Stuck on the Southern Court Strongbox in Crimson Desert? You’re not alone. While these puzzles are a core part of the game’s exploration, the lack of in-game clues often turns them into frustrating trial-and-error sessions. JobApply24 Here’s the clean, no-fluff guide you need.
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Southern Court Strongbox — Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Location | Southern Court, Demeniss Region |
| Floor | Second Floor (Blue Room) |
| Puzzle Type | Sequential Button Press |
| Number of Buttons | 4 Buttons |
| Reward | Witch’s Earring |
| Boss to Defeat First | New Moon Reaper |
How to Get There
Similar to the Western Court, the Southern Court needs to be liberated by taking care of the enemies and defeating the New Moon Reaper boss first
Once cleared, enter through the back of the area where there are no guards and sneak up undetected. Climb over the wall from the back of the manor and head up to the 2nd floor — no guards will spot you coming in from this angle. Careers360
How to Solve the Southern Court Strongbox Puzzle
The Strongbox features four buttons, and you need to press them in the correct order to solve the puzzle. Here’s the exact sequence: JobApply24
Step-by-Step Button Order:
- ✅ Press the 1st button (left corner)
- ✅ Press the 2nd button (right next to the first)
If you press the buttons in the correct order, the panels on the Strongbox will turn to display a painting of a knight. Press F to unlock the Strongbox and open the Small box. JobApply24
Reward: Witch’s Earring
Opening the box will get you the Witch’s Earring Shiksha — a rare accessory worth grabbing early for progression. Don’t forget you’ll need your Mask equipped to steal the reward without triggering guards.
💡 Pro Tip: Pick up a Mask and at least one Key from the Back Alley Shop in Hernand City before heading to any strongbox. Both cost only a few bronze coins and save a lot of frustration. Careers360
More Strongboxes Worth Hunting
Strongboxes are high-tier treasure chests containing very rare rewards like recipes and unique, powerful weapons Careers360 — making them some of the best loot in the game. There are 15 scattered across the Hernand, Demeniss, and Pailune regions, each with a unique puzzle type.
For more Crimson Desert tips, boss guides, and gaming news, check out TechnoSports’ gaming coverage. Crimson Desert is developed by Pearl Abyss — learn more about the studio on Wikipedia.
FAQs
Q: What is the reward for the Southern Court Strongbox in Crimson Desert?
The reward for completing the Southern Court Strongbox Puzzle is the Witch’s Earring, collected by opening the small box after solving the puzzle.
Q: Do you need to defeat a boss before solving the Southern Court Strongbox?
Yes — the Southern Court must first be liberated by defeating the New Moon Reaper boss before you can safely access the puzzle room.
