Chiropteran
Diamond Member
- Nov 14, 2003
- 9,811
- 110
- 106
Just started this game. How do I use one of those gems that convert an item to a magic item.
I have a blue gem that says it converts a normal item to a magic item. I also have a blue orb that can only be used on a magic item.
So, I have helmet that has two blue sockets. I can't get it to accept the magic blue gem, so I assume the item is already magic. However, it won't accept the blue orb either. Seems I can't use either of these blue enhancements in any item with a blue socket and I'm not sure why.
Sounds like some confusion between currency and gems.
Gems are skill gems, either an active skill or a passive. They are placed in items (and can be removed at will) and must match socket color.
Currency items, such as orbs, are consumable and can be used only once on the correct sort of item. You right click the currency and then click on the target to use it, you don't put it into a gem socket and the color of sockets of an item doesn't really effect currency usage at all.
White items are normal (non-magic). Blue are magic. Yellow are rare. Orange is unique.