Terpene Vapor

Overview

Terpene Vapor is a family of organic volatiles emitted by biosynthetic organisms. It carries the aroma of life — resin, flower, and forest — and serves as a universal biosignature for living worlds. In psionic botany, Terpene Vapor is called “the scent of thought,” linking flora and fauna in chemical communion.

Physical and Psionic Properties

Terpenes are isoprene polymers that stabilize atmospheric oxygen and attract pollinators. Psionically, they transmit emotional signatures between organisms, forming low-level telepathic “green networks.” Under Viridite illumination, terpene molecules fluoresce, revealing invisible airflow currents.

Phases

• **Gas:** Volatile atmospheric component.
• **Liquid:** Concentrated resin phase.
• **Crystal:** Rare psionic condensation known as “living amber.”

Uses and Occurrences

• Found on all biospheric Continuum worlds.
• Used in perfumes, incense, and divine anointing oils.
• Serves as natural antiseptic and psionic amplifier.

Related Atmospheres

• Mycomorph
• Thalassogenic
• Permian-Like Atmosphere

Trivia

• The Continuum proverb “to breathe the forest” refers to terpene intoxication.
• Ancient botanists described it as “life whispering in scent.”