Overview
Thick Hide is a tough, durable leather in Crimson Desert with exceptional strength that absorbs heavy impacts. It is obtained by skinning giant mammals after hunting them. Thick Hide is one of the premium hide types in the crafting materials category and is required for heavy armor and shield upgrades.

Item Properties
Property | Value |
|---|---|
Category | Crafting Materials (Hides and Leather) |
Subcategory | Hides and Leather |
Description | Exceptional strength and durability; absorbs heavy impacts |
Source | Skinning giant mammals |
Use | Heavy armor, shields |
How to Obtain
Thick Hide drops from skinning giant mammals. These are large animals that require more effort to hunt than small prey.
Elk: Found in highland meadows and open plains.
Aurochs: Large bovines encountered in grasslands.
Other giant mammals: Any large mammal species may drop Thick Hide when skinned.
Giant mammals are tougher to kill than small prey. Use ranged weapons or mounted combat to take them down efficiently.
Uses
Crafting and refining heavy armor pieces.
Shield upgrades and reinforcement.
High-tier equipment at the smithy.
Tips
Prioritize hunting giant mammals when you encounter them. Thick Hide is needed for the best armor upgrades and is harder to find than Thin Hide.
Giant mammals are dangerous prey. Approach them prepared with recovery items and strong weapons.
Collect Large Bone alongside Thick Hide from the same carcasses to maximize hunting efficiency.