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Overview

Rainstorm Necklace is an Epic (Tier 4) necklace accessory in Crimson Desert. A blue necklace set with a jewel condensed with the energy of water, it possesses the power to manipulate atmospheric moisture and summon rain on command. Unlike most necklaces that serve as passive stat sticks, the Rainstorm Necklace is a utility item whose real value lies in its active effect rather than its modest stats.

The necklace is obtained as a reward from the Longleaf Tribe quest line, which is part of the broader Paloon faction quest chain. Players must first complete Chapter 7 of the main story to unlock these faction quests. While its 4 Attack stat is unimpressive on its own and it cannot be refined, the Rainstorm Necklace becomes a powerful tool when paired with weather-dependent equipment like the Ring of Lightning.

Stats

Stat	Value
Type	Necklace
Rarity	Epic (Tier 4)
Attack	4
Refinement	Cannot be refined (+0 max)
Active Effect	Rainstorm (summons rain)
Cooldown	3 hours (real-world time)

Rainstorm Effect

The Rainstorm Necklace's defining feature is its active Rainstorm skill. When activated, the necklace triggers a weather change that brings rain to the surrounding area. This effect interacts with Crimson Desert's immersive weather system, meaning the rain does not begin instantly. Instead, clouds gradually gather and the environment shifts over time, creating a natural-looking transition.

Timing

After using the Rainstorm skill, there is a delay of roughly 90 seconds to 2 minutes before rain actually begins. The exact timing varies depending on your location and the current weather conditions. Once the rain starts, it lasts for approximately 5 minutes of real-world time. The necklace has a 3-hour cooldown measured in real-world time. Resting at a campfire or sleeping at an inn does not reset this cooldown, so players should plan their usage carefully.

Mechanics Summary

Property	Detail
Activation Delay	~90 seconds to 2 minutes
Rain Duration	~5 minutes (real-world time)
Cooldown	3 hours (real-world time)
Cooldown Reset	Not affected by resting or sleeping
Equip Requirement	Must be equipped to activate; can be swapped off immediately after

How to Obtain

The Rainstorm Necklace is a quest reward from the Longleaf Tribe faction within the Paloon militia quest line. Reaching this quest requires completing a lengthy chain of faction quests that only become available after finishing Chapter 7 of the main story. Below is the full quest progression required to earn this necklace.

Prerequisites

Complete Chapter 7 of the main story. This unlocks the Paloon faction quests, which include multiple sub-factions and bounty hunts.

Quest Chain

"Dark Shadow Engulfing the Fort" - Clear the fort and defeat the boss to begin the Paloon militia quest line.
"Crossroads of Succession" - Complete all 9 quests in this series. These involve clearing fortresses and defeating multiple bosses across the Paloon region.
"Bloodied Path" - A bounty quest targeting Blood Walker Cruis, a gimmick boss. Use Force Palm to fill his stagger bar, then attack his exposed core when he collapses. Repeat until defeated. Completing this bounty rewards the Crossroads Necklace.
"Nest of White Feathers" - Fight the legendary harpy boss Queen of the Skies. This is a flying boss, so ranged attacks are essential. Use arrows and bow skills to bring her down effectively.
Unlock the Skog Horn Tribe - Completing "Nest of White Feathers" unlocks a new sub-faction within the Paloon militia.
"Soul Shepherd" quest line - Complete the two quests in this chain for the Skog Horn Tribe. The quest line includes a memorable boss fight where fire-based attacks are particularly effective.
Clear Ridge Hunter Tannery - An outpost located northwest of Wayward Woods. Clear all enemies in the tannery to progress.
Unlock the Longleaf Tribe - After clearing the tannery, the Longleaf Tribe faction quests become available nearby.
"Forest Ground in Mud" - The final bounty quest, targeting Mud Walker Ludimir. This fight uses the same gimmick as Blood Walker Cruis: use Force Palm to fill the stagger bar, then attack when he is down. Ludimir drops a core used in Kuku Pot crafting. Completing this quest rewards the Rainstorm Necklace.

Synergy with Ring of Lightning

The Rainstorm Necklace's greatest strength is its synergy with the Ring of Lightning. The Ring of Lightning passively charges while it is raining, gaining one charge approximately every 2 minutes. Since the Rainstorm effect lasts about 5 minutes, a single activation of the necklace allows the Ring of Lightning to charge twice during one rainstorm.

Rain also reduces the lightning resistance of enemies who become wet, making all lightning-based attacks more effective during a rainstorm. This means the Ring of Lightning's charges hit harder while it's raining, creating a double benefit: you gain more charges and each charge deals increased damage.

Usage Tips

Swap strategy: You do not need to keep the Rainstorm Necklace equipped permanently. Equip it, activate the Rainstorm skill, and then immediately swap back to your main necklace (such as a critical rate necklace). The rain will still arrive after the delay even though the necklace is no longer equipped.
Plan around the cooldown: With a 3-hour real-world cooldown that cannot be skipped by resting, treat each activation as a strategic decision. Save it for boss fights, tough bounty targets, or situations where the Ring of Lightning synergy can make a real difference.
Account for the delay: Since rain takes 90 seconds to 2 minutes to begin, activate the necklace before you engage a tough fight rather than during it. Trigger the effect while approaching a boss arena or before initiating a bounty hunt.
Maximize Ring of Lightning charges: If you are using the Ring of Lightning, activate the Rainstorm Necklace and wait for rain to start before entering combat. This ensures you get the full 5 minutes of rain and both lightning charges.
Low stats are irrelevant: The 4 Attack stat and inability to refine may seem like drawbacks, but the necklace is not meant to be worn full-time. Its value comes entirely from the Rainstorm active effect, which works even after swapping to a different necklace.

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