In Crimson Desert, your character’s growth isn’t just about combat levels—it’s about Research. By assisting various institutes across Pywel, you can unlock game-changing blueprints, increase your stat caps, and even secure an infinite supply of arrows.

Key Research Mechanics

  • Progression: Most research requires a prerequisite quest for the head researcher.
  • Time: Once started, research takes 14 in-game hours to complete.
  • Knowledge Gathering: After the first tier, you must often talk to assistants or observe machinery in the area to gain “Knowledge” before the next tier unlocks.
  • Remote Check: Press Y (Xbox) / Triangle (PS) on a village icon on the map to check research progress without traveling.

1. Scholastone Institute (The Sky & Abyss Specialist)

Located in the northern regions, this institute is run by the orc Grunvar. It becomes accessible from Chapter 5.

Research GoalKey RewardCost
Abyssal EnergyIncreases Max Health beyond the cap130 Silver
Cloudcart AltitudeAllows Hot Air Balloons to reach the Abyss100 Silver
Abyss Device Res.Craft ATAG Thrustpack MK II & III500 Silver
Cloudcart EfficiencyUnlocks the Cloudcruiser craft mission9 Silver
Skyroot CultivationAllows harvesting seeds from Skyroot90 Silver

2. Pororin Village (The Nature & Alchemy Specialist)

Pororin is a hidden Shai village Southeast of Hernand.

  • How to Enter: You’ll be darted upon approach. Wake up, talk to the Shai, and retrieve a relic from a Giant Walking Tree (climb its legs to reach the head).
Research GoalKey RewardCost
Getting Closer to NatureInfinite Arrow Supply + Shadowleaf Blueprint1.10 Silver
Palmar LeafIncreases Infinite Arrow supply rate9 Silver
Wild GinsengIncreases Inventory/Container capacity130 Silver
Plant CombinationUnlocks Freya’s, Meliara’s, and Haiden’s Elixirs120 Silver
Secret Tools of LifeCraft Magic Scythe and Pororin Fishing Rod500 Silver

3. Urdavah Research (The Desert & Bio-Energy Specialist)

Found in the desert city of Urdavah, this branch focuses on stamina and specialized gear.

  • Red Seaweed Research: Essential for leveling up Stamina beyond the initial cap.
  • Bioenergy Amplification: Makes all cooked food more potent (longer buffs).
  • Wind Energy Fusion: Unlocks crafting for the Propeller Spear, Gale Shield, and Air Blaster.
  • High Capacity Energy: Unlocks ATAG Plating MK II and III (Defense upgrades).
  • Circulating Energy: Grants blueprints for high-tier Accessories.

⚠️ Important: Troubleshooting Research

If your research seems “stuck” even after 14 hours:

  1. Check for Side Quests: Researchers often halt work until you complete a local task (e.g., investigating a “False Starwort” habitat).
  2. Physical Turn-in: You must return to the researcher in person to collect the rewards of the first research in a tree before the others become buyable.