GC4 Artifacts Table

Artifact	Description	Effects	Requirements
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Chaos Beacon	Reduces the Approval of the target world for 25 months. Permanently increases the world's Crime.	-0.2 Approval +0.1 Crime
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Stardrive Module	Increases the Hyperspace speed of a target ship.	+1 Moves Cap	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Climate Purifier	Capable of filtering an entire planet's atmosphere. -20% Pollution	-0.2 Pollution	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Ancient Survey Module	Allows target starship to be able to survey anomalies.	+1 Can Survey	Granted from the A lost but now found Survey Module Event Granted from the Lost Cargo - Survey Module Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Guilt Magnifier	Makes people feel more guilty about doing the wrong thing. Reduces Crime.	-0.05 Crime	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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	Granted from the Unearthed Arnorian Integrity Device Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Echoing Heartstone	A shard from the heart of creation. Activating it significantly increases the Influence of the selected planet. +500 Influence	+500 Influence Tally	Granted from the Study the Precursor Experimental World Event the The Noble Lineage Event constructing the Echoing Heartstone Study improvement
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Atmospheric Cleanser	Reduces the Pollution on a colony by efficiently breaking down harmful particles and toxins.	-0.1 Pollution	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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	Granted from the The Elusive Beast in a Cage Event the Encounter with the Monstrous Cage Event the Study the Precursor Experimental World Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Resource Nullification Array	Oxidizes minerals on a target foreign world, reduces the planet's mineral value.	-2 Minerals	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Inspire Scientists	Inspiring our scientists will result in an immediate +50 Research.	+50 Research	Granted from the Precursor Artifact Cache Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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	Granted from the Arnor's Legacy Event Granted from the The Seed Device Event Granted from starting turn 1 Granted from unlocking Culture Traits
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Betatron Collider	Able to warp space with a beam capable of inflicting heavy damage on an entire enemy fleet. 25% Damage	-25% Hit Points	Granted from the The Dread Lord's Harbinger Event Granted from the Study the Precursor Experimental World Event Granted from constructing the Betatron Collider Study improvement
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Enemy Destabilizer Module	Promotes criminal activity on a target foreign world.	+0.10 Crime	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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	Granted from the The Nanite Warship Maker Event Granted from constructing the Nanite Transmitter Study improvement
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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	Granted from the Mapping Artifact Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Robotic Servants Module	Adds a friendly Yor servant to a target core world.	+1 Yor Citizen	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Tech Finder Scanner	Locates previously undiscovered bits of technology left over from the Precursors, increasing the planet's base tech rating.	+2 Technology	Granted from the The Specter's Grasp Event Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Prototype Warhead	Enhances your ship's offensive capabilities by adding superior missile firepower.	+3 Missile Attack	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Planetary Broadcaster Module	Amplifies a planet's Influence over surrounding systems.	+500 Influence	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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	Granted from the Broken Teleporter Artifact Event Granted from the Dimensional Dilemma Event Granted from constructing the Wormhole Generator Study improvement
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Found Weapon Jammer	We didn't steal this. We found it.	+5 Point Defense	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Summon Leader Module	Summons a friendly Precursor constructed Yor advisor.	+1 Yor Leader	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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	Granted from the The Orb of Draginol Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Armor Plate Module	Provides increased armor defense for a target ship.	+2 Armor Rating	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Demoralizing Artifact	Drastically reduces the Influence of a target foreign planet.	-5 Influence Per Turn	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Magnify Influence.	Multiplies the influence produced by target core world for a couple of years.	+300% Influence Per Turn	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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.	+10% Approval	Granted from the Artifact of Joy and Resources Event Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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	Granted from the Precursor Terraforming Device Event Granted from constructing the Chimeric Biomass Study improvement
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Precursor Archive	An archive of nearly limitless knowledge. By activating it we can instantly complete our current research. Complete Current Research	Complete Current Research	Granted from the Study the Precursor Research World Event Granted from the Engineering Enigma Event Granted from constructing the Precursor Archive Study improvement
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Ancient Food Replicator	Provides food for extended voyages, increasing the ship's range.	+5 Ship Range	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Poison Gas Module	Dramatically reduces the fertility of a target foreign world in a month. Must be at war with the target.	-10 Fertility	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Robotic Star Drone	Instantly constructs a small but lethal weapons drone.	Spawns a Gunboat	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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
Error creating thumbnail: File missing 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 Evasion	May be granted from the New Shield Technology Discovered event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Enemy Defense Sabotage Module	Wrecks the enemy's ability to defend against invasions. Target a foreign planet to use. Must be at war with the target.	-250 Planetary DefensesHP	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Energy Infuser	When installed on a ship, the Energy Infuser enhances the vessel's energy weapons.	+2 Beam Attack	Granted from the GC4: Event
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Orbital Expansion	Increases the number of available orbital slots on a world by one.	+1 Upgrade slots.	Generated by the Orbital Expansion project on a core world. Requires 3 Helios Ore.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Abyssal Crown	An ornate ring of swirling darkness said to bend entire civilizations to its cryptic, warlike design.	+5% Soldiering +1% Pollution	Obtained from the The Abyssal Crown event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing War Forge	Overcharge your shipyard with superheated alloys and production speed.	+150% Military for 12 months	Obtained from the War Forge event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Arnorian Battle Shield	A legendary shield from the Arnor, rumored to boost defensive capabilities of any fleet that wields it.	+2 Beam Attack	Some Arnor forgot where he left it Obtained from the The Shattered Relic event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Dimensional Disturbance	Create a chaotic rift that disorients an enemy fleet, slowing its movement and restricting its sensor range for a short time.	-1 Moves, -2 Sensor Range for 5 months	Obtained from the Dimensional Disturbance event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Singularity Core	A power source that folds time to enhance weapon and armor systems, thought it drains engine performance. Fleet must have beam weapons.	+2 Beam Attack +2 Armor rating -1 Moves	Obtained from the Singularity Core event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Temporal Forge	By tapping into localized temporal fields, we can speed up ship production dramatically.	+300 Stored Goods -5 Approval for 10 months	Obtained from the Temporal Forge event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Celestial Shard	A massive crystal fragment that radiates an aura of celestial influence, shifting political landscapes in your favor.	+500 Influence	Obtained from the The Celestial Shard event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Fractured Singularity	A compressed anomaly that grants staggering offensive might, at the risk of distorting space around its users.	+3 Beam Attack +3 Missile Attack +3 Kinetic Attack -1 Moves	Obtained from the The Fractured Singularity event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing The Echoing Spire	A crystalline spire that resonates with ancient energies, granting insight to those who harness it.	+100 Research instantly	Obtained from the The Echoing Spire event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Planetary Harvest	Harness advanced terraforming to drastically boost food production on a planet. The sudden shift creates runoff, increasing pollution levels.	+50% Food +5 Pollution for 10 months	Obtained from the Planetary Harvest event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Nature's Wrath	Harness the raw power of nature to cripple an enemy's Farming input.	-1 Farming (permanent) on target world	Obtained from the Nature's Wrath event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Neural Accelerator	A device that enhances the cognitive abilities of our people, allowing them to work faster and more efficiently. Receive a Scientist and +10% Research for 12 months.	+10% Research	Obtained from the Neural Accelerator event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Starforged Relic	Forged from the core of a dying star, it brims with cosmic power and can summon potent resources at will.	Spawn a cruiser class ship	Obtained from the The Starforged Relic event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Psychic Network	the narrative text	+1 Diplomacy +10% Influence Growth for 15 months	Obtained from the Psychic Network event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Corporate Headhunt	Recruit a Leader from rival corporations to join our cause, at the cost of our people's goodwill.	+1 Leader -3 Approval for 8 months	Obtained from the Corporate Headhunt event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing The Eclipsed Core	A dark sphere of unknown energy that can slip entire fleets between rifts in space.	Randomly teleport fleet	Obtained from the The Eclipsed Core event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing The Obsidian Monolith	A colossal black structure, humming with ancient force. Ships across your empire gain an enduring resilience from its dark vigilance.	+2 Armor to all ships	Obtained from the The Obsidian Monolith event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Soul Binder	Bind the restless spirits of fallen warriors to your service, unleashing twisted Dread Lord craft for your fleet.	Summon 3 Dread Lord pirate ships	Obtained from the Soul Binder event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing The Voidheart	A relic of impossible origin, pulsating with an unsettling, otherworldly rhythm that warps reality around it.	+20 Influence Growth for 10 months -5 Approval for 10 months	Obtained from the Voidheart event.
Error creating thumbnail: File missing Invite Leaders	Searching for our most talented will provide 3 new leaders for recruitment.	Three new Leaders	An Executive Order granted every 10 turns. Requires Leadership Recruiting.

Note: This table is not exhaustive. The Executive Orders are artifacts, and there are a number of faction-specific artifacts.