Unlocking Strongboxes in Crimson Desert offers players a chance to acquire new and occasionally rare gear. However, the process is far from straightforward; solving the puzzles associated with these strongboxes can be quite complex. Throughout the expansive world of Pywel, these intriguing strongboxes can be found in various locations, including grand castles, opulent manors, and even obscure huts nestled in poisoned swamps. Each strongbox requires a unique approach, often obscured by clever designs.
In this guide, we’ve compiled all the strongbox solutions for Crimson Desert that we’ve discovered thus far. Our insights will be regularly updated as we uncover additional strategies. Note that to claim the rewards from these strongboxes, players must equip a mask, as the act of looting is classified as theft — something that virtuous heroes would naturally avoid.
Hernand Castle Strongbox Solution
The first strongbox you may encounter is located at Hernand Castle, which players can reach early in the game. This strongbox is situated at the top of the tower, inside the castle, accessible via the stairwell outside the main hall. A key is required to unlock the door at the top; players can purchase it from a vendor located in the back alley near the nearby windmill.
Look for a box that features a music player on its side, which provides a critical clue for solving the puzzle. However, due to a known bug, the music may not play for some users. The objective is to press the buttons on the front of the box to replicate the melody. The buttons on the box are arranged in a two-row format: the top row has three buttons (numbered 1 to 3 from left to right), and the bottom row has five buttons (numbered 4 to 8 in the same manner).
The sequence to unlock the strongbox is as follows:
- 1
- 7
- 6
- 7
- 3
- 4
- 3
Upon successful completion, you will receive a recipe for a Lavish Meal, which uniquely boosts your stamina and consists of the following ingredients:
- Fruit
- Grilled Meat
- Stewed Grains
- Mixed Skewer
Bluemont Manor (South) Strongbox Solution
To find the southern strongbox in Bluemont Manor, enter the main building, ascend the stairs, and proceed to the room at the end of the landing. The strongbox, adorned with a mountain scene, requires you to rotate several wheels to position the cylinders correctly. It’s important to note that a mere press of the “turn”button won’t suffice; you must fully rotate each wheel to move to a new face.
We recommend saving your game before interacting with this strongbox, as resetting the puzzle can be cumbersome, often requiring more time than simply reloading from the Hernand Town checkpoint.
The solution to this strongbox puzzle is:
- Leftmost: Turn five times
- Second from left: Turn two times
- Middle: Turn four times
- Second from right: Turn three times
- Rightmost: Turn five times
Inside, you’ll find a beautifully crafted gold necklace, starting at refinement level 1. This accessory enhances your attack by 1 and provides a level 1 critical rate boost. If you find this enhancement underwhelming, you can opt to sell it for three pieces of silver.
Bluemont Manor (North) Strongbox Solution
To locate the northern strongbox, exit the previous room and enter the manor directly opposite. This box features four wooden wheels, each depicting part of an owl painting. To unlock, simply rotate the wheels to complete the image. Again, we will number the buttons from left to right (1 through 4).
The required steps are:
- Press button 2 three times
- Press button 4 once
- Press button 3 four times
- Press button 2 once
- Press button 1 four times
Upon solving this puzzle, you will receive the Oath of Darkness earring, starting at level 2 refinement, which enhances your defense by 2 points.
Mudridge Cabin Strongbox Solution
Found in the wilds to the east of the Sanctum of Temperance, Mudridge Cabin comprises two structures surrounded by poisoned mud and a bandit group. Eliminate the threats, and safely enter the northern cabin to discover the strongbox.
This strongbox is a sliding puzzle where you must recreate an image of a tree perched atop a cliff. The tiles are numbered from left to right, with the middle left designated as 1 and the bottom right as 5.
To solve the sliding puzzle, follow these instructions:
- Slide tile 3 down
- Slide tile 2 right
- Slide tile 1 right
- Slide tile 4 up
- Slide tile 5 left
With the tiles positioned correctly, you will receive the Flower Petal Earring, which enhances your defense by 5 points.
For additional assistance, we also offer strategies to track down the Blix bounty and the Bianca bounty, should you find yourself challenged in that regard.
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