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11 Overview
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33 Artifacts are unique gatherable items in Crimson Desert that represent ancient relics scattered across Pywel. Unlike minerals that are obtained through mining, Artifacts are discovered through exploration, excavation, and interacting with points of interest in the world. They carry historical and cultural significance within the game's setting and serve multiple purposes, from quest objectives to trade goods and camp upgrades. Artifacts are distinct from Abyss Artifacts, which are combat-related items obtained from defeating enemies and used for high-tier equipment refinement.
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66 Item Properties
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88 PropertyValueCategoryMinerals / CollectiblesSubcategoryAncient RelicDescriptionAn ancient relic of historical significance found through exploration and excavationObtainable ViaExploration, excavation, quest rewardsStackableYes
99 Where to Find
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1111 Artifacts are found through world exploration rather than traditional mining. They appear at various points of interest, historical sites, and hidden locations throughout Pywel.
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1313 Excavation sites: Certain locations in the world contain buried artifacts that can be dug up. Look for disturbed earth or marked dig spots near ruins and ancient structures.Ruins and historical sites: The remnants of old civilizations scattered across Pywel sometimes contain harvestable artifacts. Explore these areas thoroughly, checking behind collapsed walls and inside crumbling structures.Quest locations: Some quests lead you to artifact discovery sites. Completing exploration-focused quests often rewards Artifacts alongside other loot.Cave interiors: Deep caves and underground passages occasionally hold ancient artifacts alongside other mineral formations like Stalactite.
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1515 Artifacts tend to be one-time pickups at specific locations rather than respawning nodes. Once you collect an artifact from a particular spot, it will not reappear there.
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1717 Uses
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1919 Artifacts serve several purposes in the game:
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2121 Quest objectives: Certain quests require you to find and deliver specific artifacts. These quests often tie into the broader story of Pywel's history and the lore of its ancient civilizations.Trade and sale: Artifacts can be sold to specific vendors and collectors for copper coins. Their value is generally higher than common gatherables, making them a worthwhile source of income.Camp development: Some Greymane Camp upgrades or decorative projects require artifacts as materials. These tend to be special one-time upgrades that improve the camp's appearance or unlock unique features.Collection: Artifacts contribute to exploration completion. Finding all artifacts in a region is part of the game's broader collectible tracking system.
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2323 Artifacts are not used for equipment refinement at the blacksmith. For combat-related upgrades, Abyss Artifacts are the relevant item type.
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2525 Artifacts vs. Abyss Artifacts
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2727 It is important to distinguish between regular Artifacts and Abyss Artifacts. Regular Artifacts are exploration-based collectibles with historical value, found in the open world. Abyss Artifacts are combat drops used for high-tier equipment refinement at the blacksmith. The two item types serve completely different purposes and are obtained through different gameplay activities.
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3131 Explore ruins and historical sites thoroughly. Artifacts are often tucked into corners or hidden behind obstacles that are easy to overlook during a quick pass.Pay attention to quest dialogue that mentions ancient relics or historical items. These conversations frequently hint at artifact locations nearby.Since artifacts are generally one-time pickups, there is no farming route. Instead, focus on systematic exploration of each region's points of interest.Check with vendors who deal in antiques or historical goods. Some vendors pay a premium for specific artifact types.Do not confuse regular Artifacts with Abyss Artifacts. If a refinement recipe asks for an Abyss Artifact, regular Artifacts will not work.