Learn how to cleanse the Sanctum of Renunciation in Crimson Desert, how to solve the secret puzzle, and deal with the Antumbra Order forces guarding it.
Where to find the Sanctum of Renunciation
You can find the Sanctum of Renunciation northeast of Drywind Valley and east of the Red River. Along the southern border of The Crimson Desert, very close to Deleysia.
Important: You will only be able to solve the Sanctum of Renunciation puzzle after meeting Areciel, the Witch of Strength.
The Sanctum is part of The Witch of Strength questline, which includes two more Sanctums you need to find and cleanse:
- Sanctum of Expiation
- Sanctum of Renunciation (this one)
- Sanctum of Revelation
Dealing with the Antumbra Order
You have to liberate the Sanctum first. Each Sanctum is guarded by forces of the Antumbra Order. The Antumbra Order is a group of religious zealots who believe that darkness can bring true balance to Pywel. Their way of worshipping is by offering human sacrifices.
Most of the enemies in the Sanctums fight with traditional melee weapons. However, a few of them fly and cast shadows that deal considerable damage. Having to deal with them while being overrun by the sword and axe wielders is not fun, but luckily for you, there is an easy way to get rid of them.
To kill these flying enemies, simply use Blinding Flash to reflect the light against them. There is no death animation; they just disappear.
Arrows or Aerial Force Palm can work as well, but I don’t recommend this slower and less efficient method because the NPCs are very fast.
How to Cleanse the Sanctum of Renunciation
Defeating all the Antumbra enemies in the area will trigger an animation. When it finishes, you will be facing stairs that lead to the generator. Turn back and enter the room with multiple bars on the sides. There are two gaps that give you access to the sides. One on the right side immediately after entering the room, and the second one on the left side at the opposite side.
Both cores are at the end of this small hall, behind the top, broken walls. You can grab them from a distance with Axiom Force and seal them in your Kuku Pot.
On your way back to the generator, you will see a big gap on the right wall. Get up there and then climb down.
Turn right and enter the room. Inside it, you will find a treasure chest that contains the Golden Greed Plate Helm. This helmet is part of the Golden Greet Plate Armor set.
Now you can go to the generator. Place the cores in their respective places and wait for the cinematic to begin.
Second (Secret) Puzzle
There is a hidden puzzle in this Sanctum. See the blue crystal at the front of the Sanctum? You have to use the Blinding Flash to redirect light directly into it. The circle with the little gems will start to rotate.
Make sure to focus the light only when a gem is passing through the circle at the top. A metallic sound will trigger when you do it correctly. I’d describe it as something metallic being hit with a sword.
Try to get used to the timing. That will make it easier for you. The piece that comes out of the Sanctum is the actual reward, not another part of the puzzle. Seal it away on your Kuku Pot.
If you have a custom keybind for Blinding Flash on a single button, this may prevent you from completing this puzzle and timing here is key.
Rewards
As a reward for cleansing the Sanctum of Renunciation, you will receive the Kuku Flamespitter blueprint.
The Core of Renunciation is the reward for completing the hidden puzzle. This item is used to craft some cool Kuku Pot items.
