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The Doclopedia #2,421
Facts About Potions: Preparation
Proper preparation in advance of the actual potion creation is an absolute must. Cleanliness, safety equipment, and freedom from interruptions need to be accomplished before anything else. We’ve all heard the story of Miragol of Seacliff, who used a single mortar and pestle that was contaminated with Quab Oil. At the most crucial point in her potion creation, the elixir turned gaseous, she breathed it in, and now she is a humanoid badger. CLEANLINESS CAN SAVE YOUR LIFE! Do not cut corners!
Safety equipment will very according to the potion one is making, but always have what you need. Don’t be like Hul Dimtoo of Chaljonia, who would not have half a face and a missing left arm if he had worn the right outfit.
To insure freedom from interruptions, we suggest just paying a mage to cast a Safety From Everything around your laboratory. It will last 24 hours or more, and you will hear nary an insect buzz from outside the limits of the spell.
that although creating a secure storage area may be expensive at the beginning, it will pay for itself over time.
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