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+====== Upgrading ======
+**Upgrading** is a fundamental mechanic in Remixed Dungeon that allows players to improve their equipment using various scrolls and items.
+==== Overview ====
+Upgrading enhances the effectiveness of items by increasing their stats and capabilities. The most common method involves using [[en:rpd:scroll_of_upgrade_item|Scrolls of Upgrade]] to improve weapons, armor, rings, and other equipment.
+==== Upgrading Process ====
+  * **Scroll of Upgrade**: Standard item to upgrade equipment by +1 level
+  * **Application**: Can be applied to [[en:rpd:weapon_item|Weapons]], [[en:rpd:armor_item|Armor]], [[en:rpd:ring_item|Rings]], and other upgradeable items
+  * **Immediate Effect**: Provides immediate stat improvements upon use
+  * **Level Scaling**: Each upgrade level provides consistent stat bonuses
+==== Effects by Item Type ====
+  * **Weapons**: Increased damage range and potential special effects
+  * **Armor**: Improved defense rating (DR) and protection
+  * **Rings**: Enhanced magical properties
+  * **Wands**: More charges and potentially faster recharging
+  * **Artifacts**: Improved effectiveness and sometimes additional charges
+==== Special Upgrading Items ====
+  * [[en:rpd:scroll_of_upgrade_item|Scroll of Upgrade]] - Standard upgrade item
+  * [[en:rpd:scroll_of_weapon_upgrade_item|Scroll of Weapon Upgrade]] - Specialized for weapons
+  * [[en:rpd:scroll_of_enchantment_item|Scroll of Enchantment]] - Adds enchantments to weapons or glyphs to armor
+  * [[en:rpd:armor_kit_item|Armor Kit]] - Converts armor to class-specific armor
+  * [[en:rpd:weapon_kit_item|Weapon Kit]] - Converts weapons to class-specific weapons
+==== Risks and Considerations ====
+  * **Curse Risk**: Applying upgrades to items with curses can cause negative effects
+  * **Incompatibility**: Some enchantments/glyphs may be incompatible with existing ones
+  * **Cursed Items**: Upgrading cursed items may result in harmful effects until uncursed
+==== Strategy ====
+  * **Priority**: Generally prioritize upgrading effective weapons and armor first
+  * **Timing**: Early game upgrades have more proportional impact on survival
+  * **Resource Management**: Balance between immediate needs and long-term upgrades
+  * **Cautious Use**: Be careful when upgrading cursed items without uncursing them first
+==== Code References ====
+  * **Upgrade Implementation:** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/Item.java|Item.java upgrade() method]]
+  * **Scroll of Upgrade:** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/scrolls/ScrollOfUpgrade.java|ScrollOfUpgrade.java]]
+  * **Weapon Upgrade:** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/scrolls/ScrollOfWeaponUpgrade.java|ScrollOfWeaponUpgrade.java]]
+  * **String resources (English):** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml#L1674-L1684|Upgrade scroll strings]]
+  * **String resources (Russian):** [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values-ru/strings_all.xml#L1781-L1791|Upgrade scroll strings]]
+==== See Also ====
+  * [[en:rpd:scroll_of_upgrade_item|Scroll of Upgrade]]
+  * [[en:rpd:equipment|Equipment]]
+  * [[en:rpd:weapon_item|Weapon Item]]
+  * [[en:rpd:armor_item|Armor Item]]
+  * [[en:rpd:enchantments|Enchantments]]
+{{tag> rpd mechanics upgrading equipment}}