A small red stone made from crystalized blood of the first Dark Elf to enter Ulos. It is one of seven such relics. It holds powers unknown to most.
When pulled from the time stop set upon Sabek by Sleecrath the Binder, King's Guard Commander Zalic presents the artifact to determine trustworthiness, and the trial is a painful process:
When you place your hand over Zalic’s, a jolt of pain races through your body and mind. It feels as if your very soul is being skewered and twisted from your flesh. - Silver Threads of Fate (LC1)