Searching for New Materials

<The dwarf looks up from his work expectantly.>$B$BIf you're looking to commission a piece,get in line,$c. I've got my hands full maintaining the Sons' equipment and preparing us for the day when we'll take the battle to the enemy again.$B$BOur metal stocks are getting very low since crust borers invaded the mines. I've been experimenting with natural materials from the raging clefthoof that graze in the areas northeast of the Hold,and while they're no substitute for iron,I'm learning to make do.