Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 plunges players back into the gritty realism of medieval Bohemia, and with it comes a slew of captivating quests. One of the most intriguing is "The Hermit," a multi-layered investigation that tests your detective skills and moral compass. This isn't just a simple fetch quest; it's a journey into the heart of a troubled man's past. This guide will provide a comprehensive walkthrough, covering everything from initiating the quest to uncovering the hermit's true identity and the choices that lie before you.
How to Trigger the Hermit Quest:
The Hermit quest becomes available after completing "The Jaunt." Return to Tachov and inform the blacksmith, Radovan, that the cart has been found. He'll then task you with retrieving the Hermit's sword from Apollonia, setting the stage for your encounter with the mysterious recluse.
The Fork in the Road: Direct Confrontation or Deeper Investigation?
At this point, you face a crucial decision: confront the Hermit directly or delve into his background. Each path leads to a different outcome, with significant consequences.
Path 1: Direct Confrontation (The "Bad" Ending?)
Path 2: Unraveling the Mystery (The "Good" Ending & Beyond)
For a richer experience, choose to investigate the Hermit. This path requires patience, observation, and a touch of stealth.
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Stealing the Diary: First, locate the Hermit's cabin but remain hidden. Wait until nightfall, when he's asleep, and sneak inside to steal his diary, "Diary of Knight Konrad" (look for a book with two clasps). This is crucial for understanding the Hermit's true identity.
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Decoding the Diary: Reading the diary reveals the Hermit's name: Konrad. It also provides the location of Ambrose's grave.
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Building Trust: Even with this knowledge, confronting Konrad directly will likely lead to a fight. To gain his trust, you must first travel to Troskovice and speak with Betty, the innkeeper. She'll tell you about four men searching for him and direct you to Gerda (the herbalist's wife) and Stanislav (the shepherd near Apollonia) for more information.
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Piecing Together the Past: Talking to Gerda and Stanislav will point you to a grave southwest of Troskovice. Digging it up with a shovel will expose the truth about Konrad and Ambrose's relationship. Nearby, you'll also find an enclosure with a striking black horse. While you can't acquire this horse, it's an interesting detail adding to the Hermit's story.
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Confronting Konrad with the Truth: Now, confront Konrad and choose the dialogue option marked with a star, mentioning the four men. He'll finally reveal his story, triggering a new quest: "A Sinful Soul."
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A Sinful Soul and the Final Choice: Completing "A Sinful Soul" is essential. Upon returning to Konrad's cabin, you'll encounter the four men. Here, you face a final moral dilemma: side with Konrad against the men, or betray him and join them. Choosing to help Konrad leads to the "good" ending, where you save his life. Defeating the men yourself yields their loot in addition to Konrad's rewards.
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Returning the Sword: Finally, retrieve the sword (it might be in Konrad's possession or near his cabin depending on your choices) and return it to Radovan in Tachov to complete "The Hermit" quest.
Key Differences from Other Guides:
This guide emphasizes the importance of the investigative path, highlighting the "bad" ending that comes from direct confrontation. It also provides more detail on the steps involved in gaining Konrad's trust and completing the "A Sinful Soul" quest. Furthermore, it clarifies the significance of the black horse and the final choice regarding the four men, offering a more complete picture of the quest's complexities.
Beyond the Quest:
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