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= Item Identification =
''Also referred to as Item ID''

Item Identification is a secondary skill used to identify certain objects before they can be used. It is considered a **non-core** or **dump skill**, providing no meaningful combat or crafting advantage and serving primarily as a utility.

== Overview ==
* Available to all classes.
* Offers no benefit as a mainstay skill for any build.
* Can be trained slowly over time with persistent use.
* Items can be identified even with just '''1 point''' in the skill, although the number of attempts required will increase significantly.

== Mechanics ==
* You can attempt to identify any qualifying item through the context menu or relevant hotkey.
* Repeated attempts eventually succeed, regardless of current skill level.
* Item Identification may be temporarily enhanced through specific foods, equipment, or other effects.
* The [[MerchantBoard | Merchant Board]] allows you to identify one item at a time using a cooldown-based service, bypassing the need to increase the skill manually.

== Items that must be Identified ==
Certain item types must be identified using this skill before they can be used or consumed:

{| class="wikitable"
! Item Type !! Identification Required
|-
| Alchemical Recipes || Yes
|-
| [[ Crafting_Plans |Craft Plans]] || Yes
|-
| [[Augments]] || Yes
|}

== Training Tips ==
* Attempt to identify known items repeatedly, even if you already know the outcome.
* Use food or gear buffs to speed up progress during focused training.
* Visit the [[MerchantBoard | Merchant Board]] to identify difficult items if you're not investing skill points in Item ID.

== Notes ==
* Most players only keep 1–10 skill in Item ID for basic functionality.
* Not recommended as a primary skill investment unless pursuing a niche or personal challenge.
* Identification is not required for standard weapons, armor, or most consumables.

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 ''Also referred to as Item ID''
-Item Identification is a secondary skill used to identify certain objects before they can be used. It is considered a **non-core** or **dump skill**, providing no meaningful combat or crafting advantage and serving primarily as a utility.
+Item Identification is a secondary skill used to identify certain objects before they can be used. It is considered a '''non-core''' or '''dump skill''', providing no meaningful combat or crafting advantage and serving primarily as a utility.
 == Overview ==