The Source of Evil quest in Dark and Darker is a mid-to-late progression challenge that pushes players deep into the dangerous Crypt dungeon. It tests not only your combat ability but also your preparation, dungeon knowledge, and efficiency when farming specific enemies. Completing this quest is well worth the effort, as it rewards valuable gear, experience, and a solid amount of Dark and Darker Gold that can significantly boost your overall progress.

 

In this guide, we'll break down every objective of the Source of Evil quest, explain the best strategies to complete each task efficiently, and share tips to maximize your survivability.

 

Quest Overview

 

The Source of Evil quest consists of four main objectives, all centred around enemies and loot found within the Crypt dungeon. You will need to gather a specific quest item and defeat multiple elite and standard enemies before the quest can be turned in.

 

Objectives:

 

Fetch Demon Blood (any rarity) (1x) – Looted or Handled

 

Kill Demon Berserker in Crypt dungeon (3x)

 

Kill Skeleton Crossbowman in Crypt dungeon (8x)

 

Kill Skeleton Spearman in Crypt dungeon (8x)

 

Rewards:

 

150 Unique Gold Coin

 

2 Random Epic Armor pieces

 

500 Experience

 

25 Affinity

 

These rewards make the quest especially attractive for players looking to upgrade their gear and stockpile Dark and Darker Gold without relying solely on the market.

 

Step 1: Obtaining Demon Blood

 

Demon Blood is a quest item that can drop from demon-type enemies commonly found in the Crypt dungeon. The good news is that the quest accepts Demon Blood of any rarity, which means you don't need to farm rare variants specifically.

 

To increase your chances, focus on areas of the Crypt known for demon spawns, particularly rooms with elite enemies or miniboss encounters. Running with a coordinated party helps here, as demon enemies can be aggressive and deal high damage if fought carelessly. Once you loot or handle Demon Blood, the objective will be marked as complete, even if you don't extract with it.

 

Step 2: Killing Demon Berserkers (3x)

 

Demon Berserkers are among the most dangerous enemies in the Crypt. They have high health, heavy-hitting melee attacks, and can quickly overwhelm unprepared players.

 

To defeat Demon Berserkers efficiently:

 

Use crowd control: Slows, stuns, or spacing abilities can reduce the risk of being hit.

 

Fight one at a time: Pull carefully to avoid drawing additional enemies.

 

Bring armor-piercing or magic damage: Demon Berserkers resist basic damage more effectively.

 

Solo players should consider ranged kiting or environmental abuse, while groups can assign one player to tank while others focus on damage. Killing three Demon Berserkers may take several dungeon runs, so patience is key.

 

Step 3: Eliminating Skeleton Crossbowmen (8x)

 

Skeleton Crossbowmen are deceptively dangerous due to their ranged attacks. They often appear in hallways or elevated positions, making them difficult to approach safely.

 

When hunting Skeleton Crossbowmen:

 

Use cover: Pillars and corners block bolts effectively.

 

Close the gap quickly: Once in melee range, they are much easier to deal with.

 

Listen carefully: Their reload sounds can help you time your approach.

 

Because these enemies are relatively common in the Crypt, you can usually complete this objective alongside the Skeleton Spearman kills, optimizing your dungeon runs and saving valuable time.

 

Step 4: Defeating Skeleton Spearmen (8x)

 

Skeleton Spearmen specialize in long-reach melee attacks that punish careless movement. Their thrust attacks can hit from surprising distances, so spacing and timing are essential.

 

To defeat Skeleton Spearmen safely:

 

Bait attacks: Step in to trigger a thrust, then punish during recovery.

 

Strafe instead of backing up: Side movement often avoids damage more reliably.

 

Watch for groups: Spearmen frequently spawn with other skeleton types.

 

Since Skeleton Spearmen are common enemies, most players will finish this requirement naturally while clearing rooms in the Crypt.

 

Final Tips and Rewards

 

Once all objectives are completed, you can turn in the Source of Evil quest to receive your rewards. The 150 Unique Gold Coin is a strong injection of Dark and Darker Gold, especially useful for trading or upgrading your loadout. The two random Epic Armor pieces can dramatically improve your survivability or be sold for additional profit, depending on their stats.

 

Completing this quest is also an excellent way to farm Dark and Darker Items while gaining experience and affinity. Whether you're gearing up for higher-level content or building wealth, the Source of Evil quest is a valuable milestone in your Dark and Darker journey.

 

Approach it with preparation, patience, and a clear plan, and you'll walk away stronger—and richer—than before.