MudGate leveling with equipment

Acquiring better gear

As characters level up, they can find stronger weapons and armor. Better gear may have higher base stats, stronger bonuses, or special effects.

Armor

Armor quality is shown through armor class (AC). Low-level armor often has AC 1-11. Stronger armor can reach AC 12-19, and top-tier armor can reach AC 20.

Armor bonuses can also improve with level. These bonuses may add protection against damage types, resist conditions, or grant other useful effects.

Weapons

Weapons improve through weapon class, base damage, and bonuses. Weapon class can reach 20, but bonus quality can still make a weapon stronger after that.

Higher-level weapons may also add unusual damage types, such as elemental damage or life drain. Off-hand weapons and shields can further support dual wielding or defense-focused builds.