Diff - cloaks - Crimson Desert Wiki

11 Cloaks are one of five Armor slots in Crimson Desert, alongside Headgear, Body Armor, Gloves, and Shoes. Unlike other armor pieces that focus on raw defense, cloaks are defined by their elemental resistance. Every cloak in the game grants at least one level of resistance to fire, ice, or lightning, making them essential for surviving elemental attacks from bosses and environmental hazards.

33 Several cloaks also provide faction disguises or stealth bonuses, making them useful beyond pure combat defense. Because their defense values tend to be lower than other armor slots, choosing a cloak is more about matching the right resistance and utility effect to the situation than stacking raw defense numbers.

55 Elemental Resistance

7+Frostcursed Plate Cloak has a source conflict: the pickup guide displays Fire Resistance Lv.3 with 3 Defense, while the separate item record displays Ice Resistance Lv.5 and a Defense progression of 6 to 18. Those are differing snapshots, not proof that the cloak grants both resistances simultaneously. Confirm the actual equipment screen when building a cold-resistance set.

79 Cloaks are the primary source of elemental resistance in Crimson Desert. The resistance type is determined by the cloak's material type:

810

911 Cloth Cloaks: Provide Ice Resistance Lv.3Leather Cloaks: Provide Lightning Resistance Lv.3Plate Cloaks: Provide Fire Resistance Lv.3

1012

11-This material-to-element mapping is consistent across all cloaks, so identifying a cloak's material type immediately tells you what resistance it provides. Ice resistance is the most common since the majority of cloaks are cloth-based, while fire resistance is limited to the three plate cloaks.

13+These are common material patterns, not universal resistance rules. For example, Skyblazer Cloth Cloak lists Ice Resistance Lv.3 and Fire Resistance Lv.5, while Plate Cloak of the Shadows lists Fire Resistance Lv.7. Bear Hide Cloak and Reindeer Cloak also reach Ice Resistance Lv.5. Check the individual item rather than assuming every cloth cloak has only Ice Lv.3 or only plate cloaks resist fire.

1214

1315 All Cloak Pieces

1416

15-The following table lists all 18 known cloaks in the game. DEF values are base stats before Refinement upgrades. Prices are listed in Silver unless otherwise noted.

17+The following table retains a selection of cloak comparisons. The catalog extends beyond the original 18 entries, and the listed stats are acquired or recorded Refinement snapshots, rather than a consistent unrefined ranking. Prices are listed in Silver unless otherwise noted.

1618

17-IconNameDEFResistanceSpecial EffectPriceSourceBolton Plate Cloak2Fire Res Lv.3None6 ContributionHernand ContributionCanta Plate Cloak0Fire Res Lv.3None5.82 SilverHernand Equipment ShopDelesyian Cloth Cloak0Ice Res Lv.3NoneCraftingCloth Pieces x10 + Fleece x2Demenissian Uniform Leather Cloak3Light Res Lv.3Demenissian DisguiseStarting / CraftingDamiane starting gear; Cloth Pieces x9 + Fleece x4Disguise Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3Civilian Disguise20.88 SilverBack Alley ShopGrey Wolf Cloth Cloak0Ice Res Lv.3NoneCraftingCloth Pieces x10 + Fleece x2Hernand Ceremonial Guard Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3None19 ContributionHernand ContributionHernandian Banquet Cloak2Ice Res Lv.3None7.86 SilverTailor ShopHernandian Noble's Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3None19 ContributionHernand ContributionHungering Fang Leather Cloak3Lightning Res Lv.3NoneUnknownUnknownJack Cloth Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3Jackal DisguiseUnknownUnknownScarecrow Cloak2Ice Res Lv.3Stealth (harder to detect while still)CraftingHay x5 + Cloth Pieces x10Scholastone Cloak--Ice Res Lv.3None19 ContributionScholastone ContributionSt. Halssius Priest's Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3St. Halssius DisguiseUnknownUnknownUnyielding Warrior's Plate Cloak1Fire Res Lv.3None6.06 SilverHernand Equipment ShopWeasel Leather Cloak2Lightning Res Lv.3None4.04 SilverCalphade TailorWhite Bloodwind Cloth Cloak0Ice Res Lv.3NoneCraftingCloth Pieces x10 + Fleece x2Ynitium Leather Cloak0Lightning Res Lv.3NoneStartingKliff starting gearDesert Marauder's Cloak5Ice Resist Lv.30Helms DisguiseVarnia Taylor ShopFrostcursed Plate Cloak3Ice Resist Lv.50Fire Resist Lv.3Sanctum of ExpiationLight of the Battlefield Cloth Cloak4Ice Resist Lv.30-Sun's Gate CaveGolden Greed Plate Cloak--NoneNone----Leather Cloak of the Fallen Kingdom1Fire Res 0, Ice Res 0, Lightning Res Lv.3None4.72 Silver--Scorchflame Plate Cloak2Fire Res Lv.3None7.95 Silver--Duskfang Leather Cloak1Lightning Res Lv.3None6.70 Silver--Dark Ringleader's Cloth Cloak1Ice Res Lv.3None----Reindeer Cloak3Ice Res Lv.5Deer Disguise4.51 Silver--St Halssius Priest's Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3St. Halssius Disguise80 Silver--Dark Marksman's Plate Cloak3Fire Res Lv.3None11.61 Silver--Sunset Reed Leather Cloak2Lightning Res Lv.3None2.86 Silver--Halssius's Priest Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3St. Halssius Disguise80 Silver Coins--Plate Cloak of the Shadows3Fire Res Lv.7None8.29 Silver--Bear Hide Cloak3Ice Res Lv.5Bear Disguise4.51 Silver--Jester Leather Cloak1Lightning Res Lv.3None----Marksman's Plate Cloak3Fire Res Lv.3None----Grotevant Cloak0Fire Res Lv.3None----Kairos Cloak0Fire Res Lv.3None----

19+IconNameDEFResistanceSpecial EffectPriceSourceBolton Plate Cloak2Fire Res Lv.3None6 ContributionHernand ContributionCanta Plate Cloak0Fire Res Lv.3None5.82 SilverHernand Equipment ShopDelesyian Cloth Cloak0Ice Res Lv.3NoneCraftingCloth Pieces x10 + Fleece x2Demenissian Uniform Leather Cloak3Light Res Lv.3Demenissian DisguiseStarting / CraftingDamiane starting gear; Cloth Pieces x9 + Fleece x4Disguise Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3Civilian Disguise20.88 SilverBack Alley ShopGrey Wolf Cloth Cloak0Ice Res Lv.3NoneCraftingCloth Pieces x10 + Fleece x2Hernand Ceremonial Guard Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3None19 ContributionHernand ContributionHernandian Banquet Cloak2Ice Res Lv.3None7.86 SilverTailor ShopHernandian Noble's Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3None19 ContributionHernand ContributionHungering Fang Leather Cloak3Lightning Res Lv.3NoneUnknownUnknownJack Cloth Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3Jackal DisguiseUnknownUnknownScarecrow Cloak2Ice Res Lv.3Stealth (harder to detect while still)CraftingHay x5 + Cloth Pieces x10Scholastone Cloak--Ice Res Lv.3None19 ContributionScholastone ContributionSt. Halssius Priest's Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3St. Halssius DisguiseUnknownUnknownUnyielding Warrior's Plate Cloak1Fire Res Lv.3None6.06 SilverHernand Equipment ShopWeasel Leather Cloak2Lightning Res Lv.3None4.04 SilverCalphade TailorWhite Bloodwind Cloth Cloak0Ice Res Lv.3NoneCraftingCloth Pieces x10 + Fleece x2Ynitium Leather Cloak0Lightning Res Lv.3NoneStartingKliff starting gearDesert Marauder's Cloak5Ice Resist Lv.30Helms DisguiseVarnia Taylor ShopFrostcursed Plate Cloak3Ice Resist Lv.50UnverifiedSanctum of ExpiationLight of the Battlefield Cloth Cloak4Ice Resist Lv.30-Sun's Gate CaveGolden Greed Plate Cloak--Fire Res Lv.3None----Leather Cloak of the Fallen Kingdom1Fire Res 0, Ice Res 0, Lightning Res Lv.3None4.72 Silver--Scorchflame Plate Cloak2Fire Res Lv.3None7.95 Silver--Duskfang Leather Cloak1Lightning Res Lv.3None6.70 Silver--Dark Ringleader's Cloth Cloak1Ice Res Lv.3None----Reindeer Cloak3Ice Res Lv.5Deer Disguise4.51 Silver--St Halssius Priest's Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3St. Halssius Disguise80 Silver--Dark Marksman's Plate Cloak3Fire Res Lv.3None11.61 Silver--Sunset Reed Leather Cloak2Lightning Res Lv.3None2.86 Silver--Halssius's Priest Cloak3Ice Res Lv.3St. Halssius Disguise80 Silver Coins--Plate Cloak of the Shadows3Fire Res Lv.7None8.29 Silver--Bear Hide Cloak3Ice Res Lv.5Bear Disguise4.51 Silver--Jester Leather Cloak1Lightning Res Lv.3None----Marksman's Plate Cloak3Fire Res Lv.3None----Grotevant Cloak0Fire Res Lv.3None----Kairos Cloak0Fire Res Lv.3None----

1820 In-Game Descriptions

1921

2022 Each cloak has a lore description visible in the inventory screen. These descriptions offer flavor text about the world and the cloak's origin.

2123

2224 IconCloakIn-Game DescriptionYnitium Leather CloakA cloak crafted from Ynitium leather. Its natural oil coating gives it modest resistance to lightning.Demenissian Uniform Leather CloakStandard-issue cloak worn by members of the Demenissian military. The leather has been specially treated to resist lightning strikes during field operations.Bolton Plate CloakA reinforced plate cloak bearing the Bolton crest. The metal plating disperses heat from fire-based attacks.Canta Plate CloakA lightweight plate cloak sold by equipment merchants. Affordable and functional for travelers expecting fire hazards.Delesyian Cloth CloakWoven from Delesyian textiles, this cloth cloak retains warmth effectively. Common among travelers crossing icy mountain passes.Disguise CloakAn unremarkable cloak designed to help the wearer blend in among civilians. Sold in back-alley shops for those who prefer not to attract attention.Grey Wolf Cloth CloakA cloak fashioned after the style favored by Grey Wolf scouts. The thick cloth provides reliable protection against cold winds.Hernand Ceremonial Guard CloakWorn by the ceremonial guard of Hernand during official functions. Its fine cloth construction is as much about presentation as protection.Hernandian Banquet CloakA formal cloak worn at Hernandian social gatherings. Lighter than military-grade cloaks but still offers some ice resistance.Hernandian Noble's CloakA richly embroidered cloak marking the wearer as Hernandian nobility. Requires significant standing with the city's contribution system to acquire.Scarecrow CloakA crude cloak assembled from hay and cloth. Despite its ragged appearance, it helps the wearer remain undetected when standing still.Weasel Leather CloakCrafted from supple weasel hides, this cloak is popular among travelers in the Calphade region for its reliable lightning resistance.

2325 Disguise Cloaks

2426

2527 Several cloaks grant disguise effects that let the player infiltrate hostile or restricted areas without being recognized. Disguises are part of the broader stealth system and complement disguise headgear and body armor:

2628

2729 IconCloakDisguise EffectNotesDemenissian Uniform Leather CloakDemenissian DisguisePart of the Demenissian military disguise set. Combine with Demenissian headgear and body armor for a full disguise.Disguise CloakCivilian DisguiseAllows blending in among common townsfolk. Purchased for 20.88 Silver at the Back Alley Shop.Jack Cloth CloakJackal DisguiseUsed to infiltrate Jackal-controlled areas without raising suspicion.St. Halssius Priest's CloakSt. Halssius DisguiseDisguises the wearer as a priest of St. Halssius. Useful for accessing religious faction zones.

2830 When using a full disguise set, equipping matching cloak, body armor, and headgear from the same faction strengthens the disguise effect. Partial sets still provide some benefit, but enemies will see through them more quickly.

2931

3032 Scarecrow Cloak and Stealth

3133

3234 The Scarecrow Cloak is unique among cloaks because it provides a passive stealth bonus rather than a faction disguise. While wearing the Scarecrow Cloak, the player becomes harder to detect by enemies when standing still. This makes it especially useful for ambush tactics and for avoiding patrols in hostile territory.

3335

3436 The Scarecrow Cloak is one of the cheapest cloaks to craft, requiring only Hay x5 and Cloth Pieces x10. Both materials are widely available early in the game, making it an accessible option for players who want stealth utility without investing significant resources.

3537

3638 Acquisition Methods

3739

3840 Cloaks can be obtained through several channels depending on the specific piece:

3941

4042 Starting Equipment: The Ynitium Leather Cloak comes with Kliff from the start of the game. Damiane begins with the Demenissian Uniform Leather Cloak.Equipment Shops: General equipment merchants in Hernand sell the Canta Plate Cloak and Unyielding Warrior's Plate Cloak for Silver.Tailor Shops: Specialized tailor shops sell cloth cloaks like the Hernandian Banquet Cloak. The Calphade Tailor stocks the Weasel Leather Cloak.Back Alley Shops: The Disguise Cloak is available from a back-alley merchant for 20.88 Silver.Contribution Rewards: The Bolton Plate Cloak, Hernand Ceremonial Guard Cloak, Hernandian Noble's Cloak, and Scholastone Cloak are purchased with Contribution points earned by completing tasks for their respective factions.Crafting: The Delesyian Cloth Cloak, Grey Wolf Cloth Cloak, White Bloodwind Cloth Cloak, Scarecrow Cloak, and Demenissian Uniform Leather Cloak can all be crafted at a workbench using gathered materials.

4143

4244 Crafting Materials

4345

4446 Craftable cloaks require materials gathered through gathering and other activities. The recipes share common ingredients:

4547

4648 IconCloakMaterials RequiredDelesyian Cloth CloakCloth Pieces x10, Fleece x2Demenissian Uniform Leather CloakCloth Pieces x9, Fleece x4Grey Wolf Cloth CloakCloth Pieces x10, Fleece x2Scarecrow CloakHay x5, Cloth Pieces x10White Bloodwind Cloth CloakCloth Pieces x10, Fleece x2

4749 Cloth Pieces and Fleece are the two most common crafting materials for cloaks. Cloth Pieces are obtained from textile merchants or as loot drops, while Fleece comes from sheep and similar livestock found in pastoral areas around Hernand and the surrounding countryside.

4850

4951 Defense Values

5052

51-Cloaks generally provide lower defense than body armor or headgear. The Demenissian Uniform Leather Cloak leads with 4 defense, while several cloth and leather cloaks offer 2 to 3. Some cloaks, particularly basic cloth variants like the Delesyian and Grey Wolf, provide no defense at all. The real value of cloaks comes from their elemental resistance and special effects rather than their physical defense contribution.

53+Cloaks provide elemental resistance alongside different Defense values. The older 4-Defense Demenissian comparison is not a global maximum: the wider list includes Solas Plate Cloak at 18 Defense and Reindeer Cloak at 18 Defense. Some basic cloak comparisons, including Delesyian and Grey Wolf, provide no defense at all. The real value of cloaks comes from their elemental resistance and special effects rather than their physical defense contribution.

5254

53-Defense values listed are base stats before Refinement upgrades. Cloaks with a refinement gauge can be upgraded through 10 levels at the blacksmith, which primarily increases the defense stat. The elemental resistance level does not change through refinement.

55+The Defense comparisons come from different refinement snapshots. Cloaks with a refinement gauge can be upgraded through the listed levels at the blacksmith, which primarily increases the defense stat. The elemental resistance level does not change through refinement.

5456

5557 Refinement

5658

5759 Cloaks with a refinement gauge can be upgraded through 10 levels at the blacksmith in Hernand. Refinement primarily increases the cloak's defense stat. The elemental resistance level does not change through refinement, so a refined cloak simply becomes tougher while maintaining its original resistance value.

5860

5961 Not all cloaks have a refinement gauge. Starting equipment and some craftable cloaks cannot be refined. Check the item details in your inventory to see whether a cloak supports refinement before investing materials.

6062

6163 Matching Armor Sets

6264

6365 Several cloaks belong to named Armor families that span multiple equipment slots. Wearing a complete matching set grants set bonuses that boost specific stats beyond what individual pieces provide. The table below lists every cloak that has at least one matching piece in another slot, along with the other slots covered by that set.

6466

6567 IconCloakSet NameOther Matching PiecesSourceBolton Plate CloakBolton PlateBolton Plate Helm (Head), Bolton Plate Armor (Body)Hernand ContributionCanta Plate CloakCanta PlateCanta Plate Helm (Head), Canta Plate Armor (Body), Canta Plate Gloves (Hands), Canta Plate Boots (Feet)Hernand Equipment ShopDemenissian Uniform Leather CloakDemenissianDemeniss Elite Uniform Leather Armor (Body), Demenissian Uniform Leather Gloves (Hands), Demenissian Elite Boots (Feet)Damiane starting gear / CraftingHernand Ceremonial Guard CloakHernand Ceremonial GuardHernand Ceremonial Guard Armor (Body), Hernand Ceremonial Guard Gloves (Hands), Hernand Ceremonial Guard Boots (Feet)Hernand ContributionScholastone CloakScholastoneScholastone Boots (Feet)Scholastone ContributionUnyielding Warrior's Plate CloakUnyielding Warrior's PlateUnyielding Warrior's Plate Helm (Head), Unyielding Warrior's Plate Armor (Body), Unyielding Warrior's Plate Boots (Feet)Hernand Equipment Shop / BlacksmithWeasel Leather CloakWeaselWeasel Leather Armor (Body)Calphade TailorYnitium Leather CloakYnitium LeatherYnitium Leather Armor (Body), Ynitium Leather Gloves (Hands), Ynitium Leather Boots (Feet)Kliff starting gear

6668 The Canta Plate set is the only armor family where every slot can be purchased from the same vendor. This makes it one of the easiest full sets to assemble early in the game. The Ynitium Leather set comes free with Kliff's starting equipment and covers four of the five slots (missing headgear). The Hernand Ceremonial Guard set covers body, cloak, gloves, and boots through the Hernand Contribution system, but lacks a dedicated helm.

6769

6870 Note that the Bolton set only covers three slots (helm, body, cloak) and the Weasel and Scholastone sets are even more limited. For players looking to maximize set bonuses, the Canta Plate, Demenissian, and Unyielding Warrior's Plate families offer the broadest coverage.

6971

7072 Tips

7173

72-The Demenissian Uniform Leather Cloak provides Lightning Resistance at Lv.3, making it the best cloak for fights against lightning-based enemies and bosses.Craft the Scarecrow Cloak early using Hay and Cloth for a cheap Ice Resistance option with a stealth bonus.Swap cloaks based on the elemental threats in each area. Keep one cloth (ice), one leather (lightning), and one plate (fire) cloak in your inventory for flexibility.Plate cloaks are the only reliable source of fire resistance in the game. Prioritize acquiring one before entering volcanic or fire-themed regions.Contribution-locked cloaks like the Hernand Ceremonial Guard Cloak and Hernandian Noble's Cloak require 19 Contribution each. Focus on completing Hernand tasks if you want these pieces.The Disguise Cloak at 20.88 Silver from the Back Alley Shop is one of the most cost-effective ways to gain a Civilian Disguise for stealth missions.When facing mixed-element bosses, prioritize the resistance that counters their most dangerous attack. A single high-damage fire breath is more threatening than repeated minor ice hits.

74+The Demenissian Uniform Leather Cloak provides Lightning Resistance at Lv.3, making it the best cloak for fights against lightning-based enemies and bosses.Craft the Scarecrow Cloak early using Hay and Cloth for a cheap Ice Resistance option with a stealth bonus.Swap cloaks based on the elemental threats in each area. Keep one cloth (ice), one leather (lightning), and one plate (fire) cloak in your inventory for flexibility.Choose an item with the resistance you need before entering fire-heavy areas. Skyblazer Cloth Cloak is one non-plate example with recorded Fire Resistance Lv.5; plate cloaks are not the only fire-resistance option.Contribution-locked cloaks like the Hernand Ceremonial Guard Cloak and Hernandian Noble's Cloak require 19 Contribution each. Focus on completing Hernand tasks if you want these pieces.The Disguise Cloak at 20.88 Silver from the Back Alley Shop is one of the most cost-effective ways to gain a Civilian Disguise for stealth missions.When facing mixed-element bosses, prioritize the resistance that counters their most dangerous attack. A single high-damage fire breath is more threatening than repeated minor ice hits.

Compare Revisions

Compare Other Revisions