Combine Armor & Weapons Guide: Faded to Combine via Power Badge Mall

Got Faded Combine gear? Don't sit on it — a quick recycle with the right refine set turns it into proper Combine gear that's fully tradeable. Here's the complete list and where to get what you need.

What's the Difference: Faded vs. Combine?

Faded Combine items are unrefined versions of Combine gear. They look similar but aren't at full strength. Running them through the Recycle System with a Refine Set upgrades them to their proper Combine form — tradeable and ready to use or sell.

Where to Get the Refine Sets

Both refine sets are available from two sources:
- Power Badge Mall (Additional Material Menu)
- Item Mall

Armor Recipes

Faded Combine Armor    + Armor Refine Set = Combine Armor    [tradable]
Faded Combine Helmet   + Armor Refine Set = Combine Helmet   [tradable]
Faded Combine Boots    + Armor Refine Set = Combine Boots    [tradable]
Faded Combine Tasset   + Armor Refine Set = Combine Tasset   [tradable]
Faded Combine Gauntlets+ Armor Refine Set = Combine Gauntlets[tradable]
Faded Combine Shield   + Armor Refine Set = Combine Shield   [tradable]

Weapon Recipes

Faded Combine Dagger    + Weapon Refine Set = Combine Dagger    [tradable]
Faded Combine Dual Sword+ Weapon Refine Set = Combine Dual Sword[tradable]
Faded Combine Bow       + Weapon Refine Set = Combine Bow       [tradable]
Faded Combine Sword     + Weapon Refine Set = Combine Sword     [tradable]
Faded Combine Staff     + Weapon Refine Set = Combine Staff     [tradable]
Faded Combine Axe       + Weapon Refine Set = Combine Axe       [tradable]
Faded Combine Zhen      + Weapon Refine Set = Combine Zhen      [tradable]
Faded Combine Katar     + Weapon Refine Set = Combine Katar     [tradable]
Faded Combine Crossbow  + Weapon Refine Set = Combine Crossbow  [tradable]
Faded Combine Club      + Weapon Refine Set = Combine Club      [tradable]
Faded Combine Polearm   + Weapon Refine Set = Combine Polearm   [tradable]

Also: Trinity (Saint) Armor

The same Armor Refine Set works for Trinity gear too:

Faded Saint Armor    + Armor Refine Set = Saint Armor    [tradable]
Faded Saint Helmet   + Armor Refine Set = Saint Helmet   [tradable]
Faded Saint Boots    + Armor Refine Set = Saint Boots    [tradable]
Faded Saint Tasset   + Armor Refine Set = Saint Tasset   [tradable]
Faded Saint Gauntlets+ Armor Refine Set = Saint Gauntlets[tradable]
Faded Saint Shield   + Armor Refine Set = Saint Shield   [tradable]

Trinity gear is acquired from the Sundries Merchant in Arberlorn.

Quick Tips

• One refine set per piece — each combine is a 1:1 conversion.
• All outputs are tradeable — great for selling refined gear on the market.
• The Recycle System never fails — every refine is guaranteed.
• If you're on a specific class and need a weapon type, just match the Faded version to the right Weapon Refine Set recipe.

FAQ

Q: Can I refine Faded Saint gear with a Weapon Refine Set?
No — Saint gear is armor only and uses the Armor Refine Set exclusively.

Q: Where do I get Faded Combine items?
From the Power Badge Mall and various in-game drops and exchanges. Check the Power Badge Mall for current availability.

Q: Is there a difference in stats between Faded and Combine?
Yes — Combine (refined) gear has proper stats. Faded versions are placeholder-tier items meant to be refined.