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Apothecary—a craft steeped in the secrets of chemical processing and the transformative power of nature's bounty. Those who wield this skill possess the knowledge and skill to harness the essence of plants, herbs, and minerals, shaping them into an array of valuable commodities that enrich both body and soul.
<!-- The apothecary skill allows for the creation of healing teas, bandages, poultices, salves, and potions. -->
Apothecary—an ancient craft steeped in the mysteries of chemical manipulation and the transformative essence of nature's bounty. Those who possess this skill wield the power to unlock the hidden potential of plants, herbs, and minerals.


At its core, the Apothecary skill is a testament to the alchemical fusion of science and nature. Practitioners of this craft possess the ability to craft raw materials into an array of final products, ranging  candles to soaps, perfume coveted by the elite and rich, to cooking spices, and medicines. Through the skilled hands of an apothecary, the humblest of herbs and minerals are elevated to prized utility.
Through the hands of an skilled apothecary, the simplest of herbs and minerals have the potential to become life-saving.  


Budding apothecaries gain basic insight into the medicinal properties of various plants, mastering simple extraction techniques to create healing teas and remedies.
Novice apothecaries embark on a journey of discovery, gaining insight into the medicinal properties of various plants and mastering the art of simple extraction techniques to concoct healing teas, ointments and salves, which are generally valued and sought after by healers.


True masters of this art are capable of  more exacting and rigorous methodologies, such as the intricate furnace and alembic-based steam extraction of essential oils.  These potent elixirs serve as the foundation for a myriad of remedies and cures, each carefully crafted to heal, soothe, or rejuvenate.  
Many apothecaries work closely with healers to create unique remedies or new treatments for various ailments.


The most gifted of apothecaries are even rumoured to be able to create potions with magical qualities.
True masters of this ancient art are capable of unlocking its full potential, delving into more intricate and demanding methodologies to create potent potions, cures and remedies to alleviate various maladies.  


Apothecary rely on their '''intelligence''' and '''willpower'''.
It is commonly rumored that the  most gifted and esoteric of apothecaries possess the ability to somehow infuse their elixers with magical properties.
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Latest revision as of 10:43, 17 May 2024

Apothecary—an ancient craft steeped in the mysteries of chemical manipulation and the transformative essence of nature's bounty. Those who possess this skill wield the power to unlock the hidden potential of plants, herbs, and minerals.

Through the hands of an skilled apothecary, the simplest of herbs and minerals have the potential to become life-saving.

Novice apothecaries embark on a journey of discovery, gaining insight into the medicinal properties of various plants and mastering the art of simple extraction techniques to concoct healing teas, ointments and salves, which are generally valued and sought after by healers.

Many apothecaries work closely with healers to create unique remedies or new treatments for various ailments.

True masters of this ancient art are capable of unlocking its full potential, delving into more intricate and demanding methodologies to create potent potions, cures and remedies to alleviate various maladies.

It is commonly rumored that the most gifted and esoteric of apothecaries possess the ability to somehow infuse their elixers with magical properties.

Apothecary rely on their intelligence and willpower


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