'QUALITY'
An item's quality is determined from the sum of its attributes. Each
attribute has a weighting. For instance, a point of hitroll is taken twice
as valuable as a point of strength since a point of strength allows one to wear
high quality hitroll items that lower strength. Similar logic follows for the
other attributes. The quality of item does not take its level into account,
only its potential for offense or defense. Players should always consider and
take their own preferred playstyles into consideration, as someone who likes to
chase without resting will find more value in regeneration items. Be
purposeful with your choices, and look beyond just the raw stat at what
will best fit your needs. You may find more value in lesser quality items if
they suit your preferences better, or if you found an effective playstyle
that requires more of a certain attribute. Be discerning.
The quality of an item is displayed only in the identify spell, and it is
colour coded for ease of understanding. Since unique items typically
have unique affects, these items are always coloured gold.
See also:
DEGREE IDENTIFY