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For weapons, keep what he has on him right now.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic

For weapons, keep what he has on him right now.

Learn how to upgrade your weapons and armor in Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. Discover workbenches and footlockers to enhance your gear and prepare for battle.

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Learn how to upgrade your weapons and armor in Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. Discover workbenches and footlockers to enhance your gear and prepare for battle.

Alright, so you're wondering about weapons in Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic? The simplest advice is to just stick with what your character is currently equipped with for now. Don't worry too much about finding the absolute best gear right away; focus on getting through the initial parts of the game.

As you explore your apartment, you'll stumble upon a couple of key things: a workbench and a footlocker. The footlocker is usually packed with some useful starting items. The workbench, though, is where the real magic happens for gear. Think of it as your personal upgrade station. You can use it to enhance your swords, lightsabers, blasters, armor, and pretty much any other piece of equipment you find. You'll either be able to buy upgrade components or find them by looting defeated enemies.

A Quick Note on Party Members: Keep an eye out for party members who have a !x next to their name in the guide. This means it's time to chat with them! 'x' is just a number indicating which conversation you should be having. For example, if you see Carth!4, that means you should talk to Carth for the fourth time, and I'll give you a heads-up on what the conversation is about so you know you're on the right track. If you're having trouble triggering these conversations, try leaving your hideout and coming back in, or use the rapid transit system. Sometimes just leveling up or finishing a quest can also do the trick. Don't stress too much about what you say in most conversations; I'll let you know if your dialogue choice actually matters.

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