Alchemist’s Supplies contain the specialized instruments required for mixing, measuring, heating, and refining alchemical compounds. A typical kit includes glassware, burners, scales, stirring rods, and other precision tools used in the creation of potions, reagents, acids, and experimental mixtures. These supplies are indispensable to alchemists, artificers, healers, and scholars engaged in the study or production of alchemical goods.
Usage:
Alchemist’s Supplies allow trained practitioners to safely handle and create a wide variety of alchemical substances. From brewing potions and preparing medicines to experimenting with volatile compounds, these tools serve as the foundation of the alchemical craft.
| Type | Availability | License Tier | Source Cost | Wholesale Price | Base Price | Premium Price | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tools | Common | 1 | 25gp | 37gp | 50gp | 75gp | 8 lb |
Alchemist's Supplies are commonly available in major cities, trade hubs, and centers of learning. Smaller settlements may only stock basic kits or require special ordering through merchants or guilds.
Export Locations: Lantan, Thay, Halruaa
Premium Markets: Waterdeep, Calimport, Athkatla
Exotic Markets: Huzuz, Qudra, Skuld
Exotic Market Notes
Huzuz – Wealthy merchants and scholars import specialized tools that local craftsmen do not commonly produce at scale.
Qudra – As a major trade crossroads, Qudra serves as a redistribution center for imported technical and alchemical equipment.
Skuld – Temples, academies, and learned institutions create steady demand for imported instruments used in medicine, scholarship, and magical research.
Common Buyers: Alchemists, apothecaries, adventurers, artificers, scholars, magical academies, healers
Common Producers: Toolmakers, glassblowers, metalworkers, alchemical guilds, artificers
Profit Potential: Moderate
Alchemist's Supplies should be stored in padded containers to protect delicate glassware and precision instruments. Moisture, rough handling, and contamination can damage components and reduce their effectiveness.
Transport Risks: Low
Storage Difficulty: Easy
Spoilage Risks: None
Inspection Frequency: Occasional
Smuggling Appeal: Low
Regulation Level: Low
Although not inherently hazardous, Alchemist's Supplies are closely associated with the production of regulated goods such as potions, acids, poisons, and alchemical reagents. Guilds and authorities may monitor large purchases or shipments, particularly near military installations or regions with strict controls on alchemical production. Their consistent demand makes them a reliable trade commodity throughout Faerûn.
| Tier | Description |
|---|---|
0 - Open |
This item may be freely bought, sold, transported, and stored without special permits or registration. Open Trade goods form the foundation of everyday commerce and are rarely subject to inspection beyond normal taxation. |
1 - Registered |
This item is legal to trade but may be subject to routine taxation, record-keeping, or inspection when transported in commercial quantities. Merchants conducting regular business in these goods are often expected to maintain a recognized trade registration. |
2 - Controlled |
This item is considered hazardous, specialized, or otherwise regulated. Merchants may be required to obtain a trade license, maintain records of sale, or submit shipments for inspection. Bulk transport is often monitored by guilds, city authorities, or trade officials. |
3 - Restricted |
This item possesses significant economic, strategic, or industrial value. Trade is limited to approved merchants, guild members, chartered companies, or licensed organizations. Unauthorized possession or transport may result in confiscation, fines, or suspension of trade privileges. |
4 - Chartered |
This item is subject to monopolies, exclusive trade agreements, state control, or powerful guild charters. Production, transport, and sale are closely regulated. Access is typically restricted to organizations operating under special contracts, noble grants, or government authorization. |
5 - Prohibited |
This item is illegal to produce, possess, transport, or sell within most jurisdictions. Exceptions are rare and generally require direct authorization from ruling authorities. Violations often carry severe penalties, including imprisonment, asset seizure, exile, or execution. |