Duralumin
itemThin silvery reflective bar along with a pouch of dust, composed of an aluminum-copper alloy. Extremely lightweight secret 9th Allomantic metal. Burns to enhance the power of other metals being burned simultaneously without immediate standalone effect.
Duralumin emerges in the Mistborn series as a rare, lightweight Allomantic alloy whose properties shift dramatically between its debut and its later refinement. Initially introduced as a secret ninth metal that amplifies concurrent Allomantic burns without independent effect, it later becomes a volatile catalyst capable of triggering explosive releases of power. Across the two books, duralumin transforms from a covert tool of subtle enhancement to a weaponized accelerant, reflecting the escalating stakes of the Final Empire's collapse.
Evolution
The Well of Ascension
Thin silvery reflective bar along with a pouch of dust, composed of an aluminum-copper alloy. Extremely lightweight secret 9th Allomantic metal. Burns to enhance the power of other metals being burned simultaneously without immediate standalone effect.
The Hero of Ages
Allomantic alloy of aluminum, copper, manganese, and magnesium that causes explosive burn of subsequent metals.
Book Appearances
The Well of Ascension
First appears Ch 5
The Hero of Ages
First appears Ch 85