The Journal Of An Unnamed Alchemist 7

Caroline Mae

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07-01-2025

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The chill wind howls a mournful dirge outside my tower window, a fitting accompaniment to the gnawing uncertainty that grips me. My experiments with the Aetherium Flux continue, yielding frustratingly inconsistent results. I’ve meticulously documented each attempt, each variation in temperature, pressure, and reagent concentration, yet the results remain… erratic.

The Aetherium's Fickle Nature

One moment, the Flux glows with a vibrant, almost sentient energy, promising untold power. The next, it collapses into a dull, inert powder, leaving behind only the faintest whisper of its former glory. The alchemists of old spoke of the Aetherium's capricious nature, a volatile essence demanding perfect harmony to unleash its potential. I suspect they were not exaggerating.

Refining the Process

My current hypothesis centers around the purity of the Sunstone Dust component. I’ve been using the finest grade available from the merchant in Oakhaven, but even the slightest impurity could be catastrophic. I’ve spent the last week refining my purification techniques, employing a complex series of distillations and filtrations. The process is laborious, requiring meticulous attention to detail and a steady hand.

The Challenges:

• Consistency: Achieving consistent results with the Aetherium Flux remains the primary obstacle.
• Purity: Ensuring the absolute purity of the Sunstone Dust is critical.
• Time: The refinement process is time-consuming, requiring patience and precision.

A Glimmer of Hope?

Despite the setbacks, a flicker of hope emerged yesterday. During one particularly promising experiment, the Flux maintained its energized state for a full three hours – the longest duration yet. While the reaction ultimately faltered, the extended period of stability suggests I'm on the right track.

The key, I believe, lies in understanding the subtle interplay of energies within the Aetherium Flux. It's more than just a chemical reaction; it's a delicate dance of forces, a symphony of elements that requires precise orchestration.

Next Steps

My immediate focus will be on further refining the Sunstone Dust and meticulously controlling the environmental variables during the Flux creation. I intend to explore the use of a newly discovered mineral, Nightshade Crystal, as a potential catalyst. The path to mastery is fraught with peril, but I remain undeterred. The secrets of the Aetherium Flux will be mine.

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