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Artifacts are the crown jewels of the Zone's mystery and the cornerstone of theorycrafting in Stalcraft. These anomalous objects, forged in the heart of deadly phenomena, possess properties that defy conventional physics. When placed within a specialized container, they grant the wearer superhuman capabilities, from accelerated tissue regeneration and increased stamina to massive boosts in bullet resistance. However, these benefits are never free. Most powerful artifacts emit dangerous levels of Radiation, Bio, or Thermal energy that will kill an unprepared stalker in seconds. Mastering the meta involves a delicate balancing act: using the 'Inner Protection' of your container to negate hazards while maximizing the efficiency of your build. A 'Bubblegum' build might offer the highest possible EHP for a tank, but a 'Speed' build utilizing gravimetric artifacts could allow you to outrun any threat. Our wiki provides comprehensive scaling data, showing how artifact stats improve with rarity rolls and level upgrades. Whether you are min-maxing a combat loadout for high-tier PVP or building a specialized hazard-suit for artifact hunting, our database is the definitive resource for understanding how these mysterious objects interact with your gear.