What to know
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Gear Artificing upgrades specific substats on gold-rarity gear via the Gear Assembly menu’s Artificing tab.
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Requires same-type/same-rarity sacrifice gear and region-matched catalysts like Wuling’s, mainly from Stock Redistribution.
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Failures build per-stat progress toward a guaranteed success; “Good Match” sacrifices boost direct success odds.
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Unlocked via “Gear Artificing” side quest at Wuling City’s Bureau of Swordmancers after story progress.
Gear Artificing lets you fine-tune your operator’s equipment in Arknights: Endfield, turning solid gold gear into endgame powerhouses by enhancing key substats like ATK or HP. You’ll sacrifice matching pieces and burn through regional catalysts, so plan around Wuling’s resources if that’s your focus.
| Aspect | Details |
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| Location | Gear Assembly menu > Artificing tab |
| Eligible Gear | Gold-rarity (T4+), same slot/type for sacrifices |
| Key Cost | Regional catalyst (e.g., Wuling) + sacrifice gear |
| Success Mechanic | RNG with progress bar; full bar guarantees next try |
| Best Practice | Prioritize operator’s primary stat (e.g., Strength for ATK) |
Key Locations in Wuling
Wuling City hosts crucial spots like the Bureau of Swordmancers for the unlocking quest, Stock Redistribution networks scattered around areas such as Fangxing Avenue, Citizen Square, and Field Logistics Depot for buying Wuling Gear Artificing Catalysts, plus Gear Template Crates in explorable zones like Xiranflow Channel and Tianshi Bureau Academy—drain water or solve Aurylene puzzles nearby to access hidden chests with templates or materials.
How to Unlock Gear Artificing
Progress through Wuling’s story until the “Gear Artificing” side quest triggers. Head to the Bureau of Swordmancers NPC in Wuling City and talk to them for the tutorial—you’ll need basic Gear Assembly unlocked first.
How to Perform Gear Artificing
Follow these detailed steps to artifice your gear effectively.
Step 1: Prepare Your Materials
Craft or farm a target gold gear piece with ideal main stats and set bonuses. Secure a matching sacrifice: same type (e.g., Armor), same rarity. Stock up on Wuling Gear Artificing Catalysts from Wuling Stock Redistributors—they’re limited, so check spots like Fangxing Avenue daily.
Step 2: Access the Menu
Open your in-game menu, select Gear Assembly.
Then switch to the Artificing tab at the top.
Step 3: Select Target and Stat
Pick your target gear from the list. Choose the specific substat to upgrade, like primary stats for your operator (Strength for DPS).
Step 4: Choose Sacrifice
Select a valid sacrifice gear—the game filters matches. Aim for “Good Match” (higher substat value on sacrifice) for better success odds.
Step 5: Confirm and Attempt
Insert the catalyst, hit Artifice. Success upgrades the stat; failure adds progress to the bar (per-stat tracking). Repeat until guaranteed—don’t spread attempts thinly.
Step 6: Manage Limits and Lockouts
Attempts are capped per piece; too many failures lock it. Switch to a new base if needed, and focus on BiS gear to avoid waste.
Gear Artificing Rewards
| Reward Type | Quantity (Quest Example) |
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| Orange Items | 25 |
| Purple Currency/Materials | 1.35K |
| Blue Materials | 2 |
| Purple/Blue Materials | 1 |
| Green Materials | 4 |
| Yellow Currency (Oroberyl?) | 100 |
Buy catalysts exclusively from Wuling’s Stock Redistribution vendors—refresh stocks by progressing or waiting. Pair with factory automation for refined ores and explore for templates in depots and channels to sustain the loop without burnout.
Artificing transforms good gear into must-haves, but reserve it for your top operators and sets—combine with AIC factories for steady material flow and watch your teams dominate tougher content.
