Crimson Desert: Haunted Hill Puzzle (Drain the Water)
How to solve the Haunted Hill Ancient Ruins puzzle in Crimson Desert — learn Nature's Snare from the NPC and drain the pool across two pumps.
Quick Answer
The Haunted Hill ruins are in central Hernand, between the 'N' and 'D' at the mysterious-energy mark. Aim your lantern at the person at the ruins to learn Nature's Snare, then use it (Focus + spin) on the windmill pump to drain half the pool. Move to the second pump (stand on the ledge), recharge spirit, and drain the rest. Claim the Abyss Artifact and a fast travel point.
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Haunted Hill is a water-drain puzzle with a twist — you actually learn Nature’s Snare right here by watching an NPC. Then it’s the familiar two-pump drain.
Short Answer
The ruins are in central Hernand, between the “N” and “D” at the mysterious-energy mark. Aim your lantern at the person at the ruins to learn Nature’s Snare, then use it (Focus + spin) on the windmill pump to drain half the pool. Move to the second pump (stand on the ledge), recharge spirit, and drain the rest. Claim the Abyss Cresset for your artifact and a fast travel point.
Key Takeaways
- Location: central Hernand, between the N and D at the mysterious-energy mark.
- Learn Nature’s Snare by aiming your lantern at the NPC at the ruins.
- Drain the first pump (half), then the second pump (rest) — recharge spirit between them.
- Reward: Abyss Artifact (unlocks skills, stat boosts) + fast travel point.
How Do You Solve the Haunted Hill Puzzle?
- Learn the skill. Aim your lantern at the person standing at the ruins — this teaches you Nature’s Snare.
- First pump. With full spirit, use Nature’s Snare (Focus + spinning) on the windmill pump (two cups) to drain half the pool.
- Second pump. Move to the second pump lower in the water — stand on the ledge for a good angle — recharge spirit if needed, and drain the rest.
- Claim it. Take the Abyss Cresset for your artifact and a new fast travel point.
FAQ
Where is the Haunted Hill puzzle?
In central Hernand, between the “N” and “D” at the mysterious-energy question mark.
How do you learn Nature’s Snare here?
Aim your lantern at the NPC standing at the ruins — observing them teaches you the Nature’s Snare ability needed to power the pumps.
Why can’t I drain the second pump?
You likely ran out of spirit. Recharge fully before using Nature’s Snare on the second pump.
Related Guides
- Crimson Desert: Silver Wolf Mountain Ruins Puzzle — the same two-pump drain mechanic.
- Crimson Desert: Beardtree Hills Sunflower Ruins Puzzle — another Nature’s Snare drain puzzle.
Sources
- Haunted Hill Puzzle Crimson Desert | How to Drain the Water (Nature’s Snare) — original video walkthrough by Fusion Thunder.
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