====== Artifacts ======

Artifacts are unique special items with powerful abilities in Remixed Dungeon.

==== Description ====
Artifacts are special items that provide unique benefits to the hero. Unlike regular equipment, they often have special activation effects and charge-based mechanics. Each artifact has its own unique properties and abilities.

==== Common Artifacts ====
  * [[en:rpd:cape_of_thorns_item|Cape of Thorns]] - Provides damage reflection
  * [[en:rpd:chalice_of_blood_item|Chalice of Blood]] - Provides healing based on damage taken
  * [[en:rpd:cloth_armor_item|Cloth Armor]] - Special starting armor
  * [[en:rpd:dried_rose_item|Dried Rose]] - Item related to the ghost quest
  * [[en:rpd:hourglass_item|Hourglass]] - Manipulates time for special effects
  * [[en:rpd:magical_mastery_item|Magical Mastery]] - Enhances magical items
  * [[en:rpd:negative_armor_item|Negative Armor]] - Sacrifices defense for other benefits
  * [[en:rpd:ring_of_summoning_item|Ring of Summoning]] - Summons creatures to assist
  * [[en:rpd:timekeeper_hourglass_item|Timekeeper's Hourglass]] - Advanced time manipulation
  * [[en:rpd:unstable_spellbook_item|Unstable Spellbook]] - Provides random spell effects

==== Artifact Mechanics ====
  * **Uniqueness**: Most artifacts can only be carried once
  * **Charges**: Many artifacts use charges that regenerate over time
  * **Activation**: Some artifacts can be actively used for special effects
  * **Passive Effects**: Many artifacts provide continuous benefits
  * **Scaling**: Some artifacts improve with use or time

==== Artifact Categories ====
  * **Utility**: Artifacts that provide general helpful effects
  * **Combat**: Artifacts that enhance fighting capabilities
  * **Survival**: Artifacts that aid in dungeon survival
  * **Movement**: Artifacts that assist with navigation

==== Code References ====
  * Artifact System: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/Artifact.java|Artifact.java]] - Base artifact implementation
  * Item System: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/items/Item.java|Item.java]] - General item mechanics
  * Equipment System: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/java/com/watabou/pixeldungeon/actors/hero/Belongings.java|Belongings.java]] - How artifacts are equipped
  * String Resources: [[https://github.com/NYRDS/remixed-dungeon/blob/master/RemixedDungeon/src/main/res/values/strings_all.xml|strings_all.xml]] - All artifact names and descriptions

==== See Also ====
  * [[en:rpd:items|Items]]
  * [[en:rpd:equipment|Equipment]]
  * [[en:rpd:accessories|Accessories]]

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