What to know
- Located in Sanctum of Solace, right of the “A” in Pailune on the map, north of starting areas.
- Requires wall-clinging with Resist and Force Palm to access secret chest.
- Dagger offers 16 Attack, Lv. 5 Critical Rate, and Lv. 2 Refinement initially.
- Enemies may guard the area; clear or sneak past for safe access.
In Crimson Desert, in order to get the Dagger of Dark Pursuit, head north from Hernand toward Pailune region to a sanctum cave system. The spot demands sharp navigation and combat readiness amid potential foes.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Map Position | Right of “A” in Pailune; near fast travel if unlocked |
| Area Type | Sanctum cave with pool, tunnel, dead-end wall |
| Access Method | Climb wall, Resist hold + Force Palm |
| Stats | 16 Attack, Lv. 5 Crit Rate, Lv. 2 Refinement (upgrades to 38 Attack, Lv. 8 Crit) |
| Type | Epic dagger for Kliff; no special ability, high raw damage |
Dagger of Dark Pursuit location
The Sanctum of Solace sits northwest in the Pailune tribal state, positioned just to the right of the “A” in Pailune on the world map, southwest of Pailune City itself and south of areas like Calphade Gate.
This is reachable early by heading north from Hernand past basic camps and into sanctum grounds marked by stone bridges, a central chasm, and enemy camps if uncleared.
How to reach Sanctum of Solace
Travel efficiently using these steps to minimize travel time and risks.
Step 1: Unlock the map area
Align your map cursor using the “A” and “I” letters in Pailune as guides if the region fog hides it.
Head north from Hernand toward Pailune fast travel points for reference.
Step 2: Approach the entrance
Drop from the bridge to the right.
Then land or drop into the sanctum’s central depression; spot the small rectangular pool amid ruins near a stone bridge over the chasm and a broken tower.
Face the wall with faded white graffiti, turn left past any floating puzzle stones.
Then right into the tunnel marked by two small lamps.
How to access the secret chest
Master the wall mechanic precisely to rotate into the hidden chamber without falling.
Step 1: Position on the wall
Climb or jump to latch onto the rectangular secret wall section at the tunnel dead end—ensure firm grip before advancing.
Step 2: Activate Resist
Hold Resist (LT/L2/Q) to cling steadily while latched; this prevents slipping during the maneuver.
Step 3: Execute Force Palm
While holding Resist, press Force Palm (R3/right thumbstick/MMB) to slam and rotate the wall—swing through to the other side without flying off.
Step 4: Drop and loot
Land in the small room, approach the central treasure chest.
Open it to claim the Dagger of Dark Pursuit.
Dagger of Dark Pursuit Chest Stats and rewards
Here’s what the stats look like for the Dagger of Dark Pursuit:
Here’s what you can sometimes get in the chest along with the Dagger of Dark Pursuit.
| Reward | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dagger of Dark Pursuit | 1 | Epic dagger; 16 base Attack, Lv. 5 Critical Rate, Lv. 2 Refinement |
| Potential extras | Varies | Nearby chests may yield Icewing Plate Boots or other loot post-access |
Tips for smoother acquisition
- Jump and spam Focus Palm thrice upon arrival for height and overview of the pool/tunnel layout.
- Avoid the central circular arena boss (Antumbra’s Staff) if unseen to stay focused—liberate later for other rewards like Guidance of Dark Pursuit staff.
- Practice Force Palm on nearby walls; combine LT/L2 + R3 for reliability.
- Sneak past enemies if low-level; dagger shines early for crit builds.
- Fully upgrade for 38 Attack and Lv. 8 Crit Rate, boosting primal blade damage without special effects.
This dagger elevates Kliff’s close-quarters viability right after Hernand, outpacing basic gear through superior crits and upgrade potential amid Pailune threats.
