The "Contradiction" quest in Crimson Desert demands keen observation and inferential skills, often relying on subtle cues and wordplay within suspect testimonies. This comprehensive guide simplifies the process, offering clear solutions to navigate the quest's complexities and successfully identify the culprit.
To successfully conclude the "Contradiction" quest in Crimson Desert, players must return to the Institute Steward in Scholastone's library after finishing "The Missing Forbidden Book." The Steward will review testimonies and pose five critical questions, which players must answer accurately. Providing incorrect responses will reset the entire sequence, necessitating a restart from the beginning of the question-and-answer session. Following the correct sequence of answers leads to the identification and apprehension of the thief, ultimately rewarding players with a valuable in-game item.
Solving the "Contradiction" Quest in Crimson Desert
The "Contradiction" quest initiates immediately after the completion of "The Missing Forbidden Book," directing players back to the Scholastone library. Here, the Institute Steward will engage the player in a critical review of suspect testimonies, presenting five key questions that require precise answers. Success hinges on correctly deducing the truth from the often-misleading statements of the suspects, ensuring all five questions are answered without error to avoid restarting the interrogation process. This methodical approach is essential for advancing the quest and uncovering the identity of the forbidden book's thief.
Upon returning to the library and interacting with the Institute Steward, players will be tasked with providing input on five crucial points derived from various testimonies. The sequence of questions covers different suspects, including the treasurer, Grunil, Tarho, Almenso the guard, and a final unnamed individual. Each question probes a specific detail from their accounts, and the player must select the correct statement that aligns with the factual discrepancies or confirmations known to the Steward. This process culminates in the Steward revealing their own conclusion, based on internal knowledge rather than solely on the player's deductions, which then directs the player to apprehend the actual thief, Javier, near the archive. Successfully doing so, by tying him up and bringing him to the designated plaza, grants the player the Kinetic Dolphin Family statue as a reward.
Unveiling the Institute Steward's Questions and Their Solutions
The Institute Steward's interrogation is central to the "Contradiction" quest, featuring five specific questions designed to test the player's understanding of the suspect testimonies. Answering these questions accurately is paramount, as a single error will force a complete restart of the sequence. The questions cover statements from various individuals involved in the investigation, each requiring a precise recall of details that either confirm or refute their claims, ultimately leading to the identification of the true culprit behind the missing forbidden book.
The first question concerns the treasurer, with the correct answer being that he "Heard there was a meeting with a noble out of town that day." Next, when asked about Grunil, the correct response is that "They were at the lab with Tarho all day, and reckon the guard's the one acting suspicious." For the third question regarding Tarho's observation, the accurate answer states, "While working on their research with Grunil, they stopped by the library and got scolded by the librarian." Proceeding to Almenso, the guard, the correct information is that "It seems the library has record of everyone's visits, except Raphael." Finally, the last question requires recalling the unnamed suspect's statement, with the correct selection being "They insist they couldn't have stolen it — since they didn't know about the forbidden books or the ancient language." After providing these correct answers, the Steward will reveal Javier as the thief, prompting the player to locate and capture him to conclude the quest and receive the Kinetic Dolphin Family statue.
