Saltpetre
From KB Lexicon
Saltpetre
| Type | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Source | Alternate name for salpeter |
| Classification | Alchemical & Mineral Ingredients |
| Primary Uses | Same as Salpeter: explosive, energetic mixtures |
| Common Potions | None listed |
| Alchemical Properties | Oxidizing and reaction-boosting |
| Magical Effects | As above; amplifies reactive power |
| Hazard Level | Medium |
| Shelf Life | Stable dry |
| Notes | Some older texts use this spelling interchangeably with Salpeter. |
Saltpetre is simply an older term for potassium nitrate used in alchemical contexts.
References in older grimoires often assume the brewer knows its volatile qualities.
Modern notes usually annotate it with safety warnings.
