Repairing Gear

Maintain Geralt's equipment in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt by repairing swords and armor at blacksmiths or using repair kits to keep gear functional.

Keeping your gear in top condition is crucial for survival in The Witcher 3. Geralt's swords and armor degrade with use, reducing their effectiveness. Fortunately, you can repair them at blacksmiths or by using repair kits found throughout the world. Regular maintenance ensures you're always ready for the next monster.

Understanding Gear Durability

Every piece of equipment Geralt uses has a durability rating. This is represented by a green bar next to the item's stats in your inventory. As you fight monsters, engage in combat, and take damage, this bar will deplete. When the bar is fully depleted, the item's stats are significantly reduced, making it much less effective. For weapons, this means lower damage output, and for armor, it means less damage reduction. oring gear durability can lead to difficult fights becoming even more challenging, or even impossible.

Repairing Gear

There are two primary methods for repairing your gear:

1. Using Repair Kits

Repair kits are consumable items that can restore the durability of your weapons and armor. There are different types of repair kits:

• Weapon Repair Kits: These restore durability to swords (steel and silver).
• Armor Repair Kits: These restore durability to all types of armor (chest, trousers, boots, gauntlets).
• Master Repair Kits: These are rarer and can repair both weapons and armor to full durability.

You can find repair kits scattered throughout the world in chests, as loot from defeated enemies, or as quest rewards. It's a good practice to always keep a few of each type in your inventory, especially when venturing out on long expeditions.

2. Visiting Blacksmiths and Armorers

The most reliable way to fully repair your gear is by visiting a blacksmith (for weapons) or an armorer (for armor). These skilled craftsmen can restore your equipment to its maximum durability for a fee. The cost of repair depends on the item's level and rarity.

You'll encounter blacksmiths and armorers in most major settlements. For example:

• In White Orchard, you can find a blacksmith near the village square.
• In Novigrad, there are several skilled armorers and blacksmiths, particularly in the Hierarch Square area.
• In Oxenfurt, you'll find a blacksmith near the main bridge.

Blacksmiths typically specialize in weapons, while armorers focus on crafting and repairing armor. However, some craftsmen may be able to handle both. Look for the hammer icon on your minimap to locate them.

When to Repair

It's wise to repair your gear whenever you visit a town or settlement, especially if you've been in a lot of combat. Don't wait until your equipment is completely broken, as its effectiveness will be severely hampered. A quick visit to a craftsman can save you a lot of trouble and potential deaths later on. If you're low on coin, prioritize repairing your most frequently used or highest-tier gear.

Crafting and Repairing Witcher Gear

Witcher gear sets, such as the Viper School Gear or Griffin School Gear, are powerful but also require maintenance. While you can repair them like any other gear, finding the necessary crafting components to craft and upgrade them is a separate process. Ensure you keep your Witcher gear in good condition as it often provides the best stats and bonuses.

By consistently managing your gear's durability, you'll ensure Geralt remains a formidable force against the beasts and humans that inhabit the Continent.