In the heart of an ancient forest sanctuary, the Copper Crocus symbol beckoned to Aes Ustum, a master alchemist. Guided by an ancient text, he sought the mysterious slatt from the crucible—a viscous residue formed from countless alchemical reactions. Aes spent years collecting and refining this elusive substance, meticulously scraping it from the crucible walls. As he did, he noticed traces of rust within the slatt, a byproduct of the alchemical process that hinted at hidden potential.

One moonlit night, Aes combined the refined slatt, now interwoven with rust, with the Copper Crocus symbol inscribed. As the mixture bubbled and shimmered, the rust within the slatt reacted in an unexpected yet profound way. Rather than weakening the casting, the rust infused the mixture with a unique energy, enhancing the transmutation process. The Crocus flower seemed to bloom with radiant power, and the crucible glowed with an ethereal light.

In that moment, Aes unlocked the true secrets of the Crocus. The rust, once seen as a flaw, had become an integral part of the alchemical process, symbolizing the beauty and power found in imperfection. With the enhanced power from the rust-infused slatt, Aes gained unparalleled mastery over the elements, transforming base metals into gold and harnessing the energy of the earth. The rust had not hindered the casting but had instead elevated it, proving that true alchemical mastery lies in embracing the unexpected.