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11Overview22A Gentle Touch is the 44th main quest in Crimson Desert and part of the Pioneering sub-chapter within Chapter 3: Howling Hill. After successfully recruiting Luke at the Coalvale Workshop during the previous quest, Kliff returns to the Greymane Camp at Howling Hill. A package from Shakatu has been delivered through the Dragon Head Totem at the camp shrine. The package contains a letter explaining the camp expansion system along with starter resources to begin building up the settlement.44This is a short, non-combat quest that is the tutorial introduction to the dispatch and camp expansion mechanics. Despite its simplicity, many players get stuck on the totem interaction because the prompt is angle-sensitive and easy to miss.66Quest Details88DetailInformationTypeMain QuestQuest Number44 of 82ChapterChapter 3: Howling Hill (Pioneering)RegionHernandLocationGreymane Camp, Howling HillPrerequisiteRumors from the SawmillNext QuestBustling HillCombatNoneEstimated Time2 to 3 minutes9+DetailInformationTypeMain QuestQuest Number44 of 82ChapterChapter 3: Howling Hill (Pioneering)RegionHernandLocationGreymane Camp, Howling HillPrerequisiteRumors From the SawmillNext QuestBustling HillCombatNoneEstimated Time2 to 3 minutes1010Rewards1111RewardQuantityUseCamp Oats200Food supply for camp residents and dispatch missionsCamp Coins200Currency for camp upgrades and supply managementThick Hide6Crafting material used for armor and camp structuresIron Ore5Crafting material used for weapons and camp structures1313Walkthrough1414Step 1: Return to Howling Hill1616After speaking with Luke and completing Rumors from the Sawmill, travel back to the Greymane Camp at Howling Hill. Follow the quest marker on your minimap. You can ride your horse or fast travel if a waypoint is available. The journey from the Coalvale Workshop is straightforward with no enemies or obstacles along the route.17+After speaking with Luke and completing Rumors From the Sawmill, travel back to the Greymane Camp at Howling Hill. Follow the quest marker on your minimap. You can ride your horse or fast travel if a waypoint is available. The journey from the Coalvale Workshop is straightforward with no enemies or obstacles along the route.1818Step 2: Examine the Dragon Head Totem at the Shrine2020Once you arrive at camp, head toward the shrine structure. The Dragon Head Totem is a statue positioned to the left side of the shrine. Approach it and press Square (PlayStation) or X (Xbox) to interact. This triggers a short scene where Kliff discovers that Shakatu has sent a package containing supplies and a letter.2222Important: The interaction prompt on the totem is angle-sensitive. You need to position Kliff so he is facing the back or side of the totem at a moderate distance. If the prompt does not appear, try the following:2424Slowly circle the totem while watching for the interaction icon to appear.Stand at a moderate distance. Being too close or too far will prevent the prompt from triggering.Try rotating your camera angle rather than moving your character. Sometimes the prompt depends on the camera's viewing angle.If the prompt still does not appear after several attempts, reload your most recent save or restart the game to reset the interaction system.2626Step 3: Check the Letter from the Dragon Head Totem2828After examining the totem, the letter and supplies are automatically added to your inventory. A notification appears confirming that you have received Shakatu's Letter along with the quest rewards (200 Camp Oats, 200 Camp Coins, 6 Thick Hide, and 5 Iron Ore).3030Step 4: Read Shakatu's Letter3232Open your inventory and locate the purple-colored item labeled Shakatu's Letter. Select it and press L1 (PlayStation) or LB (Xbox) to examine it. The letter is from Shakatu, who explains that resources are being sent to help expand the camp. It introduces the camp expansion system and the concept of dispatching recruited Freeswords on missions to gather resources passively.3434Note: You must actually read the letter to complete the quest. Simply collecting it from the totem is not enough. If the quest objective does not update, make sure you have opened and examined the letter through your inventory.3636Quest Objectives Summary3838Return to Howling HillExamine the Dragon Head Totem at the ShrineCheck the letter from the Dragon Head TotemRead the letter (examine Shakatu's Letter from your inventory)4040Camp Expansion Introduction4242A Gentle Touch is the gateway to the camp expansion system, one of the core progression mechanics in Crimson Desert. Shakatu's letter explains that you can grow Howling Hill by investing resources and assigning recruited companions to tasks. The immediately following quest, Bustling Hill, puts this system into practice by asking you to dispatch your first expansion mission.4444The dispatch system allows you to send Freeswords on timed missions that gather camp resources in the background while you continue exploring or completing other quests. For the first dispatch mission in Bustling Hill, you will assign Luke and Ronald to the Howling Hill Camp Expansion task, which takes roughly 18 in-game hours to complete. You can speed up the wait by resting at a bed or campfire.4646The Camp Oats and Camp Coins you receive as rewards from this quest provide a solid starting reserve for the expansion. Thick Hide and Iron Ore are crafting materials that will be needed for building new camp structures as the settlement grows.4848Pioneering Quest Progression5050A Gentle Touch sits near the end of the Pioneering sub-chapter within Chapter 3. The full quest sequence for the Pioneering arc is listed below.5252#QuestSummary39Hope After the DraughtBegin the Pioneering arc at Howling Hill40Scattered ComradesSearch for former Greymane members scattered across Hernand43Rumors from the SawmillInvestigate rumors and recruit Luke at the Coalvale Workshop44A Gentle Touch (current)Return to camp, retrieve and read Shakatu's letter45Bustling HillDispatch the first camp expansion mission with Luke and Ronald46Greymanes ReunitedComplete the Pioneering arc and transition to Chapter 453+#QuestSummary39Hope After the DraughtBegin the Pioneering arc at Howling Hill40Scattered ComradesSearch for former Greymane members scattered across Hernand43Rumors From the SawmillInvestigate rumors and recruit Luke at the Coalvale Workshop44A Gentle Touch (current)Return to camp, retrieve and read Shakatu's letter45Bustling HillDispatch the first camp expansion mission with Luke and Ronald46Greymanes ReunitedComplete the Pioneering arc and transition to Chapter 45454Tips5555The Dragon Head Totem interaction is the most common point where players get stuck. If you cannot trigger the prompt, focus on approaching the rear side of the totem rather than the front.After reading the letter, spend the Camp Oats and Camp Coins wisely. The next quest (Bustling Hill) will require you to interact with the dispatch system, so familiarize yourself with the camp management interface.The Dragon Head Totem at the shrine acts as a recurring communication channel with Shakatu throughout the rest of the game. Return here periodically to check for new messages and supply deliveries.This quest has no time limit or failure conditions. Take the opportunity to explore the Greymane Camp and speak with camp residents before moving on.If you are having trouble finding Shakatu's Letter in your inventory, look for a purple-colored item in the quest items or key items section rather than the general inventory tab.5757Lore and Story Context5959At this point in the story, Kliff and the Greymanes have been working to rebuild their mercenary band after the events of earlier chapters. The Pioneering sub-chapter focuses on gathering scattered former members and establishing a proper base of operations. With Luke recruited from the sawmill near Coalvale Workshop, the group's numbers are growing, and Shakatu recognizes the need for a larger, better-equipped camp.6161Shakatu, the leader of the Goldleaves merchant guild, has been supporting the Greymanes from behind the scenes. The Dragon Head Totem is his method of delivering supplies and instructions without needing to visit the camp in person. His letter in this quest marks the formal beginning of Howling Hill's transformation from a small encampment into a thriving settlement.6363Related Quests6565Rumors from the Sawmill (prerequisite): Recruit Luke at the Coalvale WorkshopBustling Hill (next quest): Dispatch your first camp expansion mission using Luke and RonaldGreymanes Reunited: The final quest of the Pioneering arcScattered Comrades: Earlier quest in the Pioneering arc where you search for former Greymane members66+Rumors From the Sawmill (prerequisite): Recruit Luke at the Coalvale WorkshopBustling Hill (next quest): Dispatch your first camp expansion mission using Luke and RonaldGreymanes Reunited: The final quest of the Pioneering arcScattered Comrades: Earlier quest in the Pioneering arc where you search for former Greymane members
