World of Warcraft Item Upgrades
Item upgrades give players the ability to upgrade equipment that they already own. This can be done at any item upgrader NPC.
Upgrades can boost the stats of an item, and can also add additional features based on the type of item. Examples include Whistan's shield for FB sorcs and Goldwrap for caster builds.
Armour
Armour is one of the most important factors that keep Link protected from damage in most situations. Although it isn't upgraded like weapons, you can still enhance its defense capabilities in various ways.
The principle of armour is to shield animals or people from physical harm or injury in the form of direct physical assault or from an array of dangers posed by the environment and activities. In the past, armour was typically constructed from leather or fabric but later, protections made of metal were also used for military purposes, particularly such as heavy cavalry or combat drones.
There are a variety of ways to upgrade armour however, the majority require you to visit one of the four Great Fairy Fountains scattered throughout Hyrule. Each fountain has a unique level of upgrades with higher levels of upgrades granting higher levels of protection, and requiring a higher cost in rupees and materials to unlock.
First, Armor Upgrades are permanent upgrades. Once they've been installed and removed, they cannot be reverted in the event that you own a piece of equipment that has the same upgrade. It is important that you only apply the most effective level of upgrades to your equipment and that you have the materials needed to complete them.
For those who want to acquire the upgrade components needed to upgrade your character, they are available all over Hyrule such as shrines, shops and even enemies. These will generally be marked with an gold circle or blue triangle symbol and are available in large numbers as you advance through the game. While they might appear randomly, there's the possibility that acquiring certain upgrade components will result in quests that reward you with more.
It's important to keep in mind that, even though the level offered by each upgrade could differ however, it will always be greater than nothing. A full set of upgraded armor will give you a high-defense boost that can protect you from all types of attacks including magic. This makes it an effective weapon for any class.
Weapons
If you're looking to make your guns truly unique, you can upgrade them with a variety of special upgrades. These upgrades can boost damage or alter the performance of the weapon to match your specific build. They also allow new attachments such as unique enchantments and different types of ammo, and aesthetic options.
To upgrade a weapon you'll need to have an upgrade component available and the item itself. The weapon must be at or above a certain point for the upgrade to be effective and most weapons can only accept one upgrade at one time.
Weapon upgrade components can be found all over the world from the enemy or from merchants. Upgrade components are a mixture of components that you can put into weapons, armors trinkets, tools for gathering and other items in order to gain an attribute bonus. The equipment has to be of a certain level before it can accept the upgrade. It can be upgraded in the same way as other items.
Upgrades are a combination of Smithing Stones (a type of stone) and Runes. They can be used to boost the effectiveness of weapons and improve their effectiveness in comparison to other stats. They can be found from enemies who drop them in the open world, purchased from certain merchants or as drops in combat.
There are two NPCs that can upgrade your weapons: Blacksmith Hewg in the Roundtable Hold hub area and the Smithing Master Iji in the Road to the Manor hub area. Both of these NPCs accept your Smithing Stones or Runes to upgrade your weapon.
It's essential to prioritize upgrading your best-in-slot items first, and then items that you won't need to replace in the near future. Upgrade your weapon first, then upgrade your shoulders, chest, hands, and feet when you are planning to play a melee build. The same principles apply to Magic and Utility Items, with the caveat that some procs may be better than others based on the style of play you prefer. Similar is the case for Armour, with some reforges being superior to others.
Magic Items
A character can only upgrade one item of magic. If an upgrade plan has been cancelled, no more upgrades will be offered for the item. Magic items that are upgraded cost double the amount of gold they normally cost to create or buy, but they can also have extra benefits.
A magical item can be any item that has special properties or effects. Most of these items are weapons, but some are also shields, armor and cloaks, potions, scrolls, rings and other objects. Some of these items are sentient.
Most magic items can be enhanced in their abilities. This makes them more useful to a player, or it can aid them in overcoming any difficult situation. A weapon that contains an ingredient that is unique could, for instance, provide extra damage against a certain type of enemy. This is particularly useful for characters who have reached a stage at which they will likely face the same type of monster in dungeons over and over again.
A ring infused with magic might give immunity to non-magical attacks that bludgeon, pierce, or slash (excluding silver-based attacks) until the character takes another long rest. This is especially useful for combatants who are melee or any person who wishes to avoid buying an armor.
Certain enchanted objects possess special powers which allow the character to cast spells that are not on their class list. This can be useful for a character who has difficulties maintaining their spell slots due to multiclassing. These enchanted items generally require an Intelligence (Arcana) check prior to use, and the spell cast is determined by rolling on a table that is based on the number Intelligence points used.
Other enchanted items might allow the player to change their appearance, or even create an entirely new one. These items can be especially beneficial for characters who have been forced to leave their home or in a location where they may not be accepted. An enchanted item might provide them with an invisibility effect, or perhaps make them invisible to anyone but a select few.
Utility Items
Utility items are products that do not fit into the categories of Armor, Clothing or Weapons and have various capabilities. Contrary to Weapons and Armor they are not a single utility item that is able to be in conflict with another. The majority of utility items have a passive effect which the player can activate when using them. However, some have additional abilities that can be activated by pressing a button, or by activating the skill.
The most popular type of utility item is the Flashlight that illuminates the surrounding area. Other items of utility include the Helicopter Hat and Rocket Boots, which allow players to fly in the air while they move, and the Jetpack that allows the player to accelerate in any direction while on the ground. Many utilitarian items can be quickly created in the Engineering section while others are unlockable through research projects or projects at the Proving Ground.
In addition to the items that are available in the regular inventory, players can also unlock the most powerful utility items by buying them from the Atomic Shop and also from seasonal Scoreboard rewards (such as the Shadow Goggles). Some of these items can be upgraded for more efficient use.
The majority of utilitarian items provide the player with a navigational advantage or increase the effectiveness of a particular combat skill. Sharpening stones, created by a Weaponsmith will increase power and Ferocity while Maintenance Oils, created by an Huntsman will increase concentration and healing power. Other utility items can be used by the player to increase Damage or Condition Damage.
XCOM soldiers can equip one utility item to begin the campaign. A second slot is available once you have completed certain research, engineering or experimental projects on the Proving Ground. During the Alien Hunters DLC, additional slots are created by equipping the Grenade Launcher, which lets the player equip a Smoke Grenade or Bomb in an additional grenade slot, while an offensive grenade is equipped in the main grenade slot.