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11 Overview
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33 Frostclaw Cave is a Waterside Cave hidden behind a waterfall in the western Hernand region of Crimson Desert. Tucked away between claw-like cliffs near the waterfall of Everfrost, this small cave is described as a place only the strong can reach. Despite its ominous reputation, Frostclaw Cave contains no enemies and serves purely as a loot location with several valuable rewards.
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55 The cave's most notable treasure is the Plate Boots of the Shadows, a piece of the Shadow Armor set. Alongside the boots, explorers can find vendor collectibles worth a combined total of roughly 87 silver, a full health restoration consumable, and a heavy defensive headpiece. Frostclaw Cave is an excellent stop during early-to-mid game exploration of Hernand.
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77 Location
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1010 Frostclaw Cave is located in western Hernand, north of the Scholasta Institute. The nearest fast travel point is the Secluded Cabin, which sits to the northeast of the cave. From the Secluded Cabin, head southwest through rugged, downward-sloping terrain until you reach a large waterfall located between tall stone walls and rocky formations along the southwest river in Hernand.
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1212 On the world map, the cave sits beneath the "Hernand" label along the southwest river. Look for a waterfall flanked by claw-shaped rock formations. Stacked stones near the base of the waterfall serve as an indicator that a cave entrance lies behind it.
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1414 How to Enter
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1616 Like other waterside caves in Crimson Desert, Frostclaw Cave requires the Stab ability to enter. The Stab ability is unlocked by default for all three playable characters (Kliff, Damiane, and Oongka), so no ability unlocks or story progression are needed.
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1818 To enter the cave, follow these steps:
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2020 Travel to the waterfall in southwest Hernand (southwest of the Secluded Cabin).Stand on the platform directly in front of the waterfall.Activate the Stab ability (R1 + Triangle on PlayStation, RB + Y on Xbox) to pierce through the water barrier.Proceed through the narrow passage behind the waterfall into the main chamber.
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2222 The passage behind the waterfall is linear and straightforward. There are no branching paths or hidden side rooms to worry about.
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2424 Loot and Rewards
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2626 Frostclaw Cave contains a treasure chest and several pickups scattered throughout the chamber. The following items can be found inside:
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2828 Equipment
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3030 ItemTypeDetailsPlate Boots of the ShadowsFootwearDEF 7, ATK 16. Part of the Shadow Armor set. Abyss Gear bonuses: +10% Skill EXP Gain, +2.0% Climb Speed Multiplier.Parasis Plate HelmHeadgearHeavy defensive headpiece. Provides solid protection for early-to-mid game exploration.
3131 Collectibles and Consumables
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3333 ItemTypeSell ValueGolden CarafeCollectible~48 silverOrnate Silver Conical JarCollectible~20 silverWater Bottle of the AgonizedCollectible~19 silverRefined Palmar PillConsumableCannot be sold. Restores full health when used.
3434 The three collectible items (Golden Carafe, Ornate Silver Conical Jar, and Water Bottle of the Agonized) are vendor items with no gameplay use beyond selling them for silver. Together they are worth approximately 87 silver, making the cave a decent source of income for players exploring Hernand early on.
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3636 Plate Boots of the Shadows
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3838 The Plate Boots of the Shadows are the primary reason most players seek out Frostclaw Cave. These boots are part of the Armor of the Shadows set, one of the strongest armor sets in the game. The full Shadow Armor set also includes the Plate Armor of the Shadows (chest piece) and a cloak component, each found at separate locations.
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4040 Stats
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4242 StatValueDEF7ATK16ATK SPD0MV SPD0CRIT0LGT RES0ICE RES0FIRE RES0
4343 Abyss Gear Bonuses
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4545 When equipped as Abyss Gear, the Plate Boots of the Shadows provide the following bonuses:
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4747 +10% Skill EXP Gain: accelerates skill leveling, making this a strong pick for players who want to unlock and upgrade abilities faster.+2.0% Climb Speed Multiplier: a useful quality-of-life bonus for exploration-heavy playstyles, especially in mountainous terrain throughout Hernand and beyond.
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5151 The Stab ability is available from the start of the game for all characters, so you can visit Frostclaw Cave as soon as you have access to western Hernand.Clear some inventory space before entering. The cave has six items to pick up, and you do not want to leave anything behind.There are no enemies inside the cave, so you do not need to prepare healing items or repair your equipment before entering.Sell the Golden Carafe, Ornate Silver Conical Jar, and Water Bottle of the Agonized at any vendor for a quick 87 silver.If you are collecting the full Shadow Armor set, the Plate Armor of the Shadows (chest piece) is found at a different location. Check the Armor of the Shadows article for the complete set.Keep an eye out for other waterside caves hidden behind waterfalls throughout Pywel. Stacked stones near a waterfall's base are a reliable indicator that a cave entrance is behind it.