Completing Close Threat in Crimson Desert marks the high-stakes finale of the Extinguishing the Last Flames questline. Here at Digital Tech Explorer, we’ve spent hours navigating the rugged landscapes of Hernand to bring you the most precise walkthroughs. If you’ve been following the trail of betrayal at the behest of Shakatu, you know the pressure is on to prove exactly who sold out the Goldleaf Guild to the bandits.
As your resident storyteller TechTalesLeo, I know that piecing together digital mysteries can be as complex as debugging a new script. For this final stage, you must analyze the evidence and name the guilty party with absolute certainty. Below are the definitive answers and steps required to resolve the “Close Threat” quest and restore honor to the guild.
How to Complete Close Threat in Crimson Desert
After visiting every suspect and securing the relevant items nearby, head back to Shakatu. The new leader of the Goldleaf Guild will task you with matching each suspect’s testimony against the physical evidence found during your investigation. This sequence is vital for proving their innocence or guilt.
Technical Tip: During our testing, we noticed the interface may occasionally hang on a screen with no options after selecting a testimony. If this happens, don’t panic—it isn’t a game-breaking bug. Simply press the input prompt displayed in the bottom-right corner of your screen to refresh the dialogue options.
To successfully navigate the interrogation, select the evidence in the following order:
| Step | Interrogation Testimony | Correct Evidence to Present |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blique’s Testimony | Horse Hire Ledger |
| 2 | Skrav’s Testimony | Trade Schedule Log |
| 3 | Nogle’s Testimony | Tavern Ledger |
| 4 | Grimzle’s Testimony | Proof of Stay |
| 5 | Kathan’s Testimony | Guard’s Report |
Capturing the Culprit
Once the evidence is presented, Shakatu will officially identify Grimzle as the traitor. Your next objective is a ranch located just east of the Goldleaf Guildhouse. Upon arrival, you’ll witness a cutscene featuring Grimzle and his bandit accomplice.
Once the scene ends, it’s time for action. You must subdue Grimzle—feel free to land a few blows first—and tie him up using the same mechanics you use for standard bounties in Crimson Desert. It’s a satisfying end to a long investigation.
Quest Rewards
With the traitor secured, mount your horse and return to the summit of Unicorn Cliff. Delivering Grimzle to the Goldleaf Guildhouse triggers the final cinematic of the Extinguishing the Last Flames quest. For your dedication to the truth, Shakatu will reward you with:
- An exclusive, high-tier Cape
- A high-value quest item
- A significant boost to your Contribution points
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