There are three types of Vials: 1. Small worth 1-3 Vials in counter 2. Larger pot with a grin, worth four vials. 3. On the overhead view most items appear as a small vial. Just stand over it and go to chk on the menu to collect them. * The first 2 types are used in towns to buy extra lives (Talisman of the Cyclone / Power of Maelstrom). The further Firebrand gets past the game, the more expensive they get. * Firebrand can also get Vials for random enemy encounters.