What should I use the Philosopher's Stone for?

[Rithm Fluffderg]

I just made one, using the Expert Cauldron (I could've done it with the Grandmother's Cauldron but I didn't want a 0 quality item)

Aside from the fact that I'm laughing at Sophie calling a miracle of alchemy a "checkpoint", what should I actually use this thing for? 99 Category Value in Metal, Medicine Mat, Elixir, and Secret Power lends this to being one hell of an ingredient, though I'm assuming it'll be consumed in the process.

I know the final boss drops one, too, as well as the fact that I can make more

And I'm legitimately asking for advice here because I want to put this to good use.

[Rippy]

The Stone is one of the best materials for Doll Making, as it gives the most raw stats.
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1225650307

It also happens to a good item for common systhesis, but mainly some bombs require the Stone.
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1225650575

The main problem with this Stone is, it's way too hard to max it's size, have 999 quality and with the desired traits you want on it, so its really only good as a chaser for quality or size for making other materials.

Most end products or systhesis requires water or a neutralizer. Use those for trait chasing.

[Rithm Fluffderg]

Originally posted by Rippy:

The Stone is one of the best materials for Doll Making, as it gives the most raw stats.
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1225650307

It also happens to a good item for common systhesis, but mainly some bombs require the Stone.
http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1225650575

The main problem with this Stone is, it's way too hard to max it's size, have 999 quality and with the desired traits you want on it, so its really only good as a chaser for quality or size for making other materials.

Most end products or systhesis requires water or a neutralizer. Use those for trait chasing.

Thanks for the advice!

I should probably use it for the Doll Making first then, huh?

I'll also have to fully read through those two links you provided.

Much appreciated!~

[Rippy]

Originally posted by HeroicSkaldZach:

Thanks for the advice!

I should probably use it for the Doll Making first then, huh?

I'll also have to fully read through those two links you provided.

Much appreciated!~

Well should only use it for Doll making and not much else after that. I would suggest to stick to these items as quality/size chasers.

Alchemic Clay
Crimson Stone
Dusk Drop
Geist Aizen
Mineral Extract

When I managed to make the Stone with 999 quality and size 9, it basically just replaced the Geist Aizen, it really don't have much uses besides Doll Making.

[Rithm Fluffderg]

I'm gonna be honest, I've yet to wrap my head around anything in regards to "metagaming" yet. This is my first Atelier so I'm still struggling just to max out categories on some of these items I'm making, let alone actually aiming for both quality and traits.

[Rippy]

Originally posted by HeroicSkaldZach:

I'm gonna be honest, I've yet to wrap my head around anything in regards to "metagaming" yet. This is my first Atelier so I'm still struggling just to max out categories on some of these items I'm making, let alone actually aiming for both quality and traits.

In that case you may want to refer to this neat post/guide thingy done by Space244, not really a starter, but when you think you are ready to do some ultimate equipment, this is a rather detailed guide to do so.

Just note, the poster don't mention anything about size, which is another thing you may want to consider as size for your end products/bombs get more uses, the bigger the size it is.

https://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/170933-atelier-sophie-the-alchemist-of-the-mysterious-book/73921630

You may want to look into this post done by Whimsic_al, this post gives you a huge amount of details on the numbers and calculations and best traits to use for every synthesis! Crazy good for perfecting your gear.

https://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/170933-atelier-sophie-the-alchemist-of-the-mysterious-book/75063859

[Rithm Fluffderg]

Originally posted by Rippy:

Originally posted by HeroicSkaldZach:

I'm gonna be honest, I've yet to wrap my head around anything in regards to "metagaming" yet. This is my first Atelier so I'm still struggling just to max out categories on some of these items I'm making, let alone actually aiming for both quality and traits.

In that case you may want to refer to this neat post/guide thingy done by Space244, not really a starter, but when you think you are ready to do some ultimate equipment, this is a rather detailed guide to do so.

Just note, the poster don't mention anything about size, which is another thing you may want to consider as size for your end products/bombs get more uses, the bigger the size it is.

https://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/170933-atelier-sophie-the-alchemist-of-the-mysterious-book/73921630

You may want to look into this post done by Whimsic_al, this post gives you a huge amount of details on the numbers and calculations and best traits to use for every synthesis! Crazy good for perfecting your gear.

https://www.gamefaqs.com/boards/170933-atelier-sophie-the-alchemist-of-the-mysterious-book/75063859

Thank you so much!