https://notes.io/wJxHM 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 sometimes adds buffs or rerolls to an attach. It is important to remember that upgrading magic and common gear isn't always worth it. Rare and exclusive equipment will quickly surpass the standard gear and upgraded magic. Cost If a player wants to upgrade an item, they must spend Gold to do so. The cost of upgrading an item varies based on the item's current status and the type of upgrade. Upgrades to weapons are typically cheaper than upgrades for armor, since weapons have lower requirements. The amount of Gold required for upgrading an item increases as the item is upgraded. Upgraded will also have improved stats that can improve its performance in a variety of ways. This may include boosting its attack strength or critical strike chance. An upgraded item may also provide additional buffs to the weapon it is equipped with. These upgrades are able to boost the overall strength of a unit or a single unit, and may have a significant impact on the gameplay. Items can be upgraded by any item upgrader NPC in the game. Generally these NPCs are found in major cities or questing spots. Players can also locate item upgraders in dungeons that have high-level bosses, and by talking to NPCs in their garrisons for their faction. The system of upgrading items in World of Warcraft provides players with the possibility of upgrading the levels of weapons, armor, and trinkets. This process is largely identical to that of gear reforging in Mists of Pandaria and Warlords of Draenor however, instead of using the appropriate currency, players must visit an NPC to upgrade their items to complete the process. Upgrades can be expensive particularly for armor and weapons. Based on the upgrade track you select, each level increase will cost Valorstones or Crests. The cost are prohibitive for