How to solve the Five Finger Mountain puzzle in Crimson Desert

You'll need both hands.

If you want to get access to the Abyss Cresset at Five Finger Mountain in Crimson Desert, you will first need to solve a puzzle. This is a pretty easy puzzle overall, but figuring out exactly what you need to do is a little tricky, so this guide will break down what you need to do.

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How to solve the Five Finger Mountain puzzle in Crimson Desert

This puzzle involves sliding some large stones around to reveal hidden targets, then matching icons on those targets to the items held by the statue in the center of the puzzle. The statue is holding an axe on its back, a sword in its hand, and a shield rests in front of it. Left to right, that is the order in which we plan to have these shown on our hidden targets.

Now, look at the three large blocks with the steel cables running to them. Go to the one on the left as you face the statue, then push it forward until it won't move any farther. As you do, you will notice a slab in the wall ahead rising up, revealing a wooden target. The target has multiple sides and will spin if you shoot it with an arrow.

Just on the stone you were pushing, then quickly shoot it to reveal that axe icon. When the icon is in the right position, it will glow blue, and it's important to note that you do need it to stay there for this puzzle. If it moves too far in the other direction, shoot it to move it the other way. Remember, the closer you shoot to the center, the more gentle the movement will be. You might need to repeat this step if the slab comes down, forcing you to push the stone again.

Do the same thing with the other two stones and set the icons to sword, then shield, and make sure they are stuck on blue as the slab comes down. When you get the third one lined up, the statue will disappear, and you will find the Abyss Cresset behind it.

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