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11Overview22Crimson Desert has 34 achievements on Steam and Xbox, plus 35 trophies on PlayStation 5 (the extra trophy is the Platinum). Every trophy is tied to completing in-game challenges or finishing specific story milestones. There are no online trophies and no difficulty-related requirements, so everything can be earned in a single playthrough.44The trophy descriptions are intentionally cryptic, following a style similar to Black Myth: Wukong. Pearl Abyss designed each description as a poetic verse rather than a clear instruction, so the actual unlock conditions are not obvious from the trophy text alone. This guide breaks down exactly what each trophy requires.66MetricDetailsTotal Trophies35 (PS5) / 34 Achievements (Steam, Xbox)Platinum TrophyPywel LegendEstimated Completion Time300+ hoursDifficulty Rating7/10Minimum Playthroughs1Missable Trophies0 (see note on watchtower challenges below)Online Trophies0Glitched TrophiesNone reported88Trophy Roadmap99The path to the Platinum is straightforward in concept but long in practice. You need to finish the main story, relocate your camp, and complete every single challenge in the game. Here is the most efficient route through it all.1111Step 1: Prepare the Map (25+ Hours)1414Before diving into challenges, spend time opening up the world. Activate all 8 Hidden Bells to remove the fog of war from the map. This reveals every region and makes locating Sealed Abyss Artifacts much easier. Set up fast travel points across all major regions as you go.1616Use your sword's Guiding Light ability (L1 + R1 on PlayStation, LB + RB on Xbox) to mark nearby Sealed Abyss Artifacts with a blue glimmer. There are 141 artifacts scattered throughout Pywel, and each one unlocks a specific challenge. You cannot make progress on a challenge until you have found its corresponding artifact, so locating them early saves backtracking later.1818While exploring, gather upgrade materials and refine your equipment to Refinement Level 5 or 6. The later challenges and bosses are demanding, and underleveled gear will make the combat trophies significantly harder.2020Step 2: Progress the Main Story2222Work through the main story from the Prologue through Chapter 8. Two trophies are locked behind story progress: Novice Adventurer (Chapter 1 completion) and Protector of Pailune (Chapter 7 completion). A third, Proud Returnee, requires finishing the "Reconstructing Pailune" questline that opens after Chapter 7's main quest "Time to Face Justice."2424During story progression, pick up faction quests whenever they appear. Faction reputation unlocks inventory upgrades and grants access to areas you will need for exploration challenges. Also keep an eye on side quests since some challenges require completing specific side content.2626Step 3: Complete All Challenges2828After finishing the story (or alongside it, if you prefer), work through every challenge category until they all read 100%. The All Challenges hub page has the full breakdown. Challenges span weapon mastery, exploration, hunting, trading, minigames, and more. Each trophy in the list below corresponds to completing all challenges within a specific category.3030A good order for tackling challenge categories is to start with the weapon mastery trophies (sword, shield, bow, spear, etc.) since combat practice makes later boss fights easier. Then move to exploration and puzzle challenges, followed by life skill and side activity challenges. Save the operation and battle challenges for last since they require the most game knowledge.3232Potentially Missable Watchtower Challenges3434While no trophies are technically missable, two challenges involve destroying enemy watchtowers: the Battle Challenge called "Sinking Fort" and the Cannon Challenge called "Barraging Cannon V." It is currently unclear whether these watchtowers remain available after you liberate all enemy bases through the liberation system. To be safe, complete both of these challenges before clearing every base in the region.3636Full Trophy List3838The table below lists every trophy in the game along with its type, the cryptic in-game description, and the actual unlock requirement. Trophies are organized by rarity: Platinum first, then Gold, Silver, and Bronze.4040Platinum Trophy4242TrophyTypeDescriptionRequirementPywel LegendPlatinumYou've claimed every trophy. Your name will echo through Pywel's history as the legendary explorer for venturing every path and conquering every challenge.Earn all other 34 trophies4444Gold Trophies4545TrophyTypeDescriptionRequirementExpert StorytellerGoldEvery thread of Pywel's narrative now forms a complete story.Complete all main quests (full story completion)Conqueror of the AbyssesGoldExploration of every abyss extends far into the depths of the world.Complete all Abyss challengesExpert ExplorerGoldRevelation of every corner of Pywel brings the entire land into clear view.Complete all exploration challenges across 9 subcategories (spires, mazes, constellations, secrets, puzzles, sanctums, and more)Unvanquished StrategistGoldCommand of battle's momentum makes the entire field yours to orchestrate.Complete all weapon mastery challenges across 10 subcategories (all weapon types plus horse)4747Silver Trophies4848TrophyTypeDescriptionRequirementProud ReturneeSilverTrials overcome have paved the way back home.Relocate Greymane Camp from Howling Hill to Pailune. Complete Chapter 7 main quest "Time to Face Justice," then finish the "Reconstructing Pailune" questline.Pilgrim of WondersSilverThe hidden beauty of Pywel has been revealed.Complete all secret place challengesPuzzle SolverSilverSharp insight now guides you through any riddle.Complete all puzzle challengesLightbringerSilverShadow guided into light has restored the forgotten sanctums.Complete all sanctum challenges (related to the Abyss)Grand Collector of ArmsSilverAll the weapons in the world are now in your hands.Complete all special equipment challenges (10 total)Tamer of LegendsSilverEven the wildest horses yield to your steady guidance.Complete all horse challenges (10 total)True GamerSilverClaim victory in various minigames so no challenge dare rattle you.Complete all minigame challenges including Test of Strength and Duel subcategoriesProtector of PailuneSilverFreedom returned to Pailune after defeating the Black Bears and the Jackals.Complete Chapter 7 main quests. Involves defeating the Black Bears forces.Ultimate HunterSilverSuccess in diverse hunts has forged a hunter of legendary renown.Complete all hunting challenges (11 total)Natural CollectorSilverDeeper understanding of Pywel's nature enriches knowledge of life throughout the land.Complete all life challenges (12 total, covers fishing, cooking, gathering, etc.)5050Bronze Trophies5151Bronze trophies are the most common achievements in Crimson Desert, earned through combat, exploration, and various activities.5353Story Trophies5555TrophyTypeDescriptionRequirementNovice AdventurerBronzeCountless adventures await beyond the horizon.Complete Chapter 1 main quests (main quest: Woman in White)Master CamperBronzeA safe haven now stands ready for you and your comrades.Complete camp activation at Howling Hill during Chapter 3 (main quest: "Familiar Curses")5757Exploration Trophies5858TrophyTypeDescriptionRequirementMaze PathfinderBronzeEven the most tangled paths fail to lead you astray.Complete all maze challengesConqueror of SpiresBronzeClimbing ever higher has opened the way toward the skies above.Complete all spire challenges (involves climbing to the top of towers and vertical structures)Navigator of the StarsBronzeThe constellations that illuminate Pywel have revealed their secrets.Complete all constellation challenges (related to astronomy)6060Weapon Mastery Trophies6161Each weapon type has its own set of challenges, and completing all challenges for a weapon type earns its corresponding trophy. See the individual challenge pages for detailed guides on each weapon's specific tasks.6363TrophyTypeDescriptionRequirementMaster of SwordsBronzeThrough discipline and mastery, you've earned the right to be called a true master of the blade.Complete all sword challenges (6 total)Master of ShieldsBronzeYour reputation for mastery in wielding shields has spread across the land.Complete all shield challenges (6 total)Master of BowsBronzeArrows guided by the wind reflect mastery over the art of archery.Complete all bow challenges (6 total)Master of SpearsBronzeAll under the skies revere you as the master spearsman.Complete all spear challenges (5 total)Master of Two-Handed WeaponsBronzeWarriors honor you for your strength and precision with two-handed weapons.Complete all two-handed weapon challenges (6 total)Master of ArtilleryBronzeArtillery skill honed through practice makes your enemies mere measure of efficiency.Complete all cannon challenges (5 total)Master of RapiersBronzeRapier mastery has carved a name recognized far and wide.Complete all rapier and shield challenges (5 total)Master of FirearmsBronzeFirearm expertise keeps your foes' heads bowed in fear.Complete all gun challenges (5 total)6565Combat and Battle Trophies6666TrophyTypeDescriptionRequirementRelentless WarriorBronzeUnwavering resolve has forged strength worthy of a relentless warrior.Complete all training challenges (10 total)Battlefield ConquerorBronzeBy sensing the rhythm of battle, you've learned to bend the battlefield to your will.Complete all battle challenges (10 total, includes the potentially missable "Sinking Fort")Brilliant TacticianBronzeYou've steered countless operations to success by reading the tide of battle.Complete all operation challenges (10 total)Beast SlayerBronzeYou've defeated the beasts, bringing peace to Pywel.Complete all New Power challenges (involves defeating powerful bosses)6868Side Activity Trophies6969TrophyTypeDescriptionRequirementThe Golden MerchantBronzeAstute trade and quick judgment have filled your coffers well.Complete all trade challenges (5 total, related to the trading system)ShadowlordBronzeKnowledge of the shadowed world reaches depths few have ever known.Complete all Above the Law challenges (10 total, involves the law system's criminal activities)Lord of HonorBronzeYour name is honored in every corner of the lands.Complete all Challenges and Changes challenges (9 total, formerly called "Greymane's Vow")7171Challenge Prerequisites and the Sealed Abyss Artifacts7272Every trophy except the three story-related ones (Novice Adventurer, Master Camper, Protector of Pailune) and the camp relocation trophy (Proud Returnee) requires completing challenges. The single most important thing to understand about challenges is that progress only counts after you find the corresponding Sealed Abyss Artifact. If you defeat a boss or complete an activity before finding its artifact, that progress does not retroactively count.7474For example, if a hunting challenge requires you to hunt a specific creature and you already killed that creature before picking up the artifact, you will need to hunt it again. This makes early artifact collection the single best time-saving strategy for trophy hunters.7676Artifacts are found along roads and paths throughout Pywel. The Guiding Light ability (hold L1 + R1) causes nearby artifacts to emit a blue glimmer, making them visible even when hidden behind obstacles. There are 141 artifacts total, each tied to one challenge.7878Story Trophies (Detailed)8080Three trophies are earned just by playing through the main campaign. None of them require anything beyond normal story progression.8282Novice Adventurer unlocks when you complete Chapter 1: The First Encounter. The specific trigger is finishing the main quest "Woman in White." This happens relatively early and introduces you to Kliff's core combat mechanics.8484Master Camper unlocks when you complete the camp activation sequence at Howling Hill during Chapter 3: Howling Hill. The specific trigger is the main quest "Familiar Curses." At this point the Greymane Camp becomes fully functional and you can use its facilities.8686Protector of Pailune unlocks at the end of Chapter 7: Homecoming. This chapter involves the liberation of Pailune from the Black Bears and the Jackals. It includes some of the game's toughest story boss encounters, so make sure your equipment is properly refined before starting.8888Proud Returnee: Camp Relocation9090This Silver trophy is separate from the story completion trophies because it requires extra work after Chapter 7. Once you finish the main quest "Time to Face Justice" in Chapter 7, a new questline called "Reconstructing Pailune" becomes available. Completing this entire questline relocates the Greymane Camp from Howling Hill to Pailune, unlocking the trophy.9292The reconstruction questline involves gathering specific materials, completing construction tasks, and interacting with your companions. Use the companion dispatch system to help gather materials more efficiently.9494Weapon Mastery and Combat Trophies9696The weapon mastery trophies make up the largest group: eight Bronze trophies for individual weapon types, plus the Gold Unvanquished Strategist for completing all weapon challenges combined. Each weapon category has between 5 and 6 individual challenges.9898The combat system in Crimson Desert rewards variety. You can switch weapons mid-combat using the weapon switching system, but each weapon's challenges are specific to that weapon. Combos, dodge and parry timing, and Precision Focus all play into combat challenges.101101The following breaks down each weapon trophy and what its challenges involve:103103Master of Swords (6 challenges): Tests proficiency with swords, including combo execution, timed kills, and specific enemy defeats.Master of Shields (6 challenges): Focuses on defensive play with shields. Expect challenges involving perfect blocks, parries, and shield-based counterattacks.Master of Bows (6 challenges): Tests bow accuracy, distance shooting, and hitting moving targets.Master of Spears (5 challenges): Covers spear combat including reach-based tactics and mounted lance use.Master of Two-Handed Weapons (6 challenges): Tests proficiency with greatswords, axes, and hammers.Master of Artillery (5 challenges): Covers hand cannons and cannon usage. Includes the potentially missable "Barraging Cannon V" challenge.Master of Rapiers (5 challenges): Tests rapier and shield combination fighting style.Master of Firearms (5 challenges): Covers rifles, pistols, and other firearms.105105For detailed walkthroughs of each individual challenge, see the dedicated challenge pages: Sword Challenges, Shield Challenges, Bow Challenges, Spear Challenges, Two-Handed Weapon Challenges, Cannon Challenges, Rapier and Shield Challenges, and Gun Challenges.107107Exploration Trophies109109Exploration trophies reward thorough discovery of Pywel's world. The Gold Expert Explorer trophy requires completing all exploration challenges across 9 subcategories. Three additional trophies cover specific subcategories: Maze Pathfinder, Conqueror of Spires, and Navigator of the Stars.111111Revealing the full world map by ringing all Hidden Bells is the best first step. After that, systematically work through each region: Hernand, Demeniss, Pailune, Ulsrund, Root Hold, and others. Use the Knowledge System to track which territories you have visited and which remain undiscovered.113113The spire challenges require climbing vertical structures using the grappling hook and platforming mechanics. Mazes are scattered underground areas with multiple paths and dead ends. Constellation challenges tie into the astronomy system and require locating specific stargazing points.115115The Silver Pilgrim of Wonders trophy covers secret places, which are well-hidden optional areas often tucked behind waterfalls, inside cave systems, or reached only through specific traversal techniques like gliding or grappling hook swings.117117The Silver Puzzle Solver trophy requires solving all environmental puzzles. These range from simple lever-pulling sequences to complex multi-step contraptions. Some puzzles involve ancient tablets and the Traces of the Abyss system.119119The Silver Lightbringer trophy requires completing all sanctum challenges. Sanctums are tied to the Abyss and involve clearing dungeon-like areas of dark corruption. The Abyss Dungeons article has more details.121121Hunting and Life Skill Trophies123123The Silver Ultimate Hunter trophy requires completing all 11 hunting challenges. These tasks involve tracking and killing specific creatures throughout Pywel, from common wildlife to rare and dangerous beasts. Hunting is one of the core life skills and feeds into both the cooking and crafting systems.125125The Silver Natural Collector trophy requires completing all 12 life challenges. These cover a wide range of activities: fishing, cooking, alchemy, mining, logging, gathering, and housing and farming. Each life skill has specific milestones that count as challenges once you find the relevant artifact.127127Minigame and Side Activity Trophies129129The Silver True Gamer trophy requires completing all minigame challenges, which span the Test of Strength and Duel subcategories. Crimson Desert has a variety of mini-games including arm wrestling, horseback racing, target shooting, arena fighting, and the tavern card game.131131The Bronze Golden Merchant trophy requires completing all 5 trade challenges. The trading system involves buying and selling goods between towns, taking advantage of regional price differences, and building up your merchant reputation. The gold and currency guide explains the economy in detail.133133The Bronze Shadowlord trophy requires completing all 10 Above the Law challenges. These involve engaging with the law system's criminal side: stealing, smuggling, and operating outside the rules. The law system article covers how crime and bounties work.135135The Bronze Lord of Honor trophy requires completing all 9 Challenges and Changes challenges (formerly known as "Greymane's Vow"). These are tied to rebuilding the Greymanes' reputation and strengthening your companions' trust.137137Battle, Operation, and Training Trophies139139Three Bronze trophies cover structured combat scenarios. The training challenges (Relentless Warrior, 10 total) focus on individual combat drills and skill practice. The battle challenges (Battlefield Conqueror, 10 total) involve large-scale combat encounters, including the potentially missable "Sinking Fort" watchtower challenge. The operation challenges (Brilliant Tactician, 10 total) test tactical decision-making across scripted military operations.141141The Bronze Beast Slayer trophy requires completing all New Power challenges. These pit you against some of the most dangerous creatures in Pywel and reward Abyss Gear and unique weapons. Make sure you have upgraded armor and plenty of consumables before attempting these fights.143143Horse and Weapon Collection Trophies145145The Silver Tamer of Legends trophy requires completing all 10 horse challenges. Crimson Desert's mount system includes a wide variety of rides. The horse guide covers taming mechanics and mounted combat basics. Beyond horses, the game features exotic mounts like the dragon mount, raptor mount, and battle robot, though the horse challenges specifically focus on equine companions.147147The Silver Grand Collector of Arms trophy requires completing all 10 special equipment challenges. These involve finding, crafting, or earning unique weapons scattered across Pywel. Some are rewards from boss defeats, others require specific crafting recipes, and a few are hidden behind obscure quest chains. The rare items page lists many of these weapons.150150Abyss Trophies152152The Gold Conqueror of the Abysses trophy requires completing all Abyss-related challenges. The Abyss is a major endgame system involving corrupted dungeons with escalating difficulty. Abyss Gear and Abyss Fragments are core rewards from these encounters.154154Abyss challenges become available as you find Sealed Abyss Artifacts throughout the world. Some of the toughest fights in the game live behind these challenges, so preparation is essential. The boss strategies article provides tips for the hardest encounters.156156Tips for Earning the Platinum158158Find artifacts first. Before doing anything else in a new region, sweep the roads and paths for Sealed Abyss Artifacts. Challenge progress only counts after you find the artifact, so every boss killed or activity completed before that is wasted effort.Ring the bells early. The 8 Hidden Bells remove fog of war and reveal the entire map. This makes artifact hunting and general navigation much easier.Upgrade your gear. Aim for Refinement Level 5-6 before tackling the harder challenges. The refining system and refinement materials page explains the upgrade path.Do watchtower challenges early. Complete the Battle Challenge "Sinking Fort" and Cannon Challenge "Barraging Cannon V" before liberating all enemy bases, just in case those watchtowers become unavailable after liberation.Use the Knowledge System. The Knowledge System tracks everything you have discovered. Check it regularly to spot gaps in your exploration and figure out which territories remain unvisited.Track challenges in the menu. The challenge menu shows your completion percentage for every category. Use it to see which specific challenges you still need and which artifacts you are missing.Do not rush the story. While story trophies come naturally, the bulk of the Platinum requires open-world exploration and challenge completion. Taking time to explore during the story saves you from a massive post-game grind.Use fast travel liberally. Set up fast travel points across every region. The world is enormous and you will be moving between areas constantly while finishing challenges.Build character diversity. Some challenges are easier with specific builds. The observation learning system lets you pick up new skills by watching NPCs and enemies, so experiment with different approaches.Save crafting materials. Several challenges require crafting specific items. Do not sell rare materials early; stockpile them until you know which ones the challenges need.160160Trophy Distribution Summary162162TypeCountPercentagePlatinum12.9%Gold411.4%Silver1028.6%Bronze2057.1%Total35100%164164The distribution is unusual for a game of this scope. Most AAA open-world titles have a higher percentage of Bronze trophies, but Crimson Desert's list is weighted toward Silver and Gold because the four Gold trophies each require completing entire systems worth of challenges. The Gold Expert Explorer trophy alone is estimated to take over 80 hours.165165See Also167167All Challenges (full challenge list and hub page)Sealed Abyss Artifact Locations (artifact location guide)Bell Locations (Hidden Bell locations to clear fog of war)Main Story Walkthrough (chapter-by-chapter guide)Boss Strategies (tips for defeating all 76 bosses)Knowledge System (tracking your discovery progress)Collectibles Guide (all collectible locations)Map Completion Guide (territory-by-territory completion)Combat System (combat mechanics overview)Life Skills (fishing, cooking, alchemy, and more)