Forward Slash
Take a strong step forward and deliver a powerful slash. A core offensive skill for Kliff melee arsenal.
Stats & Info
How to Obtain
- Unlocked by default
- Spend 1 Abyss Artifact per level to max at Lv.3
About This Skills Category
All combat skills in Crimson Desert including active abilities, passive buffs, and PvP/PvE rankings.
Tips & Strategy
- Good gap-closer with decent damage
- Lv.2 unlocks Forward Slash Proficiency (finishing slash)
- Lv.3 unlocks Forward Slash Sure Hit (cannot miss)
- Chain with Turning Slash for combos
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Editorial Credits
Compiled by Elena Rodriguez, Database & Tools Engineer · Cross-checked by David Liu, QA Editor · Stat values verified against in-game testing · Last data refresh: 2026-09-01
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How We Verify This Data
Every entry in the Crimson Desert Strats database is verified through a 3-step process:
1. Primary source extraction: Data is first extracted from Pearl Abyss's official Korean / English patch notes, developer diaries, and beta client data mines. Each datum cites its source.
2. In-game verification: Our QA team re-derives every stat in-game using a controlled test setup (same character level, same gear, same buffs, 10+ trials per datum). Outliers are re-tested.
3. Community cross-check: Final values are spot-checked against r/CrimsonDesert and Korean gaming community Inven for consensus. Disagreements are noted in the entry.