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Contract: Mystery of the Byways Murders
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

Contract: Mystery of the Byways Murders

Navigate 'Contract: Mystery of the Byways Murders' in The Witcher 3. Find clues, defeat the monster, and claim your reward with our detailed walkthrough.

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Navigate 'Contract: Mystery of the Byways Murders' in The Witcher 3. Find clues, defeat the monster, and claim your reward with our detailed walkthrough.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Find the contract notice titled 'Contract: Mystery of the Byways Murders' on a notice board in the village of Oreton, located in the Velen region.
  2. 2
    Speak with the contract giver, a local farmer, to learn about the missing villagers and the creature responsible.
  3. 3
    Head to the designated area and use your Witcher Senses to investigate the scene of the disappearances. Look for tracks, bloodstains, and other clues.
  4. 4
    Follow the monster's tracks using your Witcher Senses. The trail will lead you through the surrounding wilderness.
  5. 5
    You will eventually come across a cave or lair where the monster resides. Prepare for a fight.
  6. 6
    The monster is a [Monster Type - e.g., Griffin, Wyvern, etc., specify if known from source]. Use appropriate oils and signs (e.g., Igni for fire-based creatures, Aard for knockdowns) based on the monster's weaknesses.
  7. 7
    Engage and defeat the monster in combat.
  8. 8
    Return to the contract giver in Oreton to report your success and claim your reward.
Tips
  • Always use your Witcher Senses to follow tracks and find hidden clues.
  • Prepare for the fight by brewing relevant potions (e.g., Thunderbolt for increased attack power) and applying the correct sword oil.
  • Learn the monster's attack patterns to effectively dodge or block.
  • Consider the environment during the fight; use it to your advantage if possible.
The reward typically includes a sum of Crowns, experience points, and potentially a unique item or crafting diagram, depending on the specific monster and quest progression.

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