All Legendary Artifacts in Stalker 2

Are you on the hunt for all the legendary artifacts in STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl? The Zone is a dangerous place full of wonder and money-making opportunities, and the artifacts you’ll encounter prove to be some of the most lucrative. But they’re also liable to end your run. Here’s a look at the eight legendary artifacts worth the risk!

There Are Eight Legendary Artifacts in STALKER 2

There are eight legendary artifacts in STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl: Compass, Hypercube, Weird Ball, Weird Flower, Liquid Rock, Weird Nut, Heart of Chornobyl, and Thunderberry. We have the descriptions and effects of all these artifacts, so you have the luxury of picking and choosing what you’ll look for!

• Compass: A legendary artifact that can be found in gravitational anomalies. It is believed that whoever discovers and holds the Compass will gain the ability to navigate the Zone safely. Maximum Radiation, Maximum Physical Protection.
• Hypercube: A legendary artifact that can be found in thermal anomalies. The full potential of this artifact has not yet been discovered, but it emits ultra-long radio waves and could be used in space navigation. Maximum Thermal Protection, Maximum Radiation, and Maximum Bleeding Protection.
• Weird Ball: A child’s oddly heavy ball, this legendary “altered item” is often mentioned in hushed tones. If you equip it, it is said to reduce bullet damage in combat while standing still. Unique Effect—Reduces bullet damage when standing still.
• Weird Flower: A unique-looking flower, this legendary “altered item” is often not directly mentioned. If you sleep with this flower on your belt, its fragrance can mask your scent for a limited time. Unique Effect—Sleeping with the flower will cause its fragrance to mask your scent, though the effect diminishes over time.

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• Liquid Rock: A legendary artifact that can be found in acid anomalies. The Liquid Rock exhibits properties that allow for migraine management. It must be carried on one’s person to ensure that it works. Maximum Radio Protection, Maximum Chemical Protection.
• Weird Nut: A nut that is eerily cold to the touch, this legendary “altered item” is rumored to promote rapid blood coagulation when on your person, though the wounds take longer to heal. Unique Effect—Promotes rapid blood coagulation when attached to your belt, but the wounds will take longer to heal.
• Heart of Chornobyl: A mythical artifact that functions as a psi-radiation amplifier. The degree of amplification depends on the source’s capabilities and characteristics. Its properties are not fully understood, but it is thought to encapsulate the original structure of the Zone’s matter. Unique Effect—Used in Kalmanov ending.
• Thunderberry: A legendary artifact found in electro anomalies. When heated gradually to 78 degrees Celsius, it produces vibrant collective hallucinations that present a utopia. Maximum Radiation, Maximum Endurance.

How many of the legendary artifacts in Stalker 2 have you collected? Let us know in the comments below, or join the discussion at the Insider Gaming community forum!

With so many unique artifacts to uncover, you might want to increase your carry weight in Stalker 2 before venturing into the Zone!