Artifacts and Augments are powerful systems introduced in later updates that provide significant boosts to your character's Combat Rating and overall power. Artifacts are special items that can be leveled up using Exobytes and Catalysts, granting powerful passive bonuses and active abilities. You can equip up to three artifacts, and choosing the right ones for your role is crucial. Popular artifacts include the 'Transformation Card' (DPS), 'Manacles of Force' (Tank), 'Page of Destiny' (Healer), and 'Paradox Gazer' (Controller). Leveling them up to 80, 120, and 160 unlocks new tiers of power. Augments are similar, but they are slotted into your gear and provide passive stat bonuses. There are different types of augments (e.g., Might, Precision, Dominance, Restoration) and they also level up, requiring Exobytes and Source Marks. Both systems require significant investment but offer substantial power gains, making them essential for end-game progression.
