The Delesyian Longsword stands out as one of the strongest early-accessible two-handed swords in Crimson Desert. This unique weapon delivers solid base damage and comes pre-equipped with the powerful Life Transference Abyss Gear, which provides health siphon (passive healing on hits).
It excels in aggressive melee playstyles, letting you stay in the fight longer without chugging potions during exploration or mob clears in the vast world of Pywel.
Why the Delesyian Longsword Is Worth Grabbing
- Excellent early-to-mid game two-handed sword with built-in sustain.
- Life Transference Lv 1 turns every successful hit into minor health restoration—perfect for prolonged combats and group fights.
- High critical rate and decent attack speed for its class.
- No major boss required; accessible via exploration and the Abyss Nexus system.
- Scales well with upgrades and pairs beautifully with other Abyss Gears for custom builds.
Many players consider it one of the best “hidden” weapons for survivability-focused sword users.
Exact Location: How to Find the Delesyian Longsword
The Delesyian Longsword hides inside a secret chamber in the Sanctum of Veneration, located near Mount Benus in the Delesyia region (close to the Blue Thicket area).
Requirements:
- Progress the main story to the Witches questline (around Chapter 5) to unlock Abyss Nexuses. These fast-travel points let you reach Delesyia early without full region progression.
- No keys, boss fights, or complex puzzles needed for the sword itself.
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Fast-travel to Delesyia via an Abyss Nexus and head toward the Sanctum of Veneration near Mount Benus / Blue Thicket.
- Enter the sanctum and clear any cultists if present (optional for the sword).
- Inside, locate the staircase leading to the upper level.
- At the top, turn left and look for a vine-covered wall with an arch-like structure — this is the hidden entry.
- Climb the wall partially (about 3 climb animations) to get into position.
- Use your focus ability (Force Palm) to push open the concealed passage.
- Enter the newly revealed hidden chamber and open the glowing chest to claim the Delesyian Longsword.
Pro Tip: The sanctum may have enemies, but the secret room itself is safe. Use climbing and focus liberally—it’s a great way to practice environmental interaction.
Delesyian Longsword Stats
- Weapon Type: Two-Handed Sword
- Base Attack: 23 (+ scaling with upgrades/refinement)
- Critical Rate: Level 2
- Attack Speed: Level 1
- Special Effects: Health Siphon (Life Transference Lv 1)
- Bonus Effects: Attack Speed +1, Attack +1 (from the embedded Abyss Gear)
- Sell Value: Approximately 18.64 silver (don’t sell it!)
The sword feels weighty and powerful in combat, with the health return making it forgiving for players who like trading blows.
Life Transference Abyss Gear: Effects and How It Works
Life Transference Lv1 is the standout feature of this weapon. This embedded Abyss Gear grants a health siphon effect:
- Every time you hit an enemy, you restore a small amount of health.
- It shines in sustained fights and against groups — multiple hits quickly top you up.
- Passive activation: No need to trigger manually; it works as long as the sword is equipped.
- Great for exploration-heavy sessions where healing items are limited.
How Abyss Gears Work in General:
- Abyss Gears socket into weapons and armor to add unique effects, stat boosts, or new abilities.
- Some gear (like this longsword) comes with pre-embedded gears.
- Later, visit a witch (unlocked via story) to embed, extract, or craft new Abyss Gears into open sockets.
- You can mix and match for broken builds—pair Life Transference with stamina or spirit transference gears for near-infinite sustain.
Tips for Using the Delesyian Longsword Effectively
- Equip it as your main two-handed weapon for melee-focused Kliff builds.
- Combine with aggressive skills and combos to maximize healing from Life Transference.
- Upgrade at blacksmiths using refinement materials and grown stones to boost its scaling.
- Pair with armor that offers damage resistance or stamina recovery for even better tankiness.
- Use it during mob clears in Delesyia or while farming resources—the self-healing reduces downtime.
- Swap to faster weapons for bosses if needed, but keep this as a reliable explorer’s blade.
Note on Early Access: While technically in a later region, Abyss Nexuses let curious players grab it sooner than expected. Experiment with fast travel to break progression!
How to Upgrade and Customize Further
- Refine and enhance the sword at any smithy.
- Once you unlock Witchcraft, extract Life Transference if you want to move it to another weapon, or socket additional gears for hybrid builds (e.g., add crit damage or elemental effects).
- Check your gear menu to see socket slots — some weapons start with them open.
The Delesyian Longsword + Life Transference combo rewards bold, close-range play and makes survival feel rewarding in Crimson Desert’s brutal combat.
Have you snagged the Delesyian Longsword yet? How does the health siphon feel in your build? Share your favorite Abyss Gear combinations or other hidden weapon locations in the comments!
For more Crimson Desert guides, check out the following:
- Where to Find Beds in Crimson Desert for Sleeping and Resting
- Crimson Desert Helm of Knowledge Location Guide
Happy slashing through the deserts of Pywel!
Last updated: March 2026 — Based on launch and early patch mechanics.
