Crimson Desert’s latest update brings a bunch of new features and fixes. There’s a new material extraction option at the Smithys and a claw machine you can try out. Plus, several new mounts are now available for players to ride across the game world.
One of the most interesting and adorable mounts is the Kuku Bird. Similar to the Chocobo from Final Fantasy, it’s a big bird you can hatch and ride. Here’s what you need to know about how to get your own Kuku Bird and where to find its egg.
Kuku Bird Egg Location
Your first step is to find the egg. Head to the Bloodsteel Camp in the southern part of Demeniss. If you haven’t cleared this camp yet, you’ll need to fight off all the bandits occupying it. There are quite a few enemies here, so be prepared for a tough fight.
These enemies tend to use bows, so expect lots of ranged attacks. It’s helpful to use explosive arrows if you have them—these can take out their towers and other structures easily. Inside the camp, you’ll find the bandit boss, Bradie Gu, who wields a large saw as a weapon. The fight is straightforward since his attacks are mostly slow to wind up, making them easy to dodge if you pay attention.
Once you’ve defeated enough enemies to clear the camp, the top left corner will show a percentage bar. When this drops to zero, the camp is safe to explore. Go back to where you fought the boss and look at the right side of the makeshift throne. Just below the tower’s roof, you’ll notice part of the tower wall acting as a hidden door. Climb onto the tower, hold the Left Trigger to embed yourself into the wall, and use a Force Palm strike. This action will spin the wall open, revealing a secret room inside the tower. Here, you’ll find the Kuku Bird Egg and a book with information about different Kuku Birds.
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How to Hatch the Kuku Bird Egg
Once you have the egg, hatching it is simple. Travel to the northern part of Demeniss, south of the Grey Rock Quarry. Climb a small mountain there until you reach a forest with a large circle of boulders. In the middle, you’ll see an empty Kuku Bird’s nest.
Hold the Left Trigger to aim the egg and set it down in the nest. Wait about an in-game hour. When the egg turns a bright orange glow, approach it and select the “Hatch” option. This will spawn your new mount—the Leaping Kuku Bird—which will appear in your inventory as a special mount. You can summon and ride it anytime to help you explore the world.
Kuku Bird Saddle Location
If you want your Kuku Bird to look its best, you’ll need a saddle. You can buy a Kuku Bird Saddle for 28 Silver at the Saddlery located in Calphade, southwest of Pailune, just below the Calphade Training Field. Find the large stable outside and speak to the Saddlery merchant.
After purchasing the saddle, go to your Special Mounts tab in the inventory. Hover over the Egg Helm and replace it with the saddle you bought. This change will remove the egg from the bird’s head and give it a proper saddle, making it look ready for riding at all times.
