The Mace of Betrayal is a unique one-handed mace in Crimson Desert, formerly belonging to Cassius Morten (the traitor). It features a solid base with Abyss Core slots for customization and performs well against humanoid enemies.
Stats (Base / +0 Refinement)
- Attack: 11
- Critical Rate: Lv.1
- Attack Speed: Lv.1
- +4% damage to humanoids
- 3 Abyss Core slots
It can be refined at a blacksmith for higher attack (up to 33 at +10 with Critical Rate Lv.2), using materials like Iron Ore, Copper Ore, Bloodstone, Scolecite Ore, Aeserion’s Scale, and Abyss Artifacts. Higher refinements increase Attack while keeping the other bonuses.
Requirements to Obtain
- Progress the main story to at least Chapter 6 (or after certain boss fights in/around Calphade Castle) to access the relevant area safely.
- Equip a Mask — Stealing items requires wearing a mask; otherwise the “Steal” prompt won’t appear (it stays greyed out).
- Buy one cheaply (10 Copper) from a back-alley/shady vendor south/southeast of Hernand Castle (near a small windmill or livestock fence area).
- Loot randomly from bandits in the Hernand region (common drop).
- Some early bounties or quests may reward one.
- Note: Stealing reduces faction reputation slightly. If guards spot you, you risk jail time (and losing the mask). Save beforehand if needed.
Exact Location: Calphade Castle Tower (Often Called Calpheon/Calphade in Guides)
The mace sits on the ground in an otherwise empty room at the upper level of a central watchtower/hoarding inside Calphade Castle (Hernand region; note that “Calpheon” in some player descriptions likely refers to this Calphade location).
Step-by-step to reach it:
- Travel to Calphade Castle (unlocks progressively via story; it’s a major fortress in the Hernand area).
- Head to the central/main towers or the watchtower area (one guide mentions the tower on the right or in the very center; another notes it’s on the left when facing the castle, or right after exiting a boss fight area).
- Approach the backside of the target tower.
- Climb the tower wall/exterior (parkour-style).
- Enter through a window entrance (usually on the south side; there are typically two windows to choose from). This leads directly into the empty upper room.
- Equip your Mask if not already on.
- Interact with the mace on the floor — the prompt will say “Steal”. Take it.
The room is bare except for the mace, so it’s hard to miss once inside. Some players find it right after story events in the castle.
Tips:
- The mace looks cool and pairs nicely with humanoid-heavy fights. It’s the same weapon type used by a certain boss.
- Refining early boosts its viability.
- If the area feels restricted, advance the main quest a bit more (e.g., related to Calphade siege or betrayal-themed events).
This is a missable secret weapon that many players overlook without climbing and stealing. Enjoy the betrayal-themed loot! If you’re having trouble spotting the exact tower, check community videos for visual walkthroughs of the climb and window entry.
