In Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, early side quests in Tachov and Zhelejov offer a choice between aiding Prochek or Olbram. This guide explores both options, the "Mice" and "Frogs" quests, and whether it's possible to help both.
Can You Help Both?
While Tachov and Zhelejov are at odds, completing most quests for both Prochek and Olbram is feasible. This provides a richer understanding of both settlements' backstories. While a mutually beneficial outcome isn't achievable, exploring both questlines offers a more complete experience.
Prochek vs. Olbram: Which to Choose?
Ultimately, choosing between Prochek and Olbram is largely a matter of preference; neither choice significantly impacts the game's overall narrative. Both aim to sabotage the other, making the decision one of personal enjoyment.
Olbram's quest involves stealing the Zhelejov maypole, requiring nighttime stealth and potentially charming a guard. Prochek's task is to paint Olbram's bull blue, demanding a recipe from Radovan and dye from the tailor. Prochek's quest might prove slightly more challenging early in the game, due to potential groschen or Speech skill requirements.
Prochek's "Mice" Quest:
Initiate this quest by speaking with Prochek in Tachov (or the innkeeper if he's unavailable). The quest involves:
- Obtaining Dye: Purchase dye from Bartoshek, the tailor in Troskowitz.
- Acquiring the Lullaby Potion: Either work for Radovan (blacksmith apprentice) or charm the recipe from him. Ingredients (oil, poppy, thistle) can be found near the Troskowitz apothecary.
- Painting the Bull: Once the potion is brewed and administered to the bull in Zhelejov, paint the bull.
- Completion: Report back to Prochek.
Olbram's "Frogs" Quest:
Find Olbram near the Zhelejov meadow. The quest involves:
- Stealing the Maypole: Navigate to Tachov at night. You can knock out or charm Henrik, the guard. Charming him involves a conversation about Manka, setting up a date to distract him. Once he leaves, chop down the maypole.
- Chasing Sheep: After reporting to Olbram, he'll request chasing sheep from a Tachov pasture and delivering a digestive potion to Alshik.
- Completion (Optional): You can complete this task or inform Prochek of Olbram's plan, concluding both quests.
This comprehensive guide covers the Mice and Frogs quests, offering players the freedom to choose their preferred path or experience both sides of the conflict. Further Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 guides can be found on The Escapist.
