Upgrading Weapons: Overview

Learn how to upgrade your weapons in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Discover materials needed, the Curator's role, and when random upgrades occur.

Hey there! So, you're looking to beef up your arsenal in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33? Smart move. When you first snag a new weapon, it's usually pretty decent for where you find it. The further you get in the game, the higher level the weapons you'll discover will be. Sometimes, you might get lucky and a weapon will upgrade itself just by being around new enemies – no need to even have it equipped! But honestly, don't count on this; it's pretty unreliable and you can't really farm for it. If a weapon doesn't get a random boost within its first few encounters in a new zone, it's probably not going to. You could always try your luck and push to the next area, hoping for a random upgrade, but when you absolutely need that extra damage, you'll want to upgrade some weapons manually.

To get started with manual upgrades, you'll first need to clear the Flying Waters dungeon. Once that's done, a helpful NPC called the Curator will set up shop in a cave right at your camp. Just head over to him, select the [Upgrade Weapons] option, and you can pick which of your weapons you want to improve. Of course, nothing in this world comes for free, and upgrading your gear will cost you various resources. The specific materials you need depend on the weapon's current level, and here's a breakdown:

So yeah, after you clear the Flying Waters dungeon, the Curator will appear at your camp. He's the guy you'll want to talk to for all sorts of services, including making your weapons even more powerful!