Companion Equipment & Upgrades

Your companions in Knights of the Old Republic are vital assets, and their effectiveness in combat can be sificantly enhanced through proper equipment and upgrades. Equipping them with the best weapons, armor, and Force-enhancing items is crucial for tackling the game's toughest challenges.

Each companion has specific weapon proficiencies and armor types they can utilize. Understanding these limitations and strengths is key to optimizing their loadouts. For instance, a Jedi companion will benefit greatly from lightsabers and robes that enhance Force abilities, while a soldier might prefer heavy blasters and armor.

Beyond standard gear, many items offer unique bonuses that can synergize with a companion's abilities or playstyle. Look for items that boost their primary attributes, enhance their combat feats, or provide resistances to specific damage types.

Key Equipment Considerations:

Weapons: Choose weapons that match your companion's proficiencies (blasters, vibroblades, lightsabers).
Armor: Equip armor that provides the best defense without hindering their abilities (robes, light, medium, heavy armor).
Force-Enhancing Items: For Force-sensitive companions, items that boost Wisdom, Charisma, or Force power regeneration are invaluable.
Implant Slots: Utilize implants to further enhance attributes or grant special abilities.

Regularly check vendor inventories and loot fallen enemies for better gear. upgrade your companions' equipment as you progress, as their effectiveness directly impacts your party's survivability and success in combat.