World of Warcraft - Item Upgrade
The upgrade feature for items allows players to increase the level for weapons that can be equipped 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 isn't always worth the cost. Rare and Unique equipment will quickly surpass the standard gear and upgraded magic.
Cost
If a player wants to upgrade an item, they have to pay Gold for the upgrade. The cost of upgrading an item is dependent on its current level and the type of upgrade selected. Upgrades to weapons are usually cheaper than upgrades to armor, since weapons have lower requirements. The amount of Gold required increases when the item is upgraded to an upper level.
Upgraded items also come with improved stats that can improve its performance in different ways. This could include increasing its attack power and critical strike chance or damage per second. A upgraded item can also give additional bonuses to the unit it is equipped with. These upgrades are able to boost the overall power of a group or unit, and could have a significant impact on the gameplay.
Any NPC that upgrades items can be located in the game. These NPCs are located in major questing areas, or capital cities. Players can also find item upgraders by visiting dungeons with high-level bosses, or by talking to the NPCs in their faction's garrisons.
The upgrade system for items in World of Warcraft provides players with the option of upgrading the level of armor, weapons, and trinkets. This process is similar to gear reforging process in Mists of Pandaria or Warlords of Draenor. However instead of using currency, players need to visit an item upgrader to complete the process.
Upgrades can be expensive especially for armor and weapons. Based on the upgrade path each step up in level of the item could cost several Valorstones or crests. The total cost could be prohibitive for players who do not have the funds or are unable to grind them.
The game allows you to roll a new item by with a special tool in the menu of items. This option exchanges the upgraded item for the version at level 1 that has a different set of bonus effects. This is useful for obtaining higher scores on items that have been upgraded, but it can also be a waste of resources.
Requirements
Upgrading is the process of increasing the item level of equippable items like armor, weapons and trinkets. This increases their power and makes them more effective in battle. Players can upgrade their gear by spending the appropriate currency at an item upgrader. However, players must be aware that some upgrades have specific requirements.
Early upgrades only increase the power of the base item by one level. Later upgrades provide more significant boosts. Upgrades from levels 3 to 6 will increase the weapon's damage plus two levels. In addition the upgraded item will be awarded an additional stat that is based on its tier. This bonus consists of a guaranteed extra substat and a random statistic that can change in value from upgrade to upgrade.
A player can Reroll an upgraded item using a Reroll Token to exchange the upgrade for a new one. The new item comes with a different set extra bonuses, and a lower level for the item. The rerolled item will also have different requirements for dexterity and strength. It is important to note that the rerolled item will not retain its original level or even a fraction of its resource.
Some upgraded items can only be rerolled if the original item was a Unique Epic, Rare or Rare. Some exceptional items can also be suitable for rerolling, however their original stats will be replaced with a flat bonus. This means that rerolling a Rare item will result in a Normal version the same type, whereas rerolling an Epic item will result in an Elite version of the same kind.
Upgraded items could have additional modifiers that can improve their performance and boost their stats. These additional modifiers do not come with the upgrade cost. They can be purchased at the Trading Post, or through other players. They can also be earned by completing specific missions in the game.
To upgrade a piece of equipment, visit the NPC [Armor] Boboko located in Central Flarine. You will require Power Dices depending on the item. (Dice 6 can be dropped by monsters 21+, Giants and Bosses; Dice 12 from Bosses). You will also need various quantities of Minerals and Erons.
Time is an important factor.
Upgrades to items can be used to boost the stats of your ship and gear without the need to upgrade them. While it's not expensive, it is an excellent way to increase your stats without having to spend a lot of time in battle. It's essential to understand the cost and benefits of upgrading your items before investing your time or money.
Each upgrade boosts an item's base stat by a specific amount, and also offers the chance for a bonus substat increase. The random substat could be anything from a minor boost to a much larger boost. It is best to concentrate on the most effective items in the slot first, since they will provide a greater return on your investment.
You can see the time it takes to complete an upgrade by opening your inventory and selecting an item such as a ship, weapon, or other accessory. The upgrade window will then show the progress and anticipated completion time. In certain cases you might be in a position to speed the process by using a Glyph.
Black Lion Salvage or Ascended Salvage sell a top-quality salvage kit that permits you to retrieve all or part of the upgrade components. This is not the case for legendary equipment or upgrades that can only be retrieved using an Upgrade extractor or by making a claim with the appropriate Karma retailer.
Rewards
The upgrading of items provides players with currency and a variety of items. Every upgrade has a chance to grant an random stat bonus. The bonus value differs for every upgrade, and is generally higher for items that are rarer. Players can conduct the Great Vault search to see whether an item can be upgraded prior to spending tickets. The search can also help determine whether the item is an appropriate tier and whether the player would benefit from a specific upgrade.
During the upgrade process, an item will gradually advance to the next level, however, it isn't always able to reach the full upgrade bar. This process is based on Growthstones and Sollant however there is a 10% chance of getting an upgraded item after just one cycle. The more levels that an item gains the more powerful its stat value will be, and the more items can be upgraded.
Upgrade components can be integrated into weapons, armor, and trinkets to give an attribute benefit or an additional effect when the equipment is equipped. Certain upgrade components also have cosmetic effects. Players can obtain upgrade items by crafting, purchasing from vendors or on the Trading Post, looting, or receiving as rewards. In addition, players can recover upgraded items using an Upgrade Extractor, or salvaging them with a high-tier salvage kit. Glyphs placed on gathering tools can be freely swapped.
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 allow players to select up to six items to be used for "recycling". The item that is recycled will be exchanged with an item of level 1 similar to it. Recycled items will not keep their status or the amount of resources used to upgrade them.
The maximum level of upgrade for an item is determined by its tier and the quality. Rare items can be upgraded up to an maximum of level six, while Rare and Epic items can be upgraded to levels nine. The item upgrades are added to the base stats of the item. This means that they will not increase more after a certain point.