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33 First Step to Rebuilding is the 31st main quest in Crimson Desert. Marquis Alan Serkis rewards the Greymanes for resolving the Goldleaf Merchant Guild situation by granting them a settlement at Howling Hill. This quest also introduces Damiane Spencer as a playable character, unlocks the Greymane Camp, and grants the mount Brianto.
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88 DetailInfoChapterChapter 3: Howling HillSub-ChapterHomesteadQuest Number31st Main QuestQuest TypeMain Quest (Narrative / Exploration)Quest GiverMarquis Alan SerkisPrevious QuestOld FriendNext QuestA Fresh StartLocationOakenshield Manor (City of Hernand), then Howling HillRegionHernandKey NPCsMarquis Alan Serkis, Marshal Barden Middler, Damiane SpencerEnemiesNone
99 Walkthrough
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1111 Speak with Marquis Serkis
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1313 Travel to Oakenshield Manor in the City of Hernand. A giant guard stands outside the building. Approach him to trigger a cutscene where Marquis Alan Serkis thanks Kliff for handling the Goldleaf Merchant Guild situation and offers Howling Hill as a base for the Greymanes. Serkis formally establishes alliances with both House Serkis and House Celeste, granting the Greymanes political legitimacy in the region.
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1515 Find the Memory Fragment (Optional)
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1717 Before leaving the manor, equip your lantern and point it at the western end of the long table. A Memory Fragment is hidden here. In this memory, you will see a discussion between Leister and Alan Serkis about the reward decision and the politics behind granting the Greymanes their settlement. This is an optional collectible that adds context to the alliance.
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1919 Follow the Soldier
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2121 Exit the manor. A soldier will begin walking ahead of you toward the southeast. Follow him on foot until he mounts a horse. Call your mount and ride behind the soldier as he leads you to Howling Hill. During the ride, the soldier provides some exposition about the city's gratitude and mentions that the Goldleaf Merchant Guild under Shakatu's new leadership is working to rebuild trust with the people.
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2323 Arrive at Howling Hill
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2525 Dismount at Howling Hill and approach the group gathered at the campsite. Marshal Barden Middler introduces himself and presents Damiane Spencer, who is seeking temporary refuge due to personal troubles in Demeniss. Damiane becomes a playable character after this cutscene, bringing her own unique combat style to the roster.
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2727 Rewards
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2929 RewardDetailsCamp SuppliesStarting resources for the Greymane CampDamiane SpencerUnlocked as a playable character with her own combat style and questlinesMount: BriantoAdded to your stable automatically after the quest completesGreymane CampHome base for the rest of Chapter 3 and beyondFormal Alliance with House SerkisPolitical legitimacy and trade benefits in HernandFormal Alliance with House CelesteAdditional political backing from a second noble house
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3232 The Memory Fragment at the manor table is easy to miss. Use your lantern (L1/LB) to spot it before leaving Oakenshield Manor. It will not be available to collect later.Damiane has her own combat style and dedicated questlines that become available later in the game. Experiment with her abilities when you get the chance.This quest formally establishes the Greymane Camp, which is your home base for the rest of Chapter 3 and beyond. All camp management features unlock from this point.The mount Brianto is a solid early horse. Check your stable to see its stats after the quest completes.The alliance with House Serkis and House Celeste has practical implications for reputation and trade throughout the Hernand region.