Archaic Petra is an artifact set in Genshin Impact 4.2. Guide includes locations of Archaic Petra artifact, set bonuses, domain, & best characters to equip!
All Artifacts List & LocationsArchaic Petra Set Bonuses
| 2-Piece Set | Gain a 15% Geo DMG bonus |
|---|---|
| 4-Piece Set | Upon obtaining an Elemental Shard created through a Crystalize Reaction, all party members gain 35% DMG to that particular element for 10s. Only one form of Elemental DMG bonus can be gained in this manner at any one time |
2-Piece Set Increases Geo DMG By 15%
The two-piece set bonus increases Geo Damage by 15%. Since it's a percentage, the amount increase is dependent on the user's current Geo Damage.
4-Piece Set Increases Elemental DMG When Acquiring An Elemental Shard
The four-piece set bonus will increase the Elemental Damage of characters depending on the Elemental Shard they get from the Crystalize reaction. The 35% Elemental Damage to that particular element will be applied to the whole party.
Archaic Petra Best Characters
| Character | Recommended Description |
|---|---|
| Ningguang | [Recommended Set Bonus] 2-Piece Set - The two-piece set paired with any ATK% Artifact set is good for a Ningguang Main DPS Build - Pair it with Noblesse Oblige for a Burst DPS Build |
| Zhongli | [Recommended Set Bonus] 2-Piece Set - For a main DPS build, you can use two Archaic Petra and two ATK% Artifact Set together. Change the ATK% Artifact for Noblesse Oblige for a Burst DPS Build |
| Geo Traveler | [Recommended Set Bonus] 2-Piece Set - The two-piece set will easily increase the damage of the Geo Traveler's Elemental Skill and Elemental Burst |
Recommended Characters - Breakdown
2-Piece Set Is Good For Most Geo Characters
The Archaic Petra's 2-Piece Set Bonus is a must-have for any Geo character. Currently, it's the only set that provides a Geo Damage Bonus.
4-Piece Set Is Best For Characters With Geo Constructs
To ensure continues Elemental Shard spawn, having a Geo character with Geo Constructs is best. Zhongli and Albedo in particular can take advantage of this.
Archaic Petra Best Stats
Priority Stats For Archaic Petra
| Stats | Priority |
|---|---|
| - CRIT Rate - CRIT DMG -Geo DMG Bonus | ★★★★★ |
| - Energy Recharge - DEF%/ ATK%/ HP% (Depending on the character.) | ★★★★・ |
Sub-Stats Are Random
Unlike main stats, Sub-stats will only be randomly applied & enhanced every 4 levels of artifact upgrades. This means that getting a perfect stats for the artifact may require some grinding.
Some Stats Has Fixed Value Or Percentage Increase
Some stats increase has 2 types of buffs:A Fixed Value or Percentage Increase (Such as DEF + 10 vs DEF +10%). A rule of thumb is that a percentage increase will be more beneficial in the later stages of the game due to stat increase from leveling up.
Archaic Petra How To Get & Domains
Drops From The Following Bosses
This Artifact Does Not Drop From Enemies
Currently, this Artifact Set cannot be farmed by defeating enemies since it does not drop from any of them.
Farmed In The Following Domains
| Domain Drops | |
|---|---|
 Domain of Guyun | - |
Through The Mystic Offering System
The Mystic Offering System can be used to convert stock up artifacts for new ones. It's a 3:1 ratio and can be used indefinitely as long as you have 3 5-star Artifacts to sacrifice.
Archaic Petra Set Pieces & Description
| Piece | Description |
|---|---|
| Flower of Creviced Cliff | A flower born of the minerals and rocks of cliffside cracks. The way its petals blow in the wind makes it seem alive. |
| Feather of Jagged Peaks | A hard feather from a large seacliff hawk. The basalt tip of the feather sometimes flistens with a cool dew. |
| Sundial of Enduring Jade | A sundial carved from a single, large piece of jade. Its lined with a pattern that silently records the passage of time. |
| Goblet of Chiseled Crag | A resplendent yet dignified wine goblet, once filled to the brim in an era long gone. |
| Mask of Solitude Basalt | A solemn mask exquisitely carved from basalt. Its hollow eyes stare ahead expressionless and cold. |
