Unraveling the Mystery of "Bad Blood" in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 offers a wealth of side quests, many enriching the game's narrative and character development. This guide details how to initiate and complete the "Bad Blood" quest.
Initiating the Quest:
Progressing through the main quest involving the search for Mutt will lead you to Bozhena's hut near a clearing. Speaking with Bozhena about Mutt will reveal her daughter Pavlena's disappearance, prompting her to request your assistance and initiating the "Bad Blood" quest.
Gathering Information:
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Troskowitz Investigation: Begin by questioning Bailiff Thrush and Innkeeper Betty in Troskowitz. Their accounts will shed light on Bozhena and Pavlena's past and their strained relationship with the village.
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Woodcutter's Clues: Seek out Woodcutter Dushko. He'll direct you to Roman's house, requiring lockpicking skills to gain entry. Examine Pavlena's basket inside.
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The Clearing: Dushko will then lead you to a clearing, a favorite spot for Roman and Pavlena. Follow the blood trail to discover Roman's body. Interview Hogherd Hugo, then return to Troskowitz to speak with Hired Hand Straw. A successful dialogue check with Straw will reveal crucial information about Jakesh and the events surrounding Roman and Pavlena. Inform Thrush about your findings.
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The Rocks near Zhelejov: Continue your investigation at the rocks south of Zhelejov.
Confronting Ota:
Navigate the large boulder to find a hidden path leading to a ladder. At the top, you'll encounter Ota and Pavlena. High Charisma is beneficial here. Convincing Ota to release Pavlena can be achieved through dialogue choices such as: "What's your name?", "Let her go and I'll let you go.", and "I'll put in a good word for you with His Lordship." Note that Pavlena will likely kill Ota regardless. Escort Pavlena back to Bozhena.
Choosing Your Path: Kill Jakesh or Make Peace?
The final stage presents a moral dilemma: kill Jakesh or broker peace. Find Jakesh at his child's grave. Killing him lowers your reputation in Troskowitz but improves it with Bozhena and Pavlena, yielding a necklace reward and additional dialogue with Pavlena. Choosing peace results in a 100 groschen reward from Jakesh (which can be kept or shared with Bozhena), allowing Bozhena and Pavlena to return to the village.
Consequences of Your Actions:
Killing Jakesh negatively impacts your reputation in Troskowitz but significantly boosts it with Bozhena and Pavlena, rewarding you with a necklace. Sparing Jakesh maintains peace, yielding a monetary reward and restoring Bozhena and Pavlena's standing in the village. The quest concludes regardless of your choice. Consult The Escapist for further game guides and tips.
