World of Warcraft - Item Upgrade
The item upgrade feature allows players to increase the level for equippable weapons or armor. This improves the stats and can also add buffs or rerolls on an affix.
It is important to note that although you can upgrade magic and common equipment, it is generally not worth the effort. Rare and exclusive gear will quickly outclass the standard gear and upgraded magic.
Cost
When a player decides to upgrade an item, they have to pay Gold for the upgrade. The cost of upgrading an item is contingent on its current level and the upgrade type chosen. Upgrades to weapons are typically cheaper than upgrades to armor since weapons have less requirements. enhancing items of Gold required to upgrade an item increases when the item is upgraded to a higher level.
Upgraded items will also have enhanced stats that can boost its performance in various ways. This can include increasing its attack power or critical strike chance. In addition an upgraded item might be able to give additional buffs to the unit it is equipped with. These upgrades can be used to boost a variety of purposes, including to boost the overall power of a particular or group unit. They also can affect the overall the gameplay.
The NPC for upgrading items can be found in the game. Typically NPCs can be found in capital cities or major questing areas. Players can also locate item upgraders when they visit dungeons with high-level bosses, or by talking to the NPCs in their garrisons for their faction.
The system of upgrading items in World of Warcraft provides players with the ability to upgrade the levels of armor, weapons and trinkets. This process is similar to the reforging process used in Mists of Pandaria or Warlords of Draenor. However, instead of using currency, players need to visit an upgrader for their item to complete the process.
Upgrades to items can be expensive, particularly when it is related to armor and weapons. Based on the upgrade path each step in item level can cost many Valorstones and crests. The total cost could be prohibitive for players who don't have the funds or aren't willing to grind them.
The game allows you to reroll a upgraded item with a special tool in the menu of items. This option lets you exchange the upgraded item for the level 1 version with a different set of bonus effects. This is a great way to gain better results on items that are already upgraded. However, it could also be a waste.
Requirements
The process of upgrading items that are equippable like armor, weapons and trinkets is to increase the item level. This can boost their power, making them more powerful in battle. Players can upgrade their gear by spending the appropriate currency at an item upgrader. Players must be aware of the fact that certain upgrades require special requirements.
Early upgrades increase the power of the base item by one level. Later upgrades provide more significant enhancements. For instance, upgrading a weapon from level three to level six will increase the weapon's damage by plus two levels. In addition the upgraded item will be awarded an additional stat that is based on the tier it's in. The bonus consists of a guaranteed substat and random generated stats 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 one. The new item will have a different set of extra bonuses, as well as a lower base item level. The rerolled item will also have different requirements for strength and dexterity. It is important to remember that the item rerolled won't be able to keep its original strength or use any wasted resources.
Rerolling upgraded items is only possible if the item was upgraded was Epic, Rare, or Unique. Exceptional items can also be suitable for rerolling, however their original stats will be replaced by a flat bonus. This means that rerolling a Rare item will result in a Normal version the same kind, while rolling an Epic item will result in an elite version of the same type.
An upgraded item might have extra modifiers, which can further increase its stats and enhance its performance. These additional modifiers do not come with the upgrade price. They can be acquired through questing, buying them on the Trading Post or from other players. They can also be earned by completing specific missions in the game.
To upgrade a piece of equipment, you need to visit the NPC [Armor] Boboko located in Central Flarine. You will need Power Dices depending on the item. (Dice 6 can be dropped by monsters 21+, Giants and Bosses; Dice 12 is dropped by Bosses). You will also require different amounts of Minerals, Erons and Giants.
Time is a factor.
Item upgrades are a way to increase your gear and ship stats without having to upgrade them. While upgrading isn't cheap, it can be an effective way to boost your stats without having to spend a lot of time in combat. It's essential to be aware of the costs and benefits of item upgrades before investing your money or effort.
Each upgrade increases an item's base stat by a specific amount, and also offers a chance for a bonus stat increase. The extra substat is random and may range from a tiny increase in one stat to an even greater increase in another. Make sure to focus on the stats that work best in the slots first. They will provide a greater return for your investment.
You can see the amount of time needed to complete an upgrade if you open your inventory and select the weapon, ship or accessory. The upgrade window will display the expected completion time and progress. In certain cases you may be able to speed up the process by using a Glyph.
It is also possible to salvage certain or all upgrade components from an item by using a specific high-end salvage kit sold by Black Lion Salvage and Ascended Salvage. This is not applicable to legendary equipment or upgrades that can be recovered with an upgrade extractor or returning the item to the Karma merchant.
Rewards
The upgrading of items grants players currency and a variety of items. Each upgrade also has the chance of granting a random stat bonus. The bonus value differs for each upgrade, and it's usually more expensive for rarer items. The Great Vault can be searched by players to determine whether an item is upgradeable. The search will also reveal if the item is of a certain tier and if the player would benefit from a specific upgrade.
During the upgrade process, an item will slowly grow closer to the next level, but not always reach the fully upgraded bar. This process is based on Growthstones and Sollant however there is a chance of getting an upgraded item after just one cycle. The higher the level an item gains the more stats will be and the more items that can be upgraded.
Upgrade components can be integrated into armor, weapons, and trinkets to provide an attribute benefit or an additional effect while the equipment is in use. Certain upgrade components also have cosmetic effects. Players can acquire upgrade components through crafting, buying from vendors or the Trading Post, looting, or receiving as an incentive. Players can also retrieve upgraded items by using an upgrade extractor or salvaging with a high tier salvage kit. Glyphs, which are placed in tools for gathering can be swapped without any restrictions.
By selecting the item and pressing the green button, which has an arrow that rerolls the player can roll it into an upgradeable item. This will alter the layout and allow players to choose up to six items to be used for "recycling". The item will be replaced by a level 1 item. Recycled items will not keep their status, nor will the resources used to upgrade it.
The maximum upgrade level of an item is determined by the item's tier as well as its quality. Uncommon items can be upgraded to the maximum level of six while Rare and Epic items can be upgraded up to level nine. The upgrade of an item is added to the base stats of the item. This means that they won't increase more after a certain point.