[2026] Evolution Guide: G17 Armors
In The Classic PW 1.8.7, the evolution of armors is simple, straightforward, and part of the character's main progression.
By completing the introductory red missions and finishing the Beginner's Path, the player will already have access to the R8 UP3 equipment, which is the introductory gear for the server's armor progression.
From the R8 UP3 equipment, the player can evolve their armors to G17 UP1, then to G17 UP2, and finally to G17 UP3, which is currently the strongest armor set available on the server.
Progression Summary
- The player completes the red missions and the Beginner's Path;
- During this stage, the player receives the R8 UP2 equipment and the materials to evolve to R8 UP3;
- The R8 UP3 is the introductory equipment for armor progression;
- The recommendation is to roll the R8 UP3 until good attributes are obtained;
- After that, the player can evolve to G17 UP1;
- Next, the progression continues to G17 UP2;
- Finally, the player reaches G17 UP3, the current endgame equipment of the server.
Main Evolution Order
Alternative Evolution Order with Rank 9
Direct Alternative Order
Where to Farm the Materials?
To evolve the R8 UP3 equipment to G17 equipment, the player will need to complete the Twilight Palace 4-1 instance.
- The instance can be completed 1 time per day per character;
- 80% of the drops are bound to the character;
- 20% of the drops are unbound and can be traded;
- It is the main content for farming evolution materials for G17 armors.
Alternative Progression with Rank 9
In addition to the main route through R8 UP3 → G17 UP1 → G17 UP2 → G17 UP3, there is also an alternative progression line using Rank 9 equipment.
In this route, the player can evolve their equipment to R9 UP1, R9 UP2, and R9 UP3. With the R9 UP3 equipment and the same materials used in the final evolution of G17, it will be possible to upgrade directly to G17 UP3.
R9 UP1
To create a piece of armor R9 UP1, the player will need the base materials of Rank 9.
-
General's Symbol
(14)
-
Glory Medal
(2)
R9 UP2
To create a piece of armor R9 UP2, the player will need the corresponding R9 UP1 piece and the upgrade material.
- Corresponding R9 UP1 piece
-
Summer Wind Symbol
(1)
R9 UP3
To create a piece of armor R9 UP3, the player will need the corresponding R9 UP2 piece, as well as Sovereign Seal, Ebony Gold, and silver coins.
- Corresponding R9 UP2 piece
-
Sovereign Seal
(80)
-
Ebony Gold
(1)
- 20,000,000 silver coins
Alternative Upgrade from R8 UP3 to R9 UP3
There is also the possibility to directly evolve a piece R8 UP3 to
R9 UP3, using the corresponding R8 UP3 equipment plus
Powder Waterfall Artifact
(9).
- Corresponding R8 UP3 piece
-
Powder Waterfall Artifact
(9)
R9 UP3 to G17 UP3
After obtaining the R9 UP3 piece, the player can use it as an alternative to the G17 UP2 piece in creating the G17 UP3.
- Corresponding G17 UP2 piece + G17 UP3 materials;
- or Corresponding R9 UP3 piece + the same G17 UP3 materials.
Upgrade to G17 UP1
To craft the G17 UP1, the player will need the corresponding R8 UP3 part and the necessary materials for each piece.
G17 UP1 Armor
- R8 UP3 Armor
Engraved Twilight Ring
(48)
Ashes of the Illusion Realm
(27)
Elder Demon Death (3)
Restructuring Crystal
(50)
G17 UP1 Greaves
- R8 UP3 Greaves
Engraved Twilight Ring
(48)
Demonic Blade (27)
Absurdity of the Lady of Illusions
(3)
Restructuring Crystal
(50)
G17 UP1 Boots
- R8 UP3 Boots
Engraved Twilight Ring
(48)
Sovereign's Glory (27)
Tsu's Mask (3)
Restructuring Crystal
(50)
G17 UP1 Gloves
- R8 UP3 Gloves
Engraved Twilight Ring
(48)
Counselor's Malice (27)
Lament of a Dynasty (3)
Restructuring Crystal
(50)
Upgrade to G17 UP2
To craft the G17 UP2, the player will need the corresponding G17 UP1 part and the necessary materials for each piece.
G17 UP2 Armor
- G17 UP1 Armor
Engraved Twilight Ring
(400)
Ashes of the Illusion Realm
(200)
Elder Demon Death (20)
Wheel of Destiny (10)
G17 UP2 Greaves
- G17 UP1 Greaves
Engraved Twilight Ring
(400)
Demonic Blade (200)
Absurdity of the Lady of Illusions
(20)
Wheel of Destiny (10)
G17 UP2 Boots
- G17 UP1 Boots
Engraved Twilight Ring
(400)
Sovereign's Glory (200)
Tsu's Mask (20)
Wheel of Destiny (10)
G17 UP2 Gloves
- G17 UP1 Gloves
Engraved Twilight Ring
(400)
Advisor's Malice (200)
Lament of a Dynasty (20)
Wheel of Destiny (10)
Upgrade to G17 UP3
To make the G17 UP3, the player will need the corresponding G17 UP2 part and the necessary materials for each piece.
If the player is following the alternative route of Rank 9, it will also be possible to use the corresponding R9 UP3 part instead of the G17 UP2 part, keeping the same materials listed below.
G17 UP3 Armor
- G17 UP2 Armor or R9 UP3 Armor
Engraved Twilight Ring
(800)
Ashes of the Illusion Kingdom
(400)
Death of the Ancient Demon (40)
Wheel of Destiny (10)
Wings of the Sovereign (320)
Sincere Heart of Chungyun
(35)
Smoldering Emerald of the Princess
(10)
G17 UP3 Leggings
- G17 UP2 Leggings or R9 UP3 Leggings
Engraved Twilight Ring
(800)
Demonic Blade (400)
Absurdity of the Lady of Illusions
(40)
Wheel of Destiny (10)
Warrior Spirit of Chungyun
(320)
Bow of the Sovereign (35)
Smoldering Emerald of the Princess
(10)
G17 UP3 Boots
- G17 UP2 Boots or R9 UP3 Boots
Engraved Twilight Ring
(800)
Glory of a Sovereign (400)
Tsu's Mask (40)
Wheel of Destiny (10)
Kiss of the Holy Lady
(320)
Scepter of the Sovereign (35)
Smoldering Emerald of the Princess
(10)
G17 UP3 Gloves
- G17 UP2 Gloves or R9 UP3 Gloves
Engraved Twilight Ring
(800)
Advisor's Malice (400)
Lament of a Dynasty (40)
Wheel of Destiny (10)
Wings of the Sovereign (320)
Splendor of Nemen's Illusion
(35)
Smoldering Emerald of the Princess
(10)
Progression Recommendation
Before upgrading your equipment to G17, it is recommended to reroll the R8 UP3 equipment until you get good attributes. After that, follow the evolution normally to G17 UP1, G17 UP2, and finally, G17 UP3.
Players who prefer to follow the alternative route of Rank 9 can also reach G17 UP3 using the corresponding R9 UP3 equipment plus the same materials for the final evolution.
Summary
- The player completes the red missions and the Beginner's Path with access to R8 UP3;
- The R8 UP3 is the introductory equipment for armor progression;
- It is recommended to reroll the R8 UP3 before upgrading;
- The main evolution follows the route R8 UP3 → G17 UP1 → G17 UP2 → G17 UP3;
- There is an alternative route through Rank 9: R9 UP1 → R9 UP2 → R9 UP3 → G17 UP3;
- It is also possible to evolve from R8 UP3 to R9 UP3 using 9 Powder Waterfall Artifacts;
- The G17 UP3 is the current endgame equipment of the server;
- The materials are mainly obtained in the Dusk Palace 4-1;
- The instance can be done 1 time per day;
- 80% of the drops are bound and 20% are tradable.
Evolving your armors in The Classic PW 1.8.7 is simple: complete the initial progression, strengthen your R8 UP3 equipment, and advance to the G17 UP3 set.
To check the complete and detailed information about the instance Dusk Palace 4-1, visit: Complete Guide to Dusk 4-1 .
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