Contracts and Witcher Work

Master the art of Witcher Contracts in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Learn how to track monsters using Witcher Senses and prepare for challenging battles.

Witcher Contracts are more than just monster hunts; they are Geralt's bread and butter, offering lucrative rewards and unique challenges. These quests often involve investigating a monster's rampage, tracking it down using Witcher Senses, and preparing for a difficult battle. Success requires knowledge of your foe, proper alchemical preparations, and skillful combat.

Witcher Contracts are a core part of Geralt's profession and a significant source of income and experience in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. These aren't your typical fetch quests; they are often intricate investigations that require Geralt to use his Witcher Senses to track down dangerous beasts, gather clues about their behavior, and prepare for a challenging hunt. Each contract presents a unique monster with specific weaknesses and attack patterns, demanding careful preparation and tactical combat.

Understanding Witcher Contracts

Witcher Contracts are typically found on notice boards in villages and cities. They are marked with a distinctive icon and often have a brief description hinting at the danger involved. Upon accepting a contract, Geralt will usually receive a quest marker leading him to the general area of the monster's activity. The first step is almost always to use Geralt's Witcher Senses to find clues, such as tracks, bloodstains, or remnants of the monster's presence.

Preparation is Key

Before confronting any monster, thorough preparation is crucial. This involves:

• Researching the Monster: Geralt can often find information about the specific monster he's hunting in his bestiary. This entry will detail its weaknesses, resistances, and preferred attack methods.
• Crafting Potions and Oils: Based on the bestiary entry, Geralt can craft specific potions that offer temporary buffs and oils that can be applied to his swords to deal extra damage to certain monster types. For example, an oil effective against drowners won't work on a griffin.
• Gathering Ingredients: Ensure you have the necessary alchemical ingredients for any potions or oils you plan to use. These can be found in the wild, purchased from herbalists, or looted from defeated enemies.
• Choosing the Right Gear: While Geralt automatically draws the appropriate sword (Silver for monsters, Steel for humans), ensuring your armor and other gear are up to par will significantly improve your chances.

Tracking and Confrontation

Once you have gathered clues using your Witcher Senses, the quest marker will often update, guiding you closer to the monster's lair or hunting grounds. Be prepared for ambushes or smaller creatures that may protect the main target. When you finally encounter the monster, remember to:

• Utilize Ss: Geralt's magical Ss are invaluable. i can be effective against flammable creatures, Aard can stagger enemies, and Quen provides a protective shield.
• Dodge and Parry: Mastering Geralt's dodge and parry mechanics is essential for survival. Learn the monster's attack patterns to anticipate and evade its strikes.
• Exploit Weaknesses: As discovered in your research, exploit the monster's weaknesses. This might involve using specific Ss, oils, or targeting certain body parts.

Completing the Contract

After defeating the monster, you'll typically need to collect a trophy from its remains. This trophy is often required to complete the contract and claim your reward. Return to the quest giver (usually the person who posted the contract or a relevant authority) to report your success and receive your payment, which usually includes coin and experience points. Some contracts may also offer unique diagrams or items as rewards.