Ohhhh... [ a shy smile as he realizes his faux pas. sorry, hiccup ]

Alchemists are scientists who can manipulate matter on a molecular level by using the Law of Equivalent Exchange. Some people think it's like magic, but it's not. As for a forge, Brother and I can always build you one. Our friend back home uses a forge when she makes Brother's automail, so we know our way around that kind of thing.