Overview
Shotguns are a type of ranged weapon in Crimson Desert. Close-to-medium range firearms that fire a spread of projectiles, dealing devastating damage at short distances. Shotguns are often equipped with axe blades for melee follow-ups, making them versatile hybrid weapons favored by aggressive fighters who like to get up close.
All Shotguns
There are 8 shotguns currently known in Crimson Desert. The table below lists all of them sorted by grade and attack power.
Image | Name | ATK | Grade | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Rare+ | A shotgun as menacing as its massive barrel. The wisest way to deal with desert raiders is to avoid ... | |
| 14 | Rare+ | A shotgun made in Pailune. Parts and blueprints were brought in from Demeniss, but the weapon was bu... | |
| 13 | Rare+ | A shotgun with a simple appearance. However, unlike the plain exterior, it was elaborately crafted w... | |
| 15 | Rare | The shotgun used by Walter Lanford, the leader of the Bleed Bandits. The red barrel and golden axe b... | |
| 14 | Rare | A shotgun mass-produced in Delesyia's automated facilities. Built by machines without human hands, i... | |
| 13 | Rare | A shotgun crafted by a technician of the Bleed Bandits. When Walter Lanford, the leader of them, ord... | |
| 15 | Uncommon | A Calphade shotgun designed for mass production. After the Calphade Gunpowder Mill was established, ... | |
| 14 | Uncommon | A heavy shotgun fitted with a huge, rough axe. It was designed for the Calphade warriors who charge ... |
Shotgun Grades
Grade | Description |
|---|---|
Mythic | The rarest and most powerful shotguns. Often tied to major story events or legendary figures. Extremely difficult to obtain. |
Epic | Strong mid-to-high tier shotguns. 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 shotguns players encounter. Useful for the opening hours but quickly outclassed. |
Combat Overview
Shotguns deal maximum damage at close range where all pellets connect. Close the distance quickly before firing for best results.
Many shotguns feature an attached melee blade, allowing you to combo a blast with a follow-up swing for devastating burst damage.
Shotguns are excellent for staggering enemies and breaking guards at close range due to the high impact of their spread shot.
In group fights, position yourself to line up multiple enemies in the spread pattern for efficient crowd clearing.
Enhancement
8 of 8 shotguns 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
Muskets - Long-range firearms
Pistols - Compact sidearms
Weapons and Equipment - Full weapons overview
Combat System - Guide to combat mechanics
Refining System - Weapon upgrade guide