How to Complete Trial After Trial in Crimson Desert
Working out how to interpret a Memory Fragment in Crimson Desert during the Trial After Trial quest can be a bit tricky for new players. While you obtain the Visione helmet—the key to unlocking these echoes of the past—during the “Unexpected Gift” quest in Chapter 2, this specific mission serves as your practical exam. Here at Digital Tech Explorer, our testing shows that mastering this mechanic early is essential for uncovering the deeper lore of Pywel.
I’m TechTalesLeo, and in this guide, I’ll walk you through the nuances of this quest. Learning to read these fragments is a vital skill, as the world is peppered with hidden memories that provide story tidbits, secret locations, and useful tactical information. Here is how to complete Trial After Trial and help Bremer locate his missing livestock.
How to Read the Memory on the Cows’ Whereabouts
The initial stages of this quest are straightforward narrative beats: speak to Bremer, bribe the witness for the cows’ location, and clear out the bandits at the nearby camp. Once the dust settles, your objective updates to “read the memory on the cows’ whereabouts” and “use your lantern where it reacts.”
To successfully interact with the Memory Fragment, follow these precise steps:
- Locate the Pulse: Move toward the center of the bandit camp until your lantern begins to glow with a distinct blue light and emits a rhythmic pulse.
- Equip the Lantern: Open your tool radial by pressing F2 (left on the D-pad for controllers) and select the lantern.
- Reveal the Echoes: Hold CTRL (LB on controller) to raise the lantern. Scan the immediate area until translucent, fluttering figures appear in the environment.
- Synchronize the Fragment: Keep your lantern beam focused steadily on these figures. A “learning” progress bar will appear; maintain your aim until the bar is completely filled.
- Activate the Visione: Once synchronized, press ESC (Menu button on controller) to don the Visione helmet and witness the memory play out in full.
Control Summary for Memory Fragments
| Action | PC Keybind | Controller (Xbox/PS) |
|---|---|---|
| Select Lantern | F2 | D-Pad Left |
| Raise Lantern | CTRL | LB / L1 |
| View Memory | ESC | Menu / Options |
This sequence is the standard operating procedure for all Memory Fragments you encounter while exploring. My best advice for players is to always stay alert for that blue lantern pulse; it often leads to the best world-building content Crimson Desert has to offer. After the vision concludes, return to Bremer to deliver the news and finalize the quest.
More Crimson Desert Guides from Digital Tech Explorer
To help you stay ahead of the trends and master your skills in Pywel, check out our other deep-dive guides:
- Crimson Desert Characters: A full breakdown of how to unlock every playable hero.
- Respec Guide: How to reset and optimize your skill tree for different builds.
- The Art of Stealth: Advanced tips for stealing and pilfering high-tier loot.
- Pet System: Where to find and how to bond with your animal companions.
- Horse Taming: Mastering the mechanics of catching and leveling your mounts.
- Fast Travel Explained: Everything you need to know about navigating the Abyss Nexus.
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