Item Modification & Upgrades

Beyond crafting entirely new items, Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic offers a robust system for modifying and upgrading your existing gear. This allows you to breathe new life into your favorite weapons and armor, enhancing their performance and adapting them to your evolving needs. Whether you're looking to increase the damage output of your blaster, bolster the defensive capabilities of your armor, or add a unique enchantment to your lightsaber, item modification is the key. This system encourages players to hold onto their preferred gear, rather than constantly seeking out new, potentially inferior replacements.

To modify items, you'll typically need to visit a specialized workbench or crafting station relevant to the item type. For weapons, this might be a weapon modification bench, and for armor, an armorsmithing station. You'll then select the item you wish to upgrade and choose from a selection of available modification slots. These slots can be filled with various components, such as power converters, targeting modules, reinforced plating, or energy conduits. Each modification will provide a specific bonus, such as increased damage, improved accuracy, higher defense rating, or resistance to certain damage types. Some rare modifications might even grant unique passive abilities or proc effects, adding an extra layer of depth to your combat encounters.