Alchemist

Alchemists study the branch of magic or science which deals with matter and its properties. They are experts at preparing chemical compounds and recognising mineral ores. Alchemists may be of great assistance to any metal-worker and are able to prepare explosives for gunpowder weapons. The Alchemist must have a supply of refined saltpetre, sulphur, and charcoal, which need to be mixed in the correct proportions. This process takes 8 hours to produce 6 pounds of gunpowder from 4 pounds of saltpetre, 1 pound of sulphur, and 1 pound of charcoal, assuming the Alchemist has access to a laboratory.

Many Alchemists, however, consider it beneath them to use their skills for such worldly matters and devote themselves to acquiring knowledge. Research into how to turn base substances into gold is an especially popular field of research, but one which has proved fruitless to date.

Alchemists are also able to use magic, specifically Battle Magic, although their spellcasting ability is less than that of a Wizard of the same level.

Source
Alquimista [[Category:A]]
 * Warhammer Fantasy RPG 1st ED -- Core Rulebook
 * pg. 94
 * pg. 141