"How to Acquire Tier II/Fine Gear in Avowed"

In *Avowed*, keeping your weapons and armor upgraded is crucial for tackling the challenges ahead. At the start of your journey, you'll mostly encounter Common, or Level I, weapons and enemies. But as you progress, these will scale up to Level II, necessitating Fine gear to keep pace with the increased difficulty. Here’s your guide to acquiring Tier II/Fine weapons and armor in *Avowed*.

How to Upgrade Weapons and Armor from Common (I) to Fine (II) in Avowed

In *Avowed*, not all weapons and armor will be Fine Quality from the get-go; some will need upgrading. The game tracks gear effectiveness through Quality, which is indicated by a descriptor, color, and Roman Numeral. Common gear, marked in green, falls under the I category, while Fine gear, marked in blue, is categorized as II. Each Quality level has three sub-levels ranging from +1 to +3.

To upgrade your gear from Common (I) to Fine (II), make your way to a Party Camp where you'll find a workbench for upgrades. You'll need to progress through each sub-level (+1 to +3) before reaching Fine (II). Each sub-level requires specific materials, which vary depending on the type of gear. Once you hit +3, you can elevate your gear to Fine (II) using Adra, a rare and valuable crystal obtained through quest completions, purchases from Merchants, or by breaking down Unique items.

Where to Find and Purchase Fine (II) Weapons and Armor in Avowed

While upgrading can be resource-intensive, there are alternative ways to acquire Fine (II) gear in the Living Lands. You might stumble upon Fine (II) weapons and armor in Dawnshore, particularly from defeated Level II enemies or Bounties. However, relying on Common gear against these foes can be risky, so stock up on health potions.

For purchasing options, head to Paradis, which becomes accessible shortly after you defeat the Dreamscourge-infested bear boss in Dawnshore as part of the Main Quest. In Paradis, a pair of sister Merchants near the Bounty Board offer Fine gear. Merlylin specializes in magical items like grimoires and wands, while her blacksmith sister provides more conventional weapons and armor, as shown in the image above.

And that's how you can equip yourself with Fine weapons and armor in *Avowed*, ensuring you're well-prepared for the challenges ahead.