Alchemy is the magical chemistry of the world of Mythos. It concerns the crafting of materials and potion-making. "Ingredients" are for cooking- alchemists use reagents. This makes alchemy quite costly as a result, with some rare reagents being obtainable only through trade.
A good alchemist must be familiar with all of the schools of magic- otherwise they would not know what they were doing. It is also a difficult magic because it is reliant on factors such as the weather, the time of year, and the stars. Despite the intricacies, alchemists are no stranger to experimenting.
Students of alchemy engage in a rigorous curriculum. They must have a foundation of astrology, which alchemy is reliant upon. Then, they must have an understanding of each of the schools of magic. No one would trust a mad scientist to create an Elixir of Life without any side effects, after all. Alchemists who specialize in healing are known as Apothecarians.
Natural samples from creatures, plants, and the earth. Reagents can be transformed into other substances through the process of transmutation. In order to be mixed into potions, reagents must first be processed into tinctures.
AMBER — Rare. Gemstone of Conjuration magic.
AMETHYST — Rare. Gemstone of Storm magic.
AQUAMARINE — Rare. Gemstone of Water magic. It often has inclusions of saltwater.
AZOTH — Rare. Universal solvent of Arcane magic used to make all types of potions. The substance itself is believed to contain the complete knowledge of the whole universe. Obtained by disenchanting magical items.
BRIMSTONE — Common. Acrid and combustible substance collected in areas of volcanic activity.
COPPER — Uncommon. One of the essential metals of alchemy.
DIAMOND — Rare.
EMERALD — Rare. Gemstone of Life magic.
FIRE SALTS — Uncommon. Flammable orange and red salt mined in volcanic areas.
GOLD — Uncommon. One of the essential metals of alchemy.
IRON — Uncommon. One of the essential metals of alchemy.
LAPIS LAZULI — Rare.
MOONSTONE — Rare. Gemstone of Ice magic. It is believed to be made of the solidified rays of moonlight.
OBSIDIAN — Rare. Gemstone of Shadow magic. Found in areas of volcanic activity, as it forms when lava cools. It is associated with Shadow for being a pure black glass.
ONYX — Rare. Gemstone of Death magic.
OPAL — Rare. Gemstone of Light magic.
PEARL — Rare. Formed inside mollusks. Their rarity should not be misunderstood- hundreds of shells must be cracked before a single pearl is found. Considered to be powerful gems of Water magic. Native to the Isle of the Vual'hi.
PHILOSOPHER'S STONE — Legendary. A glasslike red gemstone, heavier than gold, that is highly sought after for its use in magic. It dissolves in Azoth.
QUARTZ — Uncommon. Gemstone of Arcane magic.
RUBY — Rare. Gemstone of Fire magic.
SAPPHIRE — Rare. Gemstone of Water magic.
SILVER — Uncommon. One of the essential metals of alchemy.
CATMINT — Uncommon. Herb which alleviates pain, repels bugs and attracts felines.
CHAMOMILE — Common. White flower with a yellow center, like a daisy. Known for its soothing properties.
FRANKINCENSE — Common.
HEAL-ALL — Rare. Edible purple flowers which grow in clusters. Named for its healing properties.
HEMLOCK — Uncommon. A nasty smelling plant and deadly poison.
LAVENDER — Common. Purple clustered flowers known to be relaxing.
LOVE-IN-IDLENESS — Rare. Pinkish purple flower with aphrodisiac effects. Used in Love Potions.
MANDRAKE — Uncommon. A plant with roots in the shape of a miniature man.
MYRRH — Common.
NIGHTSHADE — Uncommon. A poisonous plant which grows flowers and berries.
ROSE — Common. Red flower with a thorny stem.
SAGE — Common. Culinary herb believed to have protective effects.
SOOTHESAP — Common. Dunmorrow's natural painkiller. It can be applied on wounds or ingested. This herb grows in areas with a healthy amount of sunlight and rain.
WOLFSBANE — Common. A flower and deadly poison, the effects of which include frothing at the mouth, similar to rabies, hence the name.
BLOOD — Common. Harvested from a living creature.
BONE — Common. A bone from a creature.
COBWEB — Common. Collected spider web.
DRAGON'S BLOOD — Uncommon.
DRAGON SCALE — Rare. A scale taken from a dragon's hide.
ECTOPLASM — Uncommon. Slimy substance which is left behind by ghosts.
GLACIAL SNOW — Uncommon. Snow shavings collected from a solid glacier.
HUMAN HEART — Uncommon. Harvested from a human body.
SNAKE VENOM — Uncommon. Collected from a snake's fangs.
SOOT — Common. Black powder formed during the burning of coal or charred wood.
WATER OF LIFE — Legendary. Collected from the spring underneath the World Tree.
While alchemy can heal, strengthen, and even save lives, there are some downsides to potions. Drinking potions on an empty stomach can cause unwanted gastrointestinal symptoms.
ANTIDOTE — Cures all diseases or illnesses, though it tastes medicinal and unpleasant. Requires Azoth, Emerald, Mugwort, and Yarrow.
ANTIVENOM — Tastes sour, but cures the user of a poisonous bite from a snake, spider, or other creature. Requires Azoth, Emerald, and Snake Venom.
BASILISK OIL — When poured on the mouth, returns a victim who has been petrified in stone back into their living form. Has an oily consistency and leaves a strange aftertaste. Requires Azoth, Amber, Basilisk Spit, and Quartz.
BLACK REMEDY — Restores necromantic energy to the undead user, effectively a "Healing Potion" for the undead. Drinking it is like inhaling smoke. Requires Azoth, Human Heart, Mandrake, Onyx, and Wings clipped from a Bat.
CONCOCTION OF ICE — Increases the user's Ice magic strength and gives them resistance to the cold. Tastes like snow, with a slushy consistency. Requires Azoth, Frozen Ice Crystals, Glacial Snow, and Moonstone.
DRAUGHT OF DEATH — A deadly poison which puts the user to sleep. It has no taste, and it is difficult to detect as a cause of death post mortem. Requires Azoth, Hemlock, Nightshade, and Onyx.
ELIXIR OF LIFE — Heals the user to full health and cures all diseases or illnesses. Requires Azoth, a Philosopher's Stone, and Water of Life.
FIRE-BREATHING FLASK — Increases the user's Fire magic strength, temporarily allowing them to breathe fire. Has a spicy taste. Requires Azoth, Brimstone, Dragon's Blood, Fire Salts, and Ruby.
GET WELL SOON POTION — A less potent, more natural version of the Antidote and Healing Potions. It heals common illnesses and their symptoms such as coughing, fever, and sneezing.
HEALING POTION — Heals a portion of the user's health, stops bleeding, and numbs pain. Like tea, it must be brewed. Tastes herbal. Requires Azoth, Heal-All, Emerald, and Lavender.
LOVE POTION — Induces the user to fall in love with the first person they see. Extremely difficult to make. Tastes delicious. Requires Azoth, the Blood of a lover killed on their wedding day, Mistletoe, Love-in-Idleness, the last Petal of a Rose, Rose Quartz, Sugar, and the Tears of a Sylph.
MOONBRINE — Makes the user fall asleep harmlessly, though they may have vivid dreams. Tastes salty. Requires Azoth, Chamomile, and Salt Water left in Moonlight.
NAIAD'S ALE — Increases the user's Water magic strength and allows them to temporarily breathe underwater. Tastes like sea water. Requires Azoth, Fermented Seaweed, Pearl, a Raindrop, and Spring Water.
PHILTER OF MADNESS — Temporarily makes the user lose their mind. In battle, they might accidentally attack their allies.
PHIAL OF PROTECTION — Temporarily gives the user great resistance to magic, though it makes their own less powerful as well. Requires boiled Azoth, Sage, and one gemstone for each school of magic: Amber, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Emerald, Moonstone, Obsidian, Onyx, Opal, Quartz, and Ruby.
TONIC OF REJUVINATION — Refreshes the user's stamina, energy, and mana. Has a slight bitter taste. Requires Azoth, Catmint, Soothesap, and Opal.
VIAL OF TRUTH — The user can speak nothing but the truth as long as the potion is under effect. The taste is bitter and hard to swallow.
WITCH'S BREW — Noxious poison with a foul taste. Requires Azoth, Nightshade, Onyx, a Poison Apple, and Wolfsbane.
