A couple of questions from a noob

[zwya]

So I've just started playing sro and decided to play on a private server and I've reached a decent level so I want to start doing some alchemy but there's some things I want to get cleared up first.

1- Is there any point in using astral stones ? From my understanding all they do is return the enchantment level to +4 if the enchantment fails. In my server I can get to +4 with no problems(40-70 elixirs). I am better off buying immortal stones.

2- Steady stones ? Again from my understanding they preserve your weapon durability if the enchantment fails. So if your weapons is at 100, it will decrease to something and all I have to do is repair it again.

3- Is it worth it to buy premium just to get that alchemy boost ?

4- Any tips that could help me with alchemy?

5- Is it better hunting solo or with a pt ? I am more of a solo player so I'd like to know.

[PlantiX]

1. Yes buy immo stones
2. Always put steady stone on it otherwise you get a red status on your weapon which isnt repairable.
3. Depends on which server you play, most server use 5%-10% luck on prem, so yes it is worth.
4. Luck
5. Depends on race and party. With a good euro pt you are much faster.