World of Warcraft - Item Upgrade
The item upgrade feature allows players to boost the item level for equippable weapons or armor. This improves the stats and may also include buffs or rerolls on an attach.
It is crucial to remember that upgrading common gear is not always worth it. Rare and Unique gear will quickly outclass upgraded magic and common gear.
Cost
The player must pay gold to upgrade an item. The cost of upgrading an item depends on its current level and the upgrade type chosen. Upgrades to weapons are usually cheaper than upgrades for armor because weapons have lower requirements. The amount of Gold needed increases as an item is upgraded.
Upgraded items will also have enhanced stats that can boost its performance in different ways. This could include increasing its attack power critical strike chance, or damage per second. Additionally an upgraded item could be able to provide extra bonuses to its equipped unit. These upgrades can be used to increase the overall power of a group or individual unit, and may significantly impact the gameplay.
Items can be upgraded by any item upgrader NPC in the game. Typically, these NPCs are located in major cities or questing spots. Players can also locate item upgraders when they visit dungeons with high-level bosses, and by talking to the NPCs in their garrisons of their faction.
The World of Warcraft item upgrade system lets players improve the quality of weapons, armor and trinkets. This process is largely identical to the process of reforging gear in Mists of Pandaria and Warlords of Draenor however instead of using the currency that is appropriate, players must visit an NPC to upgrade their items to complete the process.
Upgrades to items can be expensive, particularly when it is related to armor and weapons. Depending on the upgrade track each step up in the level of an item can cost many Valorstones and crests. The cost can be prohibitive for players who do not have the resources or are unwilling to grind.
The game allows players to reroll a upgraded item using a special tool from the items menu. This option exchanges the upgraded item for a level 1 version of it with an additional set of bonus effects. This is useful to get better rolls on items that are already upgraded. However, it could also be a waste.
Requirements
The process of upgrading equippable items such as weapons, armor and trinkets is to raise the level of the item. This increases their stats and can make them more effective in combat. Players can upgrade gear by spending appropriate currencies at an NPC that sells upgraders for items. Players should be aware of the fact that some upgrades require specific requirements.
Early upgrades only increase the effectiveness of the item's base level. Later upgrades provide more significant enhancements. Upgrades from level 3 to 6 will boost the weapon's damage by two levels. A bonus stat will also be added to the upgraded item based on the level. The bonus consists of a guaranteed substat and an undetermined stat that will change from upgrade to upgrade.
A player can reroll an upgraded item by using a Reroll Token to exchange the upgrade for a new version. The new item has a distinct set of bonuses, as well as a lower item level. The rerolled item will also have different requirements for dexterity and strength. It is important to keep in mind that the rerolled item does not keep its original strength or even a fraction of its resource.
Some upgraded items are only able to be rerolled if the original item was a Unique Epic, Rare, or Rare. Exceptional items are also suitable for rerolling, however their original stats will be replaced with a flat bonus. Rerolling an item that is Rare item will result in a normal version of the same kind, while rerolling an Epic item will result in an elite version of the same kind.
Upgraded items could have additional adjustments that can boost their performance and increase their stats. These additional modifiers aren't included in the upgrade cost. You can buy them at the Trading Post, or through other players. They can be earned through completing specific missions in the game.
To upgrade a piece of equipment, visit the NPC [Armorto upgrade a piece of equipment, visit the NPC [Armor] Boboko located in Central Flarine. Depending on the kind of item, you'll need one or more Power Dices (Dice 6 is available from monsters 21+ and Giants while Dice 12 is droppable from Bosses). You will also require different amounts of Minerals, Erons and Giants.
Time is an important factor.
Upgrades to items can be used to boost the performance of your ship and gear without having to level them. While upgrading isn't cheap, it can be an effective way to boost your performance without having to spend a lot of time in battle. It's crucial to understand the cost and benefits of item upgrades before investing your money or effort.
Each upgrade boosts an item's base stat by a specific amount, and also offers the chance for a bonus substat increase. The extra substat is a random and could range from a tiny increase in one stat to a much greater boost in another. It is best to concentrate on the most effective items in the slot first, as they'll yield a higher return for your investment.
You can see the time it takes to complete an upgrade by opening your inventory and selecting a weapon, ship or accessory. The upgrade window will show the expected completion time and progress. In some cases you may be able speed the process of upgrading by using an Glyph.
It is also possible to salvage certain or all upgrade components from an item using a high-end salvage kit sold by Black Lion Salvage and Ascended Salvage. This is not the case for legendary equipment or upgrades that can be retrieved using an Upgrade extractor or by reclaiming with the corresponding Karma dealer.
Take advantage of the benefits
Upgrades to items reward players with a variety of items and currency. Each upgrade also has a chance to award an random stat bonus. The bonus value will vary for every upgrade, and is generally more expensive for rarer items. Players can conduct a Great Vault search to see whether an item is upgradeable prior to purchasing tickets. The search can help determine whether the item is of a particular class and whether the player would benefit by a particular upgrade.
During the upgrade, the item will slowly move closer to the next stage, but not always reach its fully upgraded bar. This process is based on Growthstones and Sollant however there is an 80% chance of achieving a fully upgraded item within just one cycle. The higher the level an item is upgraded to, the higher its stat boost and the more items it can upgrade to.
Upgrade components can be integrated into armor, weapons and trinkets to provide an attribute bonus or additional effect when the equipment is equipped. Certain upgrade components also have cosmetic effects. Upgrade components can be obtained by crafting, buying from vendors or the Trading Post, looting or receiving as a gift. In addition players can find upgraded items by using an Upgrade Extractor or by salvaging them using a top-quality salvage kit. Glyphs that are placed on tools for gathering are able to be swapped.
By selecting the item and pressing the green button with a a rerolling arrow the player can reroll it to create an upgradeable item. This will change the layout of the item window and allow players to choose up to six items to "recycle". The item will be replaced by a level 1 item. Recycled items won't keep their level, or the resources used to upgrade them.
The maximum level of upgrade for an item is determined by the item's tier as well as its quality. Uncommon items can be upgraded up to the maximum level of six, while Rare and Epic items can be upgraded up to level nine. The upgrades to an item are added to the item's base statistics, meaning that they do not increase after a certain point.