mfrance:
What do the words EPIC and RARE mean when choosing an apparel item?
EPIC and RARE indicate items that have better stats for their level. IIRC, a Rare item typically has about the same stats as the Common item one level above, and an Epic item typically has about the same stats as the Common item two levels above.
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