Lift Gas

The gas bubbles up from the depths of Lake Dako within the crater of the volcano Mount Kiji. The secrets of its extraction were closely guarded by the Xana Empire, giving them a technological monopoly that allowed for their conquest of Dara.[TGOK-20]Because Mount Kiji is the only known source, its capture is a primary strategic objective in every major war. When Gin Mazoti captured Rui for Kuni Garu, it effectively crippled Mata Zyndu's ability to build new airships, a turning point in the civil war.[TGOK-43]When the Lyucu invaded, they learned of the gas's location from a duped Zato Ruthi and made seizing Mount Kiji a top priority.[TWOS-36]