All Crimson Desert Side Quests by Chapter (2026)

All 60+ Crimson Desert side quests organized by chapter and region. Each entry shows the recommended level, key rewards, missability status, and a link to the full walkthrough. Use this guide to plan your route and avoid missing any quests.

Overview

Crimson Desert has 60+ side quests spanning 6 chapters. About a third are missable — locked behind point-of-no-return decisions or faction allegiance choices. This guide organizes them by chapter and region, so you can plan your route and never miss a quest again.

Side Quests by Chapter

Chapter 1 — Demeniss & Hernand

Bell Tower Restoration (Chapter 1, Demeniss) — Recommended level 5. Reward: Scholar's Lens accessory. Non-missable.

The Lost Expedition (Chapter 1, Hernand) — Recommended level 6. Reward: Gold Bar x 3. Non-missable.

The First Encounter (Chapter 1, Hernand) — Recommended level 7. Reward: Crescent Ring. Non-missable.

Chapter 2 — Demeniss Streets & Outskirts

The Witch's Apprentice (Chapter 2, Demeniss) — Recommended level 12. Reward: Shadowveil Amulet. Missable (requires House Celeste ≥ Friendly).

The Last Letter (Chapter 2, Demeniss) — Recommended level 13. Reward: Tarivian Necklace. Missable (PoNR before leaving Demeniss).

Estate in Dismay (Chapter 2, Demeniss Outskirts) — Recommended level 14. Reward: Estate deed (housing). Non-missable.

Chapter 3 — Delesyia & Hernand Coast

Pirates of the Eastern Coast (Chapter 3, Delesyia) — Recommended level 18. Reward: Mark of Darkness accessory. Missable (side with pirates).

Bell Tower Restoration (Chapter 3) — Recommended level 18. Reward: House Celeste reputation +500. Non-missable.

Dead of Night (Chapter 3, Hernand Coast) — Recommended level 20. Reward: Witch's Ring. Non-missable.

Chapter 4 — Pailune & Spire of Clockwork

The Grand Tournament (Chapter 4, Pailune) — Recommended level 22. Reward: Tournament Champion title. Non-missable.

Heirloom of House Celeste (Chapter 4, Spire) — Recommended level 24. Reward: House Celeste legendary key. Missable (faction allegiance).

Cloister of Ruination (Chapter 4, Pailune) — Recommended level 25. Reward: Ruination set piece. Non-missable.

Chapter 5 — Crimson Desert & The Abyss

The Mysterious Map (Chapter 5, Crimson Desert) — Recommended level 28. Reward: Treasure map (chest location). Non-missable.

The Wolves Den (Chapter 5, The Abyss) — Recommended level 30. Reward: Wolf pet (Husky). Non-missable.

Witch's Apprentice (Rematch) (Chapter 5) — Recommended level 32. Reward: Witch's Ring upgrade. Non-missable.

Chapter 6 — NG+ Specific

The Forgotten Tomb (Chapter 6 NG+) — Recommended level 40. Reward: Forgotten Blade (legendary weapon). NG+ only.

House Celeste Bounties (Chapter 6 NG+) — Recommended level 42. Reward: Bounty currency. NG+ only.

Quest Priorities

Do the missions first (Chapter 1): Bell Tower Restoration, The Lost Expedition, The First Encounter — non-missable, easy XP.

Watch out (Chapter 2): The Witch's Apprentice and The Last Letter — both missable, lock-in before leaving Demeniss.

Do the missions first (Chapter 3): Pirates of the Eastern Coast — missable, choose your faction carefully.

Optional (Chapter 4–5): Most non-missable, complete at leisure.

NG+ only (Chapter 6): The Forgotten Tomb and House Celeste Bounties — exclusive to NG+.