Getting Started with Artifact Augmentation
Artifact Augmentation is a key new feature in Watcher of Realms that allows players to enhance their artifacts beyond the basic upgrade system. This process kicks in once an artifact reaches Level 25, unlocking a new menu option labeled Augment. Whether you're using a normal artifact or an exclusive one, both types are eligible for augmentation once maxed out.
Accessing the Augment Feature
To begin, select a hero and open their artifact interface. Once the artifact reaches Level 25, the usual "Promote" button changes to "Augment". Clicking it brings up the augmentation screen, which is where you’ll handle all enhancement processes using augmentation gems.
Types of Augmentation Gems
Artifact augmentation uses three types of gems:
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Common Augmentation Gems
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Advanced Augmentation Gems
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Runic Augmentation Gems
Each gem type provides varying degrees of stat enhancements. Their drop locations and effectiveness differ, making it important to understand when and where to use them.
Common Gem Effects
Common gems are the most accessible and provide modest stat bonuses. These can increase basic stats like Attack or HP and range between:
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50 to 1,600 HP
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25 to 480 Attack
While basic, these are useful for early augmentation or for secondary characters.
Advanced Gem Considerations
Advanced gems can potentially roll lower than common ones, which might seem frustrating. However, they also offer chances at higher max rolls. The variation is wider, and while a bad roll is possible, it's part of the trade-off for the potential gain.
What Runic Gems Offer
Runic augmentation stands apart by adding a brand-new attribute to your artifact rather than enhancing an existing one. This might include stats like Healing Effect, Crit Rate, or Defense depending on the character and artifact type. These gems are harder to come by but can significantly change how an artifact impacts a hero’s performance.
Class-Specific Concerns
For support or healer characters, there’s concern over irrelevant stat rolls—like getting Crit Rate on a healing artifact. The game currently doesn't differentiate augmentation results based on artifact type, leading to some mismatches. Developers may address this in a future update, but for now, it’s a known limitation.
Understanding the Augmentation UI
When rolling for augmentation, results are displayed clearly. If the new roll is lower than the original, the game automatically discards it. This prevents unintentional downgrades. If a higher stat is achieved, it’s applied right away. However, there’s no option to choose which stat to roll, so results are randomized.
Recognizing Augmented Artifacts
At the moment, there's no visual indicator in the gear list that shows whether an artifact is augmented. Players must click on each artifact to manually check. A UI enhancement to display augmented status would be a welcome quality-of-life improvement.
Where to Farm Augmentation Gems
To gather gems, players must participate in Gear Raids starting from Stage 19 and above. Lower stages don’t drop any augmentation materials. Here’s the basic breakdown:
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Stage 19+ begins the chance to earn Common Gems
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Stage 21+ introduces Level 3 Trial chests, offering better drops
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Stage 24+ gives access to Level 4 chests with a higher chance at rare gem types
Drop rates are not guaranteed, but starting at Stage 19 gives you a real shot at building your gem inventory.
Understanding Chest Levels and Gem Drops
Chests in Gear Raids come in different levels and colors, but it’s important to know that color doesn’t reflect rarity. Instead, colors indicate the trial tier:
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Green = Tier 1 Trial
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Blue = Tier 2 Trial
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Purple = Tier 3 Trial
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Orange = Tier 4 Trial
Each chest can contain keystones of varying rarity—Uncommon, Rare, Epic, Legendary, and Mythic—regardless of its color. These keystones determine the chances of getting better gem drops.
Common Gems and Early Farming
When opening Tier 1 legendary or mythic chests, players can receive Common Augmentation Gems. These are the foundational items for boosting artifact stats. Fortunately, they drop relatively early and frequently from Stage 19+, allowing players to begin augmenting without grinding excessively.
You can expect:
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Common Gems from Legendary+ Tier 1 chests
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440 DP entry cost for early runs, making this stage cost-efficient
Advanced Gems from Higher Tiers
Moving up to Tier 2 trials, especially from Stage 21+, introduces the possibility of obtaining Advanced Gems. These are found in Mythic chests and sometimes in Legendary chests at this level.
Drop example:
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2 to 6 Advanced Gems per Tier 2 Mythic Chest
This tier is more rewarding and is the first point where meaningful upgrades can significantly impact your heroes.
Runic Gems and Top-Tier Farming
Runic Augmentation Gems begin to appear from Tier 3 Mythic Chests. These chests can contain:
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2 to 6 Runic Gems, depending on RNG and raid stage
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Added benefits that introduce brand-new stats to artifacts
Due to their rarity and powerful effects, farming these requires a strong team and efficient stamina use.
Important Limitations to Know
Once a Trial begins, you can’t cancel or reset it. That means choosing your raid and difficulty carefully is key. Wasting stamina on an accidental low-tier run could slow your progression.
Additionally, there’s no way to predict which stat you'll receive from augmentation. You cannot select “Attack,” “HP,” or “Crit Rate” in advance—the result is randomly assigned each time.
Balancing Artifact Stats and Builds
While some rolls might result in less-than-ideal stats, not all outcomes are wasted. For example:
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Extra HP or Defense helps tanks survive longer
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Healing Effect may enhance support unit effectiveness, especially for characters with healing abilities
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Crit stats are highly beneficial for DPS units
Players must assess each artifact's role before deciding whether to keep or re-roll an augmentation.
Strategy: Prioritize Key Artifacts
Since only Level 25 artifacts are eligible for augmentation, prioritize promoting gear for your top units. Ideal candidates:
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Main DPS units for damage boosts
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Healers if Healing Effect can land successfully
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Tanks if additional survivability stats are desired
Avoid wasting gems on underused or support gear unless you have surplus materials.
UI Improvements Still Needed
Currently, augmented artifacts lack visible UI indicators. There’s no symbol or icon denoting which ones are enhanced. This makes it harder to manage gear at a glance, especially when comparing between multiple similar artifacts. A simple tag or icon would improve usability significantly.
Consider Event Timing
If there’s a Tireless Raider event on the horizon, you’ll need to decide how to manage your stamina and rewards. Augmentation drops and Tireless Raider rewards might both be tempting, so plan ahead to get the best value from your grind.
Final Thoughts on Artifact Augmentation
Artifact Augmentation adds meaningful depth to gear development. Although randomness in stat rolls exists, the system allows both casual and competitive players to improve performance through steady raid progression. Understanding gem types, farming routes, and drop mechanics is key to making the most out of this feature.
Conclusion
Artifact Augmentation in Watcher of Realms is a scalable system that lets you strengthen your gear beyond traditional upgrades. By reaching artifact level 25, you unlock access to augment options using Common, Advanced, and Runic Gems—each offering stat bonuses or entirely new attributes. While the randomness in augmentation results can occasionally be frustrating, it also brings valuable diversity to builds.
To get started, focus on Gear Raids from Stage 19 onward to farm the right gems. Plan your strategy based on your team composition, prioritize upgrades for your most impactful heroes, and make sure to manage your resources effectively, especially during overlapping events like Tireless Raider. With patience and smart decisions, augmentation can give your lineup the boost it needs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What level does an artifact need to be for augmentation?
A: Artifacts must be level 25 before they can be augmented.
Q: Can exclusive artifacts be augmented?
A: Yes, both normal and exclusive artifacts are eligible once they hit level 25.
Q: Where do augmentation gems drop from?
A: Gems drop from Gear Raid Stages 19 and above. Higher stages drop more advanced gem types.
Q: What’s the difference between Common, Advanced, and Runic Gems?
A: Common and Advanced increase basic stats, while Runic adds new attributes.
Q: Can I choose which stat to get during augmentation?
A: No, stats are assigned randomly during the augmentation roll.
Q: Do augmented artifacts have a visible indicator?
A: No, currently there’s no in-game icon showing if an artifact has been augmented.
Q: Can I reroll if I don’t like the result?
A: You can reroll by using more gems. If the result is lower than your existing bonus, it will be discarded automatically.
Q: Does augmentation affect healers differently?
A: Not officially. There is a risk of irrelevant stat rolls like Crit Rate on healing gear, which may reduce effectiveness.
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