Something NEW! Fragments and Badges Fragments are a new way to purchase "badges", which can be awarded to other Deviants, so ultimately the new badge is a "gift" from one Deviant to another. Fragments can purchase, or be exchanged for, certain badges. The badges can be used to mark a much admired Deviation or perhaps a very helpful Tutorial or even an appreciated comment. The badges will appear on the Deviation or comment, as well as the Deviant's profile page once received. Currently, Core members are automatically given 300 Fragments to start with. As seen in the above graphic, 300 Fragments can purchase thirty Quartz badges or three Emerald or one Diamond badge. Fragments can be earned three ways: When a Deviant receives a badge a Fragment is given to that Deviant. Core Members will receive a weekly Fragment allotment sometime on Friday of each week. Renewing or Gifting a Core earns additional Fragments. Fragments can be won from official DA contests and/or