The Words of Alustin is a simple main story quest in Crimson Desert, but it can be confusing if you are new to the game. The objective itself is straightforward, yet many players get stuck trying to locate and read the letter needed to progress. This guide explains each step clearly so you can complete the quest without any issues.
As the quest starts, head to the Hernand region. Open the map to find the exact location marked with an “X”.

Once you reach the location, a man will suddenly bump into you to give a letter and disappear into the crowd. After the collision, you will receive a letter in your inventory.

Read Alustin’s letter
The next objective is to read the letter you just received. Open your inventory and navigate to the tab where quest items are stored.
How to Locate Alustin’s Letter
To find the letter, you need to carefully check your inventory:
- Open your inventory
- Look through your document or item stacks
- Select each stack to open its contents
- Scroll through the list to find Alustin’s Letter

Once Alustin’s Letter is located. Select it and choose the option to examine it. Your character will then pull out the letter so you can read it. Once you finish viewing the letter, the quest will end.
