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The term “Iduali” literally means “[this substance] insects”, and was applied to a tribe in Jacurutu that was massacred for stealing this substance. This substance is sold by vendors that cry “Ikhut-eigh!” and “Soo-soo sook!” Possession of this substance is indicated by different-sized metallic rings that both act as currency and confer social status. In their lifecycle, juvenile creatures called “little makers” form barriers to wall off this substance, as it is poisonous to their adult forms. This substance, measured in drachms, is transported in containers called (*) literjons. A poisonous liquid named for this substance was consumed by Sayyadina like Ramallo to unlock their genetic memory and become Reverend Mothers. (10[1]-5[1])Catchpockets (-5[1])and nostril plugs (10[1])are parts of a full-body outfit that preserves this substance called a stillsuit. For 10 points, name this substance revered by the Fremen due to its extreme scarcity on Arrakis ■END■ (10[2])

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