Start With The Build Need
Artifacts are build pieces used with Orbs to shape hero ability and playstyle choices. Where orbs sit close to skill customization, artifacts add a separate effect layer — for example, an active tactical tool that the player activates during a match.
May 2026 beta examples show artifacts as placed abilities, position swaps, shields or counterattacks. These examples are active tools, so artifact choices can affect when and where you use a build’s extra effect.
Artifact Examples
The table below shows known May 2026 beta examples. Treat these as examples of what artifacts can do, not as a complete pool or as recommended picks.
| Artifact | Effect |
|---|---|
| Magic Top Hat | Switch places with an ally, redirect enemies targeting that ally to the user, and grant the user a shield. |
| Mirror of Reversal | Placed artifact that blocks incoming attacks and returns them as a mystical blast. |
Artifact Boxes In The May Beta
During the May 2026 beta, Artifact Boxes worked as beta-only reward containers. Each Artifact Box presented 3 artifact options and let the player choose 1. These boxes appeared alongside Orb Boxes and Trophy Boxes in the beta reward system.
All beta box types are exclusive to the beta and will not exist in the official game.
PvP Context
Artifact charges behave differently across PvP modes. In Control and Escort, artifact charges are halved with a 3-minute cooldown. Assault uses regular artifact charges. Check the PvP Modes page for the full comparison before building artifacts for a specific mode.
What To Check Next
Start with the Build System Overview to see how artifacts fit in the full build order. If you are building for PvP, check PvP Modes for charge rules before picking artifacts. For active beta rewards, check Current Version.
Entry details
Artifact Role
- Effect layer
- Artifacts add a separate effect layer on top of the hero kit and orb choices.
- Active tools
- May beta examples show artifacts can be active tactical tools — placed abilities, swaps, shields or counterattacks.
- Build pairing
- Artifacts work together with orbs. Orbs sit close to the hero skill setup; artifacts add another effect layer.
Beta Box Behavior
- Artifact Box
- Beta-only reward box that gives 3 artifact options; pick 1.
- Box types
- Artifact Boxes appeared alongside Orb Boxes and Trophy Boxes as beta rewards.
- Beta exclusive
- Beta Boxes are exclusive to the beta and will not exist in the official game.
PvP Context
- Control and Escort
- Artifact charges are halved with a 3-minute cooldown. Check PvP Modes for details.
- Assault
- Regular artifact charges apply.
Data tables
Artifact Examples
Known May 2026 beta examples. Not a full list or recommended picks.
| Artifact | Effect |
|---|---|
| Magic Top Hat | Switch places with an ally, redirect enemies targeting that ally to the user, and grant the user a shield. |
| Mirror of Reversal | Placed artifact that blocks incoming attacks and returns them as a mystical blast. |