverse effects or even Magic Corruption. Outside of large scale commercial uses, generally these effects are minor and will resolve on their own without medical intervention. In the case of a large commercial battery failing, however, there have been known deaths by way of explosions, batteries shattering, or causing fires and freezes depending on their charge type.   Improper charging can cause batteries to explode due to the volatile combination of different magic types in a highly pressurized environment within the battery cell itself. These concentrations are almost never found in the wild and may have vastly different effects than is ordinarily seen, making such cases highly volatile and dangerous. Batteries charged with mixed magic types have been known to explode, melt, and shatter. As such, outside of specially made batteries for contamination clean up, dragonsglass batteries are not allowed to be charged with multiple magic types.  

Storage

Due to risks presented by high concentration discharge in the event of a battery failure, batteries weighing more than 2 pounds are not permitted to be stored with differing type charged batteries in most areas. These also must be fitted with a label clearly marking who they were last charged by and with what type to prevent cross contamination. Batteries 10 pounds or larger are almost always for commercial use, similar to their parent material, and must be disposed of and refilled by professionals.   All dragonsglass batteries are considered hazardous goods, which are generally not permitted on aircraft or ships without a proper designation, such as within certain equipment or devices. Loose batteries, due to risk of explosion, are not permitted on aircraft when charged unless being specially transported in specialized containers made to prevent adverse effects.  

Use

The vast majority of magic-based devices will oftentimes make use of dragonsglass batteries. These can be as mundane as magic powered cellphones, watches, or alarms, or incredibly crucial and specialized equipment such as Blood Cloning and Transfusion Machines. Some alarms and contamination detectors, oftentimes made for processing plants, utilize specialized batteries that absorb latent magic from the air and sort it into different chambers, producing an alert when detected in amounts that can cause adverse effects.   Many larger cities will utilize dragonsglass batteries to clean up contamination caused by spell use to prevent and mitigate pollution. These oftentimes will be housed in high volume areas and collected at regular intervals, being discharged as emergency power generation. As such, filled batteries have become commonplace at many power plants and generation facilities.   The batteries have also become quite common in testing facilities of a wide variety, from teaching facilities to sporting arenas, to compare a person's spell use to a standardized charge. This is particularly useful for medical practitioners when dealing with magic corruption when the type may be unknown at first glance.