How to Get the Frozen Anguish in Crimson Desert and Master the Stamina Transference Abyss Gear

A fantasy scene split into two: a snow-covered castle on a mountain, and a black-armored warrior holding a large sword against a clear blue sky.

A fantasy scene split into two: a snow-covered castle on a mountain, and a black-armored warrior holding a large sword against a clear blue sky.
  • Primary Subject: Crimson Desert (Version 1.00.03 / 1.00.04)
  • Key Update: Players can obtain the "Frozen Anguish," a top-tier two-handed weapon featuring a unique Stamina Transference siphon and three pre-slotted Abyss Gear traits.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: March 26, 2026
  • Quick Answer: To find Frozen Anguish, go to the Eye of Ice in Demeniss, climb the Spire of Frost, light the frozen lantern, and open the chest.

The Frozen Anguish is arguably one of the best two-handed weapons in Crimson Desert, and you can get your hands on it.

With its raw damage and unique utility, it's no surprise that Frozen Anguish has received much love from Crimson Desert's player base. It can be a difficult journey trying to get your hands on it, but we have all the details on how to make the trek and score this amazing weapon.

Here's everything you need to know about finding Frozen Anguish.

How to Find Frozen Anguish in Crimson Desert

To find Frozen Anguish, you'll need to go to the Eye of Ice in the northern part of Demeniss. Once you're there, you'll have to make the trek to Spire of Frost, a dangerous tower covered in ice behind the mountains.

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Credit: Pearl Abyss

The area is freezing cold - you might freeze to death. To combat this, wear gear with ice resistance or stock up on food that will protect you from the cold. There are also plenty of enemies in the enemy, which might pose a threat to getting Frozen Anguish. It's highly recommended to eliminate them to get to the weapon.

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Once you're in the Spire of Frost, head up the staircase. Be careful, as the steps are slippery. You can jump over the icy spots to get past them. Once you've climbed the stairs, you'll find a lantern covered in ice. Use your weapon to break the ice.

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Credit: Pearl Abyss

Once the lantern is free of ice, interact with it to light it. This serves as the key to enter the Spire of Ice.

Enter the Spire of Ice and go to the left side of the ice pillar. Check under the staircase, and you'll find a Treasure Chest. Interact with it to open and obtain the unique two-handed weapon, Frozen Anguish.

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Why is Frozen Anguish a Good Weapon in Crimson Desert

The best thing about Frozen Anguish is its built-in stamina siphon, the Stamina Transference Abyss Gear. This means that while attacking, you can regain stamina. This is amazing for two-handed weapons, which are heavy and require a high amount of endurance.

Game inventory screen showing various items, stats, and a character named Kliff equipped with a "Frozen Anguish" weapon, overlooking a mountain vista.
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Credit: Pearl Abyss

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It also has massive base damage and can destroy high-level enemies easily, which helps if you get it early. It also comes with 5 Abyss Gear Slots and automatically has Stamina Transference, Gale I, and Destruction I. With 2 free slots, you can enhance its stats or add elemental effects.

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