Overview
Muskets are a type of ranged weapon in Crimson Desert. Long-barreled firearms developed in Demeniss that deliver precise, powerful shots at long range. Muskets are the standard military firearm of Pywel and represent the cutting edge of gunpowder technology. They reward patient, methodical shooters who value accuracy over rate of fire.
All Muskets
There are 11 muskets currently known in Crimson Desert. The table below lists all of them sorted by grade and attack power.
Image | Name | ATK | Grade | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | Mythic | A masterwork musket that was bestowed upon the hero who saved Demeniss. Precisely crafted with the f... | |
| 13 | Epic | A musket modified to enhance performance. For reasons unknown, Grand General Bastier was lukewarm ab... | |
| 12 | Epic | A musket that embodies the engineering of Marni, the genius engineer. It is the pinnacle of technolo... | |
| 12 | Epic | A musket crafted for the high-ranking officers of an outpost. Demeniss makes no real effort to hide ... | |
| 13 | Rare+ | One of the signature muskets of Demeniss. It embodies a long history and craftsmanship, yet its reli... | |
| 12 | Rare+ | A musket crafted by the Helms, who kidnapped engineers to make it for them. They use technology as a... | |
| 13 | Rare | A musket mass produced using Delesyia's automated facilities. Built by machines without human hands,... | |
| 12 | Rare | A musket used for matches. Designed to prevent the use of large amounts of gunpowder, its lethality ... | |
| 12 | Rare | A musket crafted only in Wells. As Grand General Bastier's power rose, Duke Wells wisely built an in... | |
| 12 | Rare | A musket made in Pailune. Parts and blueprints were brought in from Demeniss, but the weapon was bui... | |
| 12 | Uncommon | A worn musket named after the miserly warrior, Bekker. "His swordsmanship was extraordinary, but it ... |
Musket Grades
Grade | Description |
|---|---|
Mythic | The rarest and most powerful muskets. Often tied to major story events or legendary figures. Extremely difficult to obtain. |
Epic | Strong mid-to-high tier muskets. Available through quests, merchants, and exploration throughout Pywel. |
Rare+ | Above-average weapons sitting between Rare and Epic tiers. Obtained from mid-level quests, specialized merchants, and challenging enemy encounters. |
Rare | Solid mid-game weapons. Easily obtained from merchants, crafting, or basic quest rewards. |
Uncommon | Basic starter weapons. Often the first muskets players encounter. Useful for the opening hours but quickly outclassed. |
Combat Overview
Muskets deal their best damage at long range. Position yourself on elevated ground or behind cover for the safest engagement angle.
The long reload time between shots means every shot counts. Aim carefully and prioritize high-value targets like enemy leaders and ranged threats.
Muskets pair well with traps and defensive abilities that slow approaching enemies, giving you more time to line up additional shots.
In close quarters, consider switching to a sidearm or melee weapon rather than trying to use the musket at point-blank range.
Enhancement
11 of 11 muskets can be enhanced from +0 to +10 through the refining system. Each enhancement level increases the weapon's Attack stat. Higher enhancements require rarer materials, including Bloodstone, Scolecite Ore, and Abyss Artifacts.
See Also
Ranged Weapons - All ranged weapon types
Pistols - Compact Demenissian firearms
Shotguns - Close-range spread weapons
Weapons and Equipment - Full weapons overview
Combat System - Guide to combat mechanics
Refining System - Weapon upgrade guide