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Smoking and Other Hobbies
Red Dead Redemption 2

Smoking and Other Hobbies

Learn how to start the 'Smoking and Other Hobbies' Stranger Mission in Red Dead Redemption 2, find all 144 Cigarette Cards, and claim your rewards from Phineas T. Ramsbottom.

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Learn how to start the 'Smoking and Other Hobbies' Stranger Mission in Red Dead Redemption 2, find all 144 Cigarette Cards, and claim your rewards from Phineas T. Ramsbottom.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    During Chapter 2, find Phineas T. Ramsbottom sitting on a bench outside Flatneck Station.
  2. 2
    Speak to him to learn about his interest in Cigarette Cards and accept his request to find all 144 cards in the game.
  3. 3
    Search the game world for Cigarette Cards. They can be found in various hidden locations.
  4. 4
    Alternatively, purchase or loot Premium Cigarette Packs, which may contain a Cigarette Card (potentially a duplicate).
  5. 5
    Use the Interactive Map to help locate individual cards.
  6. 6
    Complete sets of cards to receive rewards from Phineas T. Ramsbottom.
Tips
  • This is a long-term mission that will likely take your entire playthrough to complete.
  • Cigarette Cards are hidden everywhere, so be observant during your travels.
  • Premium Cigarette Packs can provide cards, but you may receive duplicates.
Card SetReward
FirstVintage Civil War Handcuffs
Amazing InventionsVolatile Dynamite, $100
Artists, Writers, & PoetsGinseng Elixir, $100
Famous GunslingersSpecial Snake Oil, $50
Fauna of AmericaPerfect Rabbit Pelt, $50
Flora of AmericaSpecial Miracle Tonic, $50
Gems of BeautyPlatinum Chain Necklace, $100
HorsesSpecial Horse Medicine, $50
Marvels of TravelAged Pirate Rum, $50
Prominent AmericansEagle Feather x3, $50
Stars of the StageSmall Jewelry Bag, $50
Vistas of AmericaGold Nugget, $100
World ChampionsValerian Root, $50
All Sets$200

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