By casting this spell, the caster learns what ingredients and formulas were used to create a chemical mixture or magical item.

The information instantly appears in the caster's mind but may be lost if the caster cannot comprehend it. The caster must roll an Intelligence (Investigation) check; if successful, the caster understands the formula and retains it in their memory. If the roll is missed, the caster cannot comprehend what they have learned and the information is immediately forgotten. If the spell is cast a second time on the same substance, the spell automatically fails unless the caster has advanced to the next level. Simply knowing the proper formula does not mean the caster can successfully create the item or material. The construction of alchemical mixtures and magical items is a time consuming and expensive undertaking.

This spell has detrimental effects on the magical item analyzed. Single-use items (potions, oils, etc.) are automatically destroyed; the spell consumes the item in the process of analyzing it. For reusable magical items,  the caster must make a DC 15 Intelligence saving throw vs. disintegration. If the saving throw is failed, Alamir's fundamental breakdown releases the magic of the item in an explosive blast, rendering it permanently nonmagical. The caster suffers 4d8 points of force damage from the explosion.