Survivors & villagers
Alchemist
Balthazar is a survivor and Craftsperson that you rescue from an Ancient Vault. He is an accomplished alchemist and scholar found in the Ancient Vault - Alchemist during the quest Powerful Alchemy.
He crafts Potions and Spells, as well as Armor for caster-centric characters. His workstations include the Grinding Stones, Alchemy Station, and Laboratory to concoct ingredients for his craft.
Balthazar's quests seek to recover his lost Mortar and track down other tools like the Cauldron, Scientific Instruments or the Alchemist's Wall Hanging to construct workstations and expand his selection of recipes.
The Alchemist Balthazar brews potions and other concoctions
- Location
- Ancient Vault - Alchemist
- Unlock Quest
- Powerful Alchemy
How to obtain
The Alchemist can craft a multitude of potions, spells, armor, and alchemical reagents.
Crafted Here
Item | Ingredients | Craft Time | Crafting Stations |
|---|---|---|---|
Item | Ingredients | Craft Time | Crafting Stations |
 Acid Bite x20 |  Poison Sack x2   Goo x5  Springlands Dirt x20 | Alchemist  | |
 |  Torn Cloth x3  String x6  Resin x2  | Instant | Alchemist |
 | Torn Cloth x5 String x5  Bonemeal x7  Metal Scraps x2  Active Mycelium x25 | Instant | Alchemist |
 | Torn Cloth x2 String x4 Bonemeal x2 Metal Scraps x1  | Instant | Alchemist |
 | Bonemeal x2 Torn Cloth x2 String x1 Metal Scraps x1 | Instant | Alchemist |
 | Bonemeal x4 String x2 Torn Cloth x2  | Instant | Alchemist |
|  Fired Brick x20  Wood Planks x6  Nails x10  Wood Logs x3  Copper Bar x5  Cauldron x1 | Instant | Alchemist |
  | Instant | Alchemist  | |
|  Honey x1  Thyme x1  Chamomile x1  Diamond Dust x1 | Instant | Alchemist |
 | Instant | Alchemist | |
| Thyme x4 Diamond Dust x1 | Instant | Alchemist |
 Antidote x3 | Poison Sack x1  Milk x3  Spider Gland x5 | Instant | Alchemist  |
 |  Leather x2  Shadowbloom x4  Scales x4  Shroud Sand x20 | Instant | Alchemist |
 |  Iron Bars x3  Padding x1  Aloe x7   Fell Heart x1 | Instant | Alchemist |
 |   Green Fabric x2  Lapislazuli x6 | Instant | Alchemist |
 Archmage Hat x1 | Lapislazuli x3 Green Fabric x1   | Instant | Alchemist |
 | Green Fabric x2  Sulfur x4   Iron Bars x2 | Instant | Alchemist |
 Athanor x1 |  Glass x10  Bronze Bars x10  Lump of Clay x5 | Instant | Alchemist |
 Ball Lightning I x20 | Bonemeal x4  Tin Bars x1  | Instant | Alchemist |
  Silver Dust x2 | Instant | Alchemist | |
 |  Plant Fiber x1 Iron Bars x1  Black Powder x2 Lump of Clay x1 | Alchemist | |
 Blizzard I x20 | Goo x3 | Instant | Alchemist |
Lapislazuli x10  | Instant | Alchemist | |
 Bug Dust x1 |  | Instant | Alchemist |
Overview
Crafting Equipment
Crafting Equipment | |||
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Quests
See Alchemist Quests
NPC Dialogs
Event | Dialog | Related Quests |
|---|---|---|
Upon First Summoning | “A miracle! I join the living once more. I am Balthazar, an alchemist. I craft potions and other fare.” | - |
Shelter | “Shelter, my friend. My potions, my tools– useless without shelter. Please build me a room where I can work properly and include a bed!” | Begin |
About Staffs And Spells | “I see you’re connected to the Flame, my friend! Oh, glorious light! You must be capable of magic… why not try? Wands are simple to use, but staffs require spells as ammunition… I can teach you! Craft a staff with me from dead wood, and feel the light run through your veins!” | Begin |
Carpentry | “Another set of hands would be useful to us if we ever plan to expand the base! I, for one, could use more storage for my potions. I happen to know the location of another Ancient Vault– why not look around?” | Begin |
Carpenter Rescued | “Another friendly face! This one will make a fine addition to our roster.” | Complete |
Cinder Vault | “When disaster struck, we adapted. Rose above all limitations, freed of prejudice and convention. A splinter group of ancients, usually hidden in silence and obscurity, worked hand in hand with humans to build the Cinder Vaults. They house the only hope humanity has left, hidden from the Shroud…Sleeping, waiting to be roused by the Flameborn.” | - |
Eternally Magical | “We are specks of dust in a whirlwind of stars, my friend. Do you dare to reach out, wishing to grasp a piece of eternity? Perhaps obtaining an eternal spell would suit you! I know one was buried in an underground tomb alongside its dreadful master. You could use it to do a lot of good!” | Begin |
About Weapon Gems | “My research has led me to a bold new theory: The Ancients once had an affinity for “gems”, and used them for "augmentation". Perhaps Flameborn aren’t fit for being augmented– but your weapons could be! If we found an Ancient Gem Forge– I have an inkling of where to look, don’t worry– and perhaps a “conductor” or energy source… Then we could claim the gem power for ourselves!” | Begin |
Purpose Of Weapon Gems | “The might of these gems is unlike any conventional magic, so what was their purpose? Well, the Ancients researched natural power sources such as lava and fire to fuel their constructs. Perhaps the gems are a sort of energy “storage”-- vessels with a magnetic pull that cling to the naturally flowing energy around them, memorizing it, being molded by it… But what grand invention would need such powerful “fuel”?” | Ongoing |
Origins Of Weapon Gems | “Gems are seemingly rare– in our altitude, at least! Their properties are not at all common on the surface. I propose this: The Ancients unearthed these gems on their never-ending dig for knowledge! Why did they abandon the pursuit? Perhaps they were interrupted by a greater mystery, turned calamity: The Shroud?” | Ongoing |
The Elixir’s Dangers | “Flameborn! You carry the Elixir. Please, I beg you to be careful. It brings corruption and death! I’ve seen it happen. At first, it seems to strengthen the body, but it rots the mind! Please, do not drink the Elixir!” | Obtain Elixir  for the first time |
Drank Elixir | “You… drank the Elixir! I see a semblance of madness linger in your eyes. The Flame protects your soul. However, you must take great care. Too many people have drowned their sorrows in this confounded potion! Hell, the great Elixir Wars were fought because of it!” | Consume Elixir for the first time |
Mycelium | “What is that…? That thing you carry. Mycelium? Flameborn, I advise you to be cautious. What you’re holding is highly dangerous. It’s a disease. It’s suffering. It’s a fungus that aims to devour our world… Humans saw potential in the flesh of the plant, but they only brought calamity. Please, stay clear of the substance. It marks demise.” | Obtain Mycelium (Material) for the first time |
Alchemist’s Mortar | “My trusty Mortar is lost. I suspect it is in my tower in Lone Thistle, in the deepest depths… Please find it for me. My abilities will be much greater with it in hand!” | Begin |
Mortar Returned | “My Mortar! You brought it with you. It didn’t cause you any trouble, right? Please, place it in our base for me, will you?” | Complete |
Investigate The Troubling Rumors | “Flameborn! I heard troubling rumors… something horrible and grotesque is happening in the springlands… an abomination and abuse of the Elixir. Please, end this reign of terror before it’s too late!” | Begin |
Flame Protection | ““Flameborn”...do you know why they call you that? You were forged from a sacrificial union between the Ancients and humans. The ancient flame soul allows you to enter the Shroud unharmed, but its glow doesn’t last forever. With this power, you can rebuild the world, no matter what.” | - |
Descend Into The Hollow Halls | “By now, you’ve encountered the Hollow. Skeletal husks, animated by ire and the curse of the Flame. Legends say that they were banished into grand underground halls of unknown origin… I discovered one such hall during my studies, but I could not enter. Maybe you can. Best assemble a team if you have one to descend!” | Begin |
Of Cats And Mice | “I used to have a rat infestation in my old tower. First, it was useful for experiments, but the rat population quickly exceeded my control. I soon saw some stray cats attracted by my test subjects… Chances are slim, but maybe they still populate the area. I could use a new lab partner!” | Begin |
Few Are Left | “It seems we are completed. A meager group, far fewer than expected…our Cinder Vaults could only sentinel so few… but we stand strong nonetheless. Together, we will fan your flames, friend. May your light reach the farthest corners of the land.” | Rescue Blacksmith  , Alchemist  , Hunter  , Farmer  |
Cursed By The Shroud | “You look dreadful, friend. Come closer, let me look at you. Mhh… bloodshot eyes, cotton mouth, and a hint of decay in your breath. You’re suffering from a Fell Curse, no doubt. I advise you to take a cleanser posthaste! You can craft one with the right materials, but they’re only found amongst the Fell in the dead of night, above the Shroud!” | Get afflicted by the Fell Curse for the first time |
About the Collector | “I tasked you to visit the Hollow Halls, so I fear our new associate is partly my doing. You know I walk a path of light. This individual lingers in the shadows… Shelter for all, of course– but I advise caution. This creature twists the strands of fate and ties them into a chaotic swirl. Such dark energy. I wonder how they’ve obtained such powers…” | Summon Collector  for the first time |
Idle | “It’s still magic even if you know how it’s done.” | - |
Idle | “My friend, if I had a sheltered bed…I could really put my skills to work.” | Ongoing |
Idle | “Finally, I can get to work! My crafts can help you, my friend– I have no doubt.” | Complete |
Idle | “Think of all the power you could wield if your weapons were equipped with gems!” | Ongoing |
Idle | “I see you’ve augmented your weapon with a gem! Would you mind if I borrowed it later? I’d like to conduct some experiments with it! …No? Are you sure?” | Complete |
Idle | “Hello there!” | - |
Idle | “I’m sure I can help!” | - |
Idle | “What brings you here, friend?” | - |
Idle | “We’re stronger together.” | - |
Idle | “My friend, I need my old Mortar. The potions I could brew with it…surely would help you. Please. Find it for me.” | Ongoing |
Idle | “I know you are busy, friend. But, my Mortar… what a help it could be!” | Ongoing |
Idle | “My Mortar, yes! Good work, friend! Let’s see what we can craft with it!” | Complete |
Idle | “You need my services?” | - |
Idle | “Descend into the Hollow Halls and venture where I cannot!” | Ongoing |
Idle | “Won’t you look at that! You’ve brought back a little Tyger, have you? Tyger Tyger, burning bright, In the forests of the night; What immortal hand or eye, Could frame thy fearful symmetry?” | Complete |
Idle | “Ah, you brought back someone new! How exciting. This home finally fills with light and life.” | - |
Idle | “Whatever it is, I can enchant it!” | - |
Idle | “Safe travels!” | - |
Idle | “I advise you to prioritize cleansing your curse.” | Ongoing |
Idle | “Fascinating, isn’t it?” | - |
Idle | “That cure worked wonders on you, friend! You seem back to your old self.” | Complete |
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- Alchemist · Revision 50078 · checked 2026-10-23