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Odeck Hardwood Shield
March 26, 2026 at 09:35 AM
Initial version (2026-03-26)
The Odeck Hardwood Shield is a shield in Crimson Desert. crafted from hardwood native to the Odeck region.
It provides a base Defense of 3 alongside Attack Speed Lv. 1 and Movement Speed Lv. 1, giving it a well-rounded stat profile with balanced speed bonuses. The shield is crafted at a Blacksmith after reading the Shields of the World, Vol. II crafting manual. Its hardwood construction makes it lighter than metal shields while still providing reasonable protection for its tier.
Stat | Value |
|---|---|
Type | Shield |
Rarity | Non-Unique |
Defense | 3 |
Attack Speed | Lv. 1 |
Movement Speed | Movement Speed Lv. 1 |
Abyss Core Slots | 2 |
Max Refinement | 10 |
Crafting Manual |
The Odeck Hardwood Shield is crafted at any Blacksmith after reading the Shields of the World, Vol. II crafting manual. This manual can be purchased at the Equipment Shop in Calphade, Hernand. The crafting recipe requires Timber x20 and Fine Timber x5. Timber is widely available from logging spots throughout every region, and Fine Timber can be gathered from higher-quality trees or purchased from material vendors.
The following materials are required to craft the Odeck Hardwood Shield at a Blacksmith:
Timber x20
Fine Timber x5
The Odeck Hardwood Shield has 2 Abyss Core slots, allowing players to customize the shield with passive bonuses. Cores can be socketed or removed through a witch NPC at no cost, making experimentation straightforward. Some recommended cores for this shield include:
Fortification I (Defense +3): A straightforward defense boost that helps compensate for the shield's lower base defense.
Fortitude I (Guard Stamina Consumption -3.0%): Reduces the stamina drained when blocking, making sustained defense more efficient.
Aegis I (Damage Reduction 1.0): Provides flat damage reduction per hit, useful for absorbing chip damage from enemy combos.
The Odeck Hardwood Shield provides a balanced stat spread that suits players who want a bit of everything: moderate defense, slightly faster attacks, and improved mobility. At DEF 3 with dual Lv. 1 speed bonuses, it shares a similar profile with the Bekker Shield (DEF 2, ATK SPD Lv. 1, MOV SPD Lv. 1) but offers one additional point of base defense. Compared to the Dekarr Shield (DEF 3, ATK SPD Lv. 1, no MOV SPD), the Odeck Hardwood Shield adds a Movement Speed bonus at the same defense value, making it a more versatile option. The two Abyss Core slots allow further customization, and refinement at a Blacksmith increases the base defense. For players who have unlocked the Vol. II manual and want a balanced craftable shield, the Odeck Hardwood Shield is a solid all-around pick.
The following table compares the Odeck Hardwood Shield with other shields that have a similar stat profile.
Shield | Defense | ATK Speed | MOV Speed | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Odeck Hardwood Shield | 3 | Lv. 1 | Lv. 1 | Crafted (Shields of the World, Vol. II) |
2 | Lv. 1 | Lv. 1 | Crafted / Quest / Shop | |
5 | Lv. 1 | Lv. 1 | World loot | |
5 | Lv. 1 | Lv. 1 | World loot | |
6 | Lv. 1 | Lv. 1 | Sanctum of Absolution |
The Shields of the World, Vol. II manual is available at the Equipment Shop in Calphade, Hernand. Purchasing it unlocks a second tier of craftable shields with generally better stats than the Vol. 1 options.
With a low base defense, this shield benefits significantly from early refinement levels. Even two or three refinement levels at a Blacksmith add meaningful protection.
If you find a stronger shield, this one can be sold to free up inventory space. Check the Equipment section for other available shields.
Pairing any shield with a fast one-handed sword or dagger creates a balanced loadout where you can block incoming attacks and quickly counterattack between enemy swings.
