While returning to the Hermit after fulfilling Ambrose’s last wish in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, Henry meets a few Order of The Cross knights, who after claiming that Konrad is guilty of betraying the brotherhood, enlist him to help in their quest.
But should you turn your back on the hermit and aid the knights or fight by his side? And above all else, where does the truth lie? Here’s whether you should kill or save Konrad the Hermit in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2.
Should you kill or save Konrad the Hermit in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2
Although the choice will ultimately lie in how you want to play, I believe saving Konrad is both the right choice and the one that leads to the best outcome. The reason for that? He was indeed telling the truth and was only being hunted for discovering the betrayal within the order.
Even though Konrad will claim the above during certain dialogues before and after facing the knights, you can get a clearer picture by reading his diary, located below a few sacks on the upper floor of his shack. Keep in mind that if the Hermit is saved, entering the shack will be considered trespassing.
How to approach Konrad after you meet the knights
After meeting the knights and either agreeing or being coerced to help, Konrad will be waiting for you with his crossbow at the ready. To approach him successfully and unlock the ability to save him, you must stop moving at the moment he tells you to and then hold “Look” before selecting “Try to get answers” and “I am not your enemy.”
Once he agrees to talk, wait for Konrad to put away his crossbow before resuming and heading towards him. This is a must, as even if you did receive the go-ahead, moving forward before he holsters the weapon will cause him to become hostile. To save Konrad, simply talk to him again, select “I’ll help you,” and defeat the knights.
What do you get for saving the Hermit in KCD 2?
Apart from finally being given the location of Ambrose’s Broken Sword —which, funnily enough, can be acquired from the get-go if you manage to stumble upon it— saving the Hermit in Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 will prompt him to offer to reward you for your help. Should you accept, Henry will receive 85 Groschen. You will also be able to get a good amount of items by looting the bodies of the fallen knights, including an Order of the Cross Knight Shield and a lot of valuables worth good sums when resold.
Now that you have everything you need, simply head back to Radovan to forge The Hermit’s Sword and get one step closer to the main portion of the Wedding Crashers quest.
