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How to send Greymanes on missions in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to send Greymanes on missions in Crimson Desert, a feature inherited from Pearl Abyss' MMO development experience. Players can access missions via the map's Factions tab, selecting locations to send their crew for resources, upgrades, or items. Later in the game, a Dispatch Coordinator at the Greymane camp allows for streamlined mission management.
How to unlock the Greymane camp Abyss Nexus in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to unlock the fast travel Abyss Nexus at the Greymane camp in Crimson Desert. Players must progress through specific faction quests for House Roberts, including liberating Karin Quarry and completing the Sealed in Stone quest. Access to the Kuku Pot is also required before finding and placing the Abyss Nexus Platform.
How to open the Bluemont Manor Strongboxes
This guide details how to solve the Bluemont Manor Strongboxes in Crimson Desert. The first strongbox requires aligning an owl picture by pressing four buttons, while the second involves adjusting five segmented wheels to set piston levels. Successfully opening the strongboxes rewards players with in-game items like the Oath of Darkness earring and a Crafted Gold Necklace.
How to complete Abyss Without Balance in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to complete the 'Abyss Without Balance' quest in Crimson Desert, which serves as an introduction to the Abyss realm. It covers navigating the skybridge, solving puzzles involving Axiom Force, and activating the Abyss Nexus, culminating in the completion of Chapter 1.
How to complete Gate to the Other World in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to complete the 'Gate to the Other World' quest in Crimson Desert, which involves solving a puzzle to activate a portal and then defeating a boss named Tenebrum. The quest requires players to manipulate lock devices, insert batteries using special abilities, and engage in a boss fight that utilizes specific mechanics.
How to get into Hernand Castle in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to enter Hernand Castle and find the alchemist's chamber in Crimson Desert. Players must equip the Hernandian Attire armor before speaking to the guards to gain entry. Once inside, the alchemist's chamber is located through the first door on the left in a specific room, and examining a treasure chest within will yield the Faded Abyss Artifact.
How to get pets in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to acquire pets in Crimson Desert, a process that involves building trust with animals like dogs and cats. Players can increase trust by petting animals up to five times daily and feeding them specific foods, with higher quality food yielding more trust. Once 100 trust is achieved, the animal can be taken in as a pet, with a limit of up to 30 pets that can assist the player.
How to mine iron ore for Rhett's Request in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to mine iron ore in Crimson Desert for Rhett's Request. Players will need to obtain a pickaxe and locate metallic ore deposits east of Hernand. The guide details the controls for mining and where to deliver the ore for rewards like inventory expansion.
Crimson Desert has the most diabolical lock and key system I've ever seen
Crimson Desert features a frustrating lock and key system where players consume keys by accidentally walking into locked doors without any prior indication. This mechanic, along with other abrasive systems, makes navigating the world a gamble. The game's developer, Pearl Abyss, may have intentionally designed this system as a form of dark humor.
How to solve the Dragon's Stone Chamber puzzle in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to solve the Dragon's Stone Chamber puzzle in Crimson Desert, a challenging task requiring information found in three different locations. The solution involves correctly orienting three dials within the chamber to open a door, which rewards players with an Abyss Cresset and the Memories of Abundance item, unlocking knowledge of six other hidden locations.
Crimson Desert can be overwhelming—do this one thing in each new city to make your life much easier
Crimson Desert can be an overwhelming experience for new players due to its numerous systems and vast world. To make navigation easier, players are advised to ring the bell in the tower of each major city upon arrival. This action clears the fog of war for the entire region and reveals points of interest, significantly aiding exploration.
How to chop down trees for Turnali's Request in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to chop down trees for Turnali's Request in Crimson Desert. Players will need to use the Logging Axe, target the tree trunk by holding CTRL, and then left-click to chop. After felling the tree, it can be broken down into fine timber and timber, which is then used to refine the Bekker Shield to complete the quest.
How to solve Hidden Treasure Map Piece 7 in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to solve Hidden Treasure Map Piece 7 in Crimson Desert, which requires players to travel to Delesyia Castle in the eastern region of Pywel. Players will need the Visione helmet, unlocked in Chapter 2, to access the castle. Inside, a hidden chamber contains the Frozen Heart Plate chest armor.
How to use Abyss Cores in Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert features Abyss Cores, which are equipment mods for weapons and armor that require specific vendors called Witches to install. Players can find Witches by progressing through the main campaign to Chapter 5, with the first one, Elowen, located in The Witchwoods. Installing and removing these cores is free, but creating new sockets for them incurs a cost.
How to pass time in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to pass time in Crimson Desert, a feature useful for making it daytime or completing daily actions. Players can rest at any bed or bonfire, choosing to advance time by 3, 6, or 12 hours, though this ability is limited to when the character is tired and cannot be spammed. Specific quests may also offer a 'Wait for the right time' option.
How to use Blinding Flash in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to use the Blinding Flash skill in Crimson Desert, a mechanic crucial for progressing through certain areas and useful in combat. The article details the specific control inputs for both controller and mouse and keyboard, noting that it is generally easier to perform on a controller. The skill can stun enemies and uncover fast travel points.
How to unlock all Characters in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to unlock all three playable characters in Crimson Desert: Kliff, Damiane, and Oongka. Kliff is available from the start, Damiane is unlocked in Chapter 3, and Oongka becomes playable near the end of Chapter 7 after completing a specific side quest. The guide also briefly touches on the characters' unique abilities and equipment.
How to enter Hernand Castle in Crimson Desert
This guide explains how to enter Hernand Castle in Crimson Desert, requiring players to obtain the Hernandian Attire. The attire can be acquired by completing specific main quests or by purchasing it for 3 silver from a tailor. Players must wear the outfit to pass the castle guards in earlier chapters, with the gates opening automatically in Chapter 3.
How to complete Bruna's Request in Crimson Desert
This guide details how to complete Bruna's Request in Crimson Desert, a minor quest that grants an inventory expansion. The guide explains the steps involving the Royal Trading Post and Lioncrest Manor, noting that access to the manor may be blocked until Chapter 4 after completing an archery contest.
6 Things Starting Adventurers Need to Relearn to Explore the Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert is an ambitious open-world action RPG available on Xbox Series X|S and PC. The game features a vast, seamless world with complex combat and traversal mechanics. This guide covers essential mechanics for new players, including focusing on objects and NPCs, inventory management, stealing, fast travel via Abyss Nexuses, air travel using Sky Islands, and understanding the skill system.
