In the bustling alchemical halls of the Waterdeep Trading Company, potioncraft has evolved into a discipline of precision, planning, and magical engineering. Among the most efficient techniques is the use of intermediate base formulations, standardized mixtures created in advance and used across multiple potion types. These are not finished potions, but powerful pre-distillations that save time, reduce waste, and ensure consistency across every batch.

Now, the process has grown even more refi...