If you venture into Crimson Desert into the southeastern forests of Hernand, you will quickly get knocked out. How you can still get to the hidden village and what awaits you there, you will find out here.
What kind of village is this? If you travel into the forests in southeastern Hernand, you will quickly realize that you won’t get far. Because at some point, some Shai children will appear, knock you out, and drag you out of the forest.
But accessing their village called Pororin is definitely worthwhile, and it’s not hard to do once you know how. Therefore, we’ll show you how to get into the hidden village and why it’s worth pursuing.
In the vicinity of the region, you will also find the legendary horse Rokade:
How to gain access to the village Pororin and the forests
How do you get in? Even though it sounds strange at first: To get the quest, you have to endure getting knocked out and dragged a few times. Eventually, a Shai girl named Arkin will appear, who gives you a quest – in return, she ensures that you can enter the forest and the village Pororin without hindrance.
For the quest, Arkin will take you to the Wind Forest Spirit Offin, who is wearing a relic on his head. Climb onto the running tree from behind and retrieve the relic for Arkin. She will thank you, and from then on you can enter the area in the forest and the village Pororin undisturbed.
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Pet Armor, Research Institute, and Recipe for Powerfist Herb Candies – Why the Quest is Worth It
Why is the village worthwhile? In the village, there are several things that make completing the quest worthwhile. Because in and around Pororin, you can find some useful merchants and facilities that you should not miss.
Research Institute & Recipe for Powerfist Herb Candies
Particularly worthwhile is the research lab in the southern area of the Pororin settlement. There you can unlock new recipes and upgrades. This includes the powerful recipe for Powerfist Herb Candies, which allow you to revive yourself on the spot of death.
To research the corresponding points, you need to gather knowledge about the Shai and the village Pororin by completing the side quests there. Once you have met the requirements, you can commission the corresponding research for the required resources.

Pet Armors
In the northeast of the village, you will find a merchant with a paw symbol. There you can buy cosmetic armors and outfits for your dogs and cats.

However, they have no stats or benefits and are purely cosmetic. However, you can only get them there, which is why the village is essential for fashion enthusiasts.
Crimson Desert is a game that doesn’t exactly hold your hand. Much is explained little or not at all. While this encourages experimentation and puzzling, it can also quickly lead to frustration. If you’re stuck or need help, check out our guide overview or leave us a comment if you can’t find what you’re looking for: Crimson Desert: All guides, tips, and lists at a glance