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11 Overview

33 This page provides quick access to pages covering the world of Pywel in Crimson Desert. Pywel is a vast continent featuring diverse landscapes ranging from lush green valleys and snowy mountain ranges to arid deserts and volcanic wastelands. The world is fully open from early in the game, with a fog of war system that reveals the map as players explore.

55 Regions

77 Pywel is divided into several major regions, each with distinct geography, wildlife, enemies, and storylines. See Regions of Pywel for a full overview, or visit individual region pages for detailed information.

99 RegionDescriptionHernandA central region with rolling hills, farmland, and the town of Hernand. Home to Greymane Camp and early-game content.DemenissThe northern kingdom ruled by a powerful monarchy. Features forests, castles, and political intrigue.PailuneA region with dense forests, mystical ruins, and connections to the Abyss.DelesyiaA diverse region with varied terrain and trading routes.The Crimson DesertThe vast desert region that gives the game its name. Features harsh conditions, ancient ruins, and hidden treasures.UlsrundA frozen northern territory with harsh weather and dangerous wildlife.The Smoking LandsVolcanic wastelands with extreme temperatures and powerful enemies.AkapenA remote region with unique geography and late-game content.

1010 Key Locations

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1212 Across the regions of Pywel, players will find settlements, dungeons, landmarks, and hidden areas.

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1414 LocationDescriptionGreymane CampThe player's home base. Upgradeable facilities for crafting, cooking, and companion management.Root HoldA major settlement and quest hub in the game.Hernand TownThe main town in the Hernand region with shops, services, and quest givers.CalphadeA location tied to the Calphade Rebellion storyline.KweidenA settlement with unique cultural significance.Alfonso EstateAn estate tied to key storyline events.The BonepitA dangerous area filled with powerful enemies and lore related to Oongka's backstory.Marni's MasteriumA mysterious location connected to the Abyss.Deepfog BasinA misty lowland area with visibility challenges and hidden threats.Frozen Soul MountainA frigid mountain with extreme cold conditions.Nas RiverA major waterway that runs through multiple regions.Desert OasesRare water sources in the Crimson Desert region.Towns and CitiesComplete list of all settlements in Pywel.

1515 Exploration and Traversal

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1717 Getting around Pywel involves multiple movement systems. The world is designed for exploration with rewards hidden off the beaten path.

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1919 TopicDescriptionExploration and TraversalOverview of all movement and navigation systems.MountsHorses and other rideable creatures.Horse TamingHow to capture and tame wild horses.GlidingGliding from high points to cover distance.Grappling HookReaching elevated areas and crossing gaps.Fast TravelInstant travel between discovered locations.Hot Air BalloonAerial travel for covering large distances.Skiffs and WagonsWater and land transport options.Dragon MountA flying mount for aerial traversal.Raptor MountA fast ground mount with unique abilities.JetpackA special equipment item for vertical traversal.Fog of War and Map DiscoveryHow the map reveals itself as you explore.World MapFull map overview and navigation.Map SizeThe scale of Pywel compared to other open-world games.Bell LocationsThe 8 hidden bells that unfog large sections of the map when activated.

2020 NPCs and Vendors

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2222 The world is populated by NPCs who follow daily routines, reacting to the time of day and weather conditions. NPC Vendors are found in towns and outposts, selling weapons, armor, consumables, and crafting materials. For key story characters, see the Character Information hub.

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2424 Factions

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2626 Pywel's political landscape is shaped by multiple factions competing for territory and influence. Each faction offers its own questline. See Factions of Pywel for a full overview.

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2828 The Greymanes - The player's mercenary bandThe Black Bears - A powerful rival factionKingdom of Demeniss - The major kingdom in the northFaction Wars - Large-scale battles between factionsCalphade Rebellion - A significant conflict in the Calphade region

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3030 Quests

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3232 Quests are the primary way to progress through the story and earn rewards. The Quest System page explains how quests work.

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3434 Quest TypeDescriptionMain StoryThe central narrative following Kliff and the Greymanes across multiple chapters.Main Story WalkthroughStep-by-step guide through the main campaign.Faction QuestsSide questlines tied to specific factions, offering unique rewards and story content.Side Quests and ActivitiesOptional quests and world activities.Rumor SystemShort quests to find and recruit scattered Greymane comrades.All ChallengesCombat, traversal, and skill challenges tied to Sealed Abyss Artifacts.Dynamic World EventsRandom encounters and events that happen during exploration.

3535 Enemies and Bosses

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3737 Pywel is home to a wide range of hostile creatures and powerful bosses.

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3939 TopicDescriptionEnemies and ThreatsOverview of all enemy types across Pywel.BossesAll boss encounters in the game.World BossesPowerful open-world bosses found during exploration.Boss StrategiesStrategies and tips for defeating every boss.Kearush the SlayerA dangerous enemy encountered during the main story.Urn Soldiers and Urn SwordsmenSupernatural enemies tied to the Abyss.

4040 Lore

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4242 The world of Pywel has deep lore tied to the Abyss, ancient civilizations, and the political history of its kingdoms.

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4444 Main Story - The overarching narrative of Crimson DesertThe Abyss - The supernatural force threatening PywelRaces of Pywel - Humans, non-humans, and other racesFactions of Pywel - History and politics of the major factionsKingdom of Demeniss - The powerful northern kingdom and its rulersCalphade Rebellion - A pivotal historical conflictAncient Tablets - Collectible lore items found throughout the worldTraces of the Abyss - Remnants of the Abyss scattered across Pywel

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4646 Weather and Environment

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48-Pywel features a dynamic weather and day-night cycle that affects gameplay, NPC behavior, and enemy spawns. The Temperature System requires players to prepare for extreme heat in the desert and extreme cold in the northern mountains. Keen Senses can be activated to highlight nearby points of interest, collectibles, and tracks.

48+Pywel has a dynamic weather and day-night cycle that affects gameplay, NPC behavior, and enemy spawns. The Temperature System requires players to prepare for extreme heat in the desert and extreme cold in the northern mountains. Keen Senses can be activated to highlight nearby points of interest, collectibles, and tracks.

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5050 Collectibles and Secrets

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5252 Collectibles Guide - Complete guide to all collectible typesHidden Chests - Treasure chests hidden off the main pathsSealed Abyss Artifact Locations - All 141 sealed artifacts found in the worldSecret Passages and Hidden Areas - Hard-to-find areas with special rewardsBell Locations - The 8 hidden bells that reveal large map sectionsTreasure Maps and Puzzles - Solving treasure maps for valuable loot

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