World of Warcraft - Item Upgrade
The item upgrade feature allows players to boost the item level for equippable weapons or armor. This boosts the stats of the item and can also add buffs or rerolls on an affix.
It is important to keep in mind that upgrading common gear is not always worth it. Rare and unique equipment will quickly surpass modernized magic and common equipment.
Cost
When a player decides to upgrade an item, they have to spend Gold to upgrade the item. The cost of upgrading an item is dependent on its current level as well as the upgrade type chosen. Upgrades to weapons are generally cheaper than upgrades for armor, since weapons have lower requirements. The amount of Gold required for upgrading an item increases as the item is upgraded.
A newly upgraded item will also have increased stats, which could boost its performance in a variety of ways. This may include boosting its attack strength or critical strike chance. A upgraded item can also give additional bonuses to the unit it is equipped with. These upgrades are able to be used to boost a variety of purposes such as to increase the overall power of an individual or group unit. They also can affect the overall gameplay.
The NPC for upgrading items can be located in the game. These NPCs can be found in the major questing areas or capital cities. Players can also locate item upgrade rs by visiting dungeons with high-level bosses, and by chatting with NPCs in their faction's garrisons.
The World of Warcraft item upgrade system allows players to upgrade the level of their weapons, armor, and trinkets. This process is largely identical to the process used for gear reforging in Mists of Pandaria and Warlords of Draenor however, instead of using the appropriate currency, players must visit an NPC to upgrade their items to complete the process.
Upgrades to items can be costly, especially when it concerns armor and weapons. Based on the upgrade path you choose, each item level increase can cost Valorstones or Crests. The cost can be prohibitive for those who do not have the money or are unwilling to grind.
Fortunately, the game allows players to reroll an upgraded item with an additional tool available in the menu of items. This option exchanges the upgraded item for an equivalent version at level 1 which comes with an additional set of bonus effects. This is useful for obtaining better scores on items that have already been upgraded, but could be a waste of money.
Requirements
Upgrading is the process of increasing the level of equippable items, such as trinkets, weapons and armor. This can boost their effectiveness which makes them more powerful in battle. Players can upgrade their equipment by spending the appropriate currency at an item upgrader . Players must be aware of the fact that some upgrades require specific requirements.
Initial upgrades only boost the power of the item's base level. Later upgrades offer more significant increases. Upgrades from levels 3 to 6 will increase the weapon's damage by two levels. Additionally the upgraded item will be awarded a bonus stat, which is based on the level at which it was purchased. This bonus is a mix of a guaranteed substat as well as an undetermined stat that will change from upgrade to upgrade.
A player can Reroll an upgraded item using a Reroll Token to exchange the upgrade for a new version. The new item will feature a different set of extra bonuses as well as a lower level of base item. The rerolled item also has different requirements for dexterity and strength. It is important to know that the item rerolled will not retain its level or use any wasted resources.
Rerolling upgraded items is only possible if the item that was upgraded was an Epic Rare, Rare, or Unique. Some exceptional items can also be allowed to be rerolled, but their original stats will be replaced by a flat bonus. Rerolling an item that is Rare item will result in a Normal version the same kind, while rerolling an Epic item will result in an elite version of the same kind.
An upgraded item might include additional modifiers that could further boost its stats and enhance its performance. These additional modifiers don't come with the upgrade cost. They can be obtained through the questing process, purchasing them from the Trading Post or from other players. They can also be earned through completing certain tasks in the game.
To upgrade an item of equipment, you need to visit the NPC [Armorto upgrade an item, visit the NPC [Armor] Boboko in Central Flarine. Based on the kind of item, you'll require one or more Power Dices (Dice 6 is available from monsters 21+ and Giants; Dice 12 is droppable from Bosses). Additionally, you will require different quantities of Minerals and Erons.
Time
Upgrades to items can be used to increase the power of your equipment and ship without the need to upgrade them. While it's not inexpensive, it's an excellent way to increase your stats without having to spend as much time fighting. It is important to understand the costs and benefits before investing your time or money.
Each upgrade boosts the item's base stat to a certain extent and also offers the chance of obtaining an additional substat. The extra substat is a random, and can vary from a tiny increase in one stat to an even greater increase in another. Focus on the items that work best in the slot first. They will give you a more profit for your investment.
You can view the amount of time needed to complete an upgrade if you open your inventory and choose an item such as a ship, weapon or accessory. The upgrade window will display the expected completion date and progress. In some cases, you may be capable of speeding the process by using a Glyph.
It is also possible to salvage some or all of the upgrade components from an item using a high-end salvage kit, which is offered by Black Lion Salvage and Ascended Salvage. This does not apply to legendary equipment or upgrades that can be recovered with an Upgrade extractor or by returning the item to the Karma retailer.
Rewards
Upgrades to items reward players with a variety of items and currencies. Each upgrade also has the chance to grant a random stat bonus. The value of the bonus is different for each upgrade, and it's generally higher for items that are rarer. Players can use the Great Vault search to see whether an item can be upgraded before spending tickets. The search can help determine whether the item is of a specific tier and whether the player will benefit from an upgrade.
During the upgrade, the item will slowly move closer to the next level but not always reach the full upgrade bar. The process will consume Growthstones and Sollant, but there is an opportunity to get an item that is fully upgraded in only one cycle of growth. The higher the level an item gains, the higher its stat value will be and the more items that can be upgraded.
Upgrade components can be integrated into armor, weapons, and trinkets to provide an attribute bonus or additional effect when the equipment is in use. Some upgrade components also have cosmetic effects. Players can purchase upgrade components through crafting, purchasing from vendors or on the Trading Post, looting, or obtaining an incentive. Additionally players can find upgraded items by using an Upgrade Extractor, or salvaging them with a high-tier salvage kit. Glyphs placed on tools for gathering can be swapped freely.
A player can reroll an item into a different upgradeable item by selecting it and pressing the green button with a reroll arrow. This will alter the layout of the game and let players select up to six items for "recycling". The item will be replaced by an item of level 1. Recycled items don't keep their current level or amount of resources needed to upgrade them.
An item's maximum upgrade level is determined by its tier and the quality. Uncommon items can be upgraded to the maximum level of six while Rare and Epic items can be upgraded to levels nine. The upgrade of an item is added to the base statistics of the item. This means that they will not increase in the future after a certain level.