World of Warcraft - Item Upgrade
The upgrade of items allows players to raise the item level of equippable weapons and armor. This increases the effectiveness of the gear, as well as sometimes adding buffs or rolling an affix again.
It is crucial to remember that upgrading magic and common gear is not always worth the cost. Rare and unique gear will quickly surpass the standard equipment and upgraded magic.
Cost
When a player upgrades an item, they must spend Gold to upgrade the item. The cost to upgrade an item varies based on the current level of the item and the type of upgrade. For example, upgrading a weapon will generally be less expensive than upgrading armor, as weapons require lower levels of skill. The amount of Gold required for upgrading an item increases as the item is upgraded.
A new item will also have increased stats, which can boost its performance in many ways. This includes increasing the power of its attack, critical strike chance, or damage per second. In addition, an upgraded item may be able to give additional buffs to the unit it is equipped with. These upgrades can be used to increase the overall power of a group or individual unit, and can have a significant impact on the gameplay.
Any NPC that upgrades items can be found in the game. Typically NPCs can be found in major cities or questing spots. Players can also find item upgraders 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 improve the quality of armor, weapons and trinkets. This process is similar to reforging process used in Mists of Pandaria or Warlords of Draenor. However, instead of making use of currency, players will need to visit an upgrader for their item to complete the process.
Upgrades can be costly, especially for armor and weapons. Based on the upgrade track you select, each level increase will cost Crests or Valorstones. The costs can be prohibitive for players who don't have the money or are unable to grind.
Fortunately the game allows players to roll an upgraded item using an additional tool available in the menu for items. This option lets you exchange the upgraded item with an equivalent level 1 version of it with an additional set of bonus effects. This is useful to improve the roll of items that have already been upgraded. However, it could be a waste of time.
Requirements
Upgrading is the process of increasing the level of items that can be equipped like trinkets, weapons, and armor. This improves their power and makes them more effective in combat. Players can upgrade gear by spending the appropriate currency at an item upgrader NPC. However, they should be aware that some upgrades require special requirements.
Initial upgrades only boost the power of the item's base level. Later item upgrades give significant increases. Upgrades from levels 3 to 6 will boost the weapon's damage by two levels. Additionally the upgraded item will be awarded an additional stat that is based on the tier it's in. The bonus is a combination of a substat that is guaranteed and random generated stats, which will vary from upgrade to upgrade.
Reroll Tokens can be used to reroll an item which has been upgraded. The new item comes with different set of extra bonuses, and is of a lower item level. The rerolled item also has different requirements for dexterity and strength. It is important to note that the rerolled item 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, or Unique. Additionally, exceptional items can be rerolled but the original stats are replaced with an uncapped bonus. This means that rerolling an item that is Rare item will result in a Normal version the same type, while the rerolling of an Epic item will result in an elite version of the same kind.
An upgraded item may also have extra modifiers, which can further increase its stats and enhance its performance. These additional modifiers don't come with the upgrade cost. You can purchase them at the Trading Post, or through other players. They can also be earned by completing specific missions in the game.
To upgrade an equipment piece, you need to visit the NPC [Armor] Boboko in Central Flarine. You will need Power Dices depending on the item. (Dice 6 are 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
Upgrades to items are a method to increase your ship's stats and gear without the need to upgrade them. Upgrades aren't cheap but they can be a great method to boost your stats and not have to spend as much time fighting. It's essential to understand the costs and benefits of upgrades to your item before you invest your time or money.
Each upgrade boosts the stats of the item by to a certain extent and also offers the chance of obtaining an additional substat. The random substat may be anything from a minor boost to a much larger boost. Make sure to focus on the stats that are best in slots first. They will give you a higher returns for your money.
You can check 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 show the expected completion time and progress. In certain situations, you might be able to speed the process of upgrading by applying a Glyph.
Black Lion Salvage or Ascended Salvage sell a high-level salvage kit that permits you to salvage all or a portion of upgrade components. However, this does not include legendary equipment and upgrades that can only be recovered using an Upgrade Extractor or by reclaiming them with the corresponding merchant of karma.
Enjoy the Benefits
Upgrades to items reward players with a number of items and currencies. In addition, each upgrade can grant a random extra stat bonus. The bonus value is different for each upgrade, and is typically higher for items that are rarer. The Great Vault can be searched by players to determine if an item is upgradeable. The search can also help determine whether the item is of a certain tier and if the player would benefit from a specific upgrade.
During the upgrade, an item will slowly grow closer to the next level but not always reach the full upgrade bar. This process consumes Growthstones and Sollant however there is the chance to get an item that is fully upgraded in just one cycle of growth. The more levels an item is upgraded to, the greater its boosted stats value and the more items it is able to upgrade to.
Upgrade components can be added to trinkets, weapons, or armor in order to gain an attribute bonus, or an additional effect, while the equipment is being worn. Some upgrade components also come with cosmetic effects. Players can obtain upgrade components by crafting, buying from vendors, or at the Trading Post, looting, or as rewards. Additionally players can retrieve upgraded items by using an Upgrade Extractor or by salvaging them using a top-quality salvage kit. Glyphs, which are stored in tools for gathering can be swapped out without restrictions.
The player can transform an item into another upgradeable item by selecting it and pressing the green button with an arrow for reroll. This will alter the layout and allow players to choose up to six items for "recycling". The item will be replaced by a level 1 item. Rerolled items won't retain their level or the amount of resources needed to upgrade them.
The maximum level of upgrade for an item is determined by its tier and quality. Uncommon items can be upgraded to an maximum of level six, while Rare and Epic items can be upgraded up to level nine. The upgrade of an item is added to its base statistics. This means that they won't increase more after a certain point.