Exark Relics and Tech Guide - Carry Limits, Global Bonuses and Blueprints

How Do Relics Work in Exark?

Relics are powerful permanent enhancements, like equipment slots for your ark. You can carry up to 10 Relics at once, so every pickup requires a decision.

Relic Basics

Rule	Detail
Cap	Up to 10 Relics
Most bonuses	Global, such as academic output or cycle speed
Some special effects	Require specific layouts or actions

Special Relic Tricks

Some Relics upgrade a building when consumed there, or gain stacking layers on each kill. Save space for Relics that fit your build.

How Does Tech Work?

Type	Use
Academic points	Unlock advanced buildings and blueprints
Industrial points	Improve production and economy

Balancing Academic and Industrial

• Need money? Invest in industrial early.
• Need advanced buildings? Invest in academic.

Blueprint Unlocks

Some blueprints unlock by meeting special conditions, such as filling a meter on a creature building. Do not ignore production while focusing on combat.