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11Overview22Sealed Abyss Artifacts are collectible items scattered across the continent of Pywel in Crimson Desert. Described in the game's lore as fragments of the Abyss that fell from the skies, these small polygonal cubes sit on stone altars and roadside shrines throughout the open world. There are 141 total Sealed Abyss Artifacts in the game, and collecting every single one is required for 100% completion, the Platinum trophy on PlayStation, and 1000 Gamerscore on Xbox.44Each Sealed Abyss Artifact is tied directly to a specific Challenge entry in the Challenges menu. Challenge progress only starts counting after you pick up the associated artifact, so collecting them early is strongly recommended. The artifacts cover three major categories: Mastery, Combat, and Life. Completing every challenge across all categories is necessary for the full set of trophies and achievements.66How Sealed Abyss Artifacts Work88When you pick up a Sealed Abyss Artifact, it enters your inventory in a locked state. You cannot spend it until you complete the specific challenge printed in its description. Hover over any sealed artifact in your inventory to read what needs to be done. Common unlock requirements include reaching a weapon mastery level, defeating a certain number of enemies with a particular weapon type, performing traversal feats, completing life skill tasks, or finishing specific quests.1010Once the condition is met, the artifact unseals automatically. Unsealed artifacts come in three forms:1212Reward TypeDescriptionUsageAbyss ArtifactThe most common reward. Grants one Skill Point immediately upon unsealing.Spend in the Abyss Skill Tree to unlock or rank up abilities, or invest into Health, Spirit, or Stamina.Faded Abyss ArtifactA rare respec currency. Much less common than regular Abyss Artifacts.Consuming one resets your entire Skill Tree, allowing full reallocation of all previously spent skill points.Abyss GearA rune-like enhancement item. Some sealed artifacts award these instead of skill points.Slot into weapons and armor at a Blacksmith or through the equipment menu to provide stat bonuses.1414To spend regular Abyss Artifacts as skill points, open the progression menu and navigate to the Abyss Skill Tree. The tree is split into three color-coded branches: Blue (Stamina), Green (Spirit), and Red (Health). Each upgrade costs one artifact. Abyss Gear items can be managed through the equipment screen, where you slot them into available gear sockets. You can also visit the Witch NPC to manage and attach ability cores to your gear.1515How to Find Sealed Abyss Artifacts1717Sealed Abyss Artifacts are not marked on the main world map. They only appear as purple icons on the minimap when you get close to one. Every artifact is positioned along a road, path, or intersection. You will never find one buried deep in the wilderness or hidden inside a dungeon.1919The most reliable detection method is the Guiding Light ability. When activated, your sword emits a blue glimmer that points in the direction of any nearby artifact. This works even before the purple minimap icon becomes visible, giving you a head start on locating them. The controls are:2121PlatformInputPlayStationL1 + R1XboxLB + RBPCCTRL + Left Click2323Press the Guiding Light input every few seconds while riding along roads to sweep for nearby artifacts. You can also hold up a Lantern at night, which causes Sealed Abyss Artifacts to emit a faint white light from a distance, making them easier to spot in dark environments.2424Recommended Collection Strategy2626Unfog the entire map first. Activate all 8 hidden bells scattered across Pywel. Ringing each bell reveals a large section of the world map, including road outlines. Since every artifact sits on a road, this makes finding them dramatically easier.Grab fast travel points along the way. While activating the bells, interact with every Abyss Nexus (fast travel point) you pass. This lets you return to each region quickly during your collection sweep.Work through one region at a time. The five regions are Hernand, Demeniss, Pailune, Delesyia, and the Crimson Desert. Follow every road systematically within each region before moving on.Collect early, not late. Most challenge progress does not count retroactively. If you defeat 50 enemies with a sword before finding the Sword 1 artifact, those kills will not count. The counter starts from zero when you pick up the artifact. Some cumulative challenges (like total distance traveled) are exceptions, but most are not.Travel by horse. Horseback travel is the fastest way to cover ground between artifact locations. Keep your horse well-fed and rested for maximum speed.Combine with other collectibles. While following roads, keep an eye out for Abyss Cressets, hidden chests, and ancient tablets nearby.2828Challenge Categories3030Every Sealed Abyss Artifact belongs to one of three major categories that match the structure of the Challenges menu. Understanding which category an artifact belongs to helps you plan your collection route and prioritize the challenges you want to complete first.3232Mastery Challenges3434Mastery Challenges test your proficiency with each of Crimson Desert's weapon types and horse combat. Each weapon category has its own set of sealed artifacts with escalating difficulty.3636CategoryArtifactsExample RequirementsSword6Reach Sword Mastery levels, defeat enemies within time limitsShield6Block arrows, parry attacks, defeat enemies without taking damageSpear5Land counterattacks, stab enemies within time limitsTwo-Handed Weapon6Knock back enemies, defeat groups with greatswordsBow6Defeat enemies with arrows, use three bow attack typesCannon5Defeat multiple enemies using hand cannonsRapier and Shield5Perform rapier combos, fight as DamianeGun5Defeat enemies using firearmsSpecial Equipment10Use Flamespitter, Knuckledrill, Lightning Spear, Bismuth Spear, and moreHorse10Mounted combat, horseback activities3838Combat Challenges3939Combat Challenges focus on performance in fights, large-scale battles, and military engagements. There are three subcategories:4141SubcategoryArtifactsFocusTraining10Combat technique practice, acrobatics, pole vaulting, rope walkingBattle10Large-scale battles, sieges, group combat encountersOperations10Tactical missions, assassinations, coordinated assaults4343Life Challenges4444Life Challenges cover non-combat activities and the various life skills available throughout Pywel:4646SubcategoryArtifactsFocusHunting11Hunting animals, tracking prey, ecosystem knowledgeLife12Pet ownership, resource gathering, cave exploration, herb gatheringTrade5Trading goods between towns and merchant activitiesAbove the Law10Outlaw activities, stealth, theft, piracyChallenges and Changes9Story-related accomplishments, card game wins, miscellaneous feats4848Artifacts by Region Summary4949The 141 Sealed Abyss Artifacts are distributed unevenly across the five major regions of Pywel. The starting region of Hernand has the highest concentration, while the later regions spread artifacts more thinly along their road networks. The table below shows the documented count per region. Note that 134 of 141 artifacts have been confirmed and mapped by the community so far; the remaining 7 are believed to be distributed across the later regions.5151RegionDocumented ArtifactsKey LandmarksHernand41Hernand Castle, Goldleaf Trading Post, Calphade, Embernest Beacon, Fort Warspike, Kilnden WorkshopDemeniss26Stonewell Farm, Ironwood Farm, Reventine Monastery, Spire of Clockwork, Thornbriar FortressPailune16Pailune Town, Skoghorn, Torvak Camp, River Breeze Hearth, Svinholt RanchDelesyia25Delesyia South Gate, Windrose Farm, Redfox Trading Post, Chittering Forest, Fort WindridgeCrimson Desert25+Tommaso, Well of Reflection, Isvatu Fortress, Arcosa, Varnia, Crimson Mountains Fortress5353Hernand Region5454The Hernand region is the starting area and contains the highest concentration of Sealed Abyss Artifacts in the entire game. With over 40 artifacts documented, the roads around Hernand Castle, Goldleaf Trading Post, Calphade, the northern watchtowers, Fort Warspike, and the surrounding farmlands are packed with collectibles. Most players will find their first artifact shortly after leaving Hernand Town during the early chapters of the story. The Hernand region also encompasses sub-areas like Meandering Hills, Rocca's Hill, the Mountain of Frozen Souls, and the Deepfog Basin, all of which contain artifacts along their road networks.5656Mastery Artifacts (Hernand)5858ChallengeArtifact NameLocationSword 1Sword of Trials IOn the road heading north from Hernand Castle, just before crossing the great bridge at Three Saints' FallsSword 2Sword of Trials IIAt a wooden shrine south of the Spire of InsightSword 3Sword of Trials IIIAt the road intersection near Goldleaf TradepostSword 4Sword of Trials IVOn the road northwest of Kilnden WorkshopShield 1Shield of Unchanging Will IAt the second intersection north of Hernand Royal Trading Post, beside the road toward Meandering HillsShield 2Shield of Unchanging Will IIOn the road directly north of Kharonso, in the Scholastone areaShield 3On the road southeast of the Sanctum of BenedictionShield 4Shield of Unchanging Will IVAt the intersection directly east of Embernest Beacon, near the tree at the three-point crossing on Rocca's HillShield 6On the road heading west from Calphade South GateSpear 2Sharpened Spear IIAt the Red Greymane Nas River Shrine, southeast of Hernand CastleSpear 3Sharpened Spear IIIAt the intersection immediately west of Hook Rapids Hearth, near Karin QuarrySpear 5Sharpened Spear VAt the intersection west of Bradenfern FarmTwo-Handed 1On the road directly west of Drakesfall WatchtowerTwo-Handed 3On the road south of the Hernandian RuinsTwo-Handed 4On the road southeast of Fort PerwinBow 1Bow Aimed at Fate IAt the intersection directly west of Glenbright FarmBow 2On the north side of the road, southeast of Claphade OutpostHorse 4Harmonious Hooves IVOn the forest road north of Sunset Valley, in the Mountain of Frozen Souls areaHorse 7At the third intersection directly west of The Ironwood text on the mapGun 5At the intersection northwest of the Ruined Chapel, in the Steel Mountains areaRapier and Shield 1Dancing Blade, Shining Shield IOn the road directly south of Meshley Trapsmith, near the Witchwoods6060Combat Artifacts (Hernand)6161ChallengeArtifact NameLocationTraining 1Steel Grip Against the ChestOn the east side of the road, northeast of PororinTraining 3Sliding down the SlopeAt the intersection west of Bloomwood RanchTraining 4Rainbow Across the SkyAt the end of the short road leading up the cliffs from Fort Warspike, in the Everfrost areaTraining 5Keeping Balance on the WindOn the road slightly west of Unicorn Cliff, along the Nas RiversideBattle 6Into the BarrageAt the second intersection north of Calphade OutpostBattle 7Desperate RescueOn the road heading southwest from Reedfield Graves, in the Mountain of Frozen SoulsBattle 10Bare CourageAt the intersection south of the Sanctum of PenitenceOperations 4Judgment of the StormUp the hill west of North Hernand WatchtowerOperations 6Touch of DarknessOn the north side of the road directly northeast of Vilkom OutpostOperations 7DisruptionNear the river shrine directly west of Roothold6363Life Artifacts (Hernand)6464ChallengeArtifact NameLocationHunting 1Feather of the EarthOn the south side of the road, directly northwest of Karin Quarry Rest AreaLife 3Animal MeatOn the northern main path at The Sage's PeakLife 8EquipmentAt the forest edge road north of Sunset Valley, near the Mountain of Frozen SoulsLife 15End of the ShadowNear the river at The Sage's PeakAbove the Law 1Night of the Silent Banner PikeAt the intersection directly east of Halssius Apothecary, by Anvil Riverside TerraceAbove the Law 2The Herder's LamentOn the road heading northwest from Torchlight Beacon, on Haunted HillAbove the Law 3The Vanished WagonOn the road northeast of Calphade Beacon, in the Deepfog BasinAbove the Law 6Worth Its WeightOn the road west of Calphade FarmhouseAbove the Law 8TrespassingAt a wooden shrine on the west side of the road near VelluaChallenges and Changes 1Abyssal Star That Cleaves the HeavensAt the intersection by Goldleaf Trading Post, directly south of the 'A' in HERNAND on the mapChallenges and Changes 3Under the Ashen Banner PikeAt the intersection northwest of Phoniel Ranch, in the Alfonso EstateChallenges and Changes 9Spot the Trickery in DuoAt the intersection directly northwest of Wild Raiders Camp6666Demeniss Region6767The Demeniss region lies to the east of Hernand and is home to the Kingdom of Demeniss. With around 26 documented artifacts, this region has the second-highest concentration after Hernand. Artifacts are spread along the roads connecting Stonewell Farm, Ironwood Farm, the Spire of Clockwork, Reventine Monastery, Thornbriar Fortress, and the southern court area. The Demeniss region also features several roads that wind through steep terrain, so watch for artifacts on cliff-side paths near the Bloodsteel South Gate and Scorchrock Castle.6969Mastery Artifacts (Demeniss)7171ChallengeArtifact NameLocationHorse 1Harmonious Hooves IAt the four-way intersection southwest of Stonewell FarmHorse 2At the intersection northeast of St. Halssius's House of HealingHorse 3At the intersection east of Ironwood FarmHorse 6At the intersection east of Church of West DemenissSword 5Sword of Trials VAt the intersection south of Reventine MonasterySword 6On the path directly south of Jijeong TempleSpear 4At the intersection directly west of Flame Knight's CastleTwo-Handed 2At the intersection southwest of Golden Gallop RacecourseRapier and Shield 3On the road south of Ironwood FarmhouseRapier and Shield 5On the road southwest of the Spire of ClockworkCannon 2On the road northwest of Silvermoon TradehouseSpecial Equipment 7Gale ShieldAt the intersection northwest of Demeniss BarracksSpecial Equipment 9Shotgun ShieldAt the shrine intersection northeast of Ironbarrel Armory7373Combat Artifacts (Demeniss)7474ChallengeArtifact NameLocationTraining 2Stepping on CloudsAt the Bloodsteel South GateTraining 6Clash of a ProtectorAt the intersection directly north of Hayroof FarmOperation 8GunshotAt a wooden shrine directly north of Scorchrock Castle7676Life Artifacts (Demeniss)7777ChallengeArtifact NameLocationHunting 5A Will Harder than RockOn the road west of Burnhand QuarryHunting 6Small PredatorAt the intersection northeast of the Southern CourtHunting 9Pine BroomOn the road south of Thornbriar Guard PostLife 2Crystals in the VeinsOn the road north of Burnhand QuarryLife 6The Underwater EcosystemAt the intersection west of Demeniss Sentry CampShield 5On the road through the middle of Demeniss townTrade 3Mysterious Accessory ShopAt the intersection south of Demeniss CastleAbove the Law 9The Dark Pilgrim Who Stole the EmberOn a ledge outside the south entrance of Thornbriar FortressChallenges and Changes 4Return of the GreymaneOn the cliff east of Thornbriar FortressChallenges and Changes 7Duo Win StreakOn the road east of the Spire of Clockwork7979Pailune Region8080The Pailune region is a mountainous northern area known for its harsh terrain and remote settlements. With around 16 documented artifacts, Pailune has fewer artifacts than the southern regions but they are spread across a wide area. Key landmark roads near Pailune town, Skoghorn, Torvak Camp, River Breeze Hearth, and Svinholt Ranch are the primary collection routes. Be sure to check branching side roads in the mountain passes, as several artifacts hide on short dead-end paths.8282Mastery Artifacts (Pailune)8484ChallengeArtifact NameLocationTwo-Handed 5On the road heading south from SkoghornTwo-Handed 6At the intersection immediately southwest of Torvak CampBow 6On the road northeast of Ridgepath PostHorse 8On the road inside Ridgehunter Tannery (requires clearing enemies first)Special Equipment 5Bismuth SpearAt the wooden shrine intersection west of Svinholt RanchSpecial Equipment 10Vessel of Dark DescentOn the road directly north of Totemfelt8686Combat Artifacts (Pailune)8787ChallengeArtifact NameLocationOperations 3End of ShadowAlong the road northwest of River Breeze HearthTraining 10On a Storm of BeastsAt the wooden shrine intersection north of Odeck FloodgateBattle 8Judgment Cast Upon the SleepingAt the intersection east of Camp Bjornlund8989Life Artifacts (Pailune)9090ChallengeArtifact NameLocationTrade 1Traveler with Oak BarrelsAt a road crossing in the center of Pailune townLife 1Between Herbs and PoisonsOn the road north of SkallcoveLife 3Animal MeatOn the road west of The Ancient RiftLife 4Tiny Citizens of GrasslandAt the wooden shrine intersection north of Beast Hunter's CampLife 12Cave Exploration LogOn the road northeast of Whisperleaf FortressHunting 4Mystical EcosystemAt the wooden shrine intersection west of Pailune FloodgateAbove the Law 4Back Alley CleanupOn the road west of Camp Bjornlund9292Delesyia Region9393The Delesyia region occupies the western portion of the map and is characterized by its rolling farmlands, coastal areas, and the heavily industrialized districts around Delesyia proper. With around 25 documented artifacts, this region has a strong mix of mastery, combat, and life challenge types. Key collection areas include the Delesyia South Gate, Windrose Farm, Redfox Trading Post, Chittering Forest, Fort Windridge, and the coastline near Sweetbloom Plantation.9595Mastery Artifacts (Delesyia)9797ChallengeArtifact NameLocationCannon 1On the road immediately west of Redfox Trading PostCannon 3At the intersection southeast of Sweetbloom PlantationCannon 4On the road heading south from Windrose FarmRapier and Shield 4On the road northwest from Fort WindridgeHorse 9At the intersection west of Steelspike ArmorySpecial Equipment 6Lightning Bolt Plate ArmorOn the road south of Marni's Laboratorium GateSpecial Equipment 8Marni Laser HelmAt the intersection north of the Sanctum of Devotion9999Combat Artifacts (Delesyia)100100ChallengeArtifact NameLocationTraining 7Tornado of SteelAt the intersection directly north of Dewhaven Logging CampTraining 8Like a Butterfly, Like a StormOn the road east of Coast Windmill WatchtowerBattle 2FlashAt the intersection east of Sanctum of VenerationBattle 5Single Spark, Seven StrikesAt the intersection southeast of Chittering Forest Ironcrawler StationBattle 9Giant WindmillAt the intersection west of Aeronautical Research BaseOperations 5Seeds of DiscordAt the intersection north of Delesyia South GateOperation 1Waves of LightingAt the intersection south of Gate to AdvancementOperation 10Dirge Beyond the BorderOn the west side of the bridge southwest of Timberton102102Life Artifacts (Delesyia)103103ChallengeArtifact NameLocationHunting 2Wild ShowdownOn the road south of Marni's OutpostLife 9PetsOn the road directly east of Delesyia South GateLife 10The Fruit of PatienceAt the intersection south of Coast Windmill WatchtowerLife 11Bounty of MeadowsOn the west side of the road south of Silverbrook RuinsTrade 5Magnate of the Golden DesertOn the road immediately east of Western OutpostAbove the Law 10The Crow's Crown and the Last ChivalrySouth of Masterium Northeast GateChallenges and Changes 2Well-Informed GreymaneAt the intersection southeast of Windrose FarmChallenges and Changes 5A Voyage Without Wind or SailsOn the road north of Chittering Forest Ironcrawler StationChallenges and Changes 6Greymane's VowAt the intersection south of TinkertonChallenges and Changes 84-Player Duo MatchOn the road directly under the D in DELESYIA on the map105105The Crimson Desert Region106106The Crimson Desert region occupies the southern portion of the map and is the harshest environment in the game. This arid, dangerous landscape is home to some of the toughest enemies and most advanced challenges. With 25 or more documented artifacts, the roads connecting Tommaso, the Well of Reflection, Isvatu Fortress, Arcosa, Varnia, and the Crimson Mountains Fortress all contain collectibles. Many artifacts in this region are tied to high-level special equipment and advanced combat challenges that require endgame strength.108108Mastery Artifacts (Crimson Desert)110110ChallengeArtifact NameLocationBow 4On the road west of Well of ReflectionGun 1At the intersection northwest of Left Eye WatchtowerGun 3On the road northeast of Saltroad Trading PostCannon 5On the north side of the road, on the west edge of TommasoSpecial Equipment 1FlamespitterAt the intersection south of Varnia Saltroad CampSpecial Equipment 2Propeller SpearOn the road northwest from Oasis HearthSpecial Equipment 3KnuckledrillAt the intersection northwest of Isvatu FortressSpecial Equipment 4Lightning SpearAt a wooden shrine on the north side of the road, north of ArcosaHorse 10On the road south of Timeworn Ruins Ironcrawler Station112112Combat Artifacts (Crimson Desert)113113ChallengeArtifact NameLocationTraining 9Through the CurrentOn the road immediately north of the Great Gate of UrdavahBattle 1Slam MasterAt the intersection immediately west of Varnia Trading PostBattle 3Seven Consecutive StrikesAt the intersection immediately west of Saltroad CampBattle 4Sinking FortOn the road directly north of TommasoOperations 2Hidden Banner PikeOn the road heading southwest from Varnia GateOperations 9Meteor Run in the DarkOn the road north of Varnia Gate115115Life Artifacts (Crimson Desert)116116ChallengeArtifact NameLocationLife 5Acquire TimberOn the road southeast of Well of PatienceLife 7ProvisionsOn the road slightly northeast of the C in CRIMSON DESERT on the mapHunting 3Hunter's DisciplineAt the intersection west of Crimson Mountains Ironcrawler StationHunting 7Apex of the Food ChainOn the road directly east of Cloister of EnlightenmentHunting 10The End of MythOn the road northeast of Saltroad HearthHunting 11When Animals DieOn the road directly southeast of Duskway Camp Ironcrawler StationTrade 2Rainbow MainOn the road in Varnia, heading south from Alabaster BridgeTrade 4Contract of the Golden CrownAt the road intersection northeast of Crimson Wall ShrineAbove the Law 5The Hand That Brushes Past AllOn the road west of Crimson Mountains FortressAbove the Law 7Hands Quicker than EyesSouth of Desert Ruins118118How to Unseal Artifacts119119Once you collect a Sealed Abyss Artifact, it sits in your inventory until you complete the associated challenge. Open your Journal and navigate to Challenges, then select the appropriate subcategory (Mastery, Combat, or Life) to find the specific task. Each artifact's description also tells you what to do when you hover over it in the inventory.121121Common unlock requirements include:123123ChapterDetailsWeapon MasteryReach a specific mastery level with a weapon type (for example, Spear Mastery 2)Combat FeatsDefeat a certain number of enemies with a specific weapon within a time limitDefensive TasksBlock a set number of arrows or parry a set number of attacksTraversal ChallengesPerform acrobatic feats like sliding 50 meters downhill, pole vaulting, or rope walkingLife Skill TasksGather herbs, explore caves, catch fish, own pets, or complete trading routesOutlaw ActivitiesAssassinate enemies, steal goods, or evade the lawStory or Minigame ObjectivesWin card games, complete specific quests, or achieve story milestones125125After the condition is fulfilled, the artifact unseals automatically and can be consumed. Regular Abyss Artifacts become spendable skill points in the Abyss Skill Tree. Faded Abyss Artifacts allow a full skill tree reset. Abyss Gears can be slotted into equipment for stat bonuses. You can also visit the Witch NPC to manage and attach ability cores to your gear.126126Relationship to the Challenges Menu128128The Challenges menu is where you track your progress toward all Mastery, Combat, and Life objectives. However, challenge entries only appear in the menu after you find the corresponding Sealed Abyss Artifact. Until then, the challenge slot remains hidden.130130This has a critical implication: if you complete an activity before collecting the artifact (for instance, defeating 50 enemies with a sword before finding Sword 1), that progress will not count toward the challenge. The counter starts from zero when you pick up the artifact. Some cumulative challenges (like total distance traveled or total enemies defeated) are exceptions and do track retroactively, but most do not.132132Completing every challenge across all categories is required for the full set of trophies and achievements. Since each challenge is gated behind a Sealed Abyss Artifact, collecting all 141 artifacts is a prerequisite for the Platinum trophy on PlayStation and 1000 Gamerscore on Xbox.134134Tips for Efficient Collection136136Activate all 8 bells first. Ringing the hidden bells reveals the full world map, including road outlines. Since every artifact sits on a road, seeing the road network makes planning your route much simpler.Use Guiding Light constantly. Press the Guiding Light input every few seconds while riding along roads. The blue glimmer points directly at nearby artifacts and is visible even before the minimap icon appears.Collect early in the story. Most challenge progress does not count retroactively. The sooner you pick up artifacts, the sooner your normal gameplay starts counting toward challenge requirements.Check inventory descriptions. Each Sealed Abyss Artifact has an in-game description explaining how to unseal it. If an artifact has been sitting sealed in your inventory for a while, hover over it to learn what you need to do.Use a Lantern at night. Holding up a Lantern in dark environments causes nearby Sealed Abyss Artifacts to emit a faint white glow, making them easier to spot from a distance.Ride along every road. Artifacts are always found on roads, paths, or at intersections. Never ride off-road hoping to stumble on one. Stick to the road network and you will eventually pass every artifact location.Track by region. Work through one region at a time. The five regions are Hernand, Demeniss, Pailune, Delesyia, and the Crimson Desert. Artifacts you have already collected will not appear on the minimap again, so there is no risk of double-counting.Use the Challenges menu to find gaps. If you are missing a few artifacts near the end of your collection, open the Challenges menu and look for locked entries. This narrows down which artifact types you are still missing, making it easier to search the correct roads.Combine with other collectibles. While following roads, keep an eye out for Abyss Cressets, hidden chests, and ancient tablets along the way.138138Notes140140This guide documents 134 of the 141 total Sealed Abyss Artifacts confirmed by the game's challenge tracking system. The remaining 7 are believed to be distributed across the later regions and will be added as they are discovered and verified by the community.Artifacts that have already been collected will not reappear on the minimap during subsequent visits to that area.Some artifacts are located on short dead-end roads or side paths that branch off from main highways. Be sure to explore branching roads, not just the main routes connecting towns.The Horse 8 artifact at Ridgehunter Tannery in Pailune requires clearing a group of enemies before you can access it. This is one of the few artifacts that involves combat just to reach it.The Above the Law 9 artifact at Thornbriar Fortress is on a ledge outside the south entrance, not inside the fortress itself. It is easy to miss if you only enter through the main gate.142142Pickpocket Chance Sealed Abyss Artifacts144144Four sealed abyss artifacts grant the Pickpocket Additional Item Chance stat. Stacked together they reach 70%, which is what makes the noblewoman gold-bar farm in the Demeniss Wildlife Park viable.146146Thornbrier Fortress, Steel Mountains148148The fortress sits in the Steel Mountains, south side of the map. Approach the front gate and look for a hole in the wall behind a loose stone to reach the sealed chamber. The reward is gated behind stealing the altar candle from three churches: East Demeniss, West Demeniss, and the Cathedral of Demeniss. Every church is an instant-arrest zone, so crouch the moment you grab each candle. Night runs are easier. If guards catch you, you lose the robbery mask but keep the candle, and replacement masks are sold at the Back Alley Shop in Demeniss and in the bottom-right of Hernand.150150Above the Desert Ruins, Crimson Desert Trader Expanse152152This relic sits above the Desert Ruins in the Crimson Desert Trader Expanse. To claim it you need to steal five objects within ten seconds. The cleanest run is the house next to Rhett and the smithy in Hernand: climb to the second-floor stair during daytime when the building is empty and spam the steal prompt until the timer resolves.154154Pailune, Five-Finger Mountain Gate156156Next to the Five-Finger Mountain Gate fast-travel marker in Pailune is a sealed relic that demands killing five enemies in their sleep. Head to the bandit camp, wait for nightfall, then jump behind the main tent where the burglars bed down. Crouch and strike each one while they snore.158158Twisted Thicketway, The Abyss160160Inside the Abyss, reach the Twisted Thicketway island by crossing Skyloop Bridge past the Ice Cradle. Kill the worm boss that guards the area, turn left, then left again to find a hidden chest containing the final pickpocket-chance relic. This one pushes the stacked bonus from 60% to the full 70%.
