May 18, 2017
Black Desert - Black Desert Online


Are epic, large scale fights your interest, or do you prefer grouping up with your friends to take on smaller challenges? When facing bosses in Black Desert Online, you get to choose your battle! Check out the different types of bosses you can face, and some of their more interesting traits.

World Bosses



World bosses are challenging, and require a large group of players to ensure victory. Their rewards are worth the effort, however, as you will see! Let’s take look at a few of the World Bosses you can battle.



The Lord of Corruption, Kzarka, is said to have the destructive might of a god. He was sealed away centuries ago by an unknown sacred organization. During the turmoil of the war, a suspicious group took control of Kzarka’s Shrine, with the intent to resurrect him. Heidel has sent troops to retake the shrine, but every attempt has been met with failure.



Kzarka’s most powerful and deadly attack is his Breath. It can devastate large amounts of players, if you get caught in its path. When you defeat Kzarka, he has a chance to drop a Sealed Weapon Box, which you can open on any one character to receive a Kzarka weapon for your class.




This creature, shaped like a worm, is able to move only because an Ancient Shard embedded in it’s body functioned like a heart. It is said that Ancient Kutum used to live inside the Scarlet Sand Chamber, but when his heart fell silent, the doors sealed shut and the Chamber disappeared. Once again, however, the thunderous sound of Ancient Kutum’s heart has reopened the Scarlet Sand Chamber, allowing archaeologists and explorers to find its entrance.



Ancient Kutum will challenge you, testing your reflexes and adaptability. Dodge him while he burrows under the ground and speeds across his chamber, only to errupt from the ground, damage anyone close enough to his location. Kutum’s has an even more devastating attack, however, so be prepared! Much like Kzarka, Ancient Kutum has a chance to drop a Sealed Weapon Box. However, his weapon is a sub-weapon or offhand.


Field Bosses



While Field Bosses do not require quite as many players as World Bosses, the fights can still be intense! There are several Field Bosses you can defeat, each offering rewards like Silver and Black Stones. In addition to these rewards, specific bosses have a chance to drop rare armor pieces.



This creature was created to purify Black Crystal and its origin is completely unknown. The Dim Tree Spirit is hostile toward unnatural beings, including humans, and prevents them from entering the forest. It is terrified by fire, however, and whenever a flame is present, the Dim Tree Spirit will wait quietly until the fire dies out.



The Dim Tree Spirit is a fearsome enemy, using his massive arm-like appendages to knock players down, and deliver lethal attacks if you are not able to dodge out of the way, or block them. If you are able to triumph, however, he has a chance to drop a special chest piece of high quality.




Donatt was once the Chief of Glish. No one is sure if his is alive or dead, and many people still consider him missing. He had a deep fascination with Alchemy, second only to his greed, which caused villagers to fear and avoid him. As time wore on, Donatt’s mind started to fade. He caused a horrible explosion and as he finally finished his descent into madness, offered his soul for the Black Crystal to consume. This changed Donatt into a grotesque monster, built from the corpses and debris found around Glish. The monster is now known as the Giant Mudster and rumors suggest he still resides in the ruins of Old Glish.



This gruesome creature will attempt to crush anyone who approaches him, however he has more sinister attacks. Beware the spikes he summons from the ground, and make sure to get out of their range if you want to survive. Even long range players have something to fear once Giant Mudster burrows into the ground. Once he finds his target, he will surge up from the ground, intent on their destruction.


Scroll Bosses

Scroll bosses are smaller engagements that can be challenged by a single player, or a group. These scrolls are rewards from daily and weekly quests given to you by the Black Spirit. Right clicking the scroll will take you to the bosses location, where you can spawn it. Spawning the boss will automatically grant the summoner a quest for extra rewards like Black Stones and Hunter’s Seal exchange items.



There are a variety of challenges for you to overcome, stories for you to tell, and rewards to be won. Do you have what it takes?
May 18, 2017
Black Desert - Black Desert Online


Are epic, large scale fights your interest, or do you prefer grouping up with your friends to take on smaller challenges? When facing bosses in Black Desert Online, you get to choose your battle! Check out the different types of bosses you can face, and some of their more interesting traits.

World Bosses



World bosses are challenging, and require a large group of players to ensure victory. Their rewards are worth the effort, however, as you will see! Let’s take look at a few of the World Bosses you can battle.



The Lord of Corruption, Kzarka, is said to have the destructive might of a god. He was sealed away centuries ago by an unknown sacred organization. During the turmoil of the war, a suspicious group took control of Kzarka’s Shrine, with the intent to resurrect him. Heidel has sent troops to retake the shrine, but every attempt has been met with failure.



Kzarka’s most powerful and deadly attack is his Breath. It can devastate large amounts of players, if you get caught in its path. When you defeat Kzarka, he has a chance to drop a Sealed Weapon Box, which you can open on any one character to receive a Kzarka weapon for your class.




This creature, shaped like a worm, is able to move only because an Ancient Shard embedded in it’s body functioned like a heart. It is said that Ancient Kutum used to live inside the Scarlet Sand Chamber, but when his heart fell silent, the doors sealed shut and the Chamber disappeared. Once again, however, the thunderous sound of Ancient Kutum’s heart has reopened the Scarlet Sand Chamber, allowing archaeologists and explorers to find its entrance.



Ancient Kutum will challenge you, testing your reflexes and adaptability. Dodge him while he burrows under the ground and speeds across his chamber, only to errupt from the ground, damage anyone close enough to his location. Kutum’s has an even more devastating attack, however, so be prepared! Much like Kzarka, Ancient Kutum has a chance to drop a Sealed Weapon Box. However, his weapon is a sub-weapon or offhand.


Field Bosses



While Field Bosses do not require quite as many players as World Bosses, the fights can still be intense! There are several Field Bosses you can defeat, each offering rewards like Silver and Black Stones. In addition to these rewards, specific bosses have a chance to drop rare armor pieces.



This creature was created to purify Black Crystal and its origin is completely unknown. The Dim Tree Spirit is hostile toward unnatural beings, including humans, and prevents them from entering the forest. It is terrified by fire, however, and whenever a flame is present, the Dim Tree Spirit will wait quietly until the fire dies out.



The Dim Tree Spirit is a fearsome enemy, using his massive arm-like appendages to knock players down, and deliver lethal attacks if you are not able to dodge out of the way, or block them. If you are able to triumph, however, he has a chance to drop a special chest piece of high quality.




Donatt was once the Chief of Glish. No one is sure if his is alive or dead, and many people still consider him missing. He had a deep fascination with Alchemy, second only to his greed, which caused villagers to fear and avoid him. As time wore on, Donatt’s mind started to fade. He caused a horrible explosion and as he finally finished his descent into madness, offered his soul for the Black Crystal to consume. This changed Donatt into a grotesque monster, built from the corpses and debris found around Glish. The monster is now known as the Giant Mudster and rumors suggest he still resides in the ruins of Old Glish.



This gruesome creature will attempt to crush anyone who approaches him, however he has more sinister attacks. Beware the spikes he summons from the ground, and make sure to get out of their range if you want to survive. Even long range players have something to fear once Giant Mudster burrows into the ground. Once he finds his target, he will surge up from the ground, intent on their destruction.


Scroll Bosses

Scroll bosses are smaller engagements that can be challenged by a single player, or a group. These scrolls are rewards from daily and weekly quests given to you by the Black Spirit. Right clicking the scroll will take you to the bosses location, where you can spawn it. Spawning the boss will automatically grant the summoner a quest for extra rewards like Black Stones and Hunter’s Seal exchange items.



There are a variety of challenges for you to overcome, stories for you to tell, and rewards to be won. Do you have what it takes?
May 17, 2017
Black Desert - Black Desert Online


In one week, Black Desert Online comes to Steam. To celebrate, the newly revealed Striker class will join Black Desert Online’s roster, bringing the total number of playable classes to 14. The Striker’s combat style combines both classic martial arts as well as popular street-fighting techniques. Employing precise footwork, he fights bare-handed to overcome his foes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAuKd_d5UDM
The Striker uses his Gauntlet as a main weapon and has the Vambrace as secondary weapon. This fast, agile class plays unlike any of the existing classes and is perfect for players who are looking for a challenging, fresh way to enjoy Black Desert Online.

May 17, 2017
Black Desert - Black Desert Online


In one week, Black Desert Online comes to Steam. To celebrate, the newly revealed Striker class will join Black Desert Online’s roster, bringing the total number of playable classes to 14. The Striker’s combat style combines both classic martial arts as well as popular street-fighting techniques. Employing precise footwork, he fights bare-handed to overcome his foes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAuKd_d5UDM
The Striker uses his Gauntlet as a main weapon and has the Vambrace as secondary weapon. This fast, agile class plays unlike any of the existing classes and is perfect for players who are looking for a challenging, fresh way to enjoy Black Desert Online.

May 16, 2017
Black Desert - Black Desert Online


In Black Desert Online, horses are an integral part of any Adventurer’s travel plans. Their speed and stamina make them ideal for traveling long distances, and with the right equipment, you can even ride your steed into battle!

You can purchase Horse Emblems from Stable Merchants, however, these are not ideal for long term use. To get faster, stronger horses, Taming is the best option. With a few coils of rope and sugar lumps, you can capture a wild horse, and take it back to your stable. Once you have registered your horse with the Stable Keeper, you have several options.



If you have captured a male and a female, you can breed your horses together to make even better steeds! If Breeding doesn’t appeal to you, you can level your horse, or put it up for sale on the Horse Market. There is even an Imperial Trader who will take horses in exchange for Silver and Imperial Tokens, which you can turn in for fantastic rewards!
May 16, 2017
Black Desert - Black Desert Online


In Black Desert Online, horses are an integral part of any Adventurer’s travel plans. Their speed and stamina make them ideal for traveling long distances, and with the right equipment, you can even ride your steed into battle!

You can purchase Horse Emblems from Stable Merchants, however, these are not ideal for long term use. To get faster, stronger horses, Taming is the best option. With a few coils of rope and sugar lumps, you can capture a wild horse, and take it back to your stable. Once you have registered your horse with the Stable Keeper, you have several options.



If you have captured a male and a female, you can breed your horses together to make even better steeds! If Breeding doesn’t appeal to you, you can level your horse, or put it up for sale on the Horse Market. There is even an Imperial Trader who will take horses in exchange for Silver and Imperial Tokens, which you can turn in for fantastic rewards!
May 15, 2017
Black Desert - Black Desert Online


In Black Desert Online, Trading does not refer to exchanging items with fellow players. Instead, this is a Life Skill that allows you to buy and sell items called Trade Packs to Trade NPC’s. You can also get trade items from Gathering, Fishing and Crafting, just to name a few.



Each Trade Pack has an origin, letting you know where it came from or was crafted. The farther from the place of origin you sell your Trade Pack, the more profit you gain. To access this bonus, however, you must connect the nodes between the Trade Pack’s Origin and your destination.



In addition to the Distance Bonus, the Market Price is also important to trade. Selling the same Trade Packs to one Trader will cause the Market Price to drop as demand decreases.

Occasionally, you will encounter Trade Events at specific towns. This increases the Market Price of items by 200%, so make sure to keep your eyes open!

May 15, 2017
Black Desert - Black Desert Online


In Black Desert Online, Trading does not refer to exchanging items with fellow players. Instead, this is a Life Skill that allows you to buy and sell items called Trade Packs to Trade NPC’s. You can also get trade items from Gathering, Fishing and Crafting, just to name a few.



Each Trade Pack has an origin, letting you know where it came from or was crafted. The farther from the place of origin you sell your Trade Pack, the more profit you gain. To access this bonus, however, you must connect the nodes between the Trade Pack’s Origin and your destination.



In addition to the Distance Bonus, the Market Price is also important to trade. Selling the same Trade Packs to one Trader will cause the Market Price to drop as demand decreases.

Occasionally, you will encounter Trade Events at specific towns. This increases the Market Price of items by 200%, so make sure to keep your eyes open!

May 11, 2017
Black Desert - Black Desert Online


Buffs and Stat boosts are an essential part of any Adventurer’s arsenal, but shelling out hard won Silver might make anyone wary of using the Marketplace to stock up. Cooking and Alchemy allow you to craft what you need, but where to start? 

To craft an item, you first need a recipe to follow. In Black Desert Online, you don’t have a recipe book that automatically adds new crafting items as you level. Cooperate with other players, or experiment on your own, to learn recipes for the items you want to craft.



Once you have your recipe prepared, you will need materials, and a crafting station to prepare them in. For Cooking, this is a Cooking Utensil, whereas Alchemy uses an Alchemy Tool. Just make sure that you only put in the exact number of materials from the recipe, or they will be destroyed!

Successfully completing a craft rewards you with bonus items that can be turned in for useful rewards, such as Silver and CP (Contribution Points), in addition to having a chance to produce higher quality versions of the crafted item. 

May 11, 2017
Black Desert - Black Desert Online


Buffs and Stat boosts are an essential part of any Adventurer’s arsenal, but shelling out hard won Silver might make anyone wary of using the Marketplace to stock up. Cooking and Alchemy allow you to craft what you need, but where to start? 

To craft an item, you first need a recipe to follow. In Black Desert Online, you don’t have a recipe book that automatically adds new crafting items as you level. Cooperate with other players, or experiment on your own, to learn recipes for the items you want to craft.



Once you have your recipe prepared, you will need materials, and a crafting station to prepare them in. For Cooking, this is a Cooking Utensil, whereas Alchemy uses an Alchemy Tool. Just make sure that you only put in the exact number of materials from the recipe, or they will be destroyed!

Successfully completing a craft rewards you with bonus items that can be turned in for useful rewards, such as Silver and CP (Contribution Points), in addition to having a chance to produce higher quality versions of the crafted item. 

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