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11Overview22334455Duane is a core combatant of the Greymanes in Crimson Desert. He is classified as a World Boss and wields a two-handed sword in combat. Despite the ferocity he shows on the battlefield, Duane possesses a gentle and kind heart. He can be coarse and blunt in speech, but he demonstrates ruthlessness toward wrongdoers and willingly takes on tasks that others refuse.667-Duane serves as one of Kliff's most trusted fighters and a key ally throughout the main story. He is present from the earliest moments of the game and remains a constant companion through the campaign's conclusion. His straightforward personality and unwavering loyalty make him a grounding presence among the Greymanes.7+Duane is one of Kliff's most trusted fighters and a key ally throughout the main story. He is present from the earliest moments of the game and remains a constant companion through the campaign's conclusion. His straightforward personality and unwavering loyalty make him a grounding presence among the Greymanes.8899Personality10101111Duane is defined by the contrast between his battlefield ferocity and his gentle nature off the field. He speaks bluntly and can come across as coarse, but those who know him understand that he cares deeply for his comrades. He shows no mercy to evildoers and is always the first to volunteer for dangerous or unpleasant tasks that others refuse.12121313After letting the mercenary Ludvig escape during the Pailune campaign, Duane recognized his own shortcomings. This failure weighed heavily on him and led to a period of self-reflection. Rather than wallowing in regret, he channeled that experience into a renewed dedication to the reconstruction of Pailune. His willingness to confront his mistakes and grow from them reflects the depth beneath his rough exterior.14141515World Boss Stats16161717The following table lists Duane's base combat stats as a World Boss encounter.18181919StatValueHealth960Attack84Defense100Stamina100Knockout750Fatal52020Equipment21212222Duane equips the following gear during the World Boss encounter. Several pieces bear his name and are part of a matched plate armor set.23232424SlotItemWeaponAshcreed (Two-Hand Sword)HeadDuane's Plate HelmUpperbodyDuane's Plate ArmorCloakDuane's Plate CloakHandDuane's Plate GlovesFootDuane's Plate Boots2525Skills26262727Duane uses the following passive skill during the World Boss encounter.28282929SkillTypeDescriptionBoss Large HumanPassiveA passive ability that governs the behavior and scaling of large human-type boss enemies.3030Location31313232Duane can be found at the following locations across the course of the game:33333434Hills of No Return (initial meeting during the "Unfamiliar Lands" quest, inside the cabin with other Greymane troops)Greymane Camp in Howling HillCapra PastureBeighenPailune CastleSvinholt RanchSilver Wolf MountainBeighen CandleryCalphadeCity of Hernand35353636Quest Appearances37373838Duane appears in a number of main story and faction quests throughout the game.39394040QuestNotesUnfamiliar LandsFirst encounter at Hills of No ReturnReturnGreymanes regroupHope After the DraughtCamp storylineDisturbance at the ArenaArena eventSkilled in ArcheryTraining eventTrust LostMeets with Yann and Oongka at Beighen centerPodium of ResolveBlue Fangs alliance briefingShadows Over PailunePailune liberation campaignReclamationPailune liberationResolutionPailune liberation conclusionThe CounterattackLate-game offensiveThe Final BridgeEndgame questLudvig's WhereaboutsTracking Ludvig after his escapeStrongbox with WheelsFaction questQuarrel on HorsebackRiding with Pride questlineShowdown in the SaddlesHorse race against Duane; rewards 5 Carrots4141Trust Lost424243-In the Trust Lost quest during Chapter 7 (Morning Mist sub-chapter), Duane and Yann are the first comrades to arrive at Beighen's center. Oongka joins them shortly after, and then the group goes to meet Naira and Andrew near a red barn in the northern area. This quest serves as a regrouping moment for the Greymanes before the alliance with Torstein's Blue Fangs.43+In the Trust Lost quest during Chapter 7 (Morning Mist sub-chapter), Duane and Yann are the first comrades to arrive at Beighen's center. Oongka joins them shortly after, and then the group goes to meet Naira and Andrew near a red barn in the northern area. This quest is a regrouping moment for the Greymanes before the alliance with Torstein's Blue Fangs.44444545Showdown in the Saddles46464747The Showdown in the Saddles quest is part of the Riding with Pride faction questline. Duane challenges Kliff to a horse race at Saddlewind Ranch on the border of Hernand and Demeniss. To win, players need to follow the main road, save their horse's stamina, and sprint near the finish line. Duane will try to taunt and distract you during the race. The reward for winning is 5 Carrots.48484949Role50505151As a combatant, Duane serves in the Greymanes' frontline forces. His skill with the two-handed sword makes him a dangerous opponent in battle, while his gentle personality endears him to his comrades during downtime at camp. Duane is associated with three major locations across the story: the City of Hernand, Hernand Castle, and Calphade.52525353See Also54545555The GreymanesGreymane CampWorld BossesHills of No ReturnLudvig - The mercenary who escaped DuanePailune - Region Duane helps rebuild