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11Overview22The Courtyard of Precision is an Abyss puzzle located within the Path of Providence chain. It is the fifth puzzle in the sequence and centers on simultaneous target activation using the Focused Shot ability. Players must hit groups of floating blocks at the same time across four segments, two at ground level and two on elevated ring platforms, before activating a gear switch with Force Palm. Completing the puzzle unlocks Lightning Lv. 1, granting each playable character their foundational lightning skill, and awards an Abyss Artifact.44Location and Access66The Courtyard of Precision is part of the Path of Providence, the largest Abyss puzzle chain in Crimson Desert. To reach it, you must progress through the preceding puzzles in this order:99Spire of the Stars (entry point)Sanctorum of InsightSecret Garden (available after completing the Scholastone Institute questline)Vault of VengeanceCourtyard of Precision1111After completing the Vault of Vengeance, you will use a triangle forcefield mechanism to open a bridge leading to the Courtyard of Precision. Upon arrival, activate the fast travel point before proceeding up the stairs into the main puzzle area.1313Prerequisites1515The Courtyard of Precision requires specific abilities and equipment to complete. Make sure you have these ready before entering the puzzle area.1717RequirementDetailsFocused ShotEssential for targeting and hitting multiple blocks simultaneously. For Kliff, this requires leveling both Marksmanship and Focus to Lv. 2 on the Spirit Skill Tree, then spending 1 Abyss Artifact to unlock. For Damiane, Focused Shot is unlocked by default.Bow and ArrowsBring a bow with plenty of arrows. The puzzle requires multiple rounds of simultaneous shots across four segments, so running out of ammunition mid-puzzle forces you to restart or leave to resupply.Force PalmNeeded to activate the final gear switch after all four segments are cleared. This ability is learned earlier in the Abyss progression.Prior PuzzlesYou must complete the Secret Garden and Vault of Vengeance puzzles first. There is no way to skip ahead in the Path of Providence chain.1919Puzzle Mechanics2020The Courtyard of Precision features floating blocks suspended in the air. Some blocks are yellow (inactive) and some are blue (already active). Your goal is to turn all yellow blocks blue by hitting them simultaneously with Focused Shot.2222Using Focused Shot2424Focused Shot allows you to mark multiple targets and fire at all of them at once. While aiming your bow, activate Focus to slow time, then paint each yellow block by hovering over it and pressing RB (Xbox) / R1 (PlayStation). Once all yellow blocks in a group are marked, release aim to fire arrows at every marked target simultaneously. If even one block in a group is missed, the segment will not activate, so take your time and mark every target before releasing.2626Segment Structure2828The puzzle is divided into four segments: two at ground level and two on aerial ring platforms. Each segment contains a cluster of floating blocks that must all be hit at the same time. Segments can be completed in sequence; clearing the ground segments activates an updraft device that provides access to the aerial segments above.3030Of the four target groups around the central pit, one group is pre-activated when you arrive. This means you only need to hit the remaining three ground-level groups before the fan mechanism engages. Pay attention to which pillars are already glowing yellow to avoid wasting arrows on an already-active target.3232Step-by-Step Solution3434Ground Segment 13636After ascending the stairs and entering the courtyard, you will see a group of floating blocks ahead. Some are blue (already active) and some are yellow (targets). Position yourself on the starting platform where the blocks are clearly visible. Aim your bow, activate Focused Shot, and paint each yellow block with RB/R1. Once all yellow blocks in this first group are marked, release aim to fire. The blocks will turn blue upon a successful hit, confirming that the first segment is complete.3838Ground Segment 24040Move to the right side of the courtyard to find the second cluster of floating blocks. For this segment, positioning is critical. Stand in the center of the block formation so that every yellow block is within your field of view. Activate Focused Shot again, carefully paint all yellow blocks, and fire. If any block is missed, the segment will not activate, and you will need to try again. When successful, all blocks in this group will turn blue.4242Aerial Segment 1 (Upper Ring)4444With both ground segments cleared, a circular platform in the center of the courtyard activates as a wind tunnel (updraft). Step onto it to be launched upward into the sky. While airborne, you will see two floating ring structures above. Aim for the upper ring first and land on it. The ring provides stable footing, giving you a steady platform to aim from.4646From the ring, aim your bow, activate Focused Shot, and mark all the floating yellow blocks surrounding this ring. Fire to hit them simultaneously. If successful, the ring will turn blue, confirming that the third segment is complete.4848Tip: It is easier to start your focus aim while ascending on the air current rather than while falling. Begin the Focused Shot activation as you ride up, then mark targets at the apex of your ascent for the best angle on the floating targets.5050Aerial Segment 2 (Lower Ring)5252Ride the updraft again or carefully descend from the upper ring to reach the second, lower ring platform. Land on it and repeat the Focused Shot process: mark all yellow blocks, then fire. When all blocks turn blue, the fourth and final segment is complete.5454Activating the Gear Switch5656With all four segments cleared, drop back down to ground level. A gear switch will now be active to the north side of the courtyard. Approach it and perform a jumping Force Palm (Palm Strike) on the switch to activate the mechanism. This completes the puzzle and triggers the reward sequence.5858Collecting the Abyss Artifact6060After activating the gear switch, proceed toward the tower to the north where a visible beam of light marks the location of the Abyss Artifact. Collect it before leaving the area. This artifact is used to unlock further abilities on the Spirit Skill Tree.6262Rewards6464After hitting all aerial targets, drop back to ground level and use Force Palm on the final device to restore the abyss and complete the island. An abyss artifact is available after completion. The path then leads to the next island, the Altar of Solitude.6666Completing the Courtyard of Precision unlocks Lightning Lv. 1, which grants each playable character their foundational lightning ability:6868RewardCharacterDescriptionLightning SurgeKliffCreates a field of electricity that damages nearby enemies. Area-of-effect lightning skill.Lightning StrikeDamianeDamiane's foundational lightning combat skill.Lightning PulseOongkaOongka's foundational lightning combat skill.Abyss ArtifactAllUsed to unlock further abilities on the Spirit Skill Tree. Collected from the tower after the gear switch activation.7070After earning Lightning Lv. 1, you can spend an additional Abyss Artifact to unlock Imbue Element, which allows you to switch between elements mid-combat using the radial dial on the Axiom Bracelet.7171Tips7373Stock up on arrows beforehand. The puzzle requires multiple volleys of Focused Shot across four segments. Running out of arrows mid-puzzle is a common frustration. Bring more than you think you will need.Precision over speed. Take your time marking every yellow block before firing. A missed block means the entire segment fails to activate, wasting arrows and forcing a retry.Use the ring platforms for stability. During the aerial segments, always land on the ring before attempting Focused Shot. Trying to mark targets while gliding or falling makes accurate targeting much harder.Center yourself for ground segment 2. The second ground cluster requires you to stand in the exact center of the block formation so all yellow blocks are within your field of view. If some blocks are behind you, reposition before activating Focused Shot.Ensure Focused Shot is upgraded. Each level of Focused Shot increases the maximum number of targets you can mark by two (base is 4). If a segment has more blocks than your current capacity, you may need to invest additional points in the skill first.7575Progression7777After completing the Courtyard of Precision, the path forward leads to the Altar of Solitude, the next puzzle in the Path of Providence chain. To reach it, head through the triangle forcefield, use Axiom Force on the precision switch to extend the next skybridge, and cross carefully (the platforms crumble, so move quickly). A circular teleport platform at the end carries you to the Altar of Solitude.7979The full Path of Providence progression is as follows:8181OrderPuzzle AreaKey Reward1Spire of the StarsEntry to the Path of Providence2Sanctorum of InsightAbyss Artifact3Secret GardenAbyss Artifact4Vault of VengeanceAbyss Artifact5Courtyard of PrecisionLightning Lv. 1, Abyss Artifact6Altar of SolitudeAbyss Artifact7Ice CradleAbyss Artifact8383See Also8484Abyss Island Puzzle Solutions (complete guide to all Abyss puzzle areas)Lightning Element (full breakdown of lightning mechanics and skills)Focused Shot (how to unlock and use the multi-target bow ability)Force Palm (switch activation and combat ability)Artifacts and Abyss Fragments (Abyss Artifact locations and uses)Vault of Vengeance (the preceding puzzle in the Path of Providence)Skill Acquisition Guide (Spirit Skill Tree and ability unlocks)
