5 Things That Everyone Doesn't Know Concerning Item Upgrades
World of Warcraft Item Upgrades
The item upgrade feature allows players to upgrade their existing equipment. This can be done through any upgrader for items NPC.
Generally, upgrades increase an item's main stat and can give it extras depending on the item type. Examples include Whistan's shield, for FB Sorcs, and Goldwraps for caster builds.
Armour
Link's armor is a crucial element in keeping him safe from danger. Although it isn't upgraded like weapons, you can enhance its defense capabilities in different ways.
Armour is designed to protect people or animals from injury or harm, whether it's from a direct physical attack or from a variety of hazards posed by the environment or activities. Historically, the majority of armour was made from fabrics or leather, however metal protections were also used particularly for military purposes such as heavy cavalry and combat drones.
As with weapons there are a myriad of ways in which armor can be upgraded, however, most of them will require a visit to one of the four Great Fairy Fountains located throughout Hyrule. Each fountain has a unique level of upgrades, with more granting greater levels of protection, but require a higher price in rupees and the materials needed to unlock.
The first thing to note about Armor Upgrades is they are permanent upgrades which means that once they've been applied they can't be replaced unless you have another piece of equipment that has the same upgrade. It is crucial to only apply the highest level of upgrades to your gear and ensure that you have the required materials to complete the process.
In terms of acquiring the upgrade components needed, you'll find them in various locations around Hyrule, including shrines, shops, and even enemies. They'll usually be identified with a gold circle or a blue triangle symbol and are available in large numbers as you advance through the game. They may appear randomly but there is a possibility that getting certain upgrades can trigger a quest that will reward you with even more.

It is also important to note that even though the amount of protection offered by each upgrade varies, it is the same for all upgrades and will always be superior to nothing. This is because a complete set of upgraded armor will provide you with a substantial defense boost that will protect you from all kinds of attacks, except magic which makes it a very effective tool for any class.
Weapons
You can upgrade your guns by using special upgrades to make them unique. These can increase damage, change the weapon's stats in order to adapt to your specific build, and even unlock new attachments, such as unique ammo types, enchantments, and aesthetic options.
To upgrade a weapon, you'll need to have an upgrade component in place and the item. The weapon should also be above a certain level for the upgrade to be effective and the majority of weapons can only accept one upgrade at a time.
Weapon upgrade components can be found scattered throughout the world, from a variety of sources, including merchants or enemies. Upgrade components are a mixture of ingredients that you can slot into weapons, armors, trinkets and gathering tools in order to gain an attribute bonus. They require equipment to be of a certain degree to allow the upgrade. They can be upgraded in the same way as other items.
Upgrades are a mix of Smithing Stones (a type of stone) and Runes. They are used to enhance the effectiveness of weapons and increase their ability to scale with other stats. They can be found from enemies that are dropped into the open world, purchased from a few merchants, or obtained from combat.
There are two NPCs who can upgrade your weapons: the 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 will take your Smithing Stones and Runes in exchange for a more powerful version of the weapon as well as an upgrade.
It's crucial to prioritise upgrading your top-of-the-line items first, followed by those you won't be replacing soon. If you're planning on playing in a melee-based build, for example upgrade your weapon, then your shoulders and chest followed by your feet and hands. The same principle applies to Magic and Utility Items. But, depending on your playstyle, some items will be more beneficial than others. Armour is the same, with certain refining better than others.
Magic Items
A character can only upgrade one item of magic. If an upgrade project is canceled then any subsequent upgrades for that item will not begin. Magic items that are upgraded will cost twice the amount of gold they normally cost to make or purchase however they may offer additional advantages.
A magical item is any item that has some special properties or effects. Most of these items are weapons, however some are also shields, armor as well as cloaks, potions scrolls, rings, and other items. Certain of these items can be made to speak.
The majority of magic items can be upgraded so that they are equipped with additional capabilities. This can make them more useful to players or help players overcome difficult situations. A weapon infused with a special substance might offer, for instance, additional damage against a specific kind of enemy. This is especially useful for those who have reached a level that they're likely to face a single type of monster in the dungeons.
A ring infused by magic might grant immunity to nonmagical attacks that bludgeon, pierce, or slash (excluding silvered attacks) until the character is given a second rest. This can be particularly helpful for melee martial characters or anyone who wishes to save the hassle and expense of buying an armor.
Some enchanted objects have special powers which allow the character to cast spells that are not in their class list. This can be useful for characters who have difficulty maintaining their spell slots because of multiclassing. These magical objects require an Intelligence check (Arcana), and the spell is determined by rolling a table based upon the amount of Intelligence points spent.
Other items that are enchanted can allow the player to change their appearance, or even create a new one. These are particularly beneficial for those who have to leave their home, or are in a place that they aren't welcomed. A magical item could provide them with an invisibility effect, or make them invisible to everyone except a chosen person.
Utility Items
Utility items are products that do not fall under the categories of clothing, armor or Weapons, and provide a range of different capabilities. They are not compatible with each other, in contrast to weapons or armor. Most utility items have an effect that the player can activate by using them but some have additional abilities that activate when the user presses an action button or activates an ability.
The most popular kind of utility item is the Flashlight that is used to illuminate the surrounding area. Other utility items include the Helicopter Cap and Rocket Boots which allow the player to hover in mid-air when moving and the Jetpack which allows the player to accelerate in all directions while on the ground. Several useful items can be immediately produced in the Engineering section, while others can be unlocked through Research projects or experimental projects in the Proving Ground.
In addition to the items that are available in the regular inventory, players can also unlock some more useful items of utility by buying them from the Atomic Shop and also from seasonal Scoreboard rewards (such as the Shadow Goggles). Certain of these items can be upgraded for greater effectiveness.
Most utility items provide the player with an advantage in navigation or boost the ability to fight. Sharpening stones, made by a Weaponsmith will increase power and Ferocity. Maintenance Oils, made by a Huntsman can increase concentration and healing power. Other items of utility like Writs and Theses crafted by the Scribe can be utilized to give the player an increase in Damage or Condition Damage.
All XCOM soldiers can be equipped with a useful item at the beginning of the campaign, and an additional slot can be obtained by acquiring certain types of armor or completing engineering, research or other projects in the Proving Ground. During the Alien Hunters downloadable content, additional slots are available by equipping the Grenade Launcher. This permits players to use the Smoke Grenade or Bomb while an offensive grenade is kept in the main slot.