It was a dull black metallic material that did not reflect any light. Etched into the handle was a depiction of an ancient mythological creature; it resembled a white dragon

And suddenly the different way that I perceive things kicks in.

I don't care what colour it is, how long is it compared to the stick that has used since being outside the city? Is is a short stick that he presses down on for support? Or a longer one where he hangs his weight from the top of it to rest? If it's the same length as the previous one then the same muscles will be taking the strain, if different then he will have a whole new set of aches.

Sorry, I had told you I'm a kinaesthetic thinker not a visualiser.