So, now that we can read the tabs. :) I want to address the compounds. I don't know that I trust them much. That or I'm screwing it up. Do you think the number on the right is supposed to be how many ranks the max product can increase or your level of alchemy?

I'm almost positive I used this combination to make my Bronze Trident. I was shooting for a Wave Sword recipe from pbwiki.

Here's one that I have used a lot to get Steel Thorn Bracers, but it's not on the list. I scrolled through list twice.

Spoiler:

Level 156 fire
T4
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