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.

Quest Initiation:

Progressing through the main quest involving Mutt will eventually lead you to Bozhena's hut near a clearing. Speaking with Bozhena about Mutt reveals her daughter Pavlena's disappearance, initiating the "Bad Blood" quest.

Gathering Information:

1. Troskowitz Investigation: Speak with Baliff Thrush and Innkeeper Betty in Troskowitz to gather background information on Bozhena and Pavlena, uncovering the reasons for their ostracization.

2. Woodcutter Clues: Interview Woodcutter Dushko, who will direct you to Roman's house. (Note: Lockpicking is required to enter Roman's house.)

3. Roman's House: Examine Pavlena's basket and speak again with Dushko for further leads, leading you to a clearing – a favorite spot for the couple.

Crime Scene Investigation:

Follow the blood trail from Roman's house to discover his body. Subsequent conversations with Hogherd Hugo and Hired Hand Straw (requiring a successful dialogue check) reveal Jakesh's involvement and the truth behind the events. A conversation with Thrush helps determine how to proceed with Straw. Finally, investigate the rocks south of Zhelejov.

Confronting Ota:

Locate Ota and Pavlena near the large boulder, navigating a path and climbing a ladder. High Charisma is beneficial for dialogue checks. The following dialogue options will persuade Ota to release Pavlena:

• "What's your name?"
• "Let her go and I'll let you go."
• "I'll put in a good word for you with His Lordship."

Pavlena will subsequently kill Ota. Return to Bozhena with Pavlena.

Kill Jakesh or Make Peace:

The final decision involves Jakesh. Find him at his child's grave and choose between killing him or seeking reconciliation with him and Bozhena. Killing Bozhena is also a possible, albeit grim, resolution.

Consequences of Choices:

• Killing Jakesh: Decreases reputation in Troskowitz but significantly improves reputation with Bozhena and Pavlena, unlocking new dialogue with Pavlena and yielding a necklace reward.

• Making Peace: Jakesh provides 100 groschen. You can keep the money or share it with Bozhena, allowing Bozhena and Pavlena to return to the settlement.

This concludes the "Bad Blood" quest. For further Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 guides and strategies, consult additional resources.