Pokemon Pokopia: All Ancient Artifacts and How to Find Them

A character in a video game digs up a glowing spot in a garden, revealing a "Small lost relic." Nearby plants and a wooden fence create a whimsical tone.
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A character in a video game digs up a glowing spot in a garden, revealing a "Small lost relic." Nearby plants and a wooden fence create a whimsical tone.
  • Primary Subject: Pokemon Pokopia (v1.0 Launch Version)
  • Key Update: Players can now uncover the mystery of humanity's disappearance by collecting and appraising Ancient Artifacts found in Treasure Blocks.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: March 12, 2026
  • Quick Answer: To find Ancient Artifacts, use a Pokemon with Search Specialty and a Dowsing Machine to locate glowing Treasure Blocks, then use Rock Smash to excavate.

Finding all the ancient artifacts is one of the best ways of uncovering the lore in Pokemon Pokopia, but it's not as easy as you might think.

Pokopia is set in a post-apocalyptic Kanto region where humans have disappeared. You play as a Ditto disguised as a human whose goal is to discover where the humans have gone. With the help of the Pokemon you meet along the way, you discover more about the fate of humanity while also rebuilding the barren island.

One thing you're able to do to learn about humans is to find artifacts. Here are all the artifacts you can get and how to find them.

How to Find Ancient Artifacts in Pokemon Pokopia

Ancient Artifacts can be found underground, hidden by Buried Treasure Blocks. You'll know you found a Treasure Block if you see a glowing center on the ground.

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If you can't see one, try using the Dowsing Machine with a Pokemon that has the Search Specialty. With the machine, they'll be able to lead you to a treasure that is hidden where you normally wouldn't see it.

To get the treasure hidden below, use the Rock Smash Ability on the ground. If it looks like the block is about to blow up, make sure to use the Water Gun to avoid missing out on your treasure.

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Take note that just because you see a glow on the ground does not guarantee you'll get an Ancient Artifact. You can get other items as well, such as dolls that used to go to Dream Islands.

If you get an Ancient Artifact you haven't identified yet, it will show up in your inventory as a Lost Relic. Bring the Relic to Professor Tangrowth, who will use its Appraise ability to reveal what the item is.

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After it's been identified, you can either keep it in your collection, trade with another Pokemon, or sell it. It's similar to offering items to the museum in Animal Crossing: New Horizons.

All Ancient Artifacts in Pokemon Pokopia

In Pokemon Pokopia, the ancient artifacts are divided into three categories: Small (S) Lost Relic, Large (L) Lost Relic, and Fossils.

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Here is a complete list of all the ancient artifacts for each category:

Small Lost Relics in Pokemon Pokopia

  • Adrenaline Orb - Small Lost Relic
  • Black Belt - Small Lost Relic
  • Black Glasses - Small Lost Relic
  • Choice Band - Small Lost Relic
  • Destiny Knot - Small Lost Relic
  • Flame Orb - Small Lost Relic
  • Hard Stone - Small Lost Relic
  • Iron Ball - Small Lost Relic
  • Life Orb - Small Lost Relic
  • Metal Powder - Small Lost Relic
  • Miracle Seed - Small Lost Relic
  • Room Service - Small Lost Relic
  • Spell Tag - Small Lost Relic
  • Throat Spray - Small Lost Relic

Large Lost Relics in Pokemon Pokopia

  • Arcade Machine - Large Lost Relic
  • Avalugg Table - Large Lost Relic
  • Big Nugget - Large Lost Relic
  • Bike - Large Lost Relic
  • Boo-in-the-Box - Large Lost Relic
  • Castform Weather Charm - Large Lost Relic
  • Eerie Candle - Large Lost Relic
  • Fiery Magby Statue - Large Lost Relic
  • Fishing Rod - Large Lost Relic
  • Funky Diffuser - Large Lost Relic
  • Garden Ornament - Large Lost Relic
  • Gold Teeth - Large Lost Relic
  • Gym Emblem Statue - Large Lost Relic
  • Horsea Fountain - Large Lost Relic
  • Model Space Shuttle - Large Lost Relic
  • Mysterious Statue - Large Lost Relic
  • Naptime Bed - Large Lost Relic
  • Pitcher-plant Pot - Large Lost Relic
  • Polygonal Shelf - Large Lost Relic
  • Rowlet Clock - Large Lost Relic
  • Spaceship - Large Lost Relic
  • Spacesuit - Large Lost Relic
  • Wiggly Mirror - Large Lost Relic

Fossils in Pokemon Pokopia

  • Aerodactyl - Wing Fossil Head, Wing Fossil Body, Wing Fossil Tail, Wing Fossil Left Wing, Wing Fossil Right Wing
  • Amaura - Sail Fossil
  • Aurorus - Tundra Fossil Body, Tundra Fossil Head, Tundra Fossil Tail
  • Bastiodon - Shield Fossil Body, Shield Fossil Head, Shield Fossil Tail
  • Cranidos - Skull Fossil
  • Rampardos - Headbutt Fossil Body, Headbutt Fossil Head, Headbutt Fossil Tail
  • Shieldon - Armor Fossil
  • Tyrantrum - Despot Fossil Body, Despot Fossil Head, Despot Fossil Tail, Despot Fossil Legs
  • Tyrunt - Jaw Fossil

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