Crimson Desert: How to Find Bloodstone and Upgrade Your Gear

The vast world of Pywel is as unforgiving as it is beautiful. Whether you are facing down a towering boss or fending off a desperate band of bandits, Crimson Desert can prove surprisingly difficult during your initial hours. With limited stamina and low-level gear, survival depends on your ability to upgrade. While early improvements are simple, you will soon hit a wall that requires a much rarer resource: Bloodstone. At Digital Tech Explorer, our hands-on testing in the wild has shown that while Iron and Copper are plentiful—often found early during tasks like Rhett’s Request—Bloodstone requires a more keen eye and specific travel plans. If you are looking to push your gear to the next level, here is exactly where you need to go.

Where to Find Bloodstone Locations in Crimson Desert

Unlike the duller tones of common ores, Bloodstone features a distinct red hue that stands out against the grey cliffside. While these deposits are scattered across Pywel, the most accessible early-game location is a ravine south of Rocca’s Hill. To find it, head directly east from Hernand and cross the river. The specific deposit is located as a vertical strip along the cliffside near the peak of the eastern hills. In this single spot, you can find five veins, which typically yield about ten units of this vital refinement material. Keep in mind that resources in the world are not infinite; our research indicates that ore respawn times exceed 24 in-game hours, so plan your crafting sessions accordingly.

Resource Overview: Refinement Materials

Material	Rarity	Primary Location	Usage
Iron / Copper	Common	Hernand Mines / General Ravines	Basic Gear Upgrades
Bloodstone	Rare	Rocca’s Hill (South Ravine)	Mid-Level Refinement
Garnet / Azurite	Rare	Northern Bridges / Ravines	Specialized Crafting
Abyss Artifact	Legendary	Abyss Challenges	End-game Refinement

As you explore further up the same ravine, you can also encounter Garnet and Azurite near the large northern bridge, alongside standard nodes of iron and copper.

How to Mine Ore Efficiently

If you are new to the life of a prospector in Pywel, the mining mechanics are straightforward but require the right tools. Here is the step-by-step process:

1. Access Equipment: Press F2 (PC) or the Left D-pad (Controller) to open your equipment wheel.
2. Equip the Tool: Select your pickaxe.
3. Aim: Hold CTRL (PC) or the Left Bumper (Controller) to steady your aim at the ore vein.
4. Extract: Left-click or press the Right Bumper to swing and harvest the materials.

Once you have secured your haul, visit a skilled blacksmith—such as Turnali in Hernand—to begin the refinement process. While Bloodstone is essential for mid-tier progression, remember that reaching the pinnacle of gear power will eventually require an Abyss Artifact for top-level mastery. For more deep dives into gaming hardware performance or the latest PC game guides, stay tuned to Digital Tech Explorer.