Darth Morgoth
Lord Of War
Alchemy Apparatus Construction
The most ritualistic forms of alchemy, those that rely on the simplest equipment and supplies, uses the alchemy apparatus at its center. Also called as a focusing chamber, it uses both Force and Sith magic to charge the very materials and environment with dark power. Through the actual apparatus can be of a variety of materials, both organic and non organic, it is always shaped into a dome.
The following are the few materials needed to create the focusing chamber:
Bones, wood, or metal- This is the chief material used to create the actual structure. The shape of the pieces of material are mostly up to the desire of the alchemist, but consideration of strength and the structure's shape must be kept in mind.
Chisel- This simple tool is used to inscribe the runes of power on to the bones, wood, or metal. A motorized chisel can be used for metal inscriptions.
Talisman of Concentration- Used to focus the power of the alchemist. To be worn during all steps in construction.
The first step to creation the focusing chamber/alchemy apparatus is to consider the site where the chamber is to be built. Whether on a starship, in a temple, or deep within the ground, location and atmosphere is critical. The Force flows through all things, and this includes the chamber's location. When the site has been determined, it must be first purified and then 'contaminated.' The process is highly ritualized and personal, linking the alchemist to that location and the unique Force flow of the place. Depending on the alchemist, a silent prayer to the Sith gods or the murder of innocents can be used.
Once the location is permeated with the Dark Side, whether from murder or long periods of dark prayer, the actual physical steps are to commence. The materials are inscribed with runes and painted with the alchemist's own blood. Considering the size of most chambers, this can be a lengthy process. The materials are imbued with the alchemists hatred, anger, and greed. Once the materials are sufficiently tainted, the final shaping is begun.
For a one to three months (depending on chamber size), the chamber is slowly constructed. Once every 24 standard hours, an hour is spent in deep meditation and manipulation of the Force. Much like a lightsaber or Sith sword, an alchemy apparatus is tied to its creator's very essence, strengthening his tie to the very materials and space inside the chamber.
Once the chamber is completed, another full week is required to shift reality and bend the Force into a clotted knot. Once these final rituals are completed, the alchemy apparatus is complete and it is fully usable.
(Not mine was found at http://www.angelfire.com/rpg2/sith_alchemy/alchapp.html )
