In New World Season 8, "Season of the Divide", a batch of powerful new artifacts and equipment made a stunning debut, bringing more possibilities to players' battle strategies and gameplay styles. 
Highlights of New Equipment and Artifacts
The newly updated equipment and artifacts cover all equipment slots. From headgear to weapons, each piece has its unique features, catering to different gameplay styles and combat needs. Whether you favor high-damage gameplay or excel in defense and support, there's new equipment tailored to your style.
Detailed Explanation of Equipment and Artifacts for Each Part
Headgear
Once worn by the ancient rulers of Aeternum, the Old Crown is a medium-sized helmet. It's designed to strike a balance between versatility and durability. Featuring three gem slots and well-rounded stats, it's the ideal option for hybrid-build players looking to gain both elemental and physical resistance without compromising on attribute points.
Players can obtain it by progressing through the PvP rewards system. In addition, players can earn New World Coins in PvP battles, which can be used to enhance their character’s gear and progression.
Chest Gear
The Vampire’s Vestments are specially designed for mages and players who prefer the lifesteal Build. In combat, it allows players to exchange mana for sustainability. When wielding a magic weapon, abilities activate lifesteal, and basic attacks regenerate 10 mana points, with a 0.5-second cooldown.
Players can spend New World Coins to purchase special materials from mysterious merchants to upgrade the performance of this vestment.
Hand Gear
The Lich Gloves are a powerful asset for casters. Activating an ability grants a "+4% Empower" effect that lasts for 7 seconds and can stack up to 3 layers. However, a basic attack will clear all stacked layers, and no new layers can be obtained within 5 seconds.
Leg Gear
The Runic Greaves, as heavy-duty leg gear, have speed runes embedded in the armor. After casting the "Heartrune", Tanks and melee classes can gain a 33% movement speed bonus that lasts for 7 seconds, making it convenient for surprise attacks or tactical withdrawals.
They can be earned through PvP reward progression.
Weapons and Equipment
Chaos-Blunderbuss
It completely transforms the "Blast Shot" ability. The push distance of the shot increases by 300%, and the first hit target is ignited and turned into a projectile, causing 50% weapon damage to the enemies it passes through. Players can use New World Coins to purchase special ammunition to boost its effectiveness.
Acquisition Method: Can be obtained as a reward from the "Outpost Rush".
Wit-Longsword
It innovates the classic Tank gameplay by strengthening the threat generation ability. The taunt effect remains active continuously, and a critical hit with a light attack can generate 250% more threat value. Additionally, it reduces the damage taken.
Acquisition method: Obtained as a reward from the "Mutation".
Relentless-Tower Shield
By sacrificing 20% of its armor, it provides nearby allies with a 35% armor bonus and a 20% increase in healing received. Players can use New World Coins to add protective runes to further enhance their defensive capabilities.
Acquisition method: Obtained as a reward from the "Mutation".
The Impact of New Equipment and Artifacts on the Game
The new equipment and artifacts have greatly enriched the game's tactical system. Players can make various combinations according to their personal preferences and team needs, creating diverse gameplay styles.
For example, players can use the Vampire’s Vestments and the Lich Gloves to create a mage character with strong lifesteal and burst damage, or use the Runic Greaves and the Relentless-Tower Shield to enhance the Tank's flexibility and support capabilities.
Whether it's mages enhancing their spell power or Tanks reinforcing their defenses, they all rely on New World Coins. The acquisition of new equipment is closely linked to season-related activities, PvP, and special dungeon rewards. New World Coins stimulate players' enthusiasm for participation, promoting the prosperity and development of the game's ecosystem.
