Frozen Anguish Crimson Desert: How to get this sword

Alexandre Jollier March 26, 2026 at 7:20 PM

In brief

Frozen Anguish is an impressive two-handed sword to recover in Crimson Desert. Located at the Spire of Frost in the northern region of Demeniss, it can be found in a treasure chest accessible after unlocking the entrance with the Turning Slash skill.

In Crimson Desert, Frozen Anguish is an imposing two-handed sword adorned with spikes. In this guide, we'll give you all the information you need to get it, and we'll also take a look at its stats.

Where to find Frozen Anguish

You need to retrieve Frozen Anguish at the Spire of Frost site, in the northern region of Demeniss. To help you find this location, check out the map below.

The entrance is locked. To open it, use the Turning Slash skill (R1+R2) on the lantern outside the door, then interact with it to light it up. Once the door is open, step forward and look under the spiral staircase. A treasure chest awaits you there, containing of course a toaster. Oops... no, Frozen Anguish obviously!

Tips for surviving

The area is populated by flying enemies that can become problematic if your level isn't very high. If you come under attack, remember to use healing skills to survive while you dodge their assaults.

Before entering this area, it's wise to equip armor that benefits from cold resistance so you don't freeze on the spot (what an anguish... a frozen one!).

Frozen Anguish stats

Frozen Anguish is a must-have item; here's an overview of its characteristics:

Type	Two-handed weapon
Attack	25
Attack speed	Level 1
Refinement	4
Abyssal gear	Stamina Siphon Lv 1 Attack Speed 1 Attack 1 Empty Empty

Note

Frozen Anguish has good damage potential, even without upgrades. It has no special attack, but its base power can be enough to make it an interesting weapon.

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Frequently asked questions

Where exactly is Frozen Anguish located in Crimson Desert?

The sword is found at the Spire of Frost, located in the northern region of Demeniss. It's contained in a treasure chest placed beneath the spiral staircase, after passing through the entrance door.

How do you open the entrance door to the Spire of Frost?

Use the Turning Slash skill (R1+R2) on the lantern outside the door, then interact with it to light it and open the door.

What level is recommended to safely retrieve Frozen Anguish?

There's no specified minimum level, but it's wise to be at a sufficient level to face the flying enemies present in the area. Equip armor with cold resistance and healing skills.

Does Frozen Anguish have a special attack?

No, Frozen Anguish doesn't have a special attack. However, its base power (25 attack) is enough to make it an interesting weapon without any further upgrades.

Key takeaways

Frozen Anguish is found at the Spire of Frost, in the northern region of Demeniss, in a chest beneath the spiral staircase.
Use the Turning Slash skill (R1+R2) on the lantern to open the locked entrance door.
Equip armor with cold resistance before entering this dangerous area.
The weapon offers a base attack of 25 with good damage potential without any further upgrades.
Watch out for flying enemies: use healing skills to survive their assaults.