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Artifacts are a kind of  Anomaly that are handled somewhat differently to Space Junk and Capsules, granting the player access to a powerful one-use item, often with an option to sell it off for Credits. There are many different Artifacts to collect during the game, and more than one of each type can be stored simultaneously. Once claimed, Artifacts are stored in “The Vault” indefinitely, and can be played either immediately, or during any of the player’s subsequent turns. To activate an Artifact, click on “The Vault”, select the artifact you want and then click on the target, whether that be a hex, a fleet, a planet or something else will depend on the device in question.

Artifact Description Effects Requirements
Chaos Beacon
Reduces the Approval of the target world for 25 months. Permanently increases the world's Crime. -0.2 Approval

+0.1 Crime

Stardrive Module
Increases the Hyperspace speed of a target ship. +1 Moves Cap
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Climate Purifier
Capable of filtering an entire planet's atmosphere. -20% Pollution -0.2 Pollution
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Ancient Survey Module
Allows target starship to be able to survey anomalies. +1 Can Survey
Guilt Magnifier
Makes people feel more guilty about doing the wrong thing. Reduces Crime. -0.05 Crime
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Arnor Halo
Activating this symbol of the Arnor will apply some measure of this permanence to the selected fleet, increasing its hit points. +10% Hit Points +10% Hit Points Cap
Echoing Heartstone
A shard from the heart of creation. Activating it significantly increases the Influence of the selected planet. +500 Influence +500 Influence Tally
Atmospheric Cleanser
Reduces the Pollution on a colony by efficiently breaking down harmful particles and toxins. -0.1 Pollution
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Dimensional Snare
A creature was forced out of another dimension and trapped in ours. We could release it, but it may go after us as well. Spawn a minor Space Monster Spawn a minor Space Monster
Boost Coil
Extra-dimensional materials are consumed quickly, but will give a temporary boost the movement of a fleet. Resets Fleet Moves Resets Fleet Moves
  • Granted from constructing the Boost Coil Study improvement
Dimensional Mirror
This Precursor artifact was left here for unknown reasons. It allows us to see a given area of space in great detail. Reveal an Area of the Map Reveal an Area of the Map
  • Granted from starting turn 1
  • Granted from unlocking Culture Traits
  • Granted from constructing the Dimensional Mirror Study improvement
  • Granted from researching the Recursive Models tech
Resource Nullification Array
Oxidizes minerals on a target foreign world, reduces the planet's mineral value. -2 Minerals
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Inspire Scientists
Inspiring our scientists will result in an immediate +50 Research. +50 Research
Arnor Embers
This ruined Arnor weapon can be harvested for power sources that will improve the attack of the selected fleet. +3 Attack +1 Beam Attack

+1 Missile Attack +1 Kinetic Attack

Spores of Yggdrasil
An entire ecosystem is contained within this sphere. By deploying it to dead worlds, the entire world will come alive. Convert a Dead World to a Class 5 Planet Convert a Dead World to a Class 5 Planet
Bernal Sphere
This self-sustaining habitat can be deployed on any planet and comes complete with a synthetic workforce. +1 Yor Citizen +1 Yor Citizen
  • Granted from constructing the Bernal Sphere Study improvement
Betatron Collider
Able to warp space with a beam capable of inflicting heavy damage on an entire enemy fleet. 25% Damage -25% Hit Points
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Enemy Destabilizer Module
Promotes criminal activity on a target foreign world. +0.10 Crime
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Nanite Transmitter
Able to transmit a stream of Nanites to any part of the galaxy and instantly construct a warship. Spawn an Overlord ship Spawns a Paladin
Mnemonic Nanites
These Nanites will immediately rebuild themselves according to the architectural records of the ship they are exposed to. Fully Repairs Fleet Fully Repairs Fleet
  • Granted from the The Derelict Event
  • Granted from constructing the Mnemonic Nanites Study improvement
Distant Vision
Using a Precursor artifact we can peer into a distant part of space. Reveal an Area of the Map Reveal an Area of the Map
Robotic Servants Module
Adds a friendly Yor servant to a target core world. +1 Yor Citizen
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Tech Finder Scanner
Locates previously undiscovered bits of technology left over from the Precursors, increasing the planet's base tech rating. +2 Technology
Penumbral Beacon
This beacon will call a monster from distant space. But beware, it doesn't grant any control over the monster. Spawn a powerful Space Monster Spawn a powerful Space Monster
  • Granted from constructing the Penumbral Beacon Study improvement
Empathy Engine
This device is capable of transmitting a calming wave over all of our worlds, though its influence is temporary. +25% Approval for 25 months +0.25 Approval
  • Granted from constructing the Empathy Engine Study improvement
Prototype Warhead
Enhances your ship's offensive capabilities by adding superior missile firepower. +3 Missile Attack
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Nano Fabricator
Able to produce anything we need. Activating it allows us to make instant progress on a selected planet's social project. +100 Planet Production +100 Manufacturing Overflow
  • Granted from constructing the Nano Fabricator Study improvement
Planetary Broadcaster Module
Amplifies a planet's Influence over surrounding systems. +500 Influence
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Modify Planet
Increase this planet's use to our species. Adds +1 to its usable tiles. Should only be used on Core worlds. Terraforms Tiles on Planet

+3 Usable Tiles

  • Granted from researching the Planetary Substrates tech
Wormhole Generator
This former part of a galactic relay lies dormant. Activating it will send a selected fleet somewhere, but we have no control over where. Randomly Teleport Fleet Randomly Teleport Fleet
Mineral Scanner
One time use scanner finds previously unknown sources of minerals on a target world of ours. +2 Minerals
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Neural Link
By bonding our command staff to the ship itself we can create a fleet that is more responsive and reactive than our enemies. +10 Experience Points +10 Exp Points
  • Granted from constructing the Neural Hive Study improvement
Found Weapon Jammer
We didn't steal this. We found it. +5 Point Defense
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Summon Leader Module
Summons a friendly Precursor constructed Yor advisor. +1 Yor Leader
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Planetary Culture Module
When applied, it finds previously undiscovered points of interest on a planet resulting in increased cultural significance for that world. +3 Planet Influence
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Slipstream Accelerator
Extra-dimensional materials are consumed quickly, but will give this fleet a permanent boost to movement speed. Increases Fleet Moves +1 Moves Cap
Pocket Universe Artifact
An artifact with the power to open a pocket universe where the Orb of Draginol is said to be hidden. Spawns a pocket dimension to the Orb of Draginol


Armor Plate Module
Provides increased armor defense for a target ship. +2 Armor Rating
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Demoralizing Artifact
Drastically reduces the Influence of a target foreign planet. -5 Influence Per Turn
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Broadcast Culture
This module contains an optimized message certain to make others wish to assimilate to our culture. +300 Influence Tally
  • Granted from constructing the Broadcast Culture improvement
  • Granted from researching the God of the Machine tech
  • Granted from researching the Cultural Synthesis tech
Magnify Influence.
Multiplies the influence produced by target core world for a couple of years. +300% Influence Per Turn
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Harmony Beacon
Increases the Approval of the target world by 10% for 25 months. Creates a sustained sense of satisfaction and contentment among the inhabitants. +0.1 Approval
Precognition Sensor
This quantum sensor warns of threats before there is any known indication of their presence. +10% Resistance +0.1 Resistance Bonus
  • Granted from constructing the Precognition Sensor Study improvement
Chimeric Biomass
This artifact produces material rich with proto-organic matter. This matter can improve the class of any world we use it on. +2 Usable Tiles, +1 Farming +1 Fertility

Terraforms Tiles on Planet +2 Usable Tiles

Tactical Thruster Upgrade Module
This module harnesses advanced technology to significantly increase the combat speed and maneuverability of any ship it is applied to. +1 Tactical Speed
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Precursor Archive
An archive of nearly limitless knowledge. By activating it we can instantly complete our current research. Complete Current Research Complete Current Research
Ancient Food Replicator
Provides food for extended voyages, increasing the ship's range. +5 Ship Range
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Poison Gas Module
Dramatically reduces the fertility of a target foreign world in a month. -10 Fertility
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Add Planetary Defense Module
Provides an additional layer of defense against invasions to a target planet. +30 Planetary Defenses MaxHP
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Motivation Helix
Remnant of an ancient race of slavers. When activated it inspires productivity and boosts production at the selected shipyard. +500 Shipyard Production +500 Manufacturing Overflow
  • Granted from constructing the Motivation Helix Study improvement
Mass Driver Module
Unleash an ancient and powerful kinetic force, enhancing your ship's firepower and causing significant damage to enemy ships or structures. +2 Kinetic Attack
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Robotic Star Drone
Instantly constructs a small but lethal weapons drone. Spawns a Gunboat
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Gift of the Mithrilar.
Will gradually increase the intelligence of citizens on target core world until they are genius level. +1 Yor Citizen

+1 Intelligence

  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Matryoshka Forge
Folding materials across dimensions produces plating stronger than physics would allow, increasing the defense of the selected fleet. +15 Defense +5 Shield Strength

+5 Armor Rating +5 Point Defense

  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Enemy Defense Sabotage Module
Wrecks the enemy's ability to defend against invasions. Target a foreign planet to use. -250 Planetary DefensesHP
  • Granted from the GC4: Event
Energy Infuser
When installed on a ship, the Energy Infuser enhances the vessel's energy weapons. +2 Beam Attack
  • Granted from the GC4: Event