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Crimson Desert can be overwhelming—do this one thing in each new city to make your life much easier

It's a big, big world.

PC Gamer Mar 19, 2026 Sean Martin
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How to fish for Annabella's Request in Crimson Desert

Snag this saddler a Tench so she can use the scales. ...

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How to cook fish porridge for Renee's Request in Crimson Desert

Rustle up a meal for the town butcher. ...

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How to fast travel in Crimson Desert

Use the Abyss Nexus and track down Mysterious Energy. ...

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How to complete the Reunion puzzle in Crimson Desert

Unravel the secret of the ancient ruins. ...

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How to pass time in Crimson Desert

Change dreary night into bright daytime. ...

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How to solve the Halssius Conflux statue puzzle in Crimson Desert

Move the grid, match the symbols. ...

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How to use Copper Pouches in Crimson Desert

It's free money. ...

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How to get Bloodstone in Crimson Desert

Refine your gear with this red rock. ...

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How to get Azurite in Crimson Desert

Use these shiny crystals to craft and refine your jewellery. ...

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How to read the Lost Letter in Crimson Desert

What to do with the stranger's mysterious letter. ...

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How to clean the chimney in Crimson Desert

Help the distressed villagers in the Actions Speak Louder than Words quest. ...

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How to respec in Crimson Desert

And where to find more Faded Abyss Artifacts. ...

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How to enter Hernand Castle in Crimson Desert

Dress to impress and find your way into the heart of Hernand. ...

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How to complete Trial After Trial in Crimson Desert

Use your lantern where it reacts. ...

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How to get Abyss Artifacts in Crimson Desert

Get health, stamina, and unlock new skills. ...

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How to beat Hornsplitter in Crimson Desert

Trounce Kailok in a one-on-one duel. ...

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How to 'observe this skill in action to learn it' in Crimson Desert

Get some free skills just by watching enemies. ...

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How to solve Hidden Treasure Map Piece 7 in Crimson Desert

Track down the location of the treasure map outside Hernand. ...

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How to get to Florindale in Crimson Desert

Get past the Pororin Patrol without being sleep darted. ...

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How to activate the Spire of the Stars in Crimson Desert

Turn on the elevator so you can head up. ...

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How to solve the Dragon's Stone Chamber puzzle in Crimson Desert

Turn the three dials to their rightful positions. ...

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How to beat Marnie's Excavatron in Crimson Desert

Defeat this terrifying machine in Karin Quarry. ...

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Spend your early levels in Crimson Desert getting more health and stamina instead of fun new skills that you can get for free

Use your starting skill points wisely. ...

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How to reach The Singing Catfish in Crimson Desert

Find a way to access the ship near Vellua. ...

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How to complete Bruna's Request in Crimson Desert

Locate the saddler to find out about the new tack. ...

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How to slot Abyss Gears in Crimson Desert

Buff your weapons and armour with these special items. ...

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Nathan Fillion Explains Why He Had No Interest Setting the Firefly Animated Series After Serenity

Firefly actor Nathan Fillion has explained the decision to set the new animated series after the end of the live-action ...