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Living metal

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The Necrontyr originally invented living metal for use in constructing their ships. It is a metallic substance that appears to grow and heal as if it were part of a living organism. It is most often associated with the skin of the C'tan as well as the bodies of the Necrons and their amazing regenerative abilities.¹ The hands of Ferrus Manus were also said to be made of living metal.^{[Needs Citation]}

A class of weapons known as C'tan Phase Weapons are also thought to utilize living metal. These are usually potent close combat weapons but when they come into contact with the living metal hide of a C'tan, they are sucked from the hands of their wielder as if the C'tan is reabsorbing a part of its body.^{[Needs Citation]}

The hull of the Necron Monolith is also made of the almighty living metal. Powerful weapons such as Meltaguns, Multi-meltas and Power Fists are nearly rendered obsolete.¹ Such a deadly monument to the Necron powers has inspired the infamous Tau saying "Living Armor Happens".^{[Needs Citation]}