Thomas seemed rather pleased he had made it as far as he did. Even if he failed to win this round, he would look at it as some sort of progress toward his learning goals either way.

When Professor Darrow gave them the go ahead, he set to work gathering his ingredients and mentally going over all he knew about the Invigoration Draught. It seemed like a useful potion, especially to help energize someone who might have gotten a less than adequate amount of sleep. (Or maybe that was just how he'd choose to use it.)

Carefully, he began to brew. When he had finished, he took a step back and waited, quietly surveying his work.