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Overview

Bloodstone is a mid-tier crafting ore in Crimson Desert, recognizable by its deep reddish color. The in-game description calls it "a reddish ore with toxic properties" and notes that it contains mercury, which can release toxic gases during refinement. Despite its hazardous nature, Bloodstone is one of the most important materials for upgrading your gear, and you will need a steady supply of it once your equipment reaches higher refinement levels.

Bloodstone sits above Iron Ore and Copper Ore in rarity but below Scolecite and Diamond. It appears most frequently in the Pailune and Crimson Desert regions of the continent of Pywel, though scattered deposits can also be found in remote cliffs and ravines closer to Hernand. Because Bloodstone veins are considerably rarer than iron or copper deposits, knowing the best farming spots will save you a lot of time.

How to Mine Bloodstone

Before you can gather Bloodstone, you need a mining tool. The most common option is the Pickaxe, which you can obtain in two ways: accept Rhett's Request outside the equipment shop in Hernand to receive a free Pickaxe, or purchase one from any Provisioner's Shop throughout the world.

To mine a deposit, open your equipment wheel (F2 on keyboard or Left D-Pad on controller) and equip the Pickaxe. Aim at the ore vein until the targeting reticle turns blue, then swing to break it. Each vein drops one or more pieces of Bloodstone.

Alternative Mining Methods

The Force Palm ability lets you crack ore deposits without switching to a Pickaxe. Hold and charge the attack while aiming at a deposit to shatter it. This technique consumes Spirit each time, but it is especially useful for reaching veins positioned high on cliff walls where climbing with a Pickaxe equipped is awkward.

The Mining Knuckledrill is a special piece of mining equipment unlocked after defeating Marni's Excavatron. It lets you mine faster than a standard Pickaxe and grants a +10% chance to receive bonus ore from every deposit. If you plan to farm Bloodstone in bulk, obtaining the Knuckledrill first is well worth the effort.

All Bloodstone Farming Locations

Bloodstone deposits are embedded in cliff walls and ravine surfaces throughout Pywel. Below are the confirmed farming locations, organized roughly from early-game accessibility to mid-game zones. Each location's approximate yield is listed where known.

Recommended Farming Routes

Early Game: Rocca's Hill Loop

The ravine south of Rocca's Hill is the best starting point because it is close to Hernand and yields roughly ten Bloodstone from five veins in a single run. From Hernand, cross the river heading east and look for a steep path leading down into the valley. The ore appears as a richly red vertical strip in the cliffside. After clearing these veins, head further up the ravine to pick up Garnet and Azurite near the large bridge to the north, then loop back to town.

Early Game: Haunted Hills and Mistwind

If you have already cleared Rocca's Hill and are waiting for respawns, head to the Haunted Hills northwest of the North Hernand Watchtower. From there, swing south to the Mistwind Stepped Hillside. Combining these two stops with Rocca's Hill creates a triangle route that keeps you farming while deposits regenerate.

Mid Game: Tashkalp North Road

Once you reach the Pailune and Crimson Desert regions, the road running north from Tashkalp toward Trader's Expanse becomes the single most efficient farming route in the game. Multiple Bloodstone clusters line both sides of this road, and each deposit contains several pieces. Be prepared for tougher enemies along the way. Pair this route with the Sovereign Wastes area northeast of Tashkalp Town for maximum yield per run.

Respawn Mechanics

Ore deposits in Crimson Desert respawn over time, but the exact timer is not displayed in the game's interface. Based on community testing, Bloodstone veins take longer than 24 in-game hours to regenerate after being mined. Once you break a deposit, its location stays marked on your map, so you can return later without having to rediscover it.

Because of this respawn delay, the most effective strategy is to rotate between multiple farming spots rather than camping a single location. Plan a loop through two or three mining areas so that by the time you finish the last stop, earlier deposits may have already respawned.

Uses of Bloodstone

Gear Refinement

Bloodstone's primary purpose is gear refinement at the blacksmith. Refinement increases the attack power of weapons and the defense value of armor. You can refine your equipment by visiting Blacksmith Turnali in the center-north district of Hernand and selecting the Refinement option.

There are 10 refinement levels for each piece of gear. Bloodstone is required for upgrading weapons, armor, and metal shields. For refinement levels 1 through 4, Bloodstone and other standard ores are the only materials you need. Starting at Level 5 and above, upgrades also require Abyss Artifacts, which are the same items used to earn skill points. This means you will need to balance spending Abyss Artifacts between skill progression and gear upgrades.

Applicable Gear Types

Bloodstone is used to refine the following equipment categories:

• Weapons (swords, axes, and other melee arms)

• Armor (plate armor and other body protection)

• Metal Shields (defensive offhand equipment)

Most pieces of equipment past Level 4 refinement will specifically require Bloodstone. Keep a healthy stockpile before attempting higher-tier upgrades, because the material cost increases with each successive level.

Tips and Best Practices

1. Get the Mining Knuckledrill early. The +10% bonus ore drop from every deposit adds up quickly over dozens of farming runs. Defeating Marni's Excavatron should be a priority for anyone who plans to invest heavily in refinement.

2. Rotate between farming spots. Respawn timers will slow you down if you over-farm one location. Plan a loop between two or three mining areas to keep gathering while deposits regenerate.

3. Use Force Palm for elevated veins. Some Bloodstone deposits sit high on cliff walls where swinging a Pickaxe is difficult. Force Palm can crack these from the ground, saving time and avoiding dangerous climbs.

4. Stockpile before upgrading. Material requirements increase at higher refinement levels. Farm a surplus before committing to a series of upgrades so you do not run out halfway through.

5. Do not sell Bloodstone casually. Its value for refinement far exceeds its resale price. Keep reserves for your own gear progression rather than selling it to vendors.

6. Mark deposits on your map. After you mine a Bloodstone vein, its location remains on your map. Use these markers to build an efficient farming route over time.

7. Combine with other resources. Many Bloodstone locations also have Garnet, Azurite, Iron, or Copper deposits nearby. Gather everything in a single run to maximize efficiency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Buy Bloodstone From Vendors?

Some vendors carry small amounts of Bloodstone in their inventory. However, vendor stock is limited and restocking is not reliable enough to sustain large-scale upgrades. Purchasing from vendors is convenient for topping off a small shortfall, but mining remains the primary way to build a steady supply.

When Should I Start Farming Bloodstone?

You can begin as soon as you have a Pickaxe, which is available very early in the game through Rhett's Request in Hernand. The Rocca's Hill ravine east of town is your first accessible deposit. Starting early means you will have a stockpile ready by the time your gear reaches refinement Level 4 and beyond.

Is Bloodstone the Only Material I Need for Refinement?

No. Refinement also uses standard ores like Iron and Copper at lower levels, and Abyss Artifacts become mandatory starting at Level 5. Bloodstone is the key mid-tier material, but you will need a mix of resources for a full upgrade path.