Quick Answer

Legendary gear is not an automatic checklist. Chase an item when it solves accuracy, survival, spell DC, action economy, or resistance problems for your actual party. If nobody uses it, delay it.

StageWhat To DoWatch Out
Frontline gearCheck AC, saves, and resistancesDo not judge only rarity color
WeaponsCheck accuracy and action synergyWrong feat support wastes power
Caster gearValue DC, concentration, and extra castingDamage text is not everything
High-risk questsIdentify the user firstSkip if no one benefits now

Key Checks

  • Legendary items often sit behind hard fights; prepare first.
  • A single item can justify a respec.
  • Do not sacrifice Honour Mode safety for collection fever.