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Replaced alcohol and caffeine sections with a link to the "Food and Drink of the Imperium" page, since everything is already there. Some cleaning
'''Narcotics''' are addictive, albeit illegal, substances used for their pleasurable side-effects, as opposed to [[combat drugs]] that are used to strengthen the body and mind for battle (notable on the battlefield, or in gladiatorial arenas). Narcotics can be ingested in a variety of forms. Most notable are being inhaled by smoking or injected directly into the bloodstream. Some narcotics share both methods, or take on other forms of use entirely. Smokable forms are commonly kept in paper cylinders, much like a common cigarette, and are ingested using an igniter and a form of filter. Injected versions are held in injector vials or other forms of containment. Narcotics can take many forms: rocks, glass, plants, gases, liquids, etc.{{CME}}
==History==
Since the dawn of time, humanity has used narcotics to alter their psychical, and psychological state. This is true of the 41st Millennium. The most common abused substance during this time are [[lho-leaf]]. Easy to obtain, the stick version (which is lit and inhaled via filters) is popular among the [[Imperium]] citizenry and military (in the case of the [[Imperial Guard]] and the various [[PDF]]s). It is a generally understood fact that every hive has a '''obscura-den''' located somewhere in it's massive structure, as '''obscura''' has become the second most widely abused narcotic in the whole of the Imperium.{{CME}}
==Known Narcotics==
*[[Admylladox]]
*[[Black Lethe]]
*[[Cotin]] - Mild recreational narcotic.{{Fn|224}}
*[[Crystal Ersatz]]
*[[De-Tox]]
*[[Fervor]]
*[[Flect]]s - First truly noticed by the [[Inquisitor]] [[Gideon Ravenor]]. They are discovered to be psycho-active pieces of glass retrieved from Imperium patrolled and forbidden space. Flects are the pieces of window glass blown out from the devastated hives in [[Lucky Space]], located near the [[Scarus Sector]] of [[Segmentum Obscurus]]. The pieces of hive glass had been exposed to the powers of a [[warp storm]] for several centuries. The name flects, is a word-play on "reflection" (coined by the low-stackers of [[Petropolis]]), in reference to the fact that when one looks into the piece of glass they see a "reflection" of the Warp. Sometimes it is a positive experience, other times it is not. Flects have been documented as being able to drive a human being insane, and are known to give a sense of euphoria upon gazing into its surface. They are undoubtedly [[Chaos]]-tainted. Notable users include [[Carl Thonius]], Gideon Ravenor's [[Interrogator]].
*[[Ghast]]{{fn|203}}*[[Gladstones]] - Rocks that are slightly psyk-reactive. They can be held in the users palm of either hand, or held under the tongue. They have been documented to provide a sense of well-being (described as a warm, blissful sensation) and sublime for days, possibly weeks on a single use. However, as they alter the users state of mind, the Imperium has deemed them illegal. They are usually a pale stone (commonly yellowish in color), of small form, smooth sided, rounded and warm to the touch. They are mined on distant outworlds and are found to be extremely popular in twist clubs and lounges.{{CME}}
*[[Golconda]]
*[[Grinweed]] - Little is known about Grinweed except that it makes the user lose all sense of reality. The name "grinweed" originates from the fact that it is known to make the user "grin" upon ingestion. It takes the form of a plant, of unknown origin, that is reputably either made into a tea, or smoked much like lho-leaf.{{CME}}
*[[Idea]]
*[[Kalma]]
*[[Obscura]] - A widely used though prohibited drug in the Imperium. It produces a pleasant dream-like state which lasts a few hours, but then turns into a deep depression once it wears off unless another dose is taken.{{Fn|1}} It is highly addictive and has been known to be smoked and injected directly into the bloodstream.
*[[Opiatix]]
*[[Penshel Seeds]] - A very mild stimulant that have fallen into near-disuse. They are an old favorite in the artists' quarter of [[Dorsay]]. The seeds are dried, rolled, and smoked in pipes.{{CME}}
*[[Qash]]
*[[Redux]]
*[[Sleeper]]{{Fn|224}}*[[Sniff-Musk]] - Another little understood psycho-active drug. It is inhaled through the nose as a inhalant gas. It is usually concentrated and may be able to be utilized in an injection style ingestion. There are various purities ranging from cheap, dangerous concentrations to expensive, "pure" doses. The effect is has is relatively unknown, except that it alters the users mind-state and is deemed illegal by the Imperium. It is generally understood that sniff-musk is frequented among wealthy aristocrats, much like obscura.{{CME}}
*[[Somna]]
*[[Spook]] - An addictive and highly illegal psychic [[combat drugs|drug]] manufactured in [[Necromunda (planet)|Necromunda]]. The drug is created from decayed synthdiet found beneath the hive cities.{{Fn|32}}*[[Topaz]] - Stimulant.{{Fn|224}}
*[[Torpor]]
*[[Tox-Jack]]
*[[Tyche's Kiss]]
*[[Weirdroot]]
*[[Wildfire]]{{Fn|23}} ===Alcohol===*[[Ale]] from algae{{Fn|6}}*[[Amasec]] - A popular alcoholic beverage distilled from wine. Its quality can vary considerably, ranging from basic brews to well-aged brands suitable only for fine tastes.{{Fn|1}}*[[Arcady Pride (Drink)|Arcady Pride]]{{Fn|25}}*[[Dammassine]]{{Fn|7}}*[[Jeneza]] - Heavy, dark malt beer.{{Fn|22}}*[[Jovian Silk Cognac]] - very expensive spirit. A glass is worth more than the entirety of a poorer individual's possessions.{{Fn|4}}*[[Klogfisz]] - Spirit native to [[Banjax]] and brewed from vegetable roots.{{Fn|8}}*[[Mama Juana]] - A mix of rum, red wine and honey combined with the soaked bark of the [[Eurycoma Tree|Eurycoma]] tree.{{Fn|27}}*[[Mjød]] - Commonly consumed by [[Space Wolves]].{{Fn|9}}*[[Old-Foiz]]{{Fn|10}}*[[Opalwine]]{{Fn|22}}*[[Raenka]]{{Fn|11}}*[[Rahzvod]] - a clear alcoholic drink from [[Vostroya]], looks and tastes like vodka (there are many varieties depending on region of origin - some are slightly coloured by their ingredients).{{Fn|12}}*[[Rezi]] - Citrus-flavoured alcoholic beverage.{{Fn|22}}*[[Rotgut]]{{Fn|15}}*[[Sacra]] - A spirit originally brewed on [[Tanith]], before the planet was destroyed. The beverage of choice for the surviving men of Tanith.{{Fn|17}}*[[Second Best]]{{Fn|13}}*[[Slatov]]{{Fn|22}}*[[Theosophist's Philtre]] - A heady, thick alcoholic beverage found on [[Archaos]] and is illegal under ancient law of that world. Drinking it is said to bring depth and clarity of thought. It is very rare and is valued as a sign of culture and wealth amongst the sophisticates of the [[Calixis Sector]].{{Fn|1}}*[[Tranq]] - A variety of artificial, alcoholic chem-distillates. Drinking it results in a numbing of the body and mind, and is an acquired taste as its effects are also unpleasant and depressive.{{Fn|1}}*[[Uskavar]]{{Fn|26}}*[[Whiskey]]{{Fn|14}}**[[Grain Whiskey]]{{Fn|14}}**[[Root-Whiskey]]{{Fn|14}}*[[Wild Snake]]{{Fn|16}}*[[Wine]]{{Fn|5}}**[[Estufagemi]] - A wine from [[Iesta Veracrux]].{{Fn|24}}**[[Firewine]]{{Fn|5}}*[[Wobble]] - Cheaply fermented from [[Ploin]]s.{{Fn|11}}*[[Yayorian Wheat Liquor]] - A strong alcoholic drink native to [[Yayor]].{{Fn|21}} ===Caffeine===The term "caffeine" is used to refer broadly to any beverage (usually served hot) which contains caffeine, especially by the Imperial Guard.{{Fn|2}}*[[Recaf]] - A popular hot beverage containing some form of stimulant such as caffeine or detoxified pharamoxine compounds.{{Fn|1}}*[[Tai]] - simple drink similar to tea.{{Fn|18}}*[[Tea]] - presumably the analog of the standard tea.{{Fn|19}}
==See Also==
*[[Food_and_Drink_of_the_Imperium#Drink|Alcohol and Caffeine]]
*[[Combat Drugs]]
*[[Stimms]]
==Sources==
*{{Endn|1}}: [[Rogue Trader Rulebook]], pgs. 141-143
*{{Endn|2}}: [[Gaunt's Ghosts (Novel Series)|Gaunt's Ghosts Series]]*{{Endn|3}}: [[White Dwarf 130]], [[Confrontation]] by [[Bryan Ansell]], [[Rick Priestley]] and [[Nigel Stillman]]*{{Endn|4}}: [[Against the Grain (Short Story)]], [[No Good Men (Anthology)]]*{{Endn|5}}: [[Farseer (Novel)]], Chapter One*{{Endn|6}}: [[Codex Imperialis (Background Book)]], pg. 71*{{Endn|7}}: [[Priests of Mars (Novel)]], Microcontent 09, pg. 88*{{Endn|8}}: [[Warhammer Siege]], pg. 94 - ''Example Scenarios: Axe the Tax''*{{Endn|9}}: [[Stormseeker (Short Story)]]*{{Endn|10}}: [[Fire Warrior (Novel)]], Chapter 6, pg. 156*{{Endn|11}}: [[Rogue Trader: Into the Storm]], pg. 134*{{Endn|12}}: [[The Firstborn Daughter (Short Story)]]*{{Endn|13}}: [[A World Above (Short Story)]]*{{Endn|14}}: [[Against the Grain (Short Story)]] — [[No Good Men (Anthology)]]*{{Endn|15}}: [[Dark Heresy Second Edition: Core Rulebook]], pg. 174*{{Endn|16}}: [[The Day of Thirst (Short Story)]]*{{Endn|17}}: [[Sabbat Martyr (Novel)]], Chapter Five*{{Endn|18}}: [[The Emperor Expects (Novel)]], Chapter 18*{{Endn|19}}: [[Of Honour and Iron (Novel)]], Chapter 9*{{Endn|203}}: [https://web.archive.org/web/20240528162517/https://www.warhammer-community.com/2019/04/02/apocrypha-necromundus-house-helmawr/ Apocrypha Necromundus: House Helmawr] (archived 28 May 2024, last accessed 28 May 2024)*{{Endn|21}}: [[Last Stand on Yayor (Comic)]] - [[Flames of Damnation (Comic Anthology)]]*{{Endn|224}}: [[Bloodlines (Novel)]], Glossary*{{Endn|235}}: [[Cast a Hungry Shadow (Short Story)]]*{{Endn|24}}: [[Nemesis (Novel)]], One*{{Endn|25}}: [[Cadia Stands (Novel)]], Part one, One*{{Endn|26}}: [[Nightbringer (Novel)]], Nine*{{Endn|27}}: [[Fulgrim (Novel)]], Thirteen
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