In *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*, you'll encounter two distinct side quests early in the game, "Mice" and "Frogs," where you must decide whether to assist Prochek or Olbram. These quests pit the settlements of Tachov and Zhelejov against each other, and your choices will shape your experience in the game.
Can You Help Both Prochek and Olbram in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2?
Despite the deep-seated rivalry between the people of Tachov and Zhelejov, *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* allows you to navigate a path where you can complete most of the quests for both Prochek and Olbram. By carefully managing your actions, you can delve into the rich backstories of both settlements. While a perfect resolution for both sides isn't achievable, this approach offers a broader view of the game's narrative and world.
Should You Choose Prochek or Olbram in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2?
If you're inclined to support just one side, the choice between Prochek and Olbram doesn't significantly alter the game's outcome. Both characters aim to undermine the other, and your decision might hinge on which task you find more engaging.
Olbram's quest involves stealing the Zhelejov maypole, which requires stealth and possibly charming a guard named Henrik at night. On the other hand, Prochek asks you to paint Olbram's bull blue, a task that involves acquiring dye from a tailor and a Lullaby Potion from Radovan. Prochek's mission might be more challenging early on due to potential dialogue checks and resource requirements, suggesting that siding with Olbram could be easier at the start. Below, I'll detail both questlines to help you make an informed decision.
How to Start Mice for Prochek in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
To initiate the Mice quest, simply converse with Prochek in Tachov. If you're having trouble locating him, head to the local inn and ask the innkeeper for assistance.
Get the Dye and Lullaby Potion
After meeting with Prochek, travel to Troskowitz and visit Bartoshek the tailor to purchase the necessary dye. For the Lullaby Potion, you can either work as an apprentice blacksmith under Radovan in Tachov or use your charm to obtain it from him. The potion's recipe calls for oil, poppy, and thistle, the latter two of which can be found in the garden near the apothecary in Troskowitz.
Once you've prepared the potion, head to Zhelejov, pour it into the bull's trough, and wait for the bull to fall asleep. Approach and interact with the bull to begin painting it blue. After completing the task, return to Prochek to report your success. You can then speak with Olbram to start the Frogs quest and aid in his retaliation against Tachov.
How to Start Frogs for Olbram in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2
To begin the Frogs quest, find Olbram in Zhelejov near the meadow and agree to help him steal the Tachov maypole.
Steal the Maypole
Approach Tachov in the evening and cautiously move towards the maypole, where you'll encounter Henrik, the guard. You can either knock him out or, if your Speech skill is high enough, charm him. Engage Henrik in conversation about Manka and arrange a secret meeting for them, promising to watch the maypole in his absence. After informing Manka at the inn, return to Henrik. Once he leaves, climb the maypole and cut it down.
Report back to Olbram, who will commend your efforts and request one more favor: to chase the sheep from Tachov's pasture and administer a digestive potion to Alshik. At this juncture, you can either proceed with Olbram's plan or inform Prochek, effectively ending both quests and the ongoing feud.
That covers all you need to know about navigating the Mice and Frogs quests with Prochek and Olbram in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2*. For further insights and tips on the game, including decisions like whether to kill Jakesh and the best initial perks to choose, be sure to visit The Escapist.
