TL;DR
- The Crimson Cloak is a rare outfit that gives Edward a bold red look.
- It is no longer available from the General Store like in the original game.
- You need to raid the Havana Warehouse (205, 600) to get the Anotto Bay treasure map.
- The warehouse key is on a guard patrolling the manor in the northeast corner of the area.
- Head to Anotto Bay (590, 245), enter through the underwater tunnel, deal with smugglers, and dig up the chest.
- You’ll get the Crimson Cloak outfit plus 2,400 Reales as your reward.
The Crimson Cloak Outfit in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is one of the most eye-catching rare outfits in the game, wrapping Edward Kenway in a striking red look that stands out on deck. If you’ve been checking the General Store expecting to buy it like in the original Black Flag, you won’t find it there. Resynced has changed how several outfits are unlocked, and the Crimson Cloak is now tied to a treasure map hidden inside the Havana Warehouse.
This guide covers every step — how to find the warehouse key, how to get the Anotto Bay treasure map, and how to navigate the underwater tunnel to reach the buried chest. If you want to track down other treasure maps in the game, that guide has you covered too. For now, let’s get you that red cloak.
What Is the Crimson Cloak Outfit?
The Crimson Cloak is a Rare-tier outfit in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced. It gives Edward a deep red appearance, unlike most outfits in the game that stick to darker browns and blacks. It is purely cosmetic — it changes how Edward looks but does not add any stat bonuses.
In the original Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, the Crimson Cloak was simply a General Store purchase. In Resynced, Ubisoft moved it behind a treasure map, making it a proper reward you have to work for.
Step 1 — Go to the Havana Warehouse (205, 600)
The first thing you need to do is get the Anotto Bay treasure map. This map is found inside the Havana Warehouse, located at coordinates (205, 600) in the northwestern part of Havana, in the southern area of Dry Tortuga.
Warehouses in Black Flag Resynced are locked. You cannot walk in — you need a key first. When you enter the warehouse area, a secondary objective will appear telling you to find the key.
Step 2 — Find the Havana Warehouse Key
The warehouse key is carried by a guard on the first visit. Here is where to find him:
- Activate Eagle Vision when you enter the plantation area to spot the key carrier highlighted.
- The guard patrols the manor in the northeast corner of the warehouse area.
- Another noted landmark is near the windmill at around (200, 604) — the guard can sometimes be sitting in a chair in this spot.
- You can kill or pickpocket the guard to take the key.
Stealth is strongly recommended here. If you alert the guards and they ring the alarm, the key carrier may run to the warehouse and empty it, locking you out. Stay undetected, pick off the key holder quietly, and grab the key.
Tips for Staying Undetected
- Use Eagle Vision often to track guard positions.
- Whistle to lure guards away from patrols.
- Wait for the key carrier to be alone before moving in.
- Avoid triggering the alarm at all costs — if they empty the warehouse, you will have to wait for the cooldown to reset.
Step 3 — Raid the Havana Warehouse and Get the Treasure Map
Once you have the key, head to the center of the plantation to unlock the warehouse door. Go inside and loot it fully.
Raiding the Havana Warehouse rewards you with:
- The Anotto Bay treasure map (leads to the Crimson Cloak)
- Money and materials
- The Vanitas Still-life painting — useful for the Dilettante trophy if you’re going for full completion
The warehouse has a two-hour cooldown after raiding. You can speed this up using Kenway’s Fleet missions. On repeat visits, the key location becomes randomized, so always use Eagle Vision to find it quickly.
Step 4 — Sail to Anotto Bay (590, 245)
Now open your map and set course for Anotto Bay, located at coordinates (590, 245). It sits in the Charlotte region, just north of Kingston. Sail the Jackdaw there and get ready — the entrance to the treasure area is not where you’d expect it.
The island does not have a straightforward entrance on land. The way in is through the water.
Step 5 — Enter Through the Underwater Tunnel
This is the trickiest part. Once you arrive at Anotto Bay, jump off the Jackdaw and dive into the water near the island. You are looking for an underwater mine shaft — the entrance to the cavern.
Once inside, swim through the underground tunnels. Watch out for:
- Sharks — they will damage Edward if they get too close.
- Urchins — touching them also takes health. Swim carefully around them.
Keep pushing forward through the tunnel until you break out into a large open cave area. The worst is behind you at that point.
Quick Tips for the Underwater Section
- Make sure Edward’s health is topped up before you dive.
- Swim in a straight path and avoid lingering to keep shark encounters brief.
- Use healing items if you take damage on the way through.
Step 6 — Deal With the Smugglers
Inside the cavern, you will find a group of smugglers waiting for you. They are not going to stand aside while you dig up their hidden treasure. Take them all out before heading to the dig site.
The cavern is large enough to give you cover. Use the environment to pick off smugglers with your hidden blade or brace pistols, or go in with swords if you prefer a direct fight. Either way, clear the area completely before you start digging.
If you enjoy these kinds of enemy-filled underground areas in Resynced, the Smuggler’s Den walkthrough covers a similar layout in detail.
Step 7 — Dig Up the Crimson Cloak at the Treasure Chest
Once the smugglers are down, look for the dig site marker on the ground. This is where the Anotto Bay buried chest sits. Interact with it to dig and open the chest.
Your reward:
- The Crimson Cloak outfit — rare, permanently added to your wardrobe
- 2,400 Reales
Do not leave just yet. The cavern has additional chests scattered around with extra loot. Take a few minutes to explore before heading out.
How to Exit Anotto Bay Cavern
You do not need to swim back through the shark tunnel to leave. There is a mine shaft directly in front of the dig site. Climb up through it and you will pop out on the surface, saving you from another dangerous swim.
How to Equip the Crimson Cloak Outfit
After claiming the outfit, go to your inventory or outfit wheel and select the Crimson Cloak. It will be available immediately after you dig it up. No Reales needed to equip it.
If you want to adjust how you look further, the ship upgrade and customise guide can help you match your Jackdaw to your new red look.
Other Outfit Tips for AC Black Flag Resynced
The Crimson Cloak is just one of many outfits available in Resynced. Several others are also tied to treasure maps or specific activities. Here are a few worth noting:
- Brown Cloak — Found in a chest in Havana at (204, 573). Easy to get early.
- Pirate Captain Outfit — Comes from the Ambergris Key treasure map, which is obtained near Corozal.
- Captain Morgan’s Redingote — Found in a chest on Black Island at (915, 618).
- Stealth Outfit — Reward for completing 15 Assassin Contracts. Check the Assassin Contracts guide to track them all down.
- Mayan Outfit — Tied to collecting all Mayan Stones across the map. The Mayan Stelae guide will help you find all of them.
Where to Buy Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced
If you haven’t picked up the game yet or want to add it to another platform, here are the official store links:
Final Thoughts
The Crimson Cloak Outfit in Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced takes a bit more effort to get than in the original game, but the process is not too complicated once you know what to do. Raid the Havana Warehouse to get the Anotto Bay treasure map, sail to (590, 245), dive through the underwater tunnel, clear out the smugglers, and dig up the chest. That’s all it takes to put Edward in one of the most distinctive outfits in the game.
If you’re still working through the game’s content, check out the what to do after the main story guide for plenty of things to chase next. And if the warehouse key ever gives you trouble, use Eagle Vision and keep your approach stealthy from the start.
