Alchemy

 was a category of magic somewhat related to chemistry.

Alchemy used special symbols. Alchemy was sometimes used to prepare a component for more complex spells.

As with chemistry, much of the practice of alchemy was in the laboratory. Thane was familiar with it, and taught Brianna Barter some basics: Saturdays Thane gave an alchemy lesson and lab work.

While related to chemistry, it was a separate discipline; it was also related to herbalism but distinct from that as well: ''topic was chemistry and alchemy and the magical principles involved with substances. It was no secret that Thane was grooming her to be his laboratory assistant. Rapina found the medical and herbal knowledge she had gleaned while working with the pirate leech served her well as a foundation, but much was added atop that.''

One of the most common goals of Alchemy was the preparation of healing potions, and there were books specifically on Medical Alchemy in the Alistair Vargrend Memorial Library. However, alchemy, along with magic, was a restricted subject for the students from Vindicator-worshiping families.