Chemistry

Chemistry is the two-bench crafting system added in the 1.3.0 Cosmic Companions update, unlocked once you reach Cascade Laboratories. The Distillation Bench refines the anomalous materials you bring back from expeditions into one of roughly 15 Distillations (occasionally a "vial of useless slop," so distill in batches). The Chemistry Bench then mixes those distillations, in different ratios across its three flasks, into three families of output: 12 throwable flasks, 10 drinkable tinctures with potent but temporary effects, and 10 weapon coatings. It is a mid-game power layer that rewards experimentation. See the full chemistry guide for how to get started.