Potions

Potions are drinkable concoctions which produce magical effects in those who imbibe them, producing instantaneous results similar to a number of magical spells. Frequently available at apothecaries, potions appear in, , , , and , as well as in the and.

In this game, the Avatar may also synthesize potions using appropriate alchemical equipment and a potion's corresponding reagent:

For information where to buy which potion, see Potions in Ultima IX.

Trivia

 * Despite the note of uncertainty in Paths of Destiny, potions do not tend to deviate from the expected abilities by color in . Perhaps this says more about the capabilities of Sir Adam, who seems to cause much destruction with his experimentation, than about other potion manufacturers at the time.
 * According to The Apothecary's Desk Reference, white potions previously allowed for X-Ray vision, but were outlawed after an infamous peeping-tom case.
 * Pouring a potion to the floor in, causes the companions to scold the Avatar for wasting it. Also, when using a potion that does not belong to the Avatar will antagonize other characters (including companions).