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11 Overview
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55 Fortitude I is a standard passive Abyss Core in Crimson Desert. It fits into shields, gloves, and footwear, allowing players to stack the effect across multiple equipment pieces for more efficient blocking.
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77 Guard stamina management is critical in Crimson Desert's combat system, especially during prolonged encounters with bosses that chain multiple attacks. Reducing the stamina drain from blocking means players can hold their guard longer before needing to dodge or disengage, which opens up more opportunities for counterattacks.
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99 Properties
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1111 PropertyValueNameFortitude ITypePassive (always active)TierStandardEffectGuard Stamina Cost -3.0%Compatible GearShields, Gloves, Footwear
1212 How to Obtain
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1414 Purchased from Witch merchants. Can also be found in supply chests near shield-heavy enemy encampments.
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1616 Standard Abyss Cores like Fortitude I can be acquired from Witches who serve as merchants at various camps and settlements across the world. Check with any Witch merchant when you visit a new area, as their inventory may include this core.
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1818 Usage and Strategy
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2020 Socket Fortitude I into any compatible equipment piece (Shields, Gloves, Footwear) to gain its Guard Stamina Cost -3.0% bonus. The effect is always active as long as the core remains socketed and the equipment is worn.
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2222 Tips
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2424 Stacking Fortitude I across all three compatible slots reduces guard cost by 9%, which can be the difference between maintaining your guard through a boss combo or having it broken.This core is particularly valuable for shield builds and any playstyle that relies on timed blocks and parries.
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2626 See Also
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2828 Abyss Core - Overview of the Abyss Core systemAbyss Cores - Complete list of all Abyss CoresBest Abyss Cores - Tier list and recommendationsSealed Abyss Artifacts - Challenge locations for unique coresAbyss Gear - Abyss-infused equipment overview