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Running the streets of Night City to clearing markers on the USG Ishimura, I live in a multiverse with my team — V, Leon Kennedy, Doom Slayer, and Isaac Clarke — defending Earth from the worst the cosmos can throw at us.
The Screaming Vault is one the Crimson Desert’s ancient ruins puzzles: a subterranean chamber of crumbling stones and cryptic sigils that test observation and pattern recognition. Whether you’re a completionist hunting every secret that the game holds or just looking to upgrade your character skills by getting the Abyss Artifact these ancient ruins hold, this guide walks you through the puzzle’s logic and solution. Below you’ll find a concise breakdown of the puzzle’s mechanics and a step by step solution. Screaming Vault Ancient Ruins Puzzle Location Head to the marked location shown in the above image in Demeniss near the…
The Wanderer of Faith armor set for Damiane is a rare, thematically striking outfit. Tracking down every piece requires visiting multiple hidden locations and clearing specific challenges sometimes. This guide lays out the locations to find every piece of this armor set, the tasks that must be completed and efficient order so you can assemble the set with minimal backtracking. Wanderer of Faith Leather Cloak Location Our first stop is the Wanderer of Faith Leather Cloak, head to the marked location shown in the above picture and look for the waterfalls at the location. Then near the waterfalls, look for…
Treasure Map Piece 6 hides a rewarding armor piece that’s tucked behind a subtle landmark which many players tend to miss. This armor piece is not for Kliff, but Damiane, who is one of the playable characters in the game along with Kliff and Oongka. This guide gives a precise decode of the map’s clues, step by step directions to the exact spot and the actions needed to reveal the treasure chest. So let’s get started, shall we. Where is the treasure map piece 6 located? Head to the marked location shown in the above picture in the Hernand Region…
Treasure Map Piece 4 can be found after you’ve progressed the story to the Pailune Region and there is a high chance that you’ve already found the treasure chest that the treasure map piece 4 points to. Solving the treasure map piece 4 gives you the Scorchflame Plate Armor which is a part of Scorchflame Armor Set. This guide provides a detailed decode of the treasure map’s location and the solution to find the treasure chest if you haven’t already. Where is the Treasure Map Piece 4 Located? Head to the marked location that is shown in the above image…
Treasure Map Piece 3 points to a cleverly concealed cache that rewards careful observation, a bit of adventure and environmental puzzle solving skills. This walkthrough breaks down the map’s clues, pinpoints the exact location and outlines the sequence or actions you need to take and open the treasure chest. So let’s dive into it then. Where is the Treasure Map Piece 3 Located? Head to the above location shown on the map which is due east of Hills of no return in the Hernandian Territory. Identify this abandoned house whose entrance is barged with wooden planks, just use skill to…
Discovering Treasure Map Piece 2 is a satisfying step toward unearthing one of Crimson Desert’s hidden items but the map’s cryptic clues can send you wandering if you don’t know what to look for. This guide gives a clear step by step walkthrough to decode the map, navigate through places and shortcuts so you can reach the treasure chest quickly and get back to adventuring. Where is the Treasure Map Piece 2 Located? Head to the marked location near the Gates of Truth in Demeniss as shown in the above image. You’ll see stairs that lead to a stone coffin,…
The Icy ruins on Five Finger Mountain test your cold resistance, patience and optimal puzzle intuition with moving stone platforms. The Five Finger Mountain Icy Ruins is one of the ancient ruins in Pailune regions in the Crimson Desert. This guide provides a concise, step by step solution to solve the puzzle and claim the Abyss Cresset – the reward for solving the ancient ruins puzzle. Where is the Five Finger Mountain Icy Ruins Puzzle Located? Head to this location on the map shown in the above image which is due far west to the Pailune city, you’ll reach the…
The Hidden Chamber of Wisdom is tucked away in the Silverwolf Mountains of Pailune. It is easily the most missed puzzle because it’s tucked away below the mountains and the entrance to this chamber looks just like any other mountains in the area. This puzzle requires you to scout the surrounding area to find clues which are needed to solve the puzzle. This guide focuses on the step-by-step process on how to solve the puzzle and obtain the reward which is an Abyss Cresset. Where is the Hidden Chamber of Wisdom Ruins Located? Head to the marked location shown in…
The Sanctum of Solace is a pivotal midgame sanctum in Crimson Desert. Solving it rewards meaningful story progression with the Witch of Kindness leading to crafting abyss gear and unique gear. This guide gives a clear, step-by-step walkthrough for solving the Sanctum of Solace. Where is the Sanctum of Solace Located? Head to the marked location shown in the above map which is just a bit away from the letter “A” and you’ll reach the Sanctum of Solace. Now, this sanctum is not only under Antumbra’s enemies but it also has a boss fight with the Antumbra’s Staff. You’d have…
The Scorchflame Plate Armor is a high tier heavy armor prized for its fire resistance and intimidating look – perfect for melee fighters or tanks who want to shrug off elemental hits in fights. This guide shows where each armor piece can be found. Follow this walkthrough to collect the full Scorchflame set fast and set your enemies ablaze. Scorchflame Plate Gloves Location Head to the above location, Twilight Grotto cave which is in the Hernand border. After you’ve reached the waterfalls, head down to the bottom of the waterfalls to reach the cave’s entrance. Identify the stone structure as…