Lost Ark Gear Progression: Best Ways To Upgrade

Each tier in Lost Ark Gear has its own level. If you are at level 50 when you hit the end game, your gear should be at level 250. Unlike other games that have a perplexing Gear Score System, Lost Ark has a relatively simpler gear system. 

Achieving Higher Upgrades

Changing tiers does not impact your ability to progress in the game. For example, you may notice that the first dungeon in the second tier requires you to have a 600 gear level. Once you have that required gear level, you can move on to the next tier of challenges. You have two possibilities here.

• Grind dungeons for better gear.
• Improve gear from the main and side quests.

Reaching Level 50

Visit the continents in the following order to reach level 50.

• Complete the main quests in Rethramis, Yudia, and Luterra. You will reach level 35 by the time you get done with these quests.
• Completing World Quests by sailing to Tortoyk will help you reach level 40 or more.
• Sail to Anikka to reach level 45 or more.
• You will sail to Arthetine, and before you complete the final world quest in this region, you will be at level 50. Your gear level at this time will be around 250. 

Lost Ark Tier 1 Gear Progression

The progression of Tier 1 Gear in Lost Ark is explained in the following four phases.

1. Phase 1: Gear Progression (Level 50-250):
   • • Upon reaching level 50, your gear level starts at 250, marking the beginning of end-game content. Focus on the main quest, instances, and islands to increase your gear level. Ensure completion of introductory quests for Chaos Dungeon and Guardian Raids if still locked.
2. Phase 2: Shushire World Quest and Gear Acquisition (Level 302):
   • • Complete the Shushire World Quest to obtain a level 302 gear set. Alternatively, engage in North Vern Chaos Dungeon, featuring quick 5-minute runs. The Ur’Nil Guardian Raid yields valuable materials, and finishing the blue quest unlocks Abyssal Dungeons.
3. Phase 3: Gear Upgrading and Abyss Dungeon Focus:
   • • Concentrate on engravings, stats, Abyss Dungeon, Chaos Dungeon, and Islands. Utilize gear honing to upgrade items from +1 to +15, with higher failure rates at +15. Complete the first two Abyssal Dungeons for an epic tier 1 gear set.
4. Phase 4: Gear Level Upgrade to 600:
   1. • Elevate gear level from 460 to 600 by completing daily quests and Una’s Tasks for upgrade materials. Use Gear honing NPC to reach +15 on each gear. Craft legendary gear with order weapons, helmets, chests, and gloves. Transfer gear upgrades to strengthen without affecting item level, incurring only silver costs.

Complete the Blue World Quest Line in Yorn to unlock Chaos Dungeon and Abyssal Dungeons. Avoid rushing and enjoy the main storyline for a more immersive experience.

Lost Ark Tier 2 Gear Progression

The Tier 2 Gear in Lost Ark is divided into the following 3 phases.

1. Phase 1: Rare Set (Level 802):
   1. • Start Tier 2 gear progression with the first chaos dungeon, acquiring a rare set at level 802. Gather upgrade materials from Chaos Dungeon, Raids, and Una’s tasks.
2. Phase 2: Epic Gear (+2 on Tier 2):
   • • Upgrade Tier 2 gear to +2 using the gear-honing NPC. Obtain an epic gear set by completing the first two Abyssal Dungeons. Transfer the rare set to an epic set with the gear recycling NPC.
3. Phase 3: Gear Upgrade Challenge (1000 to 1100):
   • • Upgrade gear from 1000 to 1100 in this challenging phase. Despite potential honing failures, persist in farming daily dungeons and quests. Focus on spamming dungeons, cubes, and towers to reach gear level 1080. Hone gear only with 20 Moon’s Breath to avoid setbacks.

Lost Ark Tier 3 Gear Progression

Tier 3 is the last and most difficult Tier in the game. The four phases of Tier 3 Gear in Lost Ark are discussed below.

1. Phase 1: Punika Continent (1100 to 1302 Gear Level):
   1. • Upon reaching the maximum Tier level, unlock the Punika continent, upgrading gear from 1100 to 1302. Face challenging bosses while completing main quests, dungeons, Island Tokens, and Una’s Tasks.
2. Phase 2: Punika Focus (1302 to 1370 Gear Level):
   • • Divided into two parts, focus on Punika until gear reaches 1325, acquiring an epic set for increased damage. Incrementally raise gear level to 1370. Complete Abyss Raid: Argos for a legendary set. Aim for an average +15 on all gear.
3. Phase 3: Legendary Gear (1415 Gear Level):
   • • Stick to Punika, obtaining legendary gear upgradable to 1415. Strengthen with Giant Hearts, Mokoko Seeds, and achievements for vitality potions and skill points.
4. Phase 4: Critical Decisions (1415 to 1460 Gear Level):
   • • Upgrade gear from 1415 to 1460. Focus on stronghold, continent progression, and Island Tokens. Options include upgrading Argos set to +18, running Valtan Legion Raid for legendary gear, or upgrading Argos or Valtan set to +16 and running Biackiss Legion Raid to reach +18.
5. Phase 5: Skill Point Mastery (1460 to 1575 Gear Level):
   • • Complete continents for skill point potions, aiming for level 10 skills. Optimize skill sets for Raid and Dungeons. Options include upgrading the gear set to 20+, running Backiass Legion Raid for a full set at 20+, or upgrading a 19+ set to 20+ via Kouko-Saton Legion Raid.
6. Phase 6: Peak Gear Level (1490 to 1575 Gear Level):
   • • Upgrade gear from 1490 to 1575, the highest phase of the highest tier. Utilize remaining materials and collectibles. Options include upgrading gear to 25+, running Abrelshud Legion Raid on normal difficulty, or recycling old gear for a 25+ upgrade.

Other Tips

Lost Ark is a game with action and adventure developed by Tripod and Smile gate’s studio. The game offers a diverse range of features and activities for players. Players get to choose from various classes, including Lost Ark Aeromancer Class, Deathblade Class, Gunslinger Class, and many more. 

The characters in the game have different sets of abilities, and you can even customize these characters using Umar Collections Skins and Legendary Skins in Lost Ark. No matter what character you play with, your gear should always be upgraded. The gear in Lost Ark is separated into levels and tiers, so we have discussed below how you can upgrade your gear. While you are at it, consider reading our guide on Lost Ark Battle Items.