Qwerrium

Qwerrium is a rare stable exotic element found sparingly throughout the galaxy in extremely low-gravity environments, such as on comets and in deep space. The element seems to have an aversion to higher-gravity environments, such as near planets or stars, and can not be found there naturally. Qwerrium emits spatial distortions if sufficiently energised. These distortions can be harnessed to create faster-than-light propulsion. The element could also be used as a potent power source in special reactors.

Due to its rarity and use in interstellar travel, the elemt was highly valuable to interstellar nations such as the Ursear Republic, the Allied Systems Federation, and the K'adurbian Stellar Empire, among others.

The Nova of Saris is a infamous moment where the rarity of Qwerrium decreased dramatically, as the artificial supernova of the star Saris infused the planet Ursaarus with vast amounts of Qwerrium. During Galactic Dawn, the planet continually emitted Qwerrium that tried to escape the gravity of the now-dead planet.