In *Avowed*, keeping your weapons and armor upgraded is crucial for surviving the escalating challenges. At the start of your journey, you'll mostly encounter Common, or Level I, weapons and enemies. However, as you progress, these will scale up to Level II, necessitating Fine, or Tier II, gear to keep pace with the increased difficulty. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to acquire and upgrade to Fine (II) weapons and armor in *Avowed*.
How to Upgrade Weapons and Armor from Common (I) to Fine (II) in Avowed
While some weapons and armor may naturally spawn or be available for purchase at Fine Quality, others will need to be upgraded to achieve this status. In *Avowed*, gear effectiveness is measured in two ways: Quality and Level. Quality is indicated by a descriptor, color, and Roman Numeral. Common, Green items are marked with I, while Fine, Blue items are marked with II. Each Quality level is further divided into three sub-levels, ranging from +1 to +3.
To upgrade your gear from Common (I) to Fine (II), you'll need to visit a Party Camp. Each camp features a workbench where you can enhance your weapons and armor. You must progress through each sub-level from +1 to +3, with each requiring specific materials based on the gear type. Once you reach +3, you can then upgrade to Fine (II) using Adra, a rare and valuable crystal. Adra can be obtained from completing Quests, purchasing from Merchants, or by breaking down Unique items.
Where to Find and Purchase Fine (II) Weapons and Armor in Avowed
Upgrading gear is beneficial but resource-intensive. If you're looking for alternative ways to obtain Fine (II) weapons and armor in the Living Lands, they occasionally drop in Dawnshore early in your gameplay, especially from Level II enemies and Bounties. However, using Common gear against these foes can be risky due to lower damage output and resistance, so ensure you're well-stocked with health potions.
You can also purchase Fine (II) gear from certain Merchants in Paradis. Access to Paradis becomes available to the Envoy shortly after defeating the Dreamscourge-infested bear boss in Dawnshore during the early stages of the Main Quest. In Paradis, near the Bounty Board, a pair of sister Merchants offer Fine gear. Merlylin specializes in magical items like grimoires and wands, while her blacksmith sister sells more traditional weapons and armor (as shown in the image above) at the adjacent stall.
This guide should help you navigate the process of acquiring Fine weapons and armor in *Avowed*, ensuring you're well-equipped to tackle the challenges ahead.
