What does it mean if an artifact goes to the 'Overflow' area?

When an artifact goes to the 'Overflow' area, it indicates that the artifact has been bypassed by the classifier and is thus placed directly into this designated area. The concept of the Overflow area serves a specific purpose within the context of the game's rules, focusing on the management and classification of artifacts.

The Overflow area is meant to handle items that do not undergo the standard classification process, meaning they did not meet the criteria to be classified properly or were somehow unable to go through the typical sorting mechanisms. This functionality is important as it allows teams to strategize around the artifacts that are not classified and ensures that the game flow continues without disruptions due to misclassified or unclassified artifacts.

The other options do not accurately describe the function of the Overflow area. For example, the idea that artifacts in this area count as double points or are counted as a penalty does not align with the purpose of Overflow. Furthermore, the concept of discarding an artifact suggests a different action that does not correlate with the mechanism of the Overflow area. Thus, the correct understanding hinges on recognizing that the Overflow area is specifically for artifacts that have bypassed classification.