Rares, also known as Artifacts, are collectible objects in the Space Stage of Spore.
There are over 100 rares that can be found randomly scattered on the planets, indicated by pulsating yellow signals within star systems. Any artifact in the planet is guided by the Radar and can be received by abducting it and storing it in the cargo. Though, if it is abducted from the space-faring colony, it will result in a negative relation bonus for "Stealing Our Resources".
Artifacts can be sold for a large amount of Sporebucks (anywhere from 22,500 to 225,000). For philosophy-based items, double corresponding archetypes pay the price. Artifacts can also be gathered into collections which can then be sold for an even greater number of Sporebucks; each collection consisting of 10 specific artifacts.
Collection[]
Rares is a tab in the My Collections window. The Rares tab includes everything from scrolls to black holes.
Space Rares[]
- Galactic Objects-- Uncommon objects like Black Holes and Binary Stars.
- Storybook Planets-- Planets with odd formations like crab-shaped continents.
Ancient Rares[]
- Rare Relics-- Average artifacts like pots, scrolls and tablets.
- Rare Statues-- Statues and busts of famous individuals.
- Rare Jewels-- Jewels such as rubies and emeralds.
Natural Rares[]
- Rare Geodes-- Hollow rocks containing crystals.
- Rare Fossils-- Ancient animals and such preserved in stone.
Philosophy-based items[]
- Blocks of Chance-- Bard beliefs.
- Books of Science-- Scientist beliefs.
- Scrolls of Faith-- Zealot beliefs.
- Scrolls of Harmony-- Shaman beliefs.
- Scrolls of Order-- Diplomat and Wanderer beliefs.
- Stones of Force-- Warrior and Knight beliefs.
- Stones of Life-- Ecologist beliefs.
- Tablets of Prosperity-- Trader beliefs.
Rares in Archetype Change[]
In a change archetype mission to become a Bard, you must collect 25 rares.
In a change archetype mission to become a Scientist, you must see 20 rare galactic objects.
Artifacts[]
Artifacts are objects sometimes encountered by the player for space stage missions. These objects have no value other than the mission, and can't be sold. If left on a planet they will stay there.