"The Hermit" is a side quest in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (KCD2) that involves uncovering a mystery, making moral decisions, and crafting a unique sword. Below is a comprehensive guide to help players navigate the quest.
KCD2 Hermit Quest Overview
- Quest Giver: Blacksmith Radovan in Tachov.
- Prerequisite: Complete the side quest "The Jaunt."
- Objective: Retrieve the Hermit's sword to forge a special weapon for a wedding.
KCD2 Hermit Key NPCs
- Blacksmith Radovan
- Innkeeper Betty (Troskowitz)
- Gerda (Apothecary's wife)
- Stanislav (Sheepherder)
- The Hermit (Konrad)
KCD2 Hermit Rewards
- Toledo Steel Sword
- Improved Craftsmanship and Survival skills
- Groschen (currency)
- Diary of Knight Conrad
- Reputation boost
KCD2 Hermit Step-by-Step Walkthrough
1. Starting the Quest
Speak to Radovan after completing "The Jaunt." He will task you with retrieving a sword from the Hermit, rumored to have made a deal with the devil. Your first lead is Innkeeper Betty in Troskowitz.
2. Gathering Information
Talk to locals in Troskowitz to learn about the Hermit:
- Innkeeper Betty: Provides rumors about monks and devilish dealings.
- Gerda: Shares details about an apparition near a cross outside town (requires persuasion or payment).
- Stanislav: Offers additional clues about the Hermit’s activities.
Optional: Investigate the cross outside Troskowitz. Digging at the marked grave reveals items related to the Knights of the Red Cross, including documents that hint at deeper conspiracies.
3. Finding the Hermit
Travel to Apollonia to locate the Hermit's secluded hut:
- Follow the map marker to a hidden camp near boulders.
- The Hermit, Konrad, may initially refuse to speak. Use persuasion or stealth to gather information.
KCD2 Hermit Key Decision Points
4. Confronting the Hermit
You can choose how to interact with Konrad:
- Persuade or Help Him: Learn about his past and retrieve information on Ambrose’s broken sword.
- Kill Him: Loot his body for the "Diary of Knight Conrad" and clues about the sword’s location.
Reading the diary reveals that Konrad is not the real hermit; Ambrose's grave holds the broken sword.
5. Encounter with Knights of the Red Cross
Upon returning to Konrad’s hut, you’ll find knights accusing him of betrayal:
- Side with Knights: Help them attack Konrad.
- Side with Konrad: Defend him against the knights.
Both choices reward you with Groschen and gear, but siding with Konrad may provide more insight into his story.
KCD2 Hermit Retrieving Ambrose’s Sword
If you’ve learned about Ambrose’s grave:
- Head to its location near two tangled birch trees.
- Dig up the grave to find Ambrose’s broken sword.
If you missed this step earlier, search Konrad’s hut for hidden clues (e.g., under sacks upstairs).
7. Forging the Sword
Return to Radovan with Ambrose’s broken sword:
- Gather materials (1 Frankfurt steel and 2 Scrap Metal).
- Forge the Toledo Steel Sword yourself using an anvil.
- Deliver it to Radovan or take it directly to Tomcat at Nomad’s Camp.
KCD2 Hermit Tips and Recommendations
- Save your game frequently, especially before key encounters like meeting Konrad or facing the knights.
- Complete optional objectives for more dialogue options and rewards.
- Use persuasion or stealth where possible to avoid unnecessary combat.
- If you decide to kill Konrad, ensure you loot all necessary items immediately as knights may occupy his hut afterward.
"The Hermit" quest combines detective work, moral choices, and crafting mechanics, offering multiple outcomes based on your decisions[1][2][3].
