Guide to the Sanctum of Absolution in Crimson Desert. Learn how to find missing pieces, defeat Antumbra's Sword, solve the dial puzzle, and claim your rewards.
Walkthrough
- 1You will encounter the boss Antumbra's Sword here, so be prepared for a challenging battle. (See guide for how to beat Antumbra's Sword).
- 2Defeat all the enemies around the sanctum.
- 3Find the reactor cube piece inside the main tower's hallway, hidden behind some pots.
- 4Find the pillar piece in the underground chamber. Walk over the pebbled hallway to reveal the hole on the floor.
- 5Return the missing pieces to the sanctum. Use Force Palm to nudge them into their slots.
- 6After cleansing the Sanctum of Absolution, a dial will appear in front of the mechanism. Use Blinding Flash to direct light on the crystal-like stones lining the outer rim of the dial. Stop flashing light on the stone gaps. Continue until the outer circle completes its rotation.
- 7The mechanism will release the Core of Absolution. Seal it by grabbing it with Axiom Force.
Tips
- If you time the Blinding Flash puzzle incorrectly once, the dial will reset.
- The Core of Absolution is used for upgrading your Kuku Pot, obtained in the Mysterious Pot quest in Chapter 4. Visit Grimnir at the Kilnden Workshop to start upgrades.
Location: The Sanctum is located in the southwest region of Hernand, between the Witchwoods and Sunset Valley.
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