Water
From KB Lexicon
Water
| Type | Elemental |
|---|---|
| Source | Any clean water source |
| Classification | Standard & Base Liquids |
| Primary Uses | General potion base, dilution, cleansing |
| Common Potions | Nearly all |
| Alchemical Properties | Neutral, receptive |
| Magical Effects | Carries and mediates other effects |
| Hazard Level | Low |
| Shelf Life | Varies by source |
| Notes | “Check your base” is step one of diagnosing 80% of student brewing failures. |
Water is the ultimate carrier.
Everything else rides inside it: herbs, metals, venoms, starlight, bad decisions.
The cleaner and more appropriate the source, the more reliable the potion.