Making Alchemy Not Suck in Pathfinder 2e, Part 1: BOMBS (The Rules Lawyer)

Are Alchemists too weak in Pathfinder 2nd edition? We explore that in a series of videos where I go over ALCHEMICAL ITEMS and how to USE THEM WELL. In this 1st video I cover bombs! CORRECTIONS: -I say that the Deafened condition hampers spellcasting in this video, but the Verbal spellcasting action does not have the auditory trait. So by RAW, it does not affect spellcasting. Strange! Seeking a confirmation from Paizo... -I strongly imply that the Enduring Alchemy feat will extend a bomb you make from Quick Alchemy extend to your next turn, but its effect is limited to "alchemical tools or elixirs" -Bomber's Eye Elixir lessens the circumstance to AC from cover. Raised Shields do not provide cover to the wielder, however. ADDITION: Commenter Tamadesthi has the great idea of alchemists using their Powerful Alchemy class feature to make the blindpepper bomb ("fantasy tear gas") useful against all levels of enemies, since it uses their Class DC! For those interested: /u/Ediwir on Reddit has created this guide for Alchemist options and items: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dl7BydLgwVCmTQyOPRxqbXjd7XLG-xmESU4Svs-5P54/edit 0:00 Are alchemists too weak? 0:59 The "anti-solo class" 2:20 Overview of this Alchemy series 3:08 The nature of "optimization" in PF2e 5:48 #1 Energy damage 7:20 #2 Physical damage 8:22 #3 Alignment + positive damage 9:20 #4 Damage over time 9:57 #5 Debuffs 12:57 #6 Slowing 14:23 #7 Hampering spellcasters 15:35 #8 Ally bombs 16:10 #9 Crowd control 16:50 PRO-TIP 17:22 Alchemist Class Features for Bombing 22:22 One "Super Turn" 24:11 Alchemist Class Feats for Bombing 36:27 Items for Bombing 38:05 Final Thoughts MUSIC CREDIT: Healing by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200048 Artist: http://incompetech.com/ =========================== LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! I'm a lawyer who teaches and runs tabletop RPGs (Pathfinder, D&D, Starfinder) for kids and teens, making videos and hosting events related to TTRPGs and board games. JOIN THE DISCORD to join our community and The Endless Tale Tavern PF2e campaign! https://discord.gg/bpyqxhwe8X SUPPORT THE RULES LAWYER PATREON! https://www.patreon.com/theruleslawyer For extended-form actual plays, SUBSCRIBE to my other channel, "RULES LAWYER DISCORD COMMUNITY CHANNEL" : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc1K95QD8Mv2Tr6Wne6KS9g Follow me on TWITTER at: https://twitter.com/theruleslawyer1 LEARN PATHFINDER 2E! From The Rules Lawyer: BEGINNER BOX Demonstration + Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWMfQKXicak It's Easy to Learn! A First Combat: https://youtu.be/jafxucfk0PY Character Creation - A Breakdown: https://youtu.be/zBb10JowP30 A Second Combat: https://youtu.be/fLnmENaQykE Tactics & Strategies to Beat Pathfinder 2e's Tough Fights, Part 1: https://youtu.be/PRq0VaN1-XE Tactics & Strategies, Part 2: https://youtu.be/p5xV7BOFwyw All Pathfinder 2e rules are FREE! https://2e.aonprd.com/ https://pf2easy.com/ Pick up your Pathfinder 2e book on Amazon using my affiliate links below. As an Amazon Affliate, I earn from qualifying purchases which helps me continue doing what I love! Pathfinder 2e Core Rulebook: https://amzn.to/3BiFCSj Pathfinder 2e Beginner Box: https://amzn.to/3eVsUBB