𝑰 𝒘𝒊𝒔𝒉 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒂 𝒈𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒕 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒏𝒆𝒘 𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒌

Alchemy is the science of understanding, deconstructing, and reconstructing matter. However, it is not an all-powerful art. It is impossible to create something out of nothing. If one wishes to obtain something, something of equal value must be given. This is the law of equivalent exchange; the basis of all alchemy. In accordance to this law, there is a taboo among alchemists. Human transmutation is strictly forbidden. For what could equal the value of a human soul?