First Year Potions Notes
written by Elizabeth Wonders
There you go, your brand-new notes for Potions 101! Good luck! <3 (Notes on other subjects are coming out. Owl me if you would like to request a specific subject published sooner.)
Last Updated
05/14/24
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Lesson 3) It's A Kind of Magic (Tools and Brewing)
Chapter 3
- Cauldrons are the iconic tool used by potioneers
- Different materials are used for cauldrons, including pewter, brass, and copper
- Pewter is the slowest and least expensive, brass is medium speed, and copper is the fastest
- Silver cauldrons have a smooth brew time and enhance the effects of potions
- Dragon-hide gloves, goggles, and a wand are essential for safety in potion-making
- Other tools include scales, measuring cups, a ruler, a knife, a cutting board, a mortar and pestle, and a stirring utensil
- A measure is a standardized unit of volume, similar to a tablespoon or teaspoon, but slightly larger at approximately 40 mL
- Clean your cauldron and implements thoroughly to avoid interactions between old and new brews
- Organize your station to save time and prevent accidents
- Brewing potions requires patience, precision, and following directions
- Prepping ingredients in advance can help with efficiency, but some must be prepared fresh
- Self-heating cauldrons can be convenient for daily brewing
- Ingredients must be added in the correct order for proper reactions to occur
- Stir the potion in the correct direction and number of times with your wand
- Potion brew time includes both active and passive brewing time
- Store potions in glass or crystal phials, labeled with important information
- Some potions require maturing time before use, check expiration dates
- Choose a suitable storage location for your potions
