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Runes are a replacement for the vanilla enchantment system. They apply effects to '''Weapons''', '''Armor''', and '''Tools'''. Each item has specific '''rune slots''', which determine what '''color''' of rune can be applied. | Runes are a replacement for the vanilla enchantment system. They apply effects to '''Weapons''', '''Armor''', and '''Tools'''. Each item has specific '''rune slots''', which determine what '''color''' of rune can be applied. | ||
=== | ===Example=== | ||
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This means you can apply a total of '''4 runes''' to the weapon and only '''Red''' and '''Yellow''' runes can be used in those slots. | This means you can apply a total of '''4 runes''' to the weapon and only '''Red''' and '''Yellow''' runes can be used in those slots. | ||
== | ==Rune Types and Tiers== | ||
There are '''five''' rune tiers, each with the potential to enhance the effects of the previous one, though improvement is not always guaranteed. Rune stats are randomized within tier-specific ranges, meaning that while upgrading a rune can yield stronger effects, some attributes may actually become worse. Upgrading should be done strategically, as results can vary even when using higher-tier materials: | There are '''five''' rune tiers, each with the potential to enhance the effects of the previous one, though improvement is not always guaranteed. Rune stats are randomized within tier-specific ranges, meaning that while upgrading a rune can yield stronger effects, some attributes may actually become worse. Upgrading should be done strategically, as results can vary even when using higher-tier materials: | ||
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== | ==Rune Colors and Their Uses== | ||
Each rune is associated with a specific color, which determines what type of item it can be applied to. Items have rune slots that accept only certain colors, so understanding these colors is essential when customizing your gear: | Each rune is associated with a specific color, which determines what type of item it can be applied to. Items have rune slots that accept only certain colors, so understanding these colors is essential when customizing your gear: | ||
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Make sure to match rune colors with compatible item | Make sure to match rune colors with compatible rune slot on the item. For example, a rune with a blue color cannot be applied to a weapon. | ||
== | ==How to Obtain and Upgrade Runes== | ||
=== | ===Shard Runes=== | ||
* Not craftable. | * Not craftable. | ||
* Dropped by certain mobs or bosses. | * Dropped by certain mobs or bosses. | ||
* Can be purchased from the | * Can be purchased from the Magic Shop at spawn using XP Levels. | ||
* Provide | * Provide no effects themselves. | ||
* Required for crafting higher-tier runes. | * Required for crafting higher-tier runes. | ||
== | ==Crafting and Upgrading Runes== | ||
To upgrade a rune to the next tier, you need: | To upgrade a rune to the next tier, you need: | ||
* | * 8 runes of the same type and tier | ||
* | * 1 metal ingot (based on the tier you're upgrading to) | ||
All 8 runes must be | All 8 runes must be identical, same name and tier. | ||
=== | ===Tier Materials=== | ||
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== | ==Crafting Examples== | ||
=== | ===Shard → Dormant=== | ||
* Crafting: Place 8 Shattered Runes of the same type around 1 | * Crafting: Place 8 Shattered Runes of the same type around 1 Silver Ingot. | ||
* Example: | * Example: | ||
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[[File:Shard to Dormant rune.png]] | [[File:Shard to Dormant rune.png]] | ||
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=== | ===Dormant → Forged=== | ||
* Crafting: Place 8 | * Crafting: Place 8 Dormant Runes of the same type around 1 Sylvanthrite Ingot. | ||
* Example: | * Example: | ||
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[[File:Dormant to Forged rune.png]] | [[File:Dormant to Forged rune.png]] | ||
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=== | ===Forged → Resonant=== | ||
* Crafting: Place 8 | * Crafting: Place 8 Forged Runes of the same type around 1 Aetherium Ingot. | ||
* Example: | * Example: | ||
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[[File:Forged to Resonant rune.png]] | [[File:Forged to Resonant rune.png]] | ||
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=== | ===Resonant → Transcendent=== | ||
* Crafting: Place 8 | * Crafting: Place 8 Resonant Runes of the same type around 1 Runesteel Ingot. | ||
* Example: | * Example: | ||
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[[File:Resonant to Transcendent rune.png]] | [[File:Resonant to Transcendent rune.png]] | ||
</div> | </div> | ||
== | ==Tips== | ||
* Always keep extra | * Always keep extra Shattered Runes for crafting and upgrading. | ||
* Try different combinations to match your combat or utility needs. | * Try different combinations to match your combat or utility needs. | ||
* Monitor rune stats carefully when upgrading—higher tier doesn’t always mean better in every category. | * Monitor rune stats carefully when upgrading—higher tier doesn’t always mean better in every category. | ||