In Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, early side quests in Tachov and Zhelejov offer a choice between aiding Prochek or Olbram in the "Mice or Frogs" storyline. This guide details both questlines, exploring whether it's possible to help both and which option might be preferable.
Can You Help Both?
While Tachov and Zhelejov's inhabitants are at odds, completing most quests for both Prochek and Olbram is feasible. This approach provides a richer understanding of both settlements' backstories. However, a completely favorable outcome for both is unattainable.
Prochek vs. Olbram: Which to Choose?
Ultimately, choosing between Prochek and Olbram doesn't significantly impact the game's progression. Both aim to sabotage the other; the decision boils down to personal preference.
Olbram's task involves stealing the Zhelejov maypole, requiring nighttime stealth and potentially charming or incapacitating a guard. Prochek's quest demands painting Olbram's bull blue, necessitating dye acquisition from the tailor and a lullaby potion recipe from Radovan.
Prochek's quest presents a slightly higher difficulty, particularly early in the game. Limited groschen or low Speech skills might hinder dialogue checks, making Olbram's quest potentially easier.
Prochek's "Mice" Questline:
Initiate the quest by speaking with Prochek in Tachov (or the innkeeper if he's unavailable). This involves:
- Acquiring Dye: Purchase dye from Bartoshek, the tailor in Troskowitz.
- Brewing the Lullaby Potion: Obtain the recipe from Radovan (either through apprenticeship or charm). Gather oil, poppy, and thistle (found near Troskowitz apothecary).
- Painting the Bull: Administer the potion to the bull in Zhelejov, then paint it.
- Reporting to Prochek: Inform Prochek of the mission's completion.
Olbram's "Frogs" Questline:
Find Olbram near Zhelejov's meadow and accept his request to steal the Tachov maypole:
- Stealing the Maypole: Proceed to Tachov at night. Charm or incapacitate the guard, Henrik, to secure the maypole.
- Further Tasks: After returning to Olbram, he might assign additional tasks, potentially involving Tachov's sheep and a digestive potion for Alshik.
Conclusion:
The choice between Prochek and Olbram is largely a matter of personal preference. Both questlines offer engaging gameplay, and the possibility of completing both provides a more comprehensive experience. This guide provides a detailed walkthrough of both, allowing players to make an informed decision.
