The legendary Flame Knights of Demeniss guard some of the most powerful equipment in Pywel, but you can’t just walk into their castle and demand their loot. To claim the Spada Sword and the fire-breathing Drake Shield, you’ll need to progress the main story to a specific point and survive a duel with Tristan, the Flame Knight. In this guide, we break down how to trigger the "Letter of Silence" sidequest, the best tactics for clearing the Flame Knight castle, and how to find both pieces of gear once the dust settles.This Crimson Desert gameplay guide covers the location of the Flame Knights Castle in Demeniss and the specific requirements to unlock the "Letter of Silence" and "Greed in Ashes" sidequests. We provide a full boss fight walkthrough for Tristan, including tips on how to use Blinding Flash to counter his high health pool. Additionally, we take a look at the Drake Shield’s unique Draconic Retribution ability and the Scorchflame Plate Gloves rewards.