How To Avoid PVP In BDO
To avoid PvP (Player vs. Player) in Black Desert Online (BDO), where open-world PvP is a core part of the game but not always mandatory, you can take several steps to minimize PvP encounters:
🛡️ How to Avoid PvP in BDO
1. Stay in Safe Zones
- Safe zones like cities, towns, and some towns’ outskirts are PvP-protected.
- Avoid the open world and Red Battlefield where PvP is common.
2. Avoid PvP Flagging
- In BDO, you have to manually turn on your PvP flag to attack others or be attacked outside safe zones.
- Keep your PvP flag off (gray mode) to avoid being attacked by flagged players.
- You won’t be able to attack others, but you won’t be targeted either.
3. Avoid High-Risk Areas
- Areas marked with red or black skulls are high-risk zones with more aggressive PvP.
- Stick to neutral or low-risk grinding spots.
- Avoid contested nodes and war zones.
4. Use Node Wars and Siege Wars Wisely
- Don’t participate if you want to avoid PvP altogether.
- Wars are full PvP events.
5. Avoid Aggressive Players and Guild Wars
- Stay away from guilds or players known for griefing or aggressive PvP.
6. Travel Smart
- Use safe travel routes and boats.
- Avoid traveling alone in open world; consider moving with a group or guild.
7. Use Safe Channels
- Join channels or servers with fewer PvP players.
- Some servers or channels may have a lower PvP population.
8. Focus on PvE Content
- Concentrate on quests, life skills, crafting, and node management.
- These are mostly safe from PvP if your flag is off.
⚠️ Remember
- PvP in BDO is optional but can happen if you flag yourself.
- If you’re in a non-safe zone and have your flag off, flagged players can still attack you, but it won’t count as PvP on your side.